Congressmen Danny Davis and John Sarbanes to Keynote April 22nd Telework Exchange Town Hall Meeting.

Focus on Hill Telework Priorities and 2008 Legislative Forecast

ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Today, Telework Exchange(SM), a public-private partnership focused on eliminating telework gridlock, announced its Spring Telework Exchange Town Hall Meeting opening keynote speakers - Congressman Danny Davis (D-IL) and Congressman John Sarbanes (D-MD). Taking place at the Ronald Reagan Building on April 22, 2008, the conference will examine the current state of telework and critical next steps to establish telework as a mainstream standard operating procedure across government agencies. Early registration is available until March 18, 2008.

Congressman Davis recently introduced the Telework Improvements Act of 2007 to improve Federal telework programs and incorporate telework in continuity of operations planning. Congressman Sarbanes authored an amendment to the House Energy Bill to implement a Federal telework policy as well as co-sponsored the Telework Improvements Act of 2007 and the National Telework Week resolution. Congressmen Davis and Sarbanes will kick-off the Town Hall Meeting with the executive keynote on "Leading Perspectives on Federal Telework." Specifically, the Congressmen will discuss current telework legislation and the future of telework in the Federal government.

"Federal employees and managers know telework is the answer to congestion, pollution, and emergency preparedness problems facing us today," said Congressman Danny Davis. "Although it has not been easy to gain support, Federal telework is on its way to becoming a mainstream standard operating procedure. I am pleased to be a part of the Telework Exchange Town Hall Meeting and discuss this critical issue."

"Federal government telework is a win-win opportunity," said Congressman John Sarbanes. "Expanding telework options will reduce carbon emissions and traffic gridlock. It will also enhance quality of life and recruitment efforts in the Federal workforce. This Telework Exchange Town Hall Meeting provides a forum to discuss successful strategies and the critical next steps to get Federal telework into gear."

The Spring Telework Exchange Town Hall Meeting will feature influential telework leaders who will offer insight on ongoing efforts to promote and establish telework in Federal government operations. Conference sessions will focus on current mandates and policies, forward-thinking legislation, and existing telework programs. From legislators and agency telework advocates, to government telework managers and affiliated organizations, the Town Hall Meeting will allow attendees to join a series of lively discussions and become active members of the telework community.

"Federal agencies have been slow to adopt telework," said Stephen W.T. O'Keeffe, executive director, Telework Exchange. "Telework Exchange is focused on addressing these issues and welcomes the voices of forward-thinking leaders, such as Congressmen Davis and Sarbanes in the dialogue."

To register to attend the Town Hall Meeting, for more details on the event program, or available sponsorships, visit www.teleworkexchange.com/townhallmeeting.

About Telework Exchange

Telework Exchange is a public-private partnership focused on demonstrating the tangible value of telework and serving the emerging educational and communication requirements of the Federal teleworker community. The organization facilitates communication among Federal teleworkers, telework managers, and IT professionals. For more information on Telework Exchange, please visit www.teleworkexchange.com.