Comprised of accomplished business leaders and entrepreneurs from across industries, Business Executives for National Security (BENS) elevates the national security dialogue and applies diverse insight, innovation, and private sector best practices to strengthen our Nation's defense and security, ensuring a safer and more resilient United States for generations to come.
BENS for over 40 years has served as the critical bridge between the national security community and the private sector, fostering collaboration to tackle America’s most pressing security challenges through nonpartisanship, expertise, and integrity.
BENS for over 40 years has served as the critical bridge between the national security community and the private sector, fostering collaboration to tackle America’s most pressing security challenges through nonpartisanship, expertise, and integrity.
BENS for over 40 years has served as the critical bridge between the national security community and the private sector, fostering collaboration to tackle America’s most pressing security challenges through nonpartisanship, expertise, and integrity.
Our Focus & Insights
Bridging Continents, Fortifying Alliances: A Private Sector View of NATO, EU, and U.S. Engagement
In this report, a BENS delegation share key observations and recommendations on transatlantic security stemming from a series of engagements with NATO, EU, and Greek officials in Europe. Explore their roadmap for U.S. policymakers on how U.S. private sector expertise can align with European efforts to strengthen institutional and infrastructure resilience...
The Cybersecurity Workforce Gap:
Confronting National Security Risks in the AI Era
With the growing usage of artificial intelligence to distribute ransomware-laced emails, a cybersecurity workforce that can detect and respond to threats is paramount. Yet, private sector estimates highlight a massive deficit in filled U.S. cybersecurity roles. China's intensive investment in developing a competitive cyber headcount places it as the pacing threat. BENS members Nicholas Andersen, Gregg Azcuy, and Elizabeth Wharton share their expert perspectives on how public-private partnerships can bolster U.S. virtual security...