Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'executives'

A Life Dedicated To Michelin 3-Star Restaurants

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:00:00 EST

London IT executive Andy Hayler has dined at every three-star restaurant in the French food guide. His travels have taken him all across the world to 60-plus elite restaurants. He speaks with us about his favorite meals, how he can afford this pricy hobby and his blog.

U.S. Manufacturing Takes A Hit

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:57:00 EST

The manufacturing sector of the U.S. economy hit a new all time low on Friday. The Institute for Supply Management, a trade group for purchasing executives, reports that manufacturing activity in all industry sectors is at the lowest level in 28 years — another measure of the current recession.

President-Elect Obama Goes On Working Vacation

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

President-elect Barack Obama has gone to Hawaii for the holidays. Obama leaves Washington with his Cabinet and White House picks in place. It's a transition to executive office that many view as one of the most efficient ever. There are some daunting tasks facing Obama when he returns to Washington.

Black, Latina Women Trumped By White Counterparts In Pay

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST

Women still earn much less than men, and minority women fall even lower on the pay scale. This, according to a new report by Women's Way advocacy group. Valorie Rawlston Wilson, a scholar with the National Urban League Policy Institute, and Melissa Weiler Gerber, executive director of A Woman's Way, discuss gender discrimination in pay.

Executives Could Profit Off Bailout Through Loophole

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:00:00 EST

When Congress approved the $700 billion bailout for struggling banks, they made sure to include caps on executive pay. But last-minute changes by the Bush administration have left a giant loophole in the regulations. Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley discusses how executives could make off with millions.

What's Next For Auto Suppliers...

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:00:00 EST

Auto industry suppliers have been watching bailout negotiations in Washington with trepidation. Tom Mullen is the chief executive at TNT-EDM in Plymouth, Mich. The company provides auto parts used by larger suppliers

Former Chysler Chairman Iacocca Backs Auto Execs

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

Former Chysler Chairman Lee Iacocca hasn't said much during the current debate over whether the government should bailout the auto industry. Iacocca led Chrysler through a government bailout in the 70s. In a written statement Tuesday, Iacocca came to the Defense of Detroit's Big 3 top executives. He said, "You don't change coaches in the middle of a game, especially when things are so volatile." Dustin Dwyer reports for Michigan Radio.

House Panel: Fannie, Freddie Ignored Warnings

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:00:00 EST

The top executives of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have appeared on Capitol Hill to answer questions about why they ignored warnings that they were taking too many risks. The House Oversight Committee released e-mails showing that the two mortgage giants ignored warnings that they stay away from riskier loans.

Feeding A World In Crisis

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:00:00 EST

For the United Nation's World Food Program, it's never easy trying to feed the world's hungry. But in times of soaring prices and global financial crisis, the business of getting food to those who need it most becomes an even more daunting task. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Josette Sheeran, executive director of the WFP.

India Names Masterminds Of Mumbai Attacks

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:40:00 EST

Indian investigators have now named two operatives believed to have masterminded last week's attacks in Mumbai. More details are also emerging about how the attacks were planned and executed. Praveen Swami, associate editor of The Hindu newspaper, sheds light on the latest developments in the case.

Automakers Request $34 Billion In Loans

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

The Detroit auto companies made another pitch to the Senate Banking Committee for massive loans to keep operating. They were more contrite than last month and offered a lot more details. But it is still unclear whether they will get the $34 billion they say they need to keep going. The auto executives will appear before the House Financial Services Committee Friday.

GM CEO Outlines Company's Plans

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:00:00 EST

GM CEO Rick Wagoner is back on Capitol Hill this week with the chief executives of Ford and Chrysler to convince Congress that the automakers need federal help and are prepared to make sacrifices in return for taxpayer money.

The Future Of GM

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:00:00 EST

This week, executives of The Big Three automakers are back in Congress to request a bailout for their ailing industry. Larry Burns, General Motor's Vice President of Research and Development, discusses GM's proposal.

Congress Eyes Big Three Automakers' Plans

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:43:00 EST

Detroit's top auto executives have ditched their corporate jets for hybrid cars and replaced vague pleas for federal help with detailed requests for as much as $34 billion in their second crack at persuading Congress to throw their struggling companies a lifeline.

Automakers' Prepare To Return To Washington

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:00:00 EST

This week, executives from the Big Three head back to Washington to make another plea to lawmakers for loans to help prop up their ailing companies. We look at their latest plan.

Automakers Reporting Back To Congress

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

Executives from Detroit's Big Three carmakers are back on Capitol Hill Tuesday to make a new pitch for $25 billion in federal loans. The executives were grilled during their first visit, and have retooled their pitches. Dustin Dwyer reports for Michigan Radio.

How Big Three Could Win Over Washington

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 EST

Automakers head back to Washington this week seeking billions of dollars in government aid. They say the money is needed to keep daily operations going. This is the second round of hearings after auto executives were sent home to draft a more detailed plan last month.

Detroit's Big 3 Will Try Again To Get Federal Loans

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

Executives from the top three U.S. automakers return to Washington this week. They're going to try, again, to convince Congress to give them federal loans. They say they need the money to avoid an industry collapse. Two weeks ago, Congress sent them away empty-handed. Some lawmakers were angry the carmakers didn't have a plan for how they would spend the $25 billion in low interest loans.

Q: The Legendary Quincy Jones

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:14:00 EST

Quincy Jones went from performing and arranging to producing. As a record executive, he churned out chart toppers. Always restless, he moved to producing films and TV shows in the 1960s and '70s. Through the '80s and '90s there were more hits: The Color Purple, Michael Jackson's blockbusters and humanitarian work in Africa. At 75, he's still keeping up a blistering pace.

Mumbai Attacks Disrupts Financial Capital

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:00:00 EST

India's business capital, Mumbai, is largely shut down following Wednesday's terrorist attacks. Many shops and offices are closed as well as the Bombay Stock Exchange. Many multinational corporations have offices in Mumbai. Global manufacturing giant Unilever confirmed the safety of several senior executives who were at a dinner meeting at the Taj hotel when terrorists stormed the property.

Obama Introduces Economic Leadership Team

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:36:00 EST

President-elect Barack Obama held a news conference Monday in Chicago to announce key economic appointments and discuss his aggressive new financial rescue plan. What do you want to know about Obama's economic recovery plan and the team he's assembled to execute it?

Obama's Cabinet Takes Shape

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:55:00 EST

President-elect Obama announced his choices to lead the Commerce, Treasury and State Departments Friday. One of his picks returns a Clinton to the executive branch.

Congress Stalls Automakers' Bid For Relief

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:28:00 EST

After the Big Three auto executives spent two days seeking support on Capitol Hill for a bailout, the grand finale is no finale at all. Democratic leaders say they are delaying a vote until the auto companies present a plan on how they will restructure their business.

Retirees Watching Anxiously, Will GM Be Saved...

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:00:00 EST

Detroit automakers have hundreds of thousands of retirees who are wondering what might happen if their former employers go bankrupt. Auto executives say without $25 billion in loans, they could be forced into bankruptcy. Michigan Radio's Dustin Dwyer talked to a GM retiree about the industry's pleas for financial help.

Carly Fiorina On Silicon Valley's Future

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:00:00 EST

Silicon Valley was once thought of as recession-proof, but the technology sector is taking hits in the current economic downturn. Former Hewlett-Packard chief executive officer Carly Fiorina discusses the state of Yahoo, Google and Silicon Valley.