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Kip Edwards
President
As President of RosettiStarr, Kip Edwards oversees firm strategy and execution, ensuring that every client engagement is backed by rigorous standards, disciplined execution, and the full weight of the firm's global capabilities. He serves as a trusted advisor to the boards, executive teams, and legal counsel of the world's largest hedge funds, private equity firms, and multinational corporations, guiding them through their most complex vulnerabilities and highest-stakes opportunities. He oversees the firm's global intelligence apparatus to ensure precise execution across diverse legal environments and geographies. Under his leadership, RosettiStarr has advised on institutional-scale investments worth hundreds of billions of dollars, supported civil claims exceeding $19 billion, secured a record-setting $500 million judgment for a private client, and gathered the evidence that shut down the largest human trafficking portal on the internet. Kip holds a J.D. from Catholic University and a B.S. from the University of Maryland.
J.D., Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America
B.S., University of Maryland
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Anthony Sartori
Chief Operating Officer
Anthony Sartori has over 25 years of experience advising law firms, financial institutions, corporations, and investors on complex due diligence, disputes, and strategic intelligence matters. He has led thousands of investigative reviews supporting mergers and acquisitions, contributed to the recovery of millions of dollars in assets, and supported litigation teams in matters involving financial misconduct. At RosettiStarr, he leads the firm’s Professional Services Group, overseeing the execution of complex investigative engagements and advising clients on investigative strategy to ensure high-stakes matters are delivered with precision. His work helps translate investigative findings into actionable insights that drive investment outcomes and protect capital. He holds an M.A. in International Commerce and Policy from George Mason University and a B.A. from Ohio Wesleyan University.
He holds an undergraduate degree from Ohio Wesleyan University and a master’s degree in International Commerce and Policy from George Mason University.
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Matt Clark
Chief Risk Officer
Matt Clark architects enterprise security frameworks that safeguard intellectual property, protect personnel, and minimize operational liability for clients worldwide. As Chief Risk Officer, he directs both RosettiStarr's internal security protocols and the external risk management strategies of multinational corporations, coordinating a specialized network of assets and investigators across the Americas, Europe, and Asia to address complex, cross-border threats. His oversight integrates physical security, operational resilience, and targeted fraud investigations to protect client operations across diverse environments. Matt holds a B.A. from the University of North Carolina.
B.A., University of North Carolina
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Andrew Gentin
Managing Director | General Counsel | Head of Global Investigations & Compliance
Andrew Gentin leads the firm’s global investigations and compliance practices, and serves as RosettiStarr's General Counsel. An expert in corporate enforcement and due diligence, he provides risk-based solutions for complex regulatory environments and oversees high-stakes corporate monitorships. Andrew joined RosettiStarr in 2025 following a distinguished career as a senior official at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Most recently, Andrew served as Chief of the DOJ Fraud Section’s Corporate Enforcement and Compliance Unit. In this role, he directed all corporate enforcement and monitorship matters for the Fraud Section, specializing in the structural and compliance components of FCPA, securities fraud, and money laundering resolutions. His tenure at the Justice Department was marked by his leadership in developing national corporate enforcement policies and serving on the Deputy Attorney General’s Corporate Crime Advisory Group.
On the international stage, Andrew represented the United States at the OECD’s Working Group on Bribery and chaired the Law Enforcement Officials Group, coordinating anti-corruption efforts among 46 member nations. His foundational experience includes 12 years as a federal prosecutor in the FCPA Unit, where he led many of the Department’s most significant foreign bribery prosecutions. Andrew holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and a B.A. from Amherst College.
Joe Andrews
Managing Director | Head of Human Intelligence
Joe Andrews has more than two decades of experience in national security, corporate intelligence, and investigations, as well as strategic advisory in private institutions, international organizations, and government. He has advised C-suite executives and heads of state, and his client engagements and overseas assignments have spanned countries in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, many in frontier markets or hostile environments.
As a senior intelligence officer with the US government, Joe led and served in mission critical units assessing potential threats to national security, producing analysis for senior US policymakers, including two Presidents and their cabinets, and supporting covert operations. Previously, he held assignments with the UN, an international NGO, and the State Department at the US Mission to the UN. Joe taught graduate-level courses on global security and post-conflict transition at several universities, including Columbia, Georgetown, and George Washington.
Master’s degree, Columbia University
Bachelor’s degree, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (highest honors)
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Mykyta Baryshev
Managing Director | Head of Due Diligence
Mykyta Baryshev leads RosettiStarr's due diligence practice, bringing deep expertise in enhanced due diligence and risk assessments across private placements, acquisitions, and complex transactions involving major institutional investors worth tens of billions of dollars. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked in corporate ethics and compliance, leading compliance training across a multinational corporation and directing due diligence processes for third-party intermediaries. Mykyta holds an M.B.A. from American University and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Virginia.
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Justin McLendon
Managing Director | Head of Executive Screening
Justin McLendon leads RosettiStarr’s executive screening practice, delivering the critical transparency clients need before finalizing high-stakes leadership appointments and corporate transactions. For over twenty years, he has led executive-level background reviews and pre-transactional due diligence for private equity firms, family offices, enterprise software companies, and legal services. Justin's sophisticated approach to open-source intelligence (OSINT), public record data, and international court structures ensures that corporate intelligence and litigation support clients receive precise, synthesized data that mitigates reputational and financial risk. He graduated cum laude with a B.A. from the University of Maryland College Park.
B.A., Cum Laude - University of Maryland College Park
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Elizabeth Schmitz
Managing Director | Head of Shareholder Activism
Elizabeth Schmitz leads the Shareholder Activism practice at RosettiStarr, equipping activist investors with the bespoke intelligence required to launch and win high-stakes shareholder campaigns. By conducting deep-dive analyses into board compositions, executive track records, and corporate governance structures, Elizabeth uncovers the critical vulnerabilities and reputational risks that drive strategic influence. She partners seamlessly with clients throughout the entire lifecycle of an engagement, translating raw corporate intelligence into tailored, actionable strategies for contested situations, proxy fights, and special situations research. Elizabeth holds an M.A. from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service and a B.A. from the University of Virginia.
BA, University of Virginia
MA, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service
Board & Management Analysis
Corporate Governance
Corporate Intelligence
Shareholder Activism
Special Situations Research
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Stu Koo
Managing Director
Stuart Koo brings a litigation attorney's precision to RosettiStarr's investigations and litigation support practice. Drawing on years of experience in civil litigation, he conducts pre-transactional due diligence investigations for hedge funds, private equity firms, and institutional investors, and supports complex matters spanning pharmaceutical product liability, antitrust, copyright infringement, and breach of contract. Stuart has also provided litigation support to investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission. He is barred in Maryland and holds a J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law, with concentrations in Business Law and Intellectual Property, and a B.A. with honors from the University of Maryland.
BS, University of Maryland
JD, University of Baltimore
MD-licensed attorney
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Andrew Martel
Managing Director
Andrew Martel specializes in deep-dive corporate investigations, pre-transactional due diligence, and competitive intelligence. He brings an uncommon combination of backgrounds to his work — years as a print journalist covering government and business matters, followed by experience in marketing, market research, and business intelligence — giving him distinctive insight into market dynamics and competitive positioning. At RosettiStarr, he conducts qualitative customer and market studies for major investors and businesses evaluating acquisitions or new market entry. Andrew holds an M.B.A. from Temple University and a B.A. from American University.
B.A., American University
MBA, Temple University
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Jeff Smith
Managing Director
Jeff Smith is an award-winning investigator and journalist whose globally recognized expertise in fraud and corruption sleuthing forms a cornerstone of RosettiStarr’s complex investigation services. Drawing on a distinguished career in investigative journalism including a 2006 Pulitzer Prize for uncovering high-level political corruption and multiple awards for reporting on foreign affairs, Jeff applies rigorous fact-finding methodologies to corporate intelligence. His unparalleled ability to cultivate human sources, unearth revealing business information, and dissect complex organizational fraud and commercial risk provides clients with decisive advantages in due diligence, investment research, and high-stakes disputes and investigations.
Smith received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and public policy from Duke University and a Master of Science degree from the Columbia University School of Journalism. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
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Sebastian Sosman
Managing Director
Sebastian Sosman brings over a decade of international experience to RosettiStarr's transactional due diligence and corporate investigations practice, having lived and worked across three continents. He has led high-profile matters involving corporate takeovers, shareholder disputes, and white-collar fraud, combining rigorous investigative methodology with the cross-border fluency that complex engagements demand. Sebastian holds a B.A. in European History from Bates College and an M.A. in International Affairs from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies.
BA, Bates College (History)
MA, Johns Hopkins University SAIS (International Relations)
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Nicholai Babis
Director
Nicholai Babis navigates high-stakes regulatory, legal, and reputational risks by leading complex cross-border investigations for multinational corporate clients. Specializing in anti-bribery and corruption (ABAC) compliance, FCPA matters, and sophisticated fraud inquiries, Nicholai fuses advanced fact-finding with targeted compliance program enhancements to protect corporate integrity. His expertise in pre-investment due diligence, intellectual property disputes, and cryptocurrency tracing ensures clients maintain a strong defensive posture in volatile legal environments. Nicholai holds an M.A. from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, a B.A. from Vassar College, and is a certified Cryptocurrency Investigator (TRM-CI).
M.A., International Security, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service
B.A., International Studies and German Studies, Vassar College
Cryptocurrency TRM-CI (Certified Investigator)
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Hannah Giambattista
Director
Hannah Giambattista secures high-profile and high-risk clients through advanced open-source intelligence (OSINT), threat assessment, and secure communications platforms. Taking a systems-focused approach to security, Hannah identifies and neutralizes complex digital and operational risks across emerging online environments and public records ecosystems. Her strict adherence to operational security (OPSEC) and ability to translate highly technical findings into clear, executive-level intelligence ensures stakeholders can navigate sensitive engagements with total confidence. Hannah holds a B.A. from American University.
B.A., American University
Justice, Law & Criminology; Computer Science Minor
Scott Grainger
Director
Scott Grainger brings over 25 years of experience in the systems integration industry to RosettiStarr, with deep expertise in enterprise-level physical security design spanning the full spectrum of physical and electronic security technologies and methodologies. His career has encompassed roles as Project Manager, Engineer, Vice President of Security, General Manager, and Director of Security Consulting — a breadth of experience that informs both the strategic and operational dimensions of his work. At A3 Communications, he oversaw a team of 200 employees and managed a $100 million P&L. Scott is a Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) and holds numerous industry certifications.
Troy Howley
Director
Troy Howley has nearly a decade of experience in pre-transactional and pre-employment due diligence, with particular depth supporting hedge funds, private equity firms, and institutional investors through comprehensive public records and open-source intelligence research. He has developed strong expertise working with low- and mid-cap firms evaluating potential acquisitions — bringing the same rigor to smaller mandates that larger clients expect on marquee transactions. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked in the investigative and due diligence department of a large accounting firm. Earlier in his career, he spent five years with a nonprofit supporting refugee resettlement in partnership with the U.S. Office of Refugee Resettlement. Troy holds a B.A. from Saginaw Valley State University and an M.A. from Cornerstone University.
B.A., Saginaw Valley State University
M.A., Cornerstone University
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Daniel Joly-DeMars
Director
Daniel Joly-DeMars is a Director with extensive experience in public records research and pre-transactional due diligence. Prior to joining RosettiStarr, Daniel was head of pre-IPO due diligence at a major compliance firm in the D.C. area, where he oversaw client communication, product development, quality assurance, and researcher training. Early career highlights include working for an international development consultancy from the firm’s houseboat-office on the Nile and a brief stint as Eva the Otter at Bosse Field, the third-oldest active baseball stadium in the United States. Daniel holds an M.A. in Arab Studies from Georgetown University and a B.A. in Political Science, with a minor in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, from the University of Notre Dame.
Kim Lachance
Director
Kim Lachance transforms high-level investigative methodologies into actionable corporate risk intelligence, specializing in pre-investment due diligence and elite executive screening for private equity and venture capital clients. Leveraging a distinguished background as an investigative journalist and senior editor—where she probed corporate transparency, financial fraud, and data privacy with top global business leaders—Kim possesses an unparalleled ability to uncover the true narratives behind founders and leadership teams. Her deep-dive analysis of M&A strategy, cryptocurrency assets, and corporate governance directly mitigates risk and protects client capital. Kim holds a B.A. magna cum laude from the University of New Hampshire.
Bachelor of Arts degree in English/Journalism, University of New Hampshire, magna cum laude; Additional 2 years of journalism major studies at Northeastern University
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Samantha Margolis
Director
Samantha Margolis is a versatile investigator, managing client relationships and internal working teams across the firm's most demanding engagements. She communicates directly with executives and investment teams, translating complex investigative findings into clear, actionable intelligence. Her work is grounded in linguistic and international expertise. She is a near-fluent Hebrew speaker with an Arabic concentration and a recipient of the U.S. State Department Critical Language Scholarship. Prior to RosettiStarr, she worked for a non-governmental organization in Geneva, where she addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council on human rights violations in Madagascar. Samantha holds a B.A. in International Relations and Modern Languages and Literature from Lehigh University, with a minor in History.
B.A., Lehigh University
Alexandria Milton
Director
Alexandria Milton equips investors and corporate leaders with decisive strategic intelligence, specializing in pre-transactional due diligence, activist defense, and advanced open-source intelligence (OSINT). Leveraging her extensive regional expertise across the Middle East, North Africa, Latin America, and Western Europe, Alexandria identifies and mitigates complex international risks before they impact client operations. Her background as a regional risk management lead for a Big Four accounting firm enables her to apply rigorous compliance and risk frameworks to high-stakes global investments. Alexandria holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from SOAS University of London, a Graduate Certificate from New York University, and a B.S. from Mount Ida College. She is highly proficient in Arabic and Spanish.
B.S., Mount Ida College
Graduate Certificate, New York University
M.A., SOAS University of London
Ph.D., SOAS University of London
Olivia Nilsson
Director
Olivia Nilsson specializes in human source intelligence, bringing to RosettiStarr a track record of managing complex interview programs for institutional investor clients across due diligence, market intelligence, and investment decision-making engagements. She previously oversaw all North American interviewers at a leading intelligence firm, where she was responsible for operational efficiency and building high-performing teams — experience that informs both the quality and scale of what she delivers at RosettiStarr. Before moving into intelligence, Olivia was a business reporter at the Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan's largest newspaper. She holds a B.A. from Whitman College and an M.B.A. from Pepperdine University, both magna cum laude.
B.A., Whitman College, magna cum laude
MBA, Pepperdine University, magna cum laude
John Rodrigues
Director
John Rodrigues oversees complex pre-transactional due diligence, executive screening, and bespoke investigations, empowering law firms and corporate clients to make critical business decisions with absolute clarity. Drawing on his legal background and deep experience in Big Four financial advisory, John expertly assesses regulatory, compliance, and reputational risks before they materialize into liabilities. His strategic execution of business intelligence assignments and large-scale regulatory investigations provides clients with a decisive edge in strategic growth and risk management efforts. John holds a J.D. from the City University of New York School of Law and a B.A. from Drew University, and is a licensed attorney in New Jersey.
J.D., City University of New York School of Law
B.A., Political Science, Drew University
Licensed Attorney (NJ)
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Samantha Strauss
Director
Samantha Strauss brings over two decades of investigative experience to RosettiStarr, with deep expertise across complex civil litigation, due diligence, business intelligence, white-collar criminal defense, and internal investigations. A highly skilled public records researcher and interviewer, she delivers actionable intelligence across both disciplines — translating exhaustive research into clear, strategic findings for clients. Prior to RosettiStarr, she managed large-scale, high-profile litigation matters at a global private investigations firm.
Mary Taylor
Director
Mary Taylor leads RosettiStarr’s Talent Management & Executive Screening operations, providing clients with the rigorous, in-depth intelligence required to make secure, high-level leadership appointments. With a formidable background in high-stakes investigations—ranging from uncovering active international sanctions violations via OSINT for nuclear counter-proliferation efforts to supporting elite political journalism—Mary applies unparalleled analytical precision to corporate due diligence and litigation support. Her ability to synthesize complex, disparate data into cohesive, actionable reports ensures clients are fully protected against reputational and operational risks. Mary holds an M.A. from King’s College London and a B.A. from the University of Minnesota.
2015 - B.A., Global Studies, University of Minnesota
2020 - M.A., International Peace & Security, King’s College London
Disputes & Investigations
Due Diligence
Risk & Security
Talent Management & Executive Screening
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Helen Whetstine
Director
Helen Whetstine drives competitive advantage for RosettiStarr’s Intelligence & Investor Services practice, delivering targeted research that underpins successful shareholder activist campaigns and M&A strategies. Through rigorous pre-transactional due diligence, asset tracing, and open-source intelligence (OSINT), Helen uncovers the hidden vulnerabilities and hidden value that inform high-stakes investment decisions. Her meticulous approach to corporate investigations ensures clients are equipped with the facts needed to challenge boards, evaluate leadership, and maximize ROI. Helen holds a B.S.F.S. from the Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University and is proficient in Spanish.
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University
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Jacklyn Abernathy
Senior Associate
Jacklyn Abernathy specializes in pre-transactional due diligence across Spanish- and English-speaking markets, with particular depth in political ties and corruption risk in Latin America. Prior to RosettiStarr, she led large-scale due diligence investigations at a major compliance and diligence firm, and brought additional government investigations and civil litigation experience from her work as a paralegal at the Federal Trade Commission. Jacklyn holds a B.A. in Global Studies, Political Science, and Spanish from the University of South Carolina Honors College.
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Jazmin Brabson-Askew
Senior Associate
Jazmin Brabson-Askew specializes in security intelligence analysis and travel risk advisory, providing corporate employees, executives, and high-net-worth individuals with the intelligence needed to operate in uncertain environments at home and abroad. Her expertise lies in translating complex security landscapes into clear, actionable guidance — drawing on OSINT, structured analytical methods, and geopolitical and socio-political insights to assess risk environments and deliver client-specific recommendations. She also supports the firm's due diligence practice with vendor intelligence reporting.
Prior to RosettiStarr, Jazmin worked at the International Trade Administration within the U.S. Department of Commerce, where she helped small and mid-sized businesses expand internationally — assessing target markets, conducting due diligence on international partners, and identifying obstacles to cross-border growth. Jazmin holds an M.A. from American University and a B.A. from the University of Virginia.
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John Bedard
Senior Associate
John Bedard brings deep subject matter expertise in digital intelligence and security to RosettiStarr's most technically demanding engagements. An exceptionally skilled OSINT researcher, he collects and analyzes information across public records, social media, satellite imagery, and commercially available data and is known for his ability to distill complex narratives and dense fact sets into clear, actionable intelligence for clients and their advisors. His work spans pre-transactional due diligence, litigation support, corporate investigations, and shareholder activism matters.
Prior to RosettiStarr, John supported the U.S. mission to NATO at the State Department and researched nuclear nonproliferation policy at the Arms Control Association in Washington, D.C. He holds a B.A. in Journalism and International Relations from the University of Maryland and serves on the advisory board of the American University Repository for Open-Source Research & Analysis, where he provides training and mentorship to students pursuing careers in OSINT.
B.A., University of Maryland
Disputes & Investigations
Due Diligence
Open-Source Intelligence Collection
Risk & Security
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Elsa Bollmeier
Senior Associate
Elsa Bollmeier specializes in pre-transactional due diligence and investigations, with a focus on management due diligence and the analysis of complex document sets to surface critical insights. At RosettiStarr, she also supports case intake, review, and case management across the firm's pre-transaction practice. Prior to joining the firm, she gained experience with a government contracting firm and conducted donor analysis for a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit. A proficient Spanish speaker, Elsa holds a B.S. in Global Business from Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service, with a minor in Art History.
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Jennifer Calhoun
Senior Associate
Jennifer Calhoun brings nearly two decades of investigative reporting and source-driven journalism to her work in investment research and executive screening at RosettiStarr. Over a career in print journalism covering business, government, and science, she built a reputation for rigorous fact-finding, sharp interviewing, and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, accurate narratives — instincts she now applies directly to due diligence on behalf of investors and corporate clients. Her work focuses on evaluating executive backgrounds, identifying reputational and operational risks, and developing candid sources through in-depth interviews. Jennifer joined RosettiStarr in 2025.
B.A. University of Tennessee, English
B.S. East Tennessee State University, Journalism
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Michaela Connell
Senior Associate
Michaela Connell is an OSINT and public records expert with deep experience across pre-transactional due diligence, litigation support, and executive talent investigations. A detail-oriented researcher, she is skilled in identifying relevant legal records, conducting witness and reputational interviews, and structuring investigative reports that meet the precise demands of each client engagement.
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Max Dunat
Senior Associate
Max Dunat has conducted hundreds of deep-dive corporate investigations for major institutional clients since joining RosettiStarr, building extensive experience across open-source research, pre-transactional due diligence, internal investigations, and corporate intelligence matters. Before RosettiStarr, he researched international business operations at a contracting firm and covered current events for a policy magazine. Max holds a B.S.F.S. in International Politics from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, with a concentration in International Security and a minor in Russian.
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University
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Blake Franko
Senior Associate
Blake Franko brings more than a decade of experience in investigative analysis and strategic intelligence to RosettiStarr’s corporate and legal clients. He specializes in synthesizing complex, multi-source data into clear, actionable intelligence that directly supports high-stakes transactional decisions and Strategic Due Diligence. Drawing on a strong background in industry analysis and investigative reporting—including targeted research on emerging technologies—Blake ensures that investors and corporate leaders are equipped with the precise data and structured narratives required to navigate complex disputes and secure investments. Blake holds an M.A. in Global Security Studies from Johns Hopkins University and a B.A. from Arizona State University.
M.A., Global Security Studies, Johns Hopkins University
B.A., Political Science and History, Arizona State University
Gabriela Gomez
Senior Associate
Gabriela Gomez has over five years of experience in public records research and pre-employment and pre-transactional investigations. At RosettiStarr, she conducts domestic and international due diligence investigations across a range of client mandates, helping institutional clients identify and mitigate risk. Prior to RosettiStarr, she was a member of the investigative due diligence team at a major global tax, assurance, and advisory firm. Gabriela holds a B.A. in International Relations with a concentration in Latin American Studies from Grand Valley State University.
B.A., major in International Relations with a concentration in Latin American Studies from Grand Valley State University
Alec Haskard
Senior Associate
Alec Haskard brings a distinctive combination of compliance, corporate governance, and investigative expertise to RosettiStarr. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a compliance analyst at Northrop Grumman, where he conducted risk-based due diligence on non-U.S. trading partners in support of anti-corruption efforts and managed the company's agreements with international consultants and commission sales representatives. He also worked on the U.S. Research team at Institutional Shareholder Services, where he issued vote recommendations to institutional investors and wrote on executive compensation, director elections, and corporate governance matters. Alec began his career conducting due diligence investigations at a global due diligence firm. A Certified Fraud Examiner, he holds an M.A. from American University, an M.A. from Korea University, and a B.A. from the University of Redlands.
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Eva Hong
Senior Associate
Eva Hong specializes in due diligence research on high-profile individuals and corporations across multiple jurisdictions. Prior to RosettiStarr, she served as a research manager at an international compliance firm in Washington, D.C., focused primarily on pre-IPO and M&A due diligence. A fluent Chinese speaker with particular expertise in the East Asia region, Eva holds a B.A. in International Studies from American University, graduating cum laude.
B.A., International Studies - American University
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Christy Hopkins
Senior Associate
Christy Hopkins specializes in background screening workflows at RosettiStarr, supporting the operational processes and internal initiatives that enable the pre-employment team to deliver accurate, compliant reports at the firm's expected standard. She brings over two decades of experience in executive operations and project coordination, including more than fourteen years at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, where she served as Executive Assistant to the President and CEO and Chief of Staff — supporting senior leadership at one of the region's largest nonprofit social service organizations. Christy attended George Mason University and Trinity Washington University.
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Connor Jones
Senior Associate
Connor Jones brings deep expertise in open-source intelligence to a practice spanning pre-transactional due diligence, private equity and private credit transactions, and shareholder activism support. He has written extensively on the track records of public company executives and board members — work that requires both investigative precision and the ability to construct clear, well-supported narratives from complex data. Beyond client work, Connor has played an active role in the firm's professional development initiatives, leading an effort to codify research standards for identifying human sources in large dataset environments. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked in strategy consulting for nonprofits in the Washington, D.C. area. Connor holds a B.A. in Economics and Government from Georgetown University, graduating cum laude.
Connor graduated cum laude from Georgetown University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Government.
Ben Lafferty
Senior Associate
Adam Landau
Senior Associate
Adam Landau is a veteran of the due diligence industry with deep expertise in public records research and a track record managing major transactional investigations. Prior to RosettiStarr, he spent several years at a major US due diligence firm where he managed large-scale transaction due diligence projects as an investigator and team lead. At RosettiStarr, he works across domestic and international pre-transactional due diligence, OSINT, and corporate investigations. A proficient Russian speaker, Adam holds a B.A. from George Washington University.
B.A., George Washington University
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Malachy McLaughlin
Senior Associate
Malachy McLaughlin brings expertise in international affairs, security studies, and open-source research to RosettiStarr's due diligence and corporate investigations practice. He has conducted hundreds of deep-dive corporate investigations and due diligence reviews, helping clients identify and avoid fraud and reputational risk before it materializes. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked at a Washington, D.C. think tank focused on information technology and global data flows. A proficient French speaker, Malachy holds a B.S.F.S. in International Politics from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service.
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University
Alec Nixon
Senior Associate
Alec Nixon drives human source intelligence and Strategic Due Diligence engagements for institutional investors. Leveraging his background overseeing global research teams and optimizing primary research operations, Alec specializes in executing custom intelligence projects that inform complex investment decisions. He expertly manages talent screening and human sourcing operations, ensuring clients have the critical, ground-level insights necessary to evaluate leadership and mitigate operational risks before a transaction. Alec holds a B.S. in Business Management from The King’s College.
B.S. Business Management, The King's College
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Cormac O'Harrow
Senior Associate
Cormac O'Harrow specializes in strategic research, pre-transactional due diligence, and shareholder activism support, with particular expertise in leveraging the Freedom of Information Act and state open records statutes to surface material information on regulatory exposure, public-sector interactions, and other factors critical to contested transactions and activist campaigns. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), where he researched technology policy and cyber risk and contributed to the 2020 Hidden Costs of Cybercrime report on the economic and national security implications of cyber threats. He holds a B.A. in Economics and International Studies, with a concentration in Global Security and Diplomacy, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
B.A., University of Wisconsin, Madison
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Tom Spincic
Senior Associate
Tom Spincic brings more than a decade of editorial and content leadership to RosettiStarr, where his expertise in writing, fact-checking, and investigative narrative shapes the quality and clarity of the firm's work product. Prior to RosettiStarr, he served as senior managing editor at a New York-based diligence firm, leading an editorial team spanning three continents. He began his career at ARMY Magazine, the flagship publication of the Association of the United States Army, where he reported on Army-wide matters, edited features and op-eds, and managed the book reviews department. Tom holds a B.A. from Albright College.
B.A., Albright College
Content Governance
Content Strategy and Planning
Data Analysis and Synthesis
Editorial Project Management
Mentoring Junior Staff
Narrative and Story Development
Quality Assurance
Clarissa Tekbali
Senior Associate
Clarissa Tekbali has been a member of the RosettiStarr team since 2020, focusing on deep-dive corporate investigations and business intelligence. A native German speaker with time spent studying and working in Germany, Italy, and Ecuador, she brings genuine cross-cultural fluency to international engagements. Prior to joining the firm, she gained experience at a risk management consulting firm in Washington, D.C., as well as in the nonprofit and higher education sectors. Clarissa holds an M.A. from American University and a B.A. from the University of North Georgia.
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Ethan Trucker
Senior Associate
Ethan Trucker brings a strong foundation in legal affairs and corporate compliance to RosettiStarr's investigations and due diligence practice. Prior to RosettiStarr, he was a senior research specialist at Gartner, where he produced research and practical tools on regulatory compliance, compliance program management, DOJ discovery rules, and corporate privacy — including compliance benchmarking reports used by legal and compliance teams across industries. Earlier in his career, he worked as a litigation paralegal at a labor union law firm. Ethan holds a B.A. in International Studies from Washington College and an M.A. in Security Policy Studies from George Washington University.
B.A., International Studies, Washington College
M.A., Security Policy Studies, George Washington University
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Emily Williams
Senior Associate
Emily Williams conducts sophisticated investigative research and risk assessments for corporate clients navigating complex transactions, disputes, and executive hires. She excels at translating broad, evolving client objectives into structured research methodologies, leveraging open-source intelligence (OSINT) and specialized public records to uncover reputational, regulatory, and operational vulnerabilities. Drawing on her background in investigative journalism, Emily connects disparate data points to build clear, actionable narratives that drive informed decision-making in Strategic Due Diligence and investment research. Emily holds a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Maryland.
B.A. in Journalism, University of Maryland
Jana Wong
Senior Associate
Jana Wong is a physical security professional specializing in developing and implementing security strategies that enable organizations to operate safely across complex environments. She takes a proactive approach to security — integrating situational awareness, operational risk assessment, and technology to build solutions tailored to each client's specific needs. At RosettiStarr, she works closely with clients, legal teams, and operational staff across access control, incident response planning, and security team management. Jana holds an M.S. from American University and a B.A. from San Francisco State University.
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Talya Ackerman
Associate
Talya Ackerman specializes in travel risk assessment, terrorist group operations, and secure communications, bringing a rigorous academic foundation in security policy to RosettiStarr's risk and intelligence practice. She identifies vulnerabilities in locations of interest and develops targeted risk mitigation strategies for clients operating in complex environments. Prior to RosettiStarr, she worked as a paralegal at a national commercial defense litigation firm and served as a clinical social work intern at the New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission. Talya holds a B.A. in Psychology with minors in Criminology and Sociology from Rutgers University, and an M.A. in Security Policy Studies with a concentration in Transnational Security from George Washington University, where she also researched online terrorist radicalization and human trafficking as a contributor to the International Affairs Review.
Talya earned her B.A. in Psychology with minors in Criminology and Sociology from Rutgers University. She later graduated from the George Washington University with her M.A. in Security Policy Studies, concentrating in Transnational Security. While in graduate school, Talya was a researcher for the student-run journal, International Affairs Review, where she wrote about online terrorist radicalization and human trafficking.
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Lauren Chiaradio
Associate
Lauren Chiaradio is a sharp, well-rounded investigator with a strong command of due diligence, activist shareholder matters, and open-source research. Intellectually curious and analytically rigorous, she brings a deep commitment to finding answers to complex questions — tracing threads across dense fact sets and delivering findings with clarity and precision. A certified anti-money laundering specialist, Lauren previously completed internships with the U.S. Department of State and American University's Internet Governance Lab. She holds an M.A. from American University and a B.A. from Salem College.
M.A., American University
B.A., Salem College
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
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Skyler Edinburg
Associate
Skyler Edinburg brings a notably diverse research background to RosettiStarr's due diligence practice. Before joining the firm, she served as a research assistant to political science and public policy faculty at the University of Michigan and Tel Aviv University, conducted opposition research for a national political organization, tracked critical infrastructure security breaches at a science and technology think tank, and served as a senior editor for the Michigan Journal of History. The breadth of that experience — spanning political intelligence, infrastructure security, and rigorous academic research — informs the depth and versatility she brings to investment due diligence engagements. Skyler holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan.
B.A. Political Science, University of Michigan
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Lydia Eze-Sankara
Associate
Lydia Eze-Sankara provides operational and business development support across RosettiStarr, working closely with colleagues and leadership to coordinate projects, streamline processes, and keep complex initiatives on track. She brings particular focus to the connective tissue of a high-performing team ensuring that people have the information, resources, and structure they need to execute effectively. Prior to RosettiStarr, she worked at a corporate intelligence and cybersecurity firm, where she supported business units and office management while partnering with cross-functional teams and senior leadership on operational priorities. Lydia holds a B.S. in Psychology from Stevenson University.
B.S. in Psychology from Stevenson University
Business Development Support
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Internal Communications & Team Coordination
Operational Support & Coordination
Project Coordination & Execution
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Ari Filler
Associate
Ari Filler brings a strong foundation in policy research and international affairs to RosettiStarr's due diligence and investigations practice. Prior to joining the firm, he conducted research on trade policy at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, on the geopolitical implications of advanced technologies at the Center for Security & Emerging Technology, and on international development policy at the Institute for State Effectiveness. At RosettiStarr, he conducts due diligence on domestic and foreign individuals and companies, with a growing focus on the commercial and policy challenges facing clients — increasingly drawing on data analysis and visualization to help clients understand complex matters and advocate effectively for their interests. Ari holds both a B.S. and an M.S. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, where he studied international politics, economics, negotiation, and Chinese.
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Clara Niel
Associate
Clara Niel combines investigative journalism instincts with deep expertise in domestic and international public records research, data analysis, and data graphics. At RosettiStarr, she supports public corruption and healthcare fraud investigations, bringing the same precision to complex fact sets that defined her earlier career as a reporter at The Frederick News-Post, where she covered business and litigation. Fluent in Italian and proficient in French, Clara holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland and a Maryland Private Investigator License.
B.A., University of Maryland
Maryland Private Investigator License
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Gov Prabhakar
Associate
Gov Prabhakar conducts due diligence research on corporations and executives across domestic and international markets, drawing on a strong foundation in history and international affairs to bring depth and context to complex investigative assignments. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked at a boutique law firm supporting clients in the nonprofit sector and gained additional experience through internships with multiple nonprofit organizations. Gov holds a B.S. from Georgetown University.
B.S. Georgetown University
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Ethan Puc
Associate
Ethan Puc conducts open-source intelligence and public records research across RosettiStarr's due diligence and investment research engagements. He holds a B.A. from American University's School of International Service, where his senior capstone — completed in partnership with the U.S. Department of State's Diplomacy Lab — produced a report on democratic backsliding in Latin America delivered directly to the department's political staff.
B.A., American University School of International Service
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Chasya Cohen
Analyst
Chasya Cohen brings international research experience and cross-cultural fluency to RosettiStarr's due diligence and investment research practice. Prior to joining the firm, she conducted independent research on the manifestation of the U.S.-China rivalry in Morocco and Tunisia, and interned at the U.S. Department of Commerce and the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, where she grew up. Chasya holds a B.A. in International Relations and French from Tufts University.
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Suria Gopal Crabtree
Analyst
Suria Gopal Crabtree brings multilingual capabilities and a strong international research background to RosettiStarr's due diligence and open records practice. Proficient in Spanish, Portuguese, and Swahili, she has research experience spanning political organizations, nonprofits, and energy policy, including a fellowship at the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy. Suria holds both a B.S. and an M.S. in Foreign Service with a Certificate in African Studies from Georgetown University.
B.S. in Foreign Service with a Certificate in African Studies, Georgetown University
M.S. in Foreign Service with a Certificate in African Studies, Georgetown University
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Effi Holston
Analyst
Effi Holston brings exceptional depth in open-source investigative research across Latin America and Eurasia, working fluently across Spanish- and Russian-language sources. Prior to RosettiStarr, she supported investigations into transnational organized crime and human trafficking at the U.S. Department of Justice, contributing to the 2024 indictment of Colombian human smugglers by Joint Task Force Alpha — one of the government's premier cross-agency efforts to combat transnational criminal networks. She also conducted research on irregular migration and displacement at the Institute for the Study of International Migration. Effi holds an M.A. in Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies from Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service and a B.A. in Linguistic Anthropology, Hispanic Literatures and Cultures, and Classics from Brown University.
M.A., Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies
Georgetown University, Walsh School of Foreign Service
B.A., Linguistic Anthropology, Hispanic Literatures and Cultures, and Classics
Brown University
Due Diligence
Risk & Security
Talent Management & Executive Screening
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Sadie Leite
Analyst
Sadie Leite brings a rigorous investigative journalism background to RosettiStarr's public records research and due diligence practice. She holds an M.S. in Investigative Journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, where she contributed to a ProPublica investigation focused on drug safety — experience that sharpened both her research methodology and her ability to surface meaningful findings from complex document sets. Sadie holds a B.A. in English with a minor in History from Tufts University.
She holds a B.A. in English, with a minor in History, from Tufts University.
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Gabrielle Lewis
Analyst
Gabrielle Lewis is an award-winning journalist who brings expertise in investigations, public records research, and data analysis to RosettiStarr. Previously a reporter at The Frederick News-Post, she covered health, nonprofits, environmental issues, and data center impacts and litigation — developing the investigative instincts and source fluency that translate directly to complex due diligence and corporate investigation work. She holds a B.A. in Journalism and Criminology & Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland, graduating cum laude.
B.A. in Journalism and Criminology & Criminal Justice, University of Maryland, Cum Laude
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Margaret (Maggie) Loughran
Analyst
Maggie Loughran brings a strong geopolitical foundation to RosettiStarr's due diligence and strategic intelligence practice. Her background spans Capitol Hill — where she worked with the House Appropriations Committee — multilingual communications for a Madrid-based NGO, and research conducted for the U.S. Department of State through the Diplomacy Lab program. A fully proficient Spanish speaker, Maggie holds a B.A. in International Affairs from American University, graduating magna cum laude.
BA in International Affairs, magna cum laude, American University.
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Darya Molotkova
Analyst
Darya Molotkova brings a strong analytical foundation to RosettiStarr's investment research and due diligence practice, shaped by experience across government, academia, and law. Prior to joining the firm, she interned at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, worked as a research assistant in a Georgetown University laboratory, and completed internships with two law offices while consulting for a legal nonprofit. Darya holds a B.A. from Georgetown University.
B.A., Georgetown University
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Lauren Plous
Analyst
Lauren Plous brings a strong policy and intelligence research background to RosettiStarr's investment research and due diligence practice. Prior to joining the firm, she conducted policy research and open-source intelligence analysis in congressional offices across domestic and international policy matters. Fluent in Spanish with a minor in Chinese (Mandarin), Lauren holds a B.S. in International Politics from Georgetown University with a concentration in Foreign Policy.
B.S., Georgetown University
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Lily Plum
Analyst
Lily Plum brings experience in public sector OSINT and corporate competitive due diligence to RosettiStarr's security and risk practice. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security and a cybersecurity software startup, where she contributed to strategic competitor analysis. A Georgetown University athlete, she competed on the varsity crew team and helped the program achieve a record standing in her senior year. Lily holds a B.S.F.S. from Georgetown University.
BSFS, Georgetown University
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Sophia Romano
Analyst
Sophia Romano brings a strong communications and editorial background to RosettiStarr's investigations and due diligence practice. Prior to joining the firm, she worked in political communications, public relations in the performing arts, and served as editor-in-chief of an independent journalism blog. Since joining RosettiStarr, she has developed expertise in OSINT and open-source research, contributing to high-profile private investigations and international security assessments. Sophia holds a B.A. in Journalism from American University.
B.A., Journalism, American University
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Veronica Tadross
Analyst
Veronica Tadross brings a compelling combination of regional expertise, analytical rigor, and professional range to RosettiStarr's investigations practice. A student of Arabic with deep knowledge of Middle Eastern affairs, she wrote her undergraduate honors thesis on U.S. diplomacy during Jordan's 1970 civil war drawing on primary documents to assess the influence of American policymakers on the region. Her prior experience spans a healthcare NGO in Jordan, strategic communications for an environmental nonprofit, and product management at a financial services firm. Veronica holds a B.A. in History with honors and a minor in Arabic from Vanderbilt University.
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Nathan Thomas
Analyst
Nathan Thomas brings hands-on intelligence analysis experience to RosettiStarr's due diligence and security practice. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a senior intelligence analyst at a risk management and intelligence firm, where he identified, tracked, and forecasted geopolitical incidents globally. He also contributed to an investigative team supporting an ABC Studios documentary that led to the successful identification of an international scammer. At RosettiStarr, he works across travel risk management, open-source intelligence, and the production of written due diligence reports. Nathan holds dual B.A. degrees in International Studies and Languages, Literatures, and Cultures from the University of Denver.
B.A. International Studies, University of Denver
B.A. Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, University of Denver
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Luke Venezia
Analyst
Luke Venezia conducts investigative research across corporate intelligence, pre-transactional due diligence, and risk analysis, evaluating companies, investors, and key individuals to help clients navigate complex business environments. Prior to RosettiStarr, he worked at the Pardee Institute for International Futures, where he researched global economic and political developments for public and private sector clients, and served in the risk management department at the University of Denver, supporting institutional risk analysis, travel security programs, and compliance monitoring. Luke holds a B.A. from the University of Denver, graduating cum laude.
B.A., University of Denver
Cum Laude
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Will Walker
Analyst
Will Walker brings a historian's rigor and an investigator's instincts to RosettiStarr's due diligence and investigations practice. Prior to joining the firm, he conducted investigations for Google's Trust and Safety team, developing expertise in internet harm and abuse alongside earlier research experience in government contracting. Proficient in Arabic, Will holds an M.A. in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.A. in History from Westmont College.
M.A., University of Texas at Austin (Middle Eastern Studies)
B.A., Westmont College (History)
Disputes & Investigations
Due Diligence
Talent Management & Executive Screening
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Rachel Wall
Analyst
Rachel Wall brings focused expertise in domestic and international due diligence, open-source research, and travel security to RosettiStarr. Her academic credentials are exceptional; she holds a B.S. in Intelligence Analysis with honors from James Madison University, graduating summa cum laude, with minors in Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, and Honors Interdisciplinary Studies. While at JMU, she gained early professional experience interning at a travel security company, a due diligence firm, and a government contractor's internal security office.
James Madison University - BS in Intelligence Analysis (with honors)
Minors in Political Science, Humanitarian Affairs, and Honors Interdisciplinary Studies
Summa Cum Laude
