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Meet Our Leadership & Research Team

At KshetraPulse, our leadership team brings together experience, innovation, and purpose. Each member plays a vital role in driving our mission — to deliver intelligent, data-driven solutions that empower organizations across the world.

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Phil Smith

Senior Defence & Security Researcher

Phil Smith

Senior Defence & Security Researcher

Phil focuses on regional military capabilities, defense procurement, and security modernization in the Middle East and North Africa. With over 8 years of experience in defense research and strategic studies, he contributes to assessing regional force structures and emerging security trends.

Arjun Mehta

Director, South Asia Intelligence

Arjun Mehta

Director, South Asia Intelligence

Arjun Mehta leads the South Asia Intelligence unit, focusing on OSINT research, regional monitoring, and conflict analysis across the Indian subcontinent. With extensive experience in defense and geopolitical research, he plays a key role in developing data-driven insights and reports on emerging security trends in South Asia.

Sophia Lee

Head of Geopolitical Insights & Editorial Strategy

Sophia Lee

Head of Geopolitical Insights & Editorial Strategy

Sophia coordinates research briefs, editorial quality, and content strategy. With over 7 years of experience in geopolitical journalism and analysis, she ensures that all reports maintain analytical depth, accuracy, and clarity for global readers.

Charlotte Reid

Chief Customer Officer

Charlotte Reid

Chief Customer Officer

Charlotte Reid ensures that the voice of the customer remains central to everything KshetraPulse does. He leads global customer success and service excellence teams, focusing on long-term relationships and continuous improvement. His career includes leadership roles in open-source intelligence and customer strategy.

Olivia Hartman

Chief Commercial Officer, International

Olivia Hartman

Chief Commercial Officer, International

Olivia manages KshetraPulse’s commercial operations across global markets, developing strategies that expand the company’s international footprint. With over 25 years of experience in government, consulting, and technology sectors, he ensures that KshetraPulse continues to grow as a trusted global intelligence partner.

Alexander Grant

Chief Financial Officer

Alexander Grant

Chief Financial Officer

Alexander oversees all financial operations at KshetraPulse, including corporate finance, investments, and business planning. With more than 15 years in financial leadership roles, Chris ensures the company’s financial health and supports sustainable growth strategies. His prior experience includes senior positions in finance and operations within international organizations.

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