Robert Putnam

Robert Putnam

Keynote Speaker: Professor of Public Policy, John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University; Bestselling Author Known for "Making Democracy Work," "Bowling Alone" & "The Upswing"; Host of PBS' "Our Kids Series"

Robert Putnam Biography

Robert D. Putnam is the Malkin Research Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University. A member of the National Academy of Sciences, a Fellow of the British Academy, and past president of the American Political Science Association, in 2006 he received the Skytte Prize, the world's highest accolade for a political scientist.

In 2012 Barack Obama awarded Putnam the National Humanities Medal, the nation’s highest honor for contributions to the humanities. He has written fifteen books, translated into twenty languages, including "Making Democracy Work: Civic Traditions in Italy" and "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community," both among the most cited (and bestselling) social science works in nearly a century. He has consulted for Presidents Carter, Clinton, Bush 43, and Obama, as well as presidents and prime ministers from the UK, Ireland, and Finland to South Korea and Singapore.

His most recent book, "The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again" (2020), is a widely praised study of broad 20th century American economic, social, political, and cultural trends.

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Robert Putnam Speaking Topics

The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do it Again

Robert Putnam Videos

'The Interview': Robert Putnam Knows Why You’re Lonely
Virtual Talks | Robert Putnam with Shaylyn Romney Garrett, The ...
2020 Citrin Award Lecture: Robert D. Putnam

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What topics does Robert Putnam speak about?

Robert Putnam is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Philosophy, Faith & Religion, Business, Business Leadership, Economy, Finance, Government, Political and History.

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Robert Putnam generally travels from Jaffrey, NH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Robert Putnam is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Creativity and Philosophy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Robert Putnam for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Robert Putnam generally travels from Jaffrey, NH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are John Legend, Peter Thiel and Craig Newmark. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Robert Putnam for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/09/2024.

Robert Putnam Speaking Topics

  • The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do it Again

Robert Putnam Videos

'The Interview': Robert Putnam Knows Why You’re Lonely
Virtual Talks | Robert Putnam with Shaylyn Romney Garrett, The ...
2020 Citrin Award Lecture: Robert D. Putnam
Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett: How America Can ...

Robert Putnam Reviews

  • The AAE team was very well organized, diligent, and kept me updated on Dr. Putnam's information and changes to his schedule. It was a great experience.
    Slover Library Foundation - Apr 08 2019

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) - Nov 01 2016

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  • How do I book Robert Putnam to speak at my event?

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

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

    Robert Putnam is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Philosophy, Faith & Religion, Business, Business Leadership, Economy, Finance, Government, Political and History.
  • Where does Robert Putnam travel from?

    Robert Putnam generally travels from Jaffrey, NH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Robert Putnam?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert Putnam 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 Robert Putnam 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 Robert Putnam 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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