Rafael Jacob

Speaker and political scientist

Meet Rafael Jacob

Rafael Jacob is an Associate Researcher at the Raoul-Dandurand Chair and a columnist for RDI. An expert in American politics and global geopolitics, he combines academic rigor with hands-on experience in the United States and Canada to analyze the major trends shaping the world. Holding a PhD in political science and possessing a rare ability to make complex topics accessible, Rafael helps his audience understand political, economic, and social issues that transcend borders. His presentations blend clarity, precision, and a practical perspective on the global impact of American decisions.

Speaking topics of Rafael Jacob:

American Politics

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Testimonials

La conférence de monsieur Jacob a été, selon notre sondage aux congressistes, la préférée ! Il a été généreux dans sa présentation et un excellent vulgarisateur. Je pense que les personnes présentes en auraient pris encore…

Avocate et Directrice générale

AQEI

La présentation de Monsieur Jacob était impeccable. Visiblement, il a travaillé son sujet de façon à répondre aux enjeux identifiés par l’industrie. Nous avons tous été ravis par cette présentation et j’espère qu’il pourra à nouveau être présent avec nous lors d’autres type d’événements sur lesquels nous travaillons.

Comité sectoriel de main-d’œuvre de la métallurgie du Québec

Un grand merci à Rafael d’avoir accepté de donner une conférence pour nos employés lors de la rencontre réseau des employés des Fonds régionaux de solidarité.

Ils ont grandement apprécié tant le contenu que ses grands talents d’orateur et d’humoriste! Ce fut le dernier segment d’une journée remplie de conférences et présentations et je dois dire que la barre est haute pour l’année prochaine.

Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ

Keynotes

environ 60 minutes
Français et Anglais
Rencontre de personnalisation incluse
Offert en présentiel et virtuel

In his conferences, Rafael Jacob breaks down American politics and its impacts on Canada and the world. Whether it’s understanding Trump’s return, analyzing geopolitical crises, following current U.S. affairs, or exploring investment and export opportunities, he provides clear and actionable insights to help his audience anticipate challenges and make informed decisions.

Discover his conferences and see how they can be tailored to your organization and audience.

The Return of Trump: What Will It Mean for Canada and the World?

Donald Trump is back in the White House, marking a new era of uncertainty and upheaval on the international stage. What will the consequences be for Canada-U.S. trade, financial markets, and diplomatic relations? Amid increased protectionism, geopolitical tensions, and the repositioning of the United States on the global stage, how should businesses and investors prepare? Through an insightful analysis, Rafael Jacob breaks down the major issues of Trump’s second term and its repercussions on the economy, democracy, and the world order.

Technical requirements for Rafael Jacob:

Micro mains-libres
au choix du client

Petite table (pour déposer notes et bouteille d'eau)

Ordinateur PC / Le conférencier apporte sa présentation sur clé USB

(Présentation PowerPoint)

Projecteur et écran

Moniteur de retour (si possible)

About Rafael Jacob

Rafael Jacob is a research associate at the Raoul-Dandurand Chair, where his work focuses on the study and analysis of American politics. He has a unique background in Canada. D. in political science from Temple University in Philadelphia, where he also taught. D. in political science from Temple University in Philadelphia, where he also taught, and several years of applied professional experience in the political field, including two private research firms, two Canadian federal government offices, and a U.S. federal senate office.

Now a daily columnist on RDI’s Mordus de politiques, he is regularly invited to analyse American news in the major Quebec media. Since 2012, he has given more than 3,000 interviews to various regional, national and international media on American politics.

He has also given several conferences to various stakeholders in the public and private sectors. Finally, he has published five books in the last five years, and is the only academic in Quebec to have written two best-sellers on American politics: Trump Revolution (2020) and America on the Brink (2021). He currently teaches at three universities.

Clips and Interviews with Rafael Jacob

Excerpt from a Conference on Current U.S. Political Affairs (french)

presented on November 19, 2024, to an audience of business professionals

COMMENT ÇA VA?

Discussion avec Rafael Jacob au temps du COVID-19

Excerpt from a Rafael Jacob Conference

presented at our 2019 Speakers Showcase

PepTalk sur la route avec Rafael Jacob (Novembre 2018):

Rafael explique l’impact de la politique américaine sur nos vies de tous les jours

Where to watch, listen, and read Rafael Jacob?

Rafael Jacob is the author of L’Amérique au bord du gouffre and Révolution Trump, a columnist for L’actualité and Cogeco Média, and a daily contributor to the show Mordus de politiques on RDI. He is regularly invited to analyze U.S. affairs in Quebec media, providing a clear and incisive perspective on political issues.

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