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Former U.S. Secretary of State | Author of 'Never Give an Inch' | Speaker on National Security and Global Leadership

Mike Pompeo Speaking Fee: $100,000 to $125,000

Former U.S. Secretary of State | Author of 'Never Give an Inch' | Speaker on National Security and Global Leadership

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Mike Pompeo
Speaking Fee:
$100,000 to $125,000

Travels From:
ICT

Primary Topic Category:
Conservatives

Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

 

Mike Pompeo Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Mike Pompeo is a distinguished American statesman and former U.S. Secretary of State, serving from 2018 to 2021. He also held the position of Director of the CIA from 2017 to 2018. A West Point graduate and Harvard Law School alumnus, Pompeo brings deep expertise in national security and foreign policy. As a keynote speaker, he offers insightful perspectives on global affairs and leadership.

Mike Pompeo is an accomplished American statesman and former military officer. He was born on December 30, 1963, in Orange, California. Growing up in Southern California, Pompeo excelled in academics and later earned an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Graduating first in his class in 1986, he went on to serve as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in Germany during the end of the Cold War. Pompeo transitioned from the military to the private sector, earning a J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1994. After practicing law briefly, he moved to Kansas where he co-founded Thayer Aerospace, a company specializing in aviation components. He later became the president of Sentry International, an oilfield equipment manufacturing, distribution, and service company. In 2010, Pompeo entered the world of politics by running for office and winning a seat as U.S. Representative for Kansas's 4th congressional district. His tenure in Congress was marked by his focus on national security, intelligence, and energy independence. Known for his rigorous work ethic and unwavering principles, he quickly became an influential voice on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. In 2017, Pompeo was appointed Director of the Central Intelligence Agency by President Donald Trump. Under his leadership, the CIA focused on counter-terrorism, cyber threats, and the improvement of intelligence-gathering and operational capabilities. His tenure at the CIA was followed by his appointment as the 70th U.S. Secretary of State in 2018, where he served until January 2021. As Secretary of State, Pompeo was instrumental in significant foreign policy initiatives, including negotiations with North Korea, the realignment of U.S. relations with China, and the advancement of peace agreements in the Middle East through the Abraham Accords. Now a sought-after keynote speaker and a prominent figure in American politics, Mike Pompeo leverages his extensive experience to offer unique insights on global affairs, national security, and leadership. His commitment to public service and strategic thinking continues to inspire and inform audiences around the world.
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