In his more than 20 years at the Stimson Center, Brian helped shape the field of global security through his intellect, curiosity, generosity, and unwavering commitment to solving some of the world’s most difficult challenges. This special gathering will hear from some of the community of friends, colleagues, staff, and partners who knew Brian, worked alongside him, and were inspired by his extraordinary leadership and humanity.
Together, we will celebrate Brian’s life and the lasting impact he had on Stimson and the broader global security community. We will also look ahead to consider how we can carry forward the curiosity, commitment to service, and spirit of problem-solving that defined Brian’s work and continue the causes to which he devoted his life.
Featured Speakers
Memories of Brian to be shared by:
Amb. Richard Verma, Former Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of India
Sam Gill, President and CEO, Doris Duke Foundation
Dep. Amb. Mark Glauser, Deputy Head of Mission to the Embassy of Canada to the United States of America
Victoria Samson, Chief Director, Space Security and Stability for Secure World Foundation
Rachel Stohl, Acting President & CEO, Stimson Center
Gary Gregg, Former president and CEO of Liberty Mutual Agency Corporation
Ellen Laipson, Distinguished Fellow and President Emeritus of Stimson
Panelists exploring the future of nonproliferation – an issue central to Brian’s career:
Dr. C.S. Eliot Kang, Former Acting Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security
Christina McAllister, Senior Fellow and Director, Partnerships in Proliferation Prevention program, Stimson Center
George Perkovich, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace’s Nuclear Policy Program
Christopher Preble, Senior Fellow and Director, Reimagining US Grand Strategy program, Stimson Center (Moderator)
