

AI, Warfare & The Global Power Shift
War, innovation, and artificial intelligence are reshaping the world in real time. Are you ready for what comes next?
In this exclusive build_ session, we sit down with Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt, a leader who has operated at the highest levels of military strategy, diplomacy, and defense innovation. From negotiating with Russian and Chinese officials in Kyrgyzstan to shaping NATO’s strategic decisions, Holt’s career is a real-world case study in balancing global power dynamics—something more critical than ever in today’s AI-driven era.
What You’ll Hear:
🚀 AI, Automation & The Future of Warfare: How emerging technologies are redefining national security, business, and the workforce.
🔥 Inside the Global Chessboard: What Holt learned from direct negotiations with China and Russia—and what it means for the future of global power.
💼 The Defense-Startup Connection: How entrepreneurs and investors can navigate the trillion-dollar defense innovation space.
🤖 AI vs. Human Leadership: How automation is impacting decision-making in war, diplomacy, and the workplace.
🛡️ The Future of Work & Global Security: Why shifts in technology and geopolitics will fundamentally alter industries, jobs, and economies.
🗣️ Battle-Tested Leadership Lessons: How to make high-stakes decisions when the future is uncertain.
AI is rewriting the rules of power—on the battlefield, in the economy, and in the workplace. Holt has lived this transformation firsthand. This is a rare opportunity to hear from a leader who has operated in war zones, negotiated at the highest levels, and now helps businesses and governments prepare for the future.
The world is shifting. Will you be ready to lead in what comes next?