Moises Naim Keynote Speaker

Moises Naim, a distinguished global affairs expert and prolific author who has made significant contributions to understanding power dynamics and international relations. With a career spanning academia, journalism, and government service, Naím brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his speaking engagements.

He holds a Ph.D from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His academic background laid the groundwork for his illustrious career in economic and political analysis. In 2020, he was named an Honorary Member of the Venezuelan Academy of Economic Sciences.

Naím’s career in public service includes his role as Venezuela’s Minister of Trade and Industry in the early 1990s where he gained firsthand experience in government operations and international trade. In 1996, he became the editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, a position he held for 14 years. Under his leadership, the magazine received numerous accolades and became a leading source of analysis on global issues. His tenure at Foreign Policy solidified his reputation as a foremost thinker in international relations and global political economy.

Moises is known as the best-selling author of numerous influential books including: “The End of Power,” published in 2013 that explores how power is becoming more dispersed and less effective in the modern world. The book was selected by the Washington Post and the Financial Times as one of the best books of the year and received recognition from former US President Bill Clinton. His earlier book, “Illicit: How Smugglers, Traffickers, and Copycats are Hijacking the Global Economy” released in 2005, examines the dark underbelly of the global economy, exploring the impacts of illegal trade and corruption. The book received widespread acclaim for its thorough research and compelling narrative.

In 2011, Naím took the world by storm with the launch of Efecto Naím, a groundbreaking weekly television program in Latin America. This innovative show uses visually-striking videos, graphics, and interviews with world leaders to explore surprising trends shaping the globe.

Naím is a sought-after advisor, columnist and “Global Observer” of numerous international publications. His columns and media commentary are syndicated worldwide, reaching readers of leading newspapers like El País and La Repubblica in Spain and Italy, as well as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and many others. This global recognition is further solidified by his prestigious awards, including the Ortega y Gasset Prize obtained in 2011 for journalism in Spanish and his ranking among the top global thought leaders by Prospect magazine and the GDI Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute.

He serves as a fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and is also the founder and Chairman of the Group of Fifty Board which brings together top-notch Latin American business leaders. His insightful commentary on global affairs and power dynamics continues to influence policymakers and business leaders around the world.

Moises Naím is a renowned global affairs expert and author known for his influential books and insightful analysis of power dynamics and international relations. His work continues to shape discussions on global political economy and the future of power.