Speaker
Velina Tchakarova is one of Europe's most recognised geopolitical voices — a strategist, keynote speaker, and media commentator who translates the complexities of global power shifts into sharp, actionable insight.
With 26 years of academic and field expertise, she has addressed audiences at some of the world's leading strategic forums, corporate leadership summits, and policy dialogues — from the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi and the Cape Town Conversation to the European Forum Alpbach and the Energy Intelligence Forum.
Keynote Presentations
High-impact presentations at major international conferences and corporate leadership events.
Panel Discussions
Expert moderation and participation in high-level geopolitical and strategic panel discussions.
Media Appearances
Regular analysis and commentary on leading international media outlets and broadcast networks.
Academic Lectures
Knowledge sharing at universities, diplomatic academies, and research institutes worldwide.
What I Speak About
Every engagement is tailored to the audience, sector, and strategic context. I don't deliver off-the-shelf talks — I deliver strategic narratives.
Speaking Formats
| Format | Duration | Audience Size | Typical Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynote Address | 30-45 min | 250-2000+ | Conferences, summits, corporate strategy days |
| Executive Briefing | 60-90 min | 10-50 | Board retreats, investor meetings, government roundtables |
| Panel / Fireside Chat | 45-60 min | 100-500 | International forums, media events, policy dialogues |
| Workshop / Seminar | Half or full day | 15-40 | Corporate training, diplomatic academies, universities |
| Moderation | Flexible | Varies | High-level panels, multi-stakeholder dialogues |
Selected Speaking Events
Energy Intelligence Forum 2024
CFO DAY 2024
Ashwamedh Elara India Dialogue 2024
Global Summit What India Thinks Today 2024
Cape Town Conversation 2023
Global Business Summit 2023
Raisina Dialogue 2022
Oesterreichs Energie Trendforum
TV & Media Appearances
A trusted voice on international affairs, regularly invited by leading broadcast networks for live analysis and expert commentary.
ORF
AustriaRegular guest commentator on ZiB and other formats
Puls 4 / Puls 24
AustriaFrequent live analysis on geopolitical developments
WION
IndiaInternational affairs commentary
France 24
FranceGuest analyst on European security and Russia
TRT World
TurkeyCommentary on global power dynamics
Times Now
IndiaGeopolitical analysis and debates
Republic TV
IndiaExpert panellist on international affairs
Selected Podcast Appearances
Book Velina for Your Event
Whether you need a keynote that reframes your audience's understanding of geopolitical risk, an executive briefing that sharpens boardroom strategy, or a moderator who can steer high-level dialogue with substance and precision — I bring clarity, credibility, and strategic depth to every engagement.