Michael Osterholm

Michael Osterholm

Keynote Speaker: Regents Professor, Infectious Disease Expert, Author of "Deadliest Enemy"

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Michael Osterholm Biography

Dr. Michael T. Osterholm holds the titles of Regents Professor, McKnight Presidential Endowed Chair in Public Health, and is the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota. He also serves as Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Division of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, a professor in the Technological Leadership Institute, College of Science and Engineering, and an adjunct professor in the Medical School. Osterholm made significant contributions in the area of health security while serving as a Science Envoy for the US Department of State from June 2018 to May 2019. He has continued this trajectory, serving on President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 transition advisory board and actively engaging in public discourse on the pandemic.

Osterholm's expertise in infectious diseases is well-documented through his New York Times best-selling book "Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs," published in 2017. The book, which predicts pandemics like COVID-19 and outlines strategies to combat infectious diseases, has established Osterholm as a preeminent expert in the field. His involvement extends beyond literature as he regularly participates in major public health discussions on platforms such as MSNBC, CNN, and NPR, and he has been a recurring guest on the "Joe Rogan Experience" and other media to discuss COVID-19 related topics.

As a member of the National Academy of Medicine and the Council of Foreign Relations, Osterholm's insights are highly sought after. He has served on several advisory boards including the National Science Advisory Board on Biosecurity and the World Economic Forum Working Group on Pandemics. Notably, Osterholm's academic and investigative work spans over three decades, with significant tenure at the Minnesota Department of Health focusing on outbreak investigations of international importance. His academic contributions exceed 315 papers and abstracts, including 21 book chapters, cementing his authority in the field. In recognition of his extensive research and public health initiatives, Osterholm recently received the Outstanding Government Service Award from the American Medical Association in February 2024. His commitment to public health education is evident from his ongoing role in the editorial boards of nine journals and his frequent lectures on epidemiological topics worldwide.

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Michael Osterholm Speaking Topics

Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs

Dr. Osterholm predicted a pandemic like COVID-19 in his bestselling book, Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs, where he advocated for a plan to combat “an overwhelming army of deadly, invisible enemies” and laid out a nine-point plan to prevent “the unthinkable from the inevitable.” As one of the world’s most accomplished epidemiologists, he explains the seriousness and severity of COVID-19 and its progression.

Michael Osterholm Videos

Michael Osterholm on learning from the COVID-19 pandemic | Here & Now
Coronavirus: What health experts say you need to know
Keynote Address | Michael T. Osterholm, CIDRAP

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What topics does Michael Osterholm speak about?

Michael Osterholm is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Professors, College, Public Health, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Technology, Science, Health & Wellness and Healthcare.

Where does Michael Osterholm travel from?

Michael Osterholm generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Michael Osterholm is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Professors, College and Public Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Osterholm for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Michael Osterholm generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Andrew Busch, Daniel Burrus and Ziad Obermeyer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Osterholm for an upcoming event.

Michael Osterholm Speaking Topics

  • Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs

    Dr. Osterholm predicted a pandemic like COVID-19 in his bestselling book, Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs, where he advocated for a plan to combat “an overwhelming army of deadly, invisible enemies” and laid out a nine-point plan to prevent “the unthinkable from the inevitable.” As one of the world’s most accomplished epidemiologists, he explains the seriousness and severity of COVID-19 and its progression.

Michael Osterholm Videos

Michael Osterholm on learning from the COVID-19 pandemic | Here & Now
Coronavirus: What health experts say you need to know
Keynote Address | Michael T. Osterholm, CIDRAP
Why Michael Osterholm Does What He Does
"Deadliest Enemy​" Lecture by Mike Osterholm​, PhD, MPH

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  • How do I book Michael Osterholm to speak at my event?

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

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

    Michael Osterholm is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Professors, College, Public Health, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Technology, Science, Health & Wellness and Healthcare.
  • Where does Michael Osterholm travel from?

    Michael Osterholm generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Michael Osterholm?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Osterholm 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 Michael Osterholm 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 Michael Osterholm 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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