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Mellody Hobson Co-CEO and president Ariel Investments 2020 InvestmentNews Women to Watch Alexandra Armstrong Award winner
“I always have been willing to speak my truth,” Mellody Hobson said. “Sometimes people think by being quieter or accommodating, they take the path of least resistance. It was just the opposite for me — by putting myself out there, I was able to speak with a unique voice that allowed people to take notice of it, even if they didn’t agree with me.”
“I try not to belabor the obvious points about the issues people of color and women confront in this industry,” she said. “The more important thing is how we can overcome them and what kind of opportunities we can create for others.”