Economy Speakers

Dr. Finn Kydland is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2004) and a prominent macroeconomist recognized for his pivotal contributions to the theory of business cycles and economic policy formulation. As a respected authority, his theories heavily influence today's macroeconomics. His keynotes offer audiences worldwide significant, data-driven insights on monetary and fiscal policy, the dynamics of the global economy, and the political economics that govern national and international markets.

Richard Florida is a leading urbanist and the author of the international bestseller The Rise of the Creative Class. He is the founder of the Creative Class Group, a global advisory firm that guides cities and corporations on economic growth strategies. His work, which includes the book The New Urban Crisis, provides deep insights into the challenges of gentrification and social inequality within successful cities. As a highly sought-after speaker, he leverages his extensive knowledge to help organizations and audiences understand the dynamics of urban studies, economic platforms, and the future of work.

Niall Ferguson is a historian, public intellectual, and Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. He is the author of several influential books on finance, global history, and the rise and fall of empires. As a speaker, Ferguson connects historical patterns with contemporary events, providing a nuanced perspective on geopolitics and economics. His talks offer valuable insights for leaders in finance, government, and technology, helping them understand the long-term trends shaping global competition and the future of financial systems.

Daniel Susskind is an economist, Fellow in Economics at Oxford University, and a leading expert on AI and the future of work. He is the co-author of The Future of the Professions. His books, including the acclaimed A World Without Work, have been widely recognized, with his most recent work, Growth – A Reckoning, shortlisted for the Financial Times & Schroders Business Book of the Year 2024. His talks provide crucial analysis on automation, the future of the professions, and how to distribute wealth in a world with less work.

Dr. Ajit Ranade is the Chief Economist for the Aditya Birla Group and a leading voice on Indian economic and public policy. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Brown University. He is a frequent contributor to the business press and a co-founder of the Association for Democratic Reforms. His keynotes provide incisive, data-driven insights on Finance & Economy, Politics & Policy, and Management & Leadership strategies for navigating India's dynamic market.

Jason Schenker is a globally top-ranked economist, a leading futurist, and the author of 37 books and 16 #1 bestsellers, including Jobs for Robots. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Wargaming. Bloomberg News has ranked him the #1 forecaster in the world in 31 categories since 2011. His keynotes, delivered to organizations like the CIA, DOD, and NATO, provide deep insights into AI, Quantum Computing, Supply Chain resilience, and geopolitical risks like Cold War Two.

Bettina Warburg is a leading investor, researcher, and speaker on Web3 and blockchain, holding degrees from Georgetown and Oxford. Her distillations of these complex topics are widely used as foundational explanations. She is the co-author of Asset Chains and The Basics of Blockchain. As a speaker, she advises global organizations on onboarding Web3 tooling and works with Layer 1 teams, providing critical insights into the future of our technology stack and the transformative potential of decentralized systems.

Dr. Montek Singh Ahluwalia is a former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of India and a distinguished economist who architected key national economic reforms.

Dr. Mark Esposito is a globally recognized expert in AI, the circular economy, and the forces of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. He is a Faculty Affiliate at Harvard University and the Co-founder of the AI solutions firm Nexus FrontierTech. The author of over a dozen books, including the bestsellers The AI Republic and The Great Remobilization, he advises executives and governments globally. His keynotes bring clarity to complex issues, equipping audiences with actionable strategies for building resilient organizations and effectively embedding machine learning into core business processes.

P. Chidambaram is a veteran politician and economist, best known for serving as Union Minister of Finance four times, where he pioneered major tax and economic liberalization reforms. A Harvard Business School alumnus and lawyer, he served as Minister of Home Affairs, where he oversaw India's security response to the 26/11 attacks. His keynotes provide authoritative, critical insights into macroeconomic policy, fiscal deficit management, and India's integration with the global economy.

Sachin Pilot is the National General Secretary of the Congress party and the former Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan. At 26, he became the youngest Member of Parliament in the country. An alumnus of St. Stephens College and the Wharton Business School, he is an expert on political economy and CSR policy. His keynotes detail his success in implementing digital systems in the Postal Service and his belief that politics is a 24/7 commitment to being with the people.

Dr. Duvvuri Subbarao is the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), a retired IAS officer, and a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the National University of Singapore. He is the author of Who Moved My Interest Rate, a book detailing the policy dilemmas of an emerging economy's central bank during a globalized crisis. His talks provide deep insights into macroeconomic policy, global finance, and inclusive economic strategies for developing nations.

Dr. Rakesh Mohan is a distinguished Indian economist, former Deputy Governor of the RBI, and the former Executive Director for India at the IMF. He is a leading thinker on economic policy and financial sector reform. He holds degrees from Yale University and Princeton University (PhD), and is currently a Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP). His keynotes provide crucial insights into monetary and fiscal policy, financial stability, and the structural reforms necessary for sustainable growth in emerging economies.

T. V. Mohandas Pai is the former CFO of Infosys (17 years) and a leading veteran in finance, IT, and regulatory policy. He is a recipient of the Padma Shri (2015). He currently chairs Aarin Capital and multiple SEBI Committees. His influence spans the financial sector, where he served on the boards of the SEBI and NSE, and in philanthropy, where he is a founder-trustee of the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

Gurcharan Das is the former CEO of Procter & Gamble India and a bestselling author of a trilogy on Indian philosophy, including India Unbound and The Difficulty of Being Good. An alumnus of Harvard University and a columnist for The Times of India, his work explores the link between ancient wisdom and modern management. His keynotes provide senior executives with unique insights into organizational setups, leadership, and ethical decision-making to foster growth in a complex global environment.

Dr. Ian Goldin is an Oxford University Professor and a leading expert on globalization and megatrends. He is a former Vice President of the World Bank and served as Economic Advisor to Nelson Mandela. The author of 25 books, including Terra Incognita and The Butterfly Defect, his data-driven insights provide a strategic blueprint for building resilience and transforming turbulence into a force for progress. He advises industries on navigating global volatility and fostering the agility needed to thrive amidst rapidly changing landscapes.

Jim Rogers is a renowned investor and the Co-founder of the Quantum Fund, which achieved a 4200% return in ten years. He holds two Guinness World Records for distance travel and is a bestselling author. A highly popular keynote speaker on finance and investment, he is known for his unique global perspective on asset classes and emerging markets, detailed in his books like Hot Commodities and A Bull in China. He advises on how to find success and happiness with his heartfelt guide, A Gift to My Children.

G. N. Bajpai is a distinguished leader, former Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and former Chairman of the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC). He is a leading expert in corporate governance and financial markets, having chaired the Corporate Governance Task Force of IOSCO. His insights are sought after by institutions like Harvard University and the London School of Economics (LSE).