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Events be part of the conversation. be part of the solution. 2017 policy summit — make plans now to attend Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum Sept. 19 - 21 Our three-day summit returns to Suncadia Resort to continue AWB’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the business community. A networking reception kicks off the event that features multiple breakout sessions with a variety of content choices to fit your interests, with the addition of federal affairs updates. It culminates with an exclusive keynote presentation attendees won’t forget. 2017 manufacturing summit — save the date Emerald City Trapeze, Seattle Oct. 5 This summit highlights manufacturing, the next generation of workforce and new technologies in Washington state. Interact with students and business leaders from around the state who are charting the course for the future of manufacturing. And, don’t miss the presentation of awards for green manufacturing, operational excellence, innovation and Manufacturer of the Year. 2017 rural jobs summit Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake Oct. 23-24 Following up on this spring’s successful one-day Rural Jobs Summit, this two-day gathering will continue exploring the urban-rural economic divide and looking for solutions that will bring jobs to all corners of Washington. 2017 evening of excellence — save the date Benaroya Hall, Seattle Nov. 29 Our second annual Evening of Excellence will celebrate busi- ness leaders across the state in style. This formal event is AWB’s chance to acknowledge and thank you — our mem- bers — for the work you have done to support AWB as the catalytic leader and unifying voice for economic prosperity throughout Washington state and to acknowledge the hard work employers do to improve lives and create opportunity. 2017 d.c. fly-in Washington D.C. Dec. 4 - 6 Group gathered at Motif Seattle on March 22, 2017. It’s more important than ever that your voice is heard in both Washington state and Washington, D.C. Join AWB and your fellow industry leaders in Washington, D.C., to have the voice of Washington state be heard by members of Congress and the president’s administration. For questions, contact Kelli Schueler at [email protected] or 360.943.1600.