BUSINESS DAY IN MADISON 2010
The Premier Legislative Conference in Wisconsin

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Monona Terrace Convention & Community Center
One John Nolen Drive, Madison

Registration Fee: $100
Tables of 8 are also available for purchase

• FAX BACK REGISTRATION

Business Day in Madison brings business leaders - from sole proprietors to major corporations - together with policymakers to discuss the most important issues facing our state.

In these challenging economic times, it is more important than ever for the business community to help policymakers understand what it will take to strengthen the economy and create jobs in Wisconsin.

PROGRAM AGENDA

7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Registration

Continental Breakfast sponsored by:

9:00 a.m.	Opening Session	Charlie Cook, Political Analyst & Pollster, Author
10:30 a.m.	Break	Capitol Visits & Agency Secretary Meet-and-Greet
12:00 p.m.	Luncheon & Keynote Address	Dee Dee Myers & Dana Perino
1:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m.	Democrat Candidate Remarks Republican Candidate Remarks	Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Milwaukee County Executive Scott Walker
2:30 p.m.	Health Care Experts Panel	Mary Grealy Karen Timberlake John Torinus Moderator: David Haynes

GUEST SPEAKERS

BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE WHITE HOUSE - A new administration, a Democratic-controlled Congress, a perceived shift in public attitude, and a clamoring for regulatory changes in health care, labor law and the financial sector are the political realities confronting Amerca and the business community. Former White House Press Secretaries from both the Clinton and Bush Administrations will give the keynote address. They will call on their experience in the White House to communicate a clear and precise picture of the current political climate in America today.

Dana Perino
Former White House
Press Secretary for
President George W. Bush
Chief Issues Counselor, Burson-Marsteller Public Relations

Dee Dee Myers
Former White House Press Secretary for
President Bill Clinton
Author, Why Women Should Rule the World
Political Analyst and Commentator

Keynote Sponsored by:

WHERE IS AMERICA GOING POLITICALLY? The opening speaker for 2010, Charlie Cook, is a leading Washington pollster and political analyst. Mr. Cook will offer his insights on the changing political landscape and what is on the mind of the electorate. His presentation will focus on the broad implications of the most recent political decisions coming from the Obama White House, parse Congressional agendas, and provide perceptive commentary on policymaking in Washington.

Charlie Cook

Author, Cook Political Report and Respected
Authority on U.S. Elections and Political Trends

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

A Health Care Panel featuring prominent speakers will offer an objective update on where things stand in the State Capitol and in Congress, and what to look for in the weeks and months ahead.

Panelists:
Mary Grealy, President, Health Care Leadership Council
Secretary Karen Timberlake, Wisconsin Department of Health Services
John Torinus, Chairman, Serigraph, Inc.
Moderator: David Haynes, Deputy Editorial Page Editor, specializing in business and economic issues, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Panel sponsored by:

GOVERNOR CANDIDATE REMARKS : Candidates for governor, Tom Barrett and Scott Walker, have accepted invitations to deliver remarks about their vision for the future of Wisconsin. Speaking separately, Barrett and Walker will outline their ideas on how to create jobs in Wisconsin and foster economic growth. Barrett, a democrat, serves as Mayor of Milwaukee and Walker, a republican, is the Milwaukee County Executive.

Session sponsored by:

2010 Program Emcee : Dr. James Baughman, former Director of the University of Wisconsin School of Journalism and Mass Communications

2010 Partnering Organizations

FAX BACK REGISTRATION

Registration Fee: $100
Tables of 8 are also available for purchase

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
There is a block of rooms reserved at the Hilton Hotel of Madison at a single rate of $119/night. When making your reservation, please mention you are with the Business Day in Madison program. Please be sure to reserve your room by January 23rd, as that is the last day you will be able to get the reduced rate.
Call 608-255-5100. DEADLINE EXTENDED: January 30, 2010!!!

PROGRAM CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations in writing are accepted until February 1, 2010 and will qualify for a 75% refund. "No-shows" who have not prepaid will be invoiced for the total registration fee. Substitutions are accepted at any time.

TRANSPORTATION
There is shuttle service available from the Alliant Energy Center, South Parking Lot, to the Monona Terrace. Service begins at 7:00 a.m. and runs every 15 minutes, until 5:30 p.m. Shuttle service to the Capitol is also available during legislative visits.
Transportation sponsored by: Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association

Directions to Alliant Energy Center

SPECIAL NEEDS
Accomoodations for persons with disabilities or dietary needs may be made if requested and feasible.

Questions? Call Jane Algiers or Amber Schroeder at 608-258-3400.