Dear Friends: Each day, we are faced with rapidly changing technology, information overload and customers who have higher expectations. As the next century races to the starting line, Wisconsin businesses and government must be equipped to manage chaos and meet new challenges. Wisconsin is a leader. Our state is the most visionary and vibrant in America.

• We are leading the race in economic vitality.
• Our drive and determination are successfully moving families out of poverty and into self-supporting jobs with W-2.
• We are launching new initiatives to better train workers for the skilled jobs of tomorrow.
• We are creating new jobs - leading the Midwest in five-year growth for manufacturing Positions.
• We are cutting taxes and raising the standard of living equally for all Wisconsinites.

At the 1999 Governors Conference on Economic Development, we will team up to develop a well-oiled strategy that will help us maneuver effectively and meet new challenged, head-on. Join us to recharge your batteries, and gain new perspectives on leadership, the economy and winning in the new world of business.

Buckle up and start your engine. Don't miss this opportunity to capture the competitive spirit and chalk up a win for your organization, community and the state of Wisconsin. Reserve your seat for February 11 and 12 in Madison.

A variety of professionals will benefit from the Governor's Conference on Economic Development, including: economic developers; business owners and managers; real estate developers and brokers; elected officials; bankers; and representatives from technical colleges and universities.

Complete and return the registration form. Take advantage of the early-bird deadline. Register by January 15 and pay only $135. After January 15, the cost is $185. We encourage registration by February 1 to ensure we can accommodate all participants.

The Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA) fosters economic development in the state of Wisconsin by providing leadership in defining and advocating economic development initiatives by continually striving to develop the professional practice of economic development.

Wednesday, February 10, 1999 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Early registration 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. WEDA kick-off reception: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 11 Friday, February 12

Thank you to our sponsors. Your generous support makes it possible to offer a quality conference at an affordable price for participants.