WACNH Global Forum: Building Back American Deterrence and Strength in a Dangerous World.

WACNH Global Forum:

Building Back American Deterrence and Strength in a Dangerous World - 

With 70th Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire to hear exclusive and timely remarks at the 2025 Global Forum, featuring the 70th U.S. Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, followed by a moderated Q&A with WACNH Executive Director Tim Horgan.

As the world faces increasing instability—marked by a rising China, a revisionist Russia, ongoing wars, and shifting U.S. foreign policy—this conversation will explore how the United States can strengthen its global leadership, rebuild deterrence, and navigate today’s complex geopolitical challenges. Drawing from his extensive experience as a military officer, U.S. Congressman, CIA Director, and Secretary of State, Secretary Pompeo will provide insights into the strategic decisions shaping America’s role on the world stage.

This fundraising event directly supports WACNH’s mission to foster engaging, nonpartisan discussions on global affairs, helping to educate and connect our community with world-changing issues.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand from one of America’s key foreign policy leaders. Reserve your seat today!

Event Schedule:

5:00pm - Doors Open, Pre-Event Reception

5:30pm - Private Reception Starts (Patrons & Sponsors)

6:00pm - Event Begins

7:30pm - Program Concludes

8:00pm - Post Event Dinner (Dinner Ticket Required)

About the Speaker

Michael R. Pompeo served as the 70th Secretary of State of the United States, Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, and was elected to four terms in Congress representing the Fourth District of Kansas. Mike graduated first in his class from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1986. He served as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army, leading troops patrolling the Iron Curtain. Mike left the military in 1991 and then graduated from Harvard Law School, having served as an editor of the Harvard Law Review. Up next was almost a decade leading two manufacturing businesses in South Central Kansas – first in the aerospace industry and then making energy drilling and production equipment.

In 2010, Mike watched the government grow too big and decided to run for Congress. He won and was re-elected three more times to represent South Central Kansas – the heartland of America. Becoming America’s most senior spy, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, was Mike’s next chance to champion American values. President Donald Trump saw that good work and decided to make Mike America’s 70th Secretary of State. As our nation’s most senior diplomat in the Trump Administration and President Trump’s chief negotiator, Mike helped to craft U.S. foreign policy based on our nation’s founding ideals. During this time, America became a massive energy exporter and a force for good in the Middle East, with real peace cemented in the Abraham Accords. Mike also placed special emphasis on renewing alliances with key allies, including India, Japan, Australia, and South Korea. The largest human rights gatherings ever held at the State Department occurred under his leadership.

Since leaving government, Mike has remained active on the global stage advancing American interests. Currently, he serves as Executive Chair of Impact Investments, a US-based strategic and financial advisory and investment firm which seeks to develop long-term partnerships with the world’s leading companies across a range of industries and geographies.

Married to Susan, Mike and his wife have one son, Nick. Mike and Susan were thrilled to see their family grow to include a daughter-in-law when Nick married his wife, Rachael, in 2022! Mike and Susan’s two retrievers, Sherman and Mercer, each named after important American generals, are patriots too!