Silicon Valley’s Tech Voice Joins NATO Talks in Ankara

Dean Fealk, partner at global law firm DLA Piper, will travel to Ankara in July as part of a delegation representing Silicon Valley at the upcoming NATO summit. The meeting will address:

• Rising tensions with Iran and Ukraine
• New cyber threats
• How emerging technologies can be leveraged for defense

Fealk’s presence gives the technology community a seat at discussions about rules and protection for AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, and cybersecurity.

Delegation Highlights

• Former Croatian President Kolinda Grabar‑Kitarović
• Admiral Rob Bauer, ex‑Chair of the NATO Military Committee
• 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’s Track Record

• Launched Transatlantic West, connecting Silicon Valley leaders with European officials
• Advised on cross‑border deals worth over $50 billion
• Extensive experience in election monitoring and security conferences, enabling navigation of sensitive international environments

Contributions at DLA Piper

• Led over a hundred expansion projects in high‑tech and finance
• Serves on California’s workforce development board, shaping the state’s economic future

The Summit’s Broader Vision

Beyond military posture, the summit examines how democracies can cooperate and lead in technology. Fealk’s role signals that Silicon Valley wants to shape NATO’s future, not just observe.