Panel VIII of Helsinki Geoeconomics Week 2024 caps off our series of discussions by addressing the crucial need for establishing professional standards in the field of geoeconomics. This session, titled “Professional Standards: Towards the Chartered Geoeconomist?” sets out to distill the collective wisdom of all previous panels, highlighting the importance of setting minimum standards for professionals engaged in geoeconomic practices, irrespective of their specific job titles. This pivotal discussion aims to outline the essential criteria for what constitutes a proficient geoeconomist, including minimum standards of education, expertise, experience, and training. The panel will delve into the ethical standards and self-regulation necessary to elevate the field, fostering trust, efficacy, and excellence in the profession. This session is a call to action for professionals in the field, whether they explicitly identify with the term ‘geoeconomist’ or not, to adopt these rigorous standards, thereby ensuring the discipline’s integrity and impact in the global economic arena.