Roundtable: “Messaging the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009”

Wondering how to develop successful press events around elements of the economic recovery package?

Feeling overwhelmed by the numerous funding announcements you’re receiving and not sure how to make sure each one has a significant local impact?

Wanting to work more closely with the Administration on in-district economic recovery announcements?

Wondering if you should designate an economic recovery point person in your office?

Not sure how to create an effective economic recovery resource guide?

Please join us for the second DCNet Roundtable Discussion on messaging the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Friday, April 3rd
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

The roundtable discussion will begin with brief remarks by:
Brendan Daly, Speaker Pelosi’s Office
Rodell Molineux, Senate Majority Leader Reid’s Office
Nkenge Harmon, Communications Director for Senator Debbie Stabenow
Jeff Sharp, Select Committee on Global Warming

Following the remarks, we will break down into smaller groups with other communicators for a discussion of best practices for messaging the economic recovery package including how to set up effective in-district press events, how to highlight specific funding awards in your community, how measure and communicate the positive impact the recovery package is having on your district, and what pitfalls to avoid when discussing the economic recovery package.