Michael Weidokal

Michael Weidokal is an economic and geopolitical forecaster whose work focuses on global economics, history, and political analysis. He is the president and founder of International Strategic Analysis, a provider of economic forecasting, international market intelligence, and geopolitical analysis with clients worldwide. Weidokal also founded the ISA Group of companies, including International Strategic Analysis, ISA Advisory, and ISA Economic Development Consulting. After a career that took him to more than 70 countries, Weidokal established International Strategic Analysis.

Weidokal serves as an economist, speaker, and author, advising businesses, governments, and financial institutions on global business, economic trends, geopolitics, and international trade. As president and founder of ISA, he led the organization in delivering international market analysis, economic forecasting, and country intelligence to companies and governments in more than 115 countries. His expertise includes international economic competitiveness, global market selection, and geopolitical risk assessment.

Weidokal is recognized for his economic and political predictions and is a frequent speaker at conferences and events, having presented in more than 35 countries. He has been named among Washingtonian Magazine's 500 most influential in Washington, DC. Weidokal also serves as executive-in-residence and adjunct professor at the BW Carmel Boyer School of Business.

A prolific writer, Weidokal contributes to ISA's publications, including monthly Country Reports and Risk Forecasts. His book, "The Coming Decline: A World Without Economic Growth," examines periods in history when long-term economic growth ended, analyzing the causes and implications for societies. The book draws on economic, demographic, geopolitical, environmental, and technological insights to explore how major trends are shaping the global economy and influencing economic growth. Weidokal's views have appeared in leading publications, establishing his reputation as a credible voice on the future of the global economy.