Van Jones

Van Jones is a prominent advocate and leader in social change, currently serving as the Founder of Dream Machine Innovation Lab and Co-Founder of Rapport since September 2023. As President of Magic Labs Media since January 2011 and a CNN Host and Political Commentator since November 2012, Van has addressed critical societal issues through various media platforms. With a history of founding initiatives like The Dream Corps and Green For All, and serving as Co-Chair of the REFORM Action Fund, Van has consistently focused on prison reform, poverty alleviation, and environmental justice. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Yale Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Communications from the University of Tennessee at Martin.