The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) welcomes you to attend the 2008 Federal Economic Development Forum, April 13-15 in Alexandria, Virginia. This conference focuses on the federal government issues that affect the economic development industry, including the upcoming change of administration.

Register Early & Save! Only 1 day left before the Early Bird Deadline!

Register now to receive early bird savings for the 2008 Federal Economic Development Forum. Rates increase after March 7th, so lock in your early bird rate today! While you're at it, book your hotel room now to secure the IEDC group rate of $199 a night at the Westin Alexandria. To make reservations call 703-253-8600.

Check Out the Program-At-A-Glance:

Plenary Session: Transitioning Administrations
Fiscal Wake-Up Tour
Tuesday, April 15

David Walker, Comptroller General of the United States will speak at the Federal Economic Development Forum with the Fiscal Wake-Up Tour's budgetary experts on the nation's fiscal future in regards to the upcoming change in administration. The Fiscal Wake-Up Tour is a joint public engagement initiative by The Concord Coalition, the Budgeting for National Priorities Project at the Brookings Institution, the Heritage Foundation, and Comptroller General of the United States David Walker. This tour is designed for attendees to understand the debate going on with regard to the nation's fiscal future by learning from budgetary experts.

David Walker, Comptroller General of the United States, and representatives from the institutions above will discuss the nation's long-term fiscal outlook from different perspectives. These participants do find consensus: something needs to be done to address the fiscal problems facing America. Topics will include the budget deficit, the current budget, and what Congress and a new administration must do in order to find a common solution.

Find the solutions you need to move your organization successfully through 2008, register today!

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For more information contact:

Janelle Shellenhamer
International Economic Development Council
734 15th St. NW Suite 900
Washington
DC 20005
USA

Phone: (202)223-7800
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.iedconline.org