Gary Berntsen - Professional null Speaker
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Gary BerntsenSpeaker and Booking Agent Information

Retired CIA Officer and Best-Selling Author of Jawbreaker: The Attack on Bin Laden and Al Qaida

Available for:

  • Corporate Appearances
  • Speaking Engagements
  • Virtual Events
  • Moderated Q&A Sessions
  • Fireside Chats
  • Meet-And-Greets

Gary Berntsen is a former Central Intelligence Agency career officer who served in the Directorate of Operations between October 1982 and June 2005. During his time at the CIA, he served as a CIA Station Chief on three separate occasions and led several of CIA’s most important counterterrorism deployments including the United States’ response to the East Africa Embassy bombings and the 9/11 attacks. He was awarded the Distinguished Intelligence Medal in 2000 and the Intelligence Star in 2004.

He ran for the US Senate in 2010 for Chuck Schumer's seat, but lost the Republican primary to Jay Townsend, who in turn lost the general election.

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Gary Berntsen Appearance Fee & Speaker Booking Contact Info

Looking to book Gary Berntsen for your next event? As a Retired CIA Officer and Best-Selling Author of Jawbreaker: The Attack on Bin Laden and Al Qaida, Gary Berntsen brings a powerful story and engaging presence to corporate events, conferences, leadership programs, charity galas, and special appearances. The speaking fee for Gary Berntsen typically falls within the $10,000 - $20,000 range, depending on factors such as event location, type, and duration. Speaker Booking Agency offers transparent pricing and will provide a detailed quote tailored to your event needs. To check availability, request a quote, or learn more about booking Gary Berntsen, contact Speaker Booking Agency at 888-752-5831 or submit a booking request.