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Xenia Wickett helps leaders cut through complexity, turning global uncertainty into clear, strategic decisions that drive impact.
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Why you should book Xenia Wickett for your next event
- Brings rare experience from the US White House, Harvard, Chatham House and Equinor into sharp, actionable insights for leaders
- Translates complex geopolitical shifts into clear priorities, helping organisations focus on what truly matters in uncertain times
- Trusted moderator and advisor to global leaders, from presidents to CEOs, with a proven ability to drive meaningful dialogue
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Geopolitics expert guiding leaders through complexity and change
Xenia Wickett is known for bringing clarity where others see complexity. With a career spanning the US White House, Harvard University, Chatham House and Equinor, she has operated at the highest levels of politics, academia and business. Her work centres on helping leaders distinguish the signal from the noise in a world shaped by geopolitical uncertainty. Today, through Wickett Advisory, she supports senior executives in navigating global risks, strengthening decision-making and sharpening strategy. As a speaker and moderator, she combines deep expertise with sharp analysis and engaging delivery, making even the most complex global issues accessible and relevant.
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Xenia Wickett is one of the most experienced voices on geopolitics, leadership and global strategy working today. Her career has taken her across both sides of the Atlantic, placing her at the centre of critical global decisions and institutions. From shaping policy in the US Government to advising multinational corporations, she brings a rare ability to connect global developments with real-world business impact.
She is widely recognised for helping leaders make sense of complex and uncertain environments. Her approach is grounded in clarity: identifying what truly matters and cutting through distraction, noise and competing narratives. This makes her a powerful speaker for organisations facing rapid change, geopolitical tension or strategic uncertainty.
Experience across global power centres
Xenia Wickett has held senior roles across some of the most influential institutions in the world. She worked in the US White House, where she led on South Asia policy and contributed to establishing homeland security following 9/11. This experience gave her first-hand insight into crisis response, policy development and international security.
At Harvard University, she ran one of the world’s leading international affairs research centres, deepening her expertise in global policy and leadership. At Chatham House, she founded the Academy for Leadership, focused on developing the next generation of global leaders, and launched a peacebuilding foundation in Switzerland.
In the corporate world, she served on Equinor’s management team, working with global strategy and business development. She also led the company’s geopolitics and integrity due diligence teams, advising on complex international risks and opportunities.
Trusted advisor to senior leaders
Today, Xenia Wickett runs Wickett Advisory, where she works closely with senior executives and leadership teams. Her work focuses on how geopolitical developments shape business strategy, investment decisions and long-term planning.
She is frequently brought in to:
- Advise on geopolitical risks and their business implications
- Support leadership teams in decision-making under uncertainty
- Strengthen stakeholder management in complex environments
- Provide clarity on global trends impacting industries and markets
Her ability to combine strategic insight with practical application makes her a valued partner for organisations operating in a rapidly shifting world.
A sought-after speaker and moderator
Xenia Wickett is an engaging and authoritative speaker who brings depth, clarity and perspective to every stage. She has spoken at major international forums including the Cheltenham Literature Festival, Aspen and the Brussels Forum.
She is also highly regarded as a moderator and interviewer, known for facilitating meaningful and dynamic conversations. She has chaired and moderated discussions with global figures including Elon Musk, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and the CEOs of TotalEnergies and Equinor.
Her recent speaking highlights include participating in keynote discussions on US politics at the FT Weekend Festival and presenting on the state of the world to leadership teams at Korn Ferry and BAE Systems.
Media presence and public commentary
As a commentator, Xenia Wickett regularly contributes to leading international media. She has appeared on BBC, Sky News, Bloomberg, Fox and PBS, offering sharp and balanced perspectives on global events. She also brings a distinctive voice to programmes such as “The Now Show” and “Any Questions?”, where complex issues are explored in engaging formats.
Her media work reflects her ability to communicate clearly and effectively, making her insights accessible to both specialist and broader audiences.
Book Xenia Wickett for your event
Booking Xenia Wickett means bringing a speaker who combines real-world experience with sharp analytical thinking. She understands how global events translate into business realities and leadership challenges.
Her talks equip audiences with:
- Clear frameworks for understanding geopolitical complexity
- Practical insights for decision-making in uncertain environments
- A deeper awareness of global risks and opportunities
- The confidence to act with clarity and purpose
Whether addressing senior executives, policymakers or wider audiences, Xenia Wickett delivers insight that resonates long after the event.
Customer Reviews
5 of 5
“As moderator of the Words Matter 2025 conference, Xenia Wickett guided the day with confident, graceful leadership. She asked insightful questions, drew out the best from each speaker, and fostered deeply resonant discussions.”
Linda RodeExecutive Director
5 of 5
“We found Xenia’s contributions very valuable, bringing a range of perspectives on a complex geopolitical landscape and connecting it to what it means for procurement and supply chain leaders. The audience was engaged throughout, and her experience advising at the highest levels of government and business gave the discussion real depth.”
Partner, AlixPartners
5 of 5
“Xenia was an outstanding speaker at our Future Leaders event, combining a wealth of experience with thoughtful and highly relevant insights on leadership. Her reflections on navigating ambiguity and making sense of an increasingly complex world really resonated, and she skilfully facilitated the discussion to create a genuinely engaging and thought-provoking session.”
Greg Bott, DirectorAG Consulting
5 of 5
“We brought Xenia in to our Away Day to give the team an external perspective on the world. I received glowing feedback from my team afterwards. They praised Xenia’s ability to make the complicated understandable and described it as genuinely thought provoking and inspiring. Just what we were looking for.’
Caitlin Hayden, Group Communications DirectorBAE Systems
5 of 5
“With her rare combination of experience in government, the private sector and civil society, Xenia has a truly comprehensive understanding of the international context and its impact on business-relevant decision-making."
Sir Robin Niblett, DirectorChatham House 2007-2022
5 of 5
“Xenia's insights during our Tide Risers summit were potent, inspiring, and perspective-shifting. As a panelist she brings the full breadth and depth of her impressive experience and an infectious energy that is as engaging online as it is in person. Our members are still talking about her and we look forward to having her back with us again soon.”
Lara Holliday, CEOTideRisers
Rated 5.00/5 based on 6 customer reviews
Keynotes
Keynote by Xenia Wickett:
GEOPOLITICS & LEADERSHIP KEYNOTES
Strategies cannot succeed without solid foundations. These require a clear and informed understanding of the broader political, economic and strategic context in which individuals and organisations operate.
Xenia Wickett has worked at senior levels across government, academia, think tanks, as well as in the private sector and non-profit organisations. This experience has given her a deep understanding of international dynamics from multiple perspectives. She uses this insight to help clients identify which global trends and events truly matter to them, and which do not. Where relevant, she supports the development of scenarios and guide rails to navigate uncertainty.
This knowledge forms the foundation for building and stress-testing effective strategies that enable organisations and leaders to move forward with clarity and confidence.
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