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The Keynote by CNBC Events

Get a front row seat at CNBC’s events and hear directly from the visionary executives, innovators, leaders and influencers taking the stage at CNBC’s live events series, including Evolve, work, and more. Hear the best sound from the fireside chats, keynote talks, and panels, with added, behind-the-scenes commentary from the moderators and interviewers who were on stage at the event, and other CNBC beat reporters close to the action.
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Episodes

The Road Ahead for Peloton with Tom Cortese

Peloton Co-founder and Chief Product Officer Tom Cortese on disrupting the exercise industry, building brand loyalty, and Peloton’s consumer-centric approach to innovation.

Nov 25, 202120 min

The Alpha Maverick Chamath Palihapitiya

Chamath Palihapitiya, Social Capital founder & CEO, on Inflation in the U.S., why he’s not investing in China right now, and the “revolution in the capital markets.”

Nov 18, 202130 min

The Bet on Tech with Orlando Bravo

Orlando Bravo, co - founder of private equity firm Thoma Bravo, on investing opportunities in tech, the future of cryptocurrency, and why now is the best time to invest in enterprise software.

Nov 11, 202127 min

A Change in the Ethos of Business with TPG’s Jim Coulter

TPG Co-Founder and Chairman Jim Coulter on his investment firm’s focus on impact investing, and why he’s putting his money behind companies focused on innovation, sustainability, and changing the social landscape.

Oct 21, 202122 min

The New Workforce: What Do They Want?

Temple University President Jason Wingard and Business Roundtable Executive Vice President Kristen Silverberg on the skills that will carry workers and employers into the new American labor force, partnerships between academia and business, and how organizations can create the positions that younger workers want to fill.

Oct 14, 202124 min

Chewy’s Growing Pawprint on the E-commerce Pet Market

In the quickly-growing pet goods market, Chewy is the big dog, offering food, supplies and health services, with a focus on convenience. With 20 million active customers, CEO Sumit Singh shares his insight on Chewy’s growth, building brand loyalty, and the possibility of expanding beyond pet care.

Sep 30, 202116 min

Navigating a Changing Retail Landscape with Kohl’s CEO Michelle Gass

With 65 million shoppers and $4 billion in sales last year, Kohl’s is constantly adapting to the demands of the retail consumer. CEO Michelle Gass on partnering with nationally-known brands, revitalizing the in-person retail experience, and an increased focus on health and wellness products.

Sep 16, 202121 min

Managing Successful Business Relationships with Kevin O’Leary

Strong relationships are the foundation on which successful businesses are built. But what happens when they go awry? Kevin O’Leary, host of CNBC’s “Money Court,” on managing successful business partnerships, and navigating complicated relationships.

Sep 09, 202118 min

The Winding Road for Small Businesses with NFIB’s Holly Wade

Small business owners are battling inflation, labor shortages, and supply chain slowdowns. The National Federation of Independent Business’s Executive Director of Research, Holly Wade, talks small business trends, owner optimism, and shares her outlook for the second half of 2021 and beyond.

Sep 02, 202111 min

The Way Forward with will.i.am

Artist, philanthropist and entrepreneur will.i.am shares the inspiration behind his new business venture, and the secret to moving forward, even during a pandemic.

Aug 12, 20219 min

Curiosity-Driven Science with Dr. Jennifer Doudna

Dr. Jennifer Doudna, 2020 Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, on the genome editing technology known as CRISPR. Dr. Doudna details the various applications of CRISPR technology and the innovations that she hopes will make it a successful and affordable treatment for disease.

Jul 29, 202113 min

Transforming Health Care with David Ricks

Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks on his company’s innovative approaches to treating Alzheimer’s, developing and delivering Covid-19 therapies, and bringing his workforce back into the office.

Jul 22, 202121 min

UPS CEO Carol Tomé: Delivering What Matters

Carol Tomé didn’t plan to come out of retirement to lead UPS through a pandemic, but that is exactly what happened. She details how the pandemic presented opportunities to improve the business, meet increased customer demand, and deliver exponential growth for shareholders.

Jul 15, 202116 min

Adidas Strides to Sustainability with CEO Kasper Rorsted

Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted on the innovative technologies and manufacturing techniques leading his company’s sustainability effort. Adidas says nine out of ten products will be sustainable by 2025. Rorsted shares insights on leading a global company in a heated geopolitical climate, and addressing social issues and diversity challenges with transparency.

Jul 08, 202116 min

McDonald’s Menu for Growth

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski on meeting Covid challenges by supporting franchisees, embracing a core menu, and simplifying choices for customers.

Jul 01, 202117 min

The Journey to Diversity with Ursula Burns and Darren Walker

Former Xerox Chair and CEO Ursula Burns and Ford Foundation President Darren Walker on the tough conversations that make companies stronger, more resilient, and future-ready. As board directors of companies including Uber, Exxon and Square, they are working to change corporate culture from the top down.

Jun 29, 202122 min

Equalizing Health Care with Elaine Batchlor

The fight against Covid-19 in underserved south Los Angeles is not an easy task. Dr. Elaine Batchlor, MLK Community Hospital’s CEO talks structural racism in health care, the push towards preventive care, public policy and the best way to establish partnerships with public and private philanthropies.

Jun 14, 202115 min

The Acceleration of Business with Robert Herjavec

“Shark Tank” investor Robert Herjavec on how uncertainty can accelerate the decision-making process in business, attracting talent in a tight labor market and how to move your business forward in a post-Covid world.

Jun 10, 202116 min

Living Your Most Optimistic Life with Life is Good’s Bert Jacobs

Life is Good CEO (Chief Executive Optimist) Bert Jacobs on building a community based on ‘rational optimism’ and how simplicity can be a superpower in business. Plus, the importance of adaptability, consumer-centric brand relationships, and operational changes that will help your business evolve.

Jun 03, 202116 min
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