Rajeeshwaran Moorthy

Rajeeshwaran Moorthy is a distinguished TEDx speaker who recently captivated audiences with his insightful talk on the space economy and its alignment with global sustainable development goals. As a strategic foresight and space economy expert, Rajeeshwaran helps organizations navigate uncertainty by identifying and quantifying megatrends, particularly in emerging technologies like AI and the evolving space sector. His work spans corporate leadership, consulting, and academia, shaping strategies across EMEA and APAC.

As the Managing Director & Chair of Space Economy at The Chart Think Tank, Rajeeshwaran leads discussions on the intersection of business, policy, and space technologies. He is actively engaged in space-based initiatives, including the development of a Space Economy Masterclass, an upcoming book on the space economy, and collaborations with global space organizations. His expertise extends to horizon modeling and decision theaters, helping businesses future-proof their strategies in an era of rapid technological shifts.

Rajeeshwaran is also an Executive Fellow at The Digital Economist, where he contributes to thought leadership on digital transformation and sustainable innovation. A recognized educator, he teaches at leading business schools worldwide, focusing on emerging technology, strategy, and digital transformation. Since 2015, he has delivered global lectures and workshops, integrating gamification techniques like LEGO-based strategy modeling to enhance learning experiences.

Beyond academia and corporate strategy, Rajeeshwaran is an active keynote speaker at business and technology conferences. His speaking engagements span renowned institutions and events, including industry conferences, business forums, and policy discussions on AI, fintech, and the space economy. He also hosts his own podcast, “Talks with Raj,” where he engages with thought leaders on topics shaping the future of business and technology.

Alfie Amir

Alfie Amir is a Senior Principal Analyst with GlobalData. He is responsible for research and consulting in enterprise ICT services focusing on enterprise 5G, IoT, cloud and telecom in Asia Pacific. He also leads the research practice in ASEAN. He has published numerous reports, delivered various consulting projects and presented at industry events. Alfie has over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications and ICT industry.

Prior to joining GlobalData, he led the ASEAN telecom research at IDC and worked as a technology strategist for a Malaysian carrier. Alfie holds an MBA from the University of Nottingham and a Master Degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Southampton, UK.

Lara Williams

Lara Williams is editor of Verdict technology. An experienced writer, Lara previously worked as deputy editor of the Financial Times’s fDi Magazine and a senior editor at GlobalData’s Investment Monitor. Lara has a background in technology journalism writing for the UK’s Computing magazine and has spent almost a decade living in Silicon Valley.​

Christopher Papadopoullos

Chris is a Principal Analyst in GlobalData’s Thematic Intelligence Team. He covers the latest developments in ESG and sustainability and gauges their impact on corporates. Before joining GlobalData he spent eight years covering global capital markets as an analyst and journalist, including four years focused on sustainability.

Caoimhe O’Mahony

Caoimhe O’Mahony graduated from the University of Galway with a BSc in Science in 2009 and went on to complete a Masters in Food Science, Technology & Nutrition from DIT in 2011. After working in a number of research-based roles spanning the areas of biochemistry, feed & food, she joined Tirlán (Formerly Glanbia Ireland) in 2016. Caoimhe is a Senior Technologist on the Dairy Applications Team working across several product category areas. She is passionate about bringing our dairy ingredients to life through innovative applications.