Expert Guidance in Fragile and Frontier Markets

Mission Statement

Committed to bold thinking and adaptive solutions, we identify pathways for sustainable, responsible, and secure growth in complex environments

Our Purpose

We help public- and private-sector leaders turn volatility into sustainable opportunity—unlocking investment, advancing peace, and strengthening governance in the world’s most complex environments.

The Principles That Guide Us

Lead with integrity and accountability—ethical conduct and full transparency are non-negotiable.
Put clients first by co-creating solutions that fit local realities and endure.
Stay agile and forward-looking, anticipating risk without losing sight of long-term goals.
Commit to purpose-driven impact, where profit never outranks peace, equity, and resilience.
Uphold rigorous, ethical research standards that respect human dignity and data integrity.

Executive Leadership

Kevin Melton — Chief Executive Officer

A global strategist with more than twenty years operating at the intersection of security, development, and diplomacy. Kevin has shaped U.S. stabilization policy, deployed alongside special-operations forces, and advised Cabinet officials and four-star commanders.

Ami Morgan — Chief Operating & Financial Officer

Two decades of experience steering large-scale programs at USAID and building ESG frameworks for multinational clients. Ami specializes in operational excellence, responsible governance, and cross-sector coalitions that deliver measurable results.

Rick Morgan, PhD — Chief Information & Data Officer

Former USAID conflict-analytics lead who now designs AI-enabled risk platforms. Rick pairs deep social-science expertise with advanced data science to give decision-makers real-time clarity in fragile markets.

Angela Greenewald — Chief of Partnerships & Client Relations

Retired U.S. Army Civil Affairs officer and former USAID Senior Advisor who excels at civil-military integration and interagency coordination. Angela cultivates strategic alliances and ensures every client experience is seamless and high-impact.

The Pax Bullpen: Depth & Breadth on Demand

70+ senior specialists drawn from government, finance, tech, energy, and humanitarian sectors
1,100 + cumulative field-years across 125 countries on six continents
247 technical disciplines, from cyber-resilience to climate-smart mining, with an average of four specialties per expert
Mission-ready professionals—more than one-third already cleared for sensitive or classified deployments, allowing rapid start-up on secure projects
45 working languages, ensuring cultural fluency from Bogotá to Bamako

Our flexible roster lets us assemble bespoke teams—often within days—to match each engagement’s risk profile, sector focus, and mission scope. From conflict analysts and investment strategists to civil-military planners and data scientists, the right mix is always on call.

Why Clients Choose Pax

A whole-of-market perspective that integrates security, ESG, finance, and civil-military insight—never in silos.
Boardroom-trusted advisers who brief presidents, negotiate cease-fires, and sit on investment committees.
A training force multiplier—20 + specialized courses through our Pax Training & Resource Center keep client teams mission-ready