Keith Krach
Entrepreneur. Public servant. Technology diplomacy leader.
Keith Krach is an entrepreneur, former U.S. diplomat, and civic leader who has built companies, institutions, and alliances at the intersection of technology, trust, and freedom.
Today, he serves as CEO of Freedom 250 and Chairman and Co-Founder of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, advancing civic participation, trusted technology, and American leadership.
Ten Areas of Impact
Keith Krach’s career has spanned manufacturing, engineering software, electronic commerce, digital agreements, leadership development, higher education, philanthropy, mentorship, diplomacy, and trusted technology. Explore ten areas of impact across business, public service, education, and civic leadership.
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Current Mission
Keith Krach’s work centers on a core principle: trust is the foundation for strong institutions, secure technology, and free societies.
Today, that mission continues through Freedom 250 and the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue. Freedom 250 advances civic participation, service, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Krach Institute advances technology diplomacy and trusted technology partnerships among governments, companies, and allies.
Freedom 250
Freedom 250 is a national effort connected to the United States’ 250th anniversary. Its mission is to bring Americans together around civic participation, service, innovation, entrepreneurship, and America’s next 250 years.
Keith Krach serves as CEO of Freedom 250, helping lead a nationwide effort to honor the nation’s history while inspiring the next generation of builders, innovators, students, veterans, educators, public servants, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.
The 250th anniversary is an opportunity for all Americans to reflect, participate, and help shape the country’s next chapter.
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Tech Diplomacy at Purdue
Current Work
KRACH INSTITUTE FOR TECH DIPLOMACY AT PURDUE
Krach Institute Chairman Keith Krach presents the Krach Institute Freedom Award to Dan Goldin, the longest-serving Administrator in NASA history.
Chairman of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue
As Chairman of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, Keith Krach advances trusted technology, economic security, and freedom. The Institute convenes leaders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to strengthen technology diplomacy through education, policy engagement, and strategic partnerships.
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Explore the Krach InstituteGLOBAL TECH SECURITY COMMISSION
Keith Krach and former Estonian President Kersti Kaljulaid discuss global technology security at the Concordia Summit.
Co-Chair of the Global Tech Security Commission
As Co-Chair of the Global Tech Security Commission, Keith Krach works with bipartisan and international leaders to develop strategies that advance trusted technology, strengthen supply-chain resilience, and counter authoritarian threats. The Commission focuses on practical policy, trusted partnerships, and coordinated action among democratic nations.
Global Tech Security Commission appoints country commissioners
Read About the Global Tech Security StrategyU.S.-TAIWAN BUSINESS COUNCIL
U.S.-Taiwan Business Council Chairman Keith Krach speaks during the annual Chairman’s trip at a meeting with Taiwan President-elect William Lai, center, and Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim in Taipei.
Chairman of the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council
As Chairman of the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council, Keith Krach works with Council leadership, member companies, and partners in the United States and Taiwan to strengthen trade, investment, technology cooperation, and trusted commercial ties. The Council’s priorities include resilient semiconductors, energy security, and deeper two-way economic engagement.
Read about the 2024 Chairman’s delegation to Taiwan
Explore the U.S.-Taiwan Business CouncilTECHNOLOGY DIPLOMACY AND THE CLEAN NETWORK
U.S. Under Secretary of State Keith Krach announces plans for the 5G Clean NATO Network alongside NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană and U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kay Bailey Hutchison.
Former U.S. Under Secretary of State who led the Clean Network
As U.S. Under Secretary of State, Keith Krach led the Clean Network, a trusted-technology initiative focused on secure networks, transparency, democratic values, and cooperation among governments, telecommunications companies, and industry leaders. The initiative began with 5G and expanded into cloud services, applications, cables, data centers, and other critical technologies. Harvard Business School later developed a case examining the Clean Network and its impact on global technology competition.
Watch the Harvard Business School Cold Call discussion
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Biography
Keith Krach is an entrepreneur, former U.S. diplomat, and civic leader whose career has focused on building companies, institutions, and alliances at the intersection of technology, trust, and freedom.
He currently serves as CEO of Freedom 250, Chairman and Co-Founder of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, and Chairman of the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council.
Krach previously served as U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Chairman and CEO of DocuSign, and Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ariba. Earlier in his career, he became the youngest-ever vice president at General Motors.
Across business, public service, higher education, and civic life, his work has focused on building trusted institutions, strengthening freedom, and preparing the next generation of leaders.
Jun, 1999
High Flying Ariba soars up 291 percent in IPO
Apr, 2018
DocuSign — Krach’s third successful IPO
2020
State Department and Clean Network
2026
Freedom 250
