Chairman David Rubenstein sat down with Vicki Hollub, President and CEO of Occidental, for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on the future of energy. Hollub shared insights on how the U.S. can lead in both traditional and emerging energy sectors, the evolving role of carbon capture and climate innovation, and what energy security looks like in a rapidly shifting global landscape.
Following the recently announced plans for a new Washington Commanders stadium, Mark Clouse, President of the Washington Commanders, was interviewed by Economic Club Board Officer, Lawrence Di Rita, Head of Global Public Policy & President, Greater Washington, D.C., Bank of America. They are discussed among other topics, the revitalization of the Washington Commanders’ brand through deepening community involvement, navigating the evolving business landscape of professional sports in the nati...
As President Trump’s tax policies begin to take shape and the details emerge, Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed The Honorable Jason Smith, Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means. They discussed, among other things, federal tax policy, international trade, and the broader economic direction of the United States.
Tom Barkin, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, spoke with Economic Club Board member Barbara Humpton, President and CEO, Siemens USA on the state of the economy. Barkin discussed the impact of tariffs on the 2025 economic outlook, current labor trends, and speculated on the current market volatility's impact on unemployment and inflation. During these uncertain times, he especially emphasized the role businesses play in providing input into their analysis, as well as his ...
David Cordani, Chairman and CEO of The Cigna Group, spoke with Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein the evolution of sustainable healthcare models, emphasizing the importance of value-based care over fee-for-service models Looking toward the future, Cordani stressed the need for a healthcare system that prioritizes affordability, accessibility, and efficiency. He highlighted policy and industry shifts that will enable better collaboration between insurers, providers, and technology companies ...
Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group spoke with Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein on the current state of the global economy, the challenges and opportunities in emerging markets, and strengthening economic resilience in the face of ongoing geopolitical and financial uncertainties.
Brian Moynihan, Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America spoke with Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein on the current state of the economy, markets, the health of the US consumer, and the global economic outlook for 2025. Moynihan also shared insights into his career journey at Bank of America and how technology is reshaping banking, and more.
David A. Ricks, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Eli Lilly and Company, spoke with Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein on the future of global health, advancements in medical innovation, and the current dynamics of the pharmaceutical landscape. During the interview, Ricks shared insights into his career journey at Lilly and discussed the company's ongoing efforts to address healthcare challenges such as improving patient outcomes through innovative solutions.
With Election Day quickly approaching, Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein hosted a conversation with top political analysts featuring: Nikole Killion, Congressional Correspondent, CBS News Kasie Hunt, Anchor & Chief National Affairs Analyst, CNN Ben Smith, Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Semafor Amy Walter, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief, The Cook Political Report Peter Baker, Chief White House Correspondent, The New York Times The panelists covered, among other things, the upcoming ...
The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. hosted a conversation Allison Barber, Ph.D., President and COO of the Indiana Fever, Indiana’s WNBA franchise, who was interviewed by Club Board Officer, Lawrence Di Rita, President, Greater Washington, D.C., Bank of America. Their conversation covered Dr. Barber’s role as an educator, communications strategist in the White House, and her current role in women's professional basketball. Under her leadership, the Indiana Fever recently made headlines by selec...
On September 19, The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. was honored to host The President of the United States Joseph R. Biden,. Jr., as he joined Chairman David Rubenstein at a luncheon event. President Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2021. President Biden represented Delaware for 36 years in the U.S. Senate before becoming the 47th Vice President of the United States.
As the election day quickly approaches, The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. hosted a discussion between #EconClubDC Chairman David Rubenstein and Admiral James Stavridis, USN (Ret.) on their upcoming books: The Highest Calling and 2054 . These two bestselling authors interviewed each other, sharing insights from their latest books and extensive experience in government, military, and business. They also discussed about the American presidency, world affairs, and the potential challenges of unc...
Yesterday, Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed The Honorable Jerome H. Powell, Chair of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. They discussed among other things, the current state of the U.S. and global economy, steps taken by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation, and economic indicators guiding the Federal Reserve toward continued economic recovery.
With a legacy spanning over 240 years, BNY has evolved into a global financial powerhouse that plays a crucial role in the world's financial system. Earlier this week, Robin Vince, President and CEO of BNY, discussed BNY's long and storied history with Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein and explored the future of finance and banking.
Garry Tan, President and CEO of Y Combinator, participated in a discussion with Economic Club Officer Teresa Carlson, Board Member of General Catalyst, on the culture of innovation and risk-taking in startups. In their conversation, Tan explained the success of their startup accelerator program as seen in their track record with around 5.5% of its accelerated startups achieving unicorn status.
Following General Electric's (GE) successful split into three public companies, Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman and CEO of GE Aerospace. Culp talked about the current state of technology innovation and sustainability in the aerospace industry. He also discussed his leadership journey leading to his role as CEO of GE Aerospace.
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed The Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, on the dynamic role of the Department in ensuring the security of the United States. Mayorkas examined the the Department's recent efforts to ensure the safe and secure development and deployment of AI technology, security of our critical infrastructure, border security and immigration enforcement, and the elevated threat environment.
Mr. Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Trade and Industry, The Republic of Singapore participated in a Global Executive Conversation with Economic Club Board Member Barbara Humpton, Chief Executive Officer of Siemens USA, about the economic relationship between the United States and Singapore. In their conversation, Mr. Gan Kim Yong discussed the future trajectory of the U.S.-Singapore economic and trade relationship, as well as the significance of the U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement.
From bringing the community together to fostering a sense of pride, the Baltimore Orioles’ impact cannot be overstated. Earlier this week, David Rubenstein, Club Chairman and Owner of the Baltimore Orioles, and Cal Ripken, Jr., Orioles Legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer, joined the Economic Club of Washington, D.C. to discuss the new frontier for the Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore.
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed The Honorable Jeffrey Zients, Chief of Staff to The President of the United States, on the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors in government. Zients explored the priorities of the Biden-Harris administration, examined current national and global issues, and provided insight into his leadership approach in overseeing the implementation of the administration’s priorities.
Chair of The Economic Club’s Global Initiative Barbara Humpton, President and CEO of Siemens USA, interviewed Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). She highlighted the LPGA's efforts to make golf a more diverse, accessible, and inclusive sport and the significance of the Solheim Cup. Mollie Marcoux Samaan discussed the important role of the LPGA in supporting women in golf by providing them with opportunities to participate in various competition...
Marc Rowan, Co-Founder and CEO of Apollo Global Management, Inc. spoke with David Rubenstien on the the current economic landscape, the evolution of finance, and the role of private credit. Marc Rowan talked about his early beginnings at University of Pennsylvania to his rise as a financial titan when he co-founded Apollo Global Management, a global alternative asset manager and retirement services business serving institutional and individual investors with over $630 billion in assets under man...
The Honorable Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland, and The Honorable Spencer J. Cox, Governor of Utah, spoke with Judy Woodruff, Senior Correspondent (formerly Anchor and Managing Editor) of PBS NewsHour, on the state of bipartisanship in America. As the United States embarks on the 2024 Presidential election cycle, Governors Moore and Cox explored the themes of diminishing community and connection in America, the challenges of navigating political dysfunction as Governors, and potential pathways to...
Enrique Lores, President and CEO of HP Inc., sat down with David Rubenstein to discuss the current technology landscape. From discussing his career journey to diving into the innovative development process at HP, Enrique Lores provided insights into what technology manufactures like HP are facing, such as supply chain disruptions, artificial intelligence, immersive technology, developing workforce talent, and more.
Economic Club Board member Jodie McLean interviewed Tom Barkin, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond on the current state of the U.S. economy. Tom Barkin discussed about the cross-collaborative approach in the Federal Reserve on creating monetary policy. He emphasized the role businesses play in providing input into their analysis, as well as his direct involvement in gathering feedback from local businesses in his region to understand economic trends and challenges they fac...
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed Sheila Johnson, Author of "Walk Through Fire" and Founder and CEO of the Salamander Collection - a leading hospitality organization. "Walk Through Fire" is a uniquely American success story. From humble beginnings, Sheila Johnson rose to become one of the most accomplished businesswomen in America and the first African American female billionaire. She co-founded Black Entertainment Television and is the only African American woman to have owner...
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed the Chair and CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra, covering the transformation of the automotive industry to an all-electric future, the path to autonomous vehicles, and the recent negotiations with GM’s workforce against the backdrop of evolving macroeconomic trends and global competition.
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed the CEO of Bayer AG, Bill Anderson, covering Bayer’s innovations in healthcare and agriculture, his plans for revitalizing the company, and the state of the global economy, among other things.
Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed The Honorable Glenn Youngkin, Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, covering the Governor's top policy priorities including the recent passage of a bipartisan budget, the upcoming 2023 Virginia election, and whether or not he will run for president, just to name a few.
Just one week after the publication of his latest book, Elon Musk, Economic Club Chairman David Rubenstein interviewed Walter Isaacson on this new, revealing biography. For two years, Isaacson shadowed Musk, attended his meetings, walked his factories with him, and spent hours interviewing him, his family, friends, coworkers, and adversaries, resulting in the astonishingly intimate story of one of the most fascinating and controversial innovators of our era.
