Educational Sessions
Saturday, October 16
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Hugh Hewitt Chapman University Law School and Talk Show Host |
We Are All Greek Now - The Ghost of Christmas Future
The Greek drama that continues to play out will undoubtedly spread to other nations in a conga line of countries heaving under the burden of more than a decade of profligacy. The United States is on the same course, with an annual deficit that has exploded from $160 billion in 2007 to at least $1.4 trillion this year. Hugh Hewitt will discuss the downward economic spiral our nation is facing and how that course will bankrupt the U.S. if serious structural changes are not implemented. He’ll discuss what sweeping changes are necessary to avoid the “Ghost of Christmas Future” scenario that is Greece.
Hugh Hewitt is a law professor and broadcast journalist whose nationally-syndicated radio show is heard in more than 120 cities across the United States every weekday afternoon by more than 2 million listeners. Since its debut in July of 2000, Hugh has conducted ground-breaking interviews with government officials from both parties and widely-respected analysts, authors and pundits.
Hugh is a frequent guest on CNN, Fox News and MSNBC, and has written for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and the Los Angeles Times. Hugh served nearly six years in the Reagan administration in a variety of posts, including Assistant Counsel in the White House and special Assistant to two Attorneys General.
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Dan Sharkey J.D., Brooks, Wilkins, Sharkey & Turco, PLLC |
Increasing Profitability Through Proactive Contract Management
Dan Sharkey will share insights into supply chain strategies for using contract leverage to gain more favorable negotiating results. Dan will cover:
- How raw material issues are being treated, negotiated and occasionally litigated throughout manufacturing supply chains;
- How types of supply contracts (quotes, purchase orders, scheduling agreements, terms & conditions, etc) allocate risks on quantity and volume issues;
- How to protect your company in commercial relationships going forward;
- Do’s and Don’ts for attempting to exit suddenly unprofitable contracts; and
- Contracts 101 for Manufacturers — how to win the “battle of forms,” the “adequate assurances” dance, and other legal landmines to avoid.
Dan Sharkey concentrates his practice in commercial, contract and environmental litigation. He has significant experience in manufacturing supply chains, construction, class actions, franchises and dealerships, insurance coverage, real estate, securities, creditors’ rights, and sales representative commission agreements. He has tried more than 50 cases in U.S. District, Bankruptcy, Military, and State courts.
Sunday, October 17
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Omar Nashashibi and John Guzik The Franklin Partnership, LLP |
A View from The Hill: 2010 Mid-Term Elections - a Power Shift?
Omar Nashashibi and John Guzik of The Franklin Partnership, PMPA’s retained lobbying firm, will present the latest information on Federal legislative and regulatory issues. Find out what’s on the horizon in terms of new legislation and what impact this could have on your business and personal life.
In the second half of this presentation, John and Omar will discuss the November elections and where those races stand with just weeks to go before ballots are cast. They’ll break down the state-by-state races from those members in attendance for U.S. Senate and House seats and answer your questions concerning all things political.
Omar Nashashibi and John Guzik are founding partners in the D.C. based lobbying firm, The Franklin Partnership. The firm has more than 50 years of combined experience in government relations activities. The Franklin Partnership represents a diverse client list including: health care, municipalities, international trade, manufacturing, defense, small businesses, energy, telecommunications, and more.
Monday, October 18
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Peter Navarro Ph.D., University of California-Irvine |
Always a Winner: Finding Your Competitive Advantage in an Up and Down Economy
How would you like to “crash proof” your company? Learn how to become your own economic forecaster to better anticipate movements and key turning points in the business cycle. During our time with Peter, he’ll not only provide us with a comprehensive economic forecast and outlook for the current economy and beyond, he’ll also teach us how to become our own economic forecaster, so we’ll never again be caught by surprise by an economic downturn.
Peter Navarro is a business professor at the University of California-Irvine and an award-winning author. Peter's articles have appeared in a wide range of publications, from Business Week, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal to Harvard Business Review, the Sloan Management Review, and the Journal of Business.
Peter's unique and internationally recognized expertise lies in his big picture application of a highly sophisticated but easily accessible macroeconomic analysis of the international business environment and financial markets for investors and corporate executives.
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| Robert Conrad and Jeff Coons Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. |
Strategies for Today's Investment Realities
- What is the right investment strategy in today’s volatile market?
- What are the trends telling us?
- How can you maximize the opportunities that exist?
Bob Conrad and Jeff Coons will answer those questions and share their expertise in investment strategies and market analysis. They’ll explain why flexible and active management are increasingly important given current risks and realities, and they will provide attendees with “take-home” information on investment opportunities that exist in the marketplace.
Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. is a full service investment advisor headquartered in Rochester, New York with regional offices in Columbus, Ohio and St. Petersburg, Florida. Manning & Napier manages approximately $25 billion in client assets for pensions, 401(k) plans, endowments, foundations, and high-net worth individuals. Founded in 1970, Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. serves clients in all 50 states and remains an employee-owned firm, with 100% of the firm owned by full-time employees.
Bob Conrad is Vice President -- Client Consultant with Manning & Napier who earned his B.S.B.A. in Finance from John Carroll University. Bob’s financial industry experience coupled with his practical business knowledge gives him a unique perspective to assist both individual and corporate clients with their investment decisions.
Jeff Coons has 24 years of experience with Manning & Napier and is currently Co-Director of Research. He has a BA in Economics from the University of Rochester, earned his Ph.D. from Temple University and holds the distinction of Chartered Financial Analyst.