NAM President welcomes nomination of Commerce Secretary.
Press Release Summary:
According to statement made by NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons, manufacturers congratulate John Bryson on his nomination for Commerce Secretary. NAM looks forward to maintaining a strong relationship with U.S. Commerce Department on vital issues such as global competitiveness, regulatory overreach, and trade. Mr. Bryson has a strong business background and serves on board of many manufacturing companies, which gives him advantage of having exposure to difficult issues manufacturers face today.
Original Press Release:
Manufacturers Welcome News of Nomination of Commerce Secretary
John Bryson Will Bring Vital Experience on Trade to the Position
Washington, D.C., - National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) President and CEO Jay Timmons issued the following statement today on President Obama's nomination of John Bryson to become the new Secretary of the Department of Commerce:
"Manufacturers congratulate John Bryson on his nomination to be the next Commerce Secretary. We welcome today's announcement as we look forward to maintaining a strong relationship with the U.S. Commerce Department on vital issues such as global competitiveness, regulatory overreach and trade. Mr. Bryson has a strong business background and serves on the board of many manufacturing companies, which gives him the advantage of having exposure to the difficult issues manufacturers face in today's global marketplace.
Manufacturers worked closely with Secretary Locke and we are pleased that the President has nominated a strong advocate of international trade as it leads to economic stability and job growth. Manufacturers also welcome the opportunity to work with Mr. Bryson to achieve our shared goal of doubling exports by 2014."
The National Association of Manufacturers is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Manufacturing has a presence in every single congressional district providing good, high-paying jobs. For more information about the Manufacturers or to follow us on Shopfloor, Twitter and Facebook, please visit www.nam.org.
