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The Power of Capital to Drive Change

The world faces a host of daunting challenges, from the lingering pandemic to the effects of climate change. And yet, I can’t help but remain optimistic about the potential for science and innovation to solve some of our most pressing...
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Jean Hynes

CEO, Wellington Management
Power of Ideas

Prediction for Purpose: How Data Can Power Progress

We live in an insights economy fueled by powerful data. Business leaders and the companies they run have dedicated considerable time, resources, and talent to think through new ways of leveraging that data to power better decision-making...
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Peter Lee

Chairman of the Board, WorldQuant Predictive
Power of Ideas

The Case for Scalable Voluntary Carbon Markets

Increasing number of public- and private-sector organizations recognize the threat of climate change and are working to transition to a low-carbon economy. Collectively, commitments to reach net-zero carbon emissions currently cover over 80...
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Karen Fang

Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainable Finance, Bank of America
News Release

Milken Institute Asia Summit Brings Global Leaders Together in Singapore September 28-30

Singapore, August 17, 2022 – The Milken Institute will hold its ninth annual Asia Summit from September 28 – 30 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Singapore. The three-day Summit will host regional and global leaders representing more than 23...
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Yeen Chong

Associate Director, Milken Institute International
Yeen Chee Chong is an associate director for Milken Institute International. Based in Singapore, he oversees and manages strategic communications with a wide range of global and regional media publications and partners. Chong works closely with colleagues in both Asia and the United States on planning and implementing global public relations and social media campaigns.
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