Barry Minkin

Barry Minkin, futurist, professional speaker, bestselling author, and global management consultant, has been featured on "Larry King Live," "Tech-Nation," "Smart Money," "Money Talk," "Everybody's Business," "The Paula Poundstone Show," and in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fortune, and United Airlines Hemisphere. His insightful comments and predictions have established him as a respected voice in predicting economic and business trends.

With over 35 years of experience as a global management consultant, including 10 years with Stanford Research Institute (now SRI International), Minkin has consulted with a broad array of Fortune 500 and growth companies across most industry sectors, as well as government and various trade associations. His ability to accurately forecast market trends has made him a valued strategist for businesses looking to navigate the complexities of the global market. He was the first to predict major economic shifts such as the decline of the US manufacturing sector in the 1970s and the rise of gold in the 1980s. Minkin was also ahead of the game in predicting the success of "Trivial Pursuit" before it became a household name in the United States.

Minkin's publications, including his best-selling book "Future in Sight – 100 Trends, Implications & Predictions That Will Most Impact Business Into The 21st Century," showcase hundreds of his accurate predictions. The book has received global acclaim, capturing the attention of industry leaders and academics alike. Other notable works include "Econoquake" and "20/20 Foresight," which have also been well-received in the business community. His expertise was further recognized when he was invited to be a keynote speaker at an event for the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, where he provided valuable insights into strategy and budget planning.

Minkin has served as a Professor of Advanced Marketing and Industry Strategy in the Executive MBA Program at St. Mary’s College, a Lecturer in Strategic Planning at the University of California at Berkeley, and a Marketing Professor at Canada College. He holds an MBA degree from the Bernard Baruch School of the City University of New York. His contributions to the field have been acknowledged with numerous awards, including the American Society for Training and Development Achievement Award, and a Presidential Citation for Innovative Employment Strategies.