Lorenzo Fioramonti

Lorenzo Fioramonti

Pioneer of the Wellbeing Economy & Former Italian Minister of Education

Core Intelligence Domain: Sustainability
Location: Surrey, United Kingdom | Languages: English, Italian
Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence

Lorenzo Fioramonti is a globally recognised political economist, visionary academic, and the former Italian Minister of Education, University and Research. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on the ‘Wellbeing Economy’ and his rigorous critique of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as the ultimate measure of progress, Fioramonti provides strategic foresight on sustainable development, future-proof economic models, and the vital intersection of corporate policy, climate change, and institutional education.

As the Founding Director of the Institute for Sustainability at the University of Surrey and a former Member of the Italian Parliament, he masterfully bridges the gap between high-level academic research, actionable global governance, and sustainable corporate strategy. During his ministerial tenure, Fioramonti made international headlines by rendering Italy the first country in the world to mandate climate change and sustainable development education in all public schools, demonstrating a bold, pragmatic approach to long-term societal resilience.

Professor Fioramonti is a highly sought-after advisor for C-Suite executives, international organisations, and governments seeking to navigate the complex transition toward ecological sustainability and economic reform. His proprietary research offers a tangible roadmap for organisations aiming to decouple success from purely extractive growth, fostering innovation that benefits both the balance sheet and the biosphere.

Strategic Impact & Career Highlights

• Former Minister of Education, University and Research (Italy): Pioneered the unprecedented integration of mandatory climate change and sustainability studies into the national curriculum.
• Academic Leadership: Founding Director of the Institute for Sustainability at the University of Surrey (UK) and Full Professor of Political Economy.
• Global Governance Innovator: Founder and Director of the Centre for the Study of Governance Innovation (GovInn) at the University of Pretoria, South Africa.
• Acclaimed Author & Thought Leader: Author of highly influential texts shaping modern economic thought, including Wellbeing Economy: Success in a World Without Growth, The World After GDP, and Gross Domestic Problem: The Politics Behind the World’s Most Powerful Number.
• International Recognition: Honoured as a ‘Young Global Leader’ by the World Economic Forum and frequently engaged by multinational corporations to advise on transitioning to sustainable, resilient economic models.

Core Speaking Topics & Strategic Frameworks

• The Wellbeing Economy – Moving Beyond GDP: A strategic framework for designing business models and national policies that prioritise human wellbeing, systemic resilience, and ecological stability over endless material growth.
• Sustainable Business Resilience: How modern corporations can align with global sustainability goals, future-proofing their supply chains and operations against climate risks and resource scarcity.
• The Future of Education & Human Capital: Rethinking educational paradigms and corporate training programmes to equip the next generation with the cognitive and practical skills needed for a sustainable, technology-driven future.
• The Geopolitics of Climate Change: Navigating the economic, regulatory, and political shifts triggered by the global ecological crisis and the accelerated green energy transition.
• Innovative Governance for the 21st Century: Structural reforms required within global institutions and corporate boards to effectively manage modern, complex crises and drive long-term stakeholder value.

Key Takeaways

• Macro-Economic Foresight: Gain exclusive, data-driven insights into the global transition from GDP-centric growth toward the structurally sound ‘Wellbeing Economy’.
• From Policy to Practice: Learn how pioneering sustainability policies and macroeconomic shifts translate into actionable, profitable corporate strategies.
• High-Level Global Perspective: Understand the geopolitical and regulatory implications of climate change from a leader who has operated at the highest levels of government and international academia.
• Future-Ready Leadership: Equip your organisation’s executive team with the intellectual frameworks necessary to thrive in an era that prioritises ecological balance, social equity, and long-term viability.