Ken Simonson

Ken Simonson

Keynote Speaker: Chief Economist at Associated General Contractors of America

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Ken Simonson Biography

Ken Simonson has been Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, the leading construction trade association, since 2001. He provides insight into the economy and what it implies for construction and related industries through frequent media interviews, presentations, and the Data DIGest, his weekly one-page e-newsletter that goes to more than 20,000 subscribers.

Simonson has over 40 years of experience analyzing, advocating, and communicating about economic and tax issues. He currently serves as an advisor to the Census Bureau’s construction data re-engineering initiative. He is a Fellow and past president of the National Association for Business Economics, and he is co-director of the Tax Economists Forum, a professional meeting group he co-founded in 1982.

Simonson has a BA in economics from the University of Chicago, and an MA in economics from Northwestern University.

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Ken Simonson Videos

Ken Simonson Discusses the Outlook for Growth in Construction
AGC's Ken Simonson on coronavirus impacts and implications for construction
Video Op-ed with Ken Simonson, AGC Chief Economist

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What topics does Ken Simonson speak about?

Ken Simonson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Economy, Manufacturing and Public Health.

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Ken Simonson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Ken Simonson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Economy, Manufacturing and Public Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ken Simonson for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Ken Simonson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Bill Conerly, Andrew Busch and John Manzella. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ken Simonson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/11/2024.

Ken Simonson Videos

Ken Simonson Discusses the Outlook for Growth in Construction
AGC's Ken Simonson on coronavirus impacts and implications for construction
Video Op-ed with Ken Simonson, AGC Chief Economist
AGCETN Chapter Webinar- Impact of COVID 19 on Construction

Ken Simonson Reviews

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  • How do I book Ken Simonson to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ken Simonson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ken Simonson are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ken Simonson, 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 Ken Simonson speak about?

    Ken Simonson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Economy, Manufacturing and Public Health.
  • Where does Ken Simonson travel from?

    Ken Simonson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ken Simonson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ken Simonson 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 Ken Simonson 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 Ken Simonson 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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