Jason Schenker

Jason’s official speaker topics are listed below:

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

Join globally recognised economist and futurist Jason for a keynote exploring the economic, financial, technological and geopolitical forces shaping the future of business. He will provide insights on growth, labour 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, Jason will offer strategic, actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate challenges, capitalise on emerging opportunities and position their organisations for success in a rapidly shifting global landscape.

This talk is customised for the client and includes a discussion of how economic, financial-market and geopolitical uncertainties impact the client’s business and industry. It can also be paired with a fireside chat to explore and address specific priorities and interests.

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

Join Jason, 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, Jason 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 tensions. 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.

Jason 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 advantage, this must-attend session will provide actionable insights to help business leaders leverage AI’s potential while mitigating its greatest risks in the years ahead.

This keynote is customised 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, it will equip attendees with practical insights and competitive advantages to navigate the evolving AI landscape.

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

Join Jason, 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.

Jason 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 provides actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate uncertainty and position their companies for success in the decade ahead. It is customised for the client to include a discussion of how economic, financial-market and geopolitical uncertainties impact their business and industry, and can be paired with a fireside chat to address specific priorities.

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 examines the challenges and opportunities emerging from supply-chain disruptions, trade tensions and shifting geopolitical risks.

As inflation, labour shortages, logistical bottlenecks and trade risks impact businesses, Jason will explore how these pressures affect 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 talk is customised to include a discussion of how economic, financial-market, supply-chain and geopolitical uncertainties affect the client’s business and industry.

Tailwinds in a Tempest: Navigating Uncertainty and Seizing Opportunity Through 2030

Join globally recognised economist and futurist Jason for a keynote and fireside chat exploring the economic, financial and geopolitical forces shaping the future of business. He will provide insights on growth, labour 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, Jason will offer strategic, actionable takeaways to help leaders navigate challenges, capitalise on emerging opportunities and position their organisations for success in a rapidly shifting global landscape.

This talk is customised for the client and includes a discussion of how economic, financial-market and geopolitical uncertainties impact their business and industry.

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 provides a high-level, boardroom-focused briefing on the critical forces shaping the future of business.

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

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

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

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

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

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

With Cold War Two®, deglobalisation 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 provides data-driven insights and strategic foresight to help financial professionals stay ahead in an era of unprecedented change. It is customised for the client, with actionable takeaways tailored for financial professionals, corporate leaders, insurers and institutional investors. A fireside chat option is available for deeper discussion.

The Future of Energy or The Future of Oil, Gas and Power Economic Necessities in Cold War Two®

Join Jason, 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 decarbonisation, official forecasts indicate long-term reliance on fossil fuels in the UK 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 Jason breaks down key risks, opportunities and the forces that will define the energy landscape in the years ahead.

The Future of Manufacturing, Automotive and Transport: Economic Trends, Policy Risks and Global Disruptions

Join Jason, futurist, bestselling author and top-ranked economist, for a high-energy keynote on the forces shaping the future of manufacturing, automotive and transport industries. As economic, technological and geopolitical shifts accelerate, understanding the key trends ahead is critical for business leaders.

This session examines consumer health, inflation, labour-market dynamics, automation and AI, all of which are shaping demand and production capabilities. Jason will also break down EV production trends in the UK and beyond, analysing the impact of government regulations, mandates, trade policy, tariff impacts and global competition.

With supply chains under strain, this discussion explores tariffs, material shortages and Cold War Two® geopolitical risks that are reshaping global trade and manufacturing strategies. Join this must-attend session for actionable insights to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities ahead in manufacturing and transport.

This talk is customised for the client to include a discussion of how economic, financial-market and geopolitical uncertainties impact their business and industry.

The Future of Real Estate, Housing and Construction: Economic Trends, Labour Shortages and Policy Risks

Join Jason, futurist, bestselling author and top-ranked economist, for a data-driven keynote on the forces shaping the future of real estate, housing and construction. As supply-chain constraints and labour shortages intensify, the industry faces a rapidly evolving landscape with both risks and opportunities.

This session explores the economic outlook for housing, including mortgage rates, home prices and demographic shifts impacting demand. Jason will also analyse construction cost pressures—from materials inflation to skilled-labour shortages—that continue to slow building activity and drive up costs. With policy risks, regulatory changes and Cold War Two®-related supply-chain disruptions, housing and construction leaders must prepare for evolving market dynamics.

Additionally, the rise of AI, automation and modular construction presents new efficiency opportunities—but also competitive challenges.

Join this must-attend session for strategic insights into the future of real estate, housing and construction, with actionable takeaways to help industry professionals navigate uncertainty and seize growth opportunities.

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

Join Jason, 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 explores the financial and structural pressures on entitlements, particularly NHS funding, as an ageing population increases demand while fiscal sustainability concerns grow. At the same time, massive labour 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.

Jason 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 organisations for the future of healthcare.

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 explores the powerful forces shaping the future of the Lone Star State.

As one of the fastest-growing economies in the US, Texas is a powerhouse of energy, technology, manufacturing and finance. But what does the next decade hold for businesses, policymakers and investors? Jason will break down the impact of economic trends, population growth, labour-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’s 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 provides data-driven insights and strategic foresight for business leaders, investors and policymakers looking to capitalise on Texas’s growth while mitigating risks in an era of rapid change.

The Future of South Korea: Economic Growth, Technology Leadership and Geopolitical Challenges

South Korea stands at the forefront of global economic, technological and geopolitical transformation. As a leader in semiconductors, AI, advanced manufacturing and global trade, South Korea has built a powerful economic foundation - but what does the future hold for its industries, financial markets and strategic position in an increasingly uncertain world?

In this forward-looking keynote, Jason will provide a data-driven outlook on the economic, technological and geopolitical forces shaping South Korea’s trajectory through 2035 and beyond.

With the global economy undergoing significant shifts due to Cold War Two®, supply-chain realignments and AI-driven innovation, South Korea must navigate new opportunities and risks while maintaining its position as a global leader in technology, finance and industrial production.

Key Takeaways:

• Economic and Market Outlook – Growth trends, inflation, interest rates and South Korea’s role in global finance
• AI and the Future of Technology – South Korea’s leadership in AI, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing in a rapidly evolving global tech landscape
• Geopolitical and Trade Risks – The impact of Cold War Two®, US–China tensions and shifting global supply chains on South Korea’s economy and security
• Demographics and Workforce Challenges – How South Korea’s ageing population and labour-market shifts will impact long-term economic growth
• Strategic Opportunities – Innovation, sustainability and investment trends that will define South Korea’s future in a globalised economy

This customised keynote offers strategic foresight and actionable insights for business leaders, investors and policymakers looking to understand and prepare for South Korea’s evolving economic landscape. A fireside chat option is available to dive deeper into tailored discussions relevant to the audience’s industry and interests.

• 2025 – Author of Cold War Two
• 2024 – Delivered the Opening Keynote Speech at the Logistics World Summit & Expo
• 2024 – Adjunct Fellow, Center for Strategic and International Studies
• 2024 – Fellow, Energy Institute
• 2024 – Adjunct Faculty, Joint Special Operations University, USSOCOM
• 2024 – Advisor, U.S. State Department and Foreign Service Institute
• 2023 – Ambassador, WAVE
• 2023 – President, Austin Economic Association
• 2023 – Chairman of the Climate Change Advisory Panel, Sasol
• 2023 – Delivered keynote addresses for U.S. Federal Reserve, CIA, and more
• 2022 – Author of The Robot and Automation Almanac
• 2022 – Delivered keynote at the London Metal Exchange
• 2022 – Surpassed 1,250 keynote speeches delivered worldwide
• 2021 – Author of The Future of Travel
• 2021 – Co-Founder, NFT Degree
• 2021 – Founder, The Author Institute
• 2020 – Author of After the COVID Vaccine
• 2020 – Author of The Future of Agriculture
• 2020 – Member of the Bretton Woods Committee
• 2019 – Board of Directors & VP of Technology, The Texas Lyceum
• 2019 – Advisor, Digital Twin Studios
• 2018 – Author of Quantum
• 2018 – Author of The Promise of Blockchain
• 2017 – Contributor to Bloomberg Opinion
• 2017 – Advisory Board Member, Hidden Star
• 2017 – Media Commentator, Featured on CNBC, CNN, BBC & more
• 2017 – Named LinkedIn Top Voice in Economics and Public Speaking
• 2017 – Forbes Contributor
• 2017 – Named #1 Forecaster by Bloomberg News in 27 Categories
• 2017 – Began speaking and writing on AI, automation, and robotics
• 2016 – Chairman, The Futurist Institute
• 2014 – Executive Committee Member, Texas Business Leadership Council
• 2011 – Chief Investment Officer, Prestige Asset Management
• 2010 – Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
• 2009 – President, Prestige Economics
• 2007 – Risk Specialist & Consultant, McKinsey & Company
• 2004 – Chief Energy and Commodity Economist, Wachovia (Wells Fargo)
• 2004 – Economist, Wells Fargo