Big Tech & Small Business: Sen. Mark Warner & Operation Hope’s John Bryant
Washington is turning up the heat on Silicon Valley. After a whirlwind month of flagged tweets and suggested rollbacks of Section 230, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) discusses his hopes for new tech legislation and the risks of the revisions already proposed. As states reopen, entrepreneurs, particularly Black small business owners, are faced with a steep road to recovery. Operation Hope Founder, Chairman, and CEO John Hope Bryant explains what’s needed to support Black business amid a health and social crisis. Plus, fireworks, fireworks everywhere. And not an end in sight.
24 Jun 202025min
Special Report | Markets in Turmoil
Listen to CNBC's special report about the Coronavirus outbreak, the treatment and diagnosis of Covid-19 and the impact it’s having on the economy, business and your money.
24 Jun 202045min
Apple’s Unveilings; Trade Deal Doubts; Faux Meat Foods
At Apple’s first virtual Developers Conference, CEO Tim Cook revealed new software, new features, and a new plan for hardware. Apple’s filling user needs everywhere from sleep cycle to car engine. Are trade negotiations with China “over,” or “intact”? China Beige Book International’s Leland Miller discusses the U.S.-China trade relationship and the comments from President Trump’s top trade advisor that spooked the markets. Plus, Starbucks is grilling up some fake meat for customers. American stores are striking up a new partnership with Impossible Foods.And, Docusign is making big moves as a stay-at-home stock. Dan Springer, the company’s CEO, says the 130% increase in the digital signatory app’s share price is proof that some coronavirus pandemic trends will be here to stay.
23 Jun 202025min
Special Report | Markets in Turmoil
Listen to CNBC's special report about the Coronavirus outbreak, the treatment and diagnosis of Covid-19 and the impact it’s having on the economy, business and your money.
23 Jun 202044min
White House NEC Director Larry Kudlow; Dr. Scott Gottlieb
New York City kicks off Phase Two of its reopening as states across the country experience upticks in coronavirus cases. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses the likelihood of a resurgence, and encourages the U.S. to consider following the British “Recovery” approach to moving past the Covid-19 pandemic. White House National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow does not expect a second wave of the virus, and considers the steps taken in the U.S. to manage the spread. He, President Trump, and Vice President Pence are not intending to shut down the national economy, despite hot spots across the country.
22 Jun 202033min
Special Report | Markets in Turmoil
Listen to CNBC's special report about the Coronavirus outbreak, the treatment and diagnosis of Covid-19 and the impact it’s having on the economy, business and your money.
20 Jun 202041min
Juneteenth Episode: People are hungry for change
Today we observe Juneteenth, the day commemorating when enslaved African Americans in the South learned of their freedom in 1865. Lisa Lewin, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Ethical Ventures, reminds executives that they can and should take action to address inequality. She shares action steps and details of her Business Racial Equity Pledge. 99 years ago this June, a successful pillar of early Black entrepreneurship was burned to the ground in Tulsa, Oklahoma in one of the worst acts of racial violence in American history. Local business owners Venita Cooper, Glory Wells, and Ricco Wright discuss the resilience of Black Wall Street and share a hopeful future. Melissa Bradley, founder of business accelerator 1863 Ventures, co-founder of Ureeka, and former Presidential Appointee under two administrations, discusses the role investors play in closing opportunity gaps for Black businesses. Plus, an exclusive interview with BLCK VC’s Frederik Groce about Black representation in venture capital.
19 Jun 202037min
Special Report | Markets in Turmoil
Listen to CNBC's special report about the Coronavirus outbreak, the treatment and diagnosis of Covid-19 and the impact it’s having on the economy, business and your money.
19 Jun 202045min
