Tuesday, March 30, 2010
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW
Registration: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Program: 9:00 a.m. -10:45 a.m.

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Political debate in the United States is filled with calls to take action to enhance national competitiveness. But there is rarely much specificity about what “competitiveness” means. Instead, there is just a sense that if America doesn’t embrace smart policies, we will fall behind other nations.  What does it mean for an American business to be “competitive?”  What is the ideal environment for businesses to function most competitively?  What policies will best create a pro-competitiveness climate?

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI), American Free Enterprise. Dream Big. and NCF are joining together in an effort to better define what competitiveness is and how it might be fostered.  In an event to be held March 30, Glenn Hubbard of the Columbia Business School and Kevin Hassett of the American Enterprise Institute will convene a discussion with representatives from government, academia and the business community to better understand what competitiveness is and what might bolster the nation’s competitiveness today and in the future. 

For more information about this event, please contact Elizabeth Dixon at (202) 463-5992 or edixon@uschamber.com.

An Event Series Sponsored by Let’s Rebuild America
and the National Chamber Foundation (NCF)

Registration Rates:
U.S. Chamber Members, Embassy Employees, Non-Profit Employees, & Political Appointees and Schedule C Employees – $24
Non-U.S. Chamber Members – $44
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Developing and improving America’s infrastructure systems will be a central issue for businesses and policy-makers alike in 2010.  Although the need to maintain, modernize and expand our transportation, energy, and water systems is evident, key questions remain: how will we amass the public and private resources for these efforts?  Recently, Senators and Congressmen have proposed infrastructure banks and President Obama’s proposed 2011 budget includes $4 billion to create a national “infrastructure bank” to provide a source of funding for infrastructure.  Think tanks and commissions have suggested developing such a concept.  The idea isn’t new, though.  As far back as 1983, the U.S. Chamber adopted policy supporting the creation of this kind of financing organization. 

Key questions remain unanswered about this approach. Is a government-sponsored bank the best option to fill the gaps in the infrastructure “capital stack” and if so, what will it look like and how would it operate to most successfully address our infrastructure needs?  What should the role of the private sector be with the bank?  What lessons can be learned from banks in other countries or at a state level in the U.S.?  Should one bank be used to meet the specific needs across energy, water systems, and transportation or are multiple organizations a better approach?  What proposals are already floating around Washington and do they contain the elements necessary to be successful in expanding available resources for infrastructure? 

Let’s Rebuild America, in partnership with NCF, will host a five-part event series examining these key questions beginning with a high-level discussion on the fundamentals of a bank. 

• Thursday, April 1, 2010
  Can We, Should We Create A U.S. Infrastructure Bank?
  Registration and breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Program: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Confirmed Speakers:

• Bryan Grote, Co-Founder, Mercator Advisors LLC
• Michael Lind, Policy Director, Economic Growth Program, New America Foundation
• Robert Poole, Searle Freedom Trust Transportation Fellow and Director of Transportation Policy, Reason Foundation

Speakers will discuss the key arguments for and against a national infrastructure bank, and consider the important financial and policy questions related to developing a bank.  Other than an ongoing need for resources to improve our infrastructure, what currently unfulfilled needs could an infrastructure bank uniquely meet?  What kinds of financing tools should a bank have at its disposal?  How should it meet the financial needs it is designed to address?  What could we really expect from an infrastructure bank, and what requirements might it not be capable of meeting?

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• Tuesday, April 13, 2010
  Can an Infrastructure Bank Work Here?  Lessons from Abroad… And Our Own Shores
  How can overseas models of infrastructure banks inform the design of our own?
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• Wednesday, May 26, 2010
  Can an Infrastructure Bank Build Meet America’s Energy Needs?
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• Tuesday, June 15 , 2010
  Can an Infrastructure Bank Deliver Improved Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems?
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•  Wednesday, July 14, 2010
  Can an Infrastructure Bank Rebuild America’s Transportation Network?
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For more information, please contact Elizabeth Dixon at (202) 463-5500 or email ncfevents@uschamber.com.

April 14, 2010
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street NW
Washington, DC 20062

Registration: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Program and Luncheon: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

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U.S. Chamber Members, Embassy Employees, Non-Profit Employees, & Political Appointees and Schedule C Employees – $59
Non-U.S. Chamber Members – $79

On April 14, 2010 Dr. Appel will be providing an address at the U.S. Chamber headquarters on the role of logistics in the recovering world economy.

As CEO of Deutsche Post DHL, Frank Appel is responsible for the global management of the world`s leading mail and logistics services group. The Deutsche Post and DHL corporate brands offer a one-of-a-kind portfolio of logistics (DHL) and communications (Deutsche Post) services. In 2008, Deutsche Post DHL revenues exceeded € 54 billion ($73 billion).

Dr. Appel will focus on today’s economic global challenges and the role of logistics in the recovering world economy. Dr. Appel will identify for DP DHL early indicators of an economic upswing, along with substantial economic, financial and regulatory problems to be solved.  

In his speech, Dr. Appel will outline what lessons DP DHL has learned navigating through the challenging world economic crisis, and identify continuous improvement of process excellence and efficiency, standardization and simplification, and investment in innovation. Despite DP DHL’s strong and growing position in Asia, Dr. Appel will emphasize his company’s commitment to the transatlantic market space and substantial footprint of the DP DHL group in the US. He will also outline his commitment regarding global warming and climate protection – and what specific steps DP DHL as an industry leader has taken to safeguard our planet for future generations.

In March 2009, Dr. Appel unveiled his Strategy 2015. Following the aggressive expansion phase of the recent years, the new focus aims at unlocking the company`s potential to increase organic growth. In essence, the Group Strategy 2015 provides for a two-tier structure with MAIL and DHL as well as tighter links between the different DHL divisions, facilitating an even more intense focus on the customers` needs. The Group-wide guiding principle “Respect & Results” helps reinforce an open leadership culture that stresses performance and respectful interaction.

Prior to joining the Group, Dr. Appel was a managing partner at McKinsey & Co., Frankfurt am Main, Germany. He has a MSc in chemistry from the University of Munich and a PhD in neurobiology from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich.

Deutsche Post DHL
Deutsche Post DHL is the world`s leading mail and logistics services Group. The Deutsche Post and DHL corporate brands offer a one-of-a-kind portfolio of logistics (DHL) and communication (Deutsche Post) services. The Group offers its customers easy-to-use standardized products as well as innovative and tailored solutions – from dialog marketing to industrial supply chains. 500,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories form a global network focused on service, quality and sustainability. The Group is socially responsible, with programs in the areas of environment, disaster management, and education. In 2008, Deutsche Post DHL revenues exceeded € 54 billion ($73 billion).

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Early Bird Special Rate expires Wednesday, March 31:
U.S. Chamber Members, Embassy Employees, Non-Profit Employees, & Political Appointees and Schedule C Employees – $129
Non-U.S. Chamber Members – $179
(Registration prices will go up by $50 after the early bird special expires)

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Washington, DC  20062
Registration and Breakfast: 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Program: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(Times subject to change)

NCF will host the 9^th Annual Aviation Summit and Showcase at the U.S. Chamber headquarters (1615 H Street, NW).

The coming year will be critical for the aviation industry.  After years of decline in demand for air travel and freight, key changes are needed to help the industry to recover from several challenging years.  At this year’s highly-anticipated Aviation Summit, NCF will examine the most important factors in the industry’s turnaround.  From the need for long-term FAA reauthorization to the impact increasingly aggressive regulations play on the industry’s health, speakers will discuss what policies are needed to support industry growth.  Leaders from the freight, commercial, and business aviation sectors will address the most important factors in supporting an industry turnaround.  What policy priorities are needed to drive industry growth, and how can policymakers support the industry and improve our competitiveness in the global marketplace?

Just confirmed: Janet Napolitano, United States Secretary of Homeland Security will be delivering remarks at this year’s annual Aviation Summit

Other confirmed speakers:

• Craig Fuller, President and Chief Executive Officer, Aircraft Owners Pilot Association
• The Honorable Carol B. Hallett, Of Counsel, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• CA Howlett, Vice President, Government Affairs and Community Relations, U.S. Airways
• Phil Trenary, President and Chief Executive Officer, Pinnacle Airline

About the Annual Aviation Summit and Showcase:
Each year, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Chamber Foundation partner to present the annual Aviation Summit – a forum that brings together top experts and leaders from all sectors of aviation to discuss key issues facing the industry.   The summit strives to identify the major challenges facing the industry, highlight innovations that support industry growth, and ultimately forecast what the future may hold for aviation.

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We hope you will be able to join us for this event. Please check back for more event details.

For sponsorship information please contact Kiley Hansen at khansen@uschamber.com.

For more information please contact Elizabeth Dixon at (202) 463-5500 or ncfevents@uschamber.com.

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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

U.S. Chamber of Commerce – 1615 H Street, NW
Washington, DC  20062 

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The State of American Business 2010 is centered on U.S. Chamber president and CEO Tom Donohue’s highly anticipated annual address on American business. On January 12, NCF  hosted Mr. Donohue who discussed creating jobs in uncertain times as well as the future threats to and opportunities for America’s economic growth. He examined America’s deficits, tax hikes, and increasing debt as possible effects on the economy. Mr. Donohue will shed light on the climate change debate, financial regulation, health care, and the ongoing Card Check deliberation.

Following Mr. Donohue’s remarks a panel of Chamber experts discussed the current state of American business, a discussion led by Margaret Spellings, Executive Vice President, National Chamber Foundation. After the panel, Martin A. Regalia, Senior Vice President, Economic and Tax Policy and Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce gave a brief economic forecast for 2010.

The panel included:

• David Hirschmann, Senior Vice President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, President and Chief Executive Officer, Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness
• Janet Kavinoky, Director, Transportation and Infrastructure, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Bill Kovacs, Senior Vice President, Environment, Technology and Regulatory Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• John Murphy, Vice President, International Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

 
U.S. Chamber president and CEO Tom Donohue addressing
the audience at Outlook 2009: The State of American Business

“What undergirds our philosophy as a people are freedom, opportunity, and enterprise which when properly executed leads to jobs, jobs, and jobs.”

–Arthur Brooks, President, American Enterprise Institute

America’s economic stability remains uncertain as we enter the new year. The creation of jobs is vital to our nation’s solidity and growth. NCF is embarking on a partnership with the U.S. Chamber’s American Free Enterprise. Dream Big. campaign charged with spurring the creation of 20 million jobs over the next  ten years. By engaging thought leaders, educational institutions, youth audiences, state and local elected officials, and the private sector, NCF is educating and initiating discussions concerning the core principles and importance of America’s free enterprise system.  NCF’s Free Enterprise Campaign is focused around three initiatives:    Think. Free Enterprise., State of Action., and Dream Big. Achieve Big., which seek to explore and create awareness around the economic and historical foundation of the American free enterprise system.

Think. Free Enterprise.

In partnership with the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), Think. Free  Enterprise. seeks to research and develop awareness regarding free enterprise’s positive effect on the economy and job sustainability.  NCF is bringing together key experts to help answer the pressing questions that face America: How is the U.S. going to create new jobs? ; Where are these jobs going to be? ; and How will a free enterprise- friendly environment foster job growth?

In addition to events, the partnership will produce several white papers that examine free enterprise and provide innovative recommendations on generating jobs in America. NCF and AEI will also conduct original research on three major topics affecting domestic growth: the debt effect, impact of regulatory policy, and measuring U.S. competiveness.

State of Action

The Governors and Mayors initiative is commissioned with reaching out to local and state officials throughout the country to focus on what needs to be done to stabilize the fluctuating job market.  Through free enterprise, states and cities have the opportunity to revive local economies and create jobs using research and education. State of Action will examine the strengths and weaknesses of local and state governments’ efforts to promote a free enterprise-friendly environment.

Dream Big. Achieve.

Connecting with America’s youth is essential to the Free Enterprise. Dream Big. campaign. Working hand-in-hand with national youth outreach programs NCF will engage future industry leaders and a new generation of entrepreneurs by discussing the value of America’s free enterprise system. Through interactive educational sessions and competitions Dream Big. Achieve. seeks to create an environment where students can understand and explore the notion of entrepreneurship – the basic foundation of America’s success.

What is the Proper Role of Government?

U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW | Washington, DC
November 16, 2009 

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The National Chamber Foundation and the American Enterprise Institute hosted a discussion forum on the key barriers to creating essential jobs. Top experts discussed the effect of government expansion on job creation as well as questions ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups and interest rates to whether policymakers, business-owners, and everyday citizens be worried that government is getting too large.

Attendees heard from a panel of experts, and had the opportunity to participate in the closing roundtable discussion of the issues raised and questions posed. 

Speakers included:

• Dr. Marty Regalia, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Arthur Brooks, President, American Enterprise Institute
• Nick Schulz, DeWitt Wallace Fellow, American Enterprise Institute and co-author, From Poverty to Prosperity (October, 2009)
• Peter Wallison, Arthur F. Burns Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

Complete Agenda

For more information about this event, please contact Elizabeth Dixon at (202) 463-5992 or EDixon@USChamber.com.  For address and location information, please click here.

To learn more about  American Free Enterprise. Dream Big., visit  www.FreeEnterprise.com.

Find out more about NCF’s activities on the Campaign for Free Enterprise.

Thursday, December 3, 2009
U.S. Chamber of Commerce – 1615 H Street, NW
Washington, DC  20062

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As health care dominates headlines, government officials, and employers are under pressure to solve this important issue.  The most obvious solution to achieve significant savings is to help keep employees healthy.  Through workplace wellness programs that promote behaviors such as weight loss and smoking cessation and instituting vaccination and drug intervention programs, costly treatments can be avoided.  This event focused on what the business community can do to promote a healthy and more productive workforce.

Keynote speakers:

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peaker Presentations:

• Campagna PowerPoint
• Edington PowerPoint
• Harris PowerPoint
• Kuhnen PowerPoint
• Lang PowerPoint
• Loeppke PowerPoint
• Maritz PowerPoint
• Taylor PowerPoint

• Vyhlidal PowerPoint

 Background Materials

• Adult Immunization
• GlaxoSmithKline
• Healthy Workforce 2010 and Beyond

For more information please contact Ben Askin, Program Manager, at (202) 463-5500 or by emailing ncfevents@uschamber.com.

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW | Washington, DC
November 19, 2009
Registration: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Program: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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U.S. Chamber Members, Non-Profit Employees,
Embassy Employees, and Political Appointee and Schedule C Employees – $35
Non-U.S. Chamber Members – $55
Executive Branch Career Service Employees and House and Senate Employees – Complimentary

Recent conflicting headlines convey a new confidence in the housing market coming from the government and at the same time a disappointed reaction from investors. News of home prices stabilizing and an increase in sales for first time buyers have convinced many people that this area of the economy is on the road to recovery.  Others are concerned that the recovery is temporary and may lead to complacency.

The government has taken unprecedented steps to reenergize the housing market.  Many incentives were introduced to keep people in their homes as well as to encourage others to purchase homes. Mortgage rates have hit all time lows and tax credits were made available for first time home buyers. These actions were successful in stimulating the housing market, however many are concerned that there will be a regression when this intervention ends.

This forum offers an opportunity for many of the experts from the government and the private sector to present their expectations for the housing market when the interventions end and what they believe are the necessary steps to keep it from returning to a catastrophic state.

Confirmed Keynote Speaker:

Mark Zandi
Chief Economist and Co-Founder, Moody’s Economy.com 

Additional confirmed speakers include:

• Lawrence Yun, Ph.D., Chief Economist, National Association of Realtors
• Eric Halperin, Director, Washington Office, Center for Responsible Lending
• Jay Brinkmann, Ph.D., Chief Economist and Senior Vice President, Research and Economics, Mortgage Bankers Association
• Martin Regalia, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

For more information about this event, please contact Ben Askin at (202) 463-3142 or baskin@uschamber.com.  For address and location information, please click here.

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW | Washington, DC
November 12, 2009

NCF complies with all ethics rules stating that Executive Branch Political Appointees and Schedule C Employees must pay a fee of $35 to attend this event.

The National Chamber Foundation hosted the 2nd annual Business Steps Up: Hiring our Heroes event on Thursday, November 12 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters.

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This event focused on what the business community can do to help our heroes transition to civilian life and new careers. The event offered solutions to many of the employment issues that we identified last year at our inaugural event. This included using new forms of social media to help service members find meaningful employment as they transition back into their communities. 

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View details from last year’s summit.

 Confirmed Keynote Speakers:

Dan Senor                               The Honorable Eric K. Shinseki
Co-Author, Start-Up Nation: The Story of Israeli’s Miracle

The Honorable Eric K. Shinseki
Secretary of Veterans Affairs 

The Honorable Hilda L. Solis
Secretary of the Department of Labor

For more information about this event, please contact Blair Fowler at (202) 463-5500 or ncfevents@uschamber.com.  For address and location information, please click here.

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