Kate Mitchell
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- Milken Institute1h 4m
Jobs and Technology: Is Any Job Truly Safe?
Dennis Kneale, Michael Chui, Martin Ford, Alan Krueger, Kate Mitchell
A panel of experts including Martin Ford, Michael Chu, and Alan Kruger analyzes the convergence of automation, offshoring, and the gig economy, projecting that 45% of job activities and 90% of news writing will soon be automated while traditional employment stagnates. The discussion highlights a looming 2030 skills crisis in manufacturing and demographic shifts that demand a transition from human labor to productivity-driven growth, raising urgent concerns about wage inequality and the vulnerability of low-skill roles. To address these disruptions, the group proposes policy frameworks ranging from guaranteed basic income and expanded tax credits to decoupling benefits from employment and investing heavily in digital literacy to prepare the workforce for future economic realities.
- Milken Institute59 min
What's Silicon Valley Got to Do With It?
Alec Ellison, Andrew Auerbach, Eric Drummond, Kate Mitchell, John Ruffalo, Eric Schmidt, Andrew Lovett
A panel consensus establishes that while Silicon Valley remains the global leader in technology clustering and venture capital, its unique managerial ecosystem is difficult to replicate, forcing other regions to leverage distinct local assets rather than attempting direct imitation. Success outside the Valley depends on aligning specific industry strengths—such as clean tech in Colorado, agtech in St. Louis, or software in Provo, Utah—with appropriate capital types and a culture that tolerates risk and embraces immigration. Looking ahead, the innovation center of gravity is shifting toward life sciences and regional verticals, with emerging hubs in the Rocky Mountains, New England, and Israel positioned to capitalize on these specialized sectors and evolving government tax policies.