Lewis, who has published 16 books ranging from politics and baseball to Wall Street and the COVID-19 pandemic, spoke with Beebe, sharing engrossing anecdotes about the real people profiled in his books, and talking about his inspiration and search for meaning in the world. “The breakfast was the last big event in 2020 before everyone went home and put on their pajamas,” mused event chairman John Davies, who welcomed the in-person, sold-out crowd, as well as friends zooming from afar.ĭavies introduced Westmont President Gayle Beebe, who awarded Lewis with the Westmont Leadership Award, recognizing exemplary leaders for their character and competence. Michael Lewis, the bestselling author and financial journalist behind such books as “Moneyball,” “The Blind Side” and “The Big Short” (all adapted into Academy Award-nominated films), shared some of the stories behind the stories at the 17th annual Westmont President’s Breakfast, held March 4 at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Charity Deanīy Ann Pieramici, contributing writer at Sold-out event returns in person with interview of writer behind “Moneyball,” “The Blind Side” and “The Premonition,” featuring Santa Barbara's own Dr.
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