Principal

Joe Minicozzi is a highly sought-after speaker worldwide. Mr. Minicozzi is the founder and principal of Urban3 and pioneer of an approach to planning and city design called Geoaccounting. His presentations demonstrate how cities can use local data and simple math to understand the impact of development on their community economic health. His case studies illuminate how cities and regions can better forecast fiscally sustainable development patterns.

Recognized as one of the “Most Influential Urbanists” by Planetizen in 2017, his extensive speaking tours are interdisciplinary, and address all levels of community and economic development. The lessons Joe shares come from places large and small, and examine developments from a single parcel to as large as region-wide analysis. Joe’s approach levels the playing field for audiences of all levels of expertise. Citizens, leaders, and community volunteers alike will enjoy his funny and engaging storytelling style as they learn how tax systems across the country are driving communities broke by design. 

Since founding Urban3, Joe has led the analysis of over 150 communities in 35 states; as well as communities in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. His presentations include a deep dive into city economics, downtown development, and urban design. Every presentation is customized to the local context and audience. 

He is a sought-after lecturer on urban economics and delivers 50 lectures a year, including lectures at the IAAO (International Association of Assessing Officers), the GFOA (Government Finance Officers Association), CNU (Congress for the New Urbanism), APA (American Planning Association); as well as Keynote addresses at AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) and the New Zealand Planning Institute.