The Milken Institute's 28th annual Global Conference kicked off today and will run through May 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Themed "Toward a Flourishing Future," the conference will convene over 1,000 speakers and 5,000 attendees from 80 countries, including CEOs, government officials, philanthropists, scientists, investors, cultural figures, and nonprofit leaders. This gathering aims to highlight bold ideas, disruptive innovations, and practical solutions to the world's most pressing challenges. Richard Ditizio, CEO of the Milken Institute, emphasized the conference's importance: "This is where the world comes to connect ideas with capital, science with policy, and vision with action. In an era of division and disruption, the Global Conference provides a unique platform for leaders who are ready to turn our discussions into meaningful steps forward." The agenda includes a mix of closed-door roundtables and high-profile public panels, fostering dynamic dialogue, collaborative workshops, and networking opportunities. These activities are designed to build tangible partnerships and catalyze transformative ideas. Key topics will include: Addressing global health crises Accelerating sustainable economic growth Leveraging technological advancements for social good Enhancing financial inclusion and stability The conference boasts a diverse array of participants, featuring notable figures such as Jill Biden, former first lady of the United States; Greg Case, president and CEO of Aon; Mary Culler, president of Ford Philanthropy; Patrick Dempsey, actor; Robert Ford, chairman and CEO of Abbott; C.D. Glin, president of the PepsiCo Foundation; Jamieson Greer, U.S. trade representative; Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel; Poppy Gustafsson, minister for investment in the United Kingdom; Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia; Earvin “Magic” Johnson, CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises; Maria Corina Machado, leader of the Venezuelan Democratic Movement; Linda McMahon, former secretary of the U.S. Department of Education; Jason Sudeikis, actor; and Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X Corp., among others. Leading media outlets, including CNBC, Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, and Fox Business, will cover the event both on-site and virtually. The Milken Institute will also livestream public sessions, making them accessible to a broader audience. Visit www.globalconference.org to view the complete list of speakers and the detailed conference agenda. For real-time updates, follow the Milken Institute on Bluesky, LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook using the hashtag #MIGlobal. About the Milken Institute The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to accelerating measurable progress toward a meaningful life. With a focus on financial, physical, mental, and environmental health, the institute brings together cutting-edge ideas and innovative resources to develop comprehensive strategies for addressing some of our most critical global issues. For more information, visit https://milkeninstitute.org/.