Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran

Keynote Speaker: Global Energy & Climate Innovation Editor of The Economist; Author, "Power to the People," "ZOOM" & "Need, Speed and Greed"

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran Biography

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran is the global energy & climate innovation editor of The Economist. He has produced numerous cover stories and won awards for his reporting. He is an accomplished public speaker and his three books have created a stir, with accolades ranging from lengthy reviews in The New Yorker to shortlisting for the FT/McKinsey Business Book of the Year prize. The Financial Times has declared him to be “a writer to whom it is worth paying attention.”

From 2017 to 2021, he served as the New York-based US Business Editor. He opened the magazine’s first Shanghai bureau in 2012 and served as its China Business Editor until mid-2017. Prior to that, he covered biotechnology, healthcare and global innovation. He also opened the Mexico City bureau, the publication’s first in Latin America.

His opinion pieces have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, The New York Times and Foreign Policy, and his commentaries on CNBC and Bloomberg. He has addressed groups ranging from the US National Governors’ Association and the UN General Assembly to the TED and Aspen Ideas conferences. He also serves as chairman of sustainability & innovation summits organized by The Economist, held annually in New York, London, Bangkok and Cape Town.

Vaitheeswaran is a Life Member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He serves as an advisor on innovation to the World Economic Forum/Davos, and has taught at New York University's Stern Business School and Northwestern University. He is an alumnus of Harvard Business School and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran Speaking Topics

Doing Business in China

Does China have what it takes to transform from the cheap workshop of the world to the cutting edge of innovation? Will the country’s stubborn adherence to state capitalism continue to deliver benefits at home that outweigh the growing backlash overseas against ‘China Inc?’ Will America’s crackdown on Huawei and Chinese industrial espionage lead to meaningful protection of intellectual property and a safer business environment – or could it instead unleash a dangerous wave of techno-nationalism? Could Europe, which usually favors soft power, take a harder line against China than America when it comes to ensuring fair rules for trade? Vijay Vaitheeswaran, the Economist’s China business and finance editor and Shanghai bureau chief, offers audiences sharp and unexpected insights drawn from his work on the frontlines of global busines

Energy in Today’s World

With his extensive experience covering energy topics for the Economist,authoring two books on the subject, and chairing the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council on energy, Vijay Vaitheeswaran tackles the topic of energy. Covering the politics, economics, business, and technology issues, he helps audiences understand what the world’s energy situation is, how it affects their country, and what the future will look like in terms of energy (in)dependence and how it affects regional strategic partners and geopolitics.

Need, Speed, and Greed: The Future of Global Innovation

Over the past few decades, globalization has led to one of the world’s most profound and powerful innovation revolutions. However, the benefits of all this progress have not been shared equally. The wealthy now are the economic elites who mastered the new rules of global innovation – even as the middle class is being squeezed by the new global realities, and this is all just during the first phase of the revolution. As it gives way to a much greater transformation, America and other rich societies must find a path to inclusive growth or else risk being left behind by history.

In presentations, Vaitheeswaran discusses the central political and economic question of our age: How can the extraordinary benefits of the innovation revolution be shared more equitably among all of society? He addresses what these changes mean for businesses and societies the world over, offering the essential insider’s guide to this new world of innovation. He discusses what drives human progress and what makes companies successful, saying that the challenges we face today require a more disruptive and swift approach to innovation than ever before. It’s not about technology, creativity, or new products but rather new ways of thinking. This means that the best ideas can come from the most unlikely sources. Drawing on the best of the academic and field work in this emerging area, Vaitheeswaran inspires and empowers his audiences to improve their lives, their work, and even the world.

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran Videos

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - Aspen Ideas Festival 2024:
Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - CNBC/"Power Lunch"
Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - CNBC/"The Exchange"

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What topics does Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran speak about?

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, Inspirational, Business, Business Leadership, Technology, Science, World Affairs, Economy, Innovation, Journalism, Authors, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Leadership, Finance, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Geopolitics, Sustainability and ESG.

Where does Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran travel from?

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Creativity, Inspirational and Business. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Parag Khanna, Richard Florida and Joseph Stiglitz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/06/2025.

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran Speaking Topics

  • Doing Business in China

    Does China have what it takes to transform from the cheap workshop of the world to the cutting edge of innovation? Will the country’s stubborn adherence to state capitalism continue to deliver benefits at home that outweigh the growing backlash overseas against ‘China Inc?’ Will America’s crackdown on Huawei and Chinese industrial espionage lead to meaningful protection of intellectual property and a safer business environment – or could it instead unleash a dangerous wave of techno-nationalism? Could Europe, which usually favors soft power, take a harder line against China than America when it comes to ensuring fair rules for trade? Vijay Vaitheeswaran, the Economist’s China business and finance editor and Shanghai bureau chief, offers audiences sharp and unexpected insights drawn from his work on the frontlines of global busines

  • Energy in Today’s World

    With his extensive experience covering energy topics for the Economist,authoring two books on the subject, and chairing the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council on energy, Vijay Vaitheeswaran tackles the topic of energy. Covering the politics, economics, business, and technology issues, he helps audiences understand what the world’s energy situation is, how it affects their country, and what the future will look like in terms of energy (in)dependence and how it affects regional strategic partners and geopolitics.

  • Need, Speed, and Greed: The Future of Global Innovation

    Over the past few decades, globalization has led to one of the world’s most profound and powerful innovation revolutions. However, the benefits of all this progress have not been shared equally. The wealthy now are the economic elites who mastered the new rules of global innovation – even as the middle class is being squeezed by the new global realities, and this is all just during the first phase of the revolution. As it gives way to a much greater transformation, America and other rich societies must find a path to inclusive growth or else risk being left behind by history.

    In presentations, Vaitheeswaran discusses the central political and economic question of our age: How can the extraordinary benefits of the innovation revolution be shared more equitably among all of society? He addresses what these changes mean for businesses and societies the world over, offering the essential insider’s guide to this new world of innovation. He discusses what drives human progress and what makes companies successful, saying that the challenges we face today require a more disruptive and swift approach to innovation than ever before. It’s not about technology, creativity, or new products but rather new ways of thinking. This means that the best ideas can come from the most unlikely sources. Drawing on the best of the academic and field work in this emerging area, Vaitheeswaran inspires and empowers his audiences to improve their lives, their work, and even the world.

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran Videos

Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - Aspen Ideas Festival 2024:
Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - CNBC/"Power Lunch"
Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran - CNBC/"The Exchange"
  • How do I book Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran speak about?

  • Where does Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran travel from?

    Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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