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Bennett Iorio
FOUNDER, DIRECTOR
Ben leads the GIE Foundation, overseeing its strategic direction, advocacy and partnerships in conjunction with the Board of Directors.
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Francesca Sturiale
OPERATIONS LEAD, DIRECTOR
Francesca oversees all operations, compliance, and internal systems at the GIE Foundation. She is responsible for building the infrastructure that supports the Foundation’s research, partnerships, and growth.
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Sandro Sousa
RESEARCH ADVISOR
Sandro advises on the GIE Foundation's research direction, providing guidance on topic selection, methodology, and project feasibility.
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Nick Rowcliffe
COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR
Nick advises on communications for the GIE Foundation, providing guidance on narrative development, editorial strategy, and external engagement.
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Tom Walsh
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, DIRECTOR
Tom serves as Chairman of the Board at the GIE Foundation, bringing deep experience at the intersection of public health, international development, and strategic advocacy.
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Erik Reisenfeld
BOARD SECRETARY, DIRECTOR
Erik serves as Board Secretary of the GIE Foundation, supporting governance, compliance, and legal assistance.
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Cortney Busch
BOARD TREASURER, DIRECTOR
Cortney serves as Treasurer of the GIE Foundation, providing strategic oversight on financial management, compliance, governance, and operations.
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Tanya Perchyk
CONTRIBUTOR
Tanya Perchyk is an epidemiologist and researcher specialising in data-driven analysis of public systems, including AI governance, infrastructure resilience, and demographic dynamics.
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Ana Emdin
CONTRIBUTOR
Ana Emdin is a film producer with a background in strategic communication and narrative development.
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Davide E. Iannace
CONTRIBUTOR
Davide E. Iannace is a Senior Expert at Intellera Consulting, part of Accenture. He works in policy analysis on behalf of the European Commission and various public entities in Italy.
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Sara Pane
CONTRIBUTOR
Sara Pane holds a PhD in the Joint International Doctorate in Social Representations, Culture and Communication at Sapienza University of Rome.
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Florian Ulrich Jehn
CONTRIBUTOR
Florian Ulrich Jehn is a senior researcher in environmental science specializing in food security, climate impacts, and civilizational resilience.
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Parvina Huseynova
CONTRIBUTOR
Parvina Huseynova is a London-based geopolitical strategist and public affairs consultant of Azerbaijani origin, specialising in South Caucasus dynamics, Azerbaijan-UK relations, energy security, and regional stability.