Keyu Jin

Keyu Jin is a leading economist, global thinker, and bestselling author of ‘The New China Playbook’, described by former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair as ‘essential reading’. Through her position as a professor at the London School of Economics, Keyu is sharing her expertise on the Chinese economy and the future of their political strategy. 

Armed with a BA, MA and PhD in economics from Harvard University, Keyu has been a professor at the London School of Economics since 2009. She has since been a visiting professor at Yale University and UC Berkley. Through her role, she enlightens younger generations on the intricacies of international macroeconomics and the frequently misunderstood complexities of the Chinese economy. She is a board member for Richemont, Credit Suisse, and Ainovation, further broadening her reach as a notable figure in the world of economics. Keyu is also an academic member of the China Finance 40 Group, and has worked alongside The World Bank, The IMF, and the China Banking Regulatory Committee. 

She is the bestselling author of the myth-busting book, ‘The New China Playbook’, in which Keyu dispels various misconceptions about East Asia’s most mystifying economy. Keyu’s work has also been featured across Fortune, The Financial Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and more, a reflection of her insightful expertise. She has also appeared on CNN, The Agenda, and Bloomberg. 

A speaker with great eloquence and clarity, Keyu continues to bring light to the Chinese economy with a rooted and holistic perspective. Through her TED talk, ‘What the World Can Learn from China’s Innovation Playbook’, and TEDx talk, ‘Meeting Future Leaders of China’, Keyu offers an invaluable understanding of a field that Western assumptions have consistently undermined. A truly brilliant mind, Keyu Jim is a speaker who is perfect for a multitude of events, summits, conferences, and engagements.