David Finch

New York Times Bestselling Author, Former Semiconductor Engineer, Autism Spectrum Advocate

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David Finch Biography

Married in 2003 and diagnosed five years later with Asperger syndrome, David Finch has committed himself to relentless self-improvement — sometimes to a comical extent. As the author of the New York Times best-selling memoir "The Journal of Best Practices," he has pursued a career as a full-time writer and speaker after transitioning from his former role as a semiconductor engineer.

David Finch has contributed writings to The New York Times, Huffington Post, Slate, and maintains a relationship blog for Psychology Today. He uses his personal experiences to deliver talks that cover topics such as the transformative power of love and understanding, living successfully with an autism spectrum condition, and thriving in neurologically-mixed marriages. His contributions to the public discourse on neurodiversity include keynote programs like “So, Are We Supposed to Hug Now?” which provides strategies for thriving in neurologically-mixed relationships, and presentations such as “Oh, You Needed Me to Pay Attention?” aimed at educators.

Additionally, Finch offers a lecture titled “Oh, You Needed Me to Pay Taxes?” addressing the transition needs of individuals on the autism spectrum as they move from school to higher education or careers. He also discusses managing neurodiversity in the workplace through his talk "Everyone is Sort of Autistic—Even Your Salespeople" and delivers a program titled "If You Can’t Say It In Two Minutes, You Got Nothin to Say" focusing on effective presentation skills. His lecture "You, Fulfilled" is aimed at inspiring individuals to lead a fulfilling life, drawing from his own experiences living with Asperger’s Syndrome. Through these engagements, Finch has shared the stage with notable figures such as Dr. Temple Grandin, John Elder Robison, Dr. Barry Prizant, Dr. Stephen Shore, and Alex Plank.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/20/2024.

David Finch Speaking Topics

  • You, Fulfilled

    A fulfilling life doesn't happen by accident. Unless you're a Kardashian. David Finch, New York Times best selling author of The Journal of Best Practices and non-Kardashian, relates his often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking quest to live his happiest life after being diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. Humorous and inspirational, "You, Fulfilled" is the perfect lecture for anyone who needs a healthy dose of motivation.

  • If You Can’t Say It In Two Minutes, You Got Nothin to Say: Best Practices for Effective Presentations

    Nobody is going to remember the ninth bullet point on slide number 87, even though you animated it and put it in bold. Quit wasting everyone's time. Presentations are about connecting with an audience-without a connection, ideas cannot be exchanged. Drawing upon his training at the Second City improv theater in Chicago, and more than ten years of experience giving memorable presentations as a technical marketing engineer, David will coach your organization on the art and science of performing when it counts.

  • Everyone is Sort of Autistic—Even Your Salespeople: Managing Neurodiversity in the Workplace

    Businesses thrive when they hire unique talents. The trick is knowing how to manage these gifted individuals, who sometimes operate a little differently from the rest of us. This practical discussion on both managing and leveraging neurodiversity in the workplace is as important as multicultural awareness and other de facto fixtures in today's corporate training repertoire.

  • Oh, You Needed Me to Pay Attention?: Classroom Perspective from a Deceptively Remarkable Student

    This presentation is specifically geared for educators, administrators, and parents who find themselves occasionally baffled by their students. K-12 and higher education benefit equally, and in many cases CEUs may be offered for attending.

  • So, Are We Supposed to Hug Now?: Best Practices for Neurologically-Mixed Marriages and Other Harrowing Relationships

    A seminar packed with relevant, actionable strategies for making relationships thrive. David's wife, Kristen, is available to co-present for this seminar, lending a crucial perspective on staying patient, setting boundaries, and working together to serve the needs of the partnership.

David Finch Videos

  • Challenges of an Adult Asperger's Diagnosis
    Join Dr. Carlos as he discusses Adult Asperger's syndrome with David Finch.
  • An Asperger's Diagnosis Transforms One Couple's Marriage
    David and Kristen Finch discuss the effect that David's Asperger Syndrome diagnosis had on their family and their marriage.

David Finch Books

  • The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband
    The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband

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David Finch is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as You, Fulfilled, If You Can’t Say It In Two Minutes, You Got Nothin to Say: Best Practices for Effective Presentations, Everyone is Sort of Autistic—Even Your Salespeople: Managing Neurodiversity in the Workplace, Oh, You Needed Me to Pay Attention?: Classroom Perspective from a Deceptively Remarkable Student and So, Are We Supposed to Hug Now?: Best Practices for Neurologically-Mixed Marriages and Other Harrowing Relationships. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Finch for your event is available upon request. David Finch generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dan Marino, Jonathan Mooney, Bill Gates, Mickey English and Tom O'Neil. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Finch for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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