Francis Fukuyama stands as a prominent figure in the world of international relations, geopolitical trends, and political economy. He has been the Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at Stanford University since 2010. With a distinguished career spanning academia, government service, and prolific authorship, he has become a sought-after keynote speaker for corporate events, sharing his expertise on a wide range of critical global issues.
Francis’ academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Classics from Cornell University, followed by a PhD in Political Science from Harvard University. His early years at the RAND Corporation, a global policy think tank, allowed him to hone his political science knowledge. Later, his role as a Policy Planning Staff member at the US Department of State provided invaluable experience in foreign policy and international relations.
Transitioning into academia, Francis assumed the position of the Omer L. and Nancy Hirst Professor of Public Policy at the George Mason University School of Public Policy in 1996. He continued to make significant contributions to the field by becoming the Bernard L. Schwartz Professor of International Political Economy at the Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies. Francis served on the President's Council on Bioethics and held the Mosbacher Directorship of FSI's Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law. He also played a vital role as a Founding Board Member of The American Interest and contributed his expertise as a member of the American Political Science Association, the Council on Foreign Relations, and the Pacific Council for International Affairs.
He has authored numerous bestselling books that delve into critical issues, including "The End of History and the Last Man," "The Origins of Political Order," and "Identity: The Demand for Dignity and the Politics of Resentment." In 2022, he released "Liberalism and Its Discontents," adding to his impressive body of work.
His speaking engagements have covered a wide range of topics, from geopolitics and emerging nations to history and global trends. Francis’ unique combination of political experience, academic rigour, and a keen understanding of international relations makes him a sought-after speaker for both corporate and educational events. His ability to put global challenges into perspective, drawing from his vast knowledge of international political economy and geopolitics, makes him a respected authority in the field. Booking Francis Fukuyama as a keynote speaker promises a thought-provoking and enlightening experience that can shape and inform the perspectives of the audience on the complex issues that shape our world today.
