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Chronic Disease: Exacerbating the Pandemic
Rick Berke, Susan Bailey, Garth Graham, Jaana Remes, Brooks Tingle
A high-level panel convened by the American Medical Association addresses a dual crisis where the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated chronic disease management and highlighted severe racial health disparities. Industry leaders from CVS Health, John Hancock, and academia propose systemic reforms including the "Time for Care" initiative, insurance models that actively incentivize preventative behaviors, and the urgent need for disaggregated health data to dismantle structural inequities. The discussion emphasizes a permanent shift toward telemedicine and consumer empowerment strategies designed to reverse dangerous trends in delayed medical care while framing public health investment as a critical driver of global economic recovery.
- Milken Institute45 min
Threats Aren’t Partisan: Securing the Health and Safety of a Nation
Alex Witt, Jane Harman, Jeh Johnson
Representative Jane Harmon and Secretary Jay Johnson critique the Trump administration's flawed Afghanistan strategy, insufficient North Korea preparations, and the failure to account for deep-seated tribalism while emphasizing the pandemic's status as a national security crisis. The panelists further condemn the use of force at Lafayette Square, the erosion of Department of Justice integrity following John Bolton's disclosures, and the challenges posed by domestic terrorism and gun violence amidst pandemic-related social unrest. Both experts conclude that these non-partisan threats demand a unified governmental response to preserve democratic institutions and prevent the resurgence of terrorist organizations.
- Milken Institute35 min
A Conversation with Tim Scott, US Senator, South Carolina
Senator Tim Scott leverages his background of overcoming poverty to advocate for individual responsibility, private capital investment through Opportunity Zones, and education reform via charter schools as solutions to systemic disparities. While acknowledging personal encounters with racial profiling and significant poverty rates in minority communities, he argues that attributing these issues solely to racism undermines agency and calls for redirecting resources from removing statues to building infrastructure and schools. Scott concludes that true prosperity requires faith-driven resilience, a free-market approach to job creation, and a focus on empowering the poorest children to maintain the nation's global standing.
- Milken Institute27 min
A Conversation with FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn
Dr. Hahn and the FDA are managing an unprecedented 250-treatment pipeline and 170 vaccine candidates while maintaining regulatory independence amid a surge in applications. The agency has authorized specific therapies like remdesivir and dexamethasone based on robust data analysis and is implementing clinical trial flexibilities to ensure diverse demographic inclusion. Despite the high stakes, FDA officials emphasize that safety and evidence-based decision-making remain paramount as they navigate supply chain logistics and monitor real-world outcomes for public health.
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Mental Health Innovations for the 21st Century
Joanne Kenen, LaTese Briggs, Arjun Desai, Kabir Nath, Richard Pops
A diverse panel of experts analyzed the pandemic's multifaceted impact on mental health, highlighting the rise of new crises among isolated populations and the limitations of telemedicine for complex addiction cases. Industry leaders and policymakers discussed critical reforms needed to address skewed pharmaceutical incentives, fund community-based workers, and shift corporate priorities toward genuine employee well-being. The discussion concluded with a consensus that lasting systemic change requires overhauling reimbursement models and increasing workforce diversity to support a post-pandemic world where mental health adaptation becomes permanent.
- Milken Institute56 min
China’s Economic Outlook
Eugene Tang, Eric Chen, Jianguang Shen, Jane Jie Sun
At a panel featuring Trip.com CEO Jane Sun, SoftBank's Eric Chen, and JD Digits Chief Economist Dr. Shen, leaders analyzed the V-shaped trajectory of China's post-pandemic economy driven by $4 billion in relief funds and a strategic shift toward digital "new infrastructure." The discussion highlighted how government-issued consumer vouchers and mandatory bank lending to SMEs have accelerated a 4.5% rise in industrial production while leaving travel and leisure sectors to rebound more slowly alongside the entry of eight million graduates into the job market. Despite supply chain shifts toward risk mitigation, the consensus points to long-term growth anchored in 5G, AI, and the digital transformation of domestic consumption rather than traditional heavy infrastructure.
- Milken Institute59 min
Credit Trends: Back From the Brink?
Staci Warden, Joshua S. Friedman, George Hicks, Rishi Kapoor
The discussion analyzes how pre-2020 structural mismatches in capital structures and weakened bank intermediation exacerbated the immediate sectoral divergence caused by the pandemic, particularly distressing retail and hospitality while supporting industrial real estate. Federal Reserve liquidity successfully stabilized markets but could not resolve underlying solvency issues, leading to a confirmed recession with default rates projected to exceed 10% and a recovery path hindered by the impending sunset of fiscal support. Consequently, the dialogue forecasts a shift toward stricter regulatory documentation, reduced reliance on central bank interventions, and new investment strategies focused on distressed restructurings and e-commerce infrastructure.
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Restarting the Economic Engine
Erik Schatzker, Todd Boehly, Charles W. Scharf, Kerry Healey, David Hunt, Charlie Scharf
Experts David Hunt, Charlie Scharf, Kerry Healy, and Todd Boley forecast a two-year economic recovery marked by persistent unemployment and deep disparities, warning that minority-owned businesses face structural exclusion due to inadequate capital access. The panel emphasized shifting from broad government shutdowns to targeted behavioral compliance and digital infrastructure to balance public health with financial stability, while urging a second wave of fiscal aid for vulnerable sectors. Furthermore, participants called for private credit expansion, antitrust reform, and state-level experimentation to build system resilience, noting that current high-yield markets require specific interventions to prevent a prolonged downturn.
- Milken Institute56 min
Leadership in Turbulent Times
Julia Boorstin, Carmine Di Sibio, Barbara Humpton, Alfred Kelly, Jr.
CEOs Barbara Humpton, Carmine DeCibio, and Alfred Kelly Jr. addressed the challenges of leading EY, Siemens, and Visa during the pandemic by pivoting toward digital resilience and remote work models that have permanently reshaped their operations. The panelists outlined specific commitments to support small businesses, accelerate contactless payments, and launch targeted diversity initiatives to address systemic racial and gender inequities exposed by the crisis. Furthermore, they detailed strategies to reduce carbon footprints through travel cuts and to maintain workforce stability by avoiding layoffs while redefining office spaces as collaboration hubs.
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In Search for a Cure: Are We Nearing a Treatment for COVID-19?
Esther Kofa, Meg Terrell, Dr. Tony Fauci, Albert Bourla
The Milken Institute Summer Series concluded by analyzing the U.S. resurgence of COVID-19 infections and the global development of nearly 250 treatment compounds, featuring critical insights from Dr. Anthony Fauci and Pfizer CEO Dr. Albert Bourla. Dr. Fauci warned of severe fall surges driven by behavioral shifts while outlining a vaccine timeline with Phase III trials expected to begin in July, whereas Dr. Bourla detailed Pfizer's autonomous mRNA strategy aiming for safety and efficacy data by September. As the organization prepares its 23rd Global Conference for a likely online format in October, these discussions underscored the urgent need for robust public health protocols alongside rapid medical solutions.
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Capital Markets in a Time of Global Disruption
Michael Milken, Scott Minerd, Steven Tananbaum, Lara Warner
The event analyzes the historical divergence where equity markets currently lead debt markets, creating valuation gaps that allow for distinct investment opportunities in legacy RMBS, distressed infrastructure bonds, and private-public arbitrage. Participants highlight the Federal Reserve's proactive intervention and government-private partnerships as critical factors accelerating recovery, contrasting this rapid response with the reactive measures seen in 2008. Strategic recommendations include advising over-levered firms on debt-for-equity swaps, restructuring high-yield portfolios with superior covenants, and leveraging tax-exempt municipal assets to meet actuarial pressures in a low-rate environment.
- Milken Institute57 min
Addressing Mental Health Challenges and Access During COVID-19 - Conference Call Series
Melissa Stevens, Jerome Bettis, Dr. Joshua Gordon, Nancy Lublin
Amid a pandemic that has exacerbated pre-existing mental health crises and disproportionately affected women, people of color, and economically vulnerable populations, experts like Dr. Joshua Gordon and Nancy Lublin highlight the "three-headed monster" of virus, quarantine, and economic collapse driving rising anxiety, isolation, and domestic violence rates. To address these surging needs, digital platforms like Crisis Text Line are scaling remote support models while initiatives such as "Embrace Pittsburgh" attempt to bridge the technology gap for underserved students and families. The collective response emphasizes a shift toward accessible, data-driven interventions that combine community mobilization with systemic changes in healthcare delivery to prevent acute reactions from becoming chronic long-term conditions.
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Philanthropic Responses to COVID-19 in Asia-Pacific - Conference Call Series
Richard Ditizio, Laurence Lien, Binod Chaudhary, Andrew Forrest, Cherie Nursalim, Rich D'Attizio
The Milken Institute convened a global panel of philanthropic leaders and experts to analyze the $8 billion surge in pandemic funding and the accelerating pace of medical research, which now includes 335 tracked treatments and vaccines. Participants examined divergent national strategies from the US to Asia, highlighting specific interventions such as Australia's massive infrastructure investment and Indonesia's triple-pillar approach to economic resilience. The discussion concluded with a unified call to transition from immediate relief to long-term institutional rebuilding through blended finance and collaborative dashboards designed to protect essential supply chains and prevent mass poverty.
- Milken Institute1h 6m
Feeding the Nation During COVID 19: Food, Hope, and Recovery - Conference Call Series
Ryan Shadrick Wilson, José Andrés, Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, Michael Milken
Amid a projected surge in American food insecurity driven by the economic impacts of COVID-19, World Central Kitchen and industry leaders have mobilized a network of 500+ restaurants to distribute 250,000 daily meals while addressing the systemic waste of 72 billion pounds of edible food. Panelists including Jose Andrés and Claire advocate for a permanent "FEMA of Food" and immediate infrastructure investments to redirect fresh produce to vulnerable populations with pre-existing health conditions. The consensus among these stakeholders is that the crisis requires transitioning from short-term relief to structural reform that expands SNAP eligibility, utilizes technology for last-mile logistics, and treats food security as a critical national security issue.
- Milken Institute59 min
Retirement Security in the Wake of COVID-19 - Conference Call Series
Paul Irving, Marcie Frost, Michael Milken, Penny Pennington, Michelle Seitz
The Milken Institute convened financial leaders to analyze the dual threats of the pandemic and a projected $150 billion rise in the U.S. retirement savings deficit. Experts from Edward Jones, CalPERS, and Russell Investments highlighted the critical need to shift from generic index targets to personalized strategies that address longevity risk and the aging demographic's healthcare costs. Participants agreed that mitigating the crisis requires structural adjustments to retirement age, diversified Social Security portfolios, and the widespread adoption of automated savings mechanisms for gig workers.