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As the global economy becomes more competitive and dynamic, geopolitical knowledge is becoming more and more essential to corporate success. Leading Authorities, Inc. speakers bureau represents the world's leading geopolitical and global trends speakers who discuss the political, economic, and social factors affecting businesses around the world and detail the implications to investment and risk. Our geopolitics keynote speakers will position your company at the fore-front 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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Eric Traupe

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.
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Beth Sanner

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.
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Paul Ryan

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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Stanley McChrystal

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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Susan Gordon

Susan Gordon

Former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence

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Susan 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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Harry Harris

Harry Harris

Admiral, U.S. Navy (Retired); Former Commander, U.S. Pacific Command; Former U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea

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Harry Harris

As the highest-ranking Asian American in the history of the U.S. Navy, Ambassador Harry B. Harris Jr. oversaw all military operations for more than half of the world’s geography as Commander, U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM). Widely regarded for his leadership, Amb. Harris was selected to serve by two presidential administrations – first to lead in one of the military’s most challenging roles at a critical time when the U.S. confronted the rise of new world powers and nuclear threats, and later as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea.
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James Clapper

James Clapper

Former Director of National Intelligence

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James Clapper

Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper is one of the finest intelligence minds of the 21st century. In the midst of shifting national security policies and varying threats to American interests at home and abroad, Clapper illuminates a broad array of intelligence-related issues.
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Leadership Middle East National Security Decision Making China Crisis Management Cyber Security Fintech & Cryptocurrencies Geopolitics Authors
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Juan Carlos Pinzón

Juan Carlos Pinzón

Influential Diplomat, Politician, and Economist; Ambassador of Colombia to the United States (2021-2022 & 2015-2017); Colombian Minister of National Defense (2011-2015)

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Juan Carlos Pinzón

The honorable Juan Carlos Pinzón is widely recognized as a pivotal player in upholding the strong diplomatic ties between the United States and Colombia and furthering the relationship between the two nations. Having served two terms as Ambassador of Colombia to the United States, Pinzón is counted among the most influential voices in shaping the priorities of the partnership and was the linking presence between American and Colombian leaders in collaborating to address the most important political, economic, and societal challenges in both countries, and across the globe.
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Evelyn Farkas

Evelyn Farkas

Foreign Policy & Global Trends Expert & NBC National Security Contributor

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Evelyn Farkas

Dr. Evelyn Farkas is one of the nation’s premier voices on American foreign policy and geopolitics, and one of the most-trusted experts on US-Russia relations. As Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine, Eurasia, she was the Department of Defense’s top Russia expert under President Barack Obama. Farkas advised three US Secretaries of Defense during her tenure at the Pentagon and was responsible for policy toward Russia and the surrounding region. She is an outspoken voice on how America ought to respond to adversaries and manage aggressors, ranging from Russia to North Korea to Iran. Expertly positioned to discuss the at times tenuous intersection of foreign objectives and domestic priorities, she appears regularly as an NBC/MSNBC national security contributor to discuss hot-button geopolitical issues, and has penned research papers and op-eds featured in most leading publications. In her keynote talks, she discusses how America’s position abroad is shifting under the current presidential administration, the global gamut of US foreign and defense policy, and current national security challenges including Russia’s role in the 2016 election.
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Andrew McCabe

Andrew McCabe

CNN Law Enforcement Analyst, Former Acting and Deputy Director of the FBI

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Andrew McCabe

The former Acting and Deputy Director of the FBI, Andrew McCabe led a historic career as an American intelligence official. Named Acting Director of the FBI in May 2017, McCabe spent a total of 22 years at the FBI in various, increasingly-prominent roles. The New York Times said that McCabe “stood out [at the FBI] for his intellect and the range of high-profile cases he has been at the center of,” and The LA Times called him “a methodical investigator who assiduously worked to earn the trust of victims and, particularly, informants and witnesses.” Known for his incredible rise through the counter-terrorism and national security ranks to ultimately reach the top of the Bureau, McCabe worked such high-profile cases as the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. The author of the highly-anticipated 2019 book "The Threat: How the FBI Protects America in the Age of Terror and Trump," he is exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, and discusses complex, critical issues including national security and cyber security with precision and clarity.
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John Nicholson

John Nicholson

Commander of American & NATO Forces in Afghanistan 2016-2018

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John Nicholson

Revered as a uniquely-skilled “warrior-diplomat,” General John Nicholson retired in September 2018 from his post as Commander of U.S. Forces – Afghanistan and NATO’s Resolute Support mission. In this role, Gen. Nicholson led a 41-nation coalition war effort. The longest serving Commander of the Afghan war, he oversaw a $46.3 billion budget and roughly 14,000 international troops. A combat-seasoned military legend, he discusses coalition building, strengthening culture through collaboration, leadership, geopolitics, and organizational success in the 21st century.
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John Allen

John Allen

Former President, The Brookings Institution; Former Commander of NATO and US Forces in Afghanistan; Former Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense for Middle East Security; Former Presidential Special Envoy to the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL

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John Allen

General John Allen is one of the nation’s most legendary military leaders and most respected thought leaders on U.S.-global engagement. When President Obama created the appointment of special envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL, General Allen was the first American tapped to confront the Islamic State terror group. Widely hailed as a strategic thinker and a true battlefield leader, Gen. Allen is one of the nation’s foremost experts on the geopolitical relationships between U.S. and Asia and the Middle East. A unique combination of warrior and diplomat, Allen shares awe-inspiring stories of the challenges facing our nation, the keys to combating the enemy, and the leadership lessons that can be applied to today’s business environment.
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Michael Froman

Michael Froman

US Trade Rep; Fmr. Deputy Nat'l Sec. Advisor for International Economic Affairs

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Michael Froman

Ambassador Michael Froman is the president of the Council on Foreign Relations, dedicated to elevating Americans’ participation in matters related to trade and foreign policy decisions. He formerly served as the 17th United States Trade Representative, sworn in under President Obama in 2013. In this capacity, he served in the Cabinet as President Obama’s principal advisor, negotiator, and spokesperson on international trade and investment issues. He also led the Office of the United States Trade Representative in its work to open global markets for U.S. goods and services, enforcing America’s rights in the global trading system and fostering development through trade.
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Raghida Dergham

Raghida Dergham

Columnist and Senior Diplomatic Correspondent for Al-Hayat

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Raghida Dergham

Raghida Dergham, the senior diplomatic correspondent for Al-Hayat – the leading Arabic daily – and an analyst for NBC, MSNBC, and the Arab satellite LBC, is tuned into both the U.S. and Arab/Muslim worlds. She has broken major news stories, interviewed world leaders, been featured on myriad news programs, and contributed to major publications. She was also the only journalist to interview Ramzi Youssef, the alleged mastermind of the World Trade Center bombing. Dergham addresses the Middle East, the West’s relationship with the region, politics, and women in the world.
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Middle East Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Geopolitics Diverse Voices Female Speakers Media
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Josh Earnest

Josh Earnest

Former White House Press Secretary, United Airlines CCO, & Well Known Political Commentator

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Josh Earnest

From town hall meetings on the campaign trail in Iowa to private meetings in the Oval Office, Josh Earnest spent a decade advising and advocating for President Obama. Today, he takes audiences behind the scenes and offers his engaging and honest analysis of the current (and future) political landscape.
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Provide Insight On Tough Topics With Geopolitical Experts

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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