The DealBook Summit 2025: A Gathering of Titans

Introduction

The upcoming DealBook Summit, scheduled for December 3 at Jazz at Lincoln Center, promises to be a meeting of significant players across various sectors. With a lineup that includes David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, and Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, the summit will address pivotal issues that can shape the economic landscape.

What is the DealBook Summit?

The DealBook Summit serves as a platform for high-profile discussions that often highlight the intersection of business and policy. This year, multiple themes will be explored including digital innovation, market volatility, and the power dynamics standing at the crossroads of economics and politics.

Featured Participants

"I'm thrilled to announce our remarkable lineup for this year's summit. We'll have conversations with the most consequential individuals of our time." - Andrew Ross Sorkin

Speakers include:

• David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Skydance Media
• Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary
• Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
• Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA
• MrBeast, social media influencer and entrepreneur
• Alex Karp, co-founder and CEO of Palantir

Key Themes and Discussions

This year's summit will focus on several critical topics, such as:

The Shifting Global Economy

With emerging markets reshaping global trade dynamics, discussions will pivot around how businesses can navigate these changes effectively.

Innovation and Regulation

This is increasingly pertinent as regulation of tech industries heats up. Understanding the balance between fostering innovation and ensuring consumer protection is crucial.

The Future of Energy

With the ongoing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) conversations, leaders will discuss the future path of sustainable energy and investments in green technology.

The Task Forces

Alongside the discussions, the summit will also include task forces—expert-led groups focused on deeper dives into sector-specific challenges and opportunities. While not open to the public, the insights will be shared in subsequent reports and podcasts.

Looking Ahead

As excitement builds toward the event, it is essential to reflect on what these discussions will mean for global markets. The convergence of influential figures offers an opportunity to foresee potential shifts in policies and practices.

Get Ready to Tune In

We encourage everyone interested in market dynamics to join us at the summit—whether in-person or virtually. For updates and highlights from the event, follow the DealBook website.