Jeffrey R. Wells is a distinguished cybersecurity, tech, and geopolitical risk leader. With a career spanning over 35 years, Wells has honed his expertise in navigating the intricate landscape of technology, especially in the context of ever-evolving geopolitical tensions and the rapid advancement of technology. Wells’ contributions are particularly vital in an era where cyber threats are not just technological issues but also carry significant geopolitical and security implications. He plays a pivotal role in shaping the global response to these challenges by operationalizing cybersecurity, technologies, and policy. His hands-on experience responding to immediate incidents and emerging threats adds a practical dimension to his strategic insights.

Jeffrey is the Chief Security Officer for #AfghanEvac, a volunteer organization that brings together organizations committed to fulfilling the United States’ duty to Afghan allies and friends. He actively offers humanitarian, security, and contingency operations in Ukraine and other conflict zones. He founded the Connected Warrior Foundation and served on the Boards of The Friends of the Light House Shelter, Valhalla Sailing Project, and A Fair Shake for Youth. He is a dedicated supporter of The Navy Seal Foundation, Travis Manion Foundation, Task Force Antal, the Special Operations Command Warrior Care Coalition, and the National Cryptological Foundation. He is a member of the Military Cyber Professionals Association, the OSS Society, The Royal Overseas League, and The Royal United Services Institute. As a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, he is a member and policy advocate for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America.

Wells is a Visiting Fellow at The National Security Institute (NSI) at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School and a Truman National Security Project Defense Council member. He is an alumnus of Colorado State University and Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. He has certificates from several institutions, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, London School of Economics, Tel Aviv University, Oxford University, George Washington University School of Business, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and the Aspen Institute.

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