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A powerful new lens for understanding geopolitics, strategy, and the future of national security.
Geopolitical Intelligence Expert • Strategy Advisor • Global Futurist • Bestselling Author • Keynote Speaker
A powerful new lens for understanding geopolitics, strategy, and the future of national security.
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Jake Sotiriadis, PhD, is a strategic visionary whose insights have the power to redefine industries, policies, and global strategies. Discover why he is the trusted voice for leaders facing the turbulent shifts of our times. As a LinkedIn top public speaking voice, Jake’s insights are not only sought after for their strategic depth but also for their ability to drive real-world impact.
Jake is a globally recognized leader in strategic foresight, intelligence, geopolitics, and tech policy. His work has directly influenced how spies, soldiers, and diplomats prepare for tomorrow, and now extends to the commercial sector where his strategic acumen is helping corporations navigate the complexities of the future marketplace.
Jake’s presence on the international speaking circuit isn’t just about sharing insights; it’s about challenging and changing global narratives. His foresight on critical issues has been prescient, offering a clear vision in an era of unprecedented change. His role as founder of the U.S. Air Force’s Strategic Foresight team and his current advisory roles underscore his influence in shaping policy and strategy at the highest levels.
Over the past two decades, Jake has been a key strategist shaping policy, advising heads of state, military brass, and corporate giants on navigating geopolitical and technological uncertainties. His key advisory role at the State Department and his teaching engagements at the Foreign Service Institute stand out as testaments to his expertise. Here, he helps shape the U.S.’s approach to complex international relations, imparting wisdom to those who craft and execute foreign policy.
As the Founder of the Center for Futures Intelligence, Dr. Sotiriadis has redefined the landscape of strategic foresight and intelligence. His pioneering curriculum has armed thousands of U.S. intelligence analysts with the skills to predict and prepare for future challenges. This educational powerhouse is crafting the next wave of leaders, ready to tackle global uncertainties with confidence.
Drawing on his 21 years of distinguished service as a US Air Force intelligence officer, Jake has played a pivotal role in national security and intelligence strategy. His experience has been instrumental in pioneering new analytic methodologies and advancing the integration of intelligence into military operations, preparing America’s national security enterprise to confront emerging global threats with agility and precision.
With contributions to leading publications and media outlets worldwide, Dr. Sotiriadis has cemented his role as a guide through today’s complicated geopolitical environment. His groundbreaking book, “The Revenge of Ideology: The Hidden Forces Reshaping Global Order,” is a must read for anyone seeking to understand the forces shaping our world.
Why do smart nations make stupid decisions?
Why did America—with the best intelligence in the world—spend $4 trillion on unwinnable wars? Why is Russia destroying its economy for Ukraine? Why did China erase $1 trillion of its own tech wealth? Why is NATO ally Turkey buying Russian weapons?
They’re not irrational. They’re trapped.
In The Revenge of Ideology, a groundbreaking look from inside America’s intelligence establishment, you’ll discover the invisible force driving today’s geopolitical chaos: Ideological Power Networks. These living systems hijack how entire nations understand reality, turning self-destruction into strategy.
From Beijing’s Neo-Confucian Communism to Moscow’s Neo-Eurasian Imperialism to Ankara’s Neo-Turkic Autonomy, these networks are quietly remaking the global order. They seduce populations, capture elites, and drive them toward mistaking strategic folly for victory. But the terrifying truth is that democracy offers no immunity. America fell into the same trap after 9/11, when ideology overwhelmed intelligence and led to two decades of strategic failure.
This is the missing piece of modern geopolitics—the fresh framework for understanding great power competition and national security that explains why allies become adversaries overnight, why nations choose ideology over prosperity, and why every “shocking” crisis was actually predictable all along.
Developed by Jake Sotiriadis, the former Air Force intelligence officer who taught the Pentagon and Intelligence Community how to think about the future. This insider framework, crafted while training senior military and intelligence leaders, will change how you read the news, assess risk, and anticipate what happens next.
Essential reading for policymakers, executives, investors, and anyone who needs to understand the hidden forces driving today’s global instability.
Dr. Sotiriadis is available for a diverse range of speaking engagements tailored to your organization’s needs. Each of these formats is crafted to provide maximum value and impact, ensuring that your team leaves with fresh perspectives and actionable knowledge. Our offerings include:
Inspirational talks designed to set the tone for your event with powerful insights and compelling narratives.
Presentations packed with industry-specific data, offering strategic advice to drive your business forward.
Whether moderating or participating, Dr. Sotiriadis fosters engaging conversations, drawing on his vast expertise.
Exclusive sessions for your senior management, providing them with actionable strategies and deep insights.
A blend of forward-thinking workshops and informal dialogue, tailored to inspire your leadership team.
Online events featuring in-depth presentations followed by dynamic Q&A sessions, accessible from anywhere in the world.