American Global Strategies and Wellington Advocacy Formed Partnership
The two firms have entered a strategic alliance to provide clients with counsel on geopolitical risk, trade, and policy.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in International Relations
American Global Strategies and Wellington Advocacy have officially launched a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to provide clients with coordinated counsel on geopolitical risk, trade, tariffs, and policy throughout the United States, Canada, and allied markets.
Why it matters
The partnership is designed to assist clients in making complex business decisions shaped by international geopolitical factors. By integrating perspectives across U.S. and Canadian operations, the firms aim to help businesses navigate an increasingly volatile global landscape.
The partnership focuses on providing expertise on geopolitical risk and trade policy, leveraging a leadership team with extensive backgrounds in U.S. and international government. The scope of the work is defined by developments across the United States, Canada, and other allied markets.
The players
Robert C. O'Brien
He is a co-founder of American Global Strategies.
Alexander Gray
He is a co-founder of American Global Strategies.
Scott Morrison
He is a member of the leadership team and served as the 30th Prime Minister of Australia.
David Malpass
He serves as part of the leadership team for the newly formed partnership.
Chad Wolf
He is part of the leadership team providing strategic counsel to the firms clients.
The details
The two firms will collaborate on select client matters that require coordinated insight into international relations. This integration of expertise is intended to offer a unified advisory approach for businesses operating within North American and international trade environments.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The partnership between American Global Strategies and Wellington Advocacy was officially announced.
Political Context
Opponents of increased corporate involvement in trade policy often argue that such firms prioritize private interests over broader diplomatic or national security goals. Critics may question whether private sector counsel provides sufficient transparency when navigating sensitive state-level tariff negotiations and international relations.
For businesses operating internationally, this partnership signifies a shift toward more integrated risk management services when dealing with cross-border trade and policy changes. Companies can expect more robust, data-backed insights on how tariffs and geopolitical shifts will impact their bottom line in North American markets.
The takeaway
Businesses looking to mitigate risk should prioritize comprehensive analysis of geopolitical shifts before making major capital investments. Understanding the intersection of international policy and local trade impacts is essential for maintaining a competitive edge in volatile global markets.
Further reading
For broader insights on global trade dynamics, visit our International Relations section.
