GTCN Convening 2021

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Global Talent Chamber Network Virtual Convening 2021

Chamber Leadership: A Modern Workforce for a Changing Economy

Join NAE and chambers from across the country for a unique
online peer-to-peer learning opportunity

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Session I
1:00 – 2:10 pm ET / 12:00 – 1:10 pm CT / 10:00 – 11:10 am PT

The Immigration Landscape: Partnerships in Reform

Chambers around the country have built partnerships with local government, civic groups, and the broader business community in order to move the needle on immigration issues. Hear from NAE staff and guest speakers on insights into the current federal immigration landscape, how to identify and engage the best partners for your immigration policy agenda, and how to utilize NAE data to make the case for immigration reform. 

Speakers: 

  • Introduction: Mo Kantner, Director, State and Local Initiatives, New American Economy
    Why We’re Here: The Economic Imperative for Immigration Reform
  • Keynote speaker: Felicia Escobar Carrillo, Chief of Staff, USCIS
    Updates from the Biden Administration
  • Keynote speaker: Doug Rand, Senior Counselor to the Director, USCIS
    State of Play on Employment-Based Immigration
  • Jeremy Robbins, Executive Director, New American Economy
    Federal Immigration Landscape: Legislative Updates from DC and Opportunities for Chamber Engagement

Session II
2:20 – 3:15 pm ET / 1:20 – 2:15 pm CT / 11:20 – 12:15 pm PT

Equitable Recovery and Sustainable Growth: Peer Lessons from Chambers on the Strength of Partnerships

Chambers have significant experience with developing programs, ranging from international student retention to small business development support. Join our panel of chambers for a timely discussion on strategies in navigating partnerships to leveraging resources and funding — like the American Rescue Plan — and how to engage and support member employers in growing and retaining their workforce.

Speakers: 

  • Jonathan Weinhagen, President & CEO, Minneapolis Regional Chamber
  • Amy R. Murdock, Director of Government Affairs, Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
  • Kenia Zamarripa, Executive Director – International Business Affairs, San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce

3:15 – 3:30 pm ET / 2:15 – 2:30 pm CT / 12:15 – 12:30 PT

Next Steps – Advocacy Opportunities and Resources

Hear from New American Economy staff on opportunities of advocacy, calls to action, and resources available to the Global Talent Chamber Network.

Speaker: 

  • Asma Easa, Senior Policy Fellow, State and Local Initiatives, New American Economy
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