UAW President Ron Gettelfinger to Address the Detroit Economic Club on September 7, 2006

DETROIT, Aug. 29, 2006 -- On Thursday, September 7, 2006, the Detroit Economic Club (DEC) is pleased to welcome Ron Gettelfinger, president of the International Union, UAW, to the podium. The meeting will be held at noon at The Masonic in Detroit, MI.

At a time of sweeping change in the auto industry, hear what Mr. Gettelfinger has to say about the challenges facing the UAW and the future of one of America's most important industries.

Ron Gettelfinger was elected to a second term as president of the UAW on June 14, 2006. The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) is one of the largest and most diverse unions in North America.

DEC was formed in 1934 as a platform for the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It is known internationally as a top speaking forum for prominent business and government leaders, who address members and their guests at the Club's 35 meetings a season. With more than 2,800 members, the DEC is about vital issues, prominent voices, a commitment to education and inspiring leadership. The Club is proud to have hosted every sitting U.S. President since Richard Nixon and proud to be ranked among the top speaking platforms in the world. For additional information about the DEC, visit http://www.econclub.org/ . Admission: $35 for DEC members, $40 for guests of members and $50 for nonmembers.