Aegean Strategies

Shari Bryan is the founder and partner of Aegean Strategies LLC, a strategic advisory firm working at the intersection of international development, private philanthropy, foreign policy and global corporate engagement. With over 30 years of managing complex political relationships in 65 emerging markets, Aegean Strategies helps clients with strategic planning, risk management and operational readiness. From emerging markets such as Nigeria, to active conflict zones and fragile states, Aegean Strategies can provide insight and engagement with politicians, community leaders, international diplomats and the private sector on issues of democracy, governance, public policy, and ESG. Prior to establishing Aegean Strategies, Bryan served as Executive Vice President of the National Democratic Institute, one of the largest non-governmental democracy and governance organizations in the world. She also held the position of Regional Director for Southern and East Africa, managing relationships and projects in 17 Sub-Saharan countries. Previously, Shari worked for the US Agency for International Development, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia and the Government of the Republic of Palau. She has lived in Latin America, Europe, Africa and the Western Pacific and worked in more than 50 countries around the globe.