Advisory Council

The wellsprings of technology leadership that have consistently emerged in many countries can in some measure be linked to underlying commitments to core principles. These include, inviolable democratic institutions, deep and transparent capital markets, rule of law, protection of technology IP, and established norms of international free trade. The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue provides an important resource for the ongoing dialogue around the complex cross currents involved in key areas of technology, economic vibrancy, and global stability.

There is no safe Chinese technology. Any data entered into a Chinese made product or service can is accessible to the Chinese government anywhere, anytime, for any reason.

AI is making decision-makers uncomfortable. We are used to leaders going through many layers of approval; by the time of decision, the question is no longer relevant. AI tools help us make quicker decisions, especially in cyber.

Iceland hosts the most diverse set of terrestrial analogs of the Moon, Mars and other planetary bodies that all sit in close proximity to one another and to both critical infrastructure and local expertise. Space research has an impact on all sectors because space exploration is not just about leaving Earth, it is a re-affirmation of how humanity can work together to develop the innovative technologies to better understand our own planet, our place in the solar system, and how we can better utilize the natural resources we often take for granted. It is my hope through our work at the Iceland Space Agency, we can contribute to a more sustainable path for society, together reaching for the stars while fostering a better understanding, and conservation for the earth beneath our feet.

Tech diplomacy is increasingly vital in bridging the gap between technological advancement and international relations. Challenging technology leaps in AI, cybersecurity, and data privacy, require global management. The Krach Institute's Tech Diplomacy Academy will play an important role in fostering coordinated and equitable tech policies, enhancing global stability and fostering international innovation partnerships.

Technology is driving rapid change across the world. It impacts how we communicate, how we work, how we deliver healthcare, and how we build communities. Longstanding systems of global governance are changing as a result. Transformational leadership is needed to adapt our world and safely drive forward change that aligns with a tech-driven world. That’s what the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue is uniquely positioned to do and why I’m honored to be part of the Institute’s efforts.

Industry is the battlespace of great power competition in the 21st century. Nation-states are leveraging cutting-edge technology, talent, and supply chains to advance their economic and military objectives. I’m grateful to be a part of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue's efforts to marshal the capacity of industry leadership and define the path forward for America and our allies to compete and prevail in this battle.

At its best, technology can enhance human rights, worker rights, productivity, and environmental justice. When abused, it can exacerbate income inequality, disrupt critical supply chain deployment, and undermine the freedoms that lead to shared prosperity and security in the global economy. By focusing on the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue's core belief that technology must advance freedom, we can help assure that developed and developing nations move on the right path.

Technology influences our daily lives from the moment we wake up until the time we go to sleep. We must make sure it advances our shared ideals, or President Reagan’s words may become a reality: “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction… It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.”

With 30 years as a national security veteran, career U.S. State Department diplomat, and business leader, I'm certain that there has never been a more consequential or complex time than right now to protect our critical technologies from extreme threat. Industry and Government - along with our Allies, and Partners - MUST work together, quickly, on every front to deter our adversaries. It's the only way to maintain free, democratic societies where humankind can flourish. I'm deeply honored to serve on the Advisory Council with so many like-minded leaders who share this mission.

Trust is essential in business, all the more so when the exchange involves technological intellectual property that can easily be distributed without due compensation. Software and low-latency networking are the key enablers of advanced manufacturing and robotics and must be developed and deployed securely among trusted partners.

The promise and potential of technology to improve lives, accelerate progress and connect societies have never been greater. As rapid and widespread digitization continues, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue is working to ensure countries, industries and leaders are equipped to capture opportunities and mitigate risk. I’m honored to be part of an organization that’s advancing American ideals and interests through the power of technology.