David Baxter

David Baxter demystifies the concepts of demographics and economics while breaking down the barriers to understanding.

As the Executive Director of the Urban Futures Institute, David Baxter is a recognized national authority on the real impact of demographics on the Canadian and international consumer landscape. Initially established as a research institute whose function was to carry out research and provide information on the future of urban communities in Canada, the Institute itself has grown dramatically over the past two years, in both it’s research and development. David’s extensive understanding of the national psyche and his enlightening and entertaining style offers audiences an insightful odyssey into the future of a rapidly changing and increasingly competitive consumer marketplace. His analysis of the massive and far-reaching implications of demographics shifts in population are presented in a dynamic, creative and customized fashion. David delights in challenging the status-quo and encourages Canadians from all walks of life to identify how changing demographics "really" impacts on business, the markets and the present and future economic climate.

Highlights:
¨ Extensively customized, David discusses with his clients their specific needs and objectives and ensures that his research and resulting presentation are focused on individual requirements.
¨ David delights in educating and entertaining his audiences at the same time; his wonderful and often zany sense of humor guarantees his audiences are relaxed, while the educational component ensures a high degree of education and information.

Partial Client Comments:
"A presentation on forecasts of population growth and the shifts in demands for service and commodities as people age - what kind of a workshop is that? That was the statement made many times by the delegates prior to your presentation and - what an entertaining presentation it was! Many of your comments came to mind when I returned home on Friday to my 2,500 sq. ft. single family detached home that only two people reside in, looked out on the patio at the barbeque and said to my husband, "Do you think we will use it this year?"

Shirley Hine, CMC, Secretary Treasurer, MOA Association of BC

"Of particular notability is David Baxter, Executive Director of the Urban Futures Institute. Although his session time was brief, his presentation was insightful and witty. His delivery was excellent and established an immediate rapport with his audience. The data presented was very specific and relevant… please feel free to use me as a reference for future clients."

Paul Cramp, Event Manager, BC Automobile Dealers Association

"Our staff and clients found David humorous, informative and interesting. The information that David dispensed during the course of his presentation was invaluable. Following his presentation, we found David’s willingness to remain in the seminar room and talk with people who had questions about his presentation a testament to his professionalism and passion for his topic."

Ryan Shannon, Marketing Administrator, International Properties Group

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