40 Below's Politcal Engagment Speaker Series

Submitted by Syracusan on July 11, 2008 - 12:31pm.
07/16/2008 - 5:30pm
07/16/2008 - 7:00pm

Location(s)

OHM
Franklin Street Armory Square
Syracuse, NY, 13202
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40 Below Kicks Off Political Engagement Speaker Series

Running for Office 101
Wednesday, July 16, 2008 @ 5:30pm
OHM Lounge, Armory Square, Syracuse

Cocktail reception begins at 6:30pm co-hosted by Onondaga County Executive Joanne M. Mahoney and Syracuse Mayor Matthew J. Driscoll.

"It takes guts to run for office…" or does it? Tailored for aspiring politicians or those interested in learning more about how the political system works, Running for Office 101 is an opportunity to talk with state and local politicians about what it really takes to run for political office.

Featured panelists include NYS Senator David Valesky, NYS Assemblyman William Barclay, Syracuse City Common Councilors Ryan McMahon and Stephanie Miner, and Onondaga County Legislator Marty Masterpole.

40 Below's Political Engagement Speaker Series is a 4-part series featuring elected officials, staff, lobbyists and political operatives sharing there knowledge and views on running for office, fundraising and running a campaign. Opportunities to be part of a local campaign are also provided. For more information regarding upcoming forums visit www.40belowsummit.com.