Dr. Rafael Popper

Dr. Rafael Popper brings over two decades of expertise in international business, foresight, entrepreneurship, and sustainable innovation management. His career spans roles as a principal scientist, entrepreneur, lecturer, researcher, and innovation policy consultant, collaborating with a wide range of organisations worldwide, including the European Commission, European Innovation Council, EU agencies (ENISA, ETF, EFSA, CEDEFOP), United Nations bodies (UNIDO, UNDP, ECLAC), and international organisations like the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Recognised with two Emerald Literati Awards and an Economics Award, Dr. Popper is also known for establishing breakthrough solutions, such as the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI) in Poland. His publications and 200+ international speaking engagements, including at The Royal Society in the UK and the European Parliament, showcase his commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation. Dr. Popper is Adjunct Professor in Futures Studies, Foresight, and Innovation Management at the University of Turku (Finland), Adjunct Professor at Warsaw University of Technology (Poland), Visiting Professor at Bialystok University of Technology (Poland), President of Green Iceberg (Poland), Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI) at Tech. Partners Foundation (Poland), Honorary Senior Lecturer at The University of Manchester, and Director of Futures Diamond Ltd in the UK.