T. William & Patricia Ayers:
Global Tipping Points -
The AI Future:
Defense, Ethics, and Global Security
May 29, 2025
6:00PM | Doors Open 5:30PM
795 Elm Street, Suite 204
Manchester, NH 03101
& Online at www.wacnh.org
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes every facet of global society, its impact on military strategy and national security looms larger than ever. Join the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire for the powerful conclusion of our three-part T. William & Patricia Ayers Global Tipping Points series, "The AI Future", featuring Lt. Col. Thomas Kenney — a leading expert in AI, cyber operations, and defense innovation.
Drawing on his extensive experience, Lt. Col. Kenney will dive into how AI is transforming modern warfare, redefining defense strategies, and altering the very nature of global security. From autonomous weapons systems to cybersecurity threats and beyond, he will explore the opportunities and risks that AI presents for nations and international stability.
Don't miss this chance to hear directly from one of the field's foremost thinkers on how AI will shape the future of conflict — and the world order itself.
This hybrid event is free and open to the public—join us in person or online for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of AI and global security.
About the Speaker
Thom Kenney is a seasoned technology executive and national security leader, with a career spanning AI, autonomy, and digital transformation across the public and private sectors. He currently serves as Director of AI and Digital Transformation at Google, is a member of the Defense Science Board, and sits on the boards of several emerging technology companies. As a founder, CEO, and CTO, he has built and exited multiple venture-backed software companies, creating over $2 billion in shareholder value.
Thom is also a Senior Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School, where he focuses on the intersection of emerging technology, national security, and public service. His work bridges entrepreneurial innovation with defense and government needs, helping shape policy and strategy for the future of responsible innovation.
In uniform, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Kenney has served as a Battalion Commander, Joint Staff Officer, and combat-deployed Civil Affairs Company Commander. He is dual-qualified in Civil Affairs and Information Operations and has supported operations across EUCOM, AFRICOM, and INDOPACOM. As a Civilian Senior Executive, he was Chief Data Officer and Head of AI at U.S. Special Operations Command, leading enterprise innovation across global mission sets.
Thom holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame and an MSc in Computer Science and AI from Georgia Tech, and resides in the Boston area with his wife and two daughters.
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