Mayor to Speak About Economic Growth at Executives' Club of Chicago Breakfast

CHICAGO, Nov. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Mayor Rahm Emanuel will speak to over 1,600 professionals at a breakfast organized by The Executives' Club of Chicago on Tuesday, November 8th.

The Mayor's remarks will focus on economic growth in Chicago; specifically the role the public sector plays in creating conditions for private sector business development and job growth.

In his first months in office, Mayor Emanuel has helped bring more than 8,000 private-sector jobs to Chicago. He has taken steps to advance Chicago as a destination for international corporations and small businesses, initiating reforms to ensure transparency and accountability in City government, redeploying over 1,000 police officers to Chicago's neighborhoods, and working to improve our public schools.

"As an organization dedicated to advancing Chicago as an important international economic center, The Executives' Club is proud to host the Mayor", said David Nelms, Chairman and CEO of Discover Financial Services and Chair of The Executives' Club's Board.

Attendees include leaders of Chicago's major companies – many of whom are Executives' Club members, city and state officials, and the public.

Recent Executives' Club forums have featured international and local thought leaders such as the International Monetary Fund's Managing Director Christine Lagarde, Kraft Foods' Chairman and CEO Irene Rosenfeld, and Jeff Smisek, CEO of United Continental Holdings.

About The Executives' Club of Chicago

The Executives' Club of Chicago is a business forum for thought leadership, education and best business practices. Founded in 1911, the EC is one of the oldest and most respected business organizations in the Midwest. The Club serves the community by providing information and resources needed to establish effective global partnerships, enhance intellectual exchange, develop future diverse business leaders and promote Chicago as a world class business center.

SOURCE The Executives' Club of Chicago

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