Professor Klisman Murati is a globally recognised keynote speaker in geoeconomics and geopolitics, renowned for his ability to forecast long-term global shifts with exceptional accuracy. Founder of Pareto Economics and Inventor of the Global Power Index, Klisman has built his reputation on explaining how power, economics and technology interact to reshape nations and markets over decades rather than quarters. His work has directly contributed to high-profile correct calls, most notably the German recession in 2023 and the prolonged Russian invasion of Ukraine, achievements that have positioned him as one of the most trusted strategic forecasters working with global audiences today.
Klisman’s early career was shaped by a strong academic foundation combined with applied geopolitical analysis. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Social Anthropology and Human Rights and an MSc in Security Studies from University College London, where his research focused on power, conflict and long-term systemic change. He later deepened his expertise through specialist executive training in Financial Crime Risk in Global Banking and Markets and Outer Space Studies at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy. These formative experiences equipped him with a multidisciplinary lens that blends politics, economics, security and technology, allowing him to analyse global risk from first principles rather than inherited assumptions.
Before founding his own firm, Klisman served as a Senior Political Risk Analyst at Global Risk Insights, advising investors, multinational corporations and policymakers on geopolitical instability and market exposure. In 2017 he founded Pareto Economics, a forecasting and advisory firm dedicated to understanding how nations rise, stagnate and decline. Through this work, he pioneered first-principles geopolitical analysis, moving beyond reactive commentary to build long-range strategic frameworks. He has since advised governments, multinational corporations and institutional investors, spoken to audiences in over 120 countries, authored hundreds of thought pieces and become a regular commentator across international media. He is also the Host of the ‘4 Corners Podcast’, where he explores global power dynamics through a long-term strategic lens.
Organisations hire Professor Klisman Murati because he does not simply describe what is happening, he explains why it is happening and what comes next. His keynote presentations cover geopolitics, geoeconomics, globalisation, transformative technology, fragile states, frontier markets and macroeconomic volatility, all of which are becoming decisive issues for leaders preparing for 2026 and beyond. Klisman’s talks are valued for their clarity, intellectual honesty and practical relevance, empowering senior leaders to anticipate disruption, manage uncertainty and make confident strategic decisions in an increasingly unstable global environment.
Klisman Murati's official speaking topics include:
- China’s Five-Year Plans and Global Business
- Energy Security and Inflation
- Fragile States & Frontier Markets
- Geoeconomics and Macroeconomic Forecasting
- Geopolitics & Global Strategy
- Globalisation & Economic Fragmentation
- Government Debt and Economic Volatility
- Risk, Strategy & Decision-Making
- The Global Power Index
- Transformative Technology and Power
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"I’ve known Klisman for quite some time and I find myself fascinated by his insights. He has the ability to connect seemingly unconnected dots to come up with ideas, answers, and thought pieces relating to geopolitics, technology, the environment, and others. On top of this, he’s a really nice person!" - Richard, Chief Investment Officer, Wellian Investment Solutions
"Klisman is a success story, an influencer who is not afraid of speaking out his always well-reasoned opinions. A public speaker of excellence, he is a firm believer that life is a continuous interactive learning experience and that clearly gives him the edge." - Duate, ITFA Board Member & Head of Trade Finance, Crown Agents Bank
"Klisman delivered a speech that was really interesting and inspiring. His capability to catch the attention of the audience was astonishing. I appreciated the deep knowledge he has and his ability to communicate it." - Ivan, Commander of the Italian Special Forces, Italian Army
"Klisman understands the geopolitical and human aspects that others miss, his attention to detail and insight are valuable for any Family Office and those focused upon social or impact investments. While many miss global problems and they are slow to respond, Klisman, by comparison, is on it!" - Olivia, Head of Private Wealth & Family Office, Axiom Stone
- Advisor to Governments and Multinational Corporations and Investors
- Founder of Pareto Economics
- Inventor of the Global Power Index
- Pioneered First-Principles Geopolitical Analysis
- Spoken to audiences from over 120 countries
- Thought Leader on Geopolitics, technology, Globalisation, transformative technology, Fragile States & Frontier Markets
How to hire Professor Klisman Murati
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