Geopolitical Speakers on the Impact of the Trump Presidency

With the recent Stock Market tumble, concerns that the US is becoming an oligarchy and the repositioning of the USA ideologically more firmly into the global political right; geopolitical speakers on the impact of the Trump presidency are in high demand.

Today, we’ll dive into the reason for this interest and share a few recommendations of our own for your next keynote address.

What sectors have been affected by the Trump presidency to date

CNBC suggests that “autos, banks, building materials and construction, crypto, energy, health care, retail and technology” will all be impacted by the Trump presidency (for better or worse). Rollbacks of environmental protections, deregulation, tax cuts for the wealthy, mass deportations and tariffs are all bound to impact the availability of workers, funding, trade and market sentiment across all four years of a Trump presidency. That’s why so many geopolitical speakers are zeroing in on the impact of the Trump presidency as a major change agent.

Why are global audiences interested in the Trump presidency?

Not only is Trump an interesting figure personally, but his global impact as ‘Leader of the Free World’ is far-reaching. ECFR explains, “A new survey for ECFR reveals people in many countries around the world are upbeat about the second Trump presidency.

Many think Trump will not just be good for America but that he will bring peace or reduce tensions in Ukraine, the Middle East and US-China relations.” However, if his first few weeks back in the office are any indication, he’s likely to be more of a disruptive force with peace talks devolving into tense exchanges in the Oval Office and AI-generated propaganda of US colonisation of the Gaza Strip being openly touted by the Commander in Chief. Geopolitical speakers on the impact of the Trump presidency are already spoiled for talking points and audiences, it seems, just can’t look away.

Why hire geopolitical speakers for your keynote?

The choice to hire geopolitical speakers for your keynote isn’t one to take lightly, however. Like money and religion, politics can be a polarising topic and you’ll want to consider your audience and whether the topic of American politics (or any politics, for that matter) would be welcomed. However, provided it’s prudent, hiring a geopolitical speaker to discuss the Trump presidency is a clever move. The reach of American economic and military decisions is vast and audiences around the world are always looking for a trustworthy voice to shepherd discussions about the future; turning to geopolitical speakers for that voice.

What should you look for in a leadership or geopolitical speaker?

The first and most important element you should look for in a leadership or geopolitical speaker is expertise in the subject matter and credibility in this space. Do they know what they’re talking about and have experience in the field? Selecting experts from finance, government and journalism are all ideal sectors for this topic. Next, are they strong communicators? Do they have the ability to engage an audience and work with a crowd? You also may want to review their thought leadership articles online, seeking out their storytelling ability, practical insights, neutrality and objectivity and ensuring they are up-to-date with current events. Finally, we recommend watching a few recordings of talks they’ve done in the past, to see how well they handle Q&A sessions, especially if the questions are heated.

Recommended geopolitical & leadership speakers

At Riva Media, we’re honoured to host a range of geopolitical & leadership speakers from across the political spectrum. If you’re looking for your next keynote address and want to discuss the impact of the Trump presidency on your sector, we recommend:

Dominic O’Connell

A true outsider and independent journalistic voice, Dominic O’Connell is a renowned business presenter on Times Radio and columnist for The Times newspaper with a wide focus on the London financial landscape.

A former BBC Today presenter, BBC commentator and ex-Business Editor for The Sunday Times, Dominic is a much-awarded journalist and keen geopolitical voice in all areas where business interests are impacted. If you’re looking for geopolitical speakers on the impact of the Trump presidency as it relates to businesses, Dominic is an ideal choice.

Sir Craig Oliver

For perspectives from inside the government, we recommend Sir Craig Oliver. As the former Director of Politics and Communications for ex-British PM, David Cameron, Craig has an incredible eye for global political strategy, campaigns and messaging. If you’re interested in the propaganda and positioning coming out of the US, he’s an expert voice.

also a multi-award winning journalist himself as the former editor of a number of the BBC’s flagship television news programmes and ex-Controller of BBC Global.

Andrew Verity

And lastly, for a pointedly financial take, we recommend Andy Verity as one of the top geopolitical speakers on the impact of the Trump presidency for our wallets. He’s the award-winning Economics Correspondent for BBC News and a personal finance expert.

He’s regularly covered finance and business on Panorama, BBC Newsnight, BBC Radio 4 and Radio Five Live. His current reporting focuses on the worst inflation in 40 years, recessionary pressures we’re all facing and the impact of the tightest jobs market since the 1960s – of which, the second Trump presidency is likely to play a key role.

To connect with any of these voices or search our vast roster of other Riva Media geopolitical speakers on the impact of the Trump presidency, please get in touch today.