Early education leads to economic growth...
Tim Bartik, Senior Economist at the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research will give a fact filled presentation to Chamber members about the importance of early childhood education and how it affects today’s economic growth and workplace development. Where does Michigan rank in early childhood development and what does all of this mean for the Muskegon County's economy?
Then, learn first hand how education has enhanced the careers of this year's Hometown Heroes...
- Amy Plaster - 1984 graduate of Mona Shore High School. Amy is the executive director of federal affairs for CMS Energy (Consumers) in Washington DC.
- Steve Rinella - 1992 graduate of Reeths Puffer High School. Steve is a well published journalist and host of the Travel Channel's 'The Wild Within'.
- Ed Garner - 1977 graduate of Muskegon Heights High School. Ed is the president and CEO of Muskegon Area First.
PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION...Shoreline Inn & Conference Center
REGISTER EARLY...SPACE IS LIMITED
EVENT DETAILS:
Friday, October 21, 2011
7:00 a.m. - Registration/Networking
7:30 – 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast/Program
Shoreline Inn & Conference Center
750 Terrace Point
Cost: $16/members, $26/future members