Retired U.S. Navy Four-Star Admiral James Stavridis has been announced as presenting the GIE+EXPO keynote in Lousiville, Kentucky this October.

Entitled, 'Leadership and a New World Order: The Need for Resilience', taking place on Wednesday, October 20, 2 - 3pmm the longest-serving global combatant commander in recent American military history, Admiral Stavridis will provide answers and strategies to address the most pressing global affairs challenges.
 
Admission to the keynote, which is sponsored by John Deere and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), is included with trade show registration. 
 
“This past year and half has reminded us that people and connections are so vital to how we live, partner, and thrive. That’s why John Deere is especially proud to be sponsoring the 2021 GIE+EXPO keynote. We’re honoured to help support the return of one of the most important events in our business,” said Stephanie Johnson, Manager, B2C Marketing for John Deere.
 
Stavridis led the NATO Alliance in global operations from 2009 to 2013 as Supreme Allied Commander with responsibility for Afghanistan, Libya, the Balkans, Syria, counter piracy and cyber security. Subsequently, he served as the 12th dean of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Earlier in his naval career, he was Commander of U.S. Southern Command, with responsibility for all military operations in Latin America. He holds more than 50 medals, including 28 from foreign nations. He is currently an Operating Executive at Carlyle Group.