Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

The U.S. military service chiefs discuss the future of American defense strategy, military readiness, and emerging global challenges. The Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership features prominent individuals from the military and intelligence communities. For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register. Please note the audio, video, and transcript of this hybrid meeting will be posted on the CFR website.

Virtual Event with Randy A. George, Eric M. Smith, James W. Kilby, David W. Allvin, B. Chance Saltzman, Kevin E. Lunday and Michael Froman May 19, 2025 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

Defense and Security

The U.S. military service chiefs discuss U.S. defense priorities around the world and the state of the American armed forces. The Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership features prominent individuals from the military and intelligence communities.

Virtual Event with Randy A. George, Eric M. Smith, Lisa Franchetti, David W. Allvin, B. Chance Saltzman, Linda Fagan and Michael Froman May 13, 2024 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

United States

Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

The U.S. military service chiefs discuss U.S. defense priorities around the world and the state of the American armed forces. The Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership features prominent individuals from the military and intelligence communities.

Virtual Event with David H. Berger, James C. McConville, Michael M. Gilday, Charles Q. Brown Jr., B. Chance Saltzman, Linda Fagan and Richard Haass May 22, 2023 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

Military Operations

Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

U.S. military service chiefs discuss defense strategy in conflict areas around the world and cooperative efforts with U.S. allies. The Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership features prominent individuals from the military and intelligence communities.

Virtual Event with James C. McConville, David H. Berger, Michael M. Gilday, Charles Q. Brown Jr., John W. Raymond, Karl L. Schultz and Richard Haass May 17, 2022 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

Military Operations

Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership with General Joseph Dunford

General Joseph Dunford discusses U.S. military and defense strategy in conflict areas around the world and the current state of cooperative efforts with U.S. allies.

Event with General Joseph F. Dunford Jr. and David E. Sanger September 5, 2019 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership

United States

Challenges Facing the U.S. Military

The U.S. service chiefs discusses challenges facing the U.S. military.

Event with General Mark A. Welsh III, Admiral Paul F. Zukunft, Mark A. Milley, Admiral John M. Richardson, General Robert B. Neller and David E. Sanger May 3, 2016 Robert B. McKeon Endowed Series on Military Strategy and Leadership