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Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke to Keynote Economic Forecast Dec 1
SAVE THE DATE!
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke will keynote the Austin Chamber's Annual Economic Forecast on December 1 at 12:30 p.m. at the Hilton Austin this year. In 2008, the national economy has been a major topic for the business community. Texas has faired better than most states, being named the least distressed state in a report by the Center on Budget and Public Policy based on employment declines, increases in housing foreclosures, and increases in poverty.
Dr. Bernanke was sworn in on February 1, 2006, as Chairman and a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Dr. Bernanke also serves as Chairman of the Federal Open Market Committee, the System's principal monetary policymaking body. He was appointed as a member of the Board to a full 14-year term, which expires January 31, 2020, and to a four-year term as Chairman, which expires January 31, 2010.
For information on sponsorsing the event, contact Mike Rollins at mrollins@austinchamber.com.
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Congratulations to the 8th Annual Greater Austin Business Awards Finalists!
The Austin Chamber of Commerce announces the finalists for the Eighth Annual Greater Austin Business Awards. Winners will be announced at the award ceremony on Wednesday, August 27, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Hilton Austin, 500 East Fourth Street. Click on Full Story to view the finalists.
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New AMD President Announced
AMD announced that its board of directors elected President and COO Dirk Meyer as the company’s chief executive officer. Meyer succeeds Hector Ruiz, who will become executive chairman of AMD and chair of the board of directors. As executive chairman, Ruiz will ensure a smooth executive leadership transition, focus on driving the company’s asset smart strategy to completion, and assist with high-level government and strategic partner relations.
“AMD has fundamentally altered the industry landscape, leading the innovation agenda while delivering greater choice and better experiences for our customers and users,” said Ruiz, executive chairman, AMD. “Dirk is a gifted leader who possesses the right skills and experience to continue driving AMD and the industry forward in new, compelling directions. I am placing the company in excellent hands.”
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Sales, Marketing and Customer Service: Strategies for Profits, Growth and Results
Register now for lunch, “Theater Style,” at the Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar, August 21 from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. and learn how your business can profit and grow through sales, marketing and customer service strategies. This is the second event in the Building Blocks of Business series and our panel of highly qualified experts will share their expertise with you and provide real life examples of strategies you can take back to the office for immediate implementation and impact. You will also have the opportunity to ask the panel questions and get feedback from some of Austin’s finest marketing and sales professionals.
Sales and Marketing Professionals Include: Jerri Conrado, Marketing Edge Ventures; Casey Leaman, OneAccord; Amy Stevens, Marketing Edge Ventures; Byron Van Arsdale, ConferenceCallTraining.
Sponsored by Green Bank, Lava Studios, Sandler Sales Institute and Small Business Development Program.
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How Can Texas Win in the New Energy Economy?
Austin Energy and the Clean Energy Incubator are proud to announce the second annual Clean Energy Venture Summit, "How Can Texas Win in the New Energy Economy?" scheduled December 2-4, 2008 in Austin, Texas. The Summit will bring together leading voices from the energy, business and policy worlds to address the low-carbon world's economic impact on Texas. Texas produces more carbon than any other state. In fact, if it were once again an independent country, it would be the 8th largest greenhouse gas emitting economy on the planet.
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Come See the Hyatt's New Look at Business Connections After Hours
The Hyatt Regency Austin on Lady Bird Lake recently underwent extensive renovations. The lobby area has been designed to allow guests easier mobility to and from functions and improve networking opportunities. Come see the new sleek modern look at Business Connections After Hours on Thursday, July 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Austin, 208 Barton Springs Road. These events are open to Chamber members only and offer an opportunity to enjoy business networking in a relaxed atmosphere. Food, drinks and live music will be available to make this a business building opportunity as well as a fun evening. Register now.
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What Are The Real Facts Behind Water Supply In The Region?
The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has put together a newsletter to answer these questions and talk about the future of water availability and quality.
Is there enough today?
Will our water uses change?
Will there be enough in the future?
LCRA would like public input on what is important to you about future water supply options including diversified resources, protection of the environment, cost, reliability, efficiency, sources for economic growth and quality. Read the information flyer here and then go to www.lcra.org/watersupply to answer the survey. There will also be a public meeting in Austin on Thursday, August 7 at the LCRA Dalchau Center, 3505 Montopolis, Bldg A. Space is limited for the event. Call 1.800.776.5272 x3380 to reserve your seat.
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Why I Joined the Chamber...
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"We realize the Greater Austin Chamber will provide some excellent opportunities for us to get to know other great companies with philosophies similar to ours and to be a partner in some of the important initiatives that will greatly benefit the Austin economy and the citizens of this great city.
Chuck Lipscomb, Business Development Manager — JE Dunn South Central, Inc.
Join now and start receiving the full benefits of the networking business community. Call or email Nancy Shields at 322.5618 to sign up.
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