In an ever-evolving global economy, understanding the complexities of finance, policy, and market trends is essential for making informed decisions. Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, or simply someone looking to better navigate economic uncertainty, the guidance of top experts is invaluable.
Below are some of the leading voices in economics, finance, and geopolitics whose insights are helping audiences grasp what’s going on and make clearheaded decisions about the future.
1. Ron Insana
CNBC Analyst & Economic Forecaster
Ron Insana helps business leaders make sense of economic uncertainty. A longtime CNBC analyst and commentator, he offers sharp, accessible insights on markets, policy, and the forces shaping global business. As CEO of iFi AI, a stock research platform built with IBM watsonx, he’s at the forefront of the AI and finance intersection. A bestselling author and Emmy-nominated journalist, Insana draws on decades of experience to help audiences understand what’s happening — and what’s coming next.
2. Jean Chatzky
Financial Editor, NBC’s TODAY Show & Host of “HerMoney” Podcast
Jean Chatzky is the founder and CEO of HerMoney Media, a platform focused on empowering women in personal finance. As the longtime financial editor of NBC’s Today and co-host of “Everyday Wealth,” she helps simplify money matters for women. A bestselling author, her books include “Women with Money” and “How to Money.” Chatzky is dedicated to improving financial literacy through her podcast, newsletters, and coaching programs. She’s been nominated for National Magazine Awards and was featured on Forbes’ 2023 “50 Over 50” list.
3. Andrew Busch
Futurist, Economist & Former Chief Market Intelligence Officer
Andrew Busch helps audiences understand how global markets, technology, and policy collide to shape the economy. As the U.S. government’s first chief market intelligence officer, he briefed leaders from the White House to the Fed on everything from inflation to the rise of AI. Today, he brings those insights to businesses across industries, explaining complex trends in ways that are clear and actionable. Busch explores how AI, economic shifts, and geopolitical forces impact growth, jobs, and strategy in a fast-changing world.
4. Todd Buchholz
Economist, Former White House Advisor & Hedge Fund Managing Director
Todd Buchholz helps audiences make sense of markets, fiscal policy, and global economics with clarity and humor. A former White House director of economic policy and managing director at the $15 billion Tiger hedge fund, he combines real-world experience with academic insight from his time teaching at Harvard. Buchholz has advised major firms like Goldman Sachs and SAP and appears frequently on CNBC, ABC, and PBS. He offers compelling analysis on what’s ahead for the economy — and how businesses can prepare for the opportunities and risks ahead.
5. Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Economist, Author & Social Commentator
A leading voice on economics and public policy, Dr. Julianne Malveaux brings sharp analysis and unapologetic insight into today’s biggest issues. President Emerita of Bennett College and former Dean at Cal State LA, she’s a seasoned economist, activist, and media commentator seen on MSNBC, CNN, PBS, and beyond. Her bestselling book “Surviving and Thriving” highlights Black economic history, and she regularly speaks at universities, corporate events, and policy forums. Dr. Malveaux helps audiences better understand how the economy impacts individuals and what systemic change could look like.
6. Ian Bremmer
Political Scientist & President, Eurasia Group and GZERO Media
Ian Bremmer is a renowned political scientist and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. Known for coining “G-Zero” to describe today’s global power vacuum, he offers sharp, accessible analysis on geopolitical risks and global affairs. A New York Times bestselling author and Time Magazine columnist, he also hosts the PBS show “GZERO World.” Bremmer served on the UN’s 2024 AI advisory panel and teaches at Columbia University. Through books, media, and speeches, he helps audiences understand the complex forces shaping our world — and what they mean for business, government, and society.
7. Bernard Baumohl
Chief Global Economist, The Economic Outlook Group
Bernard Baumohl is the Chief Global Economist at The Economic Outlook Group and a leading authority on forecasting U.S. and global economic trends. Ranked the most accurate forecaster by The Wall Street Journal in 2019, he brings a unique blend of economic insight and geopolitical awareness. A former TIME magazine journalist and author of the bestselling book “The Secrets of Economic Indicators,” Baumohl is known for translating complex data into actionable takeaways. He frequently advises executives and investors, offering forward-looking guidance on how economic shifts and world events shape markets and decision-making.
8. Jacqueline Novogratz
Founder & CEO of Acumen Fund & Author
Jacqueline Novogratz is the founder and CEO of Acumen, a global nonprofit dedicated to fighting poverty through patient investment. Acumen has impacted over 650 million people worldwide. Novogratz’s work has been recognized by Foreign Policy and Forbes, and she has delivered keynotes, including the valedictory address at the University of Virginia. Her books, “The Blue Sweater” and “Manifesto for a Moral Revolution,” explore the power of social entrepreneurship and moral leadership. She has received honorary degrees from top universities and frequently contributes to media outlets like Bloomberg and Stanford Business.
9. Richard Quest
CNN Business Correspondent, Anchor of “Quest Means Business”
Richard Quest is CNN’s renowned international business correspondent and anchor of “Quest Means Business.” Known for his dynamic on-air presence, he offers insightful commentary on global events and industry trends. Quest’s coverage spans from major stories like the Brexit vote to the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and his interviews include figures like the Dalai Lama. An Emmy Award winner and recipient of the UNWTO’s lifetime achievement award, Quest engages audiences with his expertise in business, economics, technology, and global affairs, bringing energy and clarity to every discussion.
10. Pippa Malmgren
Technology Entrepreneur, Economist & Author
Pippa Malmgren is the founder and CEO of the Geopolitica Institute, focusing on the intersection of geopolitics, technology, and markets. She served as Special Assistant to President George W. Bush for Economic Policy and as a non-executive board member of the UK’s Department for International Trade. An author of “Geopolitics for Investors,” “Signals,” “The Leadership Lab,” and “The Infinite Leader,” Malmgren has spoken at global institutions such as NATO, Duke University, and the London School of Economics, sharing her expertise on global economic and technological trends.
11. Anil K. Gupta
Professor of Strategy & Globalization at the University of Maryland, Bestselling Author
Anil K. Gupta is a leading expert on strategy, globalization, and emerging markets. Ranked by Thinkers50 as one of the world’s “most influential living management thinkers,” he has authored books like “The Quest for Global Dominance” and advised Global Fortune 500 companies and technology ventures and accelerators in the US, China, and India. Gupta’s work has been featured in The Economist and Harvard Business Review, and he regularly appears on CNBC and Bloomberg TV. He also holds lifetime fellowships with three prestigious academic organizations.
12. Francis Fukuyama
Global Affairs Thought-Leader, Author & Professor
Francis Fukuyama is a Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Freeman Spogli Institute and Director of its Ford Dorsey Master’s in International Policy. A leading expert on international politics, his books include “The End of History and the Last Man,” “Identity,” and “Liberalism and Its Discontents.” Fukuyama has held prominent academic and governmental positions and is a member of various influential boards, such as the RAND Corporation, Freedom House, and the Volcker Alliance. He has cemented himself as one of the leading voices on issues in development and international politics.
13. Terry Savage
Personal Finance, Economy & Market Expert
Terry Savage is a nationally recognized expert in personal finance and the economy. She writes a syndicated column, hosts the “Friends Talk Money” podcast, and is the bestselling author of “The Savage Truth on Money” and “The Savage Number.” Known for her down-to-earth approach, Savage speaks on economic outlook, financial markets, and personal finance. She’s worked with top corporations, empowering employees with financial literacy. A former stockbroker and founding member of the Chicago Board Options Exchange, Savage also serves on the Board of Directors of CME Group.
Each of these experts brings a unique perspective to understanding the global economy, market trends, and social impact. Their expertise helps illuminate the path forward for organizations and individuals striving to adapt and thrive in today’s complex world.
