Bethany McLean

Bethany McLean, a well-known journalist and author, currently serves as a contributing editor at Vanity Fair, a columnist at Yahoo Finance, and a contributor to CNBC. She is a distinguished writer with several books under her belt, including 'The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron' and 'All the Devils Are Here: The Hidden History of the Financial Crisis.'

Based in Chicago, Bethany McLean is an accomplished professional who has also authored mini books such as 'Shaky Ground: The Strange Saga of the US Mortgage Giants' and 'Saudi America: The Truth About Fracking and How It's Changing the World.' She plays an active role on the board of the Stigler Center at the University of Chicago, showcasing her commitment to academic and research endeavors.

With a strong educational background, Bethany McLean pursued a BA in English and math at Williams College, demonstrating her diverse interests and academic versatility. Her professional journey includes notable roles such as being a former Columnist at Thomson Reuters, a Business Columnist at Slate Magazine, an Editor at Large at Fortune Magazine, and an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs.