Lawrence Ford
” I envision a world where each individual discovers and lives their unique purpose. When we’re aligned with what we love, we tap into our genius, contribute to the world, love and respect everything that supports us, and find inner peace. The ripple effect? World peace. “
~Lawrence Ford
” The two most important days in your life are the day you are born, and the day you find out why.”
~Mark Twain
About Lawrence
Futurist • Investor • Author of The World Does(n’t) Need You
Lawrence Ford has spent his life walking between worlds—Wall Street and wisdom, capital and consciousness, technology and purpose. Known to many as the “Shaman of Wall Street” (The Washington Post) and “a man of two worlds” (The Economist), he is one of the most influential voices in the AI era.
A futurist, investor, and global thought leader, Lawrence has guided CEOs, grieving families, heads of state, and founders through one of the hardest questions of our time: What is my purpose now? He has walked with hundreds through their own Third Seasons—those sacred inflection points between breakdown and breakthrough where purpose becomes a mandate, not a luxury.
Lawrence is the founder of Conscious Capital Wealth Management and the co-founder of the Conscious Capital Foundation. He previously served as Chairman of the Future of Capital in collaboration with the United Nations and has represented commerce as a force for peace at Nobel Peace Prize ceremonies. NPR named him The Finance Guru.
In the investment world, Lawrence serves as portfolio manager for next-generation AI-focused strategies and as a partner in G-Alpha, working at the intersection of exponential technology and human-centered capital.
His new book, The World Doesn’t Need You: The End of Work — Reclaiming Purpose in the Age of AI, has been called “a human compass for the Age of AI” and “a manifesto for flourishing.” It reveals why knowledge is no longer enough, how AI is quietly rewriting the value of human work, and why purpose—not productivity—is becoming the new currency of the Age of Wisdom.
At a time when the world face unprecedented disruption—and unprecedented opportunity—Lawrence stands as one of the clearest guides for what comes next.
Speaker, Interviewer, Podcaster
Moving from GDP to GDPurpose™
Stories & Solutions Powered by Purpose
Transitioning from a knowledge-based economy to a wisdom-based society, where technology serves humanity, purpose becomes the new currency, and every individual has the opportunity to live a meaningful life.
One of the highest expressions of consciousness is alignment to purpose
Everyone is here for a reason…
When we live our purpose, we experience inner peace;
When more of us do it, we approach world peace.
There is genius all around us in those that are living their purpose.
Join us as we share inspiring stories that celebrate passion, creativity, and collaboration.
Financial Guru
Conscious Wealth Management
Invest with Purpose
Mr. Ford has dedicated much of his life to being a bridge between the modern world of business and the ancient world of wisdom, dubbed the “Shaman of Wall Street” by the Washington Post, with The Economist Magazine referring to Lawrence as a “man of two worlds”. Lawrence is both “The Finance Guru”(as named by NPR) and “Spiritual Advisor” (by the Retirement Income Journal).
Mr. Ford has had a long estimable career as an Entrepreneur, Financial Advisor, and Consultant, helping both large organizations and individuals through transition and crisis, as a top leader and consultant in the Financial Investment Industry through his speaking and private practice.
Coach
Navigating Life’s Third Seasons:
A Journey of Transformation and Impact
In my practice, I specialize in guiding individuals through their “third seasons” – transformative periods that are pivotal in both personal growth and societal impact.
These transitions, central to the themes in my book “The Secrets of the Seasons,” represent a unique convergence of personal evolution and financial influence.
My approach to these journeys is deeply respectful, treating each story with a reverence that goes beyond confidentiality, acknowledging the sacred trust placed in me.
SDG Heroes
Lawrence Ford named United Nation’s SDG Hero’s alongside amazing people. Photography by Ralph Reutimann.
Lawrence Ford “Shaman of Wall Street” holding his SDG Object, “space for humankind”.
SDG #17: “Partnerships for the Goals”