Connecting Global Insight,
People, Capital & Resources
CJPA Global Advisors provides data-driven scenario planning, strategic advisory, geopolitical analysis, and capital access for clients navigating global markets, infrastructure opportunities, supply chain risk, and cross-border expansion.
Data-Driven Counsel for
Global Market Complexity
CJPA Global Advisors is an international consulting and advisory company dedicated to data-driven scenario planning, strategic advisory, and geopolitical analysis for clients navigating the dynamics of globalization.
The firm began as a global research unit and grew into a multidisciplinary consultancy informed by global finance, policy, and research best practices. CJPA helps clients understand major geopolitical events, cultural dynamics, and supply chain disruption risks.
“Connecting global insight, people, capital, and resources.”
“Bridging cultures and diversity through integrity, respect, and an unwavering commitment to our clients.”
About the Founder
Earl Carr is Founder and Chief Executive Officer at CJPA Global Advisors, based in New York. With 25+ years of experience, he manages a multidisciplinary team of global research analysts, software engineers, marketing specialists, geopolitical analysts, and media specialists to guide the firm's global thought leadership, global strategic client advisory practice, and cross-border business mandate. Earl is an Adjunct Instructor at NYU's Center for Global Affairs.
Earl has expertise in banking, wealth management, consulting, geopolitical analysis, U.S. foreign policy, and international development. He previously served as Vice President at Morgan Stanley's Institute for Sustainable Investing (ISI), working as a strategist and thought leader. Earl is a member of the Steering Committee for the inaugural National Asian American Book Club and is a monthly columnist at Forbes.com.
Mr. Carr is Editor of From Trump to Biden and Beyond: Reimagining U.S.-China Relations, published by Palgrave Macmillan, September 2021.
At CJPA Global Advisors, our exceptional team of research analysts, software engineers, financial advisors, marketing specialists, and geopolitical strategists strives to be a global leader in advisory services, cross-border business development, and customized research. Our firm's core specializations include global risk analysis, international supply chain analysis, trade analysis, risk management, geopolitical analysis and financial markets, environmental sustainable governance, racial justice investing, and financial literacy training. What makes CJPA truly extraordinary is our dedication to analytical rigor and access to proprietary research, people, and intelligence through a global network of subject matter experts and professionals.
Through a world-class Global Advisory Board, we ensure that the firm's long-term goals and systems are guided and held accountable while remaining good stewards of our financial resources. At CJPA, we are passionate about how to utilize capital, technology, and data to help solve some of the world's most pressing problems, including racial socio-economic equity, sustainability, and the transition to a lower-carbon global economy — a transition we believe is as much a historic investment opportunity as it is a risk to manage.
Our company is determined to help you achieve your goals — whether that means identifying geopolitical, financial, or business risk, providing insight as you explore investing in a new country, or helping to raise capital for projects around the world. We are your trusted partner.
Cordially,
Earl Carr
Founder and CEO, CJPA Global Advisors
Earl Carr & Jensen Huang, CFR
CJPA's Founder, Earl Carr, with NVIDIA's CEO, Jensen Huang, at the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, D.C.
Our Services
Research & Risk Analysis
Customized research reports for multinational clients exploring new markets, with emphasis on trade policy, geopolitical risk, macro trends, tariffs, domestic policy impact, ESG, and values-based investing.
Venture Capital & Project Finance
Connecting high-quality infrastructure projects with venture capitalists, individual investors, family offices, RIAs, and development finance institutions.
Infrastructure & Renewable Energy
Capital and advisory support for infrastructure opportunities across renewable energy, solar, battery projects, 5G, green hydrogen, lithium iron phosphate, and construction robotics.
Market Entry Strategy
Guidance for foreign companies entering the U.S. market, including market dynamics, regulatory requirements, competitive landscapes, and integration strategy.
Consulting for Multinationals & Governments
Strategic intelligence for organizations investing in China or the Indo-Pacific, along with grant support, fundraising, board development, and ESG policy guidance.
Training & Financial Literacy
Workshops for nonprofits, government agencies, student organizations, and businesses on asset allocation, risk tolerance, retirement saving, crypto due diligence, and values-based investing.
Advisors, Analysts,
and Global Specialists
CJPA brings together senior consultants, advisors, analysts, legal counsel, technology specialists, and regional experts across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and the United States.
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Founder & CEO
Founder and CEO of CJPA Global Advisors, managing the global research team, thought leadership, and cross-border business development mandate. Earl is also an adjunct instructor at NYU's Center for Global Affairs.
New York
Senior Consultant
Founder and managing member of Cowries and Rice, a China-Africa strategic consultancy focused on sustainable business practices by Chinese organizations operating in Africa.
China-Africa
Senior Consultant
Writer and editor based in Shanghai whose work focuses on China's middle class, Chinese politics and economics, and China's relationship with the world.
Shanghai
Partner: Technology & Innovation
AI advisor and technology transformation leader with 11+ years of experience in enterprise AI adoption, governance frameworks, and complex cloud modernization programs.
Bay Area
Legal Counsel
Partner in the New York office of PAG Law with 30+ years of experience in capital markets, corporate and venture capital transactions, and general corporate finance matters.
New York
Senior Consultant
Filmmaker, creative director, consultant, and NYU Tisch instructor. Founder and director of Trellis Creative Strategies, advising ethics-based media production.
New York
Associate
New York-based consultant focused on geopolitical and geoeconomic issues, helping companies, governments, and NGOs navigate a changing global landscape.
New York
Senior Analyst
Research and insights analyst with experience in SEO, analytics, qualitative and quantitative data aggregation, competitor analysis, and sustainable startup work.
Asia-Pacific
Senior Consultant
Consultant specializing in geopolitical intelligence and client-facing strategic advisory, with particular expertise in U.S.-China relations and emerging technology trends.
New York
Intern Analyst
Incoming senior at IE University, Madrid pursuing a Dual Bachelor's in Laws and International Relations. Her professional experience spans policy research, corporate responsibility, and legal compliance across Kenya, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Central Asia — including work with Aga Khan Foundation USA in collaboration with USAID and at Igeria & Ngugi Advocates in Nairobi. Her analytical work bridges corporate compliance with regional economic realities, covering trade dynamics, infrastructure corridors, and macroeconomic policy alignment.
IE University, Madrid
Strategic Marketing Intern
Recent graduate of Montclair State University with a major in Animation and Visual Effects. Megan brings an artistic background to strategic marketing, with college experience in Red Hawk Studio's semester-long animation pipeline productions and social media work with Viva la Animacion, an organization celebrating Latin artists. They believe art and graphic design can bridge cultures and are looking forward to contributing to CJPA.
New Jersey and New York
Intern Analyst
Computer science and finance student at Emory University working across finance, consulting, data science, climate visualization, and venture capital research.
Emory University
Senior Advisor
Senior U.S. diplomat and former Ambassador to Ecuador with 30+ years across the State Department, USAID, and the Peace Corps.
Africa and Latin America
Advisor
Senior management executive with experience across private banking, wealth management, global fund management, insurance, M&A, and licensing activity.
Greater China
Advisor
Chief Partnership and Advocacy Officer for the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, focused on scaling equitable energy transitions in emerging economies.
Global Energy Transition
Advisor
Entrepreneur, manager, consultant, and lecturer in sustainable economics and strategic planning. Founding partner at Value Squared.
Israel
Advisor
Consultant on China and international security with more than a decade of Asia policy experience across defense, economics, technology, consulting, intelligence, and research.
Asia Policy
Advisor
Investment professional at Draper Associates and former Vice President at Blackstone, focused on growth financing for energy companies.
Austin
CJPA Global Advisors
Our Approach to Global Advisory
Partners and Clients
AlixPartners
Imar Learning Solutions
Bank of New York Mellon
United States International Trade Commission
SunTerra
WCAPS
Global Fund for Women
Western CAM
CLI Investment & Management
Toggle Robotics
Asia Initiatives
International Career Advancement Program
Augustus Global Investment
SoulFull Life University
National Chengchi University
Roger
AlixPartners
Imar Learning Solutions
Bank of New York Mellon
United States International Trade Commission
SunTerra
WCAPS
Global Fund for Women
Western CAM
CLI Investment & Management
Toggle Robotics
Asia Initiatives
International Career Advancement Program
Augustus Global Investment
SoulFull Life University
National Chengchi University
Roger
Perspectives on
the Global Order
Recent Perspectives
How U.S. And Chinese Influence In Central America Affects The Panama Canal
A Forbes article by Earl Carr examining how U.S. and Chinese influence in Central America affects the Panama Canal and the wider strategic environment.
Speed And Safety: What Circle's IPO Means For Stablecoins Geopolitical Risk
A Forbes article by Earl Carr and intern analyst Jonah Kim on stablecoins, Circle's IPO, and the geopolitical risk dimensions of digital finance.
Geopolitical Risk And Market Volatility: What Are Advisors Telling Clients?
A Forbes article by Earl Carr on market volatility, geopolitical risk, and the counsel advisors are providing clients.
In the Press
Press Release
CJPA Global Advisors attends exclusive Paley Center luncheon featuring General David H. Petraeus
Open release
Press Release
CJPA Global Advisors attends BMO's 21st Annual Global Farm to Market | Chemicals Conference
Open release
Hinrich Foundation
China's rising influence in the Caribbean through infrastructure and soft power
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Penn State
Earl Carr speaks with graduate students on international relations careers
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Press Release
Scage partnership press release
Open release
Taiwan Engagement
CJPA meetings with Taiwan policy leaders and American Institute in Taiwan contacts
Meeting photoBooks
and Research
From Trump to Biden and Beyond
Reimagining US-China Relations
An edited volume on the future of U.S.-China relations, with policy analysis and multidisciplinary perspectives on technology, trade, cross-Strait relations, security, climate, geopolitics, and global competition.
Editor
Earl A. Carr Jr.
Year
2021
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan / Springer Nature
ISBN
978-981-16-4296-8
Second Book
Coming Soon
Details will be announced once the title, cover, and publication timeline are finalized.
How Can We
Help You
Every engagement begins with a confidential conversation. We work exclusively with organizations where the quality of geopolitical and financial judgment is consequential — not advisory as a formality, but as a competitive necessity.
USITC
Engagements and research connected to trade, competitiveness, market intelligence, and the policy questions shaping international commerce.
International Career Advancement Program
A values-aligned network focused on representation, leadership, and widening access to international affairs careers.
Augustus Global Investment
Investment partnership context for cross-border growth, infrastructure, and capital advisory opportunities.
Organizations We Serve
Begin a
Conversation
To help us best serve your inquiry, describe the issue you are navigating and what you want to achieve. You may also email or call to make an appointment.
Contact
General Inquiries
earl@cjpa.us
(646) 428-5382