Securing America's Future Through Partnership

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.

 

 

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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.

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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.

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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...

NEWS & EVENT RECAPS

Upcoming Events

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2025 BENS Eisenhower Award Gala

Join us for an evening celebrating those who advance our nation's strategic defense and safeguard the foundations of American security....
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Dinner Conversation on the Evolution of Warfare with Retired Army General David Petraeus

Join us for a conversation over dinner with outstanding battlefield commander and strategist, retired Army General David Petraeus. During this...

Past Events

Private Dinner with Brigadier General Mark Clingan

Luncheon with BENS President and CEO, General Timothy Ray

Ukraine’s Defense Innovation & The Future of Global Deterrence