Teresa Johnson: On ESG, Boardroom Diversity, and Truth to Power.

This podcast episode explores Terry Johnson's journey from her California roots to her current role as a partner at Arnold & Porter, a renowned law firm. The episode delves into her experiences in Boston, London, and San Francisco, highlighting the booming tech industry and the dot-com boom and bust. It also discusses her work on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and stakeholder capitalism, including her book on the subject. The episode addresses the evolving purpose of corporations, the SEC's new climate disclosure rule, the challenges and potential future of ESG rules, the importance of navigating social issues in a polarized environment, the backlash against BlackRock's focus on ESG, and the legal impact of board diversity laws. It also touches on the event featuring a former Theranos employee's firsthand account and the importance of corporate governance, particularly in the context of ESG and AI. Terry's mentors, guiding quotes, and personal interests are also discussed.