Public Broadcasting System (PBS) CEO to Address The Detroit Economic Club

Public Broadcasting System (PBS) CEO to Address The Detroit Economic Club

DETROIT, Sept. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Economic Club is pleased to host Paula Kerger, president & CEO, Public Broadcasting System (PBS) on Thursday, September 18, 2008. The speech will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will be held at the Detroit Marriott in the Renaissance Center, Detroit, MI.

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The Detroit Economic Club was formed in 1934 as a platform for the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It is known internationally as a top speaking forum for prominent business and government leaders, who address members and their guests at the Club's 35 meetings a season. With more than 3,000 members, the DEC is about vital issues, prominent voices, a commitment to education and inspiring leadership. The DEC is proud to have hosted every sitting U.S. President since Richard Nixon and proud to be ranked among the top speaking platforms in the world. Admission: $40 for DEC members, $50 for guests of members and $75 for nonmembers. Register at www.econclub.org .

Source: The Detroit Economic Club

CONTACT: Jessica Wayland of The Detroit Economic Club,
+1-313-963-8547, or +1-313-917-8149 (mobile)

Web site: http://www.econclub.org/

NOTE TO EDITORS: For media registration, contact Jessica Wayland at 313-963-8547 or register at www.econclub.org .

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