Parag Khanna Keynote Speaker

Parag Khanna is a globally recognized strategy expert, bestselling author, and founder of AlphaGeo, an AI-powered geospatial analytics platform. As the CEO of AlphaGeo, he leads efforts to future-proof global investments amid growing volatility. Known for his extensive expertise in geopolitics and global trends, Dr. Khanna has authored seven books, including MOVE: Where People Are Going for a Better Future (2021) and The Future is Asian (2019), as well as a trilogy on world order, which includes The Second World (2008), How to Run the World (2011), and Connectography (2016). His works have been translated into over twenty languages, and he has been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, Foreign Affairs, TIME, and The Financial Times.

Dr. Khanna has held leadership roles in academia and government, serving as a Senior Research Fellow at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore and as a strategic advisor to the U.S. National Intelligence Council. He has advised governments worldwide, from the U.S. to the UAE, on topics such as global governance, economic strategies, and technological disruptions. His thought leadership extends to international media, including CNN, BBC, and Bloomberg, and he has delivered influential TED talks with millions of views. Additionally, he has lectured at global conferences, providing strategic insights to leaders in both the public and private sectors.

A sought-after speaker, Parag is a frequent commentator on global affairs and technological shifts. He has contributed essays to publications like The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and Harvard Business Review and has appeared on various international media platforms. His career spans across multiple prestigious institutions and organizations, including the World Economic Forum, the Robert Bosch Academy, and the Singapore government’s Committee on the Future Economy.

Parag holds a PhD in International Relations from the London School of Economics and has been recognized with numerous accolades, including being named one of Esquire’s “75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century.” Fluent in multiple languages, including German, Hindi, and Spanish, he has traveled to over 150 countries, offering a unique perspective on the future of global civilization.