Walter Isaacson has been the president and CEO of The Aspen Institute since 2003, and during his time at the helm of the nonprofit, he has made gigantic strides in making the Institute (founded in 1950) a more well-known organization as well as a place where ideas can and are shared in a nonpartisan, nonideological way. Three years ago, he launched the Aspen Ideas Festival in which the top minds in politics, education, international policy, journalism, and more gather in Aspen to share their ideas and hopefully effect change once they leave town. Prior to his role with the Institute, Isaacson was the chairman and CEO of CNN and the managing editor of Time. He is also an author whose latest book--a biography of Einstein called Einstein: His Life and Universe--was published this spring. Today, Aspen is a hotbed of ideas and a gathering place for politicians and great minds thanks in large part to Isaacson and his vision of what The Aspen Institute could and should be.
What is Plum 98? It¹s a collection of 98 individuals (a nice, round number) who have etched a mark in the Aspen community with positive energy and vision. Be it in the realm of art, recreation or politics, we at Plum want to recognize these local stars for their encouragement and inspiration. To meet more Plum 98ers, click HERE.
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