Bridging Technology & Geopolitics
Periplous sits at the intersection of advanced technology and applied geopolitics. We help senior leaders see how changes in science, industry, and policy interact – how advances in semiconductors, materials, energy systems, optics, and AI both shape and are shaped by shifts in trade, regulation, security, and statecraft. Our work turns this complexity into structured scenarios, early‑warning indicators, and decision frameworks, so leadership can act with foresight rather than react to shocks.
Dr. Michael Hochberg
Periplous’ founder, Michael Hochberg is a serial entrepreneur, silicon‑photonics technologist and executive; experienced at translating complex tech into business strategy. Hochberg co‑founded Luxtera (acquired by Cisco) and Elenion (acquired by Nokia), and served as CTO for Nokia’s Optical Subsystems. A former professor of electrical and computer engineering, Hochberg co‑authored a widely-used textbook entitled Silicon Photonics Design. His unique experience as a founder, a corporate executive, and an advisor or board member to numerous companies and investment firms, gives him insights into what corporate leaders are experiencing today and how to position themselves to profit from geopolitical advantages.
Michael’s geopolitical work includes research and writing on policy, economic statecraft, and grand strategy. He has published in various outlets including National Review Online, The Hill, Real Clear Defense, Fast Company, American Spectator, and the Naval War College Review. Hochberg is an advisor to NATO DIANA and is actively involved in a number of projects in the public interest.
Michael’s geopolitical work includes research and writing on policy, economic statecraft, and grand strategy. He has published in various outlets including National Review Online, The Hill, Real Clear Defense, Fast Company, American Spectator, and the Naval War College Review. Hochberg is an advisor to NATO DIANA and is actively involved in a number of projects in the public interest.
Rodger Baker
Rodger Baker brings his experience from Stratfor (Strategic Forecasting Inc.), the original commercial geopolitical advisory service. He has served as Senior Vice President for the Stratfor Center for Applied Geopolitics at RANE and has more than two decades leading applied geopolitical analysis with deep Indo‑Pacific, Arctic, and maritime focus. Baker is regularly called on for his expertise briefing BODs of the Fortune 500 as well as international supply chain management groups. Baker designed and delivers a certificate course in Geopolitical Analysis for business at Florida International University. He is also the Chair of the Advisory Board of the newly organized Society for Geopolitics (S4GEO).
Christine Clay
Christine Clay brings 25 years of experience as an operations leader across research and commercial organizations. An operations multi-tool, Clay has managed executive strategy across finance, legal, human resources, public relations and marketing, and IT. She has also produced events as diverse as NCAA and MLS sporting events to managing speaking engagements with Nobel Laureates.
More recently, Clay has advised Periplous customers on insurance needs and made connections to providers with unique experience in geopolitical insurance. She has also delivered a talk to biotech startup CEOs on how to conduct Due Diligence in their organization.
More recently, Clay has advised Periplous customers on insurance needs and made connections to providers with unique experience in geopolitical insurance. She has also delivered a talk to biotech startup CEOs on how to conduct Due Diligence in their organization.
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Some of the companies we've worked with
