Roger Spitz is a futurist and global authority on strategic foresight, artificial intelligence, and systemic change. He advises leading organisations, including corporations, investment funds, and public sector bodies, on anticipating disruption, managing complexity, and building more sustainable futures.

Roger’s work draws on two decades of experience in global finance and technology. As Global Head of Technology M&A at BNP Paribas, he led more than 50 transactions worth over $25 billion. He was instrumental in developing the bank’s M&A investment platform in San Francisco and establishing its European technology and digital advisory practice.

Today, he serves as President of Techistential and chairs the Disruptive Futures Institute in San Francisco. He also holds advisory and board roles, including with Vektor Partners, a venture capital firm focused on mobility innovation, and the Lux Carbon Standard, Brazil’s first carbon credit certifier. His work spans disciplines, engaging with topics such as deep tech, sustainability, and ethical approaches to artificial intelligence.

Roger coined the term "Techistentialism" to explore leadership in an age of intelligent machines and exponential change. His AAA Framework, Antifragility, Anticipatory Thinking, and Agility, offers a practical approach for leaders navigating volatility. He is the author of several books and his research has been featured in publications such as MIT Technology Review, the Journal of Futures Studies, and the World Economic Forum.

Originally from South Africa and fluent in both English and French, Roger has lived in ten cities across three continents. This global perspective underpins his approach to futures thinking and systemic transformation. Whether supporting boardroom decisions or engaging with policymakers on climate and AI, his focus remains on equipping others to adapt with intelligence and intention in a rapidly changing world.