Eric Garland Keynote Speaker

Intelligence strategist to business and government leaders
Early voice on foreign election interference in 2016
Author of Future, Inc. and HBR contributor

Eric Garland's Biography

Eric Garland is a globally recognised intelligence strategist, futurist and keynote speaker who has advised leaders at the highest levels of business and government for nearly three decades. His clients range from multinational corporations including 3M, GM, DuPont and Siemens to agencies within the U.S. Intelligence Community and His Most Serene Highness, Albert II of Monaco.

Renowned for his foresight, Eric gained international attention for identifying hostile foreign interference in democratic elections as early as 2016. His perspectives on geopolitics and future trends have made him a trusted voice for audiences seeking clarity on an increasingly complex world.

As the founder of Competitive Futures, he equips organisations with advanced tools in strategic foresight, competitive intelligence and scenario planning. His keynotes give audiences an informed view of major global issues, from cyber threats and geopolitical instability to how leaders can think more effectively about the future.

Eric is also the author of Future, Inc.: How Businesses Can Anticipate and Profit from What’s NEXT, published internationally in English, Mandarin Chinese, Korean and Bahasa Indonesia. A respected contributor to Harvard Business Review and The Atlantic, he is known for translating complex global developments into clear, actionable insight that helps organisations navigate uncertainty with confidence.

Geopolitical risk and global strategic trends

Strategic foresight and thinking about the future

Cyber threats and election interference

Competitive intelligence for business leaders

Navigating disruption in a volatile world

He has advised senior leaders across global corporations, governments and intelligence agencies, bringing nearly three decades of experience at the highest levels of strategy and decision-making.
He translates complex geopolitical, technological and economic shifts into clear foresight that helps organisations anticipate risk and act with confidence.
He brings deep expertise in competitive intelligence and scenario planning, equipping leaders with practical tools to navigate uncertainty and disruption.
He is a compelling keynote speaker who delivers sharp, data-driven insights on global threats and opportunities shaping the future.
His briefings enable organisations to think more strategically about what comes next, strengthening resilience and long-term competitive advantage.