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Conscious Attention Economy Principles

In coordination with the United Nations (UN), I lead a multi-stakeholder working group that has produced Universal Principles for a Conscious Attention Economy. The purpose is to address the extractive economic pattern of global over-consumption and exponential technologies, that are wreaking havoc on human attention. The Conscious Attention Economy Principles offer building blocks that will support healthy technology innovation for the next generation conscious, mixed-reality world by infusing our digital experience with respect for the human and natural world.

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Hola! I am Dr. Patricia Klauer

Since I was young I have been interested in the ‘subtext’ – what is not said. How does the ‘invisible world’ influence us moment to moment? I wrote back then, “If the Milky Way were not within me, how could I have seen it or known it?”

As a chiropractor I explored the complex interdependent systems of the human body. Any doctor will attest there is a mystery about us that, despite all of our science and knowledge, our examination and research, there is something in the ‘wholeness itself’ that defies quantification.

My spiritual teacher suggested that I explore technology. I had a deep aversion to it, having never learned to type or use a computer. An innately holistic thinker, I thought of it as the ultimate reductionist system and had no interest. Yet it was an invitation to explore the unknown, so I accepted.

I discovered the intricacy of our human bodies extends to our creations. The endless dynamic complexity of interdependent technology systems and influences – just like the human body – were at play in very similar ways. I discovered the technological world we create is as mysterious a part of nature as our own bodies and must be seen holistically as well.

Physicists have told us that matter is mostly composed of space. When we fail to include the invisible, the space between the atoms, between our words, between the notes played on a musical instrument, between the branches of a tree…we fail to apprehend the totality of ourselves, our world and any moment to moment situation.

Global Systems Change Leader

Dr. Klauer leads a global movement promoting a ‘Conscious Attention Economy’ defined by mutual respect and benefit for all stakeholders. Collaborating with the United Nations to develop a policy brief : ‘New Economics for Sustainable Development: Attention Economy’ and the Universal Principles for a Conscious Attention Economy supporting an attention economy that is generative rather than extractive.

Regenerative Economies and Entrepreneurship

Dr. Klauer is a passionate advocate for innovation in building regenerative economies. Currently, she sits on the Board of Directors of Impact Hub Global, a worldwide network of social entrepreneurs spanning 110 cities. Driven by a transformative vision, she co-founded Social Fusion, a leading-edge incubator dedicated to nurturing social impact businesses. Additionally, she plays and advisory role with the SDG Impact Fund focused on catalytic capital in support of achieving the SDGs. She also plays a key role in co-stewarding Future Capital, an international organization focused on redefining the relationship between consciousness, capital, and the economy.

Consciousness Leader & Educator

Dr. Klauer offers an Attention Literacy Program to fine tune the capacity for concentration, focus and self- awareness. Her 'Walk-in-the-World' program integrates expanded self-awareness into the daily lives of top executives, global change leaders, and entrepreneurs, bridging the personal and professional for a unified whole. Whether trekking in power places of South America or traversing hallways of corporate America, she interweaves the culture and daily challenges of living and working in the world, because she personally continues to balance these worlds as her daily practice.

Information Architect & Technology Pioneer

Dr. Klauer is a seasoned information architect, who began her technology career as a systems programmer at MIT. Dr. Klauer is one of the world’s top experts in Data Warehouse Architecture, bridging the gap between emerging technologies and enterprises. She co-founded and successfully grew a global data warehouse consulting company; led major health, government, and financial systems initiatives; and as principal consultant led the future data strategy for one of the world’s largest regional development banks.

I currently call home a quiet village on Lake Chapala, Mexico where I co-founded Foodbank Lakeside to address the region’s food poverty through partnering with local grocers and community volunteerism. I enjoy a simple yet fulfilling lifestyle within a warm-hearted community, maintaining a harmonious balance with an active professional life that often involves international travel.