Edward (Ned) Hallowell

Edward (Ned) Hallowell

Keynote Speaker: ADHD Expert, NY Times Best Selling Author, Psychiatrist, Harvard Medical Faculty, Founder of Hallowell Centers

Edward (Ned) Hallowell Biography

Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D. is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist and world authority on ADHD. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School, and was a Harvard Medical School faculty member for 21 years. He is the Founder of The Hallowell ADHD Centers in Boston MetroWest, New York City, San Francisco, Palo Alto and Seattle.

He has spent the past four decades helping thousands of adults and children live happy and productive lives through his strength-based approach to neurodiversity, and has ADHD and dyslexia himself.

Dr Hallowell is a New York Times bestselling author and has written 20 books on multiple psychological topics. The groundbreaking Distraction series, which began with Driven to Distraction, co-authored with Dr John Ratey in 1994, sparked a revolution in understanding of ADHD.

Dr Hallowell has been featured on 20/20, 60 Minutes, Oprah, PBS, CNN, The Today Show, Dateline, Good Morning America, The New York Times, USA Today, Newsweek, Time Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, the Boston Globe and many more. He is a regular columnist for ADDitude Magazine.

Dr. Hallowell lives in the Boston area with his wife Sue and they have three children, Lucy, Jack and Tucker.

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Edward (Ned) Hallowell Speaking Topics

Connecting in a Disconnected World

We live in a world characterized by what Dr. Hallowell calls “the modern paradox”: miraculously connected electronically, we are growing disconnected interpersonally. This social isolation is as dangerous a risk factor for early death as cigarette-smoking, high blood pressure, and obesity. Touting the power of “the other Vitamin C, Vitamin Connect,” Dr. Hallowell offers a detailed prescription for a richly connected life that anyone can follow. This Vitamin C is free, infinite in supply, and feels good to take. Sadly, most people don’t take advantage of its amazing power.

Shine: How to Bring the Best Out of Yourself and the People You’re With

In this talk Dr. Hallowell offers a 5-step plan for bringing out the best in people in any organization or other work setting. Rooted in his 30 years of experience in promoting peak performance, this simple, but highly researched and evidence-based plan can lead a person from mediocrity to achievement at the highest level.

Cowboys, Cowhands, and Ranchers

The third in a series begun by talks # 1 and # 2, in this talk Dr. Hallowell offers his observation that most adults fall into one of three groups: cowboys, cowhands and ranchers. Cowboys are the risk-taking, shoot-first-aim-later, innovative, action-oriented creative types. Cowhands are the dedicated people who sweat the details, connect with others, and make the operation run. Finally, ranchers are the big-picture managers, the leaders who inspire people, give credit to others, and take the group forward. Knowing which one you are, and how to take advantage of your style, can make for big successes. Organizations need all three.

The American Edge: The Mind of the Entrepreneur

Most entrepreneurs have the trait that is so misleadingly called ADHD. Dr. Hallowell renames it “The Entrepreneur’s Trait,” and shows how phenomenally beneficial it can be. A follow-up to talk # 1, this presentation shows how many different paths people with the entrepreneurs trait have followed, and what factors predict the greatest success.

ADHD: It Can Break You or Make You

Dr. Hallowell, one of the world’s experts on ADHD, explains his strength-based approach to understanding this fascinating and widely misunderstood condition. He shows how properly managed ADHD can lead to spectacular success of a kind that cannot be planned or predicted. It is people who have ADHD who advance the world. In this talk, Dr. Hallowell takes the audience through a process by which this condition can be diagnosed and managed best.

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What topics does Edward (Ned) Hallowell speak about?

Edward (Ned) Hallowell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Health & Wellness, Non-Fiction Authors, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Family & Parenting, Mental Health, Peak Performance, Stress Management, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, Business, Education, Psychology and Art & Design.

Where does Edward (Ned) Hallowell travel from?

Edward (Ned) Hallowell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Edward (Ned) Hallowell?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Edward (Ned) Hallowell 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 Edward (Ned) Hallowell for your next private or corporate function.

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Edward (Ned) Hallowell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Health & Wellness and Non-Fiction Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Edward (Ned) Hallowell for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Edward (Ned) Hallowell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are James Garbarino, Dr. Will Miller and Kyle Pruett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Edward (Ned) Hallowell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 27/06/2025.

Edward (Ned) Hallowell Speaking Topics

  • Connecting in a Disconnected World

    We live in a world characterized by what Dr. Hallowell calls “the modern paradox”: miraculously connected electronically, we are growing disconnected interpersonally. This social isolation is as dangerous a risk factor for early death as cigarette-smoking, high blood pressure, and obesity. Touting the power of “the other Vitamin C, Vitamin Connect,” Dr. Hallowell offers a detailed prescription for a richly connected life that anyone can follow. This Vitamin C is free, infinite in supply, and feels good to take. Sadly, most people don’t take advantage of its amazing power.

  • Shine: How to Bring the Best Out of Yourself and the People You’re With

    In this talk Dr. Hallowell offers a 5-step plan for bringing out the best in people in any organization or other work setting. Rooted in his 30 years of experience in promoting peak performance, this simple, but highly researched and evidence-based plan can lead a person from mediocrity to achievement at the highest level.

  • Cowboys, Cowhands, and Ranchers

    The third in a series begun by talks # 1 and # 2, in this talk Dr. Hallowell offers his observation that most adults fall into one of three groups: cowboys, cowhands and ranchers. Cowboys are the risk-taking, shoot-first-aim-later, innovative, action-oriented creative types. Cowhands are the dedicated people who sweat the details, connect with others, and make the operation run. Finally, ranchers are the big-picture managers, the leaders who inspire people, give credit to others, and take the group forward. Knowing which one you are, and how to take advantage of your style, can make for big successes. Organizations need all three.

  • The American Edge: The Mind of the Entrepreneur

    Most entrepreneurs have the trait that is so misleadingly called ADHD. Dr. Hallowell renames it “The Entrepreneur’s Trait,” and shows how phenomenally beneficial it can be. A follow-up to talk # 1, this presentation shows how many different paths people with the entrepreneurs trait have followed, and what factors predict the greatest success.

  • ADHD: It Can Break You or Make You

    Dr. Hallowell, one of the world’s experts on ADHD, explains his strength-based approach to understanding this fascinating and widely misunderstood condition. He shows how properly managed ADHD can lead to spectacular success of a kind that cannot be planned or predicted. It is people who have ADHD who advance the world. In this talk, Dr. Hallowell takes the audience through a process by which this condition can be diagnosed and managed best.

  • How do I book Edward (Ned) Hallowell to speak at my event?

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

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

    Edward (Ned) Hallowell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Health & Wellness, Non-Fiction Authors, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Family & Parenting, Mental Health, Peak Performance, Stress Management, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, Business, Education, Psychology and Art & Design.
  • Where does Edward (Ned) Hallowell travel from?

    Edward (Ned) Hallowell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Edward (Ned) Hallowell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Edward (Ned) Hallowell 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 Edward (Ned) Hallowell 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 Edward (Ned) Hallowell 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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