41st Annual Economic Outlook for 2007 Panel Discussion at the Detroit Economic Club

DETROIT, Nov. 27, 2006 -- On Monday, December 4, 2006, the Detroit Economic Club (DEC) is pleased to host its 41st Annual Economic Outlook for 2007 luncheon. Industry leaders from auto, finance and construction will forecast the 2007 economic outlook in their respective sectors. Paul W. Smith, morning host, News/Talk 760 WJR will moderate this lively panel discussion.

The meeting will be held at noon at the Cobo Center in Detroit, MI. A media question and answer session will immediately follow the panel discussion at 1:30 p.m.

PANELISTS

Finance - David Sowerby, CFA, Vice President, Portfolio Manager & Chief Market Analyst, Loomis Sayles & Company

Automotive - Dr. Sean McAlinden Ph.D., Chief Economist & Vice President, Research, Center for Automotive Research

Construction - Ronald Hausmann, P.E., President - Heavy, Civil & Special Construction Group, Walbridge Aldinger

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. Admission: $35 for DEC members, $40 for guests of members and $50 for nonmembers.

NOTE TO EDITORS: For media registration, contact Jessica Wayland at +1-313-963-8547 or register at www.econclub.org .