David Boling is Managing Director for Japan at The Asia Group, based in Tokyo. He brings thirty years of experience from senior positions with the U.S government, non-profit organizations, and private sector businesses. As Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Japan during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations, David negotiated Japan-related provisions on agriculture and
Leah Hammond is a Vice President at The Asia Group (TAG), where she partners directly with the Chairman to drive key strategic initiatives across the firm. She advises clients on geopolitical, economic, and regulatory developments across the Indo-Pacific, offering strategic insights into regional risks and opportunities. Before joining TAG, Leah served in a range of
Sung Young Jang is an Associate at The Asia Group, where he analyzes complex geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics and provides actionable insights to support clients navigating South Korea’s evolving policy and market landscape. Based in the Seoul office, Sung Young brings deep expertise in Northeast Asia’s political and economic environment, with a focus on regulatory
Eric D. Boyle is a Managing Principal at The Asia Group, where he leads the transformation of the firm’s business development (BD) strategy and infrastructure, secures new business, and launches new service lines to support ambitious growth across the Indo-Pacific region and globally. Eric is an international strategic growth executive with over two decades of
Nisha Biswal is a Partner at The Asia Group and a leading voice on economic and geopolitical trends in South Asia and the broader Indo-Pacific. She brings over 30 years of experience in U.S. foreign policy, international trade and economic development across the Executive Branch, in Congress, and the private sector. With her deep networks
Melanie Kilby is an Associate Vice President in The Asia Group’s Australia practice. Based in Sydney, Melanie helps clients navigate the political, economic, and regulatory landscape across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific. Melanie draws on her experience working in the Australian government, Washington, D.C., and Southeast Asia to identify cross-market opportunities and support business
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
Ashok Malik is a Partner at The Asia Group and Chair of its New Delhi-based subsidiary in India where he leads the firm’s in-market business strategy and services. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in government, media, and thought leadership Ashok is a recognized specialist on India’s policy landscape and the intersection of business
Jim Loi is Managing Partner and a member of The Asia Group’s Board of Directors. He previously served as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer from 2016-2024. Jim contributes to the firm’s corporate strategy and growth agendas, oversees the onboarding and integration of senior talent, and manages a diverse portfolio of corporate clients largely focused on
Mark Linscott is a Senior Advisor with The Asia Group, where he works closely with clients on trade and investment priorities across South Asia. He also serves as a Senior Fellow with the Atlantic Council’s South Asia Center. Previously, Mark was the Assistant U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) for South and Central Asian Affairs from December