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COMING EVENTS FROM THE LATEST WEEKLY INTELLIGENCE NOTES - Use month index in right column to jump to current month:
THIS IS A LIST OF CURRENT EVENTS in 2025
Prior 2025 events are HERE
Programs Offered by External Organizations are HERE
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AFIO IC National Luncheon
Fireside Chat with CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis
and Presentation by David M. Cattler, Director,
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Friday, 2 May 2025, 10:30 am - 2 pm - McLean, VA
← Morning speaker: Fireside Chat with CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis.
Afternoon speaker: David M. Cattler, Director, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency → |
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Schedule:
1030 - Check-in for preregistered attendees (no walk-ins)
1100 - CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis - fireside chat with Q&As
12-1300 - Lunch
1300 - David M. Cattler, Director, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
1400 - Event ends |
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| BIO: Michael Ellis was sworn in as Deputy Director of the CIA on February 10, 2025. DD/CIA Ellis has held a variety of senior national security positions, including General Counsel of the National Security Agency and Senior Director for Intelligence Programs at the National Security Council. DD/CIA Ellis previously served in the White House Counsel's Office, providing legal advice on national security and foreign relations. Prior to the White House, he was General Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Before returning to government, DD/CIA Ellis was the General Counsel of Rumble, a publicly traded video sharing platform and cloud services provider. DD/CIA Ellis is a graduate of Yale Law School and Dartmouth College. Following law school, he served as a clerk to two federal judges. |
BIO: David M. Cattler is the Director of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), the United States Government's premier provider of integrated security services, effective March 24, 2024. DCSA is a strategic asset to the Nation and its allies — ensuring a trusted federal and industrial workforce and enabling industry's delivery of uncompromised capabilities. DCSA uniquely blends industrial security, counterintelligence support, personnel vetting, and security training to advance and preserve America's strategic edge. He leads the agency's strategic transformation and maturation, and a workforce of approximately 12,000 federal and contract support personnel worldwide.
Before joining DCSA, Mr. Cattler served as Assistant Secretary General for Intelligence and Security at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and informed and protected NATO. |
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Registration and Cost: Registration and credit card payment required before event. Lunch is $60 (members) or $75 (guests, Subscribers). Students $30 - limited seats.
Registration opens 2 April 2025 and is available while space remains. Registration closes 1700 hours, Friday, 25 Apr 2025 or earlier when all seats taken.
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Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 1960 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22102
Though we do not provide special overnight room rates, if you wish to make room reservations at the hotel, do so here. |
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Cancellations: No refund for cancellations after 21 Apr 2025. Payment for reservations canceled 22 to 30 Apr 2025 will be converted to donations to AFIO. Payments for reservations canceled after 30 Apr 2025 are forfeited; the meal will have been guaranteed at the hotel per the contract.
Attendees must be AFIO members or accompanied by a member. For security reasons, no late or last-minute substitutions. |
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Please direct questions to events@afio.com |
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 April 2025
Thu, 3 Apr 2025, 11:30 a.m. - Las Vegas, NV - The "Roger E. McCarthy" Las Vegas AFIO Chapter holds general membership and speaker meeting
 You are cordially invited to join your colleagues for a guest briefing by Cary Underwood, Southwestern Zone Co-Chair Director of Intelligence, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. He will talk about the Southern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center (SNCTC).
The presentation will introduce members to what the SNCTC is, what partner agencies are represented in the fusion center, what the missions are, and some examples of the impact the SNCTC has made in safeguarding our community.
Meeting location: The Bass Pro Shop is located at 8200 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89139. The Conservation Conference Room is located on the second floor.
Questions? Contact the Las Vegas Chapter at afiolasvegas@gmail.com.
Mon, 7 Apr 2025 Noon CDT- San Antonio, TX - AFIO San Antonio TX Chapter meets for unclassified intelligence briefing on Iranian missiles in the Russian-Ukrainian War
This AFIO San Antonio TX Chapter meeting will be an unclassified intelligence briefing on Iranian missiles in the Russian Ukrainian war.
The second part of the briefing will cover the "Budapest Memorandum" guaranteeing Ukraine would not be attacked if they disposed of their nuclear weapons. At the time Ukraine had the third largest nuclear weapons arsenal on earth! You probably know how this ends!
All Blue Skies of Texas residents are invited to attend the program. It is presented by the San Antonio Chapter of AFIO to inform the public of the background affecting world events.
AFIO Members attending should identify themselves to the gate guard as coming for the intelligence meeting in the Roadrunner Lounge at The Towers. AFIO members attending should park in front of The Towers. You may come early and have lunch in the dining room adjacent to the Roadrunner Lounge. Please pay with a credit card.
Venue: Blue Skies of Texas - Roadrunner Lounge, John D Ryan Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78209
Questions? Contact John T. Franklin III, San Antonio AFIO Chapter President, 210-863-0430 or at johntf3@gmail.com
Tue 22 Apr 2025, 12:00pm EDT - Tampa, FL and virtual - The Florida Suncoast AFIO Chapter luncheon features COL Mike McCalister (US Army, RET) speaking on "Current Global and National Challenges facing the United States"
The Florida Suncoast AFIO Chapter is holding a luncheon at noon on Tuesday, 22 April 2025, in the Tournament Room at the MacDill AFB Bay Pines Golf Complex, 1803 Golf Course Ave, MacDill AFB, FL 33621.
Our speaker is COL Mike McCalister (US Army, RET) speaking on "Current Global and National Challenges facing the U.S." This is an unclassified but sensitive meeting. Strict non-attribution rules apply (Chatham House Rule). The luncheon includes a box lunch and costs $25. Reservations and arrangements for Base access must be completed no later than noon on Sunday, 13 April 2025, including arrangements for base access and food selection.
If you wish to participate by ZOOM, please click on this registration link to complete the registration request before noon on Sunday, 13 April 2025:
This is NOT the ZOOM meeting link. Subject to approval, you will receive the ZOOM meeting link by separate email. Please check your ZOOM program in advance to ensure it is working properly and that you have the confirmed ZOOM meeting link handy to join the meeting. It is next to impossible to trouble-shoot ZOOM connections on the day of the meeting.
Please contact Michael Shapiro, Chapter Secretary, for more information, mfshapiro@suncoastafio.org.
CANCELLED - 30 Apr - 02 May 2025 – In Person – Cryptologic History Symposium - National Cryptological Foundation and NSA Center for Cryptologic History, Johns Hopkins University, Maryland
From NSA, please note: We regretfully announce that the Cryptologic History Symposium that was scheduled from April 30 - May 2, 2025 has been postponed, with the intent to
reschedule some time in 2026. Facing staffing shortages, administrative
delays, and other considerations, the Center for Cryptologic History is
unable to run the Symposium as originally planned.
Since 1990, the Cryptologic History Symposium has served as an opportunity to present historical scholarship found in unclassified and declassified cryptologic records and engage in discussion about their significance to history. The event is an occasion for historians and those interested in history to gather for reflection and debate on relevant and important topics from the cryptologic past. Regular speakers include historians from CCH, the Intelligence Community, the defense establishment, the military services, scholars from American and international academic institutions, veterans of the cryptologic profession, graduate and undergraduate students, and noted authors. Past symposia have featured scholarship that set out new ways to consider our cryptologic heritage. The conference provides many opportunities to interact with leading historians and other experts. The mix of practitioners, scholars, and interested observers guarantees a lively debate that promotes an enhanced appreciation for past events and their applicability to current and future issues. More information and registration here.
May 2025
Friday, 2 May 2025, 10:30 am to 2 pm- McLean, VA - AFIO IC National Luncheon - Fireside Chat with CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis and Presentation by David M. Cattler, Director,
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Morning speaker: Fireside Chat with CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis.
Afternoon speaker: David M. Cattler, Director, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency.
Schedule:
1030 - Check-in for preregistered attendees (no walk-ins)
1100 - CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis - fireside chat with Q&As
12-1300 - Lunch
1300 - David M. Cattler, Director, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
1400 - Event ends
BIO: Michael Ellis was sworn in as Deputy Director of the CIA on February 10, 2025. DD/CIA Ellis has held a variety of senior national security positions, including General Counsel of the National Security Agency and Senior Director for Intelligence Programs at the National Security Council. DD/CIA Ellis previously served in the White House Counsel's Office, providing legal advice on national security and foreign relations. Prior to the White House, he was General Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Before returning to government, DD/CIA Ellis was the General Counsel of Rumble, a publicly traded video sharing platform and cloud services provider. DD/CIA Ellis is a graduate of Yale Law School and Dartmouth College. Following law school, he served as a clerk to two federal judges.
BIO: David M. Cattler is the Director of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), the United States Government's premier provider of integrated security services, effective March 24, 2024. DCSA is a strategic asset to the Nation and its allies — ensuring a trusted federal and industrial workforce and enabling industry's delivery of uncompromised capabilities. DCSA uniquely blends industrial security, counterintelligence support, personnel vetting, and security training to advance and preserve America's strategic edge. He leads the agency's strategic transformation and maturation, and a workforce of approximately 12,000 federal and contract support personnel worldwide.
Before joining DCSA, Mr. Cattler served as Assistant Secretary General for Intelligence and Security at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and informed and protected NATO
Registration and Cost: Registration and credit card payment required before event. Lunch is $60 (members) or $75 (guests, Subscribers). Students $30 - limited seats.
Registration opens 2 April 2025 and is available while space remains. Registration closes 1700 hours, Friday, 25 Apr 2025 or earlier when all seats taken.
Register HERE.
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 1960 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22102
Though we do not provide special overnight room rates, if you wish to make room reservations at the hotel, do so here.
Cancellations: No refund for cancellations after 21 Apr 2025. Payment for reservations canceled 22 to 30 Apr 2025 will be converted to donations to AFIO. Payments for reservations canceled after 30 Apr 2025 are forfeited; the meal will have been guaranteed at the hotel per the contract.
Attendees must be AFIO members or accompanied by a member. For security reasons, no late or last-minute substitutions.
Please direct questions to events@afio.com
Wed 7 May 2025, 11:30am PDT - in-person - AFIO LA Chapter hears Adm James Stavridis, a CNN Military Analyst, on "Trump Administration Policies' Impact on International Security"
This AFIO L.A. meeting features CNN Military Analyst and Former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, Admiral James Stavridis (Ret) discussing "the Trump Administration's Policies' Impact on International Security.". Cost: $75 Buffet Lunch & Book Included. RSVP: Email your reservation request to: afio_LA@yahoo.com. Deadline for reservation: April 14, 2025. Program Details: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm: Check-In & Buffet Lunch; 12:10-12:25 pm: Presentation by Adm. Stavridis; 12:25-12:55 pm: Fireside chat; 12:55-1:25 pm: Q&A; 1:30-2:00 pm: Book Signing.
Location: American Legion Post 43, 2035 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068.
BIOGRAPHY: James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO and Commander of U.S. Southern Command. A distinguished four-star admiral with over 30 years of service in the U.S. Navy, he commanded military forces across Latin America, Europe, and beyond. A leading global affairs expert, best-selling author, and Senior Military Analyst for CNN, Admiral Stavridis will share his insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the new U.S. administration, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and the evolving geopolitical landscape with China.
Wednesday, 28 May, 2025, 11:30am no host cocktails, Noon meeting - In-Person, San Francisco CA - "The Language of War" by LTC Christopher Gin, DLI 229th Military Intelligence Battalion Commander and Visiting Scholar, Center for International Security and Cooperation, Stanford University
Topic: "The Language of War: Modern Language Training at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center"
Speaker: LTC Chris Gin, Former DLI 229th Military Intelligence Battalion Commander and Visiting Scholar, Center for International Security and Cooperation, Stanford University
Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Time: 11:30am no-host cocktails, 12 noon talk begins
Location: In-Person at the Basque Cultural Center, 599 Railroad Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080
RSVP required here.
LTC Christopher Gin commanded the 229th Military Intelligence Battalion at the Defense Language Institute from 2022-2024. He is currently an Army War College Fellow at the Freeman Spongli Institute for International Studies at Stanford. LTC Gin is a 2005 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point with a BA in English/Chinese Studies and an MA from the University of Hawai'i in Asian Studies, where he was a graduate degree fellow with the East–West Center. Throughout his career, he has held various operational intelligence leadership positions in FORSCOM, SOCOM, and TRADOC, and will continue his service this summer with the US Army Pacific in Hawai'i.
Questions? Contact Mariko Kawaguchi, Board Secretary, AFIO SF Chapter at afiosf@aol.com.
June 2025
July 2025
14-18 July 2025 - Cumming, GA -
National Intelligence Summer Academy (NISA) - For High School Students Grades 10-12 - at The University of North Georgia, Cumming Campus, 300 Aquatic Circle Cumming, GA 30040
 Are you thrilled or fascinated by the field of intelligence – spying and counter spying?
Are you considering a career in the U.S. Intelligence Community? Did you know that the U.S. Intelligence Community is made up of 18 separate agencies? Sign up for an intense and exciting five days of learning from highly qualified Master's and Ph.D. University of North Georgia instructors and practitioners from July 14-18, 2025.
This Academy will: Lift the veil of secrecy on the hidden world of intelligence, exploring the history, challenges, and controversies;
Provide a context for understanding the important role intelligence has played in our nation's history and continues to play today;
Provide foundational knowledge of intelligence, setting the stage for possible careers in the field;
Provide opportunities to learn from the Academy's instructors include academia, practitioners, and guest speakers.
Hear from experts that have worked with the CIA, FBI, and the former Soviet Union KGB.
Explore, Apply, Learn more
August 2025
Tuesday, 26 August - Friday, 29 August 2025 - Copenhagen, Denmark - The Practice of Situational Awareness sponsored by Spyher
Spyher founder Rosanna Minchew delivers this 4-day course in situational awareness, practical training that reinforces classroom instruction with on-the-streets exercises. Designed for professionals in law enforcement, security and investigations. You will learn to:
• Identify risk and potential threats to your safety
• Develop strategies to reduce those risks and threats
• Respond to unexpected situations or emergencies
• Make decisions under pressure
Register for Situational Awareness Course
30 Aug - 8 Sep 2025 - Mediterranean Cruise - Spies, Lies & Nukes announce Espionage on the High Seas! Plan NOW to join the late-summer 2025 cruise.
Instead of their traditional Spies, Lies & Nukes conference in 2024, Valerie Plame and other intelligence colleagues are thrilled to introduce an exciting variation for 2025: Spies at Sea. A combined cruise and conference through the breathtaking Mediterranean, from
August 30 to September 8, 2025! See brochure here.
What to Expect:
•Intimate Conference Setting: Enjoy the same close-knit, engaging environment you've come to expect, with unparalleled access to our expert speakers.
• Exclusive Shore Excursions: Explore clandestine meeting spots, delve into espionage history, and more on excursions EXCLUSIVE TO OUR GROUP.
• Seminars at Sea: Participate in lectures and presentations led by Valerie Plame and other top intelligence professionals, all the while cruising through some of the Mediterranean's most iconic destinations.
• Special Events: Enjoy exclusive cocktail receptions, surprise activities, and one-on-one conversation time.
Exclusive Spies, Lies & Nukes Itinerary Highlights:
• Barcelona, Spain: Begin your adventure in this vibrant city.
• Valletta, Malta: Walk through history with guided tours led by espionage experts who will lift the veil on area spy stories and meeting sites.
• Mykonos, Greece: Discover the charm and beauty of this picturesque island.
• Ephesus, Turkey: Explore ancient ruins with a private guide and enjoy a unique group lunch, all while learning about intelligence activities that took place at each spot.
• Santorini, Greece: Experience the iconic beauty of Santorini with endless photographic opportunities.
• Naples, Italy: Enjoy a group lunch at a local restaurant and an exclusive walking tour with a private guide while learning a few spy secrets from Naples,
Capri, and the Amalfi Coast.
We've secured a discounted rate that includes your stateroom, meals, classic beverage package, wi-fi, exclusive excursions, and all conference activities. These
cabins will get booked quickly, so don't wait—book now and get $100 off!
This is your chance to combine professional enrichment with an unforgettable travel experience. Network with like-minded professionals, gain exclusive insights, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Secure Your Spot Today
September 2025
October 2025
November 2025
December 2025
UPCOMING EVENTS IN 2026 WILL BE HERE WHEN AVAILABLE
 The National Cryptologic Foundation VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
NCF Virtual Education Programs
Details on the Virtual Education Programs of the National
Cryptologic Museum Foundation are available here Other NCF Events can be
found here on NCF website here, and CCH website here.
NCF #CYBERCHATS - FOR THE K-12 COMMUNITY
Our #CyberChats are designed to promote cybersecurity education and inspire students to pursue a cyber-related career. NCF #CyberChats are hosted in our Nepris online classroom and also via Zoom. The Chats feature a wide variety of cyber experts and professionals, some who are NCF members. These dedicated professionals share their experiences, insights, advice, and resources with students, parents, and teachers. Chats on a specific topic are often specifically requested by classrooms across the U.S.
Visit the #CyberChat Library
NCF CRYPTOLOGIC PROGRAMS (VIRTUAL)
The NCF hosts quarterly cryptologic programs, as well as an annual Membership Meeting & Symposium featuring guest speakers. We also partner with the NSA's Center for Cryptologic History in promoting various programs & lectures. During our Anniversary year (April 2021-April 2022), we are hosting a variety of additional special programs and talks, such as our kickoff event in April 2021 that featured a panel of former NSA directors.
In 2021, we began hosting virtual programs via Zoom. However, prior to that our programs were in person. If you are interested in seeing recaps and photos from those prior events, please visit the Quarterly Programs page or Membership Meeting & Symposium page.
View Past NCF Virtual Cryptologic Programs
NCF PARTNER PROGRAMS
The NCF's Education Program hosts Cybersecurity Events with the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), as well as other community partners.The programs highlight relevant cybersecurity topics and feature experts in the field. These events take multiple forms, to include webinars and special events at locations around the National Capitol Region.
View the Selection of Partner Programs
NCF PARTICIPATION
Just as the NCF enjoys interviewing professionals and experts for our #CyberChats and Cryptologic Programs, our staff likewise enjoys the opportunity to be interviewed for other organizations' programs or podcasts regarding their experience and knowledge.
NCF Interviews & Participation
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