SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
The decisions that shape places deserve better conversations
C Studios brings together international research, real-world case studies and deep expertise in helping places compete for attention globally. Whether delivering a keynote, workshop or conference session, the goal is always the same: leave audiences thinking differently about the challenges they face.
Keynotes
Big-picture sessions that challenge how audiences think about place marketing, investment attraction and talent. Best suited to stakeholder gatherings, regional forums and leadership events where strategic direction matters.
Workshops
Interactive sessions that turn research into practical action. Designed for collaboration, knowledge exchange and problem-solving, helping teams connect best practices and frameworks with real-world place marketing decisions.
Insight talks
Focused conference sessions that unpack emerging trends, research and case studies shaping international place marketing. Ideal for audiences looking for fresh thinking and practical takeaways.
Digital platforms
Bring place marketing expertise to your audience wherever they are. Available as a guest speaker for webinars, podcasts, virtual panels and online events with engaging, discussion-led presentations.
Speaker background
About Stephen Duncan
For more than 20 years, Stephen has helped cities, regions, countries and economic development organizations compete for investment, talent and trade on the global stage. His work spans hundreds of place marketing initiatives across Europe, North America and beyond, advising organizations including Invest Alberta, Austrian Business Agency, CINDE Costa Rica, Invest Puerto Rico, Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency and Luxembourg Let's Make It Happen.
A regular speaker and workshop facilitator for governments, economic development organizations and place marketing networks, Stephen has also presented at events including City Nation Place, MIPIM, IEDC conferences and the FDI Leaders Network. He is also the author of several widely read studies on investment promotion, talent attraction and digital place marketing. His sessions combine international research with practical experience, giving audiences ideas they can apply the moment they return to the office.