Detroit Regional Chamber Names Dr. Dieter Zetsche World Trader of the Year; International Consular Ball March 28 in Dearborn

DETROIT, March 12 -- Dr. Dieter Zetsche, president and CEO of the Chrysler Group, will be presented with the World Trader of the Year Award at the Detroit Regional Chamber's 2003 International Consular Ball on March 28, 6 p.m., at The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn.

The World Trader of the Year award is given annually to recognize an individual or company that has demonstrated exceptional involvement and made significant contributions in the promotion of international trade with Southeast Michigan. DaimlerChrysler's significant international presence, impact on the Detroit Region's economy and excellent corporate citizenship all played a part in the selection process.

The Chamber's International Consular Ball, a black-tie event, also recognizes the region's Consular Corps, official representatives of foreign governments serving this area.

Cost for the event is $225 for Chamber members and $275 for nonmembers. Tables of 10 -- which include two sponsored consulate seats -- are also available.

For more information on the International Consular Ball, call Beverly Sturdivant at (313) 596-0343 or e-mail: bsturdiv@detroitchamber.com .

The Detroit Regional Chamber, the largest chamber of commerce in the United States with more than 19,000 members, works to power the economy for Southeast Michigan. This year the Chamber celebrates 100 years of service to the business community.

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