Robert Laura is a pioneer in the psychology and social science of retirement and legacy planning. He is a five-time best-selling author, nationally syndicated columnist and recognized presenter at retirement conferences across the country. He is the founder of the Retirement Coaches Association, Certified Professional Retirement Coach Designation and Retirement Intelligence or RQ Assessment. His work has reached millions of retirement readers through seven books, twelve guides, and over 800 articles. In addition to his own writings, he frequently appears in major business media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, CNBC, MarketWatch, the New York Times, and more.
As a former social worker turned retirement expert and author, he has found that retirement is among the most fascinating, yet least understood, phases of life. As a result, he has developed a powerful message to tackle the mental, social, physical, spiritual, and financial aspects of retirement. All of his work reflects his ground-breaking efforts to challenge the status quo of traditional retirement planning and help people create a No-Regrets Retirement and Legacy Plan!
He has a garnered a unique look at wealth and retirement by not only working closely with his own clients for the last twenty years, but also by interviewing numerous celebrities, entertainers, and athletes including Pastor Rick Warren, Deion Sanders, John Sally, Gymnast Shannon Miller, Golfer Annika Sorenstam, Singer Amy Grant, HGTV’s the Property Brothers, Pawn Star Rick Harrison, Cheech & Chong, Impersonator Rich Little and more.
Robert has been speaking and teaching financial and non-financial retirement and legacy based programs for over 20 years. His conversational and humorous style allows his audiences to get educated in an entertaining and inspiring way, creating memorable experiences that touches both the mind and heart. With thought-provoking insights, vivid stories, and a frequent dose of humor, he reaches audiences in a way they do not forget.
