The former CEOs of Merck and American Express on why executives have gone quiet on social issues

Ken Chenault and Ken Frazier talk about the campus protests and the downfall of terms like DEI on the latest episode of the ‘Rapid Response’ podcast.

As protests continue to engulf college campuses across the U.S., former Merck CEO Ken Frazier and former American Express CEO Ken Chenault see the unrest as a microcosm of broader society, and a crucial learning moment for business leaders everywhere. Frazier and Chenault share their unfiltered advice about corporate DEI and ESG efforts, what people misunderstand about affirmative action, and how to lead with courage in 2024.