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Global Conference 2026

America’s Governors: A Conversation on Driving Our Economic Edge

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State leaders are increasingly at the forefront of driving the nation’s economic competitiveness. Join us to hear from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on key policy priorities, including creating jobs, lowering costs, and building the infrastructure and workforce needed to sustain America’s economic edge—drawing on lessons from one of the most consequential manufacturing states in the country.

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    Gretchen Whitmer

    Governor, Michigan

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    Brian Sullivan

    Anchor and Senior National Correspondent, CNBC