DYNAMIC KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Delivering the Macro Insights that Keep Leaders
Ahead of the Curve.
Arjun delivers keynotes focusing on both annual and long-term macroeconomic outlooks of the US economy at both the national and regional level. He also has experience delivering outlooks for specific international markets and the global economy as a whole.
He is available to speak at Industry Conferences, Corporate Events, Strategic Planning Meetings, and Webinars.
"His keynotes are usually the most talked-about, insightful and engaging on the agenda"
Ali Ashgar Abedi | Head of Global Sales Strategy
"Differentiated and balanced perspective makes him one of the most respected and credible speakers in our industry"
Paula Costa Bravo | VP of Sales and Marketing
Oregon Fruit
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About Arjun
Arjun is Managing Partner of Cogknition Analytics, a strategy and analytics firm with offices in Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC. Prior to Cogknition he was a senior executive at GES, serving as Senior Vice President of Analytics and Insights. He was also an award-winning Professor at the Illinois Tech Stuart School of Business, having played a leadership role in the development of several academic programs. Arjun received his Ph.D and MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
See what they are saying
Arjun has a proven track record of delivering engaging and thought-provoking presentations that leave audiences informed and inspired.
Regina Kuzmanich
Vice President of Innovation, Global Insight and Partnerships
"I invited Arjun Chakravarti to speak at our annual strategic planning conference. I highly recommend inviting Arjun to speak at your event. Arjun’s presentation was insightful, energetic, and thought-provoking. The content he developed was captivating and relevant. He kept the audience engaged for over an hour. Our CEO said that he was able to explain very complex economic topics in a very simple, engaging, and effective manner. I have received many compliments from attendees it was the best presentation of the day. His cutting edge insights sparked meaningful deep conversations on the topic enlightening everyone’s thinking on the topic. "
Sam Lippman
President
“Arjun was a keynote speaker at my Large Show Roundtable several times. And each time he shared information and strategies that really helped my audience. He is very smart, very experienced, and very approachable. Plus, he was a pleasure to work with.”
Amy Toner
Executive Director
“I invited Arjun to speak about trends in Behavioral Economics at the NATSO conference. Our Chairman of the Board noted that it was one of the best talks at the conference because he took the time to make the content specific to our industry. She said that he made a complex topic simple and enjoyable to listen to. He made me look good and really impressed our Board.”
Miguel Molina
CFO
“Arjun is an insightful, passionate and thought-provoking speaker. He has the unique quality of telling an economic story that keeps the audience interested and focused. His presentations are original and well-crafted for the audience; everyone walks away with a-ha moments. He constantly challenges your thinking and helps open your eyes to new opportunities."
Carl Kazmierczak
VP Foodservice Sales - North
“It’s rare that you come across a standout economist who is as engaging as Dr. Arjun Chakravarti. I am always impressed how he can customize content while delivering a dynamic and engaging message to diverse audiences. His talks have always met with rave reviews with both our customers and teams. He has been a great partner to us in helping our customers understand the present or possible future impacts on the consumer and the overall business.”
Peggy Davies
President
"At our first trade show since November 2019, Arjun provided a simple and relevant outlook for the U.S. macroeconomy over the next 6 to 18 months with a particular focus that highlighted consumers' ability to spend, their job prospects in the medium term, and their response to the highest domestic inflation levels in nearly 40 years. Using this as a backdrop, he outlined likely responses in government policy (primarily from the Federal Reserve) and how these choices will impact economic growth in 2023. His remarks were the perfect platform for exhibitors and buyers to discuss their mutual business opportunities for the development of profitable product innovation in 2023. Arjun did a wonderful job and I highly recommend him as a keynote for your next event. "
"Insightful, passionate and throught-provoking."
Miguel Molina | CFO
Avocados From Mexico
"A standout speaker who can deliver relevant customer content that engages diverse audiences"
Carl Kazmierczak | VP Foodservice Sales
Pepsico
Ali Ashgar Abedi
Head of Global Sales Strategy
“Arjun is a brilliant economist - not just because he has a firm command of the global macroeconomic picture, but because he leverages his strengths to act as an incredible thought partner, storyteller and strategic adviser. His presentations at conferences are usually the most insightful, talked about, and engaging item on the agenda. I regularly seek to hire Arjun at every opportunity because he provides such incredible value to decision-makers.“
Alissa Davis
Head of Marketing
“I have seen Arjun present at industry conferences and was impressed not only with his knowledge and understanding but his ability to present to a large group in such an insightful, engaging, and applicable manner. We brought him in to present an industry outlook to our Executive Leadership Team and I was blown away. I highly recommend him regardless of the size of your business needs."
Aparnaa Rajasekaran
Strategy Manager
“Arjun is very knowledgeable and unpacks complex economic concepts in simple and actionable terms. I always look forward to his speaking engagements to help gauge macro trends and its impact to our business.”
Jennifer Sparks
VP Marketing and Communications
“Arjun is a gifted speaker, who I have had the privilege to hear as an attendee of a conference and with an organization who hired him for our conference. He shares his knowledgeable, hands-on expertise in way that engages and captivates his audience. It’s a pleasure to know and continue to learn from Arjun.”
Jenny Bieberdorf
Accounting Manager
“Arjun has does a terrific job relaying current economic trends and forecasts to our group in a way that keeps our attendees looking forward to hearing from him year-after-year. He takes very complex issues and makes them relatable and actionable to our small business owners…we cannot speak highly enough of his skills and the value that his talks have brought to our group over the years.”
Jeremy Hastings
Director
“As an insights professional it's surprisingly hard to find content that's concise, actionable and delivered in an engaging way. Arjun delivers this trifecta with his macroeconomic updates. His talks are highly-anticipated because they include perspectives and data points that I don't see anywhere else. I never miss a chance to hear him live!”
Mike Tigani
Director
“I highly recommend working with Arjun as he always delivers actionable insights in a way that an entire room can understand. My industry is complex and he is viewed as a leader in data and insights in my industry. He gives you watch-outs that you just can’t get from anywhere else and people often attend conferences just to hear him speak on what might be coming next. ”
Sara Monnette
Managing Director
“I watched Arjun deliver his keynotes on the macroeconomy for over 15 years. He consistently packs the house and receives extremely high ratings because of his unique ability to simplify complex topics and make them interesting, memorable and relevant to the audience. His ability to answer questions about hot-button topics effectively is profound, and makes people comfortable in asking questions and speaking their minds.”
Paula Costa Bravo
VP of Sales and Marketing
"Arjun is engaging, approachable and makes complex economic concepts simple with differentiated and enduring points. He delivers a balanced perspective, answers questions uniquely and is one of the most respected and credible leaders when it comes to understanding our industry."
"He made me look good in front of my board"
Amy Toner | VP Publishing and Content
NATSO
"Smart, Engaging and a pleasure to work with."
Sam Lippman | President
Lippman Connects
"The perfect platform for our event - I highly recommend him."
Peggy Davies | President
PLMA
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