Jason Schenker is a top-ranked economist, leading futurist, and a highly in-demand keynote speaker who delivers high-impact presentations on economic trends, geopolitical risks, and disruptive innovation. As the President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute, his unique expertise is grounded in an unparalleled forecasting track record, enabling clients to anticipate risks and strategically seize opportunities in a world transformed by technology.
Schenker's forecasting precision is exceptional, with Bloomberg News ranking him the #1 forecaster in the world in 31 categories since 2011, covering everything from crude oil and industrial metals to U.S. payrolls and currency rates. This rare, proven accuracy provides the foundation for his strategic advice. His professional background includes roles as a Risk Specialist at McKinsey and Chief Energy and Commodity Economist at Wachovia (Wells Fargo).
As a prolific thought leader, Schenker is the author of 37 books (including 16 #1 bestsellers like Jobs for Robots and Quantum: Computing Nouveau) and has created over 43 LinkedIn Learning courses taken by almost 1.5 million students. He is actively involved in public policy and national security, serving as Adjunct Faculty for the Joint Special Operations University (USSOCOM) and as an advisor to the U.S. State Department and the Foreign Service Institute.
As a highly sought-after speaker, Schenker has delivered over 1,250 keynotes globally, including events for the U.S. Federal Reserve, the London Metal Exchange, and the CIA. He leverages his expertise in AI, quantum computing, demographics, and energy to provide customized, high-impact talks. His presentations guide corporate boards and government entities on developing resilient operations and capitalizing on the future of finance and technology trends.
