Is Trust the Ultimate Currency of Stakeholder Capitalism?

Explore the concept of trust as a crucial element in stakeholder capitalism through this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the findings of the 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer survey, which reveals a growing distrust in democracy, media, and government among Americans. Examine how businesses have emerged as the most trusted institution, filling the void left by paralyzed governments. Analyze the localization of trust and its implications for private-sector leaders as they navigate societal issues and geopolitics while maintaining successful businesses. Gain insights from industry leaders Tom Wilson, Richard Edelman, Ellen McGirt, and Merit Janow as they discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by this shift in trust dynamics. Discover how the concepts of Heat, Power, Connection, Trust, Money, and Beauty intersect in shaping our lives and challenging our times in this 46-minute conversation that spans politics, business, science, the arts, and education.