Straife Experts
From geostrategic advisory to risk management to compliance, to on-the-ground support, our team meets client requirements across the globe.
Unparalleled Expertise
Our team of specialists draws upon decades of experience in diplomacy, law enforcement, intelligence, public policy, corporate M&A, and digital innovation to deliver solutions that meet the needs of each client. Straife experts provide comprehensive solutions based on their combined expertise in both government and corporate spheres.
Deep knowledge, broad experience
Joseph Fleming is the CEO and Managing Director of Straife. He brings a unique combination of expertise in both the corporate and political worlds to Straife, having spent many years managing corporate M&A transactions before representing high-profile political clients such as the governments of Pakistan and Libya.
Prior to joining Straife, Jason worked for the office of U.S. Senator Ted Cruz beginning in February 2018 as the Southeast Texas Regional Director, where he regularly met with elected officials, business leaders, stakeholders, and constituent groups to address their concerns and promote economic growth for the region.
Ronald Gualy is a highly qualified and experienced executive. His successful career includes creating value, identifying and formulating strategic, revenue-generating opportunities, projects, partnerships, joint ventures, acquisitions, and alliances within the energy, renewables, technology, and engineering industries.
Bahadır Kaleağası is the President of the Paris Bosphorus Institute and lecturer at the Galatasaray University in Istanbul on international economic relations, sustainable development, and European integration.
Craig Lebamoff is a Managing Director at Straife and advises on human trafficking, customs enforcement, border security, mass migration planning, and other related topics, including U.S. State Department funding sources available to foreign governments.
Yadel Öskan is a Managing Director at Straife. Having been born in Frankfurt, Yadel studied German Language and Linguistics as well as literature at Istanbul University. A lifelong entrepreneur and investor, he founded multiple companies throughout his career in a myriad of industries.
Deep knowledge, broad experience
Joseph Fleming
Co-Founder & CEOJoseph Fleming
Co-Founder & CEOJoseph Fleming is the CEO and Managing Director of Straife. He brings a unique combination of expertise in both the corporate and political worlds to Straife, having spent many years managing corporate M&A transactions before representing high-profile political clients such as the governments of Pakistan and Libya.
James Conway
Co-Founder & Managing DirectorJames Conway
Co-Founder & Managing DirectorJason Fuller
Managing Director, Global DevelopmentJason Fuller
Managing Director, Global DevelopmentRon Gualy
Managing DirectorRon Gualy
Managing DirectorAlket Hyseni
Managing DirectorAlket Hyseni
Managing DirectorCraig Lebamoff
Managing DirectorCraig Lebamoff
Managing DirectorBahadır Kaleağası
Managing DirectorBahadır Kaleağası
Managing DirectorBahadır Kaleağası is President of the Paris Bosphorus Institute, lecturer at the Istanbul Galatasaray University, Brussels Energy Club's honorary president, and board or advisory member in several companies and European institutions. Former CEO of TUSIAD and executive board member of BusinessEurope, he has decades-long international executive experience and advises clients on Transatlantic and European affairs and global operations.
Yadel Oskan
Managing DirectorYadel Oskan
Managing DirectorValerie Golson
Chief Operations OfficerValerie Golson
Chief Operations OfficerBrendan Fleming
General CounselBrendan Fleming
General CounselBurak Dimici
Vice President, Legal & ComplianceBurak Dimici
Vice President, Legal & ComplianceVictor Salinas
Vice President, EcuadorVictor Salinas
Vice President, EcuadorStephen Guice
Director of AnalyticsStephen Guice
Director of AnalyticsLauren Gilmore
Director, CommunicationsLauren Gilmore
Director, CommunicationsLauren Gilmore is an award-winning digital communications strategist with over ten years of experience in strategic communication in both the private and non-profit sectors. Her oversight includes corporate and asset-level communications for Straife and its sister companies around the world. She is responsible for advancing the firm and its client's strategic messaging, brand perception, thought leadership profile, and internal communication. A former editor and educator, Lauren is passionate about media relations, public education, gender equality, and the arts. As Straife's Communications Director, Lauren oversees all communications involving the organization, its clients, and the broader ecosystems that support them.
Tulay Spicker
Director, Business DevelopmentTulay Spicker
Director, Business DevelopmentMurat Seyrek
Senior AdvisorMurat Seyrek
Senior AdvisorIn his role as a senior advisor, Murat specializes in EU regulations, particularly those related to ESG/sustainability, critical raw materials, forced labor, and the EU Green Deal. He assists clients in gaining a comprehensive understanding of regulatory and policy changes within the EU, along with insight into the risks and opportunities associated with existing, new, and forthcoming legislation and policies.
Cecilia Thorn
Senior AdvisorCecilia Thorn
Senior AdvisorAs a senior advisor at Straife, Cecilia brings a wealth of expertise in helping organizations navigate EU policy and regulatory developments in a wide range of policy domains. She helps boards, C-suit, and senior leadership navigate complex ESG strategies, including emerging trends and international and EU regulatory developments.
Selin Bülbül
Business Development ManagerSelin Bülbül
Business Development ManagerLiliana Bakayoko
ConsultantLiliana Bakayoko
ConsultantAziz Barzani
Senior ConsultantAziz Barzani
Senior ConsultantAziz Barzani is a Senior Consultant at Straife. An academician and historian with ample years of experience as a business consultant and strategic affairs expert, Aziz has spent decades working on foreign policy and diplomatic representation efforts in Kurdistan, specifically building relations between the country with the U.S. and Turkey.
Matthew Bryza
Senior AdvisorMatthew Bryza
Senior AdvisorLuke Calhoun
Senior ConsultantLuke Calhoun
Senior ConsultantMichael Clarke
Senior ConsultantMichael Clarke
Senior ConsultantYolanda Caraway
Senior AdvisorYolanda Caraway
Senior AdvisorKevin Countie
Senior ConsultantKevin Countie
Senior ConsultantMike Croissant
Senior ConsultantMike Croissant
Senior ConsultantStuart Jolly
Senior AdvisorStuart Jolly
Senior AdvisorChris Laursen
Senior ConsultantChris Laursen
Senior ConsultantRay Leonard
Senior ConsultantRay Leonard
Senior ConsultantJason Llorenz
Senior AdvisorJason Llorenz
Senior AdvisorMike Longhauser
Senior ConsultantMike Longhauser
Senior ConsultantMichael Messier
Senior ConsultantMichael Messier
Senior ConsultantMichael Murphy
Senior AdvisorMichael Murphy
Senior AdvisorMichael Murphy is a trailblazing international relations expert, real estate developer, and entrepreneur with a remarkable background built on over 25 years of experience. Michael forges critical alliances and strategic partnerships with global corporations and foreign governments. With expert knowledge in cyber intelligence, risk management, and business development, he leverages cutting-edge technologies with human expertise to turn creative ideas into successful business strategies.
Justin Niederer
Senior ConsultantJustin Niederer
Senior ConsultantStephanie Rice
Senior ConsultantStephanie Rice
Senior ConsultantLoubna Salagh
Senior ConsultantLoubna Salagh
Senior ConsultantAs a legal consultant for a U.S. immigration firm, Loubna Salagh has a strong background in immigration and corporate law, especially in regard to the immigration and interview process and the reporting requirements demanded by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Combined with her experience in Business Development, Loubna is an expert in translating and harmonizing treaties, corporate charters, joint ventures, and immigration-related documents that provide clients with the latest and most appropriate immigration strategies in the United States and around the world.