How Microsoft U.S. President Deb Cupp Levels the Playing Field for Women in the Workplace
Gender diversity continues to be a thorn in the side of social progress in America's labor force. But some experts say narrowing the gender gap and transforming workplace culture are both attainable if more women are hired, promoted, and elevated to leadership roles. For Deb Cupp, president of Microsoft U.S., accountability is the start to building a more cohesive workplace for all employees.
Fadia Kader, global head of strategic and media partnerships at Clubhouse
Clubhouse's Fadia Kader on Opening Doors and Empowering Others in Social Media
It's pretty hard to imagine the world now without social media. Companies like Meta and Twitter allow people to share information, report breaking news stories, and connect with friends and family. For Fadia Kader, the global head of strategic and media partnerships at social audio app Clubhouse, it's about pushing culture forward and connecting people with the biggest and brightest stars in music and entertainment.
Simone Alicia, founder of the Self Esteem Doctor Academy
'The Self Esteem Doctor' Simone Alicia on Empowering Teens on Social Media
Social media has become a top outlet for sharing information, making acquaintances across the globe, and on the most basic level, has become a source of entertainment for many. While the benefits of social media are clear, there is also a dark side that exists and it's impacting the mental health of adults and teens alike. Simone Alicia, the founder of the Self Esteem Doctor Academy, told Cheddar she started the business as a means to help kids change the way they think and feel about themselves.
Mimi O'Neal at The Pump Group Soiree at The Beverly Hills Hotel on August 19, 2021 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Cassy Athena/Getty Images)
Shaq's Daughter Amirah O'Neal Calls for Improved Gender Equity in College Hoops
Last year, Oregon Ducks forward Sedona Prince shared a video on Twitter that showed major inequities between the men's and women's training facilities. That viral video was just the first in a long list of disparities that would come to light. Others included differences in prepared meals, lodging, and even coronavirus testing.
For Mimi O'Neal, daughter of basketball Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O'Neal and forward at Texas Southern University, a historically Black institution, it was a defining moment that she hopes can spark real change.
Soledad O'Brien Tackles Gender Wealth Gap With Financial Literacy, Empowerment
The gender wealth gap is a topic that has garnered public outcry and the attention of policymakers over the years, yet progress on leveling the playing field between men and women has been slow. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women still make only 83 cents on the dollar — an improvement off just 6 cents from a decade ago — compared to men. For the award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and host Soledad O'Brien, financial literacy has become paramount to closing the gap even further.
Reshma Saujani speaks on stage at the "Leading with Purpose" panel at the on November 07, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Brad Barket/Getty Images for Fast Company)
Girls Who Code Founder Says Workplaces Are Still Not Designed for Women
Reshma Saujani was a believer. The founder of Girls Who Code, a nonprofit that helps women get careers in computer science, believed wholeheartedly in the idea that professional women could have it all: a job in tech and a family. Then something changed during the pandemic. After schools shut down, Saujani realized that no one had really stopped to consider what this meant for women, who still do the lion's share of unpaid care work. Who, exactly, would be helping their child log into Zoom school? Cheddar spoke to Saujani about it.
Coming off of the latest NFL season, Draftkings has plans for growth and new bettors to join its platform following what it saw as a record year of state legalization of sports betting and Super Bowl action. CEO Jason Robins joined Cheddar News to talk about what in store for the company in 2022, including labor issues leading to the postponement of the MLB's spring training games and the NCAA's March Madness. "There's a lot of really exciting stuff that happens in the first couple of rounds all the way through to the championship game. So typically we've seen incredible activity during March Madness on the betting side," Robins said.
PlayersTV is bringing sports viewers Athletes On Demand, a subscription platform to provide fans with thousands of hours of sports content from their favorite athletes. CEO Angela Bundrant joined Cheddar News to discuss the new rollout. "People can expect to receive content or buy into content on demand that comes from their favorite athletes," said Bundrant, listing star partners like the Phoenix Suns' Chris Paul and New Orleans Pelicans' C.J. McCollum.
The New York Stock Exchange has applied for trademark licenses to launch metaverse-, NFT-, and cryptocurrency-related goods, but denies that it has any immediate plans to launch these virtual products. Adam Hollander, the founder of Hungry Wolves NFT, joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell, where he noted such a plan would be "game-changing."
Walmart beat earnings estimates for the fourth quarter, and despite losses stemming from supply chain costs and COVID-19 employee sick leave, the big box chain was still able to fight inflation as costs rose across the board. What's next for Walmart and other retail giants as inflation continues to run hot?
Arun Sundaram, Senior Equity Analyst at CFRA Research, joins Closing Bell to discuss.
Bamboo-based toilet paper company Cloud Paper raised $5 million in a recent funding round. Its product is a bamboo-based alternative to traditional toilet paper made from trees, and its mission is to end the deforestation caused by traditional paper products. Cloud Paper says the raise will allow it to make significant investments in its supply chain, product development, and hiring. Ryan Fritsch, a co-founder of Cloud Paper, joined Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss.
Space tourism company World View plans to launch its first commercial flights in early 2024, with voyages to take off from iconic locations around the world like the Grand Canyon — but seemingly at a flexible price point. Dale Hipsh, president of tourism and exploration at World View, joined Cheddar to discuss what a trip to the stratosphere would look like with his company and its much less expensive take on space travel. "Our technology allows us to be more democratic, to offer more opportunities for people to experience near space, and that overview effect," he said. "So we're really thrilled to be bringing it to market."
