About Tim Kapp
Tim Kapp is an AI professor and economist who helps leaders design intelligent systems that strengthen markets, institutions, and the people they serve. He connects cutting-edge research with on-the-ground playbooks for executives navigating the post-AI economy.
Professional Bio
Tim advises Fortune 200 corporations, governments, and venture-backed teams on how to build AI-enabled strategies that unlock growth while protecting trust. He anchors his advisory work in economic research on market design, labor resiliency, and governance—translating complex theory into decisions executives can act on.
As a professor and keynote speaker, Tim is known for combining data-rich narratives with vivid storytelling. His work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and the Financial Times. He has delivered keynotes on five continents and guest lectures at leading universities across North America and Europe.
"Strategy is no longer about static plans—it’s about designing systems that stay adaptive in the face of intelligence and uncertainty."
Explorer at Heart
Curiosity drives Tim’s work. From documenting emerging tech ecosystems in Southeast Asia to backpacking Arctic research sites, he seeks out frontier environments where policy, markets, and culture collide. Those experiences inform the stories and case studies woven into every talk and advisory engagement.
Outside of keynotes and classrooms, Tim mentors founders building responsible AI infrastructure, and he collaborates with civic innovators tackling digital equity and labor transitions.
Credentials & Affiliations
Atlas Institute
Northwind University
Helix Lab
Vista CollectiveWhat Others Say
“Tim brings rigor and warmth in equal measure. Our executives left with both a roadmap and a motivation to move faster.”
Chief Strategy Officer, Fortune 200 Retailer“A rare speaker who couples academic credibility with practical experience. Our audience was captivated from the first story.”
Conference Chair, European Innovation Forum“Tim translates complex economics into language that boards and frontline managers can act on immediately.”
Managing Partner, Global Advisory FirmWork With Tim
Whether you’re planning a flagship conference, designing an executive offsite, or navigating AI transformation, Tim is ready to collaborate.