Joel Kotkin

Joel Kotkin is an internationally recognized authority on global economic, political, and social trends, described by "The New York Times" as "America’s uber-geographer." He is the author of several influential books, including "The New Class Conflict", "The Next Hundred Million: America in 2050", "The City: A Global History", and "The New Geography: How the Digital Revolution Is Reshaping the American Landscape". His works explore urbanization, demographic shifts, and the intersection of technology with societal development.

Kotkin serves as the Roger Hobbs Distinguished Fellow in Urban Studies at Chapman University and is the Executive Editor of NewGeography.com. His expertise extends to regular contributions for publications such as "The Daily Beast", "Forbes.com", and the "Orange County Register", where he writes a weekly column and serves on the editorial board. His analyses have appeared in prominent outlets including "The Wall Street Journal", "The Washington Post", and "City Journal", cementing his reputation as a leading commentator on contemporary urban and economic issues.