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Sequestration Guide for Regional Businesses
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In February, the Greater Washington Board of Trade convened several experts for a series of roundtable discussions to candidly discuss how they were preparing for sequestration. The Washington Post’s Capital Business team took part in these sessions and asked questions to help independently produce a sequestration guide. It is designed to help you and your team navigate the real challenges facing businesses all across Greater Washington.
Deborah Perry Piscione Offers Insight into Silicon Valley
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On Friday, April 12th, the Board of Trade welcomed Deborah Perry Piscione, entrepreneur, media commentator and author of the new book, Secrets of Silicon Valley: What Everyone Else Can Learn From the Innovation Capital of the World. In the last two years, more than 100 incubators have popped up in Silicon Valley, and the number of angel investors has skyrocketed. Ms. Piscione shared insights on technology, education, business and leadership as well as many of the distinctive characteristics that can be adapted to this region for the same revolutionary effect.
Washington Nationals Welcomed Back at the 4th Annual Luncheon
On April 10th, the Washington Nationals joined the Board of Trade and more than 300 attendees for a memorable lunch to kick off the 2013 season. Guests enjoyed an exclusive opportunity to hear from owners and management as well as to sit with players and coaches at each table. A special panel, featuring General Manager Mike Rizzo (left), third baseman Ryan Zimmerman (center), Washington Nationals' manager Davey Johnson (right), and first baseman Adam LaRoche, offered a firsthand look at the team and how they're preparing for another great season.
Michelle Rhee Addresses Business Community
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On Monday, March 25th, the Board of Trade welcomed Michelle Rhee, former chancellor of DC public schools and founder and CEO of StudentsFirst, for a conversation on her new book, Radical: Fighting to Put Students First. Rhee shared from her own life story and her plan for better American schools, detailing her extraordinary experiences in education: her years of teaching in inner-city Baltimore; her turbulent tenure as chancellor of Washington, DC public schools; and her current role as CEO of StudentsFirst, a political advocacy organization for education reform.
Sequestration: Scenario Planning to Assist Companies in Preparing for Sequestration
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To equip and inform regional businesses, the Board of Trade assembled a special program on the pending Federal Sequestration budget cuts, which aim to reduce the federal deficit by $1.2 trillion starting next year, with a $110 billion cut in federal agency funding. On September 18th, speakers addressed the implications of Sequestration cuts for the government contracting industry, real estate, banking, and more. Attendees gained practical insight for how to scenario plan and identify opportunities within the shifting marketplace, in light of continued uncertainty. Speakers included: Dr. John Hillen, President & CEO, Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc. & Vice Chairman, Professional Services Council; Peter Marcin, Executive Director, Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. Peter Knickerbocker, Senior Vice President, Senior Client Manager, Bank of America; Peter Mandanis, Senior Vice President Government & Technology Team Lead, SunTrust Bank; Marjorie Censer, The Washington Post; Kevin Brancato, Defense Analyst, Bloomberg Government; Rob Levinson, Defense Analyst, Bloomberg Government; and Deborah Nixon, Partner, Ernst & Young LLP.