In a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, a relatively low-profile American businessman with close ties to the Trump family is emerging as a key player in a wave of international business activity. Gentry Thomas Beach—Texas-based investor, CEO of Highground Holdings, and long-time friend of Donald Trump Jr—has been making headlines across South and Central Asia for his meetings with political leaders and promises of massive investments.
From mineral deals in Pakistan to energy talks in Bangladesh and manufacturing proposals in Turkey, Beach is pushing bold plans on behalf of U.S. interests—some of which appear intertwined with Trump-affiliated networks. But who exactly is Gentry Beach? And what are the implications of his ventures?
Who is Gentry Beach?
Gentry Beach, originally from Tyler, Texas, holds a BSc in Economics with a finance specialization from the Wharton School of Business—where he first met Donald Trump Jr. He started his career at Morgan Stanley and went…