Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke will be headlining the International Economic Development Council's Annual Conference, held in Reno, NV, October 4-7. Get an inside look at the Obama Administration's attempt to jump-start the economy and grow jobs.

Check out Secretary Locke's biography: http://www.iedconline.org/AnnualConference/Speakers.html#locke

Secretary Locke holds a pivotal role in both domestic economic recovery efforts as well as international trade policy. This will be your chance to gain insight from one of the federal leaders in economic development and recovery today. Hear from a top official that oversees a multitude of economic development agencies and programs that economic development professionals depend on everyday, including the EDA, Invest in America, MEP and ITA.

As the first Chinese-American to hold the role of Secretary of Commerce, Locke has a distinctly American story. Locke's father was a small business owner, operating a grocery store where Locke worked while receiving his education from Seattle's public school system. His strong work ethic and determination eventually took him to the highest office in the state of Washington, the Governorship. While Governor, he was active in economic development issues, launching the "Washington Competitiveness Council" with business and labor leaders working together to position Washington State for economic success as well as leading numerous international trade missions.

As a former governor, Secretary Locke understands the issues you and your community are facing in these tough economic times. Join IEDC in Reno this October – register today!

View the conference program: http://www.iedconline.org/AnnualConference/Program.html

Expert speakers: http://www.iedconline.org/AnnualConference/Speakers.html

Register today: http://www.iedconline.org/AnnualConference/Registration.html

Register today and take advantage of our cheaper room rates!

DEADLINE: THIS FRIDAY, JULY 10

Time is Running Out! Register today and take advantage of our Registration Special:

Register by July 10th and save $100 off the regular registration rate as well as a $79 hotel room rate. Times are tough! Take advantage of this special and save your travel budget.

Attendees will also receive a free copy of the 2008 Salary Survey Report - a $150 value - by registering and booking their hotel rooms by July 10. This is a comprehensive report of salary and compensation data from economic development professionals. It is a key tool for benchmarking your compensation to other professionals in the field and for hiring positions within your organization.

Visit our conference webpage for full promotion details: http://www.iedconline.org/AnnualConference/index.html