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The Future of Retirement: Redefining Work, Leisure, Money, Purpose and Success
Ina Jaffe, Ken Dychtwald, Paul Irving, Andrew Sieg, Jacqueline (Jackie) Wong, Andy Sieg, Jackie Wong, Martha Minow, Paul Hanson, Judy Woodruff, Nelson Carbonell
A panel of global experts and industry leaders, including Andy Sieg and Ken Deichwald, converges to address the transformative impact of rising life expectancy, which is driving a shift from traditional retirement to a "longevity economy" valued at $7.1 trillion in the US alone. Speakers highlight critical challenges such as ageism, a misaligned healthcare infrastructure, and the "sandwich generation's" dual caregiving burdens while proposing solutions like gerontology-certified financial advising, flexible re-employment policies in Singapore, and democratized lifelong learning models. The discussion ultimately frames this demographic shift as a cultural imperative, urging a transition from viewing retirement as disengagement to embracing continuous work and intergenerational engagement to sustain economic and personal well-being.
- Milken Institute58 min
Investing in Sustainable Development
John McArthur, Reyaz Ahmad, Christopher Ailman, Aimée Christensen, David Rae, Michael Perkins, Chris
Leading institutional investors and development finance experts convened to argue that shifting from moral to economic imperatives is essential for mobilizing the estimated $5 to $7 trillion annually needed to fund global sustainable development. Panelists including Christopher Ailman, David Ray, and representatives from CalSTRS and the IFC discussed specific strategies such as carbon pricing, blended capital, and SASB-standardized metrics to navigate regulatory uncertainty and scale infrastructure in energy, transport, and agriculture. The consensus emphasized that achieving these goals requires integrating sustainability into core business models rather than treating it as corporate social responsibility, ultimately aiming to stabilize long-term capital flows through predictable policy frameworks and transparent risk management.
- Milken Institute56 min
ISIS and Global Terrorism: What It Will Take to Defeat Them
Michael Weiss, Nada Bakos, Tony Blair, Lindsey Graham, Brett McGurk
A panel of military, political, and diplomatic experts assessed the strategic evolution of ISIS as it pivots from territorial control to global exportation while integrating European nationals into senior leadership roles. Senator Lindsey Graham advocated for expanding U.S. troop levels to 10,000 in both Iraq and Syria to support indigenous forces, whereas Prime Minister Tony Blair emphasized a generational strategy to counter the ideological roots of radicalization rooted in failed multiculturalism. Despite significant progress in degrading ISIS financial networks and targeting senior commanders, the coalition faces enduring hurdles including Arab hesitation to target the Assad regime, internal instability in Iraq, and a projected conflict duration spanning decades.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
Food Security: Strengthening the Global Supply Chain
Cristina Alesci, Pierre Ferrari, Marc LePage, Kimbal Musk, Martin Short, Kenneth Simril
Executives from Heifer International, Genome Canada, and The Kitchen convened to address the critical challenge of feeding a growing global population while mitigating climate change impacts. The panelists outlined a strategic shift away from unsustainable industrial commodity farming toward localized systems, genomic breeding, and protein alternatives that enhance smallholder productivity and nutritional security. Speakers emphasized that achieving these goals requires systemic regulatory reform, advanced infrastructure to reduce food waste, and economic incentives to internalize the environmental costs of current agricultural practices.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
Reforming Islam: A Conversation With Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Somali-Dutch activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali recounts her journey from a radicalized childhood in Somalia to her intellectual awakening in the Netherlands, where she developed a critical framework for analyzing Islamic doctrine following the September 11 attacks. She proposes a five-point reform agenda targeting the Quran's authority, the infallibility of the Prophet, Sharia law, and the concept of Jihad to reconcile Islam with modern humanism and Western liberal values. While condemning Donald Trump's appropriation of her message for anti-Muslim rhetoric, Ali advocates for distinguishing between critiquing religious ideologies and respecting individuals, urging continued support for the AHA Foundation to combat honor violence and religious tyranny.
- Milken Institute59 min
Impact Investing: Where Are the Deals?
Amit Bouri, John Chiang, Tony Davis, Giles Gunesekera, Deval Patrick, James Gifford, Shiran
Industry leaders from TIAA, Bain Capital, Inherent Group, and the California State Treasurer's office convened to address the critical gap between high consumer interest and the slow deployment of capital in impact investing. Panelists detailed strategic approaches to scaling growth and control investments through specific sectors like affordable housing and inclusive finance, while highlighting the urgent need for standardized measurement frameworks like IRIS to harmonize market expectations. Looking forward, the discussion emphasized that demographic shifts, particularly the impending $40 trillion inheritance by Millennials and increased female financial control, will drive the adoption of regenerative capital models alongside policy reforms to unlock additional tax incentives.
- Milken Institute1h 4m
From Battlefield to Business: Translating Military Skills Into Civilian Success
Susan Fallon Brown, Greg Behrman, Brendan Hart, Christopher Perkins, Blas Villalobos, Chris Perkins, Connie Mielke, Ronald Funderburg, Yolanda Parker, Jim Coleman, Lieutenant Hawley
Hosted by Susan Fallon Brown of Monster and Military.com, this panel featured Chris Perkins of Citi, Brendan Hart of Prosper Labs, and Greg Berman of Nationswell to analyze the transition of 2.5 million veteran-owned businesses into the civilian labor market. The discussion highlighted how public-private partnerships have boosted veteran confidence and job readiness metrics while exposing critical gaps in skills translation and self-advocacy that employers can address through initiatives like Citi's hiring targets or Uber's data-driven recruitment. By addressing barriers such as the delayed timing of Transition Assistance Programs and the need for better support for disabled veterans, the event outlined a strategic shift toward corporate retention and tailored mentorship to leverage military leadership in diverse sectors.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
Digital Innovations Transforming India
Reuben Abraham, Sahil Kini, Arvind Pani, Abhishek Sinha, Vivek Wadhwa
A panel of fintech and technology leaders projects that India's rapid smartphone adoption and the India Stack infrastructure will transform its digital economy from cash-dependent to a $2.5 billion mobile payment market by 2025. Key innovations in biometric identity verification and localized language technologies are enabling startups to bypass traditional Western banking and credit card models to serve the unbanked population. Furthermore, experts anticipate these homegrown solutions in health and finance will eventually export globally, disrupting established industries in the United States and other developed nations.
- Milken Institute52 min
Rethinking Risk
Madelyn Antoncic, Jane Buchan, Laird Landmann, Vlad Portnoy, Myron Scholes, David M. Solomon
Prominent financial leaders including David Solomon, Vlad Portnoy, and Myron Scholes convened to analyze alarming market metrics, such as a U.S. market-to-GDP ratio of 125% and a $2.5 trillion increase in corporate leverage, which signal distorted risk management and potential systemic fragility. The panelists cautioned that negative interest rates, reduced broker-dealer liquidity, and reliance on historical stress tests have created an environment where synchronized portfolio reactions could trigger severe market dislocations. Consequently, the group advocated for shifting risk models toward forward-looking data and time-series diversification to better navigate tail risks before current monetary policies eventually normalize.
- Milken Institute55 min
Private Equity Outlook from Industry Titans
Andrea Kramer, Leon Black, Jonathan Nelson, David Rubenstein, Robert Smith
At a recent industry summit, private equity leaders including Leon Black, Jonathan Nelson, and Robert Smith identified high recession risks, compressed leverage, and evolving LP demands as critical challenges reshaping the market. The discussion highlighted a strategic pivot from rapid acquisitions to operational value creation, with firms diversifying into credit products and leveraging sovereign wealth funds to navigate tightening spreads and regulatory barriers. Furthermore, experts projected extended holding periods and a potential expansion of access to non-accredited investors while maintaining skepticism regarding emerging market returns due to currency and governance uncertainties.
- Milken Institute59 min
Chinas Future: The Sky Is Not Falling
Timothy Dattels, James Fong, Stephen Roach, Neil Shen, Jing Ulrich, Xiao Yuqiang
A comprehensive panel analysis examines China's structural shift from a manufacturing-driven "old economy" toward a 20% growth "new economy" fueled by digital giants, entertainment, and domestic consumption. While total social lending reaches 250% of GDP, the government is actively de-leveraging heavy industry and utilizing a $3.25 trillion currency reserve to manage financial stability alongside a transition to managed RMB convertibility. Long-term strategic outlooks highlight a critical demographic inverted pyramid and an unfunded pension system, prompting urgent investments in automation and AI to offset labor shortages and support a consumption-led future.
- Milken Institute1h 7m
Gender Gap: Checking the Box or Moving the Needle?
Richard Ditizio, Christopher Ailman, Alexandra Cavoulacos, Lauren Leader-Chivée, Rosie Rios, Janet Thomas, Candida Wolff
Panelists and officials highlighted the persistent economic and social costs of gender inequality, citing data that gender-balanced leadership correlates with lower risk, higher performance, and significant GDP growth. While private sector initiatives like CalSTRS and Citi have successfully implemented accountability measures and diverse hiring practices, government agencies continue to lag due to fragmented policies and a lack of internal mentoring structures. The consensus among speakers is that advancing women in leadership requires men to act as active sponsors and companies to enforce measurable diversity targets rather than relying on vague aspirations.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
Connectivity Is the New World Order: A Conversation with Parag Khanna
Senior fellow Parag Khanna argues that massive global infrastructure investment has replaced geography as the primary driver of destiny, creating a "Connectography" where traditional borders and territorial conquest are increasingly obsolete. His analysis highlights a shift toward competitive connectivity, where nations like China and the United States compete for control over trade enclaves, digital networks, and energy grids rather than physical land. Khenna contends that future geopolitical stability depends on adopting long-term infrastructure diplomacy and economic integration strategies to manage accelerating migration and the complex web of megaprojects reshaping the world.
- Milken Institute59 min
The M&A Outlook
Jason Kelly, John Danhakl, Steve Krouskos, Jennifer Nason, Robin Rankin, Paul Stefanick, John Donhocle, Robin Zasio, Steve Grove, David Freeman, Mr. Sokoloff, Donhawks, MARTHA MINOW
EY Capital Conference panelists collectively forecast a strong 2016 M&A year driven by $675 billion in private equity dry powder and a strategic shift toward alliances amid digital disruption. Key regional trends highlight China's dominance in cross-border deals while intensifying global antitrust scrutiny and activist campaigns reshape traditional corporate governance. Although financing caps and regulatory uncertainty temper specific sectors, the market is expected to see accelerated strategic activity in the second half of the year as companies pursue consolidation to combat technological obsolescence.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Discovering Value in Turmoil
Gregory Zuckerman, Glenn August, John Calamos Sr., Matthew James, Matthew Natcharian, Anne Walsh
Market participants identify China's structural economic transition, European banking instability, and regulatory-driven liquidity erosion as primary drivers of future volatility and asset dislocation. In response to these systemic risks, investors are shifting toward defensive asset allocation strategies, including increased cash reserves, high-yield credit, and collateralized loan obligations, while avoiding equities in a projected low-growth, low-inflation environment. The consensus outlook foresees continued secular stagnation rather than an immediate recession, prompting a focus on generating alpha through sector-specific dislocations in energy and shipping rather than broad market beta.