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Wednesday, April 16, 2008 |
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11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Registration/Exhibits Open |
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2:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Shuttles run from Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel to Chamber |
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3:00 - 4:30 p.m. |
Bonus General Session at the Chamber
- Frank Luntz, political analyst and chairman and CEO, Luntz, Maslansky Strategic Research
- Michael Maslansky, president, Luntz, Maslansky Strategic Research
Sponsored by The Council on Small Business |
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4:30 - 5:00 p.m. |
Shuttles run from Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel to Chamber |
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5:00 - 7:00 p.m. |
Cocktails at the Chamber and Photos on the Roof
Attendees kick off the Summit with a cocktail reception at the historic Chamber building. Guests will enjoy the majestic view of the White House from the rooftop and have the exclusive opportunity to have a photo taken on the roof, providing a keepsake of the evening.
Sponsored by  |
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7:00 p.m. |
An Evening in Washington
You haven't seen Washington until you have seen the Lincoln Memorial at night. Attendees will have the evening to explore the city's famous restaurants and national monuments on their own. |
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Thursday, April 17 |
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7:00 - 8:00 a.m. |
Registration and Breakfast
Sponsor Exhibits |
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8:00 - 8:30 a.m. |
The View from Congress
Senator Ben Nelson (D-NE) |
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8:30 - 9:30 a.m. |
General Session
This Pollster session, featuring two of Washington's highly respected political analysts and commentators, will keep attendees entertained and informed on current policy and the upcoming elections. The two will discuss the leading presidential candidates, Congress' agenda, and their insights on policymaking in Washington, giving attendees all the information they need to prepare for the 2008 elections.
- Charlie Cook, political analyst and publisher, The Cook Political Report
- Stuart Rothenberg, political analyst and editor and publisher, The Rothenberg Political Report
Sponsored by 
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9:30 - 10:00 a.m. |
Welcome Address
Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce |
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10:00 - 10:15 a.m. |
The Small Business Agenda
Hear issue updates on policy that is directly affecting small businesses on Capitol Hill.
Rolf Lundberg, senior vice president, Congressional & Public Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce |
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10:15 - 11:15 a.m. |
Breakout Sessions |
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Breakout A |
Smart Recruiting for Business Growth
This workshop on Smart Recruiting will help prepare you for one of the most important elements of running your own business - hiring the right people to help you grow.
Diane Frankenfield, vice president, eBusiness Strategy, Monster |
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Breakout B |
Marketing to Expand Your Business
This interactive discussion will focus on proven marketing strategies that get new customers in the door and keep them coming back.
Beth Goldstein, founder and CEO, Marketing Edge Consulting Group, LLC |
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Breakout C |
Making Your Capitol Connection
Learn the most effective ways to approach legislators and ensure your messages are being heard.
Rolf Lundberg, senior vice president, Congressional & Public Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce |
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Breakout D |
Technology and Small Business
What will the small business of the future look like? Panelists will share their insight and examine the barriers and the benefits of technology for the small business owner.
- Kevin Hourigan, CEO, Bayshore Solutions
- Eric Reed, Vice President, Verizon Communications
- Bob Mathew, President, Catalyst Web Services, LLC
- Moderator: Ronald Monford, President & CEO, Mind Over Machines, Inc.
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11:15 a.m. |
Buses depart for Capitol Hill |
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12:00 p.m. |
Rally on the Hill
Sponsored by  and
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12:15 - 4:15 p.m. |
Lunch on your own, Congressional Meetings |
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4:30 p.m. |
Buses return to Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel |
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6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Sponsor Cocktail Reception
Exhibit Hall |
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7:30 - 10:00 p.m. |
U.S. Chamber Small Business of the Year Awards Dinner
Emceed by Maura W. Donahue, senior counsel, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and president, DonahueFavret Contractors Holding Company
Sponsored by:  |
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Friday, April 18 |
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8:00 - 8:45 a.m |
Networking Breakfast and Sponsor Exhibits |
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8:45 - 9:30 a.m |
Economic Outlook for the Small Business Community
Dr. Martin Regalia, vice president and chief economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Sponsored by  |
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9:30 - 9:45 a.m. |
Networking Break & Sponsor Exhibits |
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9:45 - 11:00 a.m. |
General Session
Hear an engaging debate from two former White House insiders as they offer their insights on the current Washington climate and political outlook.
- Andy Card, former white house chief of staff under President George W. Bush and special assistant and director of Intergovernmental Affairs for President Ronald Reagan
- Mack McLarty, president of McLarty Associates and former White House chief of staff, counselor to the president, and special envoy for the Americas under former President William J. Clinton.
- Moderator: Hon. John Kasich, former member, Ohio State Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, and former chairman, House Budget Committee
Sponsored by  |
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11:00 - 11:55 a.m. |
Presidential Remarks
President Bush will address attendees on the U.S. economy and discuss small business and pro-growth policy.
President George W. Bush |
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12:00 p.m. |
Closing Remarks
Tom Collamore, senior vice president, Communications & Strategy and counselor to the president, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
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