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Global Conference 2025

Part 2: Strengthening Pathways to Capital: The Business Case for Inclusive Growth

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As global financial systems undergo rapid transformation, policymakers, asset owners, and investors play a critical role in building a more inclusive and resilient economy through their role in guiding capital flows. The complexity of financial markets, the rising cost of housing and basic goods, and the difficulties small businesses face when trying to access to capital underscore the urgent need for the public and private sectors to work together to achieve shared economic objectives. This session will explore how capital allocation strategies, regulatory frameworks, and public-private collaboration can drive sustainable growth while balancing risk and opportunity. Industry leaders will discuss innovative approaches to broadening capital access, fostering economic resilience, and aligning financial strategies with evolving market dynamics. Attendees will gain insights into how these institutions shape their strategies for collaboration and work across sectors to promote inclusive growth while achieving compelling financial results. 

    Moderator

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    Troy Duffie

    Director, Financial Markets, Milken Institute Finance

    Speakers

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    Wally Adeyemo

    15th US Deputy Secretary, US Department of the Treasury
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    David Hall

    Managing Partner, Rise of the Rest Seed Funds, Revolution
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    Cassandra Lichnock

    CEO, California State Teachers' Retirement System
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    Linnea Roberts

    Founder and CEO, GingerBread Capital
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    Jim Shelton

    CEO, Blue Meridian Partners