Global Intelligence Services May 6, 2010

2 Founded in 1996 by Dr. George Friedman –Author of the NY Times best-seller “The Next 100 Years” Privately-owned, geopolitical intelligence organization Distinct integration of OSINT and HUMINT (open source information gathering and from-the-field perspectives) Highly-respected and quoted /featured across national media organizations –NY Times –The Economist –Barron’s –Time –Fortune WHO WE ARE –The Huffington Post –Forbes.com –The Wall Street Journal –American Free Press –Los Angeles Times

3 Specialization in unbiased global monitoring, insight and analysis Highly accurate forecasting using proven geopolitical methodology Highly trained analysts that assess and filter global intelligence in real-time Onsite networks in more than 100 countries In-depth reporting in targeted regional and topical market segments (security, terrorism, energy, politics, manufacturing, oil, financial, labor, natural disasters, etc.) Business focus on reducing risk and maximizing opportunities for government agencies, higher education and multinational organizations WHAT WE DO

4 OUR PRODUCTS/SERVICES An in-depth portfolio of products and resources to meet your missions and strategic business objectives Comprehensive Web site with 14 years of archives Video Targeted portals Special reports Executive briefings Global monitoring Business risk assessments Travel security reports Books Custom intelligence assessments/projects

5 Public Sector –U.S. Federal (Civilian and DOD) –Education –Foreign governments Think tanks Embassies Libraries CLIENTS Multinational organizations –NGOs –Manufacturers –Energy –Supply chain partners –IT services/technology –Construction –Telecom –Transportation –Financial services –Insurance

6 MILITANT THREAT TO HOTELS Source: STRATFOR Terrorism, Security and the Threat to Global Business, November 15,2009

7 ABDUCTIONS BY THE NUMBERS Source: 8,000: the estimated number of annual worldwide kidnappings 1 in 10: the ratio of kidnappings reported to the authorities $5,000 - $100M: the range of ransom demands $500M: the annual global takings of the kidnap industry 100%: the increase in kidnapping around the world in the last six years 21%: the number of hostages in Latin America who survive rescue attempts  One inquiry by a Mexican legislative committee estimated there are approximately 4,500 kidnappings per year in Mexico alone  Approximately one-third of those crimes are reported to police because families fear reprisals from kidnappers and/or police often are involved Source: Mexican Chamber of Deputies Committee on Security

8 AREAS OF CARTEL INFLUENCES IN MEXICO

9  Most attacks can be prevented with effective countersurveillance practices, making protective intelligence measures a critical component to global business strategies TYPICAL ATTACK CYCLES

10 Corporate and institutional licensing Licenses available for full access to STRATFOR online products Allows IP Auth with STRATFOR’S systems for rapid dissemination of SITREPS, analyses and forecasts Priced according to size of organization Protective Intelligence (PI) program Focused on preserving the safety of people, information, facilities and brand/reputation Dedicated “briefer” who you can contact and understands your requirements, monitors relevant intelligence and keeps you posted on vital concerns Tailored reports and confidential briefings Daily/monthly/weekly alerts on key developments in specified areas of interest Special projects on priority issues (security assessments, country risk studies) Priced according to scope of effort required CORPORATE SERVICES

11 SIGNIFICANT BENEFITS OF STRATFOR PROTECTIVE INTELLIGENCE May 3, 2010: Threat to a multinational client in India  STRATFOR leverages expertise — OSINT and HUMINT —to assess the credibility of the threat and to make recommendations for response  Quick response, feedback and direct access to a network of intelligence proves invaluable to the client and helps mitigate risk Travel requests (summer 2010)  Multinational client is planning large, strategic meetings in London and needs to assess/avoid all possible security threats  STRATFOR conducts due diligence to analyze up-coming events/developments that might attract demonstrations or pose targets for militants  STRATFOR can make recommendations that detail travel/security threats STRATFOR IN ACTION

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