FOUNDER AND CEO
Global Strategist in Geopolitics
Leland Lazarus is the Founder and CEO of Lazarus Consulting, a firm specializing in strategic analysis, geopolitical communication, and cultural intelligence.
Biography
Education and Career
Academic Background and Executive Training
Leland Lazarus holds a strong academic foundation in International Relations, with a Bachelor’s degree from Brown University and a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy (MALD) from The Fletcher School at Tufts University, specializing in the Asia-Pacific region and international organizations.
He complements his expertise with executive certifications in Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain from MIT Sloan School of Management, integrating emerging technologies into his geopolitical analysis.
Professional Experience and National Security Leadership
With extensive experience in national security and diplomacy, Leland has held key roles such as Associate Director of National Security at Florida International University, leading projects with the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and developing AI tools to monitor China’s influence in Latin America.
He served as the Special Assistant and Speechwriter for two four-star SOUTHCOM Commanders and as a U.S. diplomat in China and the Caribbean, representing the U.S. Department of State in critical international missions.
Global Influence and Strategic Networks
In addition to his role as founder and CEO of
Lazarus Consulting, Leland is Vice Chair of the National Board of the Fulbright Association, is a term member of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), and a member of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations.
Fluent in Mandarin and Spanish, he regularly appears as an analyst on international media outlets such as NBC, BBC, and The Wall Street Journal, establishing himself as a leading expert on U.S.-China relations, China-Latin America dynamics, risk mitigation, and strategic communication.
Our Passion
Empowering Strategic Leadership in Global Geopolitics
- Enable governments, companies, and institutions to navigate complex geopolitical challenges.
- Specialize in U.S.-China and China-Latin America relations to unlock strategic opportunities.
- Provide precise analysis and actionable insights for informed decision-making.
- Bridge cultural and communication gaps to foster global collaboration.
- Anticipate risks and deliver forward-looking strategies for stability and growth.
- Facilitate seamless cooperation between public and private sectors worldwide.
- Establish Lazarus Consulting as the trusted partner in global intelligence and strategy.
