The 2008 Annual Meeting will take place in Washington, D.C. from June 20-22nd.  This year's theme is The Global Political Economy and the Impact of the 2008 U.S. Presidential Elections on the Transatlantic Relationship.

Invitations will be arriving in your mailboxes soon.  Please note that the reservation deadline for rooms at Jurys Washington Hotel has been extended until May 30th.  We look forward to seeing you in June!
 

 The Robert Bosch Foundation Alumni Association
cordially invites you to its Annual Meeting in

Washington, DC
 June 20 - June 22, 2008

Please join us for a weekend to reconnect with your fellowship experience and explore

The Global Political Economy and the Impact of the 2008 U.S. Presidential Elections on the Transatlantic Relationship

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Friday, June 20th

Shuttle service for both local alumni and hotel guests from Jurys Hotel to Embassy departing at 17:15 and returning after the reception.

Panel Discussion I
Crossroads in the Global Political Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for the Transatlantic Relationship
 Auditorium
Panelists:
Dr. Klaus Scharioth, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany
Mr. Philip Suttle, Director of Global Macroeconomic Analysis, Institute of International Finance
Mr. Scott Tumpak, Director of Program Integration, EADS
Moderator: Mr. Seth Oppenheim (XXI), Institute of International Finance

19:30-21:30

Reception in the Ambassador’s Residence· 1800 Foxhall Road, NW
Hosted by Dr. Klaus Scharioth

Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany

Saturday, June 21^st
Jurys Washington Hotel · 1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW

9:00
Breakfast Buffet Served

9:30-11:00
Panel Discussion II
Presidential Politics
Panelists:
Mr. Thomas Bagger, Deputy Head of the Political Affairs Department, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Mr. James O'Brien, Principal, The Albright Group LLC
Dr. Kori Schake, Principal Deputy Director, Secretary of State's Office of Policy Planning
Mr. Damon Terrill (XI), Senior Vice President & General Counsel for International Legal and Regulatory Affairs, Integrated DNA Technologies
Moderator: Ms. Francine Kiefer (V)

11:15-12:30
Membership Meeting

RBFAA business meeting and election of Board members and officers.

12:30-14:00
Networking Luncheon

Please bring your business cards!

14:00-15:30
Walking Tour of German-American Washington, DC

Organized by the Goethe-Institut

15:30-18:00

Free time to explore Washington, DC

18:00-22:30
The Washington Club· 15 Dupont Circle, NW

 Gala Dinner
Cocktail reception followed by a formal dinner in the

historic President’s Room and Grand Ballroom.

Bosch Fellow of the Year Award
Presentation of the 4th annual award in honor of a Bosch Fellow who exceptionally exemplifies the mission of the Bosch Fellowship Program by contributing to the advancement of transatlantic relations in their professional or personal endeavors.

Keynote Address

Managing Editor, Politico

Sunday, June 22nd

The Mansion on O · 2020 O Street, NW

Join us for a champagne brunch and warm goodbyes to close the 2008 Annual Meeting.

*Attire for Friday and Saturday evening events is Business Formal. Attire for Saturday and Sunday morning/afternoon events is Business Casual.

JURYS WASHINGTON HOTEL
1500 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Centrally located on historic Dupont Circle, this hotel is walking distance from most event venues. Shuttle service will be provided for those who reserve a seat in advance from the hotel to the German Embassy on Friday, June 20^th. Please indicate this preference on your reply card.
Group rate of $159/night is secured. Attendees should make their room reservations directly with the Jurys Washington Hotel by calling (202) 797-0162. Please request the group rate for the Robert Bosch Annual Meeting. RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY MAY 30th!