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Joel Cohen is an Emmy-winning writer and producer, best known as one of the creative forces behind *The Simpsons*, the longest-running primetime scripted TV series in American history. Since its debut in 1989, *The Simpsons* has aired over 600 episodes, earned 31 Primetime Emmy Awards, 30 Annie Awards, a Peabody Award, and was named by *Time* as “The greatest TV show of the 20th century.”
Beyond his contributions to the show, Joel is the author of *How to Lose a Marathon: A Starter’s Guide to Finishing in 26.2 Chapters*, a humorous account of his journey from couch potato to marathon finisher. With a unique background bridging the corporate and creative worlds, Joel is a sought-after speaker on innovation, creativity, and team dynamics.
Joel Cohen holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Alberta and an MBA from York University. He began his career in the corporate world before making an unexpected pivot to comedy writing. For over 25 years, he has been part of the writing and producing team for *The Simpsons*, contributing to its iconic humor and innovative storytelling.
Joel has also written for films, online projects, and special events, while keynoting over 100 conferences worldwide for clients like Google, Accenture, Eli Lilly, and Chick-fil-A, as well as academic institutions and professional associations. His rare blend of corporate insight and creative expertise makes his perspective invaluable for audiences seeking lessons on innovation and collaboration.
Joel Cohen’s talks are as entertaining as they are insightful. With his signature humor, Joel shares behind-the-scenes stories from *The Simpsons* while extracting lessons about creativity, innovation, and team dynamics. His engaging and thoughtful style captivates a diverse range of audiences, from corporate teams to students and fans of the show. Joel not only entertains but also provides actionable strategies for fostering innovation and staying relevant in any field.
Drawing from his two decades with *The Simpsons*, Joel shares insights on sustaining creativity and innovation in long-term projects, offering practical strategies for keeping ideas fresh.
With an MBA and a decade of corporate experience, Joel connects business principles to lessons learned from writing for one of the most iconic shows in television history.
An inspiring and hilarious talk for students and young professionals, Joel recounts his transition from the corporate world to *The Simpsons* and the lessons learned along the way.
An exploration of the creative processes and cultural dynamics that have kept *The Simpsons* a television mainstay for over three decades.
How the principles behind *The Simpsons’* sustained success can be applied to fostering innovation and collaboration in the corporate world.
If you’re looking for a fun and insightful talk on creativity, innovation, and teamwork, you can book Joel Cohen through Thinking Heads. As a writer and producer for *The Simpsons*, Joel brings a unique perspective to inspire audiences of all kinds. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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