Think Tank & Strategic Advisory
Long-horizon strategic counsel drawing on a network of policy, security, and economic experts.
The Practice
Underground’s think-tank practice is where independent research meets practical advice. We convene experts, publish original analysis and advise leaders on long-horizon questions of policy, markets and security.
The work serves two purposes: it sharpens the counsel we give clients, and it contributes to a wider, better-informed public conversation.
How We Help
Policy research and white papers
Original, rigorous analysis on questions of public policy and international affairs.
Expert convenings
Closed-door roundtables and forums that bring the right voices together.
Long-horizon strategy
Scenario work and strategic planning for institutions with multi-year views.
Leadership dialogues
Structured conversations between senior leaders across government, business and academia.
Capacity building
Workshops and advisory support to strengthen institutional analytic capability.
Published insights
Our own analysis, shared through the Insights section of this site.
From First Conversation to Lasting Result
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Step 1
Question
We start with a question that matters, not a conclusion we want.
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Step 2
Research
We assemble evidence and expert perspective.
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Step 3
Test
We challenge findings with practitioners who have to live with them.
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Step 4
Share
We publish or brief, in the form that best serves the audience.
What Clients Gain
- Clearer thinking on complex, long-term questions
- Informed leaders and stronger institutions
- Original analysis that moves a conversation forward
- A trusted network of experts and practitioners
Sectors Where We Apply This
How You Can Engage Us
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