Chris Rowland, PhD

Chris Rowland, PhD

Keynote Speaker: Economist, Academic & Energy Industry Leader; Director of Housing & Business Forecasting at Zillow

Chris Rowland, PhD Biography

Chris Rowland is an energy economist and industry executive with expertise throughout the oil, gas, and renewables value chains, currently serving as the Director of Housing and Business Forecasting at Zillow and previously as the Director of Economics and Market Analytics at Marathon Petroleum Corporation. He has over a decade of experience researching and working in the oil and gas industry, with a deep specialization in data-driven strategies and analytics. In the past, he focused on transportation fuel demand and the trends, policies, and technologies with which the transportation industry continuously evolves.

Throughout his career, Rowland has proven his leadership skills, transforming teams to achieve high-impact results. He frequently engages with top corporate executives, including CEOs and CFOs, to advise on strategic initiatives, underlining his ability to operate at the highest levels of corporate decision-making. He has also generated several peer-reviewed publications and technical studies related to fuel policy and transportation technology. In his new position at Zillow, Rowland leads forecasting teams in creating and maintaining forecasts for the housing market and Zillow's business functions.

Rowland holds a PhD in economics and a master’s in industrial engineering from Texas A&M.

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Chris Rowland, PhD Speaking Topics

The Future of Fuel & Renewable Fuels

U.S. Energy Transformation & Changes in the Energy Landscape

Current Events in Oil & Gas Industry

The Economics of Renewables

Adapting Your Organization to Big Data

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What topics does Chris Rowland, PhD speak about?

Chris Rowland, PhD is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Energy, Travel, Economy, Finance, Environment, Data, Conservation, Science, Sustainability, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Design, Real Estate and Futurism.

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Chris Rowland, PhD generally travels from Sugar Land, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Chris Rowland, PhD is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Leadership, Energy and Travel. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Rowland, PhD for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Chris Rowland, PhD generally travels from Sugar Land, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bill Nussey, Andrew Busch and Chris Turner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Rowland, PhD for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 23/04/2025.

Chris Rowland, PhD Speaking Topics

  • The Future of Fuel & Renewable Fuels

  • U.S. Energy Transformation & Changes in the Energy Landscape

  • Current Events in Oil & Gas Industry

  • The Economics of Renewables

  • Adapting Your Organization to Big Data

Chris Rowland, PhD Reviews

  • "Chris Rowland, Chief Economist for Marathon Petroleum Corporation, spoke at our 2020 WPMAEXPO on the Future of Fuel and the Renewable Fuel Outlook. His excellent presentation inspired our audience and educated them by giving them a global view of energy demand and supply into the future. Rowland highlighted the duel challenge of ensuring the world has access to affordable and reliable energy supplies while reducing emissions. He was able to give our attendees a better understanding of the issues shaping the world’s energy needs, to be better prepared for what the future may bring."
    Chief Executive Officer, WPMA - Jan 15 2021

  • How do I book Chris Rowland, PhD to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Rowland, PhD for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Rowland, PhD, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Rowland, PhD or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Rowland, PhD for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Rowland, PhD, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Rowland, PhD are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Rowland, PhD, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chris Rowland, PhD speak about?

    Chris Rowland, PhD is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Energy, Travel, Economy, Finance, Environment, Data, Conservation, Science, Sustainability, Climate Change, Environmental Science, Design, Real Estate and Futurism.
  • Where does Chris Rowland, PhD travel from?

    Chris Rowland, PhD generally travels from Sugar Land, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Rowland, PhD?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Rowland, PhD for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Rowland, PhD for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Rowland, PhD or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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