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Klisman Murati Profile

  • Founder and CEO of Pareto Economics, creator of the Global Power Index trusted by governments, investors, and global institutions to forecast risks, uncover opportunities, and shape future strategies.

  • Author of more than 250 published articles and advisor to organizations such as NATO, HSBC, the European Commission, Shell, and JP Morgan, widely recognized for decoding complex macroeconomic and geopolitical dynamics.

  • Visiting Professor at the Helsinki Geoeconomics Institute, delivering bespoke keynotes that combine data, first-principles thinking, and multidisciplinary insights to change how leaders think and act.
  • When uncertainty dominates headlines and complexity clouds judgment, Professor Klisman Murati brings clarity.

    A powerful voice at the intersection of geo-economic foresight, technology and leadership strategy, Murati empowers audiences to make more confident business, investing and policy making decisions by replacing traditional thinking with a first principles approach to strategy creation.

    As Founder and CEO of Pareto Economics, Murati leads one of the world’s most advanced strategic intelligence firms in the world. His proprietary framework, the Global Power Index, assesses 194 countries through six core dimensions of national power. The GPI is trusted by global institutions, blue chip companies, institutional investors, and governments to forecast risks, uncover opportunities, and plan for the future with confidence.

    With over 250 published articles and audiences from over 120 countries, Murati has shaped the insights and strategies of juggernauts such as NATO, HSBC, The European Commission, Telia, Vanguard, Shell, Stena Bulk, OP Bank and JP Morgan, to name a few. Murati is widely recognised for his ability to decode macro geoeconomic complexity. His method combines data, first-principles thinking, and a global outlook, helping leaders not only understand the world but actively shape it.

    Murati also serves as a Visiting Professor at the Helsinki Geoeconomics Institute, where he merges academic depth with strategic application. His multidisciplinary background spans anthropology, political economy, energy policy, human rights, security studies, financial crime and outer space governance, giving him a rare ability to connect complex global patterns and deliver holistic, forward-thinking analysis.

    As a keynote speaker, Murati is known for his clarity, originality and counterintuitive insights, making every keynote a bespoke experience to the client. He does not simply inform audiences – he transforms how they think and act.

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    Building Unshakable Business Resilience in the Face of Geopolitical Risk

    In an era where geopolitical tensions—trade wars, sanctions, and shifting alliances—threaten corporate stability, Murati offers a transformative approach to fortify businesses against uncertainty. Leveraging the Global Power Index, he unveils strategies to navigate risks, adapt to volatile conditions, and build resilience that withstands global disruptions, empowering leaders to thrive amidst chaos.

    Impact: This keynote equips business leaders with a robust framework to anticipate geopolitical threats, strengthen operational resilience, and seize opportunities, ensuring their organisations remain agile and competitive in an unpredictable global landscape.

    New Horizons: Harnessing Demographic Shifts and Technology for Future Growth

    As aging populations, youth booms, and technological leaps reshape global markets, Klisman Murati unveils how demographic trends and transformative technologies—like AI, digital currencies, and automation—can redefine economic opportunities. Using first-principles analysis, he guides leaders to anticipate workforce changes, adapt business models, and tap into emerging consumer bases with precision.

    Impact: This keynote empowers organisations to proactively align their strategies with demographic and technological waves, unlocking sustainable growth and competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

    Vision and Bricks: The New Blueprint for Building the Winning Nations of Tomorrow

    The future isn’t random—it’s engineered. Using cutting-edge insights from the Global Power Index, Klisman Murati exposes the hidden mechanics behind national rise and decline. He then arms governments, investors, and corporations with a powerful framework to spot emerging winners early, shape smarter moves, and seize outsized gains in a world undergoing seismic realignment.

    Impact: This keynote delivers a competitive edge to leaders who are ready to stop reacting to global shifts—and start shaping them.

    China’s Next 5 Years and How Global Stakeholders Can Prepare

    As China unveils its 15th Five-Year Plan in 2026—focusing on technological self-reliance, green energy transitions, and enhanced global trade—Murati leverages the Global Power Index and first-principles analysis to predict its implications. He explores how this plan reshapes supply chains, drives innovation, and navigates US trade tensions, delivering clear insights for economic resilience and global shifts.

    Impact: This keynote equips investors, corporations, and policymakers with targeted strategies to adapt to China’s 2026–2030 agenda, minimizing risks and seizing opportunities in a rebalanced global economy.

    What People are Saying about Seeing Klisman Speak

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    “I find myself fascinated by his insights. Klisman has the ability to connect seemingly unconnected dots to come up with ideas, answers, and thought pieces relating to geopolitics, technology, the environment, and others. On top of this, he’s a really nice person!”
    – Richard Philbin, Chief Investment Officer | Wellian Investment Solutions (Asset Management)

    “Looking at the complexities of today’s world, how power operates is key. I was therefore interested to see that this is also the starting point of Murati’s approach to understanding global issues, and it underpins its Global Power Index. I am glad to see him champion this more eclectic approach, looking at diverse sources of influence, and how they feed off each other.”
    – Cho Khong, Chief Political Analyst | Shell International

    “Klisman’s keynote on how to understand the changing world order was truly inspiring and informative. I am so grateful that you were able to join us.”
    – Pasi Haahti, Sales Director | Telia Energy

    “Klisman is an independent, sharp thinker who will never fall for the ‘We are right and they are just wrong’ type of one-sided binary analyses that we see so often in mainstream reports. I highly recommend his services.”
    – Erik L. van Dijk, Chief Investment Officer | Parmenion Soparfi (Asset Management)

    “Klisman gave a poised and authoritative presentation of how he saw global power being formulated and exercised internationally. He had the confidence to state and defend his viewpoints without trimming his sails for specific geographies or interests. This was a confidence based on hard work and deep research, backed up by fluency.”
    – Phil Murphy, Global Head of Government & Public Affairs | BG Group

    “Klisman delivered a speech that was really interesting and inspiring. His capability to catch the attention of the audience was astonishing as well. I appreciated the deep knowledge of the item he was discussing.”
    – General Ivan Caruso, Commander of the Italian Special Forces | Italian Army (Defence)

    “Klisman understands the geopolitical and human aspects that others miss. His attention to detail and insight are valuable for any Family Office and those focused upon social or impact investments. While many miss global problems and are slow to respond, Klisman, by comparison, is on it!”
    – Olivia Cooper, Head of Private Wealth & Family Office | Axiom Stone Law (Legal Services)

    “Brilliant and insightful, Klisman is a great public speaker.”
    – Luca Lamorte, PhD | International Organisation for Migration (IOM), United Nations

    “Klisman’s overview of the different regions, trade relations, and connections and how they evolve over time till today was really interesting. I found it relevant how areas of influence change and how this impacts the global economy and world order. Very good high- and micro-level overview summarised to give the most valuable information aligned with the audience.”
    – Nadia Dobreva, Trade Finance Sales | Credit Agricole (International Organisations, Telecoms, Energy, Trade Finance)

    “Klisman is a first-class speaker, very professional and I can recommend him without hesitation. He tailored his presentation perfectly to suit our audience and the feedback we received was that everyone thought he was excellent. He is very engaging and the content of his presentation was fascinating and extremely valuable. We asked him to give a keynote and he set the tone for the day perfectly.”
    – William Bixby, Director | Binnacle

    “Truly unique and noteworthy, Klisman cut straight through the jargon and delivered a valuable, concise, and engaging roundtable to a room full of investment executives flawlessly.”
    – Juan Carlos Lara, Principal | Point5 Family Office

    “Klisman is clear and precise and provides a tool that fits all industries, particularly exporters looking for new markets. I highly recommend his services!”
    – Susanna Eccelstone, CEO | British-Argentine Chamber of Commerce (Maritime/Shipping, Family Office, International Trade)

    “Klisman was extremely diligent with his preparation, taking the time to speak to our audience in advance to ensure his keynote topics were relevant to our audience’s needs, and his delivery was very good. Would recommend.”
    – Charlie Thomas, Content Director | The Insurance Insider

    “Klisman’s knowledge of political risk and investment challenges is broad, and because of that, his presentation was extremely insightful and perfectly salient. The audience was very appreciative as well. We’d be happy to have him join us for any and all future events.”
    – Jason Stout, Events Coordinator | M&A Community

    “Klisman has strengthened Stena Bulk’s coordination by aligning the team, enhancing foresight, and preparing for future challenges, ensuring agility and resilience in decision-making.”
    – Erik Hanell, CEO | Stena Bulk (Insurance, M&A, Maritime/Shipping)

    “Klisman is a success story, an influencer who is not afraid of speaking out his always well-reasoned opinions. A public speaker of excellence, he is a firm believer that life is a continuous interactive learning experience and that clearly gives him the edge.”
    – Duarte Pedreira, Director | Crown Agents Bank

    “I was thoroughly impressed by both the depth of his analysis and his ability to present complex geopolitical dynamics in a clear and compelling way. Klisman offers not only knowledge but perspective. His insights into how AI, geopolitics, and shifting national strategies intersect were eye-opening and highly relevant — especially for decision-makers navigating uncertainty. What stood out most was his ability to captivate the audience and make abstract concepts tangible — always connecting them back to what matters for businesses, nations, and individuals alike. Klisman is a powerful speaker and thinker, and I can highly recommend him to anyone looking for strategic clarity in a changing world.”
    – Blanca Habbel, Portfolio Manager | Habbel, Pohlig & Partner

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