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WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TD International LLC (TDI), the strategic advisory and risk intelligence firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Truesdale as its new Chief Executive Officer. Truesdale brings dynamic leadership and deep expertise in geopolitics and global markets to TDI’s industry-leading strategic advisory, business intelligence, and compliance risk management solutions.

During his 25-year career in strategy and risk management, Truesdale has a demonstrated track record of leading through growth and innovation across business and government. As a management consultant and risk advisor at leading international firms, he has supported major investors, top global asset managers, Fortune 500 companies, and large public sector institutions on topics spanning five continents and multiple industries. He previously served as Chief of Staff at the US Embassy in Pakistan and Special Assistant to two Deputy Secretaries of State, with additional diplomatic postings in Russia, Ukraine, and Hungary, and at the US Mission to the OSCE. Truesdale is a Foreign Area Officer in the US Navy reserve. He holds degrees from Stanford, Harvard, and the Fletcher School at Tufts.

“We are excited to welcome Jay as TDI’s new CEO. His experience advising investors and high-level policy makers on geopolitical risk will bring invaluable insights to our clients grappling with ever-evolving risk factors,” said TDI’s Founder and Managing Partner, William Green.

TDI Managing Partner Ron Slimp said, “Jay brings a track record of exemplary leadership and service to TDI. His strategic orientation will take TDI into its next stage of growth as the premier advisor for clients seeking actionable intelligence and informed risk management.”

Truesdale stated, “I am honored to serve as TDI’s CEO and look forward to working with William, Ron, and the first-class team at TDI. The firm’s reputation for delivering on behalf of its clients in some of the world’s most challenging operating environments gives us an unrivaled platform for continued growth and impact.”