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Geopolitical Speakers

As the global economy becomes more competitive and dynamic, geopolitical knowledge is becoming more and more essential to corporate success. Leading Authorities speakers bureau gives you access to global geopolitical experts who are center stage in the geographic, political, and economic realms. Our geopolitics speakers unpack world trends, the complex global landscape, economic alliances, the impact of foreign policy, and how to leverage global opportunities.

Our geopolitics keynote speakers will position your company at the forefront of the evolving global economy. For global political speakers who can deliver a White House-caliber briefing on hot-button global issues including the economy, trade, market volatility, and security, consider these highly sought-after geopolitics speakers.

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Paul Ryan

Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2015-2019)

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Paul Ryan

Paul Ryan served ten terms in the U.S. House of Representative and as Speaker of the House from 2015 to 2019. Known for his meteoric rise in politics and often praised for his seriousness and honesty, Ryan is a committed conservative and public servant who has spent his life advocating for real solutions that expand opportunity for Americans. Before serving as Speaker of the House, he was Chair of the House Budget Committee, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, and a U.S. Vice Presidential candidate. He is exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau.

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Leadership Politics Healthcare Policy Healthcare Economic Outlook Finance Policy & Regulation Geopolitics Authors Political Leaders

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Eric Traupe

National Intelligence Leader; Former CIA Assistant Director

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Eric Traupe

A powerful voice in the Intelligence Community and one of its leading national security professionals, Eric Traupe is the former assistant director of the CIA for the Near East and served on the front lines of U.S. counterterrorism efforts for more than 20 years. He remains a trusted advisor to our nation’s highest-ranking leaders, having advised CIA directors, presidents, cabinet and military officials, and members of Congress, and participated in momentous White House strategic, policy, and resource decisions. Traupe has tackled the full range of U.S. national security issues, and his leadership, acumen, and unmatched ability to cultivate enduring relationships between the U.S. and its foreign partners continues to be heralded in intelligence circles. To complement his highly sought-after leadership insights, Traupe is masterfully skilled at engaging audiences with his captivating perspectives on today’s top issues in risk management, national intelligence, and the ever-evolving geopolitical landscape.

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Leadership Middle East National Security Change Management China Crisis Management Geopolitics Military Leaders

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Beth Sanner

Former Presidential Intelligence Briefer, Former Deputy Director of National Intelligence

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Beth Sanner

A presidential-level communicator with more than three decades experience as a national security official, Beth Sanner is among the most influential voices at the highest levels of American intelligence. As the senior-most analyst for the entire Intelligence Community (IC), she was a trusted adviser to the President of the United States on our nation’s most important intelligence matters – first as the Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s director of the President’s Daily Brief and later as the Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Mission Integration. Having served in several leadership, staff, policy, and analytic positions in the IC, Sanner has briefed four Presidents and also advised vice presidents, congressional and cabinet officials, and foreign partners; her acumen is highly sought after by our nation’s decisionmakers and organizations across various industries. Sanner uniquely immerses audiences in her talks —making them feel as though they are our nation’s leaders being briefed on hot-button developments with the potential to reshape our world.

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Innovation National Security China Crisis Management Cyber Security Geopolitics Female Speakers

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Stanley McChrystal

Former Commander of US and International Forces in Afghanistan, Best-Selling Author, & Co-Founder of the McChrystal Group

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Stanley McChrystal

General Stanley McChrystal is a four-star general, the former commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan and the former leader of Joint Special Operations Command, which oversees the most sensitive counter-terrorism units. He is widely praised for revolutionizing warfare by fusing intelligence and operations and is credited with the capture of Saddam Hussein and the location and killing al-Qaeda’s leader in Iraq. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates called McChrystal “one of America’s greatest warriors.” McChrystal addresses leadership, teambuilding, and geopolitics.

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Leadership Middle East National Security Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration Decision Making Change Management Corporate Culture Crisis Management Geopolitics Authors College & University Speakers Military Leaders TED Speakers

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Linda Weissgold

Influential National Intelligence Leader, CIA Deputy Director for Analysis from 2020-2023

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Linda Weissgold

At the height of her 37-year career as a distinguished national intelligence leader, Linda Weissgold was among an elite group of trusted advisors who informed the U.S.’s national security strategy. From March 2020 to April 2023, she served as the Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA) Deputy Director for Analysis, making her the organization’s top analyst. As the CIA’s Deputy Director of Analysis, Weissgold was called upon by the nation’s highest-ranking officials, policymakers, and military leaders to brief them on global risks, emerging trends, and actionable opportunities, and provide the decision advantage needed to navigate the complexities of national security and protect our democracy. Having served seven presidents, including two years as President George W. Bush’s intelligence briefer, Weissgold offers audiences incomparable analysis of the national and global intelligence landscapes and their impact on organizations and society. Weissgold’s contributions to the Intelligence Community have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Presidential Rank Award — the most prestigious award for outstanding career senior leaders in the federal workforce. She is also the recipient of the CIA’s Distinguished Intelligence Medal, Distinguished Career in Intelligence Medal, and Director’s awards, as well as the William Langer Award.

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Leadership National Security Geopolitics Female Speakers

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Paul M. Nakasone

Former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command & Former Director of the National Security Agency, Four-Star Army General (Ret.)

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Paul M. Nakasone

A name synonymous with visionary leadership, retired four-star Army General Paul M. Nakasone is the longest-serving leader of the U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, and is regarded among an elite class of leaders whose strategic expertise at the nexus of cybersecurity, technology, and geopolitics has laid the groundwork for upholding our nation’s security in the modern age. General Nakasone’s career spans more than three decades of pivotal moments in modern warfare and digital defense and he draws upon his experiences constantly at the epicenter of conflict to share battle-tested lessons on transformational leadership, while also examining the challenges and opportunities organizations face in the ever-evolving tech and security landscape.

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Leadership National Security Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data China Cyber Security Geopolitics Military Leaders

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Sue Gordon

Transformative Leader & Disruptive Technologies Expert, Former Top-Ranking National Intelligence & National Security Official

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Sue Gordon

Sue M. Gordon is the former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence (PDDNI) – the country’s number two ranking intelligence official. As the fifth PDDNI, she co-led the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and oversaw the entire Intelligence Community, comprised of over a dozen agencies that collect information on threats against the United States. In particular, Gordon’s transformative leadership focused on integrating intelligence across the organization, expanding outreach and partnerships, driving innovation, and advancing diversity and inclusion throughout the Community. With nearly four decades of legendary and dedicated service, Gordon has led at every level of the Intelligence Community with roles spanning numerous organizations and disciplines – drawing on this experience to inspire audiences to challenge the status quo, adapt to changing environments, and apply innovation to their business.

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Innovation Leadership National Security China Cyber Security Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Geopolitics Female Speakers

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Robert Joyce

NSA Cybersecurity Director (2021-2024), Former Special Assistant to the President & Acting Homeland Security Advisor

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Robert Joyce

Regarded as a titan in national security and one of the field’s most innovative minds, Rob Joyce served as one of the National Security Agency’s most influential figures for 34 years — most recently as the head of the organization’s Cybersecurity Directorate. In the later years of his tenure, Joyce was perhaps the most visible figure of the historically reserved agency, and embraced his refreshingly public-facing role as a means of strengthening trust and collaboration between government and industry against cyber threats. From his distinguished NSA career, as well as his service as a White House cyber official and special assistant to the president, he is viewed by his peers as an exemplary leader whose expertise, collaborative approach, and dedication to improving intelligence sharing has been pivotal to safeguarding our organizations and society against the threats in the digital realm.

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National Security AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data China Crisis Management Cyber Security Geopolitics

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Meghan L. O'Sullivan

Geopolitical Authority & Former Presidential Advisor, Harvard Professor & Administrator

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Meghan L. O'Sullivan

Few people have had the immense impact that Meghan O’Sullivan has had at the highest levels of geopolitics. She is a globally respected geopolitical expert who has advised the nation’s highest-ranking leaders — from President George W. Bush to Secretary of State Antony Blinken — on some of the most-complex challenges in international affairs. Currently, Dr. O’Sullivan is the Director of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs and the Jeane Kirkpatrick Professor of the Practice of International Affairs at Harvard University’s Kennedy School. There, she leads 300 scholars, practitioners, and staff as they advance the boundaries of international relations, security, technology, science, energy, and the environment. The Belfer Center has consistently been ranked as the world’s top academic think tank.

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China ESG & Corporate Social Responsibility Energy Geopolitics College & University Speakers Female Speakers

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Mike Studeman

U.S. Navy Rear Admiral (Ret.), Renowned National Intelligence Leader, Foreign Policy Practitioner, & China Expert

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Mike Studeman

Rear Admiral Mike Studeman is a decorated military leader and former Commander of the Office of Naval Intelligence who stands as one of the United States’ preeminent national security officials. His distinguished 35-year career has taken him to assignments around the globe and positioned him as one of the most influential voices on intelligence, foreign policy, and defense matters. He is an internationally recognized authority on Asian affairs with deep expertise on China. Studeman has led intelligence operations at every level — from the tactical to the strategic, through crises and war – and is an accomplished foreign policy practitioner with a track record of geostrategic impact.

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Leadership National Security Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration China Crisis Management Geopolitics Military Leaders

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Ted Singer

Longtime CIA Senior Executive, Expert National Security Problem-Solver

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Ted Singer

In a career spanning more than 35 years, longtime Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) senior executive Ted Singer has been regarded as a national intelligence and security chessmaster whose insights and acumen have guided strategic decision-making by U.S. and foreign governments on global issues of the highest complexity. From 2006 onwards, Singer served as a CIA Senior Intelligence Service officer — succeeding in positions of increasing responsibility and U.S. national security scope, and becoming a five-time Chief of Station — serving in major Middle Eastern and European capitals. Singer’s knowledge of regional dynamics in the Middle East and Europe is near-encyclopedic and his list of achievements is as extensive as it is impressive. His expertise extends across strategic planning, stewardship of significant staff and resources, financial management, and operational control of groundbreaking intelligence programs.

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The world is changing at a rapid pace and today's businesses want insight into what to expect and how to best adapt. Our geopolitical experts can break down the biggest geopolitical issues and hottest topics of the day and provide exactly that kind of customized and action-oriented insight to your audience.

Our geopolitical speakers range from people who have served under past US presidents to experts in military operations and international policy and media personalities who cover these tough global issues. On top of their many years of experience with geopolitics, our global trends speakers are well-rounded individuals who have also mastered the art of communication. Ranging from American geopolitics, to international, you'll be thoroughly engaged the entire time and will leave with a much clearer understanding of these often-foggy yet extremely important topics that are directly impacting your industry and organization.

Whether you're looking for a speaker to tell you about the ins and outs of the CIA, the Marine Corps, US Special Operations, or other national and international intelligence groups, Leading Authorities, Inc. speakers bureau has the right individual for you.

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Keep your attendees talking with the insight and perspective of our global political speakers—respected experts in their field and in-demand speakers across the world. Whether you're searching for a geopolitical expert with a military background or a geopolitics speaker with international political experience, you can discover one that will offer the perfect fit for your event.

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Booking speakers on geopolitics gives your audience and business the knowledge to anticipate and evolve with global changes. Leveraging key insights, you can future-proof your organization and better understand the impact of trade policies, regional and international conflicts, and economic alliances.

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How businesses can evaluate the stability of countries and regions
Where to operate, expand, or fortify your business investments
Government regulations and foreign policies that may impact your future endeavors
Potential conflicts and their impact on the supply chain, strategic partnerships, and investments

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Paul Ryan

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Eric Traupe

Beth Sanner

Beth Sanner

Stanley McChrystal

Stanley McChrystal

Linda Weissgold

Linda Weissgold

Paul M. Nakasone

Paul M. Nakasone

Sue Gordon

Sue Gordon

Robert Joyce

Robert Joyce

Meghan L. O'Sullivan

Meghan L. O'Sullivan

Mike Studeman

Mike Studeman

Ted Singer

Ted Singer

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