Daniel Altman

Daniel Altman

Keynote Speaker: Global Economist, Strategy Expert, Sports Analytics Pioneer

Daniel Altman Biography

Daniel Altman is a global economist and strategy expert with a doctorate in economics from Harvard. Before entering the realm of sports analytics, he had a successful career as an economist and author, notably penning the 2011 international bestseller "Outrageous Fortunes," which predicted the decline of Chinese economic growth. He currently serves as the chief economist at Instawork, the leading online marketplace for flexible work in the United States and Canada, and consults privately for investment banks and funds. Altman writes columns on business and economics for Entrepreneur and regularly appears on various news and financial programs. He has previously written economic commentary for The Economist, The New York Times, and Foreign Policy.

Altman has held high-level positions in consulting and private equity and has served as an advisor to the British government. He has taught at New York University's Stern School of Business and is a former member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He is fluent in English and Spanish and is comfortable making presentations in both languages. After finishing his doctorate at Harvard, Altman spent several years as an economics columnist for The Economist and The New York Times. Before moving into sports, he worked as a director at a global strategic consulting firm, and was senior editor for economics at Foreign Policy magazine, where he created the Baseline Profitability Index for assessing the attractiveness of global markets for direct investment.

Transitioning from economics to sports analytics, Altman became a trailblazer of “Moneyball” in professional soccer. He has co-founded NYK Capital Management, an investment firm focused on soccer clubs, and founded North Yard Analytics, a sports analytics consulting firm that applies “Moneyball” techniques to soccer and other sports. He also spent two years as head of strategy at Kaplan-Levien sports, the owner of three soccer clubs in the United States and United Kingdom. Outside of soccer, Altman works with US Olympic teams to generate an extra competitive edge, through both tactical decision-making and people analytics. He has presented globally on sports analytics, Big Data, people analytics, and economics, including at the Wharton People Analytics Conference, MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, and IBM Finance Forums. His dynamic presentations, filled with real-world examples, illuminate the applications of Big Data and analytics in various industries, from sports to broader business contexts, optimizing performance and organizational success.

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Daniel Altman Speaking Topics

Bringing Productivity From the Playing Field to the Workplace

Daniel Altman is at the forefront of the emerging science of sports analytics, using data to understand how athletes work together to win games. With his deep background in economics, he translates empirical lessons from the soccer field into guidance for managers in the public and private sectors. By answering questions like "How much was David Beckham worth to his teams?", "Who are Manchester United's most pivotal players?" and "What is the value of a goal in the English Premier League?", he offers new ways for employers to choose targets and get the best out of their employees.

Challenges for the Data-Driven Economy

Now that processing power and storage space are virtually unlimited, the main constraint to our use of data and the Internet is the human mind. Speaker Daniel Altman explains how we must balance the costs and benefits of wading through oceans of data and asks, with so many public goods being created, whether government or collective action can make the data-driven economy even more beneficial for society.

What's Next for the American Worker?

The recent economic downturn has shown that a good education and a wealth of experience are not always enough to keep the American worker competitive. Yet economist, author, and speaker Daniel Altman sees promising signs that distinctly American skills and talents can be brought to bear in the global economy, both in existing industries and in new roles. He shares his insights in this hopeful keynote.

How to Maximize Profits by Creating Social Benefits

Major investors in large public companies insist that executives maximize profits. But these companies can create massive benefits for society as well. Speaker Daniel Altman is one of the originators of the "long-term single-bottom line," an alternative to concepts such as corporate social responsibility, shared value, and double- and triple-bottom lines. He explains why the long-term single-bottom line is the best choice for shareholders, companies, and societies as a whole.

What Are the True Returns in Emerging Markets?

Big economies like Brazil, China, and India attract plenty of attention from the markets but investors don't always see the returns they expect. Speaker Daniel Altman shows how combining smaller and safer markets can be a more sensible choice for exporters, multinationals, and portfolio investors. He also outlines the risks and opportunities that will drive the performance of emerging markets in the future.

Daniel Altman Videos

Speaking Reel - Daniel Altman

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What topics does Daniel Altman speak about?

Daniel Altman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Finance, Economy, Authors, News & Media, Government, Science, Healthcare, Generational Issues, Political, Technology, Innovation, Journalism, World Affairs, Diversity & Inclusion, Business, Business Leadership, Futurism, Health, Nutrition, Inspirational, Aging, Literary, Professors, Leadership, Consulting, Marketing and Jewish Heritage.

Where does Daniel Altman travel from?

Daniel Altman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Daniel Altman?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Daniel Altman 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 Daniel Altman for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Daniel Altman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Finance, Economy and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Daniel Altman for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Daniel Altman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are John Zogby, Parag Khanna and Sir Richard Branson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Daniel Altman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Daniel Altman Speaking Topics

  • Bringing Productivity From the Playing Field to the Workplace

    Daniel Altman is at the forefront of the emerging science of sports analytics, using data to understand how athletes work together to win games. With his deep background in economics, he translates empirical lessons from the soccer field into guidance for managers in the public and private sectors. By answering questions like "How much was David Beckham worth to his teams?", "Who are Manchester United's most pivotal players?" and "What is the value of a goal in the English Premier League?", he offers new ways for employers to choose targets and get the best out of their employees.

  • Challenges for the Data-Driven Economy

    Now that processing power and storage space are virtually unlimited, the main constraint to our use of data and the Internet is the human mind. Speaker Daniel Altman explains how we must balance the costs and benefits of wading through oceans of data and asks, with so many public goods being created, whether government or collective action can make the data-driven economy even more beneficial for society.

  • What's Next for the American Worker?

    The recent economic downturn has shown that a good education and a wealth of experience are not always enough to keep the American worker competitive. Yet economist, author, and speaker Daniel Altman sees promising signs that distinctly American skills and talents can be brought to bear in the global economy, both in existing industries and in new roles. He shares his insights in this hopeful keynote.

  • How to Maximize Profits by Creating Social Benefits

    Major investors in large public companies insist that executives maximize profits. But these companies can create massive benefits for society as well. Speaker Daniel Altman is one of the originators of the "long-term single-bottom line," an alternative to concepts such as corporate social responsibility, shared value, and double- and triple-bottom lines. He explains why the long-term single-bottom line is the best choice for shareholders, companies, and societies as a whole.

  • What Are the True Returns in Emerging Markets?

    Big economies like Brazil, China, and India attract plenty of attention from the markets but investors don't always see the returns they expect. Speaker Daniel Altman shows how combining smaller and safer markets can be a more sensible choice for exporters, multinationals, and portfolio investors. He also outlines the risks and opportunities that will drive the performance of emerging markets in the future.

Daniel Altman Videos

Speaking Reel - Daniel Altman
  • How do I book Daniel Altman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Daniel Altman 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 Daniel Altman, 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 Daniel Altman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Daniel Altman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Daniel Altman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Daniel Altman, 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 Daniel Altman speak about?

  • Where does Daniel Altman travel from?

    Daniel Altman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Daniel Altman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Daniel Altman 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 Daniel Altman 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 Daniel Altman 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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