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MIc'd Up | Part 2: A Conversation with Sheryl WuDunn and Nicholas Kristof
Sheryl WuDunn, Nicholas Kristof, Nick Kristof
Columnist Nicholas Kristof and author Sheryl Sandberg discuss their bestsellers' findings on the "empathy gap," illustrating how focusing on individual stories rather than abstract statistics drives charitable giving and policy support. Kristof further argues that effective global leadership requires prioritizing economic growth through job creation and early childhood investment while urging corporations and governments to align with Environmental, Social, and Governance values. The conversation concludes with a warning that retreating from U.S. global hegemony invites a "Kindleberger trap" of international instability and preventable human suffering.
- Milken Institute58 min
The Hunt for Yield: Risk-Free Return or Return-Free Risk?
James Mackintosh, Scott Evans, Robert Kricheff, AJ Murphy, Anne Walsh, Andrew Whittaker, James McInstosh, Bob Krychev
A panel of institutional investors and asset managers characterizes the fixed-income market as being in a late-stage bull phase with historically tight spreads, prompting a strategic shift toward defensive positioning despite a consensus that the environment remains distinct from the speculative excesses of 2007-2008. While participants are reducing exposure to overvalued assets like U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities and wary of liquidity risks from passive investing and covenant-lite debt, they continue seeking yield premiums in sector-specific opportunities such as second-lien loans and selective high-yield issuers. This cautious approach reflects concerns that corporate leverage remains elevated and that potential macroeconomic catalysts, including fiscal policy changes and geopolitical shifts, could abruptly alter the trajectory of an otherwise extended credit cycle.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
India's Great Strides
Reuben Abraham, Nisha Biswal, Raju Narisetti, Irfan Nooruddin, Anand Shah
Raju Rajagopal founded *Mint* in 2007 to introduce Western journalistic ethics to India's growing business sector, capitalizing on demographic shifts that would eventually make it the country's second-largest newspaper. The publication's success occurred alongside a strategic transformation in US-India relations under Narendra Modi, characterized by heightened diplomatic engagement and a "dynamic" partnership despite anticipated transactional tensions. Simultaneously, India leveraged digital infrastructure like the "India Stack" and Aadhaar to bypass traditional banking hurdles, driving massive financial inclusion while navigating complex domestic reforms such as the Goods and Services Tax.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
Framework for Investing for the Long Term
Colin le Duc, Brian Gildea, Steven Goulart, Jingdong Hua, Jean Hynes, Arif Naqvi
A diverse panel of institutional investors from firms including MetLife, Generation, and the IFC identified a critical misalignment between long-term asset requirements and current quarterly measurement frameworks that hinders sustainable capital deployment. To address these structural barriers, participants detailed innovative incentive models and de-risking strategies, such as IFC first-loss provisions and Wellington Management's decoupled compensation structures, designed to unlock the $30 trillion opportunity within the Sustainable Development Goals. The group concluded that overcoming regulatory bottlenecks and standardizing impact metrics is essential for mobilizing idle capital into emerging markets and infrastructure projects while shifting asset allocation toward holistic value creation.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
A Conversation with Sherry Lansing
Sherry Lansing, Stephen Galloway
Former 20th Century Fox and Paramount Pictures chairman Sherry Lansing spent 25 years leading Hollywood's most prominent studios, producing blockbusters like *Titanic* and *Forrest Gump* while overcoming gender bias and high-pressure production crises. In 2003, she transitioned from film to philanthropy, founding the Sherry Lansing Foundation to advance cancer research and education after a pivotal meeting with Jimmy Carter. Now 72, Lansing reports greater authenticity and joy in her charitable work than in her decades of studio management, with plans to remain active until age 100.
- Milken Institute58 min
Young Entrepreneurs Who Are Rewriting the Biopharma Business Model
Luke Timmerman, Elizabeth Iorns, Ethan Perlstein, D.A. Wallach, Alice Zhang
In response to stagnant R&D productivity despite rapid technological advancement, a coalition of entrepreneurs including Prolara's Ethan Perlstein, Science Exchange's Elizabeth, and Verge Genomics' Alice is deploying novel business models to accelerate drug discovery. These initiatives leverage CRISPR, data science, and patient-led capital to bypass traditional inefficiencies, aiming to fail early and validate molecular hypotheses faster than legacy pharmaceutical methods allow. The panel further advocates for structural reforms in academia and big pharma to integrate computational and biological expertise, ultimately seeking to transform biotech from a chemistry-based discipline into a software-driven engineering field.
- Milken Institute1h 14m
Forces Shaping Asia
Timothy Dattels, Ronnie C. Chan, Tony Fernandes, Dilhan Pillay, Tokihiko Shimizu, Tony Tan Caktiong, Lev Mass, Ying Hosler
Executives from TPG Capital, Japan Post, Jollibee, and major regional carriers discussed how Asia's 60% contribution to global GDP growth is being driven by a shift toward consumption, digital transformation, and domesticated supply chains. Despite geopolitical complexities like U.S. isolationism and demographic challenges in Japan, panelists identified China's massive consumer base and ASEAN's mobile penetration as the era's primary investment opportunities, overshadowing concerns over trade deficits. The consensus emphasizes that while innovation risks remain, pragmatic business strategies and infrastructure expansion will continue to fuel a unified digital economy across the region.
- Milken Institute1h 4m
Quality Assurance: Why Women Lead Most Health-Care Decisions
Kelly Close, Lynn Goldman, Dariush Mozaffarian, Deneen Vojta
A strategic public health initiative addresses the global nutrition crisis and declining U.S. health outcomes by leveraging women's decision-making power while countering misinformation with evidence-based interventions. Experts propose systemic reforms including price transparency, Medicare incentives for healthy eating, and the integration of nutrition as a vital sign in electronic health records to shift focus from acute care to preventive "soft healing." The plan further outlines the deployment of automated monitoring technologies and community health workers to reduce chronic disease rates, aiming to transform healthcare delivery into a scalable, consumer-oriented model within the next decade.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Global Private Equity Outlook
Gary Pinkus, John Connaughton, Bruce Flatt, Jonathan Nelson, David Rubenstein
Leading private equity executives including Bruce Flatt, David Rubenstein, and John Connaughton convened to analyze a sector at a record peak of $4.7 trillion in assets under management, emphasizing a strategic shift from financial engineering to operational value creation in emerging markets and U.S. infrastructure. The panel identified populism and regulatory uncertainty as key risks but concluded that the industry is resilient due to its ability to generate stable returns for pension funds and its capacity to navigate global trade dynamics. Future success will depend on adapting distinct operating models, such as Brookfield's public vehicle structure or Carlyle's partnership approach, to compete with rising capital sources like family offices and sovereign wealth funds.
- Milken Institute1h 2m
Commissioners of Sport: Agile Leadership in a Competitive World
Jim Gray, Gary Bettman, Don Garber, Robert Manfred Jr., Adam Silver
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, NHL's Gary Bettman, MLS's Don Garber, and MLB's Rob Manfred discussed critical challenges facing major sports leagues, including balancing owner interests with fan experiences and navigating digital disruption. The commissioners highlighted significant policy decisions ranging from implementing strict concussion protocols and youth safety measures to managing international competition costs and substance use regulations. Furthermore, the leaders addressed roster management strategies like strategic player resting and the complexities of integrating social issues into the apolitical nature of professional sports while aiming to drive global growth and demographic shifts.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Activist Investors: Unlocking Value
Justin Baer, Alex Denner, Ana Marshall, Ronald O'Hanley, Alex Roepers, Jeffrey Ubben
Prominent investors including Jeffrey Ubin, Alex Ropers, and Anna Marshall convened to analyze the structural shifts in activism driven by the rise of passive index funds and the resulting necessity for constructive engagement. The panelists debated the evolution from transactional "hit-and-run" tactics toward sustainable governance changes, highlighting how permanent capital holders like State Street now prioritize long-term stewardship over short-term liquidity. Key discussions covered the strategic use of board interventions, the growing influence of ESG mandates, and the distinct approaches required to drive value in mature markets like Japan versus emerging economies where regulatory barriers currently limit intervention.
- Milken Institute1h 22m
A Conversation with the 47th Vice President of the United States Joe Biden
Joe Biden, Michael Milken, Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Dr. Neil Cassell
The event details the clinical expansion of focused ultrasound from three to over 80 indications for treating conditions like Parkinson's and tumors, while highlighting the Biden Cancer Initiative's structural reforms to break research silos and secure $6.8 billion in funding through bipartisan legislation. Key outcomes include the creation of a "jukebox" model for clinical trials, the establishment of a global data-sharing network, and the founding of a non-profit organization to sustain these advancements. Vice President Biden attributes these policy shifts to personal resilience following the death of his son and emphasizes a strategy of cross-party collaboration to transform cancer care into a manageable, long-term discipline.
- Milken Institute52 min
The Sustainable Investing Challenge: Meet the Winning Team; See the Plan
David Chen, Ashwin Halgeri, Erica Hoeveler, Chris Shaw, Christopher Krebs, Kunal Aggarwal
The Kellogg Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investments Challenge awarded the EduIndia Fund to a team from the University of Chicago's Kellogg School of Management for creating an $11 million private debt fund targeting low-fee schools in Uttar Pradesh, India. The proposed model addresses a $3.1 billion capital gap by providing expansion financing with a 1:1 match structure and tuition insurance, aiming to serve 8,000 new students while generating a 7% real annual return. This win continues the program's seven-year legacy of engaging graduate students from 60 global schools to develop scalable financial solutions for critical societal issues.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Are eSports Ready for the Big Time?
Anne Hand, Jack Etienne, Rick Fox, Peter Levin, Bruce Stein, Peter Vlastelica, Clinton Foy, Monkey Man
Industry leaders from Cloud9, Major League Gaming, and Lionsgate discussed the critical transition of esports from an unregulated niche to a structured global franchise ecosystem exemplified by the Overwatch League. The panelists highlighted a strategic shift toward territorial ownership and sustainable monetization models to capture the valuable millennial demographic while rejecting traditional sports structures that might stifle the industry's digital-native authenticity. Emphasis was placed on long-term brand building, educational pipelines for players, and innovative sponsorship integrations that leverage direct community engagement over conventional advertising.
- Milken Institute1h 1m
Medical Marijuana: Health and (Financial) Wellness
Tara Kelly, Lynn Honderd, Ben Kovler, Brian Reynolds, Juan Sartori
A panel of industry leaders from Green Thumb Industries, Mary's Medicinals, and International Cannabis Corporation discussed a rapidly expanding cannabis market projected to reach $45 billion in legal demand as 70% of U.S. states move toward medical legalization. Panelists highlighted significant arbitrage opportunities driven by vertical integration and global export potential, while noting that federal restrictions, specifically IRS Code 280E and banking prohibitions, currently create a temporary regulatory moat for private capital. The discussion concluded with a strategic outlook favoring branded consumer products and pharmaceutical applications over commodity flower, anticipating a transition to a regulated global agricultural sector once domestic policy alignment occurs.