Maja Göpel is a passionate sustainability scientist and political economist who has dedicated her career to creating a more sustainable future. With over two decades of expertise in sustainable development, Maja is renowned for her work as a future justice campaigner, author, and transformation expert. She has made it her mission to change mindsets and inspire actions that prioritise sustainability. Today, Maja is highly sought after as a speaker at corporate events, where she shares her insights and vision for a better world.
Maja's journey to becoming a leading voice in sustainability began with a strong academic foundation. After achieving a Diploma in Media Planning, Developing and Consulting, she spent two years as a Lecturer at the University of Hamburg, teaching International Relations and European Studies. Maja then returned to her studies, completing a PhD in Global Political Economy, Hegemony Theory, and Institutionalism at York University and the University of Kassel. She worked as a trade expert for Friends of the Earth Germany and went on to help start the World Future Council where she serve as Director of Future Justice.
In recent years, Maja has earned numerous accolades and achieved remarkable milestones. She is currently the Research Director of The New Institute, a think tank she has helped shape to foster advanced studies and promote global transformation. Maja's thought leadership has been recognised through several prestigious awards, including the Adam Smith Prize and the Erich Fromm Prize. In 2021, she was ranked as one of the 100 Most Influential German Economists by The Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. Additionally, Maja has authored two influential books, “Rethinking Our World: An Invitation” and “The Great Mindshift”, which explore system transformation and the future of global governance.
Maja Göpel is hired as a speaker for her unparalleled expertise in sustainability and her ability to address complex topics with clarity and passion. With her extensive career in scientific policy, her global network, and her proven success in corporate governance, Maja offers invaluable insights to organisations seeking to make impactful changes. Her experience in sustainable development, coupled with her influential role in shaping policy, makes her the perfect speaker for corporate events aiming to prioritise sustainability and long-term societal transformation.
