Who we are

At GéoPoly Global, we conduct in-depth research and analysis on international security, tech policy, and global health trends, providing expertise and strategic foresight to help navigate an increasingly complex world. We are an independent, non-partisan platform committed to democratic values, international law, and the principles enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.

Our approach bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world decision-making. We integrate international policy frameworks with on-the-ground dynamics, combining geopolitical forecasting, economic analysis, and applied policy research to unpack shifting global power structures. Rather than adhering to a single analytical model, GéoPoly Global draws on competing and complementary frameworks to deliver rigorous and critical perspectives on current events.

At the core of GéoPoly Global is a multidisciplinary team of researchers and practitioners with backgrounds in medicine, international affairs, economics, public policy, and technology. Our diversity of expertise enables us to produce tailored research and actionable strategic recommendations that reflect the full complexity of today’s policy challenges.

Through a holistic and interdisciplinary lens, we explore the interconnected forces shaping global affairs and deliver insights to help institutions anticipate risks, adapt strategies, and drive meaningful impact. Industry professionals in healthcare, technology, AI, policy making, and economics around the world draw upon our insights to shape the future of global decision making.

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Meet the Team

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    Ralph Jalbout, MD

    Founder & Lead analyst

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    Sean Glatch

    Editor in Chief & Content Strategist

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    Sherry Lee

    Senior Analyst & Asia-Pacific Expert

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    Jared Finkel

    Analyst & Levant Expert

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    Randall Schmollinger

    Analyst & Tech Policy Expert

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    Elizabeth Volynsky-Lauzon

    Analyst & Eurasia Expert