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NASHVILLE – A list of sessions for the 55th Annual Governor’s Conference on Economic and Community Development is now available online at www.tnecd.gov. The sessions will cover a broad range of subject matter relevant to local leaders, elected officials and development professionals.

A presentation by representatives from Google Earth, practical advice for entrepreneurs and insight into the site selection process are just a few of the exciting offerings planned for the conference. Other topics will include the effects of the weakening dollar, strategies for reaching out to lawmakers, promoting tourism development, effective water management, the evolution of alternative energy and the particulars of Tennessee’s business incentives.

“The sessions at this year’s Governor’s Conference are some of the most practical and most timely that we’ve ever offered,” said Matt Kisber, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. “We’re bringing in top authorities and recognized experts in the fields that impact communities at the most basic level. Anyone who plays a role in the government or development industries will leave these sessions equipped for meaningful progress.” 

The Governor’s Conference will be held Sept. 15-16 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville. Highlights will include addresses by FORTUNE Magazine Managing Editor Andy Serwer at the Commissioner’s Luncheon Sept. 15 and Governor Phil Bredesen at the Governor’s Luncheon Sept. 16 and a recognition ceremony for Three-Star and Main Street Communities that have achieved certification. 

Along with the session topics, registration for the conference is available at www.tnecd.gov. Special hotel rates are available for the conference, and details are also on the Web site. 

For more information about the 55th Annual Governor’s Conference, log on or call (615) 253-1390. 

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