World Affairs

These thought leaders will keep audiences up to date about world affairs such as globalization, security, and human rights. Our World Affairs speakers provide insights on how international relations can impact our lives, work, and communities.

Leymah Gbowee

2011 Nobel Peace Laureate, Liberian Peace Activist & Women's Rights Advocate

Senator George Mitchell

Former US Senate Leader and Nobel Peace Prize Nominee

Jane Goodall

Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace

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Zanny Minton Beddoes

The editor-in-chief of The Economist, this prestigious and award-winning expert captivates with unrivaled perspective, judgment and analysis of the global economy.

Keywords:

The Economist;
Media;
Global Economy;
Editor-in-Chief;
Journalist

Senator Tom Daschle

Gain valuable perspective on the current political landscape and what to expect going forward from this former Senate majority leader and healthcare reform advocate.

Keywords:

Healthcare Reform;
Washington DC;
Politics;
Former Senate Majority Leader

F.W. de Klerk

Discover the leadership principles that led this Nobel Peace Laureate, together with Nelson Mandela, to confront and dismantle South Africa’s century-old system of apartheid.

Keywords:

Nobel Peace Prize;
Nelson Mandela;
Leadership;
World Leaders;
South Africa

General Jack Keane

One of the country’s most respected national security experts, this retired four-star general and U.S. Army vice chief of staff delivers a seasoned outlook on managing risk and opportunity amid volatility.

Keywords:

National Security;
Four-star General;
Military;
FOX

Attorney General Loretta Lynch

Former United States Attorney General Loretta Lynch delivers unparalleled insights on the most critical issues facing our nation today — national security, terrorism, civil and human rights, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Keywords:

Leadership;
Social Justice;
Diversity & Inclusion;
National Security

Brett McGurk

Top National Security Advisor who served under three consecutive U.S. Presidents; Former Special Envoy in the Campaign to Defeat ISIS; MSNBC Analyst; Columbia Law School Graduate

Keywords:

Leadership;
World Affairs;
Global Security Threats

General Richard Myers, (Ret.)

The fifteenth Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, this distinguished leader draws on deep expertise navigating high-magnitude national security threats to help organizations lead through tumultuous change.

Keywords:

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff;
Leadership;
Global Preparedness;
Foreign Policy

Chris Wallace

One of the country’s most prominent political journalists, the host of FOX News Sunday takes you behind-the-scenes in Washington, from power players to newsmakers and the future of the presidency.

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