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The Growing Threat: How Climate Change is Redefining National Security; Part 3 of a 3-Part Series

Originally aired on: February 9, 2022

The impact of climate change is evident on Earth, but how does it pose a threat to international and national security? The uncertainty of natural disasters has a domino effect on the global economy and preservation of the planet. For the final session in our Climate Change series, listen how intelligence leaders are addressing the situation and protecting our future for generations to come.

Speakers

Sherri Goodman is an experienced leader and senior executive, lawyer and director in the fields of national security, climate change, energy, science, oceans and environment. Goodman is Secretary General of the International Military Council on Climate & Security, the global forum for military leaders and security professionals dedicated to addressing the security risks of a changing climate. She is a Senior Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center and CNA, and the Senior Strategist at the Center for Climate and Security. Previously, she served as the President and CEO of the Consortium for Ocean Leadership.

Sherri Goodman

Rachel McNeal is a Manager of Government Relations at Maxar Technologies. In this role, Rachel is responsible for the company’s national security portfolio including managing relationships with Congress, representing the company with trade associations, as well as advocating for programs and public policies.

Rachel McNeal

Daniel Silverberg serves as Capstone’s Managing Director of Corporate Practice and co-leads the Capstone National Security Team. He has strong relationships in the Executive Branch and Capitol Hill based on 16 years of service in international security. Daniel has provided commentary on CNN, NPR, the Atlantic, and other media on key foreign policy matters. Prior to joining Capstone, Silverberg served as the National Security Advisor to House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, working to coordinate foreign policy legislation and inform Congressional leadership on major geopolitical developments. He previously served as Majority counsel to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, where he provided legal advice regarding sanctions, arms procurement, and foreign assistance. He additionally served as an attorney for the Department of Defense, working with counterterrorism and partnership strategy offices. Daniel commenced his legal career as an Associate with Orrick, Herrington, & Sutcliffe LLP. He is a graduate of Stanford Law School and Harvard College.

Daniel Silverberg

Deborah Westphal is a passionate humanist who has guided our era’s top minds and leaders to challenge biases, ignite ideas, and build connections and resilience for a secure and sound future. Her career spans more than 30 years, government agencies and Fortune 100 companies, and virtually every continent. In 1999, Alvin Toffler tapped her as one of the founding members of his eponymous consulting firm, Toffler Associates. From 2007 through 2018, she served as the firm’s CEO and has since contributed her experience and knowledge as a member of the board.

Deborah Westphal

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