Willis Sparks
A leading expert in geopolitical risk, Willis Sparks delivers powerful insights on how politics drives market movements in the world’s most dynamic economies.
Why you should book Willis Sparks for your next event
- As Director of Global Macro at Eurasia Group, he advises world leaders and Fortune 500 executives on how geopolitics shapes business strategy.
- Has helped top-tier corporations and institutional investors decode market-shifting global events to strengthen long-term positioning.
- Former Council on Foreign Relations expert, specializing in U.S. national security and global terrorism, bringing unmatched insight to today's geopolitical threats.
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Geopolitics, Markets, & the Business of Risk
In a world defined by geopolitical upheaval and market volatility, organizations need clarity, not complexity. Willis Sparks, Director of Global Macro at Eurasia Group, delivers sharp, forward-looking insights that decode global political trends and their business impact. As a renowned expert in U.S. politics, foreign policy, and emerging market risks, he empowers corporate leaders to anticipate disruption, seize opportunity, and make confident strategic decisions. Book Willis Sparks to transform global risk into a competitive advantage.
Keynote Speaker Willis Sparks is a globally recognized authority on geopolitical risk and international political trends, helping organizations decode how global politics shape business outcomes. As Director of Global Macro at Eurasia Group and Senior Editor of Signal, he specializes in identifying market-moving developments driven by U.S. politics, foreign policy, and emerging market dynamics.
Willis Sparks is known for his sharp, accessible insights into today’s most complex geopolitical challenges. His presentations empower corporate leaders to understand and anticipate risks, from sudden policy shifts to long-term power realignments, enabling smarter decisions in an unpredictable world.
With decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies and addressing audiences on six continents, his expertise bridges the gap between political analysis and business strategy.
What sets Willis apart is his ability to make global volatility relevant and manageable for any organization. Whether it’s navigating rising tensions in Asia, electoral shocks in the U.S., or instability in high-growth markets, his keynotes equip business leaders with the tools to turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Book Willis Sparks for your event if you're seeking a keynote speaker who combines geopolitical intelligence with real-world relevance. He transforms abstract risk into strategic advantage, delivering not just information but clarity, confidence, and competitive foresight to every audience.
Keynotes
Keynote by Willis Sparks:
Geopolitical Risk: How Global Trends Shape Market Opportunities & Risks
In this dynamic and insightful presentation, Willis Sparks reveals why understanding political trends—national, regional, and global—is essential for investors and business leaders navigating today’s complex market landscape.
With striking real-world examples from today’s headlines and bold forecasts for the future, Sparks uncovers how politics is becoming a key driver of market outcomes worldwide.
Audiences will gain critical insights into:
- The market-shaping impact of political shifts in both developed and emerging economies.
- Long-term geopolitical trends fueling volatility and investment risks.
- Country-specific political dynamics that influence business environments.
- The Russia-Ukraine war’s ripple effects on the global economy and security.
- The evolving US-China relationship and what it means for global markets.
This presentation delivers a compelling, forward-looking analysis that empowers decision-makers to stay ahead of the risks—and seize the opportunities—created by an increasingly political global economy.
Keynote Speaker: Willis Sparks
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