The Great Atlantic

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The Great Atlantic is a global advisory firm and thought leadership forum helping decision-makers navigate the intersection of governance, law, business, technology, and Al.

Our Services

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AI Investment & Scaling

Market intelligence, real-time data, industry insights, strategic pathways, integrations.

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Risk & Scenario Planning

Risk analysis and forecasting, simulations, contingencies.

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Thought Leadership

Decision-shaping forums, off-the-record panels, roundtables, and table tops that spark growth.

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Advisory & Planning

Board governance, regulatory, communications, stakeholder engagement.

About

The Great Atlantic helps leaders make better forward-looking decisions.

We connect the right people at the
right time with the right information and technology - including tailored Al and GTM solutions.

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Our Team

David Curran, Founding Principal
Founding Principal 

Dave Curran is a senior executive, lawyer, and board director with deep experience driving transformation, growth, and governance at Fortune 500 companies, global law firms, and fast-scaling tech ventures—including launching Paul, Weiss's groundbreaking Sustainability Advisory Practice.

He has led work across sustainable governance, legal tech, media, communications, and public affairs.

David Curran

Dave is a recognized leader at the intersection of AI, ethics, and sustainability, advising boards and C-suites on complex regulatory, reputational, and enterprise risks. He also convenes influential executives, investors, regulators, and policymakers to shape emerging standards in responsible AI, ESG, and risk management.

Mark Linton, Senior Advisor

Mark Linton

Senior Advisor 

Mark Linton brings more than two decades of experience helping organizations navigate complex challenges at the intersection of business, policy, and public expectations. He has held leadership roles across the White House, federal government, and the private sector, and has advised Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and mission-driven enterprises on growth, stakeholder strategy, and market positioning.

Mark is known for translating ambitious goals into practical results—aligning partners, building coalitions, and advancing initiatives in dynamic and highly scrutinized environments. He advises senior executives and boards on regulatory, reputational, and operational risk, and is known for connecting strategy to execution in ways that build trust, unlock opportunity, and deliver durable impact.

Kaitlin Curran, Senior Advisor

Kaitlin Curran

Senior Advisor 

Kaitlin, a specialist in operational strategy, works at the intersection of people, purpose, and possibility and brings a successful track record in helping clients unlock their full potential. Her career spans venture capital, mental health, international education, and nonprofit management.

Kaitlin is the Founder of Sandstone Coaching and Healing, where she facilitates lasting transformation for clients using a blend of somatic therapy, intuitive coaching, and holistic wellness modalities.

SK Karanam, Senior Advisor

SK Karanam

Senior Advisor 

SK Karanam is a customer focused product and go-to-market leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth in highly regulated industries. He has led product strategy and commercialization at Wolters Kluwer and Thomson Reuters, working across financial services and legal markets.

He specializes in translating complex business processes and regulatory requirements into outcome-oriented solutions, with deep expertise in applied AI, enterprise integrations, data-driven decision making, and compliance-led growth. His work focuses on putting AI into real workflows to deliver measurable commercial impact.

Kristina Wyatt, Senior Advisor

Kristina Wyatt

Senior Advisor 

Kristina Wyatt is a sustainability leader and lawyer with deep experience at the intersection of law, finance, and environmental stewardship. She currently serves as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at The Conservation Fund, helping advance land and water conservation alongside jobs and economic opportunity across the United States.

Kristina is a recognized leader in climate and sustainability disclosure, advising companies, investors, and policymakers on evolving regulatory frameworks, practical reporting systems, and market transparency. She is also a leading voice on nature-based solutions, resilient communities, and aligning conservation with long-term economic growth.

Tim Nixon, Senior Advisor

Tim Nixon

Senior Advisor 

Tim is a Senior Advisor to Boston Common Asset Management’s All Material Risk Data Science and Sustainability teams. He is an ongoing research contributor to Reuters News and serves on the judging panel for the Reuters Sustainable Business Awards.
Tim founded and served as the managing editor of the sustainability thought leadership platform at Thomson Reuters.

He is also a founder and knowledge partner to the United Nations Science, Business, & Policy Forum. As Managing Director of Signal Climate Analytics, Tim led a multi-year research collaboration initiative with the Calvert Center for Responsible Investing. He is an innovator driving positive change, with a decades-long record of developing impactful products and initiatives across the legal and financial services sectors.

Our Team

Let’s Work Together.

We create a rare space to think, connect, and arrive at novel solutions.

We look forward to collaborating with you.

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