Ash Carter, Ph.D Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
DCA - Washington, DC
Primary Topic Category:
Technology
Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management
Ash Carter, Ph.D Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Ash Carter is a distinguished former U.S. Secretary of Defense known for his expertise in national security and innovation. He has a robust academic background, having served as a professor at Harvard University, and is an influential voice in defense policy and technological advancement. Carter’s leadership and strategic vision have been pivotal in shaping modern defense strategies and fostering collaboration across sectors to enhance national security.
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