Risk Management Speakers

With over 20 years of world crisis experience, Frances Townsend identifies the danger spots around the world and analyzes their potential impact on you and your organization.

Kat Cole is creating a personal legacy of evolution that transcends industries and job titles.

Decorated Admiral and archetype of exemplary leadership, Adm. James Stavridis, USN (Ret.) addresses security concerns in a technologically transforming world.

Tony Blair embraces the challenges of globalization in an increasingly interconnected world.

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

A highly decorated general and one of the most prominent combat commanders in American history, Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA (Ret.) has dedicated his life to public service, leading military campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan and then serving...

Richard Haass shares a wise and historically grounded examination of a world increasingly defined by disorder.

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...

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. 

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...

"Core to leadership is the ability to relate to people – to empathize, understand, inspire, and motivate." – Robert Gates

David Cameron provides expert insights on leadership, resilience, and navigating global challenges. With a proven track record in economic recovery, international diplomacy at the highest levels, and driving social progress, his guidance helps organizations adapt, innovate, and thrive...

One of the nation’s most respected bipartisan leaders in recent history, Leon Panetta has devoted his career to the American people, guiding U.S. intelligence, defense and economic strategies over the past four decades.

Having led some of America’s most distinguished and recognizable companies during a storied business career that includes executive roles at GE, 3M and Boeing, Jim McNerney provides insight on topics such as the competitive advantage created by innovation, leading and...

Steve Case is one of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs—a pioneer who made the Internet part of everyday life and orchestrated the largest corporate merger in history.

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.

Economic expert Richard Fisher brings a wealth of experience, shares candid insights and helps audiences understand the most pressing and complex economic issues of the day.

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 distinguished physicist, innovative professor and the first science laureate to serve as U.S. Secretary of Energy, Dr. Steven Chu offers audiences insight on our energy future—and how advances in science are the key to solving our most...

Having led an industrial titan through a digital revolution that upended traditional assumptions, former Chairman and CEO of General Electric Jeff Immelt motivates organizations to embrace change and shares firsthand lessons on how to cultivate innovation.

The first elected official in modern times selected to serve in a President's cabinet of an opposing party, William Cohen assesses the state of world affairs and the relationship between international politics and the global economy.

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.

An accomplished economic and political advisor with extensive experience in government and the private sector, Brian Deese recently served as the Director of the United States National Economic Council in the Biden administration (2021-2023), where he played a...

A visionary leader in both the public and private sectors, Sylvia Mathews Burwell provides powerful insights on health care, leadership, and a wide range of pivotal issues that impact the lives of individuals in the U.S. and around...