Eric Noel

Leading Global Future Trends Expert & Futurist Keynote Speaker

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Eric Noel Speaker Biography

Leading Global Future Trends Expert & Futurist Keynote Speaker

A geo-economist and long-term thinking advocate, eric noel helps leaders better anticipate and better prepare for tomorrow’s global markets and politico-economic, demographic, and technological changes. Eric Noel launched his first information company at the age of 18 and began his career in journalism, finance, and international business publishing, with assignments in China and Europe, including with The Economist Intelligence Unit. He joined Oxford Analytica in 1993 to open the Canadian market.

Futurist Keynote Speaker

Eric Noel’s is a visionary futurist expert that presents today’s latest insights on long term trends, geo-economics and global markets. His most popular presentations are on the world as we move towards 2030. With increased economic turmoil, market confusion and political uncertainties, Eric Noel’s presentations, facilitated private seminars and conferences bring clarity and foresight to decision-making in a global context. Through his ongoing research and consulting, he is exposed to many of the fundamental political, economic, technological and environmental changes that affect investors and business and government leaders around the world.

Global Business

His macro-change monitoring and studies enable him to have a unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to how societies, organizations and individuals can create their future or adapt to it and update audiences on tomorrow’s most critical issues. As a global business and policy thinker and strategist, Eric Noel tracks, studies and reframes a new, interdependent and chaotic global environment into contents that help major organizations anticipate and plan for tomorrow’s challenges.

Strategist

His thinking and presentations are supported by 25 years of global research for Fortune 500 companies, large institutional investors, government agencies and international organizations. Eric Noel has been involved in projects in more than 30 countries representing FDI or M&A flows above $30B. Eric Noel has contributed to several foresight exercises in both the private and public sector and serves as external advisor to global organizations.

Oxford Analytica

Oxford Analytica is a leading global analysis and advisory firm which draws on a worldwide network of 1,400 experts in 150 countries to explore events and trends at the nexus of politics and economics, state and business. In addition to serving several government and international agencies including the Government of Canada and the UN, Eric Noel has served 11 Fortune 100 companies, almost half of Canada’s 25 largest funds and companies, and advised on transactions totalling more than $30B in some 30 countries.

Education

Eric Noël is the initiator of Canada Towards 2030 Project, an independent foresight initiative and series of events that have attracted more than 4,700 participants coast-to-coast. He is also an executive fellow at The School of Public Policy, University of Calgary; and a judge and mentor at XPrize Foundation in Los Angeles. Author and speaker. A Rotary Foundation Scholar and ambassador of Goodwill, he graduated from Bishop’s University, Institut d’Études européennes, and Solvay Business School.

International Advisor

Eric founded his own international market research and business intelligence company at the age of 18 while attending universities in Canada and in Europe. Eric Noel was a consultant to multinationals, media companies and financial institutions when he joined Oxford Analytica in 1993 — where he worked for 25 years. Eric Noel currently serves as an International Advisor to the firm and to other companies and institutional investors; and as the Initiator of Canada Towards 2030. IESE Business School.

Honors

Eric Noël was also a Visiting Expert on Global Trends at IESE Business School, ranked the No. 1 Executive Education Program by the Financial Times for several consecutive years. Eric Noel was also an Executive Fellow at the School of Public Policy, University of Calgary. And a Judge and Mentor for XPrize’s Visioneers program.

Eric Noel Speaking Topics

Thriving in A Rapidly Urbanizing World

Eric Noël offers a unique perspective on the macro-changes that are shaping our lives and the future of our organizations and countries, with a particular focus on urbanization and population. With his deep understanding of the many factors impacting our world today and tomorrow, Eric offers strategic insights and foresight on the impact of rising populations and urbanization, demographics, the environment, natural resources availability and sustainability, and clean technology. Through his research and consulting work with major organizations, governments, and institutional investors, Eric has a unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to understanding the impact and future of these trends. He provides unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our world today and tomorrow, empowering audiences to embrace a strategic, forward-thinking approach to succeed in a rapidly urbanizing world. In his motivational speeches and facilitated private seminars and conferences, Eric provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact and future of urbanization and population trends, inspiring audiences to stay ahead of the curve and thrive in a rapidly urbanizing world. Eric’s ability to organize serious data and novel ideas to highlight both reversible and irreversible trends, emerging risks and opportunities, enables audiences to adapt and innovate in response to the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly urbanizing world.

Futureproofing Against the Complex Political and Societal Trends

Eric Noël offers a unique perspective on the complex political and societal trends that are shaping our future. With his deep understanding of the many factors impacting our world today and tomorrow, Eric offers strategic insights and foresight on militarization, potential conflicts, the balance of power, security and non-traditional threats including cyber risks, religion and democracy, governments and public policymaking, the politicization of everything, income inequality, and social media and social cohesion. Through his research and consulting work with major organizations, governments, and institutional investors, Eric has a unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to understanding the impact and future of these trends. He provides unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our world today and tomorrow, empowering audiences to embrace a strategic, forward-thinking approach to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape. In his motivational speeches and facilitated private seminars and conferences, Eric provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact and future of political and societal trends, inspiring audiences to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of politics, security, and society. Eric’s ability to organize serious data and novel ideas to highlight both reversible and irreversible trends, emerging risks and opportunities, enables audiences to future-proof their businesses against the complexities of a rapidly changing world.

Harnessing the AI Revolution: Strategies for Balance Between Risk and Innovation

Eric Noël, globally recognized geo-economist, futurist, and long-term strategic thinker, presents a comprehensive overview on the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping our future. From the increasingly digitized global economy to the rapidly evolving political landscapes, AI is not just a technological revolution, it is a major catalyst driving fundamental changes across societies and industries. In this presentation, Noël analyzes the dual nature of AI as both a transformative tool for progress and a potential source of risk. He unpacks the rewards AI brings to the table—improved efficiency, novel solutions, predictive capabilities, and potential for unlocking unprecedented growth. However, he also delves into the inherent risks, such as job displacement, security threats, ethical dilemmas, and the potential concentration of power. Armed with more than three decades of experience and extensive research on long-term global trends, Noël brings together the pieces of the AI puzzle. He helps leaders understand the strategic implications of AI, equipping them to better prepare, plan and position their organizations in an AI-integrated future. Noël takes his audience on a journey, painting a picture of an AI-augmented future, showcasing its potential, and providing actionable insights on how to navigate its challenges. He provides a roadmap on how to strategically implement AI, keeping it humane, sustainable, and geared towards long-term societal well-being. Whether you’re an investor, a business leader, or a policymaker, this thought-provoking presentation by Eric Noël will illuminate the path towards an AI-informed strategy, offering essential guidance for decision-making in a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence.

Navigating the Turbulent Seas of Markets, Economics, and Industry

As a leading expert in global trends, Eric Noël provides a unique and comprehensive view of the macro-changes that shape our economies and industries. With his deep understanding of the many factors that are shaping our world today and tomorrow, Eric offers strategic foresight and practical insights into the impact of the local and global economy, markets, and industry trends impacting businesses. He organizes serious data and novel ideas to highlight both reversible and irreversible trends, emerging risks and opportunities, and foresight on economic fundamentals, global competition, financial risks, FDI and trade flows, logistics, emerging markets, transnationals, the new middle class, deleveraging, capitalism 2.0, and globalization. Through his work with major organizations, governments, and institutional investors, Eric has a unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to understanding the impact and future of markets, economics, and industry. He brings unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our world today and tomorrow, inspiring audiences to embrace a strategic, forward-thinking approach to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape. In his motivational speeches and facilitated private seminars and conferences, Eric provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact and future of markets, economics, and industry, empowering audiences to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of business and finance.

Exploring the Frontiers of Science and Technology

Eric Noël offers a unique and comprehensive view of the impact and future of science and technology. With his deep understanding of the many factors that are shaping our world today and tomorrow, Eric provides a macro view of the emerging trends, opportunities, and risks in science and technology. He combines novel ideas with data-driven results to highlight both reversible and irreversible trends and provides strategic insights on the politics and economics of science, R&D spending, scientific education, technology trends, and risks. He examines the impact and speed of scientific and technological developments and offers practical strategies for adapting to the fast-changing landscape of science and technology. Through his work with major organizations, governments, and institutional investors, Eric has a unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to understanding the impact and future of science and technology. He brings unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our world today and tomorrow, inspiring audiences to embrace a strategic, forward-thinking approach to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape. In his motivational speeches and facilitated private seminars and conferences, Eric provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact and future of science and technology, empowering audiences to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of science and technology.

Navigating Global Turmoil: Geo-economics and Long-term Thinking for A Changing World

As a geo-economist and long-term thinking advocate, Eric Noël has spent over 25 years helping leaders anticipate and prepare for tomorrow’s global markets and political, economic, demographic, and technological changes. His unique top-down and multi-disciplinary approach to understanding global trends and critical issues enables him to provide unparalleled insights into the forces shaping our world. In his motivational speeches and facilitated private seminars and conferences, Eric brings clarity and foresight to decision-making in a global context, helping organizations adapt to a rapidly changing and interdependent world. With his snappy title, “Navigating Global Turmoil,” Eric captures the urgency and complexity of our times and inspires audiences to embrace a long-term perspective and strategic thinking to succeed in today’s unpredictable and rapidly changing global landscape.

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