David Saunders is an Associate at The Asia Group’s Southeast Asia Practice, where he conducts research and analysis on markets in maritime Southeast Asia and supports a range of clients. David is an experienced researcher and writer who has published widely on historical and geopolitical issues relating to maritime Southeast Asia, ranging from state formation […]
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Nirut Kunnawat is a Country Director for The Asia Group in Thailand. He has extensive experience working in both in the senior ranks of government and in the private sector. Nirut most notably served as Deputy Secretary-General to Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra in a role in which he was responsible for advising on critical topics
Nick Ackert is a Senior Associate and Deputy Director of Research at The Asia Group. As the lead author of TAG’s daily newswire, The Daily Asia, as well as the firm’s rapid-response Instant Insight memos and other analytic products, Nick investigates emerging business and diplomatic trends to inform clients about risks and opportunities throughout the
Melanie is an Associate in The Asia Group’s Southeast Asia practice, where she covers a broad range of political and economic topics to assist clients with strategic interests and equities in maritime Southeast Asia. Melanie brings over five years of experience serving in Asia-focused foreign policy and intelligence roles in the Australian government. She has provided advice
Sam Ide is a Vice President in the Asia Group’s China practice, where he advises clients on navigating policy developments and regulatory changes in China and regional geopolitical risk. An experienced practitioner across multiple issue areas, Sam has expertise in the healthcare, retail and consumer goods, and technology industries, as well as in applied political
Choong Hong is a Senior Associate at The Asia Group focusing on the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia. He helps clients monitor the rapidly changing policy landscape by conducting research and detailed analysis on political, industrial, and defense issues, with a focus on critical and emerging technologies, telecommunications, multilateral engagements, bilateral relations, and more. Prior
Jennifer Ratner is a Senior Advisor focused on corporate development advisory services, including originating and executing cross border strategic partnerships. Jen brings a deep financial analytical toolkit with investment banking and direct investing experience across multiple sectors, including technology and financial institutions. Jen started her career in the Investment Banking group at Bank of America
Rexon Y. Ryu is President of The Asia Group, Board Chair of The Asia Group Foundation, and host of the Tea Leaves Podcast. He leads The Asia Group’s practices on Defense & National Security and South Korea. Drawing on over two decades of experience working in global diplomacy, national policymaking, and executive leadership, Rexon offers
Basant S. Sanghera is a Managing Principal at The Asia Group. Basant brings extensive experience spearheading diplomatic initiatives to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic and commercial partnership. Prior to joining TAG, Basant served at the Department of State for 12 years as a South Asia policy expert. Basant helped develop and coordinate the U.S. Government’s strategic
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Nirav S. Patel is the Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of The Asia Group. He is responsible for the firm’s corporate strategy, digital transformation agenda, and management of a diverse portfolio of industry-leading corporate clients. Nirav is an entrepreneur with significant experience at the intersection of business and policy. He has
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