The Beacon Center of Tennessee

Cordially invites you to attend a special event to welcome Mr. Jim Ethier to our Board of Directors

featuring

John Allison 

“The Bubble: Understanding the Financial Crisis”

Monday, April 23rd 6:00 pm – Reception 6:30 pm – Speaking Engagement

Club LeConte 800 South Gay Street, Plaza Tower, 27th Floor Knoxville, Tennessee 37929

Beer, wine, and light fare will be served.

While there is no charge to attend, space is limited. Please RSVP to Suzanne Michel at (615) 383-6431 or suzanne@beacontn.org by Tuesday, April 17th.

John Allison is the retired Chairman and CEO of BB&T Corporation, the 10th largest financial services holding company headquartered in the U.S. He became president of BB&T in 1987 and was elected Chairman and CEO in July 1989. During his tenure as CEO from 1989 to 2008, BB&T grew from $4.5 billion to $152 billion in assets. Mr. Allison frequently appears on national television to discuss financial reform and free market economics.