Podcast appearances and mentions of Ariel Investments

Today, we're joined by powerhouse financial executive and author Mellody Hobson for an eye-opening conversation about how we teach — and often don't teach — our kids about money. As co-CEO of Ariel Investments and author of Priceless Facts About Money, Mellody believes that the path to financial literacy starts with our youngest learners. Together, Jean and Mellody explore:

In this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly talk with Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and president of Ariel Investments, about her firm’s newly launched fund, “Project Level,” devoted to investing in women’s sports. In this conversation, which was taped in front of an audience at Bloomberg’s Invest conference, Hobson tells the hosts why she decided to personally invest in the Chicago White Sox and the Denver Broncos, how F1 racer Lewis Hamilton taught her to speak more positively to herself and what she learned from a specific seat at the table of the Starbucks Board of Directors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Marangi (Co-CIO of Value, Gabelli) moderates a discussion with legendary value investors Mario Gabelli (CIO, Gabelli Funds) and John Rogers (Co-CEO and CIO, Ariel Investments).To learn more about Gabelli Funds' fundamental, research-driven approach to investing, visit https://m.gabelli.com/gtv_cu or email invest@gabelli.com.Connect with Gabelli Funds:• X - https://X.com/InvestGabelli• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/investgabelli/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InvestGabelli • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/investgabelli/ http://www.Gabelli.com Invest with Us 1-800-GABELLI (800-422-3554)

The major averages posted their best weeks in over a year, despite some major down days, after Wednesday's historic rally. Bob Elliott of Unlimited and Charlie Bobrinskoy of Ariel Investments discuss the day's equity action and investor positioning. Our Leslie Picker reports on developments in the banking sector. Krishna Guha of Evercore ISI joins to break down the Fed outlook, recession odds, and how tariffs and recent data are factoring into macro policy expectations. Angelo Zino of CFRA shares his view on Apple—and why he just raised his odds that the company gets a tariffs exemption. Bill Perkins of Skylar Capital weighs in on the latest moves in the energy complex. Our Diana Olick explains how China's involvement in U.S. mortgage-backed securities could ripple through housing markets. 

Our guest on the podcast today is Mellody Hobson. She's the author of a new book for children called Priceless Facts About Money. In addition, she's co-CEO of Ariel Investments, where she is responsible for management, strategic planning, and growth for all areas of Ariel outside of research and portfolio management. Additionally, she serves as chairman of the board of trustees of Ariel Investment Trust, the company's publicly traded mutual funds. Prior to being named co-CEO, spent nearly two decades as the firm's president. Outside of Ariel, Mellody has been active on corporate boards, including Starbucks, JPMorgan Chase, Estee Lauder, and DreamWorks Animation.BackgroundAriel InvestmentsBioAriel Community AcademyGratitude and Appreciation to Mellody Hobson, Starbucks“Just one Chicagoan made list of the 100 most powerful people in business,” by Jack Grieve, Crain's Chicago Business, Nov. 12, 2024“Why Sheryl Sandberg, Bill Bradley, and Oprah Love Mellody Hobson,” by Bethany McLean, Vanity Fair, March 30, 2015Book and MorePriceless Facts About Money“Mellody Hobson: ‘Most parents would rather talk about a condom than a credit card' ” by Madison Darbyshire, Financial Times, Dec. 10, 2024Oprah's Favorite Things 2024 List Is Here!“What Parents Get Wrong About Money and Their Kids” | The Oprah Podcast, Jan. 28, 2025Investing Discussions“Ariel Investments Starts New Fund to Tap Into Women's Sports,” by Miranda Davis, Bloomberg, Jan. 30, 2025“Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO & President, Ariel Investments,” The Economic Club of Chicago, Dec. 18, 2024.“Market Lessons from a Legendary Career of Doing Well by Doing Good,” 2024 Prime Quadrant Conference | Moderated by Mo Lidsky, Dec. 11, 2024“Solving the World's Hardest Problems with Mellody Hobson: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap,” Center for Strategic & International Studies, Aug. 28, 2024“Mellody Hobson on Taking Tough Feedback,” Ted Talk, June 15, 2021.“A Conversation with Mellody Hobson & Melonie Parker,” Catalyst Awards 2024, March 21, 2024.

Jason Wright has ended his tenure leading the NFL Washington Commanders and has joined Ariel Investments co-CEO Mellody Hobson in a women's sports investing venture. The venture, Project Level, is a part owner in the newest National Women's Soccer League franchise in Denver. The two leaders discuss investing in women's sports and betting on diversity in boardrooms to boost corporate bottom lines. Plus, President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services appeared on Capitol Hill for two intense days of confirmation hearings. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. answered Senator questions about Medicare, Medicaid, and vaccinations, but former FDA Commissioner and Pfizer board member Dr. Scott Gottlieb said RFK's responses showed a failure to fully grasp the fundamentals of the current healthcare system. Plus, the clock is ticking on President Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico. CNBC's Steve Liesman breaks down the economics of the plans.  Steve Liesman - 06:25Dr. Scott Gottlieb - 15:46Mellody Hobson & Jason Wright - 26:55

Allstate is selling its group health business to Nationwide in a $1.25 billion cash deal. Crain's insurance reporter Mark Weinraub talks about the deal, and Allstate's recent rate increase, with host Amy Guth.Plus: Google searching for tenants at revamped Thompson Center, Walgreens suspends quarterly dividend, CommonSpirit to expand DEI programs despite federal pushback and Ariel Investments launches fund focused on women's sports.

Emma Grede is the co-founder of the Kardashian brands Good American and Safely, a founding partner of Skims, and chair of the 15 Percent Pledge. In this conversation, recorded live on stage at the Masters of Scale Summit in October of 2024, Grede shares entrepreneurial lessons with Angela Ahrendts (former SVP at Apple). Later in the episode, it's Ahrendts' 2024 Summit chat with Mellody Hobson, president of Ariel Investments and former chair of DreamWorks. Hobson explains why she believes DEI efforts are worth fighting for and the importance of financial literacy.Read a transcript of this episode: https://mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Introducing What Parents Get Wrong About Money and Their Kids | The Oprah Podcast from The Oprah Podcast.Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOK! "Priceless Facts about Money" by Mellody Hobson, published by CANDLEWICK | PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE, is available wherever books and audio books are sold.  In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, financial expert and Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, ‪Mellody Hobson, offers practical advice to simplify financial conversations for families. Mellody shares details about struggling with money as a child, lessons she's taught her daughter and fascinating historical facts about money from her New York Times best-selling children's book, "Priceless Facts About Money."People from around the country join via Zoom to ask Mellody how to address financial questions and situations with their children. Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahListen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

Fed Governor Adriana Kugler joins to discuss the central bank's outlook for 2025 and the data she is watching most closely. Jefferies' David Zervos gives his reaction to the interview and what was most important for investors. Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy highlights value stock opportunities for the year ahead, and Morgan Brennan gives a eulogy to the US Steel deal and a look at Shield AI's big 2024. Plus, Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry weighs in on the evolving cybersecurity landscape amid rising threats, including the recent China hack of US Treasury.

John W. Rogers, Jr. is the Co-CEO of Ariel Investments, the global value-based asset management firm he founded in 1983 and first African American-owned asset management firm in American history. Chanda sat down with John to talk about moving away from supplier diversity and into business diversity, along with the importance of creating multigenerational wealth for Black and Brown communities. https://www.arielinvestments.com/ www.conversationswithchanda.com IG @chandasbaker & @conversationswithchanda Twitter/X: @chandasbaker

Stocks closed at session highs after surging in the final hour of trade. A panel featuring Charlie Bobrinskoy of Ariel Investments and Kevin Mahn of Hennion & Walsh kicks off the show with market insights. Key guests include former Ford CEO Mark Fields on what Honda and Nissan's potential deal means for the auto industry, RBC's Gerard Cassidy on the banking sector, and former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz on airlines' 2025 trajectory. Emerging markets under a potential Trump 2.0 presidency are analyzed with PIMCO's Pramol Dhawan, while Pippa Stevens explores the uncertain future of energy stocks and potential pivots to gas-weighted producers. Julia Boorstin dives into the transformative role of AI in holiday shopping, highlighting innovations from Sierra AI, Perplexity AI, and tech giants Google and Amazon. 

Today's show features a market panel with Charlie Bobrinskoy of Ariel Investments and James Demmert of Main Street Research, offering insights on current trends. Warren Pies of 3Fourteen Research shares predictions for 2025 while reflecting on 2024's key market hits and misses. Ron Shaich, Panera Founder and Cava Board Chair, discusses the restaurant industry and consumer trends.. Charles Schwab's Joe Mazzola unpacks findings from the latest STAX report and market implications for what retail traders are doing. Plus, an exclusive inside look at TSMC's advanced chip factory in Arizona, showcasing groundbreaking developments in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing.

Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist at LPL Financial expects the stock market's return levels to "return to normal," which means slower growth but not anything that ends the bull market as it rolls through its third year. Turnquist does think the short-term action has put the bulls on trial, forcing them to prove that the market can go higher without some sort of interim downturn. Turnquist thinks the market could take a setback to its Halloween lows, but that action would be an opportunity to buy the dip. Charlie Bobrinskoy, vice chairman and portfolio manager at Ariel Investments, brings his classic, Warren Buffett-style of value investing to the Market Call, and Chuck talks about how the car dealer who sold his step-daughter the car that exacerbated her ear problems resolved the issue over this weekend, and the valuable — and pricey — lessons he and his step-daughter took away from the process.

A $1billion new museum which is the vision of film director, George Lucas, is providing A New Hope for FP&A.  Michael M. Landman-Karny, Interim Controller at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art , reveals the finance context at the Los Angeles project set to open in 2026 (and how he got the job).  Landman-Karny says: “George Lucas has a vision for the museum. It's really centering the power of storytelling through visual media." But Melody Hobsonthe museum's co-founder [co-chief executive officer of the asset management firm Ariel Investments] and wife of George Lucas “is very hands-on” says Landman-Karny. He explains: “Melody's view of FP&A has really characterized the ability to provide strategic insights that drive decision-making beyond traditional financial reporting and budgeting. She's a big believer in data analytics, a believer in leveraging real-time information to forecast trends and value creation, and corporate type FP&A and even Wall Street type forecasting within nonprofits. “Melanie's a big believer in automation and technology, streamlined processing, enabling faster, more accurate reporting.” Beyond the galaxy of the museum, Michael talks about his FP&A career including Experian, in aerospace, and the worst budgeting experience of his career In this episode: The financial vision of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Nonprofit vs corporate FP&A My worst budget experience (aka doing it from scratch) at Davidson Associates  My opportunities and challenges at Experian FP&A including a 75-page book analysis and 60-hour weeks 23 acquisitions in 12 years and financial integrations and what they taught me My experience of aerospace and FP&A and how they focus on the wrong things (book profits at the cost of cash flow) Being a critic at rhttps://stageandcinema.com/ and meeting Judy Dench, Barbara Streisand, and Liza Minnelli Further Reading from Michael M. Landman-Karny: Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) for the Aerospace and Defense Industries: A comprehensive guide to best practices From Legacy to Leadership: Upgrading Accounting and FP&A in Acquired Entities Comparing and Contrasting Popular FP&A Tools Follow Michael M. Landman-Karny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/interimcontroller/

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier. Founded the BOSS Network is an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and event-based networking. The mission of the BOSS Network, which stands for "Bringing Out Successful Sisters," is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives during its yearlong celebration, highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network is changing how enterprising women are viewed among the masses and becoming a resource for companies seeking female minority influencers as their target market.  Through initiatives, it has supported the careers and small business developments of more than 200,000 women of color nationwide. One of them is BOSS Business University, a digital platform that provides comprehensive mentorship programming through industry business experts. How Has The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives that took place during its yearlong celebration highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact Fund”:The single greatest barrier to success for new businesses and startups is access to capital, and minorities make up less than 1% of founders that get investment.The BOSS Network and Sage (via the Sage Foundation)—the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), are partnering together to remove that barrier with the return of the BOSS Impact Fund and its three-year, $1.5 million commitment to support the Fund with the “Invest in Progress” grant investing in Black women led businesses.In 2022, the BOSS Network announced the launch of its BOSS Impact Fund, which focuses on investing in Black women led businesses and preparing these entrepreneurs to build scalable, growth aggressive companies. Its goal is to raise investment funding for Black women entrepreneurs over a three year period.Through the “Invest in Progress” Grant Program, 25 Black women entrepreneurs had the opportunity to receive a capital investment of $10,000 toward successfully starting and growing their business in addition to an entrepreneurial mentor program in support of Black women-owned small businesses.The “Invest in Progress” Grant has also provided coaching, curriculum, and connections while removing capital barriers to help this group achieve success.For more information, please visit: BOSSImpactFund.com. Pathways to Success:In addition, The BOSS Network partnered with both Sage and Swoop, a global fintech company specializing in funding solutions for businesses, on the launch of “Pathways to Success”–a new training and mentorship program designed to support Black women entrepreneurs in Atlanta. The Pathways to Success training and mentor program, developed and delivered through Sage Foundation, equipped 150 Atlanta-based Black women entrepreneurs with a structured series of training and roundtables, providing tactical advice to address and overcome financial and capital-raising challenges. The program was developed as a direct result of Sage, The BOSS Network and Swoop's report titled “Voices of Strength: Pathways to Success for Black Women Founders” launched in September 2023. The report identified the most prominent challenges Black women founders in Atlanta face, including a lack of access to funding through grants and government resources, mentorship, and the ability to digitally scale their businesses for growth. Participants will receive one year of training access and a three-year membership to The BOSS Network. The BOSS Network Donating $250,000 to Divine Nine Sororities and the Chicago Urban League: Earlier this year, The BOSS Network announced awarding $50,000 each in grants and scholarships ($250,000 in total) to the Divine Nine sororities—including Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated—the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated, and the Chicago Urban League. Four women from each organization received a $10,000 grant from the BOSS Impact Fund and a scholarship to BOSS Business University (valued at $2,500).This investment exemplifies The BOSS Network's longstanding legacy of supporting Black women in the arenas of business and community.The Ladies That Lead Conference: This celebrated annual event honors extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to their fields. Past honorees include the Divine Nine Sorority Presidents, Michelle Williams, Tina Knowles, Beverly Johnson, and other luminaries.   “Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color.  Speaker, investor, and award-winning entrepreneur - these are just a few words that describe Dr. Cameka Smith, Founder of The BOSS Network, a community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through conversation, online engagement, and event-based networking. Working towards one simple goal, BOSS® is “Bringing Out Successful Sisters” to promote and encourage the small business spirit and professional development of women. Under Dr. Smith's leadership, The BOSS Network has become one of the fastest-growing women communities, garnering several accolades such as a Top 50 Website for Entrepreneurs (Inc. Magazine), 10 Best Career Sites for Women (Forbes.com) and a top Twitter Account to Enhance Your College Experience (BlackEnterprise.com). In recognition of her achievements, Dr. Smith was listed in Ebony Magazine as a 40 under 40 Entrepreneur, named one of the Top 40 Chicago Game Changers by Ariel Investments, The Network Journal listed her one of their, 40 under 40 Business Leaders, and she was presented with a Brand Star award by Adweek. With a Doctor of Philosophy degree, Dr. Smith developed student academic programs for more than ten years. After being displaced from her job in 2009, she established The BOSS Network to support women in their journey to become independent and successful by utilizing the power of networking and technology. Since then, The BOSS Network has evolved into a go-to resource for companies seeking Black women as their target market. A one-stop-shop for career and entrepreneurial-minded women, The BOSS Network provides its members and partners with professional connections, resources, and marketing and promotional opportunities. As the author of "7 Steps to Grow Your Professional Network," Dr. Smith frequently travels to college campuses with her non-profit, BOSS On Campus, and speaks on career development and leadership topics. She currently resides in Chicago, where she is actively involved in charity work and mentoring youth. In 2022, Dr. Smith launched the BOSS Impact Fund and invested in 35 Black women-owned businesses. JPMorgan Chase honored Dr. Smith during Juneteenth with a leadership award for her work uplifting entrepreneurs in the Black community. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier. Founded the BOSS Network is an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and event-based networking. The mission of the BOSS Network, which stands for "Bringing Out Successful Sisters," is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives during its yearlong celebration, highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network is changing how enterprising women are viewed among the masses and becoming a resource for companies seeking female minority influencers as their target market.  Through initiatives, it has supported the careers and small business developments of more than 200,000 women of color nationwide. One of them is BOSS Business University, a digital platform that provides comprehensive mentorship programming through industry business experts. How Has The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives that took place during its yearlong celebration highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact Fund”:The single greatest barrier to success for new businesses and startups is access to capital, and minorities make up less than 1% of founders that get investment.The BOSS Network and Sage (via the Sage Foundation)—the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), are partnering together to remove that barrier with the return of the BOSS Impact Fund and its three-year, $1.5 million commitment to support the Fund with the “Invest in Progress” grant investing in Black women led businesses.In 2022, the BOSS Network announced the launch of its BOSS Impact Fund, which focuses on investing in Black women led businesses and preparing these entrepreneurs to build scalable, growth aggressive companies. Its goal is to raise investment funding for Black women entrepreneurs over a three year period.Through the “Invest in Progress” Grant Program, 25 Black women entrepreneurs had the opportunity to receive a capital investment of $10,000 toward successfully starting and growing their business in addition to an entrepreneurial mentor program in support of Black women-owned small businesses.The “Invest in Progress” Grant has also provided coaching, curriculum, and connections while removing capital barriers to help this group achieve success.For more information, please visit: BOSSImpactFund.com. Pathways to Success:In addition, The BOSS Network partnered with both Sage and Swoop, a global fintech company specializing in funding solutions for businesses, on the launch of “Pathways to Success”–a new training and mentorship program designed to support Black women entrepreneurs in Atlanta. The Pathways to Success training and mentor program, developed and delivered through Sage Foundation, equipped 150 Atlanta-based Black women entrepreneurs with a structured series of training and roundtables, providing tactical advice to address and overcome financial and capital-raising challenges. The program was developed as a direct result of Sage, The BOSS Network and Swoop's report titled “Voices of Strength: Pathways to Success for Black Women Founders” launched in September 2023. The report identified the most prominent challenges Black women founders in Atlanta face, including a lack of access to funding through grants and government resources, mentorship, and the ability to digitally scale their businesses for growth. Participants will receive one year of training access and a three-year membership to The BOSS Network. The BOSS Network Donating $250,000 to Divine Nine Sororities and the Chicago Urban League: Earlier this year, The BOSS Network announced awarding $50,000 each in grants and scholarships ($250,000 in total) to the Divine Nine sororities—including Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated—the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated, and the Chicago Urban League. Four women from each organization received a $10,000 grant from the BOSS Impact Fund and a scholarship to BOSS Business University (valued at $2,500).This investment exemplifies The BOSS Network's longstanding legacy of supporting Black women in the arenas of business and community.The Ladies That Lead Conference: This celebrated annual event honors extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to their fields. Past honorees include the Divine Nine Sorority Presidents, Michelle Williams, Tina Knowles, Beverly Johnson, and other luminaries.   “Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color.  Speaker, investor, and award-winning entrepreneur - these are just a few words that describe Dr. Cameka Smith, Founder of The BOSS Network, a community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through conversation, online engagement, and event-based networking. Working towards one simple goal, BOSS® is “Bringing Out Successful Sisters” to promote and encourage the small business spirit and professional development of women. Under Dr. Smith's leadership, The BOSS Network has become one of the fastest-growing women communities, garnering several accolades such as a Top 50 Website for Entrepreneurs (Inc. Magazine), 10 Best Career Sites for Women (Forbes.com) and a top Twitter Account to Enhance Your College Experience (BlackEnterprise.com). In recognition of her achievements, Dr. Smith was listed in Ebony Magazine as a 40 under 40 Entrepreneur, named one of the Top 40 Chicago Game Changers by Ariel Investments, The Network Journal listed her one of their, 40 under 40 Business Leaders, and she was presented with a Brand Star award by Adweek. With a Doctor of Philosophy degree, Dr. Smith developed student academic programs for more than ten years. After being displaced from her job in 2009, she established The BOSS Network to support women in their journey to become independent and successful by utilizing the power of networking and technology. Since then, The BOSS Network has evolved into a go-to resource for companies seeking Black women as their target market. A one-stop-shop for career and entrepreneurial-minded women, The BOSS Network provides its members and partners with professional connections, resources, and marketing and promotional opportunities. As the author of "7 Steps to Grow Your Professional Network," Dr. Smith frequently travels to college campuses with her non-profit, BOSS On Campus, and speaks on career development and leadership topics. She currently resides in Chicago, where she is actively involved in charity work and mentoring youth. In 2022, Dr. Smith launched the BOSS Impact Fund and invested in 35 Black women-owned businesses. JPMorgan Chase honored Dr. Smith during Juneteenth with a leadership award for her work uplifting entrepreneurs in the Black community. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier. Founded the BOSS Network is an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and event-based networking. The mission of the BOSS Network, which stands for "Bringing Out Successful Sisters," is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color. The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives during its yearlong celebration, highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network is changing how enterprising women are viewed among the masses and becoming a resource for companies seeking female minority influencers as their target market.  Through initiatives, it has supported the careers and small business developments of more than 200,000 women of color nationwide. One of them is BOSS Business University, a digital platform that provides comprehensive mentorship programming through industry business experts. How Has The BOSS Network Celebrated Its Milestone 15th Anniversary?: This year, The BOSS Network announced two exciting initiatives that took place during its yearlong celebration highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year.“Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact Fund”:The single greatest barrier to success for new businesses and startups is access to capital, and minorities make up less than 1% of founders that get investment.The BOSS Network and Sage (via the Sage Foundation)—the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), are partnering together to remove that barrier with the return of the BOSS Impact Fund and its three-year, $1.5 million commitment to support the Fund with the “Invest in Progress” grant investing in Black women led businesses.In 2022, the BOSS Network announced the launch of its BOSS Impact Fund, which focuses on investing in Black women led businesses and preparing these entrepreneurs to build scalable, growth aggressive companies. Its goal is to raise investment funding for Black women entrepreneurs over a three year period.Through the “Invest in Progress” Grant Program, 25 Black women entrepreneurs had the opportunity to receive a capital investment of $10,000 toward successfully starting and growing their business in addition to an entrepreneurial mentor program in support of Black women-owned small businesses.The “Invest in Progress” Grant has also provided coaching, curriculum, and connections while removing capital barriers to help this group achieve success.For more information, please visit: BOSSImpactFund.com. Pathways to Success:In addition, The BOSS Network partnered with both Sage and Swoop, a global fintech company specializing in funding solutions for businesses, on the launch of “Pathways to Success”–a new training and mentorship program designed to support Black women entrepreneurs in Atlanta. The Pathways to Success training and mentor program, developed and delivered through Sage Foundation, equipped 150 Atlanta-based Black women entrepreneurs with a structured series of training and roundtables, providing tactical advice to address and overcome financial and capital-raising challenges. The program was developed as a direct result of Sage, The BOSS Network and Swoop's report titled “Voices of Strength: Pathways to Success for Black Women Founders” launched in September 2023. The report identified the most prominent challenges Black women founders in Atlanta face, including a lack of access to funding through grants and government resources, mentorship, and the ability to digitally scale their businesses for growth. Participants will receive one year of training access and a three-year membership to The BOSS Network. The BOSS Network Donating $250,000 to Divine Nine Sororities and the Chicago Urban League: Earlier this year, The BOSS Network announced awarding $50,000 each in grants and scholarships ($250,000 in total) to the Divine Nine sororities—including Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated—the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated, and the Chicago Urban League. Four women from each organization received a $10,000 grant from the BOSS Impact Fund and a scholarship to BOSS Business University (valued at $2,500).This investment exemplifies The BOSS Network's longstanding legacy of supporting Black women in the arenas of business and community.The Ladies That Lead Conference: This celebrated annual event honors extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to their fields. Past honorees include the Divine Nine Sorority Presidents, Michelle Williams, Tina Knowles, Beverly Johnson, and other luminaries.   “Invest in Progress” Grant and “The BOSS Impact FundThe BOSS Network has had a long-standing commitment to women entrepreneurs. The mission of The BOSS Network is to promote and encourage the small business spirit and career development of women of color.  Speaker, investor, and award-winning entrepreneur - these are just a few words that describe Dr. Cameka Smith, Founder of The BOSS Network, a community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through conversation, online engagement, and event-based networking. Working towards one simple goal, BOSS® is “Bringing Out Successful Sisters” to promote and encourage the small business spirit and professional development of women. Under Dr. Smith's leadership, The BOSS Network has become one of the fastest-growing women communities, garnering several accolades such as a Top 50 Website for Entrepreneurs (Inc. Magazine), 10 Best Career Sites for Women (Forbes.com) and a top Twitter Account to Enhance Your College Experience (BlackEnterprise.com). In recognition of her achievements, Dr. Smith was listed in Ebony Magazine as a 40 under 40 Entrepreneur, named one of the Top 40 Chicago Game Changers by Ariel Investments, The Network Journal listed her one of their, 40 under 40 Business Leaders, and she was presented with a Brand Star award by Adweek. With a Doctor of Philosophy degree, Dr. Smith developed student academic programs for more than ten years. After being displaced from her job in 2009, she established The BOSS Network to support women in their journey to become independent and successful by utilizing the power of networking and technology. Since then, The BOSS Network has evolved into a go-to resource for companies seeking Black women as their target market. A one-stop-shop for career and entrepreneurial-minded women, The BOSS Network provides its members and partners with professional connections, resources, and marketing and promotional opportunities. As the author of "7 Steps to Grow Your Professional Network," Dr. Smith frequently travels to college campuses with her non-profit, BOSS On Campus, and speaks on career development and leadership topics. She currently resides in Chicago, where she is actively involved in charity work and mentoring youth. In 2022, Dr. Smith launched the BOSS Impact Fund and invested in 35 Black women-owned businesses. JPMorgan Chase honored Dr. Smith during Juneteenth with a leadership award for her work uplifting entrepreneurs in the Black community. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre McGregor, the CEO of ForceMetrics, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young at the Nasdaq MarketSite to discuss a $22 million capital raise for his software startup. ForceMetrics investors include Star Wars creator George Lucas, and his wife, Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments, and billionaire Charles Koch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ariel Investments Co-CEO Mellody Hobson discusses her best-selling financial literacy book "Priceless Facts About Money," her market outlook and her views on the US presidential election. She is joined by Bloomberg's Sonali Basak, Matt Miller, and Katie Greifeld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBC's Christine Romans shares good money habits to practice ahead of the holiday spending season. Also, a closer look at 'veneer techs' and the warning signs to watch for before getting these dental services. Plus, Kate McKinnon discusses her new book The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. And Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and president of Ariel Investments, highlights important financial skills to develop at a young age.

Is your money mindset holding you back from achieving your dreams? In this special episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel sits down with Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments and one of the most influential leaders in finance, recognized by TIME and Fortune for her impact on business and leadership. Together, they explore how beliefs about money—formed early in life—can influence your financial future, and how to develop healthy money habits for long-term success. Mellody shares insights from her new children's book, Priceless Facts About Money, offering practical tips for teaching kids financial literacy and setting them up for a brighter future. You'll learn how to break free from financial anxiety, understand the true value of money, and separate your self-worth from your bank account. This unique episode was filmed live in-studio. For an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes experience, check out the extended video version on LinkedIn Premium. Tune in to learn how to master money mindsets and empower yourself—and the next generation—to achieve financial freedom. Subscribe to the Hello Monday newsletter to get episodes and insights delivered straight to your inbox every Monday! More financial resources from Mellody Hobson: Mellody Hobson for Barron's: I Learned These Money Lessons Early. What Every Parent—and Kid—Needs to Know A Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton G. Malkiel Buffet: The Making of an American Capitalist by Roger Lowenstein

Transformative Mindset Don't miss this one! Wow. How can the 'Why me?' mindset be dangerous, and what is the transformative power of adopting a positive mindset? In this episode we're going off script with Shana Orczyk Sissel as she shares her intensely personal journey through the last year and how she has navigated it.  Shana Orczyk Sissel, CEO of Banríon Capital Management, specializes in alternative investments, helping advisors navigate complex public and private opportunities. She served as a key advisor in launching Armada ETF Advisors and its Home Appreciation U.S. REIT ETF (HAUS). With over 20 years in the industry, Shana's experience includes leading alternative investment platforms at Cope Corrales and managing a $500 million portfolio as CIO at Spotlight Asset Group. Her background also features roles at Orion Advisor Solutions, Ariel Investments, Fidelity Investments, Mercer Investments, Peak Financial Management, and Russell Investments. A sought after  on financial news networks, Shana holds a BS in Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, an MBA from Bentley University, and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation. Known as the "Queen of Alternatives," she is recognized for her expertise and leadership in the field and wears the “crown” with great pride. Kristine Delano guides the conversation on helpful ways to manage personal struggles and support others through their difficult journeys. Follow on Instagram kristine.delano.writer  Visit www.womeninetfs.com to find additional support in the ETF industry.  Go to www.kristinedelano.com for your Thrive Guide: a compilation of the most requested and insightful advice from our guests on Leadership and Advancement.

Victoria Watkins is Founder and Managing Partner of Inrichmint, an organization that sources curated deal flow for high net worth individuals and families. She previously served as Chief of Staff to the Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Ariel Investments.  Prior to joining Ariel, Victoria worked for the City of Chicago in the Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel, serving as Senior Advisor, and Deputy Director of Legislative Counsel & Government Affairs.  Victoria shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to working in government, venture capital, and private equity. She reflects on societal pressures discouraging women from STEM fields and her initial resistance to certain career paths, ultimately finding success by staying open to opportunities.  She also highlights her passion for fashion, entertainment, her online tea shop Joy and Magic, and her children's book, Little Valerie and her Big World of Options, encouraging others to embrace new opportunities.

Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments — created Ariel Alternatives, the first private equity subsidiary of the 40-year-old investment firm, alongside its current CEO Les Brun. On this Smart Women, Smart Power episode, Mellody joins Dr. Kathleen McInnis for a discussion on how she strives to close the racial wealth gap and create a better public understanding of financial literacy.   This episode is made possible through general support to Smart Women, Smart Power.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq snapped eight-day winning streaks. But Fundstrat's Tom Lee says he sees 40% upside in small caps before the end of the year as the Fed is expected to cut rates. Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy and Vital Knowledge's Adam Crisafulli break down the broader markets. NYU's Dean of Valuations, Aswath Damodaran, on why he prefers Amazon to Nvidia right now, plus Barclays analyst Matt Miksic on a rough day for Dexcom after strong Eli Lilly obesity data was published. 

The workforce in the US is more diverse than ever. And with a large part of the educated workforce being made up of Latina women, strategies and ideas around investments are shifting. Emma Rodriguez-Ayala is here today to talk about how investors need to learn how Latino communities view and value money, bridging the financial literacy gap by teaching kids about money from a young age, and much more. This week's episode 127 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about unlocking the power of Latina investors and bridging the financial literacy gap! In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Emma Rodriguez-Ayala is sharing the importance of investing in Latino communities and overcoming barriers to inclusion. and actionable steps you can take right now to start teaching your kids what they need to know about money. Emma Rodriguez-Ayala serves as Ariel's Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel as well as Board Secretary of Ariel Investments and Ariel Alternatives. With almost two decades of experience in investment management, Emma is a seasoned legal and operations executive with a passion for impact investing, DEI, risk management, and corporate governance. Emma is an independent director of First Bank Chicago, one of the largest privately held banks in Chicagoland. She serves on the board of Chicago television station WTTW and the Chicago classical music station WFMT. Additionally, she is a founder and board member of Angeles Investors, a Latino-focused angel investing group, and is a member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association.Some of the talking points Julie and Emma go over in this episode include:The growth of women in investment management.Investing in financial literacy and teaching kids about money from a young age.The importance of understanding the Latino community's value system when engaging with them financially.How leadership means looking at the big picture and watching for obstacles for your team.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH EMMA RODRIGUEZ-AYALA:LinkedInAriel InvestmentsCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL

The Fed released its annual stress results for the 31 largest banks in the country. Hennessy Funds Portfolio Manager Dave Ellison and RBC's banks analyst Gerard Cassidy break down the investment implications. G Squared Private Wealth's Victoria Greene and Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy on today's market action. Earnings from Micron, Levi and AeroVironment. 

In this episode, Liz Ann Sonders sits down with Ariel Investments co-CEO Mellody Hobson. They discuss Mellody's early career at Ariel, her co-CEO relationship with John Rogers, the importance of being an active and patient investor, the value of sitting on corporate boards, and the launch of Project Black, Ariel's private equity fund. They also touch on global trends, the dominance of growth stocks, and the challenges and opportunities for minority-owned businesses.Finally, Kathy and Liz Ann offer their outlook on what investors should be watching in next week's economic data and indicators.On Investing is an original podcast from Charles Schwab. For more on the show, visit schwab.com/OnInvesting.If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts.Important DisclosuresThe information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed. Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.Fixed income securities are subject to increased loss of principal during periods of rising interest rates. Fixed income investments are subject to various other risks including changes in credit quality, market valuations, liquidity, prepayments, early redemption, corporate events, tax ramifications, and other factors. All corporate names and market data shown above are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request. International investments involve additional risks, which include differences in financial accounting standards, currency fluctuations, geopolitical risk, foreign taxes and regulations, and the potential for illiquid markets. Investing in emerging markets may accentuate these risks.The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab.Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.Performance may be affected by risks associated with non-diversification, including investments in specific countries or sectors. Additional risks may also include, but are not limited to, investments in foreign securities, especially emerging markets, real estate investment trusts (REITs), fixed income, municipal securities including state specific municipal securities, small capitalization securities and commodities. Each individual investor should consider these risks carefully before investing in a particular security or strategy.The policy analysis provided by the Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., does not constitute and should not be interpreted as an endorsement of any political party.The information and content provided herein is general in nature and is for informational purposes only. It is not intended, and should not be construed, as a specific recommendation, individualized tax, legal, or investment advice. Tax laws are subject to change, either prospectively or retroactively. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, individuals should contact their own professional tax and investment advisors or other professionals (CPA, Financial Planner, Investment Manager) to help answer questions about specific situations or needs prior to taking any action based upon this information.Past performance is no guarantee of future results and the opinions presented cannot be viewed as an indicator of future performance.Indexes are unmanaged, do not incur management fees, costs, and expenses and cannot be invested in directly. For more information on indexes, please see Schwab.com/IndexDefinitionsForecasts contained herein are for illustrative purposes only, may be based upon proprietary research and are developed through analysis of historical public data.Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is the umbrella term used to describe various investing approaches that focus on social, environmental or corporate governance factors rather than solely risk and return. (0524-5BLT)

Welcome to another enlightening clip of Market Mondays! Today, our hosts Ian Dunlap, Troy Millings, Rashad Bilal, and our prestigious guest, John W. Rogers Jr., delve into the riveting backstory of how Ariel Investments was born and soared to a $15 billion enterprise under his leadership.John shares his unique upbringing, influenced heavily by his family's deep-rooted engagement in entrepreneurship and social justice. From receiving stocks as birthday presents instead of toys at the age of twelve to inheriting a profound mission of building black wealth, John's journey is nothing short of inspirational. His father, a courageous Tuskegee airman and his mother, the first African American woman to graduate from the University of Chicago Law School in 1946, instilled in him the virtues of resilience and foresight.Discover how being exposed to the stock market at an early age fueled John's passion for investing. He recounts crucial lessons learned from mentors like the first African American stockbroker on LaSalle Street, Stacy Adams, shaping his strategies and perspective on investments. Hear about his educational journey at Princeton, where he adopted a contrarian investment philosophy influenced by the classic "A Random Walk Down Wall Street" by Burt Malkiel.John W. Rogers Jr. does not just talk about stocks and markets; he shares powerful narratives about overcoming adversities, citing historical market crashes and opportunities that arise in times of maximum pessimism. He highlights how Ariel Investments embraces a long-term, value-oriented investment approach, drawing parallels between historical resilience through tumultuous times and steady economic growth.Our hosts touch upon Ariel's favorite stock picks, including Madison Square Garden Entertainment and the significance of such investments in today's economic landscape. John W. Rogers Jr. also elaborates on what it means to be a contrarian investor, emphasizing independent thinking and the courage to invest during times of fear and uncertainty.Lastly, John reflects on the technological and entrepreneurial revolutions he's witnessed since founding Ariel in 1983, inspired by Chicago's business legends like John Johnson of Ebony and Jet magazines and George Johnson of Afro Sheen.Don't miss out on this compelling narrative of success, resilience, and strategic foresight on Market Mondays – your go-to channel for empowerment through financial literacy.Hashtags:#MarketMondays #JohnWRogersJr #InvestingLegends #ContrarianInvesting #FinancialLiteracy #ArielInvestments #StockMarket #Entrepreneurship #BlackWealthBuilding #InvestmentStrategy #EconomicJustice #HistoricInvestments #LongTermInvesting #MadisonSquareGarden---Tune into Market Mondays for more stories and strategies from the world of finance, helping you make informed decisions and grow your legacy. Subscribe now for updates on new episodes and expert insights.Our Sponsors:* Check out Harry's : harrys.com/EYL* Check out Monarch Money: monarchmoney.com/MONDAYSSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Dow is on its longest winning streak of the year after gaining more than 300 points today; Ariel Investments' Charles Bobrinskoy breaks down where things stand in the market. Earnings from Dropbox, Akamai, Sweetgreen and Unity. Klaviyo CEO Andrew Bialecki on life in the public markets so far after raising its guidance in its third earnings report. Nvidia-backed CoreWeave just raised $1.1B; CEO Michael Intrator on what's ahead for the company and AI. Idris Elba is ServiceNow's new spokesperson. Jon Fortt sits down with him to talk AI's impact on tech, culture and more.

In this insightful clip of Market Mondays, join hosts Ian Dunlap, Rashad Bilal, and Troy Millings with guest John W. Rogers Jr. as they delve into the remarkable journey of Melody Hobson, a standout figure in finance who rose to the top ranks at Ariel Investments. John W. Rogers Jr. shares exclusive anecdotes from his early interactions with Melody, highlighting her exceptional work ethic and leadership qualities that propelled her career forward from a young age.The discussion transitions into the realm of cryptocurrency as the hosts explore its place in investment portfolios today. With a cautious lens, John W. Rogers Jr. offers his expert take on the sustainability and practical value of cryptocurrencies compared to traditional assets like stocks and commodities.This episode is packed with valuable insights on leadership development, investment strategies, and personal growth, making it a must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to learn from the paths of industry leaders.#MarketMondays #LeadershipSkills #InvestmentTips #CryptoAdvice #Entrepreneurship #FinancialWisdom #ArielInvestments #MelodyHobson #CareerSuccess #JohnWRogersJr #IanDunlap #TroyMillingsOur Sponsors:* Check out Monarch Money: monarchmoney.com/MONDAYSSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to this week's episode of Market Mondays! Today, we dive into a range of hot topics from the latest in tech and energy profits to intriguing financial insights. First up, we discuss our futures trading tip of the week, offering essential advice for traders. We'll also analyze Boosie's comments on the American economic situation, exploring the need for lifestyle adjustments and corporate layoffs in today's economy.In tech news, Meta's substantial loss in their metaverse division has raised eyebrows, but what does this mean for investors? We contrast this with Tesla's earnings surge and ponder the reasons behind these divergent paths. Additionally, Google's impressive ad revenue this quarter has us asking: are we bullish on its future?Turning to global powerhouses, we explore how Saudi Aramco's staggering profits compare to tech giants like Meta, Nvidia, Amazon, and Tesla, and discuss its potential to become the world's leading company. Also on deck, we look at emerging tech in telecommunications with the Solana phone challenging Apple, and whether Nvidia can maintain its industry lead.For the metal enthusiasts, we evaluate if now is the right time to invest in US Steel.Plus, don't miss our exclusive interview with John W. Rogers, Jr., Chairman and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments. From his early passion for investing to his strategic insights and his role in promoting business diversity, John shares valuable lessons and strategies for investors at all levels.#MarketMondays #InvestingTips #TechNews #GlobalEconomy #FuturesTrading #GoogleBullish #SaudiAramco #Nvidia #USSteel #JohnRogers #ArielInvestments #MetaLoss #TeslaEarningsOur Sponsors:* Check out Monarch Money: monarchmoney.com/MONDAYSSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ariel Investments Chairman John Rogers discusses Paramount's future amid CEO Bob Bakish stepping down. He speaks with Bloomberg's Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please join us on the latest Corporate Cafecito episode hosted by Nallely. In this episode, Emma Rodriguez-Ayala, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel at Ariel Investments shares her inspiring journey from Puerto Rico to the apex of the corporate world, offering valuable insights and reflections along the way. Emma's candid conversation on Corporate Cafecito covers various topics, from navigating identity to advocating for diversity and implementing impactful changes within the investment industry. Her story is a testament to resilience and leadership and a practical guide for those seeking to make a difference in their lives and careers. Emma's dedication, hard work, and leadership shine through her powerful reflections on being a "born-again Latina" and her transformative experiences shaping corporate diversity initiatives.Listen to Emma's beautiful journey! You can tune in now!If you would like to join the members of Corporate Cafecito to enjoy a Cafecito with the team or suggest a topic for them to cover, please visit www.corpcafecito.com/contact-us.Feel free to reach out via email:admin@corpcafecito.comFor individual coaching or workshops for you and your team, visit www.elevardevelopment.com or email admin@elevardevelopment.com for more details.

Men's basketball head coach Mitch Henderson and host Derek Jones preview the 2024 Ivy League Tournament on the Make Shots Podcast, presented by Ariel Investments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ariel Investments Chairman, Co-CEO, CIO John Rogers discusses his investment outlook with Bloomberg's Romaine Bostick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princeton women's basketball head coach Carla Berube and freshman guard Ashley Chea join host Jon Mozes on The Get Stops Podcast, presented by Ariel Investments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Men's basketball head coach Mitch Henderson and sophomore forward Matt Caden Pierce join host Derek Jones ahead of Princeton's trip to Cornell on the Make Shots Podcast, presented by Ariel Investments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode I spoke with the Honorable Valerie Jarrett, CEO and board of directors member of the Barack Obama Foundation. We discuss her life, her leadership, and her 2019 memoire "Finding my Voice: My Journey to the West Wing and the Path Forward." She is a Senior Distinguished Fellow at The University of Chicago Law School. She serves as Board Chairman of Civic Nation. Jarrett also serves on the boards of Walgreens Boot Alliance, Inc., Ralph Lauren Corporation, Sweetgreen, Inc., Ariel Investments, The University of Chicago, Sesame Street Workshop and The Economic Club of Chicago. Jarrett also serves on the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Advisory Board, the Bank of America Enterprise Executive Development Council, and the Microsoft Advisory Council. Ms. Jarrett was the Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama from 2009-2017, making her the longest serving senior advisor to a president in history. She oversaw the Offices of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs and Chaired the White House Council on Women and Girls.  Ms. Jarrett has a background in both the public and private sectors. She served as the Chief Executive Officer of The Habitat Company in Chicago, the Commissioner of Planning and Development for the city of Chicago, Deputy Chief of Staff for Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and she practiced law for ten years in the private and public sector. She also previously served as the director of numerous corporate and not-for-profit boards including leadership roles as Chairman of the Board of the Chicago Stock Exchange, Chairman of the University of Chicago Medical Center Board of Trustees, Vice Chairman of the University of Chicago Board of Trustees, Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and Chair of Chicago Transit Board.  Ms. Jarrett has also received numerous awards and honorary degrees, including TIME's “100 Most Influential People” Award. Jarrett received her B.A. from Stanford University in 1978 and her J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School in 1981.

Princeton women's basketball head coach Carla Berube and senior Ellie Mitchell join host Jon Mozes on The Get Stops Podcast, presented by Ariel Investments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mellody Hobson's life—from her tough Chicago childhood to becoming Starbucks board chair to her marriage to George Lucas — has shattered stereotypes. Here, the president and co-CEO of Ariel Investments talks about pursuing excellence, how to become indispensable, tricks for managing time, the need to take risks, and much more.

Stocks bounced in the final hour but it wasn't enough to turn the averages positive on the session. Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy and BNY Mellon's Jake Jolly on how to position as earnings season ramps up. CEA Chair Jared Bernstein talks the state of the economy and the Biden administration's plan to target bank overdraft fees. Piper Sandler analyst Patrick Moley on Charles Schwab's sell off after earnings; Oppenheimer's Dominick Gabriele on Discover Financial earnings. Fairlead Strategies founder Katie Stockton on why the technicals support more upside for Nvidia, despite its wild 2023. Prologis CEO Hamid Maghadam on the company's latest quarter and how the macro environment is impacting logistics.

As stock ownership boomed from 2019 to 2022, the rate of investment by Black Americans under 40 outpaced that of white investors in the same age group, according to surveys from Ariel Investments and Charles Schwab. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ perso nal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin, as well as 27-year-old Calah Beale, who discusses her investment choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know that being a female in the investment banking industry is rare, and being a Black woman in investment banking is even rarer. According to a recent study from McKinsey, only 4% of the financial industry's C-suite positions are held by Black women. We also know that centering Black women in positions of power is good for the entire economy. Mellody Hobson, President and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments is using her influence as one of America's most powerful women to create more revenue for minority-owned businesses with Project Black. Listen in to hear about her 32-year career at Ariel, how she went from Intern to Co-CEO, and why she's passionate about teaching children the value of money young. More money news when you need it! Get the latest and greatest updates on all things investing, budgeting, and making money. Subscribe to the HerMoney newsletter at Hermoney.com/subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The toothpaste is out of the tube and a recession is coming, our economist says. She'll make her case and look at the path forward for the Fed. Plus, how should investors position for a possible Fed pivot? Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy joins with his take on the value trade. And we'll speak with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong about the recent crypto rally, the regulatory environment, and what a potential bitcoin ETF would mean for his company.

Alan McKnight, chief investment officer at Regions Asset Management, sees a series of rolling recession hitting certain sectors and industries in 2024, but does not see a broad-based, classic and deep recession akin to one triggered by the Great Financial Crisis of 2008. He's not alone in suggesting the economy can escape next year without a recession, as Charlie Bobrinskoy, vice chairman at Ariel Investments says in the Market Call that he believes the stock market and economy are strong enough to put off a widespread and meaningful downturn for another year. Plus, the show starts with Jamila Soufrant, discussing her new book "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness" and she offers some advice for listeners, no matter where they are on their own journey toward financial independence.

President and co-CEO of Ariel Investments and chairwoman of Starbucks makes her first appearance on the show to encourage us to be comfortable and relax in our discomfort as she talks about what it means to be color brave.    Source: Color Blind or Color Brave: Mellody Hobson | Embrace Ambition Summit   Connect with Mellody Hobson:    LinkedIn: Mellody Hobson    Instagram: mellodyhobson   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)    Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com   Support The Show: Donate  

Microsoft unveiled two new AI chips today; Jon Fortt sits down exclusively with CEO Satya Nadella to talk the transformation in tech. Averages closed higher after Tuesday's mega-rally. BD8's Barbara Doran and Ariel Investments' Charlie Bobrinskoy break down the market action and earnings from Cisco and Palo Alto Networks. JMP analyst Trevor Walsh breaks down the drop in Palo Alto billings. Neuberger Berman's John San Macro on the muddled state of the consumer that's being painted during earnings season.

John Rogers isn't just a successful investor; he's an industry titan. As the founder of a reputable investment firm, he's made a name for himself with his contrarian value investing strategies. But he's not just a practitioner; he's an educator, avidly reading and contributing to seminal works in investment literature. John's journey began with an early fascination for finance from his youthful days. A Princeton alumnus, he entered the turbulent waters of the stock market and turned a calamity—the infamous crash of 1987—into a career-defining opportunity. In today's episode, John joins us to discuss his formative experiences, the philosophical underpinning of his investment strategy, and the importance of thinking long-term. We also delve into his roles on various corporate boards, where he weighs in on 401k plans, corporate governance, the pivotal role of diversity in creating equal opportunities for minority businesses, and so much more!     Key Topics: An overview of John's professional background (2:15) John's journey from William Blair to founding Ariel Investments (07:42) The 1987 market crash as a turning point for Ariel's value investing approach (10:04) John's philosophy on patient, research-heavy, value-based investing (13:07) How longevity in markets solidified John's faith in efficiency (19:15) The mechanics of idea generation at Ariel Investments (23:30) Ariel's methodology for dissecting investment errors (29:53) Drawing teamwork and pressure-handling lessons from Coach Krill (35:20) How board experience informs his investing (37:47) John's focus on value investing and cautious approach to buybacks (42:20) Why John is optimistic about The Sphere in Las Vegas and Adelum (46:18) John's fulfillment from social engagement and its business impact (50:18) What keeps John up at night and excited about the future (55:48) John's book recommendations (57:41) And much more!   Mentioned in this Episode: Turn Every Page: The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb Jonathan Eig | King: A Life Morgan Housel | The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness Thanks for Listening!   Be sure to subscribe on Apple, Google, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And feel free to drop us a line at valueinvesting@gsb.columbia.edu.   Follow the Heilbrunn Center on social media on Instagram, LinkedIn, and more!