Nicole Morgret
Great Falls,VA
Summary
Research and policy analyst with extensive experience in legislative affairs related to U.S. China policy and a long track record of published reports on Chinese human rights and security issues. Skilled in leveraging open-source data, including satellite imagery, government records, corporate documents, and both official and social media. Holds an active top secret (TS) clearance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Open Source Analyst
Exovera
Vienna, VA
06.2026 - Current
- Contributes to research and analysis on security and defense related issues utilizing a variety of Chinese open-source information including academic literature, online sources and Exovera's in-house database.
- Identifies data sources for future analysis, working with the software team to collect, process and structure data.
- Writes and edits analytic reports.
Policy Analyst
U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission
Washington, DC
09.2023 - 05.2026
- Conducted in-depth research on China's security and foreign affairs to produce short and long form analysis to inform congressional decision-making.
- Authored sections of multiple USCC annual reports to Congress, aiding in policy development.
- Assisted development of USCC policy recommendations by conducting background research and identifying policy gaps.
- Organized and facilitated congressional hearings with expert witnesses.
- Briefed congressional offices on USCC research and policy recommendations.
- Organized and staffed an international fact finding trip, assisting USCC Commissioners during meetings with foreign government officials and civil society representatives.
Analyst
Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS)
Washington, USA
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Lead open-source research and partner engagement for the portfolio related to Uyghur rights issues.
- Developed and wrote research reports utilizing C4ADS data-driven and impact-focused methodologies; utilized Palantir and C4ADS' in-house data lake to manage and analyze data.
- Identified and preserved Chinese government datasets for analytical use.
- Led briefings on findings to civil society, private sector and government, including the State Department and CBP.
- Supported partners in conducting research focused on supply chain tracing, sanctions and export control enforcement, and corporate accountability.
- Spearheaded training modules on Chinese open-source data, enhancing team and partner capabilities.
- Established and nurtured partnerships with civil society organizations.
- Supported grant reporting to the State Department and developed programmatic ideas for grant applications.
- Contributed to peer reviewing and editing colleagues’ research products.
Project Manager
Uyghur Human Rights Project
Washington, USA
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Wrote in-depth research reports on Uyghur human rights issues utilizing Chinese government data sources, news media, and witness interviews.
- Contributed to developing UHRP's research agenda; edited and formatted reports; wrote press releases, statements, op-eds, and speeches and correspondence for the executive director.
- Spoke to journalists in interviews and on background; represented UHRP at public events.
- Planned and participated in UHRP online and in-person events; supported advocacy initiatives on forced labor.
- Helped develop and oversee UHRP’s internship program; contributed to supporting Uyghur asylum seekers through UHRP’s humanitarian relief program.
- Wrote and managed grants and sought new funding opportunities; worked with accountants to manage overall budget.
- Oversaw office administration.
Business Development Associate
PFD Group
Washington, USA
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Undertook a variety of research projects for a diverse collection of businesses operating in the international development field.
- Coordinated schedules for international meetings to ensure timely communication across time zones.
Defense Policy Intern
Office of Congressman Randy Forbes
Washington, USA
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Conducted research on various issues for defense staff.
- Attended hearings and assembled daily news briefings on China issues.
- Assisted with daily office tasks to support team operations.
Education
Master of Arts - International Studies
Johns Hopkins SAIS- Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies
Nanjing, China01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
The American College of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, Greece01.2007
Skills
- Research and writing
- Open-source data analysis
- Policy analysis and development
- Mandarin Chinese
- Briefing and public speaking
- Grant writing and management
Timeline
Open Source Analyst
Exovera
06.2026 - Current
Policy Analyst
U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission
09.2023 - 05.2026
Analyst
Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS)
12.2021 - 09.2023
Project Manager
Uyghur Human Rights Project
07.2016 - 12.2021
Business Development Associate
PFD Group
12.2015 - 07.2016
Defense Policy Intern
Office of Congressman Randy Forbes
02.2015 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - International Studies
Johns Hopkins SAIS- Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
The American College of Thessaloniki