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Bertha Coombs Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Bertha Coombs is a seasoned CNBC reporter covering financial markets, business news, and healthcare. She has reported from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange and contributed in-depth coverage on policy, health equity, and the business of healthcare. Before CNBC, she worked as a correspondent for ABC News, appearing on World News Tonight and Good Morning America. Known for her thoughtful analysis, she frequently moderates panels on healthcare innovation and economics. Her reporting highlights the intersection of business, policy, and social impact.
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