Jul 17, 2017

NRF to host Vice President Pence at Retail Summit

Members of the National Retail Federation will hear from Vice President Mike Pence Tuesday during NRF’s annual Retail Advocates Summitas more than 200 retailers from across the country come to Washington to meet with policymakers about issues critical to the industry. Representative Mike Kelly, R-Pa., a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, will address the gathering of small retailers, national retail chain executives and state retail association officials on Wednesday. This year’s convention will focus on the importance of tax reform for retailers and their employees. Details for media wishing to cover these events are listed below.

Tuesday, July 18
What: Keynote address by Vice President Mike Pence at NRF’s Retail Advocates Summit. Introduction by NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay.
Where: Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill
Regency Ballroom
400 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, D.C.
When: 10-11 a.m. EDT
Media Pre-set: 4:30-5 a.m.
Media Check-In: 8:15-8:45 a.m.
Onsite contact: 202-657-2603

Wednesday, July 19
What:  Remarks by Congressman Mike Kelly, R-Pa.
Where:  Capitol Hill Club
Bolton Room
300 First St. S.E.
Washington D.C.
When: 8:15 a.m. EDT

RSVP:  Members of the media interested in attending either event should RSVP to Robin Roberts at press@nrf.com with full name, name of outlet and contact information. Please RSVP no later than 5 p.m. today, Monday, July 17, to ensure access to the events.