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Who we are

ESI is a geopolitical risk consultancy working with directors and business unit heads at large organisations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Most organisations know they have geopolitical exposure. Few understand how deep it runs. We map their true exposure, explain the forces driving it, and build a practical response. That means a rigorous assessment of where and how they are vulnerable, a clear picture of the dynamics shaping their operating environment, and concrete steps to reduce risk before the next disruption hits.

Every engagement is built around a client's specific situation, worked on by senior analysts and a wide network of subject matter experts across every sector we cover, and delivered at the pace the situation demands.

What ESI Does

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    Understand Your Exposure

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    Protect Against Risk

  • Navigate New Markets

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    Safeguard Your Bottom Line

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The Consulting Team

ESI brings together senior consultants and a wide network of subject matter experts across energy, mining, technology, and trade. Every client engagement is worked on by people who understand the region and the problem at depth, drawing on specialist knowledge across government, intelligence, law, and security to give you a complete picture of your exposure.

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The Research Team

ESI's research team operates independently from our consulting services, producing in-depth, publicly accessible analysis on geopolitical and economic developments across Eurasia. Focused on emerging risks and opportunities in energy, supply chains, and international affairs, their work provides context and fresh perspectives on the forces shaping global trade and investment.

Meet the Research Team

  • Ben Goddard

    Ben Goddard

    FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

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    Ben Thompson

    SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST - RUSSIA & CIS

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    Bree Stewart

    GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST

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    Matheus de Freitas Cecílio

    GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST

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    Hannah White

    ASIA-PACIFIC ANALYST

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    Andrew Burke

    GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST

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    Elene Chkhaidze

    GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST