As geopolitical and economic forces reshape the world in 2026 and AI transforms industries, organizations need clear, credible guidance on what lies ahead. With deep international experience, this select group of experts helps audiences navigate uncertainty, anticipate trends, and understand real-world implications for their industries. Bring clarity, confidence, and forward-looking insight to your next event—book a leading economist or futurist at Speakers.com today.
President and Founder, Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, Expert on Global Politics & Risk Management and Best-Selling Author
FEATURED TOPIC: Navigating the Geopolitical Recession
For the past 15 years, the post-Cold War global order has been unraveling, triggering political, market, and business challenges. Ian Bremmer explains that geopolitics is in a bust cycle: U.S. dysfunction, the rapid deterioration of U.S.-China relations, and outdated global institutions are creating a leadership vacuum. This geopolitical recession limits our ability to respond to crises—from pandemics and war to climate change and disruptive technologies.
Economic Futurist and First Chief Market Intelligence Officer for US Government
FEATURED TOPIC: 2026 Post-Peak Trump: Power Disruption not Decline
2026 is a crucial transition period for the US. It’s not the end of presidential power, but its fragmentation. How will this impact planning cycles, business investment or company risk oversight? In this keynote, Andrew Busch provides answers by introducing the concept of Post-Peak Trump. This is not commentary. This is decision support. Andrew Busch brings a rare perspective shaped by experience inside government, deep exposure to global capital markets, and continuous engagement with policymakers and corporate leaders.
Award-Winning Global Economist, Property Rights Champion & Bestselling Author of The Mystery of Capital
FEATURED TOPIC: The Importance of Property Rights in the Global Economy
Award–winning economist Hernando de Soto explains why secure property rights are the foundation of economic growth, social stability, and global prosperity. Drawing on decades of field research across Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, he demonstrates how clearly defined and legally recognized ownership transforms assets into usable capital—unlocking entrepreneurship, access to credit, and investment at scale.
Economics Expert Who Predicted Global Financial Crisis Professor Emeritis of Economics, NYU’s Stern School of Business, Consultant, and Fund Co-Founder
FEATURED TOPIC: Key Economic Challenges of Our Times
While the short-term outlook for advanced economies and emerging markets is mixed, there are longer term economic challenges that most countries face. Potential growth and productivity growth are low in spite of new industries of the future and innovation while structural reforms to boost growth are politically challenging. Private and public debts are a burden on growth, but appropriate productive fiscal policies such infrastructure spending, can boost both the supply and demand side of growth. Unconventional monetary policies are still the norm in most advanced economies, maybe necessary but with side effects. Globalization and technological innovation have benefited the world but also disrupted jobs, firms, sectors and entire economies as there are winners and losers within and across countries; thus, the populist backlash against it.
Best Selling Author & Leading Futurist on AI, Quantum Computing, and the Future of Global Business
FEATURED TOPIC: Adaptability as a Survival Skill in the AI Era
In a world where AI is rewriting the rules of business, survival depends on one trait above all: adaptability. Edgar takes audiences on a compelling journey from his bold personal choice to move his family from New York to Beijing, to the lessons learned from guiding global leaders through digital transformation. He shows how embracing uncertainty unlocks growth, how cultural intelligence sharpens leadership, and how AI can become a partner for innovation rather than a threat.
Economic and Financial Advisor, Investment Banker, and Interest Rate Forecaster
FEATURED TOPIC: How You and Your Business Can Benefit from the Upcoming Golden Age of Prosperity
In this forward-looking presentation, economist Robert Genetski explains why the global economy is on the verge of an extended period of strong growth and wealth creation. Drawing on classical economic principles, historical cycles, and his original research, Genetski outlines the policy shifts, technological advances, and market forces that are setting the stage for a new “Golden Age of Prosperity.”
Renowned Futurist, Author, and Consultant on Technology-Driven Business Transformation
FEATURED TOPIC: Building a Powerful AI Strategy Roadmap: Gaining a Two Year Lead with a Powerful New Tool
Now that most organizations are getting past the “gee whiz” stage of AI capabilities, they are moving on to needing to know how to build a powerful AI strategy roadmap. Scott delivers a framework for AI strategy that leaders can follow, then goes into more detail on best practices for each state of the AI strategy delivery.
Leading Economic Strategist and Global Market Expert
FEATURED TOPIC: Now What? Expectations for the Coming Year
Economist Chris Kuehl delivers a clear, data-driven outlook on the economy, explaining what recent volatility means for inflation, interest rates, employment, trade, and global markets. Drawing on his extensive experience, he provides practical insights that help organizations anticipate change, manage risk, and make smarter decisions.
Technology Futurist, Business Strategist and Disruptive Innovation Expert
FEATURED TOPIC: Turn Disruptive Change to Competitive Advantage: Building an Anticipatory Mindset for Unpredictable Times
In an era of rapid technological change and the generative AI revolution, simply reacting isn’t enough. Daniel Burrus shares the most disruptive trends shaping your industry and the transformative opportunities they create. He highlights actionable strategies, including AI tools that boost productivity and what to avoid, and demonstrates how to identify Hard Trends—future certainties—that can be leveraged to turn disruption into competitive advantage.
Globally Recognized Expert on Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Technology and Management
FEATURED TOPIC: The AI Augmented CEO: How Cutting Edge Leaders Deploy AI to Outpace Their Rivals
In an era where capability beats scale, the AI Augmented CEO keynote equips senior leaders with a clear blueprint for gaining advantage through intelligent technologies. Based on Cohan’s writings and corporate strategy experience, this talk shows how top CEOs are integrating AI into strategy, operations, customer experience, and competitive positioning.
These are just a few of the Cutting Edge Economists and Futurists available at Speakers.com.
