About the Program
California is a powerhouse of innovation and wealth-building—yet our state has the highest poverty rate in the nation. What policies can best support California’s economic leadership and ensure that more of its residents benefit from the state’s success? Join Marketplace’s Kai Ryssdal and a panel of experts for a wide-ranging conversation on California’s economic future.
Agenda
12:00 p.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks
Tani Cantil-Sakauye, president and CEO, Public Policy Institute of California
12:05 p.m. Conversation
Moderator: Kai Ryssdal, host and senior editor, Marketplace
Ruben Barrales, senior vice president of external relations, Wells Fargo
Sarah Bohn, vice president and center director, Public Policy Institute of California
Cindy Chavez, supervisor, County of Santa Clara
Paul Granillo, president and CEO, Inland Empire Economic Partnership
12:45 p.m. Audience Q&A
1:00 p.m. Adjourn
Speakers
Ruben Barrales
Wells Fargo
Sarah Bohn
Public Policy Institute of California
Tani Cantil-Sakauye
Public Policy Institute of California
Cindy Chavez
County of Santa Clara
Paul Granillo
Inland Empire Economic Partnership
Kai Ryssdal
Marketplace
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Contacts
Steven Bliss
Director of Digital Strategy
Kareen Yang
Events Manager
Sponsors
Topics
Economic Growth Economic Mobility Economic Trends Economy Jobs and Employment Poverty & Inequality Workforce and TrainingLearn More
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Making Sense of California’s Economy
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Priorities for California’s Economy
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