Geopolitical Speakers

Lt. Col. Herzberg provides a unique first-hand account of what the IDF has been engaged with not only over the past 15 months, but also over the past decade in preparing for what was going to be an...

Tobias Ellwood is a leading expert and commentator on foreign relations, military strategy, terrorism, defense, British politics, Ukraine, the Middle East, and NATO. His insights are informed by nearly two decades as a member of the UK Parliament,...

Ross Coffman offers straight talk with a humorist twist as a 35 year leader in innovation, leadership, technology, and scale. He's renowned for his unique application of technology to solve complex problems, instruction on how to lead in...

Anu Bradford is a leading scholar and an award-winning author of bestselling books on the digital economy and the European Union. Her talks are rich with powerful insights, helping organizations decode the digital future and offering audiences new...

In the rapidly changing world of global geopolitics and economic shifts, former Ambassador Ivo Daalder emerges as the essential voice for groups seeking deep, actionable insights. With a distinguished career that includes serving two U.S. presidents as the...

John Sitilides is a Washington D.C. geopolitical risk, international relations, and government affairs specialist who explores and explains the complex geopolitical and geo-economic decisions that impact markets in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and worldwide, helping corporate executives,...

Mr. Hoffman developed extensive, substantive expertise on geopolitical and transnational issues related to the Middle East, South Asia, Russia, counterterrorism, and cyber and counter-intelligence. Now in the private sector, Mr. Hoffman remains highly regarded for his policy experience...

Step into the world of Julie Bishop, where her captivating presence and engaging oratory unveil fascinating insights and lessons from the inner sanctums of international politics and corporate landscapes. In every facet of her journey, Julie exemplifies resilience,...

A globally respected national security expert with experience in both Democratic and Republican administrations, Colin Kahl helps audiences understand the implications of accelerating geopolitical, military, and technological competition among the United States, China, Russia, and other world powers.

Drawing on his extensive public and private sector leadership experience, former President of the World Bank David Malpass offers valuable insights into the pressing geopolitical and economic issues of our time. 

General Richard D. Clarke, USA (Ret.) is a four-star Army general, who concluded his career as the head of US Special Operations Command, commanding over 75,000 of our Nation’s most elite forces. Deployed more than ten times in...

Ambassador João Vale de Almeida, a senior European diplomat, offers a personal and engaging perspective on the complex world of international affairs, drawing on his extensive experience interacting with world leaders and his in-depth knowledge of global political...

As the previous commander of all US and NATO military forces involved in the start and continuation of the recent Russia-Ukraine conflict, Tod Wolters was able to command and witness the influence of democratic values, demonstrating that global...

Iván Duque was the youngest elected President in the history of Colombia at the age of 41. He is currently a Distinguished Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson Center, a Transformational Distinguished Fellow at Oxford, a Leadership Fellow at...

Luis Costa Ribas shares powerful stories that help us contemplate the human condition and reflect on injustice. Through his insight and expertise, he leaves audiences with lessons learned and a message of hope for the future. 

Bill Browder is an investor advisor turned human rights activist. His story of uncovering deception and theft through his work grips audiences and eventually propelled him towards a life of human rights advocacy. He has successfully worked to...

Katty Kay is an award-winning journalist whose instinctively global perspective on American politics and global affairs comes from having lived all over the world throughout her career. Katty is currently U.S. special correspondent for BBC Studios where she...

Lt. Gen. Scott Kindsvater draws on his senior leadership roles with NATO and ten combat deployments to examine today’s global security environment. With his unique insights on Russia, China, and the war in Ukraine, he explains the evolving...

Hans Nichols is a political reporter at Axios and co-author of the weekly Sneak Peek newsletter. He covers the White House and national politics.

Michael D. Rich provides insight into the critical role of facts in U.S. public life and the challenges facing democracy.

"The increasing prevalence of infectious disease epidemics worldwide constitutes the need for a well-prepared response system. Ebola, SARS, COVID19 are not one off events. We are only as strong as our weakest link." – Syra Madad

Gen. Joseph Dunford, USMC (Ret.) served as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the nation’s highest-ranking military officer, and the principal military advisor to the President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council.

Jenna Arnold was named by Oprah as one of her “100 Awakened Leaders who are using their voice and talent to elevate humanity.”

Philip Hammond has been UK Cabinet Minister and key member of the British Government for almost a decade. Leading four departments over nine years, and rising to the second most powerful job in government, he is one of...