Events
BENS hosts a wide variety of in-person and virtual events. Most events are only open to members.
Luncheon Discussion on the Intersection of AI, Digital Finance, and National Security
Crescent Club of Dallas 200 Crescent Ct # 17, Dallas, TXJoin BENS members and guests at the Crescent Club of Dallas on Wednesday, April 30th, for a luncheon discussion on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital finance, and national security with Tina Schniebs of Ridgeline International, Inc. Mrs. Schniebs will discuss the transformative role of AI in enhancing financial services, such as improving transaction…
Luncheon Discussion on UK-US Military Relations and Ukraine
BENS National Office 1030 15th St NW, Suite 200 East, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin BENS for an important conversation on UK-US military relations, European security, and Ukraine with Defence Attaché, USA, Rear Admiral Tim Woods. Rear Admiral Tim Woods serves as Defence Attaché at the British Embassy Washington, where leads the UK’s extensive military engagement and partnerships across all branches of the United States military. Rear Admiral Woods joins the team in Washington…
Luncheon Discussion on the Intersection of AI, Digital Finance, and National Security
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse 5433 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TexasJoin BENS members and guests at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse-Houston on Thursday, May 1st, for a luncheon discussion on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital finance, and national security with Tina Schniebs of Ridgeline International, Inc. Mrs. Schniebs will discuss the transformative role of AI in enhancing financial services, such as improving transaction efficiency and…
Luncheon Discussion on Iran, the Middle East, and Global Commerce
BENS National Office 1030 15th St NW, Suite 200 East, Washington, DC, United StatesPlease join BENS for a luncheon discussion on Iran, the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, and its security implications on global commerce with Norman Roule, a 34-year veteran of the CIA and expert on the Middle East. Norman Roule served in the Central Intelligence Agency focusing on the Middle East region. His Directorate of…
FBI Atlanta Site Visit and Discussion with the Special Agent in Charge
FBI Atlanta Regional Office 3000 Flowers Rd S, Chamblee, Georgia, United StatesJoin an exciting BENS SE “field trip” to personally meet the new Atlanta FBI Special Agent in Charge (SAC), Paul W. Brown, and tour the FBI Field Office, including all facilities and SWAT bearcat vehicles. Brown will present a critical threat landscape brief, focusing on terrorism, criminal activity, counterintelligence and cybercrimes, followed by Q&A. We…
Luncheon on the Houthis of Yemen and the Threat They Pose (Austin)
University of Texas Club 2108 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin, TXParticipate in a luncheon discussion on the Houthis of Yemen and the threat they pose in the region and world. The Houthis of Yemen, once a minor Iran-backed militia, have emerged after the attacks of October 7 as a major force within Tehran’s “axis of resistance” due to their drone and missile attacks on ships in…
Dinner Conversation on Global Affairs with 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff — Members Only
Grill 23 161 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin an insightful conversation over dinner with 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Joseph Dunford, USMC (Ret.). Over this engaging dinner, Gen. Dunford will share his deep experience and perspective on global affairs and national security. A Boston native, General Dunford’s distinguished 42-year career includes serving as Commandant of the Marine Corps, Commander…
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