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The Economic, Financial, and Technology Outlook: Seizing Opportunity in a Time of Uncertainty

This speech is customized for the client industry to include a discussion of key economic, financial, and technology trends will impact the client industry. There are important risks and opportunities facing businesses. This talk includes critical strategic recommendations and actionable client takeaways and recommendations.

In this discussion, Jason Schenker will evaluate the war for talent and signals from the labor market. He will also discuss the outlook for inflation and interest rates. Mr. Schenker will also delve into the subject of Cold War Two®, the end of globalization, and associated supply chain risks.

Looking into the future of technology and work, Mr. Schenker will discuss several critical long-term trends in demographics and technology, including how ChatGPT and other AI technologies will be valuable and increasingly common.

Mr. Schenker will also discuss key sustainability risks, threats, and opportunities. He will share actionable winning strategies for the current uncertain environment now and for the decade ahead.


AI Opportunities and Risks: The Future of Work, Business, and Global Competition

Join Jason Schenker, futurist, bestselling author, and top-ranked economist, for a compelling keynote on the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence across industries, markets, and global competition. Since 2017, Schenker has been delivering keynotes on AI, automation, and the future of work, offering expert insights into the rapid evolution of technology and its profound impact on business and society.

As AI adoption accelerates, businesses face unprecedented potential for efficiency, automation, and innovation—but also significant challenges related to job displacement, regulatory uncertainty, and geopolitical risks. This session will explore how AI is transforming productivity, decision-making, and business models, while also raising critical concerns around data security, ethics, and workforce disruption.

Mr. Schenker will also examine the economic and geopolitical implications of AI, including the role of Cold War Two®, intellectual property battles, and the race for technological dominance. With AI poised to reshape industries and redefine competitive advantages, this must-attend session will provide actionable insights to help business leaders leverage AI’s potential while mitigating its biggest risks in the years ahead.

This keynote will be customized to provide high-value, actionable takeaways tailored to the client’s industry, priorities, and strategic concerns. By focusing on the most relevant AI-driven risks and opportunities, this session will equip attendees with practical insights and competitive advantages to help them navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape.


Outlook for the Global Economy Amidst Bending and Breaking Supply Chains

Global supply chains are under immense strain, reshaping economic and market dynamics worldwide. In this insightful session, Jason Schenker, a top-ranked economist and futurist, examines the challenges and opportunities emerging from supply chain disruptions, trade tensions, and shifting geopolitical risks.

As inflation, labor shortages, logistical bottlenecks, and trade risks are impacting businesses, Mr. Schenker will explore how these pressures are affecting global growth, financial markets, and key industries. He will also discuss the broader implications of Cold War Two®, evolving trade policies, and technological shifts that are redefining global commerce.

What does the future hold for supply chains, economic stability, and business strategy? Join this session for data-driven insights and actionable takeaways to navigate the uncertainty ahead.

This speech is customized for the client to include a discussion of how economic, financial market, supply chain, and geopolitical uncertainties impact the client's business and industry. This talk can also be paired with a fireside chat to explore and address client priorities and interests.


Tailwinds in a Tempest: Navigating Uncertainty and Seizing Opportunity in 2025 and Beyond

Join the globally recognized economist and futurist Jason Schenker for a keynote and fireside chat exploring the economic, financial, and geopolitical forces shaping the future of business. He will provide insights on growth, labor markets, inflation, interest rates, and industry trends, along with the risks and opportunities presented by Cold War Two®, AI, supply chain disruptions, and evolving trade policies.

Amid uncertainty, Mr. Schenker will offer strategic, actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate challenges, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and position their organizations for success in a rapidly shifting global landscape.

This speech is customized for the client to include a discussion of how economic, financial market, and geopolitical uncertainties impact the client's business and industry. This talk can also be paired with a fireside chat to explore and address client priorities and interests.


The Future of Finance is Now: Navigating Innovation, Risk, and Opportunity

The financial industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, presenting significant opportunity and risk. In this dynamic keynote, Jason Schenker, a top-ranked financial forecaster, futurist, and economist, explores the forces shaping the future of banking, markets, financial services, and insurance.

This session will examine how AI, automation, and blockchain are redefining financial transactions, risk management, investment strategies, and insurance underwriting. Mr. Schenker will also analyze the impact of interest rates, inflation, and financial market volatility on lending, capital allocation, and corporate decision-making.

With Cold War Two®, deglobalization, and regulatory shifts reshaping the financial and insurance landscapes, business leaders, investors, and policymakers must adapt to emerging risks and opportunities. In the insurance sector, evolving climate risks, cyber threats, and demographic shifts are forcing companies to rethink pricing models, risk assessment, and coverage strategies.

This keynote will provide data-driven insights and strategic foresight to help financial professionals stay ahead in an era of unprecedented change.

This session is customized for the client, with actionable takeaways tailored for financial professionals, corporate leaders, insurers, and institutional investors. A fireside chat option is available for deeper discussions.



Headlines and Trendlines for the Economy, Markets, and Technology Shaping the Decade Ahead

Join Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute, for an in-depth look at the economic, financial, and geopolitical forces shaping the future.

Mr. Schenker will break down key trends in inflation, interest rates, markets, and global trade, along with the risks of Cold War Two® on financial stability and supply chains. He will also explore long-term shifts in AI, technology, demographics, and sustainability, revealing critical risks and opportunities.

This session will provide actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate uncertainty and position their companies for success in the decade ahead.


The Future of Business: Key Economic, Geopolitical, and Technological Risks for Corporate Boards

As corporate boards navigate an increasingly complex and uncertain global landscape, understanding key economic, geopolitical, and technological risks is essential for effective governance, strategic planning, and long-term value creation. In this exclusive keynote, Jason Schenker, a top-ranked economist, futurist, and board advisor, provides a high-level, boardroom-focused briefing on the critical forces shaping the future of business.

This session will cover economic volatility, interest rates, labor markets, and inflation, with a focus on how macroeconomic trends impact corporate strategy, capital allocation, and shareholder value. Mr. Schenker will also address geopolitical disruptions, including Cold War Two®, deglobalization, and supply chain realignments, which present both risks and opportunities for board oversight and risk management.

Additionally, this keynote will explore the implications of AI, automation, and cybersecurity, assessing how technological advancements will reshape competitive advantages, regulatory landscapes, and corporate governance priorities.

Mr. Schenker will provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to help corporate boards navigate risk, optimize decision-making, and position their companies for resilience and success in an era of transformation.

This customized session can include a board-level discussion to address specific industry concerns and strategic priorities.


Disruptions Ahead: Economic, Geopolitical, and Technological Outlook

In this insightful presentation, Jason Schenker, one of the world’s top economic and financial forecasters, examines the key risks and disruptions shaping the years ahead. From economic uncertainty and financial market volatility to shifting political dynamics, Mr. Schenker provides a data-driven, non-partisan outlook on how these forces will impact policy, business, and investment.

The discussion will cover AI, sustainability, and Cold War Two®, along with major technological and geopolitical risks that will shape the global economy. Mr. Schenker will also share forecasts on the U.S. and global economies, interest rates, foreign exchange, oil, and precious metals, offering key insights from his best-selling books and Bloomberg-ranked forecasts.

With a focus on both near-term market expectations and long-term structural risks—including entitlements, financial stability, and technological disruptions—this presentation equips attendees with actionable intelligence to navigate uncertainty and prepare for the future.

This talk is customized to the client industry and the potential disruptions that will impact it.



The Future of Oil, Gas, and Power: Economic Necessities Facing Policy Threats Against a Backdrop of Cold War Two®

Join Jason Schenker, a top-ranked oil and gas price forecaster and futurist, for a dynamic exploration of the future of oil, gas, and power in an era of economic necessity and geopolitical tension. As global energy demand grows alongside population and wealth, oil, gas, and electricity remain foundational to economic stability—but face mounting policy pressures and sustainability mandates.

Despite aggressive rhetoric on decarbonization, official forecasts indicate long-term reliance on fossil fuels in the U.S. and globally. Meanwhile, renewables and battery technologies continue to face critical supply chain risks, policy challenges, and geopolitical threats tied to Cold War Two®. These dynamics are shaping energy security, investment decisions, and the future of power generation.

What does this mean for energy companies, investors, and policymakers? Find out in this must-attend session, where Mr. Schenker breaks down key risks, opportunities, and the forces that will define the energy landscape in the years ahead.


The Future of Wealth Management and Investments: Navigating Economic, Technological, and Geopolitical Change

In an era of rapid economic shifts, technological disruption, and geopolitical uncertainty, the future of wealth management and investments is evolving faster than ever. In this exclusive keynote, Jason Schenker, a top-ranked economist and futurist, will provide a data-driven, strategic outlook on the key forces shaping financial markets, investment strategies, and wealth management through 2030 and beyond.

With rising interest rates, inflation, and geopolitical tensions, financial professionals and investors must adapt to emerging risks and opportunities in an increasingly complex global landscape. At the same time, AI, automation, and fintech innovations are transforming the wealth management industry—reshaping client expectations, asset allocation strategies, and financial planning.

This highly customized talk will financial leaders with strategic foresight and actionable intelligence to help navigate uncertainty, mitigate risk, and capitalize on new opportunities in wealth management and investments.

This talk can be structured as a keynote, fireside chat, or a keynote followed by a fireside chat to explore tailored strategies for the organization.


The Future of Texas: Economic Growth, Technology, and Geopolitical Opportunities

Texas stands at the crossroads of economic transformation, technological innovation, and geopolitical opportunity. In this dynamic keynote, Jason Schenker, a top-ranked economist, futurist, and Texas business leader, explores the powerful forces shaping the future of the Lone Star State.

As one of the fastest-growing economies in the U.S., Texas is a powerhouse of energy, technology, manufacturing, and finance. But what does the next decade hold for businesses, policymakers, and investors? Schenker will break down the impact of economic trends, population growth, labor market shifts, AI, and supply chain transformations on the state’s long-term trajectory.

He will also explore how Cold War Two®, global trade shifts, and Texas’ leadership in energy, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing position the state for continued success—but also expose it to emerging risks. With major industries evolving and corporate relocations surging, Texas is poised to lead in AI, automation, and infrastructure development while navigating new challenges in housing, water resources, workforce shortages, and policy shifts.

This must-attend session will provide data-driven insights and strategic foresight for business leaders, investors, and policymakers looking to capitalize on Texas’ growth while mitigating risks in an era of rapid change.



The Future of Healthcare: Economic, Technological, and Policy Disruptions Ahead

Join Jason Schenker, futurist, bestselling author, and top-ranked economist, for a compelling keynote on the economic, technological, and policy forces reshaping healthcare in the years ahead. With rising costs, workforce shortages, and shifting regulations, the healthcare industry is facing one of the most disruptive periods in its history—but also new opportunities for innovation and growth.

This session will explore the financial and structural pressures on entitlements, particularly Medicare and Medicaid, as an aging population increases demand while fiscal sustainability concerns grow. At the same time, massive labor shortages in healthcare are straining hospitals, long-term care facilities, and frontline services, driving up costs and forcing a reckoning on automation, training, and immigration policies.

Schenker will also examine the economic outlook for healthcare, including inflation, reimbursement challenges, and demographic shifts. He will assess how AI, robotics, and biotech are transforming patient care and operational efficiency, as well as how regulatory risks and Cold War Two®-driven supply chain constraints could impact pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and global healthcare access.

With policy shifts, financial instability, and geopolitical risks reshaping the industry, this must-attend session will deliver critical insights and actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate uncertainty and position their organizations for the future of healthcare.

This talk can also be paired with a fireside chat to explore and address client priorities and interests.