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What Gives You Hope in 2021: Tony Ressler
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“We hope the private sector can lead by example, as Ares has committed to do, in fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces—it’s good business and the right thing.”
—Tony Ressler (Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Ares Management Corporation)
In this special quotes series edition of the Power of Ideas, thought leaders across industries reflect on the past several months and look to the future as they respond to the question: What are you hopeful for in 2021?
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