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PNWER Economic Leadership Forum
Nov. 14-17, 2012
Coeur d'Alene Resort: 115 S. 2nd St.
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
The Annual Economic Leadership Forum provides an opportunity for local, state, and provincial leaders in both the public and private sectors to carry out in-depth, focused discussions on key subjects effecting our regional economy. Here are some of the leaders you'll hear from at the meeting: Keynote Speakers  Sen. Mike Crapo, U.S. Senate, Idaho (via teleconference), is a lifelong Idahoan and third-term U.S. Senator for Idaho. Senator Crapo serves as the fifth-ranking Republican on the Senate Finance Committee, giving Idaho an added voice in legislation that impacts their daily lives. This committee has a strong influence on what tax structure our country uses, how to execute certain health and human services programs and implementation of reciprocal trade agreements. [Read full bio]. Dr. Laura Dawson, President, Dawson Strategic, provides advice to business on cross-border trade, market access and regulatory services. Previously, she served as senior adviser on U.S.-Canadian economic affairs at the United States Embassy in Ottawa. As a specialist in U.S. - Canada economic relations, Dawson contributed to the launch of the U.S.-Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council, the Border Vision and Strategy, and the bilateral Government Procurement Agreement. [Read Full Bio]  Lt. Gov. Brad Little, was appointed Idaho's 37th Lieutenant Governor on January 6, 2009. A native of Emmett in Gem County, Little is a third-generation Idahoan. He has dedicated his life and career to continuing both his family's ranching interests and its history of service to the people of Idaho. A graduate of the University of Idaho, Little has strived to be a good steward of the land as well as a responsible citizen. He has succeeded in both areas by encouraging sustainable agriculture and by getting involved in public policy from a young age. [Read full bio] 
Jeff Morris, Director, PNWER's Energy Horizon Program, is recognized as one of the most prominent leaders on energy and technology policy. He serves on two national energy task forces, one on transmission and as co-chair of another on energy strategy. As Principal of Energy Horizon LLC, Mr. Morris directs the Pacific Northwest Economic Region's Energy Portfolio. The U.S. Department of Energy has recognized Mr. Morris' work by naming him a "West Coast Power Player."
 As a former provincial Minister of the Environment, Barry Penner, Q.C., has extensive knowledge of legislative processes and policy-making across government, particularly in the area of environmental regulation and energy development. He most recently served as Attorney General of British Columbia and also served as Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation. Mr. Penner was an elected Member of British Columbia's Legislative Assembly (MLA) for almost 16 years, before joining the international law firm of Davis LLP as a Strategic Advisor. [Read Full Bio]
Dr. Christopher Sands is a Senior Fellow at Hudson Institute, where he specializes on Canada and U.S.-Canadian relations, as well as North American economic integration. He is also a professorial lecturer at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, an adjunct professor in Government at the American University School of Public Affairs, and lectures at the Foreign Service Institute of the U.S. Department of State and for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
 Dr. Edmund O. Schweitzer, III is recognized as a pioneer in digital protection and holds the grade of Fellow of the IEEE, a title bestowed on less than one percent of IEEE members. In 2002, he was elected a member of the National Academy of Engineering. Dr. Schweitzer received the 2012 Medal in Power Engineering, the highest award given by IEEE, for his leadership in revolutionizing the performance of electrical power systems with computer-based protection and control equipment. Additional Speakers by Session: Border and Regulatory Cooperation: Year Two - Bays 5 & 6. The session will explore questions including: Where are we after year one of the Beyond the Border and Regulatory Cooperation Council? What have we learned? What do we need to go forward?
- Dr. Don Alper, Border Policy Research Institute, Western Washington University
- Cristina Falcone, Public Affairs, UPS Canada
- Dan Joyce, Executive Director, Strategic Development of Rocky Mountaineer
- Alan Langford, Attaché U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Ron Nilson, President, Ground Force Mfg.
- Kevin O'Shea, Assistant Secretary, Border Action Plan Implementation, Privy Council Office
- Consul General Denis Stevens, Consulate General of Canada, Seattle
Roundtable Discussion on Innovation Principles - Casco Bay. Review working group purpose statement and goals, plan objectives and goals for the Anchorage Annual Summit, discussion of innovation principals/roadmap for the region.
- Alana DeLong, MLA, Alberta
- Dave Zepponi, President, Northwest Food Processors Association
Invasive Species - Bays 5 & 6. A look at the economic impact of invasive species on the region and how to champion invasive species control.
- Rep. Eric Anderson, Idaho Legislature
- Amy Ferriter, Invasive Species Coordinator, Idaho Department of Agriculture
- Phil Rockefeller, Council Member, Northwest Power and Conservation Council
- Mark Sytsma, Associate Vice-president for Research, Portland State University
- Gail Wallin, Executive Director, Invasive Species Council of British Columbia
Energy - Bays 5 & 6. Session will include a report out on the Energy Storage Coalition and a panel composed of legislators addressing the following questions: What is the most significant energy issue your legislature will address this year? In your opinion, what is the most important energy issue in the region? Which area do you wish you had more information on? What important energy issue will your legislature will not address?
- Rep. Deb Boone, Oregon House of Representatives
- Rep. George Eskridge, Idaho House of Representatives
- Sen. Lesil McGuire, Alaska State Senate
- Sen. Curt McKenzie, Idaho State Senate
- Hon. David Ramsay, Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Minister of Transportation, Northwest Territories
- Sen. Kevin Ranker, Washington State Senate
- Len Webber, MLA, Alberta
Transportation - Bays 5 & 6, Coeur d'Alene Resort. Featuring a Federal update on Map 21; information on Idaho's strategic plan; economic opportunity, economic analysis and freight study; a panel discussion on addressing regional, multi-modal rail system capacity and facilitated group discussion with all attendees: How do we collaborate to address regional transportation bottlenecks?
- Bruce Agnew, Director, Cascadia Center
- John Brown, Senior Vice President, Special Projects, Watco Companies LLC
- Larry Ehl, Publisher/Principal at Transportation Issues Daily
- Terry Finn, Director of Government Affairs, BNSF Railway
- Maureen Gresham, Freight and Special Projects, Idaho Transportation Department
- Dan Harbeke, Director of Public Affairs, Union Pacific Railroad
- Sen. Curt McKenzie, Idaho State Senate
- John Sibold, Rail Director, WSDOT
- Scott Stokes, Chief Deputy, Idaho Transportation Department
- Jerry Whitehead, Idaho Transportation Board Chairman
- Colleen Weatherford, Director of Public Private Partnerships, BNSF Railway
Workforce Development - Casco Bay, Coeur d'Alene Resort. Featuring a panel on tapping regional talent to fill cross-border workforce gaps, an update on Alberta outreach programs in Seattle and a panel on meeting workforce training challenges in the region. Please see the following L.A. Times article, "Canada looks to lure energy workers from the U.S." to learn more about this important topic.
- Sen. Cathy Giessel, Alaska State Senate
- Steven Griffitts, President, Jobs Plus
- Ricia Lasso, Regional Business Specialist, Idaho Department of Labor
- Colin Smith, Past President, APEGBC
- Mike Wo, Executive Director, Edmonton Economic Development Corporation
Arctic Caucus Work Session - Kidd Island. Featuring a planning Meeting for 2013 Arctic Caucus Events, Yellowknife Capitol Visit, February 2013 and the 2013 PNWER Summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
- Hon. David Ramsay, Northwest Territories
- Sen. Lesil McGuire, Alaska State Senate
Plenary on the Economy - Bays 5 & 6, Coeur d'Alene Resort. Featuring a state and provincial economic forecast and a business leaders' panel on the economy.
- Grant Forsyth, Chief Economist, Avista Corp.
- Dan Kirschner, Executive Director, Northwest Gas Association
- Matt McCoy, International Trade Alliance
- Tom Power, President, Sunshine Minting
- Steve Wilson, President and CEO, Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce
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