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Clear all filters- Milken Institute1h 2m
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.
- 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.
- Milken Institute1h 14m
Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony | Institute Chairman Michael Milken on Building Meaningful Lives
Michael Milken, Adena Friedman, Michael Klowden, Mike Cloughton, Katie O'Reilly
Adina Friedman of NASDAQ and Michael Milken of the Milken Institute co-hosted a dual-location ceremony in New York and Los Angeles to mark the 20th anniversary of the Global Conference, where Milken introduced a prosperity formula prioritizing technology over physical assets. The event launched the "First 1,000" scholar program to train financial experts in developing nations and highlighted transformative healthcare advancements alongside critical economic challenges like rising obesity and wealth inequality. Milken concluded by calling for a "Sputnik moment" to drive access to capital and innovation, setting the stage for the 2017 conference's focus on building meaningful lives.
- Milken Institute42 min
A Fireside Chat with Serge Pun Building Myanmar
Serge Pun, Staci Warden, Mike Milken, Mahendra Lama, Minseok Lee, Dickey Yuhuiko, Brad Gordon
Expanding from a private interview to a public forum, the Milken Institute session featured Serge Poon and Mike Milken discussing Myanmar's shifting economic landscape following the removal of US sanctions. Poon detailed his forty-year journey from displacement to rebuilding a private banking empire through strict anti-corruption practices, while outlining a strategy prioritizing long-term infrastructure investment over short-term gains. The dialogue concluded with an optimistic five-year forecast for nation-building, emphasizing regional connectivity and the need for investors to support foundational "trunk" projects despite lingering political risks.
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#MIGlobalEntrepreneurs
Daniel Gorfine, Avid Larrazadeh, Lindy Fishburne, Troy Carter, Mikhail Namov, William Hurley, Jace Wilson, Ari Leighton
The Milken Institute Global Entrepreneur's Competition united four judges, including Avid Larrazadeh and Troy Carter, to evaluate five startups addressing critical gaps in health, finance, and media. Among the contenders presenting solutions from Digital Genius's AI automation to Honest Dollar's retirement platform, Mikhail Namov's Digital Genius secured the victory through its enterprise-grade conversational technology and significant traction with Fortune 500 clients. The event concluded with Daniel Gorfine highlighting how the winning innovation exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit of curiosity, confidence, courage, and constancy.
- Milken Institute30 min
2010 State of the State Conference Introduction and Opening Remarks
The 12th Milken Institute State of the State Conference convened over 700 stakeholders under the theme "Restoring California's Promise" to address critical gaps between the state's strong entrepreneurial ecosystem and its deteriorating fiscal health. Presentations highlighted severe economic challenges, including a 4.1% GDP contraction in 2009, a ranking drop in higher education attainment, and pension liabilities projected to outpace tax revenue within four years. In response, the institute and attending business leaders advocated for permanent federal R&D tax credits, modernized export controls, and regulatory reforms to stimulate job creation and halt business relocations to states with lower operational costs.