Bloomberg Government is pleased to announce its lineup of events for the upcoming Republican National Convention in Tampa. Bloomberg Government will be a core component of the Bloomberg Link, Bloomberg’s unique convention experience in Tampa. Our team has arranged an exciting program of events across numerous policy areas in Defense, Health Care, Energy, and Campaign Finance.
Take a look at our lineup, and we hope to see you in Tampa for what promises to be a memorable event. To register for a specific event at the RNC, please visit the official Bloomberg registration site at www.bloomberglp.com/tampa.
Politics and the Media: Bridging the Political Divide in the 2012 Elections Sunday, August 26 2:00-4:30 PM Top journalists and political strategists, including the New York Times Executive Editor Jill Abramson, Russ Schriefer from Romney for President, Charles Spies of Restore our Future, and Bloomberg Washington Editor Al Hunt, will offer candid assessments of the role media has in shaping the national political discourse, and unveil a national survey on politics and the press. In partnership with the Center in Communication Leadership & Policy at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and the Institute of Politics at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Convention Preview Breakfast Monday, August 27 9:00-10:00 AM Bloomberg News Executive Editor Susan Goldberg will be joined by top analysts and operatives to give the inside scoop on what’s happening inside the campaigns. Guests will include Matt Dowd, former chief strategist for George W. Bush’s victorious 2004 campaign, and Bloomberg columnist Margaret Carlson.
Strength vs. Sequestration: U.S. Security Posture in the Face of Budget Constraints Monday, August 27 11:00 AM-Noon A power lunch brought to you by Bloomberg Government where top defense policymakers will debate the impact of sequestration and budget cuts on U.S. defense policy, military readiness and our ability to project global power. Guests include Joseph Dyer, CEO of iRobot and Liz Cheney, Fox contributor, and former principal deputy assistant secretary of state.
Economic Development Breakfast: International Trade – Latin America, China & Beyond Tuesday, August 28 9:00-10:00 AM How can U.S. trade policy best grow the economy and create high-quality U.S. jobs? Bloomberg and the 2012 Tampa Host Committee take a look at international trade, with special attention paid to China, South and Central America, and Florida businesses reliant on transnational trade. Bloomberg Government’s Sanford Reback leads a panel that includes former Michigan Governor John Engler, president of the Business Roundtable.
Campaign Finance 2012 Policy Lunch Tuesday, August 28 11:00 AM-Noon The elections of 2012 will be unlike any other in history, as a result of the Citizens United ruling and the rise of the super-PAC. Join top analysts from Bloomberg Government to look at where money is really coming from and how it is changing the electoral landscape.
A Lunch Discussion with Governor Rick Scott of Florida Tuesday, August 28 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Governor Rick Scott has had an eventful first term in the Florida governor’s mansion. Join us for a frank discussion with the governor and Bloomberg Executive Editor Susan Goldberg, hosted in partnership with the 2012 Tampa Host Committee.
Economic Development Panel: Regulation and Restraint Tuesday, August 28 2:00-3:00 PM What is the right balance between government regulation and government restraint? It’s a question at the center of this year’s presidential campaign. This panel features former Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez, now a Citigroup vice-chairman, and Jack Gerard, president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute. It’s moderated by Bloomberg Government’s Managing Editor Mike Riley and brought to you in partnership with the 2012 Tampa Host Committee.
The New Energy Landscape: A Conversation with T. Boone Pickens Wednesday, August 29 1:00-2:30 PM Casual lunch followed by an interview with T. Boone Pickens, an American icon and a pioneer in the energy industry. Bloomberg Government’s Rob Barnett talks all things energy with this outspoken leader.
Policy Breakfast: Taking Action on Our Fiscal Challenges Thursday, August 30 9:00-10:00 AM Top policymakers and influencers are on hand to discuss the consequences of America’s national debt, and debate pragmatic solutions –including how public pressure could break the partisan fiscal logjam in Washington. Moderated by Street Smart’s Trish Regan and hosted by Bloomberg and the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Leadership Luncheon: Debt and the Economy Thursday, August 30 11:00 AM-12:30 PM What role should business have in the national debate on the debt? Can business executives do more to draw attention to the issues and offer pragmatic solutions? Join in the debate, hosted by Michael Peterson, President and COO, The Peter G. Peterson Foundation, and Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Josh Tyrangiel.
Economic Development Luncheon: America’s Emerging Workforce Thursday, August 30 12:30-1:30 PM Changing demographics mean a changing workforce. What policies can government pursue that will lead to quality jobs and economic opportunity for young people, especially young Latinos? This panel includes St. Augustine Partners President George P. Bush, Infante Zumpano Partner Daniel Diaz Leyva, and Pinnacle Technical Services CEO Nina Humrichouse. Hosted in partnership with the 2012 Tampa Host Committee.
Building Our Digital Future Panel Discussion Thursday, August 30 1:00-2:00 PM Broadband access is vital to economic growth, especially in disadvantaged urban and rural communities. Bloomberg Government presents a new study on the state and federal impact of broadband access in the U.S., and discusses opportunities and challenges associated with building our digital infrastructure. Among the panelists is former Senator John Sununu. Hosted in partnership with Broadband for America.
Education in America Panel Discussion Thursday, August 30 2:00-3:00 PM Everyone agrees education is of the utmost importance, and everyone agrees that the American educational system needs reform and improvement. A high-powered panel including former Florida Governor Jeb Bush, U.S. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, and former Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings will discuss practical ways to achieve meaningful change. Hosted in partnership with the 2012 Tampa Host Committee. |
To enhance your convention experience and ensure that you never miss an event, we have partnered with Event Farm to bring you the smartphone apps My2012Tampa and My2012Charlotte.
Accessible via My2012Conventions.com and from the iTunes, Android, and Blackberry App stores, these apps not only feature a master events calendar, but also enable you to swap tickets, explore the host cities, and leverage social media on the fly — all from your smartphone. The apps also will highlight proprietary BGOV and Bloomberg content tailored specifically for the conventions.
The BGOV Team