National Security Speakers

From the Situation Room to the global stage, Avril Haines brings unparalleled insight on global risk, resilience, and decision-making, preparing organizations to thrive in uncertainty.

Jeh Johnson is a trusted leader in national and homeland security, corporate America, and higher education. He is also a distinguished figure in the legal field. He has led large and complex organizations, made life-and-death decisions, and responded to...

Jen Easterly, the former Director of America's top cyber defense agency (CISA), stands at the intersection of cybersecurity, national security, and corporate resilience, guiding leaders to convert global threats into strategic advantage. Drawing on decades of high-stakes experience...

Retired Navy Rear Admiral John Kirby, the only person ever to brief reporters at the Pentagon, State Department, and White House, leverages his storied career shaping America's most complex security challenges to empower audiences with the strategic insight...

With a career culminating as U.S. Ambassador to China, Ambassador Nicholas Burns is recognized as the leading expert on U.S.-China relations. Having served six Presidents and nine Secretaries of State, Burns draws on insights into global politics, economics,...

Nikki Haley delivers insight based on her past experience with the Trump administration and what to expect with Republican leadership going forward — equipping businesses and organizations with the insight they need to succeed.

“The world today is full of disruption, be it political, economic, technological, or military. In an increasingly unpredictable landscape, we need a strong America that is committed to its partnerships and bold risk takers who can help advance...

Former Congresswoman, Liz Cheney is committed to country and democracy over politics and offers exclusive insight into policy, principled leadership, and the future of bipartisanship.

Janet Napolitano is a distinguished public servant with a record of leading large, complex organizations at the federal and state levels.

Former national intelligence chief Dan Coats, assesses today's worldwide security threats.

Described as "someone who sees the world as it really is" and who speaks "with moral clarity," John Bolton provides an unparalleled perspective on world events.

Gen James N. Mattis, USMC (Ret.) guards America's democratic freedoms, with a unique leadership style based on integrity, authenticity, and humility.

Claire McCaskill shares unscripted and unvarnished views on politics today and the critical issues facing Americans.

James Comey offers a clear voice amidst the chaos of an unprecedented political environment — both at home in the United States and geopolitically abroad. A spell-binding story teller, Comey will inform and entertain any audience with tales...

Pulling back the curtain on Washington, Reince Priebus—former White House Chief of Staff to President Trump, Chairman of the Republican National Convention, and Finance Chairman of the 2024 Presidential Inauguration—offers a rare insider’s insight into American government, political...

An innovative leader who has transformed information technology for global brands and the federal government, Tony Scott shares leading approaches to digital modernization and enterprise cybersecurity.

John Brennan blends wisdom, experience, and candor in a cogent analysis of dynamic trends in national security.

"In times of crisis a leader needs to be transparent, clear, empathetic, serious, and all in." – Jeb Bush

"Without daring greatly, you will never know what is truly possible." – Adm. William H. McRaven, USN (Ret.)

A specialist in leading effectively and operating in complexity, Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, USA (Ret.) shares experienced insight on security in a multifaceted geopolitical environment, the 21st-century challenges facing the U.S., and capturing innovation.

A true patriotic, bipartisan voice, Chuck Hagel has never shied away from speaking his mind and doing what is right in the face of doing what is politically expedient. He discusses with audiences a wide variety of domestic...

A four-star Army general who led the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command, Gen. Keith Alexander, USA (Ret.) played a pivotal role in securing the United States and our Allies for the past decade.

A recognized expert on Russia, U.S.-Russia relations, great power competition, and American foreign policy around the world, Michael McFaul helps audiences understand the war in Ukraine, the new Cold War with Russia and lessons from the Cold War...

As the debt ceiling, the deficit and reigniting the global economic engine dominate conversations around the world, Neal Wolin—who served as Deputy Secretary of the Treasury and long-time Presidential economic advisor—provides audiences wise insight and analysis of the...