Meet Maximilian
Prof Maximilian Mayer is an assistant professor for international relations and global politics of technology at the University of Bonn. His research currently focuses on the intersection of infrastructure and emerging technologies, order and international affairs.
Meet Janardhan
Dr N. Janardhan is an Indian political analyst based in the United Arab Emirates since 2000. With expertise on Gulf foreign policies and diplomatic practices, his fifth book is titled 'Global Gulf' (Gerlach, 2026), which focuses on middle powers, multialignment and minilateralism. He is also a non-resident fellow at the Arab Gulf States Institute, Washington.
Meet Laura
Dr. Laura Mahrenbach is an Adjunct Professor at the Technical University of Munich's School of Social Sciences and Technology, a Senior Advisor at DC-based consulting firm Cascade Advisory, and a non-resident Fellow at the Quincy Institute. She holds a PhD in International Political Economy from the Ruhr University of Bochum as well as Google's Data Analytics Professional Certificate.
Areas of expertise:
Global (power) politics and technology especially AI and big data; Emerging markets, especially Brazil, India, China, and the BRICS; Global governance in all forms; International political economy; US foreign and domestic policy.
Meet Gedaliah
Dr. Gedaliah Afterman is a foreign-policy strategist and former diplomat specialising in cross-regional cooperation, superpower competition, and the role of middle and tech-enabled powers. His work focuses on translating geopolitical change into practical frameworks for cooperation across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
He brings extensive experience working with governments, think tanks, the private sector, and international partners on China policy, Indo-Pacific and Middle East dynamics, and emerging minilateral formats. His background includes strategic policy roles in the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, service at the Australian Embassy in Beijing, and senior positions in think tanks and academia. He holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne and is actively engaged in shaping cross-regional academic and policy dialogue.
Meet Denise
Denise Feldner is a lawyer specializing in infrastructure, new technologies and corporate development. She has been working internationally and interdisciplinary for many years and has worked in the sectors of legal advice, science and research management, but also for financial investors. She has worked intensively in the fields of strategy, geopolitics, change through new technologies and state sovereignty.
Meet Daniel
Dr. Daniel Cohen leads R&D projects in AI and cybersecurity, specialising in threat intelligence and risk assessment of emerging technologies. He oversees complex technological initiatives and researches human-AI collaboration frameworks.
Areas of expertise include:
CTI, OSINT, influence operations and disinformation, technology risk assessment, emerging technologies evaluation, and AI-driven data analysis.
Meet Hosni
Dr Hosni Ghedira is a strategic innovation leader and R&D executive with over 20 years of experience driving large-scale technology and sustainability initiatives across the MENA region. He has led award-winning research centers and built landmark partnerships at the intersection of AI, space technology, clean energy, climate resilience, water security, and public policy. He has served as a founding director, research strategist, and advisor to institutions like IRENA, World Bank, and the UN. Dr. Ghedira is also a board member of regional and international science and energy bodies, recognized for his ability to bridge academia, policy, and industry for sustainable innovation. In parallel with his academic and institutional roles, he selectively advises governments, multilaterals, and mission-driven ventures on foresight, AI-driven initiatives, energy transition, and innovation ecosystems.
Meet Yossi
Prof. Yossi Mann is an expert on the socio-economic landscape of the Arab Gulf, focusing specifically on regional energy markets. He possesses significant experience in integrating human intelligence with AI capabilities for researching society, economics, and analyzing political and security risks across the Middle East.
Meet Shlomo
Prof. Shlomo Hasson is Professor Emeritus at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he continues to teach and conduct research. For over five decades, he served in the Department of Geography, the Institute of Urban and Regional Studies, and the School of Public Policy. He holds the Leon Safdie Chair in Urban and Regional Planning and served as Head of the James Shasha Center for Strategic Studies at the Hebrew University for 12 years.
In addition to his academic leadership, Professor Hasson took part in preparing several of Israel’s most significant national planning efforts, including the National Outline Plan for Israel 35, and the Israel 2048 plan.
Meet Ilan
Dr. Ilan Gildin is the founder of LEA-Pi, a hedge fund that specialises in Emerging Markets' publicly traded firms. He is the former Chief Economist and Head of the Economic Department, Israeli Securities Authority (ISA). He holds Ph.D. in Finance from Bar-Ilan University and is a Senior Lecturer in Finance, Macroeconomics, and Fintech at Tel Aviv University & Singapore Management University.
Meet Tal
Tal Inbar is a leading expert in space, missile, and UAV programs with over 30 years of experience analyzing international aerospace capabilities. Senior Research Fellow at the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance and former Director of the Space and UAV Research Center at the Fisher Institute.
Strategic consultant to the Israel Space Agency and major Defense industries. Frequent speaker at various international academic forums and international entities including the UN, EU Parliament, the US senate and more.
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Operating at the intersection of strategy, research, and real-world engagement, Geo Horizon is a multidisciplinary platform that turns ideas into policy innovation and practical action.
Our work spans comparative studies, regional dialogue initiatives, and collaborative frameworks that bring together government institutions, private sector partners, and academic centers.
We focus on translating complex geopolitical dynamics into actionable strategies that support cooperation, stability, and long-term impact across regions.ster cooperation and stability across regions.
