John Murphy, Senior Vice President, Head of International, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Join us for an insider’s perspective on how changes in trade policies and tariffs are playing out for businesses from Main Street to Wall Street. What are the “make or break” policies that could supercharge economic growth now and in the near term? How could one encourage “good” targeted tariffs over blanket tariffs that could be detrimental for small business and American families and communities? How can the U.S. strike a balance between regulation reform and pro-growth tax provisions, while avoiding sweeping tariffs? What are the key issues or pivots that could impact hemispheric trade and investment in the coming year? What does this all mean for the heavily trade-dependent Oregon economy?

John Murphy joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (the world’s largest business organization) in 1999 and has led its successful campaigns to win congressional passage of trade agreements with a dozen nations and its advocacy to shape numerous other trade bills during his tenure. This is a rare opportunity to glean a Beltway insider perspective on these and other vital issues affecting our economy.

Copresented with Pacific Northwest International Trade Association (A Portland Metro Chamber Program)