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Founder of TODERIAN UrbanWORKS | Former Chief Planner of Vancouver | Speaker on City Planning and Urban Innovation

Brent Toderian Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Founder of TODERIAN UrbanWORKS | Former Chief Planner of Vancouver | Speaker on City Planning and Urban Innovation

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Brent Toderian
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
YVR - Vancouver, Canada

Primary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

Secondary Topic Category:
Creativity and Innovation

 

Brent Toderian Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Brent Toderian is an internationally respected urbanist and the Founder of TODERIAN UrbanWORKS, a leading city planning consultancy. He served as Vancouver’s Chief Planner, where he led transformative projects in one of the world’s most livable cities. Toderian advises cities across the globe on smart growth, urban design, and transportation. His work is widely published, and he is a sought-after voice in conversations about the future of cities.

Brent Toderian is a globally recognized urbanist and city planner with over three decades of experience shaping cities through innovative design, policy, and strategic planning. He is the founder and principal of TODERIAN UrbanWORKS (TUW), a Vancouver-based consultancy that advises cities worldwide on urbanism, transportation, and sustainable development. Since its inception in 2012, TUW has collaborated with municipalities across Canada and internationally, including cities like Auckland, Medellín, Oslo, and Sydney, to implement progressive urban strategies. Toderian's tenure as Vancouver's Chief Planner from 2006 to 2012 was marked by significant initiatives such as the EcoDensity and Greenest City programs, the Laneway Housing initiative, and the planning of the 2010 Winter Olympics. He emphasized creating a "complete city" by integrating land use, transportation, and public space design, fostering a more livable and sustainable urban environment. Prior to his role in Vancouver, he served as Manager of Centre City Planning + Design in Calgary, where he led the development of the award-winning Centre City Plan and advanced innovative approaches to downtown revitalization. Beginning his career in Ontario, Toderian worked as a city planning consultant on downtown and main street projects across various communities, earning recognition as Canada's first Certified Main Street Manager by the National Main Street Center in Washington, D.C. His early work laid the foundation for his commitment to vibrant, people-centered urban spaces. Throughout his career, Toderian has been a vocal advocate for integrating culture and creativity into city planning, recognizing their role in fostering dynamic and inclusive communities. Beyond his consulting work, Toderian is a sought-after speaker, writer, and media commentator on urban issues. He has contributed to publications such as Fast Company, CityLab, and the Huffington Post, and has served as a regular columnist on CBC Radio discussing city-making topics. As the founding president of the Council for Canadian Urbanism, he continues to influence urban policy and practice. In recognition of his contributions, Planetizen named him one of the 100 most influential urbanists in history in both 2017 and 2023.
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