Vikram Mansharamani

Dr. Vikram Mansharamani is a trend-watcher, economist, and author who has developed a career advising business leaders, investors, and policymakers on anticipating change, managing risk, and identifying opportunities. Mansharamani holds a PhD and two master's degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as well as a bachelor's degree from Yale University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He has served as a lecturer at Yale University, teaching courses on financial booms and busts and business ethics. He has also taught at Harvard University, focusing on decision-making using multiple perspectives.

Mansharamani gained attention with his book "Boombustology: Spotting Financial Bubbles Before They Burst." Based on his seminar at Yale University, "Boombustology" introduces a multi-lens framework for analyzing financial market booms and busts. The book serves as a guide on the history of financial cycles, supporting investors, policymakers, and analysts in navigating uncertainty. His subsequent book, "Think for Yourself: Restoring Common Sense in an Age of Experts and Artificial Intelligence," explores strategies for engaging with experts and technology, emphasizing the importance of independent judgment. He also authored "The Making of a Generalist: An Independent Thinker Finds Unconventional Success in an Uncertain World," completing a trilogy that includes "Think for Yourself" and "Boombustology."

With more than 20 years of experience as a global equity investor, Mansharamani has invested in public and private markets, served as managing director of SDK Capital, and managed the Kelan Global Opportunities Fund, a global thematic investment partnership. He has also served as CEO of Goodwell Foods, a frozen pizza manufacturer. Mansharamani advises Fortune 500 CEOs and boards on navigating uncertainty in business and regulatory environments. He has participated in the political process as a former candidate for federal office in New Hampshire, providing him with insight into the political landscape.

Mansharamani is a regular contributor to Worth magazine and a columnist for PBS NewsHour, with additional contributions to Bloomberg, MarketWatch, CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and other outlets. LinkedIn recognized him as a top voice in money and finance, and Worth included him among the 100 Most Powerful People in Global Finance. Through his work, Mansharamani connects geopolitical, technological, economic, and demographic trends to help audiences understand global economics, risk management, and strategic decision-making.