The Newport National Security Dinner

On the eve of the Newport National Security Symposium, the Naval War College Foundation welcomed guests to the inaugural Newport National Security Dinner at Gardiner House in Newport.

The evening brought together national security leaders, defense and industry experts, U.S. Naval War College faculty, Naval War College Foundation supporters, and Symposium participants for an evening of conversation and connection centered on the challenges shaping our national security.

Designed to foster meaningful exchange beyond the formal Symposium program, the dinner provided an intimate setting for guests to share perspectives, build relationships, and continue conversations across the military, government, industry, academic, and civilian communities.

The Naval War College Foundation extends its sincere gratitude to Peter and Jennifer Scanlon, Presenting Sponsors of the inaugural Newport National Security Dinner, for making this special evening possible.

We also thank all who joined us in Newport and helped make the dinner a memorable beginning to the 2026 Newport National Security Symposium.

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors

Presenting
Peter and Jennifer Scanlon

Wardroom
Arthur W. Fisher, III

Signal Deck
Trustee Dominic A. Dannessa, Ph.D., and Mrs. Josette Dannessa
The Honorable Robert C. McCormack

Patron
CAPT George E. Lang, Jr., USN (Ret.) and Dr. Wendy Lang