Richard L.

Global Risks, geopolitics, governance, and international affairs expert with extensive experience in diplomacy, project management, research, analysis, and advisory.

I help leaders navigate global risk when geopolitics, economics, technology, and society collide.

I am a senior geopolitical and global risk advisor with 15+ years of experience supporting governments, international organisations, and senior decision-makers on how emerging risks shape strategy, policy, and societal outcomes. I work at the intersection of geopolitics, security, technology, climate, and society, turning uncertainty into clear, actionable insight.

In 2024, I defined the Chief Geopolitical Officer (CGO) role, articulating its strategic purpose and place at the C-suite in an era of geopolitical disruption.

My background spans the United Nations, World Economic Forum, and the Swiss Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Department of Defense, where I contributed to global risk analysis, executive briefings, and high-level policy dialogue.

What I do:

• Geopolitical & societal risk analysis

• Executive advisory & policy briefings

• Scenario planning & strategic foresight

• Senior-level dialogues & workshops

Credibility:

• Recognized UN Expert on risks and societal issues

• Co-Author, WEF Global Risks Report (2019–2023)

• Expert contributor to UN Expert Group Meetings (NY & Geneva)

• TEDx Speaker on cross-sector expertise

I speak regularly at international and closed-door forums, publish in peer-reviewed outlets and Swiss national media, and moderate ministerial-level and executive discussions worldwide.

Fluent in German, Hungarian, English, and French; working knowledge of Spanish and Italian.