Who we are
ESI is a strategic intelligence consultancy helping global businesses make confident, informed decisions in a complex world.
Our consulting team provides clear, actionable insights on geopolitical, economic, and trade developments. With decades of experience across government, law, private sector intelligence, and market research, we guide clients through risk, identify opportunities, and support high-stakes strategic decisions.
We specialise in geopolitical risk, market entry strategy, scenario planning, and bespoke strategic advisory. Every solution is tailored, confidential, and designed to turn complexity into clarity—helping your business stay ahead in an ever-changing global landscape.
Geopolitical Intelligence for Confident Decision-Making
The Consulting Team
ESI brings together experienced consultants with a network of specialists across mining, energy, tech, and other specialist industries. Combined with our experts in government, intelligence, law, market research, and security, we provide unmatched insights into the geopolitical and economic challenges your business faces—helping you craft resilient, forward-looking strategies for success in a complex global landscape.
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 insights provide context and fresh perspectives on the forces shaping global trade and investment—separate from client work.
Meet the Research Team
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Ben Goddard
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
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Graysen Morency
MANAGING EDITOR
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Hannah White
ASIA-PACIFIC ANALYST
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Ben Thompson
RUSSIA & CENTRAL ASIA ANALYST
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Lea Romm
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST
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Karun Gopal
SOUTH ASIA ANALYST
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Elene Chkhaidze
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST
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Matheus de Freitas Cecílio
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST
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Bree Stewart
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST
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Adam Mutaf
EUROPE ANALYST
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Ryan Shaban
MIDDLE EAST ANALYST
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Alex Vile
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST
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Andrew Burke
GLOBAL RESEARCH ANALYST