Cold War Two® and the New Geopolitical Economy
Geopolitical uncertainty is no longer a distant concern—it’s a core business issue. From shifting trade policies and critical mineral strategies to reshoring and energy realignment, global developments are impacting how companies operate and invest.
Join economist and futurist Jason Schenker as he unpacks the realities of Cold War Two® and what it means for the future of the material handling industry. This thought-provoking webinar explores the intersection of global strategy, industrial policy, and economic trends, highlighting both the risks and the emerging opportunities for businesses navigating today’s complex landscape.
This webinar is ideal for business leaders, supply chain professionals, strategic planners, and anyone involved in operations, policy, or investment decisions within the material handling industry. Whether you’re a C-suite executive, sales strategist, or industry analyst, you’ll gain valuable insights to help you navigate global disruptions, identify growth opportunities, and align your organization with the forces shaping the future of commerce and logistics.
Key Takeaways:
- How Geopolitical Risks Shape Business Strategy. Gain a deeper understanding of how global tensions, trade disputes, tariffs, and shifting alliances are no longer just political issues but strategic business concerns and how these risks impact supply chains, operations, and long-term planning.
- Implications of Emerging Industrial Policies. Explore how new industrial policies such as reshoring initiatives, critical minerals regulations, and energy realignment are redefining global competitiveness and how these shifts affect investment decisions, technology adoption, and market positioning in material handling.
- The Material Handling Industry’s Role in Economic Security. Discover the vital role material handling plays in national and economic security. From supporting critical infrastructure to enabling domestic manufacturing and distribution, this industry is at the forefront of building resilient, future-ready supply chains in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.
About the Speaker:
Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute
Jason Schenker, keynote speaker at MHEDA’s 2026 Convention, is a globally recognized futurist, top-ranked economist, and bestselling author known for helping business leaders anticipate and prepare for what’s ahead. He is the President of Prestige Economics and Chairman of The Futurist Institute, where he advises executives, policymakers, and industry professionals on emerging risks and opportunities. Schenker is a prolific author with 16 bestsellers and recognized for the nearly 1.5 million learners who have taken his popular LinkedIn courses on finance, economics and emerging technologies. Since 2011, Bloomberg News has consistently ranked him the world’s #1 forecaster in 30 categories.
