The U.S. Small Business Administration is pleased to announce the next National Small Business Week May 18-22, 2009.
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Bryan L. Brendle
Director, Energy and Resources Policy
The National Association of Manufacturers
Bryan Brendle serves as the NAM’s Director of Energy and Resources Policy issues, focusing on federal legislation related to expansion of domestic energy supplies and air quality. Prior to joining the NAM in early 2005, Mr. Brendle worked as the Director of Government Relations for the Washington, DC firm of Baise & Miller, representing clients before the Congress and federal agencies primarily on environmental matters. Mr. Brendle has also worked with the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games and the Heritage Foundation. A native Texan, Mr. Brendle earned a Bachelor of Arts from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia and a Juris Doctor from Mercer Law School in Georgia.
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Energy Forum: “Meeting the Energy Challenge: Impacts & Opportunities for Small Business”
This panel will consist of a discussion with various small business executives concerning current energy policy and its impact on U.S. energy security, the industrial & agriculture sectors, small business and consumers. A CEA representative will also discuss national communications and outreach. The panel serves to provide a good perspective on energy prices and the impact of energy prices on small businesses around the nation. Panelists will also discuss the importance of creating comprehensive energy policy that guarantees secure and affordable energy for small business, agriculture and manufacturers by properly balancing the near-term use of traditional sources, the long-term development of alternatives and improved energy efficiency and conservation.
Our Generous 2008 Co-Sponsors:
Disclaimer: The U.S. Small Business Administration's participation in this cosponsored activity does not constitute an express or implied endorsement of any cosponsor's, donor's, grantee's, contractor's or participant's opinions, products, or services. All SBA programs and cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested at least 2 weeks in advance, by contacting sbw@sba.gov. Cosponsorship Authorization # SBW 2009.
