Middle East Briefing featuring Ambassador Ryan Crocker
With Spirit of America CEO Jim Hake, Ambassador Ryan Crocker shared his outlook on how threats from extremist groups have evolved, his take on current conflicts, and what Americans can do to support our troops and diplomats in the region.
A recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Ambassador Crocker served as US Ambassador to Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, Syria, Kuwait, and Lebanon before retiring from the State Department after a nearly 40-year career.
Speakers:
Jim Hake, CEO, Spirit of America
Ambassador Ryan Crocker, Department of State, Retired
Alan Reyes, Chief of International Operations, Spirit of America
Since 2003 Spirit of America has supported US and foreign partners in the Middle East through targeted investment, our private sector capabilities, and strong relationships across the region. Our Chief of International Operations Alan Reyes will also join the briefing to discuss our recent work in Iraqi Kurdistan and Northeast Syria.
