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PHOTOS: Leaders gather for annual Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Business Summit

Event tackles key issues affecting state

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 23, 2013) — Business leaders from across the state gathered Monday night for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting, part of the organization’s two-day Business Summit at the Louisville Marriott Downtown.

David Gergen speaks Monday night at the 8th annual Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting.
David Gergen speaks Monday night at the 8th annual Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting.

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The summit, which continues today, offers a chance to discuss ways to move Kentucky forward, learn from experts and explore solutions to some of the state’s biggest challenges. The summit tackles key issues, including healthcare reform; the importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and innovation; postsecondary education research; and offers a look at Kentucky’s coal economy and public-private partnerships.

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The dinner was headlined by speaker David Gergen, CNN senior political analyst and former presidential advisor, and also featured remarks from Gov. Steve Beshear.

Watch lanereport.com for more detailed updates on the dinner and annual meeting.