Dambisa was named by TIME Magazine as one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World”, as an economist, her work focuses on the global economy, geopolitics and financial markets.
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She received some of the strongest feedback of any speaker at Summit; several comments on her compelling delivery and insightful messages. Many attendees left excited to read her book.
Candace Rothermel
NACD Event
Dr. Dambisa Moyo is a globally acclaimed economist, boardroom authority, and bestselling author who empowers organizations to navigate geopolitical risk, economic disruption, and strategic transformation. With decades of experience on Fortune 500 boards and deep insights from over 70 countries, her keynotes turn complexity into clarity. From growth strategy to governance, she delivers actionable frameworks that help leaders make smarter, future-proof decisions in a rapidly evolving world. A must-have voice for any organization ready to lead with insight.
Dambisa Moyo is a globally renowned economist, boardroom leader, and trusted advisor to some of the world’s most influential organizations. With a career spanning global finance, corporate governance, public policy, and strategic investment, she brings a rare combination of academic excellence, practical boardroom experience, and thought leadership that resonates powerfully with today’s business decision-makers.
Dambisa’s career began in global finance, where she worked at Goldman Sachs and the World Bank, focusing on capital markets, debt issuance, and economic development. From there, she transitioned into global boardrooms, serving as a director for leading multinationals including Chevron, 3M, Barrick Gold, and the Oxford University Endowment Investment Committee. Her hands-on experience spans corporate governance, risk management, M&A, succession planning, and shareholder engagement, giving her an insider’s view of what drives sustainable success at the highest levels of business.
She is the principal of Versaca Investments, a family office focused on long-term global investment strategies. A member of the United Kingdom’s House of Lords and The American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Dambisa has also been named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.
Academically, she holds a PhD in economics from Oxford University and a Master’s from Harvard, grounding her work in data-driven, rigorous analysis. She is the bestselling author of five globally acclaimed books, including Dead Aid, How Boards Work, and Edge of Chaos, which explore economic policy, the future of democracy, and how governance can adapt in an increasingly chaotic world.
Dambisa Moyo’s keynotes offer much more than theory—they deliver tangible, executive-level insights into how organizations can thrive amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical shifts, and evolving boardroom dynamics. She is uniquely equipped to help audiences understand the global macroeconomic environment and develop actionable strategies for resilience and growth.
Whether you’re organizing a leadership summit, economic forum, or corporate retreat, book Dambisa Moyo for your event to empower your audience with transformative ideas that spark strategic change, inspire innovation, and unlock long-term value.
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She received some of the strongest feedback of any speaker at Summit; several comments on her compelling delivery and insightful messages. Many attendees left excited to read her book.
Candace Rothermel NACD Event
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Dambisa did a fabulous job during our annual meeting and she is a lovely individual.
Edie Fleming American Chemistry Council Event
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In a time marked by disruption, inflation, and fragmentation, organizations need more than headlines—they need clarity. Keynote presentations by Dambisa Moyo offer a strategic lens on five things that will define the post-pandemic world economy, helping leaders anticipate change and act decisively.
With deep expertise in global markets, her insights explore the global growth outlook, the most urgent investment themes in a de-globalizing world, and how the macroeconomy, geopolitics, and financial markets repeat themselves—giving your team the historical context and forward-looking perspective needed to succeed.
These keynotes deliver actionable intelligence, empowering executive audiences to manage risk, identify growth, and lead with confidence.
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In today’s hyper-digital world, technology is advancing faster than most businesses can adapt. Without clear insight, innovation becomes a risk rather than a competitive advantage.
Keynote Speaker Dambisa Moyo unpacks the complex intersection of artificial intelligence, automation, and economic policy, helping organizations understand not just where technology is heading—but how it will reshape industries, workforces, and global power dynamics.
With a unique blend of economic foresight and board-level strategy, her keynotes empower leaders to make informed decisions about innovation, investment, and digital transformation.
Today’s corporate boards face unprecedented challenges—from stakeholder pressure and regulatory shifts to geopolitical uncertainty and digital disruption. Traditional governance models are no longer enough.
In her powerful keynotes, Dambisa Moyo explores how to upgrade corporate governance for the 21st century, offering a practical roadmap for navigating today’s volatile business environment. She challenges leaders with ten essential questions every board should be asking in times of crisis—sparking critical conversations that lead to smarter, more resilient decision-making.
With over a decade of experience on Fortune 500 boards, Dambisa brings first-hand insights into CEO succession, shareholder engagement, risk oversight, and strategic transformation.
Dambisa can talk about the following topics:
In a world where social unrest, policy shifts, and climate risk are accelerating, businesses can no longer operate in isolation from societal forces. Navigating this complexity requires more than awareness—it demands strategic understanding.
In her compelling keynotes, Dambisa Moyo addresses the challenge of democracy, geopolitical instability, and the economic impact of energy transition and climate change. Drawing from her experience advising global corporations and governments, she offers a clear, data-driven view of the societal trends reshaping markets—and what leaders must do now.
Her insights help organizations future-proof strategy, align with stakeholder expectations, and drive meaningful impact in an era of scrutiny.
Dambisa can talk about the following topics:
