Puentes Global Advisory
Bridging the Americas and
Shaping the Future
THE FIRM
Positioned at the intersection of policy and politics in Washington and Latin America, Puentes Global Advisory provides our clients with the tools they need to navigate complex political and economic landscapes, build coalitions and raise their profile across key sectors.
We specialize in decoding the unique political and policy dynamics of Washington and capitals across the region and equipping those we serve with creative, actionable strategies for success.
With deep national security experience and a strong record of bipartisan results at the highest levels of the U.S. executive branch and Congress, we deliver impactful outcomes. And with unparalleled access to key decisionmakers and thought leaders across the Americas, Puentes Global Advisory ensures our clients thrive in today’s complex global landscape.
Whether you are a private company, foundation, or non-profit organization, we are committed to guiding you on a path to success.
OUR SERVICES
PROACTIVE STRATEGY MANAGEMENT
Providing expert advice on how to best position our clients in Washington and throughout the Americas
POLICY MONITORING AND
EXPERT GUIDANCE
Tracking policy and regulatory changes and decoding executive branch actions and legislation that impact our clients
RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND COALITION BUILDING
Identifying key stakeholders and building strategic alliances, including with
unlikely partners
CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Assisting in navigating challenging political and economic landscapes
POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC
RISK ASSESSMENT
Identifying potential risks to inform smarter decision-making
ADVOCACY TRAINING
Empowering our clients with the skills needed to conduct effective advocacy in Washington and across the Americas
THE FOUNDER
Eric Jacobstein is founder and principal at Puentes Global Advisory, which he launched after nearly two decades of U.S. government experience as a senior advisor on Latin America and the Caribbean. During that time, he worked at the highest levels across the executive and legislative branches with a strong record of bipartisan results.
Most recently, Jacobstein served in the Biden-Harris Administration as deputy assistant secretary of state for Western Hemisphere Affairs where he led U.S. policy on Central America, regional migration and Cuba. He previously served at the White House as special advisor for the Western Hemisphere to Vice President Kamala Harris and National Security Council director for Central America and Cuba. Jacobstein started in the Biden-Harris Administration as a senior advisor at the U.S. Agency for International Development and founding staff director of its Northern Triangle Task Force.
Prior to his time in the executive branch, Jacobstein worked in the United States Congress for 15 years in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. His tenure on Capitol Hill included seven years as the lead Democratic advisor on Latin America and the Caribbean on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and three years as the staff director on the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control. He is the author of key legislation signed into law by Democratic and Republican presidents, including the U.S. – Northern Triangle Enhanced Engagement Act, the U.S. – Caribbean Strategic Engagement Act and the Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission Act.
Jacobstein holds an MA in Latin American Studies from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and a BA in Political Science from Haverford College.
He also serves as a senior fellow at the Inter-American Dialogue where he provides expertise on Central America, the Caribbean and regional migration.
