Lowell Catlett

Dr. Lowell Catlett is a Regent’s Professor/Dean and Chief Administrative Officer at New Mexico State University's College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences. An exciting futurist, his knowledge of technologies and their implications on the way we will live and work is addressed in his varied and upbeat presentations. Dr. Catlett works on behalf of corporate and association audiences internationally, presenting his take on trends in healthcare, agriculture, the environment, education and more. His latest talk addresses the current state of the economy- and what's in store for businesses down the road.

Dr. Lowell Catlett

Dr. Lowell Catlett received his doctorate in Economics from Iowa State University, and has twice received the Don C. Roush Award for Excellence in Teaching. He is also a recipient of the prestigious Burlington Foundation Faculty Achievement Award for Outstanding University Teaching. In 1994 he was one of two Western Regional recipients of the National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges "Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences Award."

He recently received the College of Agriculture and Home Economics Advisor of the Year as well as Teacher of the Year at New Mexico State University. He was one of six senior faculty members to be named New Mexico State's first Regents Professors.

Dr. Lowell Catlett is a consultant to the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, the Interior, Defense and Labor. He has also been a consultant to many Fortune 500 companies.

Dr. Catlett's programs are highly customized to each audience. We are happy to provide direct references from past engagements, and we have a variety of preview videos available on request.

Dr. Lowell Catlett is exclusively represented by Convention Connection.

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Dr. Catlett's Most Requested Programs:

Smart is Beautiful: 21st Century Agriculture’s Revolution

Plants for food and plants for carbon sequestration, animals for food and animals for health, land for farms and land for wildlife and food for fuel and food for health–a revolution is going on in agriculture unlike any in history. Not only will agriculture have to produce more food in the next 40 years than it has in 6000 years of recorded history, it will be part of healthcare, ecology and energy. Let’s take a look at the trends in technology, demographics, economics and management and how to set the stage to be successful because this revolution isn’t about being bigger, but about being smarter.

GET REAL! Understanding Today's Economy and Tomorrow's New Future

Economic downturns are common (14 recessions during the last 80 years) and provide a means for society to re-balance what they deem important. Every recession leads to a spurt in new business starts, reformulation of business practices and new technological adaptations. This current pause is no exception as we focus on what we value most. Get ready for phenomenal growth in healthcare, energy and lifestyle markets. For those willing to embrace the opportunities, the next decade will be successful beyond any in history.

THE GREENING OF AMERICA

From "green" roofs to "green" cars, America is undergoing a transformation unlike any in history. Some call the movement "green" others "sustainable" but it clearly is impacting every industry from energy to food. What are the drivers of this change? How can businesses and organizations prepare for and profit from this revolution?

Supercare: How Healthcare Dominates the 21st Century

Lives saved, lives lived and communities invigorated–all part of 21st century healthcare. Innovations in biology and performance metrics not only save lives that were once lost but helps others live lives free of depression, disease and physical pain. Longer and fuller lives transform every aspect of society–parents (not grandparents) at 60? College at 75? Retirement at 85? Healthcare as a major economic development force–17% of GDP in 2009 and the major employer of most communities under 50,000 in population! Far from the gloom and doom portrayed by many in recent months, 21st century healthcare is rapidly becoming the most important industry of the past 100 years.

THE ECONOMIC BEHEMOTH (NEWLY ADDED 2008 PROGRAM)

Despite dire warnings for the last 18 months about recession and economic collapse, the U.S. economy has chugged along, albeit slowly. How can an economy keep growing with $4 gasoline, a housing melt down and a costly war on two fronts? While the U.S. economy has tremendous staying power, it is not devoid of potential pit falls. Let’s take a look at what got us here and forecast those sectors that will grow and those that will become obsolete in an economy that is labeled by many as “too big to fail”, but one that is certainly not “too big to radically change.”

New Frontiers that Change Everything

Economics, demographics and technology are all converging such that the next 10 years will be unlike any in human history. Five Trends are changing society and providing more opportunities than ever before. Life will never be same. For those willing to rise to the challenge of the Five Trends, the rewards will be boundless.

Tomorrow's Agriculture: Six Trends You Can't Afford to Miss

Agriculture will change more in the next decade than in the last century. Six major trends are creating more opportunities than ever before as consumers and producers are aligned in ways that generate agricultural markets in medicine, ecology, bio security, entertainment and lifestyles. These six trends change all of the rules and will make agriculture the nation's largest industry.

Everywhere Education

Education is changing so rapidly that in a decade, no one will recognize the new paradigm. On demand education integrates WiMax wireless technology with the Internet and Intranet such that the school house is gone, but not the school. Students learn faster from teachers that don't teach in classrooms that aren't rooms. And it's a world where education is the nation's fastest growing business.

Why Fears Fail and Actions Triumph

Ever wonder why some people or groups seem to succeed despite overwhelming odds while others fail with the best of opportunities? Fear paralyzes and stymies productivity while action invigorates. Come learn the latest research in controlling fear and creating the process for productive actions.

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"Dr Catlett was a terrific speaker - very engaging, kept the audience wanting more - his topic was very relevant but he has a unique and high energy way of getting his message across to his audience - this kept our large group very engaged. Feedback from everyone was extremely positive."
Business Partners and Operations
3M Health Information Systems

"Over the last fifteen years, Dr. Lowell Catlett has made four encore appearances at the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association’s annual seminar and expo. Each time, he has received rave reviews and top rankings from attendees. His ability to deliver timely and sometimes complex information in an easy-to-understand, engaging and humorous presentation is why we keep bringing him back. It’s easy to get new speakers. It’s very difficult to get new speakers that can appeal to multiple business categories, multiple age ranges, and multiple interests. Dr. Catlett does it all seamlessly. He connects the pieces and draws mental images for our attendees, no matter what the subject. He was our highest-rated speaker again this year and you know that we’ll invite him back!”
Executive Director
International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association

"Just a quick note to thank you for working with us to have Lowell at our event on Monday. I know you are not surprised that we were very pleased! Lots of positive comments.....one hospital CEO told our COO that Lowell was the best speaker he has ever heard at any conference. Not only is he a terrific, entertaining, and relevant speaker--he was so easy to work with.... such a kind and down-to-earth person. It will be hard to find someone to match this next year."
Director, Member Relations and Education
Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania

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