A strategic innovator and change agent … Chris Kolenda is a brilliant strategic thinker who can articulate complex ideas in a simple and concise manner.
Michèle A. Flournoy
Former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy
June 17, 2014
A trusted advisor … His strategic advice and insight have been invaluable … He was instrumental in assisting in the development of a strategic design for success [in Afghanistan] that was sent by the Secretary of Defense to the President of the United States … His efforts have helped posture the U.S. for a successful outcome.
General Joseph F. Dunford
Commander, U.S. Forces
Afghanistan, June 17, 2014
Chris Kolenda is a tactical genius and strategic thinker . . . [with] an unparalleled understanding of counterinsurgency principles, he is one of our foremost COIN experts.
General David H. Petraeus
Former Commander International Security Forces
Afghanistan June 8, 2014
Chris Kolenda is a brilliant strategic thinker who can articulate complex ideas in a simple and concise manner … Chris is a trusted advisor … [and] a superb natural leader and role model.
James Miller
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy
June 9, 2014
A trusted and respected expert, Mr. Kolenda’s advice and counsel were instrumental in the development and adaptation of United States policy in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Chuck Hagel
Secretary of Defense
June 17, 2014
[Leadership: The Warrior’s Art] is the best book on leadership in peace and war that I have even read.
General Harold Moore
NY Times Bestselling Author Lieutenant
June 9, 2014