Ripley Hunter

Ripley Hunter is a Principal in Research at Gartner, specializing in defense and emerging technology. Previously, they served as an Associate Research Director at Gravity Research, where they led a cross-functional research team and managed significant client projects. Ripley's experience includes positions at the Center for a New American Security and the San Diego Diplomacy Council, focusing on public diplomacy and national security research. They hold a Master of Arts in Security Policy Studies from The George Washington University and are pursuing bachelor's degrees in International Security and Conflict Resolution, as well as Islamic and Arabic Studies from San Diego State University, along with Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Haifa.