Eusebio Scornavacca

Eusebio Scornavacca serves as the Director of the School for the Future of Innovation in Society (SFIS) at Arizona State University's (ASU) College of Global Futures. He also leads ASU’s Science and Technology Center for Sustainability Innovation under the New Economy Initiative and holds a professorship in Global Digital Innovation at the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Additionally, he serves as a Senior Global Futures Scientist at ASU's Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory.

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Scornavacca is a recognized expert in disruptive digital innovation, high-impact business strategies, and sustainability-driven technologies. His leadership in both academia and industry is defined by his ability to turn cutting-edge research into actionable solutions that accelerate business growth and tackle global issues. He has spearheaded numerous high-level, multinational projects, partnering with industries and governments worldwide to advance innovation policies and digital entrepreneurship initiatives. Eusebio is committed to fostering the next generation of innovators, integrating his learnings and experiences into the classroom to support and provide students with the knowledge, skills and tools to address current and future global challenges.

Before joining ASU, Eusebio held leadership positions at national and global institutions, including the University of Baltimore, where he held the Bob Parsons Chair in Digital Innovation led the Center for Digital Communication, Commerce, and Culture. His international engagements span six continents, forging partnerships with leaders and institutions in Japan, China, Egypt, Italy, France, Finland, Spain, New Zealand, Morocco, Brazil, and beyond—showcasing the global integration essential for true innovation.

Widely published, Eusebio’s research is action-oriented, driving high-impact innovation and policy that not only meets today’s needs but anticipates tomorrow’s challenges. He leads with a clear vision for integrating digital transformation with sustainable development, ensuring that we build systems that work for both people and the planet. His deep understanding of the intersection between technology and sustainability continues to shape ASU’s strategic approach to global futures.