Todd Diamond

Background

About Todd Diamond

I am an international business development and strategic advisory leader with 25+ years of experience guiding governments, global foundations, and international organizations through complex political, social, and economic landscapes. My work has spanned across Latin America (LAC), Africa, the Middle East (EMEA), and Central Asia, where I’ve helped clients enter new markets, manage political risk, and strengthen operations in fragile and rapidly changing environments. I specialize in guiding corporations, investors, and governments as they manage risk, expand responsibly into emerging markets, and meet evolving ESG standards. My expertise lies at the intersection of social impact, political risk analysis, government relations, and strategic communications. I have led projects exceeding $400M in value, secured $250M+ in new business, and advised senior decision-makers on risk mitigation, governance, stakeholder engagement, and market-entry strategies. With deep experience in geopolitical risk management, public sector strengthening, crisis response, and ESG-related issues, I provide clients with practical insights that drive growth while ensuring resilience and compliance. My ESG-aligned risk management experience includes supporting disaster preparedness and resilience initiatives (environmental); strengthening public sector institutions, advancing inclusive development, and helping the private sector develop and sustain a social license to operate in local communities (social); and enhancing transparency, accountability, and compliance with international standards for multinational clients and donor agencies (governance). Earlier in my career, I managed communications strategies for global foundations, managed international media campaigns, and reported as a journalist from Congress, the United Nations in New York and Geneva, and conflict-affected regions. These experiences honed my ability to translate complex information into clear, persuasive messaging for diverse audiences – from policymakers and investors to local communities. I bring fluency in Spanish, proficiency in French, and a track record of building trusted networks across sectors and regions. Whether advising on strategic planning, risk management, stakeholder relations, or governance reform, my focus remains the same: delivering results that empower organizations to succeed in a volatile global environment.