Why Your Team Is Distracted by International Risk and What to Do About It Let’s call it what it is: we’re living in a threat-rich environment. Not theoretical threats, not abstract risks — real, tangible geopolitical instability knocking at the corporate front door. War in Europe. A volatile Middle East. The potential return of Trump…
Dr. Shan Nair is an entrepreneur and consultant on international expansion and provides great insights on identifying and managing international risks. He was the first to spot and develop the niche market of International Expansion Services, which was previously fragmented. In the process he has worked with many companies in their early stages who have since become…
This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with Dr. Shan Nair, a global authority on international business expansion and strategic risk advisory. In this high-impact episode, they unpack the real-world implications of geopolitical instability, regulatory shifts, and trade policy disruptions on corporate expansion. From tariff risks to the rising cost of…
In an increasingly interconnected world, businesses seeking international expansion face a landscape shaped by both opportunity and complexity. As we move through 2025, organisations must navigate evolving geopolitical tensions, shifting regulatory frameworks, and cultural nuances that can make or break their global strategies. From tariffs and trade barriers to talent acquisition and cultural adaptation, international…
Author: Camila Mateos Betancourt We live in a world where cultures, societies, politics, and economies are deeply interconnected. Events in one part of the globe can directly or indirectly impact people in distant regions. This interconnectedness brings significant risks, including health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, trade wars disrupting supply chains, and an increase in…
This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Muraly Srinarayanathas to The International Risk Podcast for a compelling discussion on the balance between global integration and local adaptation in todayâs business landscape. Together, they explore how understanding cultural differences can enhance business strategy, why companies sometimes overlook local environments, and the risks and opportunities of embracing multiculturalism in…
Muraly Srinarayanathas, author of Between Borders, Beyond Boundaries: Strategies for Authentic Business Engagement in an Interconnected World, is a global strategist and serial entrepreneur. He is co-founder and executive chairman of 369 Global, a conglomerate involved in skills training and workforce development, media and communications, and global market facilitation. He also founded 3 Magazine, a luxury…
Author: Camila Mateos Betancourt State-sponsored cyberattacks, and cyber threats in general, are complex issues that many may choose to overlook due to a lack of expertise. However, in today’s digitally interconnected world, no one is immune; whether you are a government, a business, or a private citizen, you can become a target. To gain deeper…
This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with John Bruce, an expert in cybersecurity law and policy, to explore the evolution of state-sponsored cyber activity, and what these developments mean for businesses and governments worldwide. Cyber operations have changed significantly over the last few decades. Once highly targeted and discreet, state-sponsored cyber…
Author: Camila Mateos Betancourt The United States, led by Trump, is becoming an increasingly unreliable ally for Europe as it aligns with Russia’s priorities at the expense of Ukraine’s security and sovereignty. The U.S. showed the world just how far it was willing to go in pursuit of its own agenda with the public humiliation…
