Cognitive Threat States of Key Actors and the Psychology of International Crises

Cognitive Threat States of Key Actors and the Psychology of International Crises

Speakers: Dr. Larry Kuznar (NSI, Inc.); Tom Rieger (NSI, Inc.); Bradford Morrison (University of British Columbia) Date: 16 May 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Dr. Larry Kuznar (NSI, Inc.), Mr. Tom Rieger (NSI, Inc.), and Mr. Bradford...
Cognitive Biases: Causes, Effects, and Implications for Effective Messaging

Cognitive Biases: Causes, Effects, and Implications for Effective Messaging

Authors | Editors: Polansky, S. (NSI, Inc.); Rieger, T. (NSI, Inc.) Quick Look Preview In the current environment of contested norms, increasing great power competition, and rapid technological change, protecting and furthering US interests requires the...

6 Things We’ve Learned Managing Virtual Teams

In the era of social distancing and COVID-19, NSI’s Chief Analytic Officer, Dr. Allison Astorino Courtois, details 6 quick insights and lessons from managing NSI’s innovative, virtual workplace for over 13 years. In parallel, NSI’s President, Mr. Tom Rieger, presents...
SMA CENTCOM Panel Discussion on Radicalization (Part II)

SMA CENTCOM Panel Discussion on Radicalization (Part II)

Speakers: Dorondo, D. (Western Carolina University); Popp, G. (NSI, Inc.); Rieger, T. (NSI, Inc.); Suedfeld, P. (University of British Columbia) Date: 17 March 2020 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a panel discussion as a part...
Assessing Buffers and Drivers of Conflict in the Arab Gulf

Assessing Buffers and Drivers of Conflict in the Arab Gulf

“Assessing Buffers and Drivers of Conflict in the Arab Gulf” Authors | Editors: Aviles, W. (NSI, Inc.); Rieger, T. (NSI, Inc.); Goncharova, A. (NSI, Inc.) Bottom Line Up Front Experts contend that the risk of militarization of the dispute between Qatar and...