Uniting Thought Leaders to Drive Profound Impact

Our Team

We are a team of seasoned journalists, top-tier scholars, and strategic consultants dedicated to delivering the most valuable content solutions through professional expertise and industry insights. We believe true thought leadership stems from in-depth research, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a keen understanding of societal trends.

Leadership

John Donahoe

Founder & CEO

Background:
  • Former Senior Editor at Harvard Business Review, leading major business trend features

  • Master’s in Journalism from Columbia University, skilled at bridging academic research and business communication

  • Content strategy advisor for multiple Fortune 500 companies

Mission:

"Our goal is not just to share information—it’s to inspire industry transformation."

Dr. Emily Decker

Director of Academic Collaboration & Research

Background:
  • Ph.D. in Sociology from Stanford University, former Senior Fellow at Brookings Institution

  • Led 20+ industry-academia projects, transforming scholarly insights into business value

  • Regular contributor to top journals like Nature and Harvard Business Review

Philosophy:

"Academic research shouldn’t be confined to ivory towers—it must drive business and societal progress."

Michael Rodriguez

Director of Content Strategy & Media Relations

Background:
  • Contributor to Fortune and Forbes with a decade of business journalism experience

  • Crafted brand narratives and PR campaigns for tech giants like Google and Microsoft

  • Expert in crisis communications and media relations

Approach:

"Great content isn’t just storytelling—it’s a strategic weapon."

Outstanding Team

Robert Taylor

Team Leader

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Aisha Khan

Deputy Team Leader

AishaKhan@vertexadvisory.net

James Wilson

Team Member/ Senior Content Director

JamesWilson@vertexadvisory.net

Sophia Chan

Team Member/ Research Coordinator

SophiaChan@vertexadvisory.net

Michael Brown

Team Member/ Senior Media Consultant

MichaelBrown@vertexadvisory.net

Olivia Zhang

Team Member/ Brand Strategist

OliviaZhang@vertexadvisory.net

Daniel Lee

Team Member/ Data Scientist

DanielLee@vertexadvisory.net

Emma Roberts

Team Member/ Content Strategist

EmmaRoberts@vertexadvisory.net

Haris Ali

Team Member/ Analyst

HarisAli@vertexadvisorygroup.net

Tan WeiMing

Team Member/ Analyst

TanWeiMing@vertexadvisory.net
Our Experts

We bring together senior journalists, industry analysts, data scientists, and editors worldwide, spanning technology, finance, healthcare, energy, and beyond.

Why Choose Us?

Deep Industry Knowledge

Team members average 5+ years of vertical expertise

Global Perspective

Coverage across North America, Europe, and Asia with multilingual services

Academia-Meets-Business

Partnerships with 100+ leading scholars to ensure authoritative content

Team Culture:

"We champion critical thinking, collaborative innovation, and prioritize client and societal impact above all."

Our Careers

Join Us—Shape the Future Through Idea

If you’re passionate about knowledge-sharing, eager to collaborate with top academics and industry leaders, and want your work to tangibly influence business and society, we’d love to meet you.

Why Us?

Work with the Best

Our team includes veteran journalists, think tank experts, and data scientists

High-Impact Projects

Your contributions will directly shape corporate strategies and public discourse

Flexible Growth

Remote work options, learning stipends, and rapid career advancement

Open Positions

Senior Content Strategist

Responsibilities:

  • Lead whitepapers and industry trend reports
  • Collaborate with scholars and executives to distill key insights
  • Optimize content distribution for maximum impact

Requirements:

  • 5+ years in business analysis, investigative journalism, or consulting
  • Exceptional writing and analytical skills; master’s degree preferred
  • SEO and data tool proficiency a plus

Academic Partnerships Manager

Responsibilities:

  • Build and manage a global scholar network for research-industry collaboration
  • Translate academic findings into strategic business insights
  • Organize forums, co-publishing, and thought leadership initiatives

Requirements:

  • 3+ years in academic publishing, research management, or think tanks
  • Strong networking and project management abilities
  • Master's/PhD preferred (social sciences, business, or STEM fields preferred)

Media Operations Specialist

Responsibilities:

  • Execute PR and media distribution strategies for client content
  • Cultivate media relationships to amplify visibility
  • Track performance metrics and refine content tactics

Requirements:

  • 3+ years in media operations, PR, or digital marketing
  • Expertise in platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, trade media)
  • Analytical skills (Google Analytics, social insights)