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Olympia Business Review - Episode 20: Legislative Session Review (Part Two)

danb@awb.org — Fri, 1 May 2009 23:48:00 GMT

Don Brunell, president of the Association of Washington Business, and Richard Davis, coordinator for the Washington Alliance for a Competitive Economy, review the 2009 legislative session. They discuss the different tax and competitiveness issues the Washington State Legislature faced in the 2009 session. Issues covered: competitiveness, unemployment insurance, taxes, state budget, aerospace industry

Check out part one of our legislative review with Don Brunell and Gary Chandler, vice president of government affairs for AWB. That podcast covers employment and environmental issues.

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 20: Legislative Session Review (Part One)

danb@awb.org — Fri, 1 May 2009 17:37:00 GMT

Don Brunell, president of the Association of Washington Business, and Gary Chandler, vice president of government affairs for AWB, review the 2009 legislative session. They discuss the different employment and environmental issues the Washington State Legislature faced in the 2009 session. Issues covered: Worker Privacy Act/card check, workers' compensation, retro programs, unemployment insurance, energy, renewable energies, I-937, climate change and, the Western Climate Initiative

Check out part two of our legislative review with Don Brunell and Richard Davis, coordinator of the Washington Alliance for a Competitive Economy. That podcast will cover taxes and competitiveness.

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 19: Brunellâs view on Washington aerospace study.

danb@awb.org — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:03:00 GMT

Don Brunell, president of the Association of Washington Business, gives his perspective on the Deloitte Consulting aerospace competitiveness study. According to the findings, aerospace investments are bypassing Washington state for the more cost-competitive states like the Carolinas, Kansas and Texas. The study cites strikes, high workers compensation and unemployment insurance costs, a lack of coordinated worker training and education programs and infrastructure as the main reasons why aerospace companies are not coming to Washington state.

Key words: aerospace, economy, unemployment insurance, workers compensation, competitiveness, worker training, education, unionization, union relations.

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 18: 2009 Midsession Legislative Review

danb@awb.org — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:55:00 GMT

In episode 18 of the Olympia Business Review, host Dan Brunell is joined by Don Brunell (AWB president) and Gary Chandler (AWB VP of Governmental Affairs) to discuss the first half of the 2009 legislative session. They also discuss some of the topics which will define this session.

Issues covered: Budget, taxes, environment, cap and trade, energy, unemployment insurance, conformity, card check, unionization, gage rule

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Lobby Lunch Series 2009 - #3: State Chief Economist Dr. Arun Raha

danb@awb.org — Thu, 5 Mar 2009 23:12:00 GMT

AWB Communications Vice President Jocelyn McCabe sat down today with Dr. Arun Raha, Washington state's chief economist and executive director of the state Economic and Revenue Forecast Council. During today's podcast interview, they discussed the current economic slowdown and its effect on Washington state.

You can also download Dr. Raha's presentation from today's Lobby Lunch.

Issues covered: revenue,economy,budget, federal stimulus

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AWB Vice President Jocelyn McCabe sits down with Dr. Arun Raha, Washington' state chief economist and executive director of the state Revenue Forcast Council. They discuss the current economic slowdown and what affect it has on Washington state.

Issues covered: revenue, economy, budget, federal stimulus

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 17: Wellness Programs

danb@awb.org — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 22:46:00 GMT

In episode 17 of the Olympia Business Review, host Dan Brunell is joined by Don Conant of Valley Nut & Bolt. They discuss SB6019 which would allow insurers to give discounts to small employers with proven wellness programs.

Issues covered: Health Care, wellness programs

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 16: Representative Cathy McMorris-Rogers

danb@awb.org — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:25:00 GMT

In episode 16 of the Olympia Business Review, host Jocelyn McCabe is joined by U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rogers (R-WA).

Issues covered: Federal stimulus package, housing assistance, economy, cap and trade, environment, energy, hydroelectric power, education/No Child Left Behind, U.S. Congressional leadership.

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Lobby Lunch Series 2009 - #2: Rep. Gary Alexander

danb@awb.org — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:47:00 GMT

AWB Vice President Jocelyn McCabe sits down with Ranking Minority member of the House Ways and Means Representative Gary Alexander to discuss the 2009 budget.

Issues covered: budget, taxes

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Lobby Lunch Series 2009 - #1: Rep. Richard DeBolt and Sen. Linda Evans Parlette

danb@awb.org — Thu, 5 Feb 2009 23:59:00 GMT

AWB Vice President Jocelyn McCabe sits down with Senate Republican Chairwoman Linda Evans Parlette and House Minority Leader Representative Richard DeBolt to discuss their caucuses priorities for the 2009 Legislative session.

Issues covered: budget, economy, cap and trade, environment, permiting, competitiveness, taxes, health care.

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 15: Governor Gregoire Stimulus Package

danb@awb.org — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:40:00 GMT

In this episode, host Dan Brunell and AWB President Don Brunell discuss the Governor Gregoire recently announced economic stimulus package and the concerns that AWB has with the plan.

Issues covered: Economic Stimulus Package, Unemployment Insurance

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 14: Streamlined Sales Tax Update

danb@awb.org — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:41:00 GMT

In this episode of the Olympia Business Review host Dan Brunell and Amber Carter discuss the Streamlined Sales Tax. They cover how it performing and what changes we would like to see to the system in the 2009 session.

Issues covered: Streamlined Sales Tax

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 13: Workers Compensation Rate Increase

danb@awb.org — Mon, 8 Dec 2008 17:29:00 GMT

In this episode of the Olympia Business Review host Dan Brunell and Kris Tefft discuss the recent hike in Workers Compensation rates in Washington state.

Issues covered: Workers Compensation, Economy

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Olympia Business Review - Episode 12: State Budget Shortfall

danb@awb.org — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:18:00 GMT

In this episode of the Olympia Business Review host AWB President Don Brunell and WASHACE Coordinator Richard Davis discuss the projected budget shortfall for the state of Washington. They also discuss the ramifications of this shortfall on Washingtons economy, infrastructure, and government operations.

Issues covered: budget, deficit, education funding, performance audit, collective bargaining agreement, taxes

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Eleven: M&E exemption

danb@awb.org — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:14:00 GMT

Host AWB President Don Brunell and WASHACE Coordinator Richard Davis discuss the importance of the M&E exemption to Washington's manufacturing sector.

Issues covered: M&E exemption, manufacturing

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Ten: Look Back at the Election and Looking Ahead to 2009 Legislative Session.

danb@awb.org — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:46:00 GMT

In episode ten of the Olympia Business Review host Jocelyn McCabe and Gary Chandler discuss the 2008 election what could be coming in 2009 for both the Washington state Legislature and the US Congress. They also discuss AWB efforts going forward towards the 2009 Washington state legislative session.

Issues covered: 2008 election, 2009 Washington legislative session, AWB top issues, Issues facing the congress in 2009

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Nine: Washington state and Climate Change

danb@awb.org — Mon, 3 Nov 2008 17:41:00 GMT

Grant Nelson joins host Dan Brunell to discuss a presentation done on October 31, 2008 discussing pending climate change legislation in Washington state. Also he discusses the Western Climate Initiative and what it will mean to business in Washington state.

Issues covered: Climate Change, Western Climate Initiative

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Eight: Policy Summit Preview

danb@awb.org — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:56:00 GMT

In episode eight of the Olympia Business Review, AWB Vice President's Jocelyn McCabe and Gary Chandler join host Dan Brunell to preview AWB's 2008 Policy Summit at Semiahmoo. They discuss the speakers and the debates which will take place on Thursday, September 25, 2008.

Issues covered: Speakers at Policy Summit, 2008 election, Lands Commissioner, Attorney General, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Gubernatorial Debate

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Seven: Post Session and Election

danb@awb.org — Mon, 12 May 2008 23:08:00 GMT

In episode seven of the Olympia Business Review, Richard Davis and Gary Chandler join host Dan Brunell to discuss the aftermath of the 2008 session and AWB efforts as the 2008 election draws near.

Issues covered: The economy, budget, taxes, property taxes, family leave, health care, captive audience, climate change, 2008 elections, endorsement process.

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AWB Special Presention: Conversation with Rep. Cathy McMorris Rogers

danb@awb.org — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 21:40:00 GMT

AWB President Don Brunell and AWB Vice President Gary Chandler sit down with U.S. Representative Cathy McMorris Rogers (R-Washington state.) They discuss several of the hot topics including education, climate change, and water.

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Six: After Cutoff...

danb@awb.org — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:26:00 GMT

Dan Brunell is joined by AWB Vice President's Richard Davis and Gary Chandler join us to discuss the issues important to the business community as we enter the closing stages of this 2008 Legislative session.

Issues covered: Revenue forecast, budget, tax incentives, paid family leave, health care, climate change

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AWB Special Presentation: Governor Chris Gregoire

danb@awb.org — Fri, 8 Feb 2008 16:41:00 GMT

Governor Chris Gregoire was the keynote speaker at AWB's Legislative Day luncheon. This is the audio is her speech.

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Lobby Lunch Series 2008 - #2: Sen. Mike Hewitt and Rep. Richard DeBolt

danb@awb.org — Thu, 7 Feb 2008 21:10:00 GMT

Richard Davis sits down with Senate Minority Leader Mike Hewitt and House Minority Leader Representative Richard DeBolt to discuss their caucuses priorities for the 2008 Legislative session.

Issues covered: budget, transportation, fiscal forecast, family leave, health care, education

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Five: Property Assessments and Valuation

danb@awb.org — Mon, 4 Feb 2008 20:05:00 GMT

In Episode Five, host Dan Brunell is joined by Chris Robinson, Joseph Diehl, and Amber Carter to discuss the proposed bill that would even the playing field for property valuation in Washington state.

Issues covered: property, valuation

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Four: Vesting and Court Decisions

danb@awb.org — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:53:00 GMT

In episode four, Dan Brunell is joined by Abbie Birmingham, Pat Schnieder, and George Kresovich to discuss the latest vesting legislation. Also Dan is joined by AWB General Counsel Kris Tefft discuss some of the latest court cases, how it will effect your business, and take a look at the 2008 AWB Judicial Scorecard.

Issues covered: vesting, permitting, land use, legal affairs, Brinks decision, supreme court decisions, Judicial scorecard

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Three: Crazy Bills and Serious Issues

danb@awb.org — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:39:00 GMT

Host Dan Brunell is joined by AWB Vice Presidents Richard Davis and Gary Chandler to examine emerging issue that will define the 2008 legislature.

Issues covered: number of bills, initiatives, impeachment, building contractors, vesting, health care, association health plans, WASL, transportation

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Lobby Lunch Series 2008 - #1: Cindy Zehnder, Victor Moore, Marty Brown

danb@awb.org — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:55:00 GMT

In this episode, AWB Vice President Richard Davis sits down with Governor Gregoire Chief of Staff Cindy Zehner, Office of Financial Management Director Victor Moore, and Legislative Director for Governor Gregoire Marty Brown. They discuss the state financial situation, some of the hot issues, and what to expect this year in Olympia.

Issues covered: budget, public safety, transportation, fiscal forecast, family leave

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Olympia Business Review - Episode Two: Health Care and WASL

danb@awb.org — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:20:00 GMT

In this episode, host Dan Brunell speaks to AWB's Donna Steward. They discuss several pieces of on-going legislation concerning health care. Plus they briefly discuss the WASL and what changes to it we might see this year.

Issues discussed: health care, health insurance, education, WASL

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Olympia Business Review - Episode One: 2008 Legislative Preview

danb@awb.org — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:56:00 GMT

In this episode, Dan Brunell sits down with AWB Vice President of Governmental Affairs Gary Chandler and AWB Vice President of Communication Richard Davis to discuss some of the issues facing business in the 2008 legislative session.

Issues covered: Budget, Property Taxes, Family Leave, Climate Change, Transportation, Health Care, and worker privacy act.

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Interview with Major General Timothy J. Lowenberg

danb@awb.org — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 01:06:00 GMT

AWB Vice President of Operations Dick Walter sits down with Washington state State Adjutant General and Director of the Emergency Management Division Major General Timothy Lowenberg . They discuss the recent floods in southwestern Washington and how businesses are coping with this disaster. Also, General Lowenberg discusses how business can plan for future disasters.

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