MSI², founded by Dr. Rafael Marrero, is a nonpartisan, conservative think tank that promotes stability, democracy, and prosperity in Latin America while addressing the global challenge posed by the People’s Republic of China.
We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) dedicated to advancing policy research, strategic intelligence, training, and consulting services. Drawing on decades of experience in both the public and private sectors, we deliver innovative, actionable solutions to complex challenges.
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- Geopolitical and Economic Analysis
- Technological Threat Assessments
- Critical Resources
- Training
- Advisory and Consulting
- Public Affairs and Legislative Advocacy
- Risk and Threat Analysis
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These memberships underscore our commitment to remaining at the forefront of intelligence, economic, and technological discussions.
MSI² draws upon a diverse network of senior analysts, public affairs specialists, veterans, and subject-matter experts. Below is a partial list of key professionals on our team:
Arthur A. Estopinan
Sr. Fellow | International and Public Affairs Chief | Government Relations

Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Octavio Perez
Senior Fellow – Politico-Military Affairs

Dr. Luis Noguerol, Ph.
Senior Principal Consultant – Cyber Security / Chief Information Systems Security Officer

LCDR Jesús D. Romero, USN (Ret.)
Senior Fellow | Senior Principal Consultant – LATAM

David A. Grantham, Ph.D.
SME | Senior Fellow — Crime-Terror Nexus in Latin America

CDR (Ret.) José Adán Gutiérrez, M.A.
Senior Fellow | Senior Principal Consultant – LATAM

Willie Lora
Senior Fellow – International Affairs Analyst – Political Crisis Communications / News Research / Category One Special Events Management

Dr. Angel Díaz
Technology, operations, and organizational science.

Alexis Torres
Senior Fellow | Public Safety & Homeland Security

María Herrera Mellado, PhD
Senior Fellow – International Law & National Security

Leonardo Morales Coca
Senior Fellow | Investigative Journalist

Jaime (Jimmy) Gonzalez
Senior Fellow, Military Intelligence

Frank Rodriguez
Senior Fellow

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