Willis Sparks is Director of Global Macro at Eurasia Group, one of the world's leading political risk research and consulting firms. He is an internationally recognized expert on the geopolitical forces shaping global markets, international business, and investment decisions.
Working closely with Eurasia Group founder and president Ian Bremmer, Sparks analyzes the risks and opportunities arising from international conflicts, political developments in emerging markets, and changes in US politics and foreign policy.
Since joining Eurasia Group in 2005, he has become a sought-after speaker for corporate executives, financial institutions, investors, and business leaders seeking to understand how geopolitical developments affect economic stability, market performance, and long-term strategic decisions.
His presentations examine the changing global balance of power, US-China relations, geopolitical fragmentation, international security, and the political forces influencing business and investment environments.
Known for making complex international developments accessible and relevant, Sparks helps audiences look beyond daily headlines to identify the underlying political trends that will shape tomorrow's opportunities and challenges.
Before joining Eurasia Group, he worked at the Council on Foreign Relations, where he researched transnational terrorism and US national security.
He holds master's degrees in international affairs from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs and Sciences Po in Paris, as well as two bachelor's degrees from Brown University. He is also a graduate of the prestigious Juilliard School.
With presentations delivered on every continent except Antarctica, Willis Sparks brings a global perspective to the intersection of geopolitics, economics, and business strategy.
