Daniel Hale Email & Phone Number

Senior all source analyst with over 26 years’ experience conducting research and analysis on Southeast Asia (SEA) and over 22 years focused on Counterterrorism (CT) and threats associated with Violent Extremist Organizations (VEO) in the Asia-Pacific region (INDOPACOM AOR), with an emphasis on Insular SEA (e.g. Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand) . Proficient in Steady-State, Crisis, and Predictive analysis, providing dedicated, tactical, operational, and strategic-level analytic support to U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF), facilitating CONOP development and supporting INDOPACOM, SOCOM, SOCPAC, and interagency planning to develop a full range of options in INDOPACOM AOR. Recognized within the U.S./Five-eyes IC as a leading SME on SEA CT who maintains robust liaison relationships with key counterparts in relevant defense and IC communities of interest. Frequent travel to SEA, Australia, and CONUS to participate in committees, working groups, interagency conferences, and analytic exchanges. Significant portions of past 26 years spent living, working, and traveling throughout Asia-Pacific region. Advanced proficiency in several Asian languages including Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia), Malay, and Filipino (Tagalog). Seasoned foreign media analyst with ability to multi-task and accomplish short-notice tasks with limited supervision. Maintain familiarity with latest analytic systems, tools, and IC resources. Mentor junior-to-mid-level analysts in intel production, writing, briefing/presentation, analytical processes, networking skills, and SEA/CT subject matter. Comfortable in U.S. Country Team settings abroad.

Listed skills include Writing, Consulting, Area Studies, Conciseness, and 122 others.