A deeper conversation about what matters most.
A trusted and widely published conservative voice, much of Danielle's work is translation: interpreting culture without being consumed by it, bridging generations and genders, and turning timeless truths into language that the modern world can understand.
Nothing embodies conservative values more than conserving what is good and valuable in our nation — our natural resources, our countryside, our traditions, and our way of life.
An invitation across the aisle.
Delivered on the TED stage, Danielle draws on her decade of work building the American Conservation Coalition to make the case that climate change can't be solved by one party — and extends an invitation to the left to engage with the conservatives already at the table.
Reclaiming Nixon's environmental legacy.
From the Nixon National Energy Conference, opening remarks on the proud history of conservative environmentalism — and why the next generation deserves an alternative to the narrative they've been given on energy and the environment.
Conservation is in our name.
An early CPAC panel from the founding years of the American Conservation Coalition. Conservation is an American tradition that belongs to conservatives: the thesis at the heart of Danielle's continuing work. Moderated by ACC founder Benji Backer.
Pragmatism over performance.
Discussion on building a distinct conservative climate politics. Danielle's vision: leveraging capitalism and innovation to achieve environmental goals and working alongside the private sector rather than revolutionizing the economy. Joined by former Rep. Carlos Curbelo, Steve Hayward, and moderator Sarah Longwell.
In good faith and good humor.
A conversation with the room, never at it. Honest about what's true, with a sharp eye for what isn't — and a well-timed quip never far off when something earns one. From the TED stage to the Nixon Library, from college campuses to industry convenings at home and abroad, Danielle returns to the same place every time: curiosity about the world, generosity toward the people in it, and convictions of her own, carefully held and openly named.
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Danielle Franz is a writer, speaker, and CEO of the American Conservation Coalition — the country's leading right-of-center voice on environmental stewardship. From the TED stage to the editorial page, she returns to the questions her generation is asking — about faith, about family, about country, about what we leave behind. A discerning voice for the next generation, she meets the moment with seriousness and offers her audiences something higher, truer, and more beautiful.
Danielle Franz is a writer, speaker, and CEO of the American Conservation Coalition. A TED speaker and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, she is one of the leading conservative voices of her generation. Her writing and speaking range across culture, family, and conservation — calling her audiences toward something higher, truer, and more beautiful.
Danielle Franz is a writer, speaker, and leader at the front of a generation reshaping the conservative conversation about culture, family, and the natural world.
A founding member of the American Conservation Coalition, she serves today as its CEO. Under her leadership, ACC has grown from a small founding team into the country's leading right-of-center voice on environmental stewardship — making the case for a deep tradition of conservative environmentalism, and showing that the next generation is ready to carry it forward. The organization's work has been covered by The New York Times, NPR, and The Wall Street Journal.
In her writing and speaking, Danielle returns to the questions her generation is asking — about faith, about family, about country, about what we leave behind. From the TED stage to her own editorial work, she meets the moment with seriousness and offers her audiences something higher, truer, and more beautiful.
She is a TED speaker, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and a MavPac Future 40 honoree. She holds fellowships with the Independent Women's Forum and the Foundation for Economic Education. She is a wife and mother.
Danielle Franz is a writer, leader, and one of the most discerning conservative voices of her generation.
In 2017, she joined the founding team of the American Conservation Coalition. Today she serves as its CEO. Under her leadership, ACC has grown from a small idea into a national movement — making the case for a deep tradition of conservative environmentalism, and a new generation ready to carry it forward.
A wife, mother, builder, and leader, Danielle returns to the larger questions her generation is asking — about faith, about family, about country, about what we leave behind. Her writing and speaking call us toward something higher, truer, and more beautiful.
A TED speaker, Forbes 30 Under 30, and MavPac Future 40 honoree, she is at the front of a new generation extending a tradition of conservative thought into the questions of our moment.
Please welcome to the stage — Danielle Franz.
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