Michael Milken

Michael Milken, a legendary financier and philanthropist, transformed the high-yield bond market, fueling private equity's growth. He reflects on his career's impact and the importance of mentorship in investment leadership. Milken shares insights on nurturing curiosity in finance, advocating for democratizing capital access, and illustrates the critical role of human capital in achieving business success. He also opens up about his personal battle with cancer and his commitment to cancer research, emphasizing early intervention and the importance of education in societal progress.

Michael Milken, a legendary financier and philanthropist known for pioneering the high-yield bond market, shares his insights on democratizing access to capital. He reflects on his childhood curiosity that shaped his career and discusses the importance of human capital in finance. Milken emphasizes the intersection of investment strategies with societal impacts, highlighting his philanthropic efforts in education and cancer research. He explores future trends in private equity and health investments, underlining technology's role in improving outcomes.

Acclaimed philanthropist, Michael Milken, discusses financial inclusion, reducing industry friction, challenges of limited capital access, dispelling myths, importance of education and healthcare, and driving technology adoption with Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire. Topics include eliminating middlemen, demographic surprises, fostering trust, and access and inclusion.