John Hope Bryant

Bryant is the founder, chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE and Co-Chair of the AI Ethics Council.  

Recent Articles

The Lesson Carter G. Woodson Still Has for America at 250

Black History Week was launched to correct the record—and show why inclusive American history matters, writes John Hope Bryant.

By John Hope Bryant

Why Americans Can’t—And Shouldn’t—Lose Hope

Polling suggests that belief in the American dream has hit a record low. But John Hope Bryant makes the case for American optimism.

By John Hope Bryant

AI May Replace $100K Jobs But Create Even More Opportunities

AI could widen inequality—or spark a broad middle-class revival with bold action, writes John Hope Bryant.

By John Hope Bryant

Why Growing the Economy from the Bottom Up is Bet

"We can make capitalism work for everyone—not by changing its fundamentals, but by expanding its reach."

By John Hope Bryant

We Need a Farm System for American Jobs

Why America should build a workforce development system similar to the development programs we have built for sports.

By John Hope Bryant

Column: Pope Francis Taught the World a Lesson About Capitalism

Pope Francis didn’t just preach from the pulpit—he lived among the people, especially the forgotten, writes John Hope Bryant.

By John Hope Bryant

Credit Scores Are Key to Healing our Economy

John Hope Bryant argues that raising credit scores could lower crime rates, increase life expectancy, and lessen political division.

By John Hope Bryant

Beyoncé Proves Winning Is The Best Activism

John Hope Bryant argues that Beyoncé's history-making Grammy win demonstrates how influence and ownership are even more powerful than DEI.

By John Hope Bryant

Why MLK Jr.'s Message Still Matters in the Second Trump Era

Dr. King's dream for bipartisanship and collaboration is as urgent as ever in the new Trump era, writes John Hope Bryant

By John Hope Bryant

How L.A. Can Recover from the Wildfires

John Hope Bryant writes about how the solutions—creative, bold, and compassionate—to this devastating crisis are in our hands.

By John Hope Bryant

Our Economy Needs More Than White Men

This is just a mathematical reality, says John Hope Bryant—and one that we must confront and solve to ensure America’s continued prosperity.

By John Hope Bryant

DEI Isn't Working. Inclusive Economics Might

A diverse and inclusive economy is not only a more just economy but a more prosperous one, writes John Hope Bryant

By John Hope Bryant

We Must Approach AI Like the Automobile

We must approach AI by recognizing its potential to transform industries and create opportunities, writes John Hope Bryant.

By John Hope Bryant

Improving Credit Scores Can Transform Lives

A neighborhood's average credit score is an indicator of how financial health directly correlates with overall well-being, John Hope Bryant writes.

By John Hope Bryant

Women Like Kamala Harris Shaped America

Vice President Harris’s rise to one of the highest offices in the land is emblematic of both progress and the persistent challenges women face

By John Hope Bryant

Financial Literacy Is the Civil Rights Issue of This Generation

John Hope Bryant wants to equip every citizen with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the complex world of money and finances.

By John Hope Bryant
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