Silicon Valley’s Tech Voice Joins NATO Talks in Ankara

Dean Fealk, a partner at the global law firm DLA Piper, will travel to Ankara in July as part of a delegation representing Silicon Valley at the NATO summit. The meeting will address rising tensions with Iran and Ukraine, new cyber threats, and how emerging tech can be used for defense. Fealk’s presence gives the technology community a seat at discussions about rules and protection for AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, and cybersecurity. The delegation also includes former Croatian President Kolinda Grabar‑Kitarović, ex‑Chair of the NATO Military Committee Admiral Rob Bauer, and Luis Rubio, chair of Mexico’s Council on Foreign Relations. Together they cover politics, military strategy, and global governance—areas that now require input from the tech sector.Fealk has long worked to bridge technology firms with policymakers. He helped launch Transatlantic West, which connects Silicon Valley leaders with European officials, and has advised companies on cross‑border deals worth more than $50 billion. His experience in election monitoring and security conferences shows he can navigate sensitive international environments. At DLA Piper, Fealk has led over a hundred expansion projects in high‑tech and finance. He also serves on California’s workforce development board, shaping the state’s economic future. The summit is not only about military posture; it also looks at how democracies can cooperate and lead in technology. Fealk’s role signals that Silicon Valley wants to shape the alliance’s future, not just observe.