Carl Richards
Keynote Speaker: Certified Financial Planner & Visual Artist; Author of "The Behavior Gap" and "The One-Page Financial Plan"
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Carl Richards Biography
Carl Richards started The Sketch Guy column in The New York Times from the hills of Utah, crafting clear, relatable insights about money with just card stock and a Sharpie. The column ran weekly for a decade. This journey began when Richards applied for what he thought was a job as a “security guard,” only to find out the ad actually said “securities.” That slight misstep sparked a lifelong dedication to reshaping how we think about money.
Since then, Richards has become a Certified Financial Planner™, built and sold a successful investment firm, and spoken at financial and investment events worldwide—from Australia to South Africa, the UK, and major economic centers across Europe, Canada, and the United States. His bestsellers, "The Behavior Gap" and "The One-Page Financial Plan," have been translated into over ten languages and continue to resonate globally.
Through his daily podcast, "Behavior Gap Radio," which now has over 1,000 episodes and over one million downloads, Richards shares new perspectives on aligning our resources with what truly matters. His latest audio project, "50 Fires," backed by executive producers Chip and Joanna Gaines, explores the intersections of money and meaning with guests like Pete Holmes, David Whyte, Krista Tippett, and his favorite guest by far, his wife, Cori.
Richards founded The Society of Advice, a community of financial planners dedicated to the craft of advice. They gather for a monthly online workshop and frequent retreats in Park City, Utah.
In 2025, Richards will release a new book that, true to form, will be unlike anything seen in the personal finance section—and you better believe there will be sketches (97 of them, to be exact).
When he’s not exploring ideas about money, Richards, a Wilderness First Responder, can be found navigating Utah’s high mountain ridges on foot, skis, or bike. Married to Cori since 1995, they have four kids, whom they consider their best friends.
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In this keynote, Carl Richards—creator of The New York Times “Sketch Guy” column and a trusted voice in the financial planning world for over 25 years—delivers a transformational experience. Drawing on hundreds of keynote events, thousands of conversations with real people, and the most powerful insights from his new book, Carl weaves live sketching, storytelling, and human truth into an unforgettable session. This isn’t about performance or products…it’s about the emotional side of money, and the real work of advice. The audience will walk away not just inspired, but equipped with language, metaphors, and frameworks to help clients make better decisions and have the conversations that truly matter.
Carl’s virtual unscripted conversations offer a powerful alternative to the typical webinar—an engaging, high-impact experience designed to spark insight and meaningful change. Instead of preparing slides or managing a complex setup, your team simply receives a short, curated selection of Carl’s work in advance. This gives participants a common foundation without adding extra planning to your plate. During the live session, Carl leads a guided, moderated conversation shaped around your organization’s goals. He responds in real time to questions, challenges, and themes that matter most to your audience. There is no script—just genuine exchange, candid insight, and the kind of clarity that comes from interacting directly with a true thought leader. This format consistently delivers a memorable, transformative experience that audiences carry with them long after the event concludes. It’s personal. It’s practical. And it gives your team direct access to Carl’s unique ability to turn complex ideas into simple, actionable wisdom.
In this session, financial advisors will gain greater awareness into what it means to deliver a behaviorally-informed financial planning process. Specifically, the session elaborates on the idea that financial planners are not defenders of an outdated map but are guides in an ever-changing landscape. To that end, advisors will learn specific phrasing for working with clients. They will gain insight into client emotions and how emotions can, if we are guides, positively impact the advisor-client relationship. And perhaps most important, advisors will be challenged to adopt a process where we normalize, with clients, the search for disconfirming evidence and begin to see financial plans as just strong opinions… held loosely, placing the power of the work between advisors and clients into course corrections and relationships.
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How much does it cost to book Carl Richards for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Carl Richards, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Carl Richards are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Carl Richards, 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 Carl Richards speak about?
Carl Richards is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Business and Finance.
Who is the agent for Carl Richards?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Carl Richards 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 Carl Richards 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 Carl Richards 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.
Carl Richards is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Business and Finance. The estimated speaking fee range to book Carl Richards for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Carl Richards can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bola Sokunbi, Jason Schenker and Terry Savage. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Carl Richards for an upcoming event.
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Carl Richards Speaking Topics
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Your Money: Reimagining Wealth Through Simple Sketches
In this keynote, Carl Richards—creator of The New York Times “Sketch Guy” column and a trusted voice in the financial planning world for over 25 years—delivers a transformational experience. Drawing on hundreds of keynote events, thousands of conversations with real people, and the most powerful insights from his new book, Carl weaves live sketching, storytelling, and human truth into an unforgettable session. This isn’t about performance or products…it’s about the emotional side of money, and the real work of advice. The audience will walk away not just inspired, but equipped with language, metaphors, and frameworks to help clients make better decisions and have the conversations that truly matter.
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Live Unscripted Virtual Conversations with Carl Richards
Carl’s virtual unscripted conversations offer a powerful alternative to the typical webinar—an engaging, high-impact experience designed to spark insight and meaningful change. Instead of preparing slides or managing a complex setup, your team simply receives a short, curated selection of Carl’s work in advance. This gives participants a common foundation without adding extra planning to your plate. During the live session, Carl leads a guided, moderated conversation shaped around your organization’s goals. He responds in real time to questions, challenges, and themes that matter most to your audience. There is no script—just genuine exchange, candid insight, and the kind of clarity that comes from interacting directly with a true thought leader. This format consistently delivers a memorable, transformative experience that audiences carry with them long after the event concludes. It’s personal. It’s practical. And it gives your team direct access to Carl’s unique ability to turn complex ideas into simple, actionable wisdom.
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Purpose vs. Goals, Precision vs. Persistence, Facts vs. Empathy, Plans vs. Planning
In this session, financial advisors will gain greater awareness into what it means to deliver a behaviorally-informed financial planning process. Specifically, the session elaborates on the idea that financial planners are not defenders of an outdated map but are guides in an ever-changing landscape. To that end, advisors will learn specific phrasing for working with clients. They will gain insight into client emotions and how emotions can, if we are guides, positively impact the advisor-client relationship. And perhaps most important, advisors will be challenged to adopt a process where we normalize, with clients, the search for disconfirming evidence and begin to see financial plans as just strong opinions… held loosely, placing the power of the work between advisors and clients into course corrections and relationships.
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Carl Richards Reviews
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It was a joy to have Carl. Seriously, he crushed it (I am already a big fan). He is a great presenter and made himself very available afterwards. I ended up chatting with him for 30 minutes after the presentation was over.
Central Ohio FPA - Oct 17 2023
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How do I book Carl Richards to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Carl Richards 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 Carl Richards, 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 Carl Richards or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Carl Richards for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Carl Richards, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Carl Richards are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Carl Richards, 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 Carl Richards speak about?
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Who is the agent for Carl Richards?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Carl Richards 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 Carl Richards 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 Carl Richards 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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