Wolfgang Fengler is a globally recognized economist, data innovator, and development thought leader specializing in real-time economic intelligence, big data, and global poverty measurement. As CEO and Co-Founder of World Data Lab, he leverages advanced analytics to transform how governments, businesses, and institutions understand population dynamics, inequality, and economic progress. With over 23 years at the World Bank, Wolfgang served as Lead Economist across Africa, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and Asia, advising on finance, competitiveness, and innovation strategies across emerging markets. He is the creator of population.io and worldpoverty.io, pioneering platforms endorsed by global leaders including Bill Gates. A TEDx Vienna speaker and prolific author, Wolfgang bridges economics, technology, and policy to make complex global trends actionable. His work helps leaders move from static indicators to real-time, data-driven decision-making that shapes inclusive growth, resilience, and long-term global development outcomes.