Pioneering Social Network & Economic Sociology Scholar; Author of "The Strength of Weak Ties"; Joan Butler Ford Professor at Stanford
Mark Granovetter Biography
Mark Granovetter is a sociologist recognized for his influential contributions to the study of social networks and economic sociology. Granovetter published the paper "The Strength of Weak Ties" in the American Journal of Sociology, introducing a theory that reshaped the understanding of social networks and human connections. The paper theorized that weak ties—casual acquaintances, friends-of-friends, and other arm's-length relationships—play a critical role in disseminating new information and providing job opportunities, often more so than strong ties such as close friends, family, or immediate coworkers. In a survey of how 282 men in the United States obtained employment, Granovetter found that weak ties were more helpful than strong ones in securing jobs. The paper, initially rejected, later became a widely cited work in social science.
"The Strength of Weak Ties" is among the most cited articles in social science, with tens of thousands of citations. Data from the Web of Science indicate that Granovetter has authored both the first and third most cited sociology articles. Another landmark work, "Economic Action and Social Structure: The Problem of Embeddedness," launched the field of new economic sociology by introducing the concept of embeddedness—the idea that economic relations are rooted in actual social networks rather than existing in an abstract market. Together, these works established Granovetter as a foundational thinker at the intersection of sociology and economics.
Granovetter is also known for the book "Getting a Job: A Study of Contacts and Careers," and has published extensively on social networks, social theory, collective action, and economic sociology. The book "Society and Economy: Framework and Principles" offers a theoretical treatment of the role of social networks, norms, culture, trust, power, and social institutions in the economy. This framework has been applied to topics such as corruption, corporate governance, organizational form, and the emergence of new industries, including the American electricity and high-tech industries.
Granovetter joined Stanford University, where he has served as the Joan Butler Ford Professor in the School of Humanities and Sciences and chaired the Department of Sociology. He holds honorary doctorates from Stockholm University and Sciences Po in Paris, and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Academy of Political and Social Science, and the National Academy of Sciences. Granovetter has been named a Citation Laureate by Thomson Reuters and has received the BBVA Foundation Frontiers in Knowledge Award in the Social Sciences. His work spans labor markets, collective behavior, and the social foundations of economic life, offering insight into how the architecture of human relationships shapes society.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Mark Granovetter and other top speakers and celebrities.
Mark Granovetter Videos
-
How do I book Mark Granovetter to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mark Granovetter for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Mark Granovetter, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Mark Granovetter or any other speaker of your choice. -
What are the speaker fees for Mark Granovetter
Speaking fees for Mark Granovetter, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Mark Granovetter are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and under $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mark Granovetter, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Mark Granovetter speak about?
Mark Granovetter is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Author, Economy, Education, Professors, Social Sciences -
Where does Mark Granovetter travel from?
Mark Granovetter generally travels from Stanford, CA, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent. -
Who is Mark Granovetter’s agent?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Mark Granovetter for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mark Granovetter for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Mark Granovetter or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Mark Granovetter is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mark Granovetter for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Mark Granovetter generally travels from Stanford, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rina Bliss, Cassidy Puckett, James Paul Gee, Dr. Melvin Mahone and Victor Rios. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mark Granovetter for an upcoming live or virtual event.
This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.
All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.
If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.








