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Dr. Claire A. Nelson

Dr. Claire A. Nelson

Keynote Speaker: Sustainability Engineer, Innovation Consultant & Social Entrepreneur; Forbes 50 Female Futurist

Dr. Claire A. Nelson Biography

Dr. Claire Nelson is a future-driven sustainability engineer with over twenty-five years of experience specializing in strategic foresight, sustainability engineering, and international development. With an emphasis on private sector development, her work spans project development, management, and pioneering advancements in development equity at the Inter-American Development Bank. Dr. Nelson's educational achievements include an industrial engineering degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo and Purdue University and a doctorate in engineering management from George Washington University, making her the first Jamaican woman to earn a doctorate degree in an engineering discipline.

As a founding curator of TEDxIDB and a recognized White House Champion of Change, Dr. Nelson is often invited to speak at high-profile events. These include the World Steel, Jamaica Development Bank, and the US Securities Exchange Commission. Her speaking engagements often touch on her specialty areas, such as International Development Project Design, Scenario Analysis, Stakeholder Consultation, and topics like "From Future Shock to Future Sense" and "Future of Well-being." Her storytelling prowess is evident in her evolving One Woman Show, "Moon Runnings."

An advocate for social causes, Dr. Nelson established the Institute of Caribbean Studies, a leading Caribbean-American advocacy organization. Her efforts have led to her being recognized as one of the Top 50 Female Futurists in the world by Forbes and being commended in the US Congressional Record for her leadership and as the architect of June as National Caribbean American Heritage Month. She has served on numerous boards and committees including the US Department of Commerce US/Caribbean Business Development Council Advisory Board and the International Think Tank Commission on Pan-African Affairs, Office of the Prime Minister of Barbados, among others.

Dr. Nelson's engagement with and influence on issues of diversity and social exclusion have been noted in multilateral development assistance institutions. This includes her participation in significant conferences like the Bellagio Consultation on the UN World Conference Against Racism and the Salzburg Seminar on Moral, Ethical, and Spiritual Leadership. Besides her extensive work, she also contributes to media outlets such as Morning Edition, National Public Radio, and CaribNation TV.

Currently, Dr. Nelson is the Ideation Leader of The Futures Forum and Sagient Futures LLC, which provides strategic foresight and development futures consulting practice. She also serves on the Editorial Advisory Board of the World Futures Society, further harnessing her expertise as a Black Futurist and a key voice in future-focused conversations.

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Dr. Claire A. Nelson Videos

Opening Keynote Address - Dr. Claire Nelson
The Jamaica Diaspora Show: Interview with Dr. Claire Nelson PhD ...
Dr. Claire Nelson - "How We Can Share Our Future Globally"

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How much does it cost to book Dr. Claire A. Nelson for a speaking engagement?

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

Dr. Claire A. Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Environment, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Business, Culture, Economy, Workshop, Storytelling, Engineering, Black Heritage and Innovation.

Where does Dr. Claire A. Nelson travel from?

Dr. Claire A. Nelson generally travels from Silver Spring, MD, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Claire A. Nelson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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 Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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 Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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.


Dr. Claire A. Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Futurism, Female Leadership and Women in Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Claire A. Nelson for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Claire A. Nelson generally travels from Silver Spring, MD, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jasmine Crowe-Houston, Kate Brandt and Tensie Whelan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Claire A. Nelson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 16/09/2024.

Dr. Claire A. Nelson Videos

Opening Keynote Address - Dr. Claire Nelson
The Jamaica Diaspora Show: Interview with Dr. Claire Nelson PhD ...
Dr. Claire Nelson - "How We Can Share Our Future Globally"
Dr. Claire Nelson on the Meaning of Innovation
Dr Claire Nelson
  • How do I book Dr. Claire A. Nelson to speak at my event?

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

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

    Dr. Claire A. Nelson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Environment, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Business, Culture, Economy, Workshop, Storytelling, Engineering, Black Heritage and Innovation.
  • Where does Dr. Claire A. Nelson travel from?

    Dr. Claire A. Nelson generally travels from Silver Spring, MD, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Claire A. Nelson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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 Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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 Dr. Claire A. Nelson 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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