FOUNDER, DIRECTOR

Ben leads the GIE Foundation, overseeing its strategic direction, advocacy and partnerships in conjunction with the Board of Directors.

OPERATIONS LEAD, DIRECTOR

Francesca oversees all operations, compliance, and internal systems at GIEF. She is responsible for building the infrastructure that supports the Foundation’s research, partnerships, and growth.

RESEARCH LEAD

Sandro leads the GIE Foundation’s research team, overseeing the development of high-impact research projects and providing technical guidance on topic selection, methodology, and feasibility.

COMMUNICATIONS LEAD

Nick leads communications at the GIE Foundation, shaping the narrative across all public outputs, overseeing editorial strategy, and managing external engagement.

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.

BOARD SECRETARY, DIRECTOR

Erik serves as Board Secretary of the GIE Foundation, supporting governance, compliance, and legal assistance.

BOARD TREASURER, DIRECTOR

Cortney serves as Treasurer of the GIE Foundation, providing strategic oversight on financial management, compliance, governance, and operations.

CONTRIBUTOR

Tanya Perchyk is an epidemiologist and researcher specialising in data-driven analysis of public systems, including AI governance, infrastructure resilience, and demographic dynamics.

CONTRIBUTOR

Ana Emdin is a film producer with a background in strategic communication and narrative development.

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.

CONTRIBUTOR

Sara Pane is a PhD candidate in the Joint International Doctorate in Social Representations, Culture and Communication at Sapienza University of Rome.

CONTRIBUTOR

Florian Ulrich Jehn is a senior researcher in environmental science specializing in food security, climate impacts, and civilizational resilience.

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.