Madeleine K. Albright
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Madeleine K. Albright
“It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.”
Secretary of State (1997-2001)
Madeleine K. Albright
Web
- Albright Stonebridge Group (opens in a new tab)
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Expertise In:
- U.S. Foreign Policy
- National Security
- Diplomacy
- Women in Leadership
- U.S. Current Events
Audience & Industry
- Board Meetings and Executive Briefings
- Global Audiences
- The Professional Services Industry
- Corporations
- Women's Events
Madeleine Albright, America's first woman Secretary of State, draws on her extensive experience in public service and her ongoing work in the private sector to offer audiences a unique and up-to-the-minute perspective on the issues confronting the United States and the world.
Madeleine K. Albright is a professor, author, diplomat and businesswoman who served as the 64th Secretary of State of the United States. Dr. Albright received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, from President Obama on May 29, 2012.
In 1997, Dr. Albright was named the first female Secretary of State and became, at that time, the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government. As Secretary of State, Dr. Albright reinforced America’s alliances, advocated for democracy and human rights, and promoted American trade, business, labor, and environmental standards abroad. From 1993 to 1997, Dr. Albright served as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations and was a member of the President’s Cabinet. From 1989 to 1992, she served as President of the Center for National Policy. Previously, she was a member of President Jimmy Carter’s National Security Council and White House staff and served as Chief Legislative Assistant to U.S. Senator Edmund S. Muskie.
Dr. Albright is a Professor in the Practice of Diplomacy at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. Dr. Albright is Chair of Albright Stonebridge Group, a global strategy firm, and Chair of Albright Capital Management LLC, an investment advisory firm focused on emerging markets. She also chairs the National Democratic Institute, serves as the president of the Truman Scholarship Foundation and is Honorary Co-Chair of the World Refugee Council.
Dr. Albright is a seven-time New York Times bestselling author. Her most recent book, Hell and Other Destinations was published in April 2020. Her other books include: her autobiography, Madam Secretary: A Memoir (2003); The Mighty and the Almighty: Reflections on America, God, and World Affairs (2006); Memo to the President: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership (2008); Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat’s Jewel Box (2009); Prague Winter: A Personal Story of Remembrance and War, 1937-1948 (2012), and Fascism: A Warning (2018).
Dr. Albright received a B.A. with Honors from Wellesley College, and Master’s and Doctorate degrees from Columbia University’s Department of Public Law and Government, as well as a Certificate from its Russian Institute. She is based in Washington, DC.
Featured Videos
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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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MSNBC: Madeleine Albright: I'm Warning The American Public
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360/OS: Madeleine Albright's keynote - 'Democracy, Hijacked'
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"Fascism: A Warning"
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We cannot underestimate Russian President Vladimir Putin
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Fascism: A Conversation with Madeleine Albright and Strobe Talbott 1
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Fascism: A Conversation with Madeleine Albright and Strobe Talbott 2
Madeleine K. Albright's Speech Topics
In Conversation with Madeleine Albright
In an up-close-and-personal format, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright sits down for a candid discussion, sharing her perspective on the current state of world affairs and on the personalities who shape today’s headlines. Audiences are given unprecedented access to one of the globe’s most powerful, respected and vibrant women as Albright sheds light on challenges both personal and public. Albright responds to questions from both the moderator and the audience, and engages in a no-holds-barred discussion of issues ranging from war and peace to the challenge of juggling career and family life.
Economy and Security in the 21st Century
As a former Secretary of State and current businesswoman, Madeleine Albright has a deep understanding of the connections that exist between international economic developments and geopolitical security. No one is better positioned than Albright to offer insights about the policy challenges faced by President Trump or to analyze the strategies being employed by other world leaders, including those in such pivotal countries as China, Russia, India, Pakistan and Iran. Dr. Albright is an expert on how decisions are made at the global level and has strong opinions on the pros and cons of investing in emerging markets. She also speaks with force, clarity and humor on the many parallels that exist between operating a business and managing world affairs.
An Evening (Morning, Afternoon) with Madeleine Albright
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright speaks with humor, insight and eloquence about her life and career as a young refugee who rose to become for a time the world’s most powerful woman. Albright sketches a vivid portrait of her years as Secretary of State and offers candid descriptions of the leaders she encountered in Washington and overseas. She also discusses America’s global role and the many challenges facing President Trump and other world leaders today. While in office, Albright was renowned for her courage in “telling it like it is.” Now, as a best-selling author and successful businessperson, she offers a unique and always lively account of service at the highest levels of the U.S. government.
Works by Madeleine K. Albright
Madeleine K. Albright
Fascism: A Warning (opens in a new tab)
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Prague Winter: A Personal Story of Remembrance and War, 1937-1948 (opens in a new tab)
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Madam Secretary (opens in a new tab)
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The Mighty & The Almighty (opens in a new tab)
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Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat's Jewel Box (opens in a new tab)
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