Halle Berry's Herpes Misdiagnoses Sparks a Fight for Women's Health

Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry joined Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit to talk about her new venture, Respin, and the work she’s doing to break the stigma around menopause, plus her own personal journey and what fueled her passion for this long-ignored area of women’s health. Featuring: Halle Berry, Actor, Director, Producer, Advocate; Founder, Respin Interviewer: Michal Lev-Ram, Fortune #halleberry #...

Halle Berry had difficulty convincing men in Silicon Valley that "menopause was a real thing"

“I’m in menopause,” actress Halle Berry said during a live interview at the Most Powerful Women Summit in Laguna Niguel, California on Tuesday. “How liberating is that?” A misdiagnosis of herpes—which turned out to be the common symptoms of menopause after she had been in perimenopause—led Berry on a journey to raise money in Silicon Valley to launch a community platform for her mi...

Wall Street interns are getting paid $250k at one company

#wallstreet #interns #nyc Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For. The new Fortune video channel dives into personal stories from business owners a...

Tesla AI Turns Everyone Into a White Man

Since the early '90s Kathi Vidal has been immersed in AI, working as an engineer in its earliest stages – to innovate and more closely emulate nuances humans bring to problem solving. Decades later, she leads a team across government to work on policy at the intersection of AI and innovation. At Fortune's Most Powerful Women conference in 2024, she discussed why women are essential to the development of AI and the policies that shape its implemen...

Obama Foundation CEO on mentoring a young Michelle Obama

Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett reflects on mentoring Michelle Obama. #obama #barackobama #michelleobama Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work Fo...

KIND Founder Went From Mowing Lawns to Selling His Company for $5 Billion

How KIND’s founder went from mowing lawns to selling his company for $5 billion—and now he's the newest ‘Shark Tank’ judge. #KIND #KINDbars #sharktank #DanielLubetzky Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major ...

Sue Bird: "I pretty much lost money playing in the WNBA"

Former professional basketball player Sue Bird said at #FortuneMPW that a lot of basketball players “learned how to be our own businesses.” #suebird #basketball #wnba #WNBA #SueBird #basketball #wnbaplayer #mostpowerfulwoman Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a read...

Boar's Head is so secretive that a top exec didn't know the name of the CEO

Boar’s Head keeps many secrets, including who their CEO is. #boarshead #csuite #secret #companysecrets #Fortune Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fortune 100 B...

Sephora's 'Method to the Madness' for TikTok Trends

Earlier this year, longtime Sephora executive Artemis Patrick took over as the company’s North America CEO, continuing the global brand’s evolution as the retail landscape continues to change. We hear from the new CEO about retail and beauty trends, brand building in the age of TikTok, and how her unique upbringing helped to shape her as a leader. Artemis Patrick, President and CEO, North America, Sephora Interviewer: Michal Lev-Ra...

Michelle Kang sees "incredible potential" in women's rugby after $4 million investment

Michele Kang believes there is "incredible potential" in women’s rugby. #michelekang #rugby #womensrugby #athlete #olympics #olympicrugby #sports #femaleathletes Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with m...

Cameron Diaz had to step away from acting: "No one could change my mind" #hollywood #celebritynews

Cameron Diaz took a break from Hollywood and started a wine brand in 2020, but she’s coming back to acting with a Netflix action comedy with Jamie Fox. #camerondiaz #netflix #movie #acting #hollywood #wine #avaline Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million mo...

WNBA Star Sue Bird Made as Little as $100K Per Season, But Says ‘The Money Is Around the Corner’

Everyone wants in on women’s sports. These women were there from the beginning. They share how to make the most of a major moment and what comes next for this booming business after a year of historic highs. Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly ...

AI godfather says he's proud his student fired OpenAI boss Sam Altman

Geoffrey Hinton said he had no idea he was even nominated for the Nobel Prize, and spoke for barely more than a minute before saying he was proud his student who fired OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. #openAI #geoffreyhinton #nobelprize #samaltman Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly p...

The Smartphone Generation Is Not Okay, and ‘Parents Are Completely Clueless’

When Emmy Award-winning documentarian Lauren Greenfield set out to examine the relationship between today’s teens and social media, she expected parents would be in the background, like the adults in Charlie Brown. But she soon discovered they were an essential part of the conversation. “I came into this as a parent, not knowing that much. And what I saw that was so shocking was how caring, loving parent...

China’s EV Market Is a ‘Race to the Bottom,’ Says Mary Barra

In her decade at the helm of General Motors, Mary Barra has been tasked with modernizing a century-plus-old automobile company while righting the ship after a bankruptcy and ignition switch scandal threatened the historic carmaker’s future. It’s not an easy role, and one in which Barra has experienced myriad successes and setbacks. She was interviewed remotely Wednesday by editor-in-chief Alyson Shontell at Fortune’...

Prince Harry and "The Anxious Generation" author talk social media and mental health

Prince Harry said the smartphone “is stealing young people’s childhood” in a video exclusively shared with Fortune. #princeharry #smartphone #tech #childhood #scrolling Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million,...

Cameron Diaz Says She 'Had To' Step Away From Hollywood

Cameron Diaz had plenty of opportunities to put her name on something. In her decades-long career as one of Hollywood’s brightest stars, she always resisted endorsing any brand or attaching her name to a company. But four years ago, that changed. Diaz is the cofounder of the organic and vegan-friendly wine brand Avaline, which she started with Katherine Power in 2020. At the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit in Laguna Niguel, Di...

Always surround yourself with people who are smarter than you, Exelon CEO says

Exelon's CEO says you should always surround yourself with people who are smarter than you. #exelon #advice #lifeadvice Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fort...

Gen Z Faces Financial Stress From Lack of Education

Gen Z has more debt than any generation before them, according to a recent study from TransUnion. They’re accessing credit later in life, and their wages are having a hard time keeping up with inflation. This has led to increased concern for mental health and a dire need for more financial support and education. What are some ways organizations can utilize technology and innovation to better financially empower the next workforce? P...

Elon Musk's Optimus bots stole the show at Tesla's robo-taxi unveil

Elon Musk's Optimus robots were voiced and operated remotely by humans wearing special suits that translated their movements to the droid. #elonmusk #robots #optimusrobot Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchise...

Lizzo on Her Gap Year, Abuse Allegations, and Chappell Roan

Lizzo took a temporary and welcome break from her “gap year” for a dinner chat at the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit in Laguna Niguel, Calif., on Monday. It was the first time the singer-songwriter has spoken publicly, other than via her social media, since she was accused of creating a toxic work environment, allegations she has steadfastly denied. But the singer assured the audience she’s been working, even if people...

Lizzo: "I voted for Kamala Harris"

Lizzo announced at Fortune MPW who she voted for in the upcoming presidential election: Kamala Harris. #lizzo #kamala #kamalaharris #trump #donaldtrump #president #vp Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the F...

Is Remote Work Good or Bad for Feeling Engaged At Work?

People operations are increasingly part of the COO's purview as they negotiate the challenges of automation, upskilling and reskilling, and attracting and retaining top talent across generations. In order to remain competitive, businesses need to embrace a culture of change that responds to the new remote work environment and find ways to maintain a positive employee experience. Employee engagement and wellbeing are evolving, but are...

Captain Sandy Yawn gives her advice for Gen Z

“Below Deck” captain @Captain Sandy Yawn shares her advice to Gen Z at Fortune #COOSummit. #genz #advice #youngprofessional #captainsandy #belowdeck #bravo Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and t...

United Airlines Exec Responds to Criticisms of ’Green Washing’

The transportation sector accounts for approximately 14% of global greenhouse gas emissions, making it one of the biggest emitters with the greatest potential for transformation. As numerous industry giants have promised big changes, what will transportation become as we transition to more electric mobility on the roads and sustainable aviation fuel in the sky? Here’s how major transport players are introducing more sust...

Musk delcares "science fiction without the fiction" after giant Space X booster lands on launch pad

Elon Musk pulled off SpaceX's boldest test flight yet of the enormous Starship rocket, catching the returner booster back at the launch pad #spacex #elonmusk #starshiprocket Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearl...

'If You've Seen Horrible Things, We're Interested in Hiring You'

The financial landscape remains volatile, challenging private equity and investment management firms to minimize expenses and enhance productivity to maintain a competitive edge. It often falls to the COO to oversee this belt-tightening via streamlined operations, the adoption of technology solutions and forming strategic partnerships. How are successful financial institutions meeting the demands of customers, clients, and s...

The key to Slutty Vegans $100 million success: "I'm not attracting the vegan," founder says

Slutty Vegan’s founder says attracting non-vegans has played a key role in her $100 million success. #sluttyvegan #vegan #food #foodie #foodtok #veganfood #Fortune Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, w...

Family of Migos' Takeoff Turns to Activism After Tragedy

The tragic death of Atlanta rapper Takeoff nearly two years ago became the turning point for his family’s fight against gun violence in the United States. Transforming their grief into advocacy, they are determined to shine a light on the devastating impact gun violence has on families and communities across the nation. In a conversation alongside the director of the White House’s first-ever Office of Gun Violence Prevention, we...

A Republican, a Democrat, and an Economist Talk Climate Change and Diversity

As the U.S. presidential election looms, the stark contrast between Democrats and Republicans underscores the nation’s deep divisions. Democrats have championed ESG and DEI, pushing for climate action through the Inflation Reduction Act and expanding social equity through initiatives like affirmative action. Republicans, meanwhile, have pushed back against these efforts, advocating for deregulation, protectioni...

Self-made billionaire Sheila Johnson turned "bankrupt" town into Virginia's wealthiest historic city

Sheila Johnson turned a “bankrupt” town into Virginia’s wealthiest historic city. #virginia #sheilajohnson #entrepreneur #Fortune #Fortuneconference #salamanderhotels Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of near...

Gen Alpha is stealing zippers from Nike backpacks to resell then to victims at hiked-up prices

Back-to-school Gen Alpha is already having to watch its back from hallway menaces—literally. Teenagers are unlooping the zipper pulls on peers’ Nike Elite backpacks, which retail for $87, stealing them for their own collections or reselling them back to theft victims at lofty prices. The logic behind the prank is perhaps predictable for a generation whose frontal lobes are not yet develope...

The Key to Slutty Vegan's $100 Million Success Is ‘Not Attracting Vegans’

Food production accounts for just under one-third of the world's greenhouse gas emissions, forcing more conscientious consumers to think critically about what they're eating and where it comes from. But switching from meat-based to a vegan diet often comes with unwanted stigma and a spike in price. What are some cunning culinary solutions business leaders on both sides of the argument are using to encourage cons...

Elon Musk unveils Tesla's Cybercab– no steering, no wheels, no pedals, 30k price tag

Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s fully autonomous robotaxis, which the company aims to eventually sell for $30,000. #elon #elonmusk #tesla #robotaxis Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises incl...

Happy Companies Are 30% More Profitable

Happiness used to be a personal matter. If it happened at work, it was an added bonus. That’s changed. While COOs are operating under tougher conditions, younger generations are pushing organizations to focus on employee wellbeing and ways to promote positivity at work. This isn’t just a feel good initiative: It’s proven that employees who are happier do better work and experience less burnout. In this session, find out how to integrate the sc...

Stacey Abrams Says New Georgia Voting Rule Is an 'Act of Chaos'

As the nation gears up for an election that could potentially bring the first woman of color to the presidency, the case for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives has never been more resonant. Author and activist Stacey Abrams has long touted both the moral and economic benefits of DEI in her work, and has often pointed to a McKinsey report showing that diverse companies are more profitable in the long-run. Listen in o...

Prince Harry: Smartphones Are ‘Stealing Young People’s Childhood’

Prince Harry, long known for being an outspoken advocate on mental health issues, is currently focused on a very tricky problem: social media and its effects on youth. “In many cases, the smartphone is stealing young people’s childhood,” he said in a conversation, a video of which was exclusively shared with Fortune this week, with social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation. Haidt—...

Kendra Scott CEO: "I don't act like I know everything"

Kendra Scott CEO Tom Nolan told Fortune #COOSummit that he always asks questions and doesn't act like he knows everything. #kendrascott #jewlery #sales #ceo Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500...

Airbnb is offering temporary housing to people displaced by Hurricane Milton or Helene

Airbnb is offering free, temporary housing to people who find themselves displaced by either Hurricane Milton or Helene. #airbnb #hurricanehelene #hurricanemilton #hurricane #florida #hurricanerelief Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a read...

Kendra Scott’s $1 Billion Brand Was Built With ‘Sibling-Like’ Trust

How do you make the place your own when the founder is down the hall? That’s the challenge for CEOs who take over leading a company while the founder remains an active presence. Tom Nolan, the CEO of Kendra Scott, knows this territory well. He believes it starts with shared values and acknowledges that there may be disagreements along the way, but emphasizes the importance of being aligned on the big decisions. In...

What time do C-suite execs stop working?

C-Suite execs told Fortune what time they stop working at our COO Summit. #Fortune #FortuneConference #COO #csuite #CEO #workbalance Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises including the Fortune 500 and the Fortune 100 Best Companies to...

Inside the Dual Role of Overseeing Ralph Lauren and Leading Blue Apron as CEO

A board of directors wields significant influence within a company by guiding strategic direction, overseeing leadership and operations, and ensuring long-term success. COOs can make valuable contributions by interacting with or serving on the board, leveraging their operational expertise to inform strategic decision-making and developing essential leadership skills while building relationships. In this session,...

Mayor of Atlanta on Hurricane Milton: 'Don't take any storm for granted'

Hurricane Milton is expected to spare Atlanta. But that doesn’t mean mayor Andre Dickens is taking any chances. Dickens—alongside White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi—spoke with Fortune reporter Sheryl Estrada about building climate-ready cities at the Fortune Impact Initiative conference in Atlanta on Tuesday. Hurricane Milton, a category 5 storm as of Tuesday evening, could be the strongest to hit F...

Mayor of Atlanta on Hurricane Milton: "Don't take any storm for granted"

Hurricane Milton is barreling towards Florida, and Atlanta's mayor doesn't want people underestimating the storm. #hurricane #hurricanemilton #florida #tampa #atlanta Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchis...

Slack’s AI Has Saved Over 50,000 Hours of Work

Remaining nimble in a constantly changing world doesn't have to be daunting. Instead, COOs and CTOs can seize this opportunity to pivot and lean into operational solutions that leverage new technologies like AI and automation and unify disparate organizational structures and regulatory systems. Moreover, by utilizing customer experience and insights to drive decision-making, companies can proactively manage disruption. In this session, we m...

Self-Made Billionaire Sheila Johnson Turned ‘Bankrupt’ Town Into Virginia’s Wealthiest Historic City

Entrepreneurs are by nature accustomed to fighting headwinds and pushing through hardships. Sheila Johnson has faced more than most in her journey to the top. As the co-founder of BET, she broke racial and gender stereotypes and overcame personal and professional adversity to rise to the top of corporate America. In her third act, Johnson is continuing to hone her business acumen and...

Google Wants to Use Nuclear Energy to Power its AI

It’s safe to say that there is no corner of an organization that will not be changed by AI. But determining best use cases and how to integrate the technology is not always straightforward. This is where a COO with an in-depth understanding of AI’s true potential can expertly guide a company to new levels of efficiency and connectivity. Join us as we explore real use cases with COOs who are navigating the artificial intelligence revol...

How We Grew DC United to $775 Million

Danita Johnson says a decade’s worth of experience working in the WNBA instilled grit and a “day-to-day scrappiness” in her. Today, as the first Black president of a Major League Soccer club, she’s operationalizing her wealth of knowledge to guide D.C. United’s front office to greater heights. In this interview with Fortune's Ruth Umoh, Johnson speaks about how not taking no for an answer enabled her to boldly take on leadership challenges

Red Lobster CEO said all-you-can-eat shrimp was an $11 million mistake

Red Lobster’s endless shrimp promotion cost millions in operating losses and put undue stress on servers and kitchen staff, according to the chain’s new CEO Damola Adamolekun. Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major...

Tesla's Cybertruck is falling apart, but is still leaving the shelves

Tesla announced Thursday it would be recalling more than 27,000 Cybertrucks. #tesla #teslacybertruck #cybertruck #teslatok #elon #elonmusk #elonmusknews #recall Subscribe to Fortune - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FortuneMagazineVideo Fortune Magazine is a global leader in business journalism with 55 million monthly page views and a readership of nearly 32 million, with major franchises inclu...