Global Americans Inc

Global Americans Inc is a nonpartisan, independent think tank that focuses on research and analysis regarding United States relations with Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in 2015, the organization is headquartered in New York City and Washington, D.C., and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity[1][2].

Background and Mission

Global Americans provides valuable research and analysis for government officials, business executives, journalists, academics, and others interested in US-Latin America policy and relations. Its mission is to enhance understanding of how public and business policy decisions in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean impact each other and the region[2].

Activities and Programs

Global Americans offers a range of activities, including:

• Research and Analysis: The organization publishes various policy papers and "explainers" that provide insights into U.S. foreign policy toward Latin America[3].
• News Briefs: It issues "The Weekly News Brief," a newsletter that analyzes Latin American news, market trends, and relevant U.S. Congressional developments[2].
• Fellows Program: Global Americans supports a program fostering independent research by fellows, who produce articles, reports, and books that analyze policy issues and provide concrete recommendations[2].
• Gatherings and Events: The organization convenes high-level gatherings where senior officials and thinkers discuss major Western Hemisphere issues[2].

Governance and Funding

Global Americans is governed by a board of directors and is financially supported by contributions from foundations and individual donors. Notable funders include the Ford Foundation and the Foundation to Promote Open Society. The organization does not take institutional positions on policy matters, maintaining its nonpartisan stance[3][4].

Leadership

As of 2025, Global Americans has appointed Diego Area as its President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding previous leadership such as Christopher Sabatini, who served as president in earlier years[1][4].

Financials and Operations

Global Americans operates with a relatively small staff and has managed annual expenses of approximately $414,000 in recent years. Its financial operations are supported solely by donations, which are tax-deductible[3]. In recent years, the organization has focused on significant policy analyses, including assessments of U.S. economic policies' impacts on Latin America[3].