Date of Birth: December 12, 1970
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Bethany McLean is an American journalist and editor known for her investigative reporting and expertise in financial journalism. She gained national recognition for her work at Fortune magazine and later at Vanity Fair. McLean is best known for her role in uncovering the Enron scandal, which she detailed in her co-authored book “The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron.” The book was later adapted into an acclaimed documentary. Over her career, McLean has written extensively on complex financial issues, contributing to a deeper public understanding of corporate malfeasance and economic crises. She continues to write and contribute to various publications, maintaining a prominent voice in financial journalism.
5 Interesting Facts about Bethany McLean
1. Bethany McLean holds a BA in English and mathematics from Williams College.
2. Before becoming a journalist, she worked as an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs.
3. Her book on Enron was turned into a documentary that was nominated for an Academy Award.
4. McLean has written for several prominent publications, including The New York Times, Vanity Fair, and Slate.
5. She co-authored “All the Devils Are Here: The Hidden History of the Financial Crisis,” which provides a comprehensive look at the 2008 financial crisis.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bethany McLean
1. “The smartest guys in the room are really good at hiding their tracks.”
2. “The downfall of Enron was not caused by a single act of fraud, but by a culture that encouraged dishonesty and deception.”
3. “Financial crises are like earthquakes – they reveal the weaknesses that were already there.”
4. “Transparency is the best antidote to financial shenanigans.”
5. “Understanding the motivations behind financial decisions is key to understanding the financial world itself.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Her highest net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Bethany McLean is married to Sean Berkowitz, a lawyer who served as the lead prosecutor in the Enron case. Together, they have two children.
Relevant Links
1. [Bethany McLean – Vanity Fair](https://www.vanityfair.com/contributor/bethany-mclean
2. [Bethany McLean – The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/by/bethany-mclean
3. [The Smartest Guys in the Room – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1016268/
5. [Bethany McLean on Twitter](https://twitter.com/bethanymac12
