As the effects of the 1998 financial crisis begin to fade and prospects of growth return to the Eastern European marketplace, major Western investors and service-providers are once again turning toward these emerging economies. For the first time, the Wharton European Business Conference will feature a separate panel to discuss the current state of the Russian and Eastern European equity markets, investment climates and political/economic environments, as well as the major business sectors that will ultimately determine the future of this important region.

In addition to the breakout panel, Pennsylvania Congressman Curt Weldon, a leading congressional authority on Eastern Europe and national security issues, will open the European Conference with a special look toward the role of Eastern Europe in a pan-European business and political environment. Several other speakers from Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union will add their perspectives throughout the day.

All registrants for the European Conference are invited to attend the Eastern European breakout session. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Eastern European Conference gratefully acknowledges the promotional support received from the Pennsylvania-Russia Business Council.

November 17, 2000 Philadelphia, PA