Arne Elias Corneliussen

Arne Elias Corneliussen is one of Europe’s leading geopolitical advisors and an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, known for transforming complex global developments into clear, actionable insights for business leaders, investors, and decision-makers. As Founder and CEO of NRCI, a geopolitical advisory firm established in Oslo in 2010, he helps organizations understand the rapidly changing global landscape and identify future opportunities amid uncertainty.

What sets Arne apart is his extraordinary first-hand understanding of the world. Having traveled to more than 130 countries and conducted extensive overland expeditions across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America, he combines strategic analysis with real-world observations gathered directly from the regions shaping tomorrow’s geopolitical and economic environment

Arne’s presentations are highly engaging, thought-provoking, and inspiring. He connects global geopolitics, technological transformation, AI, international business, economic trends, and risk management into compelling narratives that help audiences make sense of an increasingly complex world. Whether speaking to executives, investors, leadership teams, or international conferences, he leaves audiences with practical insights and a broader strategic perspective.

Educated in political science and international relations in the United States, Egypt, and Chile, Arne has lectured at leading universities and spoken at international conferences, corporate events, and executive gatherings worldwide. His unique combination of academic expertise, entrepreneurial leadership, and unparalleled global field experience makes him a trusted voice on the future of geopolitics and international business.