Tom Rand

Tom Rand

Keynote Speaker: Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist & Author

Tom Rand Biography

Tom Rand’s focus is on carbon mitigation as an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author and speaker. He is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of ArcTern Ventures and sits on the board of a number of clean energy companies and organizations. He also developed Planet Traveler, a low-carbon hotel project in downtown Toronto. Rand’s first book "Kick the Fossil Fuel Habit" (2010) was winner of the 2011 Whitepine Non-Fiction award; his second - "Waking the Frog" - became a bestseller in Spring 2014; his third - Climate Capitalism: Economic Solutions for a Planet in Crisis was published early 2020.

Rand holds a BSc in electrical engineering (U of Waterloo), an MSc in philosophy of science (University of London and LSE) and an MA and PhD in philosophy (U of Toronto), is an Action Canada Fellow, and has been a member of a number of federal and provincial advisory boards. Rand is a regular contributor on Canada’s leading op-ed pages and television, and you will often see him on stage waving his arms as he speaks passionately about the intersection of climate risk and economics.

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Tom Rand Speaking Topics

The Economics of Climate Change

Tom Rand brings his trademark focus and clarity to an enormously complex issue – the economics of climate change. As global fears over climate risk ratchet up alongside increasing turbulent weather systems, the private sector looks at last ready join the fight in earnest. Is that the case, or just more greenwashing? Rand’s forthright speaking style takes on the old canards of both left and right politics in a passionate call to arms on climate risk and covers a broad range of subjects – psychology, finance, policy, economics, technology and science. His talk brings to life the focus of his third bestselling book: to articulate pragmatic ways to rewire the capitalist economy for the 21st century – a renewed “Climate Capitalism”.

Tom Rand Videos

Tom Rand: Can Capitalism Stop Climate Change?
Driva 2020 Climate Investment Talks with Tom Rand
Tom Rand - WISE Lecture Series with IC3

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How much does it cost to book Tom Rand for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Tom Rand, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Tom Rand are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tom Rand, 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 Tom Rand speak about?

Tom Rand is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Culture, Consulting, Technology, Environment, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Environmental Activism, Climate Change, Conservation, Science, Business, Finance, Business Growth and Earth Day.

Where does Tom Rand travel from?

Tom Rand generally travels from Montreal, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Tom Rand?

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Tom Rand is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Creativity and Culture. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tom Rand for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Tom Rand generally travels from Montreal, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Joel Makower, Dr. Jonathan Foley and Michael Shellenberger. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tom Rand for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/02/2024.

Tom Rand Speaking Topics

  • The Economics of Climate Change

    Tom Rand brings his trademark focus and clarity to an enormously complex issue – the economics of climate change. As global fears over climate risk ratchet up alongside increasing turbulent weather systems, the private sector looks at last ready join the fight in earnest. Is that the case, or just more greenwashing? Rand’s forthright speaking style takes on the old canards of both left and right politics in a passionate call to arms on climate risk and covers a broad range of subjects – psychology, finance, policy, economics, technology and science. His talk brings to life the focus of his third bestselling book: to articulate pragmatic ways to rewire the capitalist economy for the 21st century – a renewed “Climate Capitalism”.

Tom Rand Videos

Tom Rand: Can Capitalism Stop Climate Change?
Driva 2020 Climate Investment Talks with Tom Rand
Tom Rand - WISE Lecture Series with IC3
  • How do I book Tom Rand to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Tom Rand, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Tom Rand are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tom Rand, 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 Tom Rand speak about?

    Tom Rand is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Culture, Consulting, Technology, Environment, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Environmental Activism, Climate Change, Conservation, Science, Business, Finance, Business Growth and Earth Day.
  • Where does Tom Rand travel from?

    Tom Rand generally travels from Montreal, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Tom Rand?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tom Rand 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 Tom Rand 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 Tom Rand 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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