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Jason Schenker
The World's Leading Financial Futurist
Jason Schenker
The World's Leading Financial Futurist
Biography
Jason Schenker is the President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute. He is a top ranked economist, leading futurist, bestselling author, and in-demand keynote speaker who delivers high impact presentations on economic trends, financial markets, geopolitical risks, AI, technology trends, and the future of work. Through his talks and research, Schenker helps clients anticipate risks and seize opportunities.
A trusted voice on the economy, financial markets, geopolitics, and technology trends like AI and quantum, Schenker has delivered over 1,200 keynotes for public and private companies, corporate boards, industry groups, institutional investors, and government entities. He has spoken at events hosted by the U.S. Federal Reserve, the London Metal Exchange, the Singapore Exchange, the AFP, AICPA, SXSW, the CIA, and NATO.
Schenker's speeches focus on the economy, financial markets, commodities, supply chain, futurist innovation and technology, artificial intelligence, blockchain, quantum computing, energy and sustainability, geopolitics, demographics, and other trends. He has been speaking and writing on AI, automation, and robots since 2016.
As a prolific thought leader, Schenker has created over 40 LinkedIn Learning courses on AI, economics, finance, and technology taken by 1.3 million students. He is the author of 36 books and 15 #1 bestsellers, including Jobs for Robots, Futureproof Supply Chain, The Future of Finance is Now, Quantum: Computing Nouveau, The Promise of Blockchain, The Robot and Automation Almanac, The Future of Energy, Recession Proof, The Future of Food and Agriculture After COVID, and The Future After COVID. His next book, Cold War Two, will be released in March 2025.
Bloomberg News has ranked Schenker the #1 forecaster in the world in 27 categories since 2011, including for his forecasts of crude oil prices, natural gas prices, gold prices, industrial metals prices (copper, aluminum, nickel, tin, zinc), the euro, the British pound, the Australian dollar, agricultural commodity prices (coffee, cotton, sugar, soybeans), new home sales, U.S. payrolls, and the U.S. unemployment rate. He is a Forbes contributor, LinkedIn Top Voice, former Bloomberg Opinion columnist, and media commentator on CNBC, CNN, the BBC, and Bloomberg, including as a guest host on Bloomberg Television.
Schenker created a rigorous program for The Futurist Institute that includes courses on The Future of Work, The Future of Transportation, The Future of Data, The Future of Finance, Futurist Fundamentals, The Future of Energy, The Future of Leadership, The Future of Healthcare, and The Future of Quantum Computing.
Schenker is one of the 100 CEOs on the non-partisan Texas Business Leadership Council, the Texas affiliate of the Business Roundtable that advises elected officials of both parties at the state and federal levels. He is a Board Leadership Fellow of the National Association of Corporate Directors and a Fellow of the Energy Institute.
Before founding Prestige Economics in 2009, Schenker was a Risk Specialist at McKinsey and Chief Energy and Commodity Economist at Wachovia (Wells Fargo). He holds master’s degrees in economics, negotiation, and German, and a bachelor’s in history and German. He has been a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) since 2010.
Schenker is currently Adjunct Faculty for the Joint Special Operations University at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). He is also an Adjunct Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and an advisor to the U.S. State Department and the Foreign Service Institute.
Speaker Videos
Meet Jason Schenker
Jason Schenker AAPA Keynote: Future Trends, Opportunities, and Risks for Port Growth in the Americas
AI and The Future of Finance with Jason Schenker
Keynote at SXSW 2024 on The Tech Industry and Cold War Two® - Risks, Threats, and Opportunities
Keynote Speech April 2023 in Aberdeen, Scotland with KCA Deutag
Keynote Oct 2023 - MHI Annual Keynote Speech
MHI 2022 Keynote Speech - Complete
Jason Schenker Talks Inflation and Fed Policy on Bloomberg Television from Tokyo on January 3, 2025
Jason Schenker on Bloomberg Television from Tokyo on January 3, 2025, about the Economy and Markets
Sizzle Reel
The Future of Finance After the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Future of Work After the COVID-19 Pandemic
Speech Topics
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.
Five Major Trends Shaping the Outlook Through 2030
Join top-ranked economist Jason Schenker as he shares the biggest trends that will shape the economic, financial, and business outlook for the rest of the decade. This engaging, high-energy discussion will include actionable takeaways about how interest rate policies, trade and supply chain dynamics, the geopolitics of Cold War Two®, sustainability and energy, and AI will impact the outlook and operations for the client business and industry.
This talk can also be paired with a fireside chat to explore and address client priorities and interests.
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.
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 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.