General Barry McCaffrey
VA, US
International Affairs Expert and NBC News
Speech Topics After Iraq: How the World Has Changed General McCaffrey discusses how the employment of U.S. military power was integrated with diplomatic, economic, and covert action to defuse Iraq and end the regime of Saddam Hussein. He also talks about the ongoing work in Iraq, including the interim authority, humanitarian and economic aid, the eradication of weapons of mass destruction, jump-starting the Iraqi oil industry for the benefit of their people, reconstruction and the role of the United Nations. As a National Security expert and Professor at West Point, McCaffrey is able to provide insights into how our global war on terror and the continuing crisis with North Korea have been affected by this crisis and a look at what lies ahead. The War On Terrorism General McCaffrey, a national security expert and NBC TV commentator, is now the Olin Distinguished Professor of National Security Studies at West Point. He will explore strategies to deal with the terrorist organizations that now threaten our way of life and the repercussions of their horrific attack on America. McCaffrey will speak to a variety of issues in the headlines including: the economic and political strategy to confront terrorism, intelligence collection, the formation of multi-national coalitions, how the U.S. conducts global military operations, and effective domestic counter-terrorist policies. McCaffrey testified to the Senate Government Oversight Committee on "homeland security." He also has recently lectured on national security and terrorism issues at the Council on Foreign Relations, Harvard University, the Council of the Americas, and the National Defense University. He now writes a highly regarded bi-monthly commentary for the prestigious magazine "Armed Forces Journal International." The Middle East - Terrorism, Israel & Islam General McCaffrey talks to the issues of extremism, hatred, government incompetence, non-democratic regimes, despair among young people about the lack of economic prosperity, and Islamic hatred of Israel. General McCaffrey brings to this discussion his experiences in Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt, and Turkey in particular. North Korea - Dealing With Madness General McCaffrey outlines the dangers of an imploding economy, Byzantine government, mass starvation, and the enormous burden caused by keeping 25% of the military age population in uniform. He also explores the issue of nuclear weapons. General McCaffrey brings to this issue his experience as the joint strategic planner who worked the North Korean threat while serving with General Colin Powell. He also discusses his personal experiences with the massive threat of war on the North Korean peninsula. Afghanistan, Pakistan & India - Creating The Conditions For Peace General McCaffrey addresses the complex issues of nuclear weapons, the enormous burden of military force levels, Islamic-Hindu extremism, poverty, and government incompetence. General McCaffrey's experiences as the joint staff planner for General Colin Powell brings new insights to this dangerous confrontation which continues to threaten regional peace. Leadership - Motivating Organizations and Individuals McCaffrey has widely lectured, written, and taught on the subject of leadership from the perspective of business, non-profit, public policy, and the military. His presentation will focus on: the sources of leadership power, the three perspectives of leadership, the challenges to effective communication, and the Theory X and Theory Y approach to human motivation. The Desert Storm War Using combat videos, slides, and personal experience Barry McCaffrey demonstrates the drama and violence of the Desert Storm Campaign seen from the perspective of the massive 400 kilometer "left hook attack" into the Euphrates River Valley which wrecked elements of seven Iraqi Divisions. Latin-America - Drugs, Democracy, and Terrorism McCaffrey outlines of the realities of drugs, democracy, and the terrorism in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. McCaffrey served as the senior U.S. military officer in charge of all U.S. national security operations in Latin America. Then for five years, he traveled to every capital in the Americas as the U.S. Drug Czar. His remarks address the central issues facing the 34 democracies of the Americas. He also comments on his recent trip to Cuba and his twelve hours of conversations with President Fidel Castro and Raul Castro, the Minister of Defense. Drugs, the Criminal Justice System, the Workplace & Your Children An outline of the principles of prevention and education to shape adolescent attitudes that will reject drug and alcohol abuse and create safer schools, communities, and families. Barry McCaffrey also outlines the principles that can dramatically reduce the numbers of State and County prisoners and the tax costs created by chronic alcohol and drug addiction in the criminal justice system. Finally, he talks to the management challenge of creating a drug-free workplace with: huge increases in employee morale; work effectiveness; lower recruiting, training, and accident costs; and greater customer confidence. About Gen. Barry R. McCaffrey One of the great military leaders of our time, Gen. Barry McCaffrey informs audiences on world trouble spots, the War on Terrorism and leadership. Understanding World Trouble Spots: An expert commentator for NBC News on matters associated with the War on Terrorism and other U.S. military activity, Gen. Barry McCaffrey briefs audiences on the dangers and opportunities within the world's most contested regions - from North Korea and China to Iraq and the Middle East. Leading the War on Drugs: Gen. McCaffrey served for 5 years as the U.S. Drug Czar, during which time he coordinated the $19.2 billion federal drug control budget and developed the National Drug Control Strategy. He enlightens audiences on his travels to every capital in the Americas, as well as his trip to Cuba to meet with President Fidel Castro. Military Leader: At retirement from active duty, Gen. McCaffrey was the most highly decorated four-star general in the U.S. Army. During Operation Desert Storm, he served as assistant to Colin Powell and supported the chairman as Joint Chiefs of Staff advisor to the secretary of state. Today he is an Olin distinguished professor of national security studies at West Point. Avoiding Leadership Landmines: Based on leadership principles taught at West Point - clear direction, mutual respect and personal discipline - Gen. McCaffrey's presentations show audiences how to build teams with which they can entrust their lives. *Speaker represented through our partnership relationships with other agencies.
Speech Topics After Iraq: How the World Has Changed General McCaffrey discusses how the employment of U.S. military power was integrated with diplomatic, economic, and covert action to defuse Iraq and end the regime of Saddam Hussein. He also talks about the ongoing work in Iraq, including the interim authority, humanitarian and economic aid, the eradication of weapons of mass destruction, jump-starting the Iraqi oil industry for the benefit of their people, reconstruction and the role of the United Nations. As a National Security expert and Professor at West Point, McCaffrey is able to provide insights into how our global war on terror and the continuing crisis with North Korea have been affected by this crisis and a look at what lies ahead. The War On Terrorism General McCaffrey, a national security expert and NBC TV commentator, is now the Olin Distinguished Professor of National Security Studies at West Point. He will explore strategies to deal with the terrorist organizations that now threaten our way of life and the repercussions of their horrific attack on America. McCaffrey will speak to a variety of issues in the headlines including: the economic and political strategy to confront terrorism, intelligence collection, the formation of multi-national coalitions, how the U.S. conducts global military operations, and effective domestic counter-terrorist policies. McCaffrey testified to the Senate Government Oversight Committee on "homeland security." He also has recently lectured on national security and terrorism issues at the Council on Foreign Relations, Harvard University, the Council of the Americas, and the National Defense University. He now writes a highly regarded bi-monthly commentary for the prestigious magazine "Armed Forces Journal International." The Middle East - Terrorism, Israel & Islam General McCaffrey talks to the issues of extremism, hatred, government incompetence, non-democratic regimes, despair among young people about the lack of economic prosperity, and Islamic hatred of Israel. General McCaffrey brings to this discussion his experiences in Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt, and Turkey in particular. North Korea - Dealing With Madness General McCaffrey outlines the dangers of an imploding economy, Byzantine government, mass starvation, and the enormous burden caused by keeping 25% of the military age population in uniform. He also explores the issue of nuclear weapons. General McCaffrey brings to this issue his experience as the joint strategic planner who worked the North Korean threat while serving with General Colin Powell. He also discusses his personal experiences with the massive threat of war on the North Korean peninsula. Afghanistan, Pakistan & India - Creating The Conditions For Peace General McCaffrey addresses the complex issues of nuclear weapons, the enormous burden of military force levels, Islamic-Hindu extremism, poverty, and government incompetence. General McCaffrey's experiences as the joint staff planner for General Colin Powell brings new insights to this dangerous confrontation which continues to threaten regional peace. Leadership - Motivating Organizations and Individuals McCaffrey has widely lectured, written, and taught on the subject of leadership from the perspective of business, non-profit, public policy, and the military. His presentation will focus on: the sources of leadership power, the three perspectives of leadership, the challenges to effective communication, and the Theory X and Theory Y approach to human motivation. The Desert Storm War Using combat videos, slides, and personal experience Barry McCaffrey demonstrates the drama and violence of the Desert Storm Campaign seen from the perspective of the massive 400 kilometer "left hook attack" into the Euphrates River Valley which wrecked elements of seven Iraqi Divisions. Latin-America - Drugs, Democracy, and Terrorism McCaffrey outlines of the realities of drugs, democracy, and the terrorism in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. McCaffrey served as the senior U.S. military officer in charge of all U.S. national security operations in Latin America. Then for five years, he traveled to every capital in the Americas as the U.S. Drug Czar. His remarks address the central issues facing the 34 democracies of the Americas. He also comments on his recent trip to Cuba and his twelve hours of conversations with President Fidel Castro and Raul Castro, the Minister of Defense. Drugs, the Criminal Justice System, the Workplace & Your Children An outline of the principles of prevention and education to shape adolescent attitudes that will reject drug and alcohol abuse and create safer schools, communities, and families. Barry McCaffrey also outlines the principles that can dramatically reduce the numbers of State and County prisoners and the tax costs created by chronic alcohol and drug addiction in the criminal justice system. Finally, he talks to the management challenge of creating a drug-free workplace with: huge increases in employee morale; work effectiveness; lower recruiting, training, and accident costs; and greater customer confidence. About Gen. Barry R. McCaffrey One of the great military leaders of our time, Gen. Barry McCaffrey informs audiences on world trouble spots, the War on Terrorism and leadership. Understanding World Trouble Spots: An expert commentator for NBC News on matters associated with the War on Terrorism and other U.S. military activity, Gen. Barry McCaffrey briefs audiences on the dangers and opportunities within the world's most contested regions - from North Korea and China to Iraq and the Middle East. Leading the War on Drugs: Gen. McCaffrey served for 5 years as the U.S. Drug Czar, during which time he coordinated the $19.2 billion federal drug control budget and developed the National Drug Control Strategy. He enlightens audiences on his travels to every capital in the Americas, as well as his trip to Cuba to meet with President Fidel Castro. Military Leader: At retirement from active duty, Gen. McCaffrey was the most highly decorated four-star general in the U.S. Army. During Operation Desert Storm, he served as assistant to Colin Powell and supported the chairman as Joint Chiefs of Staff advisor to the secretary of state. Today he is an Olin distinguished professor of national security studies at West Point. Avoiding Leadership Landmines: Based on leadership principles taught at West Point - clear direction, mutual respect and personal discipline - Gen. McCaffrey's presentations show audiences how to build teams with which they can entrust their lives. *Speaker represented through our partnership relationships with other agencies.
2010