Named one of the 25 most influential women in the United States, Jane Bryant Quinn is the nation’s leading commentator on personal finance, with books and columns read by millions of people trying to manage their money well.

Quinn will be one of five speakers Oct. 9 at Perspective 2009: An American Experience. Not only does Quinn embody those qualities of hard work and dedication to her craft—she has been a nationally syndicated columnist for nearly 30 years and has won a Emmy for her news coverage—her columns, books and appearances are all focused on making a better life for her audience.

“Given our current economy, we thought bringing Quinn to Perspectives would provide the audience a practical takeaway,” said Matt Mahood, president & CEO. “Business people always find talk about money stimulating!”

Her presentation has been described as “inspiring talk for people of all ages.” She starts with the current economic environment to help her audience understand the critical issues of the day. From there, she moves into financial planning.

Quinn’s watchword is “simplicity.” Simple, low-cost strategies are always the best, she says, not just because they’re easy to understand but because they work—especially in difficult times. In fact, they’re the strategies she uses herself.

Her latest book, Smart and Simple Financial Strategies for Busy People, is her personal list of the best strategies for saving more money, finding good insurance, planning for college tuition, and investing for retirement.

Quinn’s previous book, Making the Most of Your Money—a comprehensive guide to personal finance—was named by Consumers Union as the best personal finance book on the market, and she is currently working on an updated version.

Since 1995, the Metro Chamber has introduced the region’s business people to some of the world’s most influential and world-renowned leaders including President George H.W. Bush, Gen. Colin Powell, Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Gov. Ann Richards, President Gerald Ford, Capt. Jim Lovell, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Perspectives was launched in celebration of the Metro Chamber’s 100th anniversary and century-long service to the community. Annually drawing an audience of nearly 2,500 people, the day-long program is informative and creates first-class networking opportunities for business and civic leaders.

The complete speakers lineup for Perspectives 2009: An American Experience comprises Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, NFL Hall of Famer/Fox Sports Analyst, Howie Long, Personal Finance Expert/TV Host Jane Bryant Quinn, Flags of Our Fathers Author James Bradley, Author/Entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki and returning emcee, Fox News Radio Host Tom Sullivan.

Perspectives will be held 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 in the Sacramento Convention Center. Tickets are $195 for Metro Chamber members and $245 for the public. Tables of 10 are $1,950/$2,450. Tickets can be purchased online at the Perspectives website or via the events hotline at 916-444-1919.

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