David

As a leading economist and Executive Director of Vancouver’s Urban Futures Institute, David Baxter is a recognized authority on the impact of demographics on the North American and international consumer landscape. His ability to analyse demographic shifts and economic trends is unparalleled, and he presents his findings with energy and creativity. Most importantly, he cuts through the hype and explains what it all means for your particular organization and industry.

The Urban Futures Institute studies and analyses transformations affecting population, community, and land use in Canada. At the Institute, David's main focus is on population and economic change and the resulting implications for business and society. His writing and presentations address such timely issues as understanding changing consumer markets, the shifting nature of work, and the current state of health care. He is the author of many reports, articles and books addressing regional economics, consumer behaviour and market trends, health care, employment trends, and the operation of real estate markets.

David delights in challenging the status quo as he identifies how changing demographics have a real impact on business, the markets and the present and future economic climate. His energetic style makes for a lively and educational presentation.