Research That Builds Nations. Insight and Impact for Today's Problems.
The Washington Forum on India
About WFI
Deep-diving so you don't have to.
A quickly changing world has changed the pace at which businesses must stay informed.
We produce research that speaks to you: no fluff - no "consultant jargon".
We help answer the pressing questions that come with being Small and Mid-sized companies in an increasingly unpredictable business world in India and the US.
Whether it's market entry, sectoral-deep dives, or a broader strategic problem -- identifying a path forward is the first step to solving it.
On University Campuses, we drive discourse on India, engage think-tanks and community leaders, and select the brightest students to be part of our consultancy team.
Practice Areas
Defense and Aerospace
Armed with experiences in GovCon in both countries, a proximity to the US' military industrial complex, a wide network of Defense professionals, and keen focus on Security issues globally - we stay ready to serve clients on missions important to national security
Artificial Intelligence
Cognizant of the vast impact of AI on consulting, we keep AI at the top of our minds, dually:
1. For our clients' needs
2. On how it will transform research and discourse.
Advanced Manufacturing
From Composite Materials, to precision tooling, we are keen analysts of industrial policy, deep-diving on what it takes to manufacture, and to do it in national interest.
Healthcare
Ranging from medical devices, to the Pharmaceutical industry, from API intermediaries, to formal licencing. We closely analyze the US-India corridor in this space.
Political Risk
With nearly 65% of the WFI team training in the world's top schools for International Affairs and Political Science, our acumen and network in policy and political systems is robust- in both India and the US.
Energy
Deeply connected to energy professionals, our scope includes Geopolitical Risk, Battery Storage, Grid Resilience, Critical Minerals, and Energy Policy for startups + SMEs
How We Work
Research & Advisory for SMEs
Leveraging sectoral depth, our networks, and the best of research technology, we study for our clients, helping them make better strategic decisions.
Our Advisory team is a selective group, sourced from young professionals and student talent part of WFI.
Fostering high-level campus leadership
We foster a professional platform on campus that looks closely at the policies, statecraft, and international affairs of India and emerging power dynamics.
From engaging business and policy leaders, to debating theory -- through demonstrating initiative on campus, we find the leaders of tomorrow.
Deploying the best of that leadership
We choose the best and brightest talent on campus to become members of the Research and Advisory team.
By thoughtfully engaging with Campus Chapters and In-House Research, these students stand out.
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