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An Evening of Insights with Steve Forbes
Navigating the Economy for Business Growth and Success
STEVE FORBES continues to lead the most successful business news magazine in America. Throughout his tenure, his keen ability to provide economic insights on the big issues of the day has been trusted by business leaders around the world. Mr. Forbes addresses the current economic situation and provides insights and strategic advice for business growth and success.
Leadership Lessons: The Stunning Parallels between
Great Leaders of the Ancient World and Today’s Top Business Leaders
Times and circumstances change but principles and human nature do not. Based on his book, Power Ambition Glory, STEVE FORBES provides six intriguing lessons from comparisons between great leaders of the ancient world and contemporary business leaders. What do Cyrus the Great and Jack Welch have in common? What do great leaders know that allowed Serge Brin and Larry Page of Google to challenge and best two formidable competitors, Microsoft and Yahoo? Julius Caesar was blinded to the dangers that eventually did him in, as surely as greed blinded Wall Street. In this illuminating and entertaining talk, Steve Forbes provides the lessons that will make or break businesses right now by exploring the remarkable similarities between those who directed the empires of the ancient world and many of today's corporate and political leadership.
The Flat Tax Revolution
In his presentation on the Flat Tax Revolution, STEVE FORBES calls for substantial reforms to America's fundamental economic systems as they operate today. He argues that "Countries increasingly recognize that if they don't adopt the flat tax, they will lose jobs, capital and their own ambitious entrepreneurs to more growth friendly nations." A simple flat tax, in his view, will slash tax rates and spur economic growth. In his remarks, he will discuss a myriad of Flat Tax benefits through the lens of the current economic landscape and forecast, including: how a simple 17 percent flat tax will save citizens time, money, and worry; why the Flat Tax will eliminate the IRS and its bureaucrats; why the Flat Tax will create jobs, and bring back ones we have lost overseas; how other countries are already reaping the benefits of a flat tax system; how the flat tax will stop special interests getting tax breaks at the expense of citizens; and what you can do to make the Flat Tax a reality. As Mr. Forbes explains, the Flat Tax is not a partisan issue—it is a taxpayer issue that affects all Americans.
Steve Forbes shares untold American stories
STEVE FORBES expands his media activities into education, launching the educational series Steve Forbes on Achievement. The series’ content consists of short, inspirational bios of history’s greatest innovators, most largely forgotten, whose accomplishments have shaped modern life. Found on the platform Izzit.org, which distributes educational materials to thousands of teachers around the country, Forbes details the lives of a diverse selection of unsung American heroes with passion, gusto, and thorough research.
Steve Forbes executive produces Coolidge documentary
STEVE FORBES was tapped to serve as executive producer of the documentary Coolidge: Rediscovering an American President, created under the auspices of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation. The documentary is available on public television stations as well as YouTube. The film dives into why the Coolidge presidency should be considered a model for our own era.
Steve Forbes’s latest book Inflation is essential reading for these tumultuous times
With his latest book, bestselling author STEVE FORBES takes on one of today’s most pressing issues – Inflation: What it Is, Why it’s Bad, and How to Fix It. An iconic economic thinker, the Chairman of Forbes Media is an expert on tax and monetary issues and a trusted voice to weigh in on the issues facing individuals and industries. In his new book, Forbes explains what’s behind the worst inflationary storm in more than forty years, answering key questions in an engaging and compelling discussion among the authors. Packed with examples from the headlines and from history, Inflation is a unique, real-world exploration of the subject that addresses everyday concerns of Americans under siege by rising prices, including steps readers should take to protect their wealth. In his writing, frequent media appearances, and thought-provoking keynote speeches, Forbes takes on tough questions and offers incomparable and substantive insights.
Forbes make a significant impact on audiences of all kinds, regularly receiving rave reviews, such as: "He was the BEST, as always. I would book him for every event if I could. He’s just a gracious, humble man. Our clients really enjoyed him…" (Willis Towers Watson)
Case Study: Steve Forbes speaks at the Southwest Car Wash Association
STEVE FORBES, Chairman of Forbes Media, shared economic and business insights to a crowd with record-breaking attendance at the Southwest Car Wash Association's annual event at the Fort Worth Convention Center. The event had over 2,400 people from 45 different states made up mainly of business owners of car wash operations, vendors, and suppliers, gathered to network and discuss innovation, business solutions and new tech. Attendees loved the lineup, saying: "'Your speakers were fantastic; this was the best lineup of programming I have seen in the industry' … 'Awesome show' ... 'Great leadership for the industry' ... 'Again — first class as always' … 'Just what my team needed' ... 'Always the very best.'"
Steve Forbes is the go-to voice on the economy
STEVE FORBES, one of the most well-known names in America, iconic economic thinker, and unparalleled expert on tax and monetary issues, is in-demand for his shrewd and timely insights on the economy. An engaging, articulate, and informative speaker, Forbes has captivated packed audiences everywhere from business and banker associations, to innovation conferences, to college campuses nationwide. The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media - one of the most recognized brands in America - Forbes is also a bestselling author, a fixture on FOX Business and News channels, and host of What's Ahead, his prescient podcast on intersection of society, economics and policy. Forbes' book MONEY, was recently turned into an award-winning PBS documentary – In Money We Trust? – which continues to draw critical and public acclaim.
Forbes' rave reviews from events include:
Steve Forbes' podcast offers powerful lessons amid turbulent times
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media STEVE FORBES has added his own podcast to his impressive media portfolio. Entitled What's Ahead, Forbes' podcast features his signature views on the intersection of society, economics and policy, all informed by his unique perspective as an avid student of history who twice ran for president and now helms one of the world’s most instantly recognizable media brands. Forbes to engages the world’s top newsmakers, politicians and pioneers in business and economics in honest conversations meant to challenge traditional ways of thinking.
Heralded by audience worldwide for his candid insights, substantive analysis, and ability to connect with any audience, Forbes' consistently receives rave reviews at every event, such as: "He was the BEST, as always. I would book him for every event if I could. He’s just a gracious, humble man. Our clients really enjoyed him and loved that he was roaming around during cocktail hour chatting. It makes my life so much easier when speakers are like him." (Willis Towers Watson); "Steve Forbes was fantastic!" (Western Riverside Council of Governments); "Throughout my professional and academic career – I have been fortunate to be able to invite “thought leaders” from across the field of business to speak on campus. There is no doubt in my mind Mr. Forbes is the top speaker I have ever brought to campus! Mr. Forbes exuded a high level of professionalism and thoughtfulness... He was more than generous with his time... Everyone who had an opportunity to hear him speak was impressed with his vast knowledge on a myriad of topics... People were simply captivated by his comments and stories!" (Florida Gulf Coast University)
Steve Forbes sought-out for his insights on China and trade
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media, STEVE FORBES has become a fixture on FOX News thanks to his shrewd and useful insights on trade, tariffs and China. Highlighting the impact of an escalating trade war on businesses and consumers alike, Forbes breaks down other ways to approach relations with China, illuminating a path forward. Forbes also recently penned a widely-shared New York Times op-ed on the topic, calling for President Trump to end tariffs. A business icon and internationally respected authority on all issues of economics, finance and politics, Forbes brings the same substantive and engaging commentary to each of his engagements. He offers audiences thought-provoking insights and riveting anecdotes that make each of his engagements a smash hit.
Recently named one of the top 10 most influential libertarians by Newsmax, Forbes has recently been sought-out for events as varied as Woodard's Scaling New Heights Conference and the Synergy Global Forum. He consistently garners tweets of praise from audience-members such as: "@SteveForbesCEO was an honor to meet you today. Thank you for your time, knowledge and insights into the future" and "Turns out @SteveForbesCEO is an excellent storyteller." Forbes receives similarly stellar reviews from event-planners such as: "Steve Forbes was absolutely fantastic!... We had a sell out for the event and that was due in large part to the popularity of Steve as our Annual Meeting speaker. I would highly recommend Steve to any group looking for a speaker that will be a draw and will give a most informative presentation" (Louisiana Association of Business and Industry)
Steve is Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media.
His new book, which he co-authored with Nathan Lewis and Elizabeth Ames, is entitled Inflation: What It Is, Why It’s Bad, and How To Fix It.
Steve broadcasts a popular webcast called What’s Ahead, where he gives insightful analyses of events as well as engaging the world’s leading newsmakers, politicians and pioneers in business and economics in captivating conversations.
He helped create the highly acclaimed and award-winning documentary In Money We Trust? which was produced under the auspices of Maryland Public Television. The film was inspired by the book he co-wrote, Money. He was executive producer of the new, highly acclaimed documentary Coolidge: Rediscovering an American President. He also recently launched a series on the educational website Izzit.org/Forbes that presents inspirational stories and lessons from history’s greatest innovators—many largely forgotten—whose achievements have shaped modern life.
Steve writes editorials for each issue of Forbes under the heading of “Fact and Comment.”
A widely respected economic prognosticator, he is the only writer to have won the highly prestigious "Crystal Owl Award" four times for the accuracy of his economic forecasts.
In 1996 and 2000, Steve campaigned vigorously for the Republican nomination for the presidency. Key to his platform were a flat tax, medical savings accounts, a stable dollar, a new Social System for working Americans, parental choice of schools for their children, term limits and a strong national defense. He continues to energetically promote this agenda.
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