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Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley is a distinguished American diplomat, known for her leadership in foreign policy, diversity advocacy, and her groundbreaking role as the first woman to lead a U.S. diplomatic mission in Saudi Arabia. With over 30 years of experience in diplomacy, she has served as the U.S. Ambassador to Malta, held senior positions at the Department of State, Department of Defense, and the National Security Council, and has been a champion of gender equality and inclusion in international relations. As a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, her expertise spans U.S. Middle East policy, cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and diversity in policymaking.
Abercrombie-Winstanley began her diplomatic career with postings in Baghdad, Jakarta, and Cairo before becoming the Special Assistant to the Secretary of State for the Middle East and Africa. She later served as the first woman to lead a diplomatic mission in Saudi Arabia, where she actively promoted gender equality. Throughout her career, she has held key roles in U.S. foreign policy, including advising U.S. cyber forces and coordinating the largest U.S. evacuation from a war zone since World War II. Additionally, she has worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Oman and has been a fellow on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for then-Senator Joe Biden.
Her contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, such as the Maltese Order of Merit and the Department of State’s Superior Honor Award for her courage during the 2004 al-Qaeda attack on the U.S. Consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley’s conferences are a mix of profound insights on U.S. foreign policy, gender equality, and diversity in diplomacy. Drawing on her extensive experience in the Middle East, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism, she offers a strategic view on how diversity can enhance decision-making in international relations. Her talks are engaging and inspirational, addressing the importance of breaking down barriers for women and minorities, while also covering complex global security challenges. Abercrombie-Winstanley’s presentations are highly sought after for their mix of practical advice and visionary leadership.
In this talk, Ambassador Abercrombie-Winstanley shares her deep knowledge of U.S. policy in the Middle East, discussing key diplomatic efforts and future challenges in the region. She reflects on her personal experiences, including election monitoring in Gaza and her role in Saudi Arabia.
This conference focuses on how diversity and inclusion can improve the effectiveness of U.S. foreign policymaking. Abercrombie-Winstanley discusses the need for broader representation in diplomacy and how inclusive leadership can lead to better, more comprehensive decision-making.
Drawing from her experience advising U.S. cyber forces and counterterrorism efforts, Abercrombie-Winstanley analyzes the critical role of cybersecurity in global security. She discusses how international collaboration and strategic partnerships are key to countering emerging threats.
If you’re looking for an inspiring and knowledgeable speaker on U.S. foreign policy, diversity in diplomacy, or cybersecurity, you can book Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley through Thinking Heads. As a trailblazing diplomat and advocate for inclusion, she offers a unique and authoritative perspective on global security and leadership. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and secure her participation in your next event.
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