Piper DeLo brings extensive expertise in Russian studies and U.S.-Russian relations. Prior to joining Forward Risk, she worked at the U.S.-Russia Foundation for Economic Advancement and the Rule of Law, the Kennan Institute in Washington, DC, and at a leading foreign business organization in Moscow. During her time at the Kennan Institute, Piper was honored with the Robert H. Baraz Award for outstanding service and contributions.
In 2018, she studied abroad in Barnaul, Siberia, where she focused on Russian language and culture. Piper holds a BA in Russian Studies from American University and has collaborated with professors from various institutions, including Harvard University, where she delivered a lecture on the war in Ukraine in July 2024.
Outside of her professional career, Piper was a competitive U.S. Figure Skater for 15 years. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, photography, and playing tennis.