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.
Our Capabilities
Practice Areas:
- Geopolitical and Economic Analysis
- Technological Threat Assessments
- Critical Resources
- Training
Specialized Services:
- Advisory and Consulting
- Public Affairs and Legislative Advocacy
- Risk and Threat Analysis
Memberships
These memberships underscore our commitment to remaining at the forefront of intelligence, economic, and technological discussions.
Our Experts
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
María C. Werlau
Senior Fellow | SME – Cuba
Jaime (Jimmy) Gonzalez
Senior Fellow, Military Intelligence
Frank Rodriguez
Senior Fellow
Leonardo Morales Coca
Senior Fellow | Communications & Financial Analysis
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Analysis
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Por, Leonardo Morales, Senior Fellow, MSI² La Unión Europea, China y Canadá anunciaron represalias a los aranceles del 25% al acero y el aluminio impu
12 April, 2025¿Qué existe detrás de la puerta? AMOS Global Energy Management en el petróleo y gas de Venezuela
Por, William Acosta, SME, MSI2 Jesús Daniel Romero, Senior Fellow, MSI2 En el intrincado ámbito de la energía global, AMOS Global Energy Management es
23 February, 2025¿Será el presidente de Argentina investigado por el caso de la criptomoneda? Un análisis estratégico
Por, William Acosta, SME, MSI2 Jesús Daniel Romero, Senior Fellow, MSI2 La situación judicial del presidente argentino Javier Milei se ha intensificad
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