Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
We’re used to pushing money into innovation. What if we tried pulling it instead?
Derek Thompson is the host of Plain English and a staff writer at The Atlantic, known for his sharp insights on economics, culture, and innovation. In his latest book Abundance, a #1 New York Times bestseller co-written with Ezra Klein, he explores why we feel perpetually short on housing, energy, workers, and progress—and offers a bold, hopeful vision for a future of plenty. Hailed by The Financial Times as “a forceful, quick-moving broadside” and praised in a starred Kirkus review for its timely, practical ideas, Abundance is a call to rethink what’s possible. In his talks, Derek brings these ideas to life, showing audiences how to shift their mindset, embrace risk, and build toward transformative growth.
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We’re used to pushing money into innovation. What if we tried pulling it instead?
Derek Thompson is the host of Plain English and a staff writer at The Atlantic, known for his sharp insights on economics, culture, and innovation. In his latest book Abundance, a #1 New York Times bestseller co-written with Ezra Klein, he explores why we feel perpetually short on housing, energy, workers, and progress—and offers a bold, hopeful vision for a future of plenty. Hailed by The Financial Times as “a forceful, quick-moving broadside” and praised in a starred Kirkus review for its timely, practical ideas, Abundance is a call to rethink what’s possible. In his talks, Derek brings these ideas to life, showing audiences how to shift their mindset, embrace risk, and build toward transformative growth.
Learn more about Derek Thompson here: thelavinagency.com/speakers/derek-thompson
Want to stay inspired? Follow The Lavin Agency for more!
#techpolicy #innovationstrategy #publicfunding #pullfunding #venturecapital #governmentgrants #startupfunding #futureofinnovation #policyinnovation #outcomebasedfunding #publicprivatepartnership
