Gregory Hernandez
Potomac,MD
Summary
Researcher and analyst with experience in political journalism, congressional campaigning, and private-sector intelligence research. Background in historical analysis and graduate-level legal coursework, with hands-on experience conducting open-source and background research, synthesizing complex information, and supporting analytical and client-facing products. Strong writer and organizer developed in deadline-driven environments. Currently engaged in structured flight training in preparation for FAA commercial pilot certification, demonstrating discipline, technical proficiency, and long-term professional focus.
Experienced with comprehensive research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative analysis. Utilizes advanced data collection techniques to uncover critical insights and support strategic decision-making. Strong understanding of statistical tools and research software to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Researcher
CTC International
05.2025 - Current
- Conduct background and open-source research using public and subscription databases.
- Collect, organize, and document facts, timelines, and source materials.
- Perform preliminary analysis to assess relevance, credibility, and risk implications.
- Draft research summaries, briefing materials, and report sections.
- Monitor litigation, media coverage, social media & online activity, and corporate developments.
- Assist with the maintenance of research databases and working documents.
News Assistant
Inside Sources
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Supported daily operations at a nationally syndicated Beltway news outlet.
- Verified factual accuracy of articles prior to publication.
- Conducted interviews and background research.
- Authored enterprise articles on national political figures and non-bylined news briefs.
- Tracked republication of original reporting across partner outlets.
Special Assistant to the Campaign
Congressional Campaign of Marilinda Garcia (NH-02)
05.2014 - 11.2014
- Served as traveling aide to the candidate.
- Coordinated travel and logistics.
- Conducted outreach and participated in voter engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Magna Cum Laude
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05.2021
General Studies
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05.2019
Skills
- Open-Source & Background Research
- Investigative & Analytical Research
- Public Records, Legal & Corporate Filings
- Fact-Checking & Source Verification
- Report Writing & Briefing Support
- Risk & Issue Monitoring
- News & Political Analysis
- Research Database & Document Management
- Team collaboration
- Data collection and organization
- Strong work ethic
- Data analysis
- Critical thinking
- Research planning
- Documentation and reporting
- Attention to detail
Websites
Accomplishments
ADVANCED TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Premier Pilot Training / Washington International Flight Academy
Professional Flight Training (Commercial Pilot Preparation Track) | Spring 2022 – Present
• Completed 85+ hours of structured flight training toward Private Pilot License (PPL).
• Completing Instrument Rating training as a prerequisite for FAA commercial pilot license.
• Enrolled in structured training toward commercial pilot certification.
American University Washington College of Law — Washington, DC
Graduate-Level Legal Coursework | Fall 2023 – Spring 2024
• Completed two semesters of law school coursework.
• Focus on legal research, statutory interpretation, and analytical writing.
Affiliations
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association
Thurmont Conservation and Sportsman's Club
Certification
- Premier Pilot Training / Washington International Flight Academy
- Professional Flight Training (Commercial Pilot Preparation Track) | Spring 2022 – Present
- Completed 85+ hours of structured flight training toward Private Pilot License (PPL).
- Completing Instrument Rating training as a prerequisite for FAA commercial pilot license.
- Enrolled in structured training toward commercial pilot certification.
- American University Washington College of Law — Washington, DC
- Graduate-Level Legal Coursework | Fall 2023 – Spring 2024
- Completed two semesters of law school coursework.
- Focus on legal research, statutory interpretation, and analytical writing.
Timeline
Researcher
CTC International
05.2025 - Current
News Assistant
Inside Sources
05.2015 - 05.2017
Special Assistant to the Campaign
Congressional Campaign of Marilinda Garcia (NH-02)
05.2014 - 11.2014
General Studies
Montgomery College
Bachelor of Arts - History, Magna Cum Laude
University of Maryland, Baltimore County