GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.

CONFIRMED GOVERNORS AND GOVERNORS-ELECT

as of 11/8/2012

Governor Bob McDonnell, Virginia, RGA Chairman
Governor Chris Christie, New Jersey, RGA Vice Chairman

Governor Jan Brewer, Arizona
Governor Rick Scott, Florida
Governor Nathan Deal, Georgia
Governor Butch Otter, Idaho
Governor-elect Mike Pence, Indiana
Governor Terry Branstad, Iowa
Governor Bobby Jindal, Louisiana
Governor Paul LePage, Maine
Governor Rick Snyder, Michigan
Governor Dave Heineman, Nebraska
Governor Susana Martinez, New Mexico

Governor-elect Pat McCrory, North Carolina
Governor Jack Dalrymple, North Dakota
Governor John Kasich, Ohio
Governor Mary Fallin, Oklahoma
Governor Tom Corbett, Pennsylvania
Governor Luis Fortuo, Puerto Rico
Governor Bill Haslam, Tennessee
Governor Rick Perry, Texas
Governor Gary Herbert, Utah
Governor Scott Walker, Wisconsin
Governor Matt Mead, Wyoming
ATTENDING GOVERNORS STAFF AND VIP GUESTS

Ross Gunnells, Deputy Director of Legislative
Affairs, AL
Heather Brakes, Legislative Director, AK
Kim Sabow, Director, Community Affairs, AZ
Ryan Serote, Director, Federal Relation, AZ
Scott Smith, Deputy Chief of Staff, AZ
Sarah Hansford, Chief of Staff to First Lady,
FL
Adam Hollingsworth, Chief of Staff, FL
Chris Riley, Chief of Staff, GA
Ryan Teague, Executive Counsel, GA
Jeff Boeyink, Chief of Staff, IA
Landon Fulmer, Chief of Staff, KS
Jon Hummell, Policy Director, KS
Curt Anderson, Senior Advisor, LA
Timmy Teepell, Senior Advisor, LA
John McGough, Chief of Staff, ME
Brent Littlefield, Senior Advisor, ME
Terri Reid, Director of External Affairs, MI
Bill Palatucci, Senior Advisor, NJ
Mike DuHaime, Senior Advisor, NJ
Cam Henderson, Chief of Staff to First Lady,
NJ
Keith Gardner, Chief of Staff, NM
Jay McClesky, Senior Advisor, NM
Ron Rauschenberger, Chief of Staff, ND
Krista Carman, DC Representative, ND
Jai Chabria, Senior Advisor, OH
2012 RGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2012
ENCORE HOTEL LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
Denise Northrup, Chief of Staff, OK
Jen Branstetter, Secretary of Planning and
Policy, PA
Nan McLaughlin, Senior Advisor, PA
Brian Nutt, Senior Advisor, PA
John Brabender, Senior Advisor, PA
Leslie Gromis Baker, DC Director, PA
Nicole Guillemard, Executive Director,
Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration,
PR
Tiffany Watkins, Director, Puerto Rico
Federal Affairs Administration, PR
Miguel Romero, Chief of Staff, PR
Mark Cate, Chief of Staff, TN
Jeff Boyd, Chief of Staff, TX
Robert Spendlove, Policy Director, UT
Tucker Martin, Communications Director, VA
Martin Kent, Chief of Staff, VA
Jasen Eige, Counselor and Senior Policy
Advisor to Governor, VA
Keith Gilkes, Senior Advisor, WI
Eric Schutt, Chief of Staff, WI

AGENDA *SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14
1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. National Finance Committee Meeting (by invitation: RGA National
Finance Committee members lunch will be served)

2:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Plenary Session I

4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Governors and Senior Staff Parlors

5:45 p.m. 7:45 p.m. RGA Annual Conference Opening Reception

8:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Kick-off Celebration Honoring GOP Governors and Governors-Elect
Chateau at the Paris Hotel under the Eiffel Tower
Hosted by BGR Group and Dutko Grayling

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15
9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. RGA Statesmen and Governors Cabinet Thank You Breakfast
(by invitation: RGA Statesmen and Governors Cabinet Members Only)

10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions
Energy
Republican governors have been outspoken in their support
of an all of the above energy strategy. They understand the
need to embrace every form of domestic energy including
fossil fuels, nuclear and renewables. This session will explore
how the Republican governors all of the above strategy can
help lead America to an energy renaissance. How can
Republican governors continue to shift the national debate on
a comprehensive energy strategy?

Healthcare
On June 28, the United States Supreme Court ruled on
constitutional challenges to the Affordable Care Act (ACA),
upholding most of the law but affirming greater autonomy for
the states. Republican governors are now tasked with making
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
AGENDA CONTINUED
critical policy decisions without vital information or proper
guidance from the Obama Administration. Health Insurance
Exchange implementation deadlines are quickly approaching
and the Medicaid Expansion provision of ACA looms over
states decision makers. Despite prodding from state leaders,
including Republican governors, the Obama Administration is
refusing to clarify rules and regulations. This panel will
provide insights into state implementation activities and talk
about how those activities are impacting the private
healthcare industry.

How does the Administrations failure to issue detailed
regulations and written guidance impact Republican
governors ability to evaluate state-specific healthcare
options? How does the lack of clarity from the
Administration impact the healthcare industrys ability to
make sound business decision? How can governors work
with the healthcare industry to help create a more effective
and efficient regulatory environment?

Public/Private Partnerships
Republican governors have consistently encouraged the
development of innovative public-private partnerships
(P3s). These innovative partnerships between government
and the private sector allow for state and local governments
to provide efficient and cost-effective services to
citizens. How can Republican governors continue to find new
ways to implement these creative partnerships?

Workforce Development
Republican governors understand the critical role that
workforce development plays in strengthening our nations
economy. These state executives are on the front lines
developing innovative policies that allow their states to
effectively recruit, train, and market highly skilled workers. In
order to have a healthy and prosperous economy, it is
critically important to align state education and workforce
programs with the needs of employers. This panel will
provide insight into workforce policies championed by
Republican governors that promote job creation in the
private sector and prepare workers to be competitive in a
global economy.

How can states cultivate world-class workers with the
necessary training and skills to meet the needs of employers?
How can governors partner with the private sector to operate
their workforce programs at the speed of business rather
than the speed of government?
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
AGENDA CONTINUED

11:30 a.m. 12:45 p.m. Plenary Session II

1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Regional Luncheons
West: AK, AZ, CNMI, GU, ID, NV, NM, UT, WY
Midwest: IN, IA, KS, MI, NE, ND, SD, WI
South: AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, SC, TN, TX
East/Mid-Atlantic: ME, NJ, OH, PA, VA, PR

2:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Optional Activities
Clay Shooting Range (transportation provided)
Wynn Back-of-House Tour (limited space available)
Watson presented by IBM

2:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting

3:45 p.m. 5:45 p.m. Governors-Only Meeting

6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Welcome the New RGA Chair and Vice Chair Reception

8:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Governors and Governors-Elect Dinner

9:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Late Night Party
Eastside Lounge, Encore Las Vegas
Hosted by R&R Partners

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2012
9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Networking Breakfast with the new Governors-elect
Speakers: Governor Bob McDonnell, VA, RGA Chair
Governor-elect Pat McCrory, NC
Governor-elect Mike Pence, IN

REGISTRATION AND HOSPITALITY HOURS
Wednesday, November 14 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 15 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS NEW RATES**
Encore Las Vegas
3121 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (702) 770-7000
Online Reservation

The Encore Las Vegas will be the host hotel for RGAs Annual Conference. The RGA is pleased to
announce a discounted group rate of $199.00 per night plus applicable taxes for a resort guest
room. This rate is available for Wednesday and Thursday evening. The rate increases to $259
for Friday evening. To make your reservation, please click here. You must complete your
reservation prior to the room block cut-off date of November 8, 2012.
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
TICKET AND HOTEL ROOM ALLOCATION
RGA Statesmen 6 Governors Cabinet 4 Governors Board 3
Governors Council 2 Governors Roundtable 2 Governors Club 2

CONFERENCE FEE
To ensure that RGA funds are reserved to assist our gubernatorial candidates, a conference fee of
$450.00 will be assessed per attendee to defray the costs of the 2012 Annual Conference. Please
note that the conference fee is in addition to RGA annual membership dues. All conference fees
and membership dues must be paid in full by Friday, November 9.
**RGA Statesmen are not required to pay conference fees for the 2012 RGA Annual
Conference.

TRAVEL INFORMATION
McCarran International Airport (LAS) serves all major airlines. The airport is located
approximately 15 minutes from the Encore. Sedan service can be arranged through the hotel or
taxi service is readily available outside of baggage claim.

RSVP
Please register online at MyRGA.org or complete and return your response form to Justina Rusch
at jrusch@rga.org no later than Friday, November 9.

RGA STAFF

RGA Statesmen, Governors Cabinet & Board:
Mary Ann Voigt Office: (202) 662-4155 / Email: mvoigt@rga.org

Governors Council, Roundtable & Club:
Joanna Evans Office: (202) 662-4166 / Email: jevans@rga.org

National Finance Committee:
Caitlin Schroder Office: (202) 662-4148 / Email: cschroder@rga.org
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.





Sponsorship Opportunities
Overall Conference Sponsorships

HOTEL ROOM DROPS $7,500 per sponsorship
(4 sponsorships available)

WIRELESS INTERNET IN MEETING SPACE $25,000
(1 sponsorship available)
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

STATESMEN & CABINET MEMBERS BREAKFAST $25,000 per sponsorship
(Offered to current RGA Statesmen and Cabinet Members) 2 sponsorships available

OPENING RECEPTION $15,000 per sponsorship
6 sponsorships available

Thursday, November 15, 2012

REGIONAL LUNCHEONS $10,000 per sponsorship
2 sponsorships available per lunch

West 2 sponsorships available
Midwest 2 sponsorships available
South 2 sponsorships available
East/Mid-Atlantic 2 sponsorships available

WELCOME THE NEW RGA CHAIR & VICE CHAIR $15,000 per sponsorship
RECEPTION 6 sponsorships available




Please contact the RGA Finance office at (202) 662-4920 for questions or further details.
2012 RGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2012
ENCORE HOTEL LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.





RGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

Please register online at MyRGA.org or complete and return this registration form no later than
Friday, November 2 to Justina Rusch at jrusch@rga.org.

Current RGA members are entitled to the following:

RGA Statesmen 6 attendees & waived registration fee
Governors Cabinet 4 attendees
Governors Board 3 attendees
Governors Council 2 attendees
Governors Roundtable 2 attendees
Governors Club 2 attendees

First name: Last name:
Title:
Company/Employer:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Office phone: Cell phone:
Email:
Please indicate preferred shirt size: ______S ______M ______L ______XL ______XXL

Questions? Please contact the RGA Finance Department at (202) 662-4920.


2012 RGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2012
ENCORE HOTEL LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
RGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Please indicate by a check mark () which sessions you plan to attend.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012

1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. National Finance Committee Meeting (by invitation: RGA National
Finance Committee members)

2:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Plenary Session I

4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Governors and Senior Staff Parlors

6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. RGA Annual Conference Opening Reception

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012

9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Statesmen & Cabinet Breakfast (Statesmen & Cabinet members only)

10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions
Please indicate one breakout choice:
Energy
Healthcare
Public/Private Partnerships
Workforce Development

11:30 a.m. 12:45 p.m. Plenary Session II

1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Regional Luncheons
Please indicate one luncheon choice:
West: AK, AZ, CNMI, GU, ID, NV, NM, UT, WY
Midwest: IN, IA, KS, MI, NE, ND, SD, WI
South: AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, SC, TN, TX
East/Mid-Atlantic: ME, NJ, OH, PA, VA, PR

2:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Optional Activities
Please indicate if you would like to participate in an Optional Activity:
Clay Shooting Range (transportation provided)
Wynn Back-of-House Tour (limited space available)

6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Welcome the New RGA Chair and Vice Chair Reception

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2012

9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Grab-n-Go Breakfast


GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.
Payment Summary
To ensure that RGA funds are reserved to assist our gubernatorial candidates, a conference fee of
$450.00 will be assessed per attendee to defray the costs of the 2012 Annual Conference. Please
note that the conference fee is in addition to RGA annual membership dues. All conference fees
and membership dues must be paid in full by Friday, November 2.
**RGA Statesmen are not required to pay conference fees to the 2012 RGA Annual
Conference**

Meeting credentials will only be issued when RGA membership dues and registration fees are
paid in full by Friday, November 2.

_____ I authorize the RGA to charge the credit card listed below $450.00 for the 2012 RGA
Annual Conference fee.

Credit Card Information
PLEASE CHECK: American Express MasterCard VISA DISCOVER

PLEASE CHECK: Corporate Personal

Credit card number: Expiration date:

Name as it appears on card:

Signature: Billing zip code:


If you wish to pay by check, please make payable to:
Republican Governors Association
1747 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 250
Washington, DC 20006

The RGA is required to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of
employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year.

Occupation:

Employer:






Contributions to RGA are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax
purposes. Contributions will not be used for federal election activity. Contributions may be placed in
one of RGA's affiliated state PACs. Contributions from foreign nationals are prohibited.

Paid for by the Republican Governors Association.
GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS. GOOD POLICY. GOOD POLITICS.