Michele Flournoy

Michele Flournoy is an influential American national security expert and policymaker. She served as the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy from 2009 to 2012, where she advised on military strategy and international security issues. Flournoy is known for her expertise in defense policy, strategic planning, and international relations. She co-founded the Center for a New American Security, a think tank focused on security challenges. Her work often involves analyzing threats, shaping U.S. military policies, and advising government leaders on defense and security matters. She is recognized as one of the most influential women in national security.