January 26, 2012
Meeting
Thursday, January 26, 20125:00 - 5:30 pm Networking
5:30 - 6:30 pm Professional Development meeting - "Arizona Economic Forecast"
with Keith Watkins, Sr. Vice PresidentBusiness Attraction, Arizona Commerce Authority
You will not want to miss this comprehensive overview of the Arizona economy.
Learn about the economic role and impact of the Arizona Commerce Authority in terms of Business Attraction, Expansion, Small Business Development and Foreign Trade & Investment. Gain a better understanding of Arizona trends in these important categories: wage/salary, labor force, unemployment, construction, manufacturing, housing, layoffs and GDP. Additionally, gain exposure to major industry trends, exports, population growth and migration patterns.
About the Presenter: Keith Watkins brings 20 years of experience in economic development and real estate to the Arizona Commerce Authority. Keith's economic development experience stems from working 9 years at the Greater Phoenix Economic Council where he was a key player in that organizations formative years, the Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore and the Town of Buckeye. His real estate background includes land development and brokerage. Mr. Watkins played a pivotal role in recruiting and retaining some of the area's most prominent employers. Keith earned a Bachelor's Degree in Regional Development from the University of Arizona and resides in Scottsdale.
6:30 pm Dinner Meeting - "
Economic Forecast"
Speaker, Wayne StutzerOur popular January meeting will deal with the economy with a look at the World, US. and Arizona forecasts. NAPM-Arizona is pleased to welcome Wayne Stutzer of RBC Wealth Management to discuss the economic forecast for the New Year.
About the Presenter: In his over twenty years as an investment executive, Wayne Stutzer has frequently appeared as a financial authority on Phoenix television and radio business programs. Wayne currently hosts "The Smart Investor" radio show on News radio 92.3 Newsradio FM from 8-10 a.m. Sunday mornings. This popular "newsmagazine" radio program provides listeners with educational information and a global perspective on investments and current financial matters. Every morning, you can see Wayne’s market report, "Stocks on Fox", on Fox 10 at 5:20 a.m.
In keeping with his philosophy of "Sharing Education", Wayne teaches an adult education course on "News and Money" at Phoenix College, Life Long Learning program at Rio Salado College. In addition, he conducts seminars on economics and is often the featured speaker at trade associations locally and nationally.
A Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Minnesota, Wayne holds a Bachelor of Arts degree. He subsequently earned a Master’s degree in educational psychology.
Price:
$25.00 - member registering prior to Sunday at 6:00 p.m. prior to meeting
$30.00 - member registering after Sunday at 6:00 p.m. prior to meeting
$45.00 - non-member registering prior to Sunday at 6:00 p.m. prior to meeting
$50.00 - non-member registering after Sunday at 6:00 p.m. prior to meetingLocation: Phoenix Airport Hilton Hotel, 2435 S. 47th Street, Phoenix
Link to map and directionsTime: 5:00 - 5:30 pm - Networking
5:30 - 6:30 pm - Professional Development/Workshop
6:30 pm – Dinner Served
6:45 pm – Program SpeakerREGISTRATION PROCESS
When you attend the meeting, you may use the credit card given, a different credit card or pay by cash or check.
DEADLINE: Sunday, January 22, 2012. Reservations are required.
NO MEETING RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AFTER 6 pm MONDAY NIGHT PRIOR TO THE MEETING.
If you make a reservation and don’t cancel by 6:00 p.m. Tuesday prior to the meeting, your credit card will be charged.
If your card is not on file, complete the registration form and call the office to give your full credit card number.
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