Graça Machel
Deputy Chair of The Elders | Founder, Graça Machel Trust | Mozambique's First Minister of Education | Women's & Children's Rights
Award-Winning Journalist, Global Affairs Analyst, and Bestselling Author on Innovation, the Future of Work, and Competitiveness
Keynote speaker Andrés Oppenheimer is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and one of the most authoritative voices on innovation, the future of work, and the economic and political shifts shaping the Americas. A bestselling author and longtime CNN en Español anchor, he distills global trends into clear, practical insights that help leaders understand where the world is heading and how to stay competitive in times of disruption.
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Keynote speaker Andrés Oppenheimer is one of the most influential voices on the future of innovation, the global economy, and the societal shifts reshaping work, education, and governance. A Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and longtime anchor at CNN en Español, he is widely recognized for his sharp analysis, global outlook, and ability to translate complex trends into clear, actionable insights for leaders and organizations. His work blends deep reporting with an optimistic, forward-looking perspective on how countries, companies, and individuals can adapt—and thrive—in times of rapid change.
As a bestselling author, speaker Andrés Oppenheimer has shaped the conversation on technology, competitiveness, and the future of work across the Americas and beyond. His recent book, Cómo salir del pozo! (How to Get Out of the Hole!: New Strategies for Countries, Companies, and Individuals in the Pursuit of Happiness), examines the rising global demand for meaning and well-being, and offers a research-driven framework for governments, businesses, and professionals navigating uncertainty. It follows two of his most internationally acclaimed works: The Robots Are Coming!: The Future of Jobs in the Age of Automation, a landmark analysis of how artificial intelligence and robotics are transforming labor markets worldwide; and Innovate or Die!: How to Reinvent Yourself and Thrive in the Innovation Age, a practical roadmap to building a culture of creativity and reinvention in organizations and societies.
Oppenheimer’s reporting has taken him to more than 40 countries, interviewing presidents, Nobel laureates, entrepreneurs, and thinkers shaping the global agenda. His weekly syndicated column, “The Oppenheimer Report,” published in leading newspapers throughout the Americas and Spain, offers a uniquely global perspective on geopolitics, economic competitiveness, and innovation trends. His analysis has earned him some of the most prestigious awards in journalism, including the Ortega y Gasset Award, the Maria Moors Cabot Prize, and recognition by Foreign Policy magazine as one of the world’s most influential opinion leaders.
A sought-after speaker at major global forums, he delivers high-impact keynotes on the forces redefining prosperity, leadership, and human capital. His presentations explore how automation, demographic shifts, and new educational models are restructuring economies; how innovation ecosystems are built; and how individuals and organizations can stay relevant in a world where change is the only constant. With a style that is clear, candid, and grounded in evidence, he brings context and clarity to topics that are often misunderstood or oversimplified.
Whether addressing business executives, policymakers, or academic audiences, Oppenheimer offers practical insight paired with a global vision—helping organizations understand not only what is coming, but what truly matters as they prepare for the future.
Drawing from his latest research, Oppenheimer explores why meaning and well-being matter more than ever, and how countries, companies, and individuals can realign strategy, productivity, and purpose to succeed in a volatile world.
A deep look at how AI, robotics, and emerging technologies are transforming industries, the roles most at risk, the skills that will gain value, and how companies can prepare proactively instead of reactively.
A concise, data-driven overview of the political, economic, and technological trends reshaping the region, what global executives often misunderstand about it, and where the real opportunities and risks lie.
Based on his bestselling book, this talk reveals why innovation fails in many organizations and how leaders can create the conditions—mindsets, incentives, and systems—that allow teams to adapt, experiment, and thrive.
A perspective shaped by decades of reporting across continents, showing leaders how to navigate uncertainty, filter noise, and make smart, timely decisions as global change accelerates.
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