Roger Spitz

Roger Spitz is the leading authority on systemic disruption, strategic foresight, and the future of decision-making. With a distinguished career in investment banking, he served as Global Head of Technology M&A at BNP Paribas, advising on transactions exceeding $25 billion and establishing corporate finance practices across San Francisco, London, and Paris. Spitz blends rigorous analysis and actionable insights to illuminate the intersection of complexity, ecosystems and change.

Spitz is President of Techistential, the strategic foresight practice advising CEOs, boards, and investors on anticipating disruption, navigating uncertainty and creating sustainable value. As Founding Chair of the Disruptive Futures Institute and Expert Advisor to The World Economic Forum's Global Foresight Network, he leads initiatives that redefine leadership in an unpredictable world. His global influence includes roles on advisory councils for University of California, Berkeley's SkyDeck fund, venture capital Vektor Partners, and board positions with The Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Brazil’s Lux Carbon Standard shaping the future of business, technology, and the energy transition.

A renowned expert on AI, Spitz coined the term ‘Techistentialism’ (a framework examining the impact of technology on human existence) and is a recognized authority on the future of strategic decision-making and anticipatory leadership.

Spitz is a bestselling author of the award-winning "Disrupt With Impact" and the acclaimed series "The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption." Fluent in English and French, he has lived across three continents, with his globally adopted frameworks featured in top publications worldwide. A top-ranked keynote speaker, Spitz has captivated audiences in over 40 countries for over a decade. Event organizers invite him to speak about leadership, disruption, and modern challenges redefining humanity - powerful themes for organizations seeking future-focused insights and actionable foresight.