Geopolitics and Economics Media Commentator

Greg Swenson is Chairman of Republicans Overseas UK and Co-Founder of The Hamilton Society an organisation which provides Anglo-Americans with a platform for free speech, discourse and debate. He has worked tirelessly for 20 years to educate his audience about conservative issues.

He regularly appears on BBC, Sky, Fox, CNBC, GB News, Talk TV, TRT and Al Jazeera where he discusses economics and geopolitics and appears as guest speaker at industry and academic events globally.

Dynamic Voice for Conservative Politics and Global Markets

As a prominent founding partner of Brigg Macadam, a London-based merchant bank specializing in frontier markets in agriculture, infrastructure, and critical minerals, Greg Swenson has established himself as a major player in the realms of finance and conservative advocacy. Operating extensively across Africa and the Middle East, Greg’s insights are grounded in a career that spans both Wall Street and international markets.

Since 2018, Greg has become a go-to media voice, appearing in an impressive 20 media engagements per week across global networks. His conservative perspective on economics, markets, and US politics has been featured on major channels like BBC News, Fox News, CNBC, Bloomberg, and many more across continents, including Europe, Asia, and Africa. His analysis of US elections and conservative values is particularly noted, making him a key commentator on Republican viewpoints worldwide.

Greg’s 30-year Wall Street career began at Lehman Brothers in fixed income sales and trading. His professional journey includes positions at HSBC, Key Bank Capital Markets, and ultimately founding Brigg Macadam in 2015. Greg’s relationships with senior government and business leaders span the UK, Middle East, and Africa, enhancing his global influence.

Leadership in Republican Circles

A Champion of Republican Values and A Trump Advocate. Advocacy for President Trump and conservative principles is evident in his public speaking engagements at prestigious institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, and Trinity College Dublin. Greg passionately voices his support at think tanks, investment conferences, and elite venues, bringing a fresh, informed perspective on conservative politics and US elections.

As Chairman of Republicans Overseas United Kingdom and co-founder of The Hamilton Society, Greg has created platforms for discourse, inviting prominent figures like Mike Pompeo, Joni Ernst, Douglas Murray, and Liz Truss, Jacob Rees-Mogg. His leadership extends to active fundraising, including major events for President Trump, and consistent support for Republican values on an international stage.

Family Values

Greg earned his Bachelor’s degree from Boston College and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Married for 33 years to Mary Ellen, who attended Northwestern University and achieved a BA in History of Art. Greg has two grown children who have followed his path into finance—Caroline at Goldman Sachs and Gregory at Morgan Stanley. Greg and Mary Ellen currently reside in London and they maintain a home in Chicago where Mary Ellen and her family operate a very successful Education company.

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