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Impact Napa Conference registration closes this week

August 18, 2008 – More than 250 people have registered for the first Impact Napa 2008 Conference targeting issues affecting business and the economy in Napa County.

The registration deadline for the Aug. 26 morning conference is this Friday.

The conference will begin with a keynote speech on a subject at the forefront of everyone's minds -- the economy. Dr. Robert Eyler, chair of the Economics Department at Sonoma State University and director of the Center for Regional Economic Analysis, will give a local economic overview, focusing on how national and statewide issues are playing out in Napa.

A panel discussion will follow, with attention on the leading areas influencing Napa County's business community. Speakers include:

• Joe Peatman of the Gasser Foundation will talk about developments and need-to-know information in the vital emerging field of sustainability.

• Jeri Hansen-Gill of NewLevel Group and acting CEO of the Napa Valley Conference & Visitors Bureau will outline opportunities in developing a destination brand strategy.

• Pat Stotesbery, chair of the Napa Valley Vintners and owner of Ladera Vineyards, will address wine industry regulatory and water issues.

• Keith Rogal of Rogal + Walsh + Mol will tackle the subject of project development – navigating pitfalls and keys to success.

• Napa County Executive Officer Nancy Watt will discuss challenges and new efforts in housing, jobs, transportation and the budget.

The event will be held Tuesday, August 26 at the Napa Valley Marriott in Napa. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., and the program runs from 8:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Tickets are $35 per person or $250 for a table of 10, including continental breakfast. To register, contact Linda Perkins at 707-521-5264 or events@busjrnl.com by August 22, or go to

www.NorthBayBusinessJournal.com.