I'm an academic, writer, sometime bureaucrat, CEO and social entrepreneur, curious about how the world works and how to improve it.
I’m currently a Professor at University College London.
Books
My recent books have explored imagination, collective intelligence, the future of capitalism and how science and innovation connect to politics and governance.
‘I have always said that technology alone can’t solve our political problems. Geoff Mulgan shows us how we got to a point where science and politics seem increasingly at odds – and how we can come to a healthier understanding of the role of science to inform policy.’
— Eric Schmidt, former CEO and Chair of Google
‘A manifesto for creativity, and for thinking big.’
— New Statesman
‘This book is the tonic the world needs, particularly the West. Read it!’
— Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New America
Recent Thoughts
Many thanks to Chris Roche for helping to design this website
Substack
I recently created a Substack where I share ideas I’m working on. Add your email to subscribe and be kept in touch.
Talks
Head over to the videos page for a collection of interviews, podcasts and keynotes I’ve done.