Henry Tricks

Henry Tricks is a prominent journalist and editor currently serving as the Schumpeter columnist at The Economist, a role he has held since January 2019. Based in Los Angeles, Tricks has over three decades of experience in journalism, with a significant portion of his career dedicated to international business and economic reporting.

Career Overview

• Current Role: Schumpeter Columnist at The Economist
  • Focuses on global business topics, including finance and innovation.
• Previous Positions at The Economist:
  • Energy and Commodities Editor (2015-2018)
  • Tokyo Bureau Chief (2009-2013)
  • Mexico City Bureau Chief (2013-2015)
  • Finance Editor (2006-2007)
  • Capital Markets Editor (2006)

Before joining The Economist, Tricks worked for the Financial Times as a writer and bureau chief in Mexico, and he began his career at Reuters, covering various regions across the Americas.

Areas of Expertise

Tricks specializes in several key areas:

• Global Business and Finance: His Schumpeter column explores themes around innovation and entrepreneurship, reflecting the influence of Joseph Schumpeter, after whom the column is named.
• Energy and Sustainability: As a former Energy and Commodities Editor, he has extensively covered topics related to energy geopolitics, sustainability, and emerging technologies in energy.
• International Affairs: His roles as bureau chief in Tokyo and Mexico City have equipped him with a deep understanding of global economic dynamics.

Education

Tricks studied at the University of London, where he focused on Latin studies from 1982 to 1985.

Speaking Engagements

Henry Tricks is also recognized as a sought-after speaker on topics such as:

• Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG)
• Global economics
• Future energy solutions

His insights are valued by corporate clients looking to navigate the complexities of sustainable business practices in today's economic landscape .12345