Inside the Strategy Room 227. Retired CIA Director John Brennan: Why modernization is ‘never over’
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Nov 28, 2024 Join retired CIA Director John Brennan, who led the agency's modernization from 2013 to 2017, as he shares his insights on embracing change in organizations. He discusses the cultural hurdles that hinder collaboration and the importance of adaptive leadership in the intelligence community. Brennan emphasizes that modernization is an ongoing journey, not a destination. Learn about the challenges of transforming large institutions, the need for continuous workforce engagement, and strategies for fostering collaboration across diverse units.
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Pay-for-Performance Challenges
- As CIA’s Deputy Executive Director, John Brennan spearheaded a change in employee compensation.
- He learned about the difficulty of change, especially regarding compensation, and entrenched attitudes.
Creating the NCTC
- Brennan led the creation of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), integrating capabilities of various agencies.
- This experience highlighted the importance of systems integration and optimizing connections.
Need for Modernization
- Brennan's experience at the NCTC and witnessing the technological revolution informed his view on CIA modernization.
- He believed the CIA needed to adapt to new challenges and leverage technology.