David J. Danelo
An experienced, informative, and entertaining speaker, Danelo uses his U.S. military service, extensive international travel, and thorough research as a springboard to bridge gaps in knowledge for his audiences.
What People Are Saying: “In August 2008, David Danelo came to Marines' Memorial Club and spoke to two different audiences about the US-Mexico border. He discussed the ‘hybrid war’ Mexico is fighting against the drug cartels and why the US cannot ignore what is happening to our south. Audiences were astounded by the impact of the violence on both Mexican and American lives along the border. We urge American defense officials to listen to Danelo—we learned how little we Californians know about our southern neighbor.” - MajGen Michael Myatt, USMC (ret.), President and CEO, Marines’ Memorial Club “David Danelo has spoken to members of my organization nationwide on topics ranging from border security (on which he is a leading expert) to broader issues involving international security. His presentations are highly informed, based on both scholarship and personal experience, and always inspire lively discussion. Following his speaking engagements, our attendees have never failed to express how much their thinking on a particular subject has been both expanded and enlightened. David is a solid guest speaker for just about any occasion.” - Reggie Gibbs, Director of National and International Programs, Business Executives for National Security “David Danelo is one of the most informed, knowledgeable and dynamic speakers to have addressed my classes. His engaging manner is matched by his natural wit and wisdom. When he talks, he teaches—and the audience learns.” - LCDR Claude Berube, Political Science, U.S. Naval Academy “Former Marine Corps' Captain and Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran David Danelo is a dynamic, insightful, and compelling speaker. His book talk on The Border provides the audience with a frank, factual, and non-histrionic tour of both sides of the U.S.-Mexican border from Boca Chica to Border Field State Park. Hearing Danelo is an hour well spent for anyone wanting to learn more about this critical issue.” - Michael P. Noonan, Managing Director, Program on National Security, Foreign Policy Research Institute
“David Danelo’s remarks to my journalism classes, covering his experiences as a Marine combat officer in Iraq and on the U.S.-Mexico border as a journalist, provided my students with a wonderful bridge between the classroom and the real world of work and accomplishment. Dave is astute, engaging and informative.”
- Tracy Dahlby, professor, School of Journalism, University of Texas at Austin
"Danelo captures the essence of what's at stake on our borders -- both culturally and politically. His presentation of first-hand experience brings the issues to life. Not only does he connect with the audience, he also engages them."
- Albert R. Cauz, headmaster, The Webb School
Previous speaking venues have included:
U.S. House of Representatives
Library of Congress
Marine Memorial Club, San Francisco
World Affairs Council, various cities
U.S. Naval Academy
Council on Foreign Relations, Dallas
Business Executives for National Security
Colorado Emergency Preparedness Partnership
University of Texas
Foreign Policy Research Institute
U.S. Naval Institute
Boston Area ROTC Consortium
U.S. Marine Corps University
Pennsylvania Korean War Veterans Society
Beirut Memorial Dedication, VA Hospital
Joint Service Academy Alumni Association
The Taft School
The Webb School
If you would like to book David Danelo for an event please call 703.879.6793, or fill out the site contact form.
