Igor Harry Rusnak is an independent analyst and advisor working at the intersection of defense, innovation, and economic systems. His work focuses on how capital, technology, and institutions are translated into real-world capability and competitiveness under conditions of fragmentation, uncertainty, and rapid change. His research examines capability delivery, innovation ecosystems, and the relationship between governance structures and operational outcomes across Europe and its neighboring regions. Rusnak holds an MBA from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, and is based in Vienna, Austria.