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Clear all filters- Goldman Sachs29 min
Goldman Sachs Economists on EU Capital Markets Union: Talks at GS Session Highlights
Huw Pill, Jim Esposito, Philippe Ithurbide, William Wright
As European economies transition from crisis management to long-term structural growth, a strategic push is underway to establish a Capital Markets Union that diversifies funding beyond the banking sector. This initiative targets critical barriers such as fragmented exchange infrastructure, inconsistent insolvency laws, and information asymmetries that currently hinder SME access to public markets. Panelists recommend immediate regulatory harmonization and technology-driven standardization to unlock deep pools of long-term capital, ensuring that medium-sized enterprises and infrastructure projects can secure sustainable financing.
- Goldman Sachs13 min
Dr. Vishal Sikka, Infosys CEO: Talks at GS Session Highlights
Dr. Vishal Sikka, Dr. Alan Kay
Alan Kay and Vishal Sikka examine the stark contrast between the groundbreaking innovation culture of the early ARPA community and the current stagnation caused by legacy software debt and flawed browser architecture. They argue that organizations like Infosys must shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive "problem-finding" by training thousands of employees in design thinking to revitalize software development. Ultimately, the speakers advocate for an organizational culture where AI and automation amplify human wisdom rather than replace it, ensuring technology serves long-term sustainability over short-term output.
- Milken Institute1h 3m
Investment Opportunities in Education
Betsy Corcoran, Chantelle Poulsen, Jason Young, Mitch, Susan Wolford
Venture capital activity in the EdTech sector has surged to nearly $2 billion, driven by a market shift from hardware to software solutions that demonstrate measurable improvements in teaching and learning outcomes. While valuations remain inflated and competition intensifies in saturated segments like LMS and language learning, investors are identifying untapped opportunities in special education and adaptive learning tools such as Newton. Key figures predict six public offerings within 18 months, contingent on companies overcoming long sales cycles and proving efficacy through data initiatives like Chicago's LEAP.
- Milken Institute1h 3m
Southeast Asia: A Compelling Case for Investment
Cecilia Mazzeca, Kirk Wagger, Cesar Purisima, Kasim Sid Patumsok, Richard Lee, Dina Jalal, AJ Gandhi, Carl Harris, Ben Rosen Manning, Nate Pierce
This presentation analyzes the ASEAN Economic Community's projected rise as the world's fifth-largest economy by 2015, driven by a youthful demographic dividend and strategic infrastructure integration. While U.S. foreign direct investment has surpassed China's through a "China Plus Two" diversification strategy, investors face distinct challenges including regulatory non-tariff barriers and the necessity for localized partnerships. Experts recommend utilizing Singapore as a legal hub and adopting a country-specific approach to capitalize on emerging opportunities in electronics manufacturing, medical tourism, and urban development.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
The Alchemy of Finance: Portfolio Construction Strategies
Steven Toy, Brian Pellegrino, Hua Fan, Tim Hayward, Jane Buchan, Jennifer, HUA LIANG PENG YANG CHIU, DAVID LEVINSON, SHUO-CHUN LIU, DAVID KAPLAN, JULIANA GLEAVER, LIZ FONG, LIZ GARBUSKI, LIZ GAFFNEY, MICHAEL GREENSTONE
Distinguished investors from W.L. Ross, UPS, CIC, GAM, and PAMCO convened to analyze portfolio construction strategies within uncharted market conditions characterized by high valuations and fixed income volatility. Panelists detailed specific tactical shifts, including UPS's move to liability-matched private debt structures, W.L. Ross's focus on distressed energy and real assets, and coordinated views on avoiding overpriced European credit in favor of U.S. long-term bonds. The discussion underscored a consensus on prioritizing performance-based fees, managing liquidity for opportunistic deployment, and navigating regulatory-driven disintermediation across global asset classes.
- Milken Institute57 min
Around the World in 60 Minutes: Creating Global Prosperity
Mike Milken, Tony, Strive, Nouriel, Kathy
The 18th annual Milken Institute Global Conference convened 4,000 attendees and global leaders including Tony Blair and Nouriel Roubini to address the dual challenges of global job creation and economic resilience. Key outcomes included the formation of a task force targeting one billion new jobs and strategic imperatives emphasizing migration liberalization, human capital investment, and health infrastructure to counter automation and demographic shifts. By shifting focus from aid to trade and advocating for lifelong learning, the panel established a framework for future prosperity centered on open governance and innovation.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
The Future Is Now: Things That Will Blow Your Mind
William Santana Lee, Nina Tandon, Dr. Frederick Maul
At this event, William Santana Lee of Nightscope, Nina Tandon of EpiBone, and Dr. Frederick Maul of ORIS presented breakthrough autonomous systems ranging from crime-predicting security robots to tissue-engineered bone grafts and precision surgical micro-robots. These innovations collectively demonstrate a shift toward a "Third Industrial Revolution" where biotechnology and data-driven automation aim to reduce the $1 trillion annual cost of crime while revolutionizing minimally invasive medical procedures and drug testing. The panel further outlined significant challenges in regulatory approval and talent acquisition, alongside a shared vision for deploying tens of thousands of units globally to enhance public safety, accelerate clinical outcomes, and lower healthcare costs.
- Milken Institute43 min
Commercial Diplomacy: A Conversation With U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker
Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, acting as the chief commercial advocate, outlined a strategy to bridge the business community and the administration by prioritizing legislative reforms on trade promotion, patent litigation, and corporate taxation to restore global competitiveness. The Department leverages its four-pillar framework to maximize data utility from agencies like the National Weather Service while deploying 108 Export Assistance Centers and diplomatic missions to advance U.S. interests in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Simultaneously, the administration focuses on critical infrastructure cybersecurity standards and international tax reform to unlock trillions in stranded capital and stimulate domestic investment.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Taxes, Philosophy and Reform: Two Conversations With Milken Institute Review Authors
Peter Passell, Reihan Salam, Len Burman, John Marish, David Mallitz, Ray Bishop, Female Presenter 1
At the Milken Institute Review Panel, Len Berman of the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center and Reihan Salam of *National Review* delivered distinct analyses on US tax reform and conservative political strategy. Berman argued that structural polarization and a lack of bipartisan trust currently block comprehensive tax overhauls, proposing revenue-neutral shifts such as Value-Added Taxes and inheritance taxes to replace the current estate tax system. Simultaneously, Salam advocated for "reform conservatism" as a pragmatic framework that utilizes federalism, skills-based immigration, and market-based healthcare solutions to build coalitions rather than pursuing ideological purity.
- Milken Institute51 min
Fountain of Age: Unlocking the Secrets of Longer Life
Dr. Craig Venter, Dr. Peter Diamandis, Paul Irving
Human Longevity, Inc. is executing a strategy to sequence one million human genomes and integrate multi-omics data, including microbiome and neuroimaging, to enable predictive modeling that identifies complex genetic traits and anticipates diseases like dementia decades before onset. By leveraging machine learning to correlate vast datasets with phenotypic markers, the company aims to shift healthcare from reactive treatment to preventative intervention while addressing significant privacy challenges through advanced security protocols. The initiative projects to revolutionize the global economy by extending healthy lifespans, potentially unlocking trillions in capital and redefining retirement, provided society navigates the associated ethical frameworks regarding genetic data and discrimination.
- Milken Institute59 min
The Learning Gap: Creating the Workforce Industry Needs
Giselle Fernandez, Felix Ortiz III, Eloy Ortiz-Oakley, Chris Romer, Raul Valentin, Judy Woodruff
A diverse panel of education leaders and industry experts identified a critical national skills gap where 75 million Americans lack qualifications for middle-skill jobs, creating a mismatch between over 1 million unfilled openings and millions of unemployed individuals. Key figures including Felix Ortiz III, Raul Valentin, and Chris Romer argued that bureaucratic educational rigidity, outdated funding models, and insufficient employer engagement are exacerbating this crisis, which they characterize as a national security threat and an economic imperative requiring a shift toward competency-based outcomes. To resolve these barriers, the group proposed a new "employment triangle" that ties state funding to graduation rates, leverages data to align curricula with labor demands, and establishes hybrid credentialing systems to support lifelong learning and demographic surges.
- Milken Institute54 min
The Art of Art Collecting
Don Marin, Eric Schmidt, Philippe Rigollet, Mitch Rales, Kavita
Former MoMA president Don Marin moderates a panel featuring Philippe Rigollet, Mitch Rales, and Kavita Pande to analyze the tension between the rapid global expansion of museums and the scarcity of historically significant artists. The experts debate the risks of institutions prioritizing commercial entertainment and high-frequency visitor numbers over artistic integrity, while highlighting a dramatic surge in collector investment where art now comprises up to 50% of net worth. Participants conclude that despite booming market values for specific African and contemporary works, only a tiny fraction of creators achieve the longevity required to shape art history.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
Where Does Russia Go From Here?
Matt Winkler, David Bonderman, Ruben Vardanyan, Susan Eisenhower, Carl Theodore, Male Speaker 1
In late 2014, Western sanctions and a 50% collapse in oil prices caused the Russian ruble and MOEX index to become the world's most volatile assets, yet the country began a recovery by early 2015 through stabilized currency values and a 30% growth surge in domestic food retail. Prominent figures including Ruben Vardanyan, David Bonderman, and Susan Eisenhower critique Western policy failures such as NATO expansion and broken agreements, arguing that these actions fueled Russia's strategic drift toward China while leaving the nation without a clear geopolitical identity. The panel warns of escalating nuclear risks due to these tensions but proposes immediate de-escalation through dedicated special envoys, Congressional diplomacy, and the establishment of clear benchmarks for sanction relief.
- Milken Institute1h 12m
Growth on the Frontier: Insights From African Executives
Jonathan Berman, Paul Hanks, Mimi Alamayo, Brian Orjiaku, Bassem Haider, Bob Diamond
A panel of experts analyzed the transformative impact of Nigeria's 2015 democratic transition and the subsequent strategic pivot required to navigate oil price collapses, South Sudan's instability, and volatile commodity markets. While nations like Ethiopia and Rwanda demonstrate the potential for infrastructure-led growth and regulatory reform, regional leaders emphasized that Africa's demographic surge necessitates private sector-led diversification into local manufacturing and food security to avert youth-driven political unrest. The discourse concluded that sustainable development depends on overcoming critical power and logistics deficits through value-added processing and innovative mobile solutions rather than reliance on raw material exports.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
Impact Investing 2.0: Finding Value in Doing Good
Tom Hyland, Dimple Sani, Gary White, Kimball Ganzier, Jacqueline Novogratz
This session convened leaders from Acumen, Water.org, and Soros-backed venture capital to establish impact investing as a discipline requiring clear social intention, rigorous measurement, and transparent stakeholder communication. Panelists demonstrated that mission-aligned funds can achieve market-rate returns, citing a 41% IRR for aligned exits and highlighting hybrid financing models that successfully served low-income populations without compromising financial viability. The discussion concluded that the sector is evolving toward segmented strategies driven by generational demand, necessitating permanent capital structures and standardized metrics to scale solutions for persistent global problems.