David Stevens

David Stevens has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. David began their career as a Research Associate at the Council on Foreign Relations, where they assisted with writing a book on US foreign policy and organized discussions on European affairs and national security issues. David then pursued their PhD at Columbia University, specializing in civil-military relations and democratic transitions. During this time, they also taught courses and led discussions on international politics and US foreign policy.

After completing their PhD, David joined Veracity Worldwide as a Director, overseeing operations in New York and Singapore. David managed a team of 12 and focused on maintaining analytical and writing standards. Following this, they joined Chevron as a Geopolitical Analyst, conducting research and analysis on political, security, and economic developments in Africa and the Middle East. David prepared assessments and briefings for senior executives and traveled to various countries in the region for firsthand assessments.

David then pursued freelance writing, showcasing their expertise in various subjects. Currently, they serve as the Managing Director at Veracity Worldwide.

David Stevens earned a B.A. in International Relations and French from Tufts University between 1995 and 1999. David then pursued further education at Columbia University, where they obtained a Ph.D. in Political Science from 2002 to 2009. In 2016, David enrolled at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey for a Certificate in International Development and Social Change. The end year for this program is not provided.