James Stavridis
16th NATO Supreme Allied Commander | Security & Geopolitics Expert
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Admiral James Stavridis served as the 16th Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, leading international security operations worldwide. He is a New York Times bestselling author and senior military analyst for CNN, drawing on his decorated 37-year naval career.
Stavridis currently serves as Partner and Vice Chairman at The Carlyle Group, where he advises on geopolitics, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. His keynotes offer audiences unparalleled insights into global affairs, leadership in complex environments, and the transformative impact of AI and other innovations.
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A Navy Admiral's thoughts on global security
Imagine global security driven by collaboration -- among agencies, government, the private sector and the public. That's not just the distant hope of open-source fans, it's the vision of James Stavridis, a US Navy Admiral. Stavridis shares vivid moments from recent military history to explain why security of the future should be built with bridges rather than walls.
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