AGMA - American Gear Manufacturers Association

AGMA SRN on Capitol Hill 2011

If your company is interested in doing business for the US government (directly or indirectly through a prime contractor) you should attend this meeting. The AGMA Strategic Resources Network (SRN) invites you to join them October 4 -5 as they learn how your Congressman can help your company. Learn how lobbyists work and hear directly from the Department of Transportation on plans to modernize the nation’s rail system as well as how emission standards will affect autos and trucks.

A strong agenda has been established for this event.

• A briefing by Congressman Don Manzullo, US Representative, Illinois on his work with the Manufacturing Caucus
  A meeting with staffers of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, New York to discuss a recent bill “Made in America Block Grant Program Act of 201”
  Targeted presentation by the Department of Transportation with specific information on fuel economy standards for cars and commercial trucks
  An overview on how Congress works and how you can influence legislation
  A presentation on the ins and outs of lobbying Congress
  An information session on the government’s plans to modernize the nation’s rail system.

Participants are invited to a networking reception and will have dinner on Capitol Hill.

The attendees will also serve as a focus group for ideas, suggestions, and successes relating to the Workforce Development and Employment concerns. In collaboration with the AGMA staff, the group plans on creating a list of government sponsored websites that could help in the process of securing, finding and winning government contracts.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Monday, October 3, 2011

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm      Reception at AGMA Headquarters

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

8:00 am – 9:30 am      Breakfast and Program
11:00 am – 3:00 pm    Capitol Hill Briefings & Meetings (lunch will be provided)
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm      Walking Tour of Capitol Hill
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm      Private Dinner on Capitol Hill

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

8:30 am – 11:30 am      Program in Alexandria, VA (includes breakfast)

COSTS

$350 AGMA Member
$495 Nonmember

Fees include reception on October 3; breakfast, lunch and dinner on October 4th; breakfast on October 5th, and all meeting materials.

AGMA members get priority to attend this meeting. Not an AGMA member? Call AGMA at 703-684-0211 to find out how AGMA membership can benefit your company.

HOTEL INFORMATION

Crowne Plaza Hotel Old Town Alexandria
901 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Reservations:
888-233-9527 (Mention AGMA)

Or use this link to make reservations online.

A room rate has been established at a rate of $169/single or double. This rate includes shuttle service to and from National Airport,and internet service. This rate is available until September 23, 2011, or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.

This hotel is located across the street from the AGMA Headquarter offices which will be the location of the reception on Monday evening. Other events will be held in the hotel, or on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC