, communicator, visionary BUILDING STRONG® 15 Summary Engineering skills/competencies vital for soft power Technical expertise (glue) to Connect the dots 3-D (Defense, Diplomacy, Development) “Whole of government” approach Effects based (watch out for unintended consequences) Capacity development • Engineering skills! • Water, food, health, energy …..nexus • Sustainable solutions: life-cycle management • “Green” facilities: environmentally sensitive ->compliant • Its about people! Engineering education • Balance sound technical skills with soft