The John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

Inaugurated in 2002 in memory of CFR member John B. Hurford, this annual lecture features individuals who represent critical new thinking in foreign policy and international affairs.

John B. Hurford (1938–2000)

John B. Hurford was a graduate of Haverford College and Harvard University and spent two years in India through Fulbright Fellowships, where he lectured at the Institute for Economic Growth and the University of Delhi.

He then began his business career at Lazard Freres and Company, where he worked on mergers, acquisitions, and investment research. In 1969, he joined BEA Associates, a New York-based investment management firm, as a managing director. In 1998, he became vice chairman of U.S. equities at Credit Suisse Asset Management, the successor firm to BEA Associates.

Events

China

Advancing Cyber Diplomacy

This symposium will convene senior government officials and experts from academia and the private sector to address the U.S. Department of State’s newly created Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, the goals of American cyber diplomacy, and how major public and private international stakeholders can advance global cyber cooperation amidst threats from authoritarian states like Russia and China. The John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture was inaugurated in 2002 in memory of CFR member John B. Hurford, and features individuals who represent critical new thinking in international affairs and foreign policy. Click here to download the full agenda for the symposium. Please register for all sessions you plan to attend.

Virtual Event with Nathaniel Fick, Selena Larson, Heli Tiirmaa-Klaar, Juliette Wilcox, Niloofar Razi Howe and Amna Nawaz March 14, 2023 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

United States

John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture With Samantha Power

Samantha Power discusses her career in government, including her time at the United Nations and the National Security Council, and how it influenced her perspective on U.S. foreign policy and human rights.

Event with Samantha Power and David E. Sanger December 10, 2019 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

United States

John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture With John Kerry

John Kerry discusses his American life as a Navy lieutenant, prosecutor, lieutenant governor, Democratic nominee for the presidency of the United States, five term senator, and U.S. Secretary of State, and how those experiences shaped his thinking on international affairs and foreign policy.

Event with John F. Kerry and David M. Rubenstein October 5, 2018 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

Asia

U.S. Strategy in Asia: Is the Pivot Working?

Experts discuss the Obama administration's "Pivot to Asia" strategy, its successes and failures, and the evolving dynamics of U.S. relations across Asia.

Event with Elizabeth C. Economy, Kurt M. Campbell, Thomas J. Christensen and Tim W. Ferguson October 6, 2016 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

Global

A Conversation With Francis Fukuyama

Francis Fukuyama delivers the John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture.

Event with Francis Fukuyama and Michael Mandelbaum September 15, 2015 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

United States

The Role of Financial Power in National Security

Experts discuss the recent history and evolution of the U.S. government's use of financial power and influence in national security.

Event with Lee S. Wolosky, Juan Carlos Zarate and Danny Glaser January 29, 2014 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

Emerging Markets

Lessons from Emerging Markets

Join Joyce Chang, Richard Clarida, and Peter Henry for a discussion of how emerging markets have responded to the global recession of 2008-2009 and potential lessons for developed countries. Inaugurated in 2002 in memory of Council member John B. Hurford, this annual lecture features individuals who represent critical new thinking in foreign policy and international affairs.

Event with Tim Ferguson April 22, 2013 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

United States

John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture: Transforming Foreign Aid

Event with Rajiv Shah and Nicholas D. Kristof March 7, 2012

Asia

John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture: A Conversation with Michael Spence

Related readings: Changing China's Growth Path by A. Michael Spence

Event with A. Michael Spence and John Cassidy May 16, 2011 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

Security Alliances

The John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture: The Future of NATO

Dr. Albright will discuss the new recommendations and analyses of the Group of Experts on NATO's New Strategic Concept, including how NATO governments can further transform the Alliance, and the twenty-first century challenges and opportunities the Alliance will face.Related Reading:NATO 2020: Assured Security; Dynamic Engagement

Event with Madeleine K. Albright and Richard Haass May 27, 2010

Politics and Government

A Conversation with Josef Joffe

This meeting is the John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture. 12:15 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Meeting

Event with Josef Joffe and James Traub June 16, 2006 John B. Hurford Memorial Lecture

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About the Lectureship Series

John B. Hurford (1938–2000)

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