Beacon Global Strategies Deepens Economic Security Expertise in its Indo-Pacific Practice with Strategic Hires

WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Beacon Global Strategies (BGS) today announced the expansion of its economic security offering with the addition of Craig Singleton as a Senior Advisor, alongside Dwayne Clark and Alex Rubin as Associate Vice Presidents. Their expertise further strengthens the firm's ability to help businesses navigate the increasing complexities of economic security and industrial strategy.

As U.S. policymakers place greater emphasis on protecting critical technologies and securing supply chains amid shifts in the geopolitical landscape, companies across industries are challenged by the complex policy landscape including expanding export controls, investment screening measures, and national security-driven regulations. Craig, Dwayne, and Alex bring deep expertise in U.S.-China relations, emerging technology policies, and regulatory enforcement, positioning BGS to provide best-in-class advisory services to clients adapting to this rapidly shifting landscape.

"As Washington expands its focus on economic security policy and US-China competition, we are excited to continue to deepen our bench of expertise in this area," said BGS Managing Director Eric Sayers. "Craig, Dwayne, and Alex add significant experience to our team, ensuring BGS will remain at the forefront of helping companies continue to navigate uncertainty, mitigate risk and seize new opportunities."

Craig Singleton joins BGS as a Senior Advisor, specializing in U.S.-China relations, Chinese military-civil fusion, and the intersection of national security and emerging technologies. Drawing on over a decade of experience in sensitive national security roles, he has advised senior policymakers across the White House, Department of Defense, and Congress on issues ranging from China's overseas military expansion to Beijing's malign influence campaigns. Craig has testified before Congress on China-related national security threats, frequently contributes to top-tier publications, China-related national security threats and is a sought-after advisor for businesses navigating the challenges posed by great power competition.

Dwayne Clark joins BGS as an Associate Vice President, bringing expertise in export controls, investment screening, and emerging technology policy. Prior to BGS, he served as a Professional Staff Member on the U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs under the Republican majority staff, where he played a central role in developing legislation addressing the intersection of commerce and national security. He previously served in senior policy roles for multiple members of Congress, handling defense, foreign policy, and economic security matters.

Alex Rubin joins BGS as an Associate Vice President after a decade as an analyst at the CIA's China Mission Center, where he led intelligence assessments on PRC technology development, industrial policy, and export control enforcement. His work at the CIA focused on China's efforts to develop key technology sectors, including semiconductors and energy technology, as well as its use of industrial policy to shape global markets. His expertise in export controls and supply chain security will provide BGS clients with a competitive edge in navigating U.S. regulatory strategies.

With a deep bench of experts in national security, regulatory compliance, and technology policy, BGS ensures businesses remain well-positioned to navigate complex and shifting regulatory landscapes.

About Beacon Global Strategies
Founded in 2013, Beacon Global Strategies is a strategic advisory firm specializing in geopolitical risk analysis, national security, and defense advisory services. BGS helps clients navigate global security challenges through tailored solutions that operate at the intersection of policy, technology, and defense.

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