SPEAKER
Ambassador Robert M. Kimmitt
Wilmer Hale
Meta Platforms, Inc.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Dinner Lecture
Overview
The term “national security” is used frequently, but its definition has evolved significantly since the National Security Council was created in 1947. During the Cold War, national security was defined predominantly by the diplomatic and military dimensions of the struggle against the Soviet Union, Warsaw Pact nations, and other Communist regimes. When the Cold War ended, economic and financial considerations began to play a more important role. Our guest, Ambassador Robert Kimmitt, has held a variety of positions at the intersection of international business, finance, and public policy. In his remarks he discusses how we must be versed in both traditional political-military as well as emerging financial topics and concepts to understand U.S. national security policy.
Robert Kimmitt serves as Lead Independent Director of Meta Platforms, Inc. and is also Senior International Counsel at the law firm of Wilmer Hale, where his practice focuses on cross-border investment and compliance. From 2005–2009, he served as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Treasury. In a career that has focused on international affairs his appointments have included American Ambassador to Germany, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, General Counsel to the U.S. Treasury, and in the Reagan White House, National Security Council Executive Secretary and General Counsel.
Ambassador Kimmitt graduated with distinction from the United States Military Academy at West Point and served in combat in Vietnam. He retired as a Major General in the Army Reserve. Ambassador Kimmitt received his law degree from Georgetown University.
Date and Times
- Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
- 5:30 PM: Registration
- 6:00 PM: Dinner
- 6:45 PM: Speaker
Menu
- Salad: Butter Lettuce Salad with Roasted Beets, Oranges, California Goat Cheese with a Citrus Vinaigrette
- Bread and Butter
- Entree: Maple & Mustard Glazed Salmon with Basmati Rice & a Stir Fry of Seasonal Vegetables
- Vegan/Vegetarian Alternative: Maple & Mustard Glazed Roasted Cauliflower “Steaks”, Basmati Rice & a Stir Fry of Seasonal Vegetables
- Dessert: Raspberry Cheesecake Swirl over Chocolate Drizzle & Mint
Cost
- $45 for World Affairs Council members
- $55 for Guests
Registration
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Location
The Big Sur Room
Hilton Garden Inn, Monterey
1000 Aguajito Road
Monterey, CA 93923
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