As is customary for the American Resort Association’s annual autumn event, the focus of the three-day event was on legislative issues. Fall ARDA, held this past November 4 through 6 at the Fairmont Hotel in Washington, D.C.

Opening Keynote
Former Senator John E. Sununu (R-NH) cut a unique path from the private sector to public office, serving three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and for six years as the youngest member of the U.S. Senate. Before entering public service, Sununu worked for emerging high-tech firms as an engineer, strategy consultant, and a chief financial officer. In Congress, he put his expertise to work for the nation, serving on such Senate committees as Commerce, Finance, Banking, and Foreign Relations.

Well respected by Republicans and Democrats alike, Sununu offered a sharp perspective for ARDA attendees, addressing such key issues as the state of the economy and details on recovery and elements of growth; inside details on TARP (he served as one of five panel members responsible for oversight of TARP funds); and pressing legislation in Congress.

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