Valerie Jarrett on Making White House History

Valerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of the Obama Foundation, joins us to discuss how she became the longest-serving advisor to any US President. From law school to local politics to a vital role in the highest office of government, Valerie’s career is exemplary and—as evidenced by the Obama Presidential Center that opened just weeks ago in Chicago—continues to make history.

0:00 - Introduction

2:22 - Obama Presidential Center Opening

5:29 - Growing Up in Iran & Chicago

10:00 - Strong Working Parent Examples

12:38 - Working Mom Guilt

14:40 - "This Must Be Someone Else's Life"

17:21 - Meeting Michelle Robinson & Barack Obama

22:35 - Finding Purpose in Public Service

25:49 - Becoming President Obama’s Senior Advisor

30:50 - What Does a Senior Advisor Do?

35:59 - Fighting For Gender Equity