In an era defined by information overload, geopolitical uncertainty, and increasingly polarized narratives, finding trustworthy voices has become more important than ever. Through The Intelligence Report, founder Dylan Welch has set out to create a platform that highlights leaders making a positive impact while helping audiences better understand the forces shaping our world.
From producing more than 1,000 television episodes and building environmental media platforms to interviewing founders, policymakers, investors, and United Nations officials, Welch has spent much of his career at the intersection of media, business, and global affairs.
In this interview, he shares his journey, the vision behind The Intelligence Report, and why he believes media can be a powerful force for education and positive change.
Q: Tell us a little about your background. How did you get started?
My career has never followed a straight line, but looking back there has always been a common thread: curiosity and ambition.
I’ve been fortunate to travel extensively, work internationally, build companies, and meet people from every corner of society. My first job out of college was an Expedition Guide in Europe. From there, I worked in media and communications, eventually producing over a thousand television episodes for an Emmy Nominated TV Show, The American Dream. Later, I founded an environmental media company focused on sustainability, climate innovation, and positive solutions which I sold in 2025.
What fascinated me most wasn’t necessarily the topics themselves. It was the people behind them. The entrepreneurs building companies. The policymakers shaping decisions. The scientists making discoveries. The investors funding innovation.
The more people I met, the more I realized that many of the most impactful individuals in the world were doing incredible work that very few people knew about. On top of that, there is a huge pull to be controversial as a media company. I wanted to create something neutral and factual.
That realization ultimately led to The Intelligence Report.
Q: What inspired you to launch The Intelligence Report?
I saw a gap in the media landscape that I could fill with my professional work experience.
A lot of media today is designed to generate outrage, fear, or division because those emotions drive engagement. Unfortunately, that often comes at the expense of context and understanding.
At the same time, there are extraordinary leaders working behind the scenes to solve problems. Entrepreneurs creating new technologies. Policymakers developing innovative approaches. Organizations tackling global challenges. Yet many of those stories never reach a wider audience.
The Intelligence Report was built to bridge that gap. I have access to business leaders, finance leaders, policy makers, media platforms, UN advisors, and more. I wanted to leverage my connections to build something new.
Our mission is simple: provide thoughtful conversations and analysis that help people better understand business, geopolitics, global affairs, and leadership while highlighting individuals who are creating positive change.
Q: Why focus on both geopolitics and leadership?
Because they’re inseparable.
When people think about geopolitics, they often think about governments, conflicts, or international organizations. But geopolitics is ultimately driven by people and decisions.
The future isn’t shaped solely by presidents and diplomats. It’s also shaped by entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, military leaders, nonprofit executives, and innovators.
The reality is that the world is becoming increasingly interconnected. Decisions made in Washington, Beijing, Brussels, or New York can impact businesses, communities, and individuals around the globe.
Understanding those relationships is essential for anyone who wants to navigate the future successfully.
Q: The Intelligence Report often takes a neutral tone. Why is that important?
Because understanding should come before judgment.
One of the biggest challenges in modern media is that many platforms start with a conclusion and then work backward to support it.
I prefer a different approach.
Our goal is not to tell people what to think. Our goal is to help people think more critically by providing context, perspectives, and information.
Most global issues are complex. They rarely fit neatly into simple political narratives.
When discussing geopolitics, business, international relations, or public policy, I believe it’s important to approach topics with curiosity rather than ideology.
That doesn’t mean avoiding difficult conversations. It means having them responsibly.
Q: You’ve spent significant time working around the United Nations and international organizations. What has that experience taught you?
It’s reinforced the importance of dialogue.
People often criticize institutions without fully understanding how they operate. Are they perfect? Of course not.
But when you spend time around diplomats, policymakers, NGOs, and international organizations, you begin to appreciate the complexity of the challenges they’re trying to solve.
Whether it’s climate change, poverty, global health, conflict resolution, or sustainable development, these issues don’t stop at national borders.
What I’ve learned is that progress usually happens when people from different sectors come together. Governments, businesses, nonprofits, investors, and communities all have a role to play.
That’s one reason why many of our interviews focus on bringing together diverse perspectives.
Q: Why is it important to highlight leaders doing positive things for the planet?
Because positive examples create momentum.
It’s easy to become overwhelmed by negative headlines. But every day there are people building solutions.
There are entrepreneurs developing cleaner technologies. Conservationists protecting ecosystems. Investors funding sustainable innovation. Policymakers creating frameworks that encourage long-term thinking.
When people see examples of progress, they become more likely to believe progress is possible.
The goal isn’t blind optimism. It’s informed optimism.
I believe media should do more than report problems. It should also highlight solutions.
Q: What do you hope people take away from The Intelligence Report?
I hope they leave every interview having learned something new.
Maybe they gain a better understanding of a geopolitical issue. Maybe they discover an emerging technology. Maybe they hear a leadership lesson that changes how they approach their career.
Most importantly, I hope they develop a deeper appreciation for the people working to improve the world.
The future will be shaped by collaboration between business leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and citizens. The more we understand one another, the better positioned we’ll be to solve the challenges ahead.
Q: What’s next for The Intelligence Report?
We’re continuing to expand our coverage of global affairs, business, finance, technology, sustainability, and leadership.
We’re also growing our network of contributors, guests, and partners around the world.
Our vision is to build a platform that serves as a trusted source for thoughtful conversations and meaningful insights while giving a voice to leaders who are creating positive impact.
At its core, The Intelligence Report is about understanding the world and the people shaping it.
The challenges facing society are significant, but so is humanity’s capacity to solve them. If we can help tell the stories of those building a better future while educating audiences with balanced and thoughtful analysis, then we’re accomplishing exactly what we set out to do.
Listen to The Intelligence Report Podcast hosted by Dylan Welch
