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To: CITY EDITORS

Contact: Jessica Wayland, +1-313-963-8547 (office), or +1-313-917-8149 (mobile), for Detroit Economic Club

DETROIT, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Detroit Economic Club (DEC) is pleased to host Ron Williams, Chairman & CEO of Aetna, on Tuesday, October 21, 2008. The speech will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will be held at the Detroit Marriott in Detroit, MI.

Health care, and how to provide access to affordable, quality care, is a topic on the national agenda and in the upcoming Presidential election. Mr. Williams, an outspoken proponent of reform based on a public/private partnership, will offer his thoughts on how the country can engage in a meaningful national dialogue that can transform the system and result in fewer uninsured, a moderation in health care costs, and better overall quality.

During the conversation, Mr. Williams will share his perspectives on: -- Aetna's beliefs about affordable access, shared responsibility and universal participation; -- The future of the employer-based system; -- The need for a competitive marketplace; and -- Empowering consumers with information and technology.

The Detroit Economic Club was formed in 1934 as a platform for the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It is known internationally as a top speaking forum for prominent business and government leaders, who address members and their guests at the Club's 35 meetings a season. With more than 3,000 members, the DEC is about vital issues, prominent voices, a commitment to education and inspiring leadership. The DEC is proud to have hosted every sitting U.S. President since Richard Nixon and proud to be ranked among the top speaking platforms in the world. Admission: $40 for DEC members, $50 for guests of members and $75 for nonmembers. Register at www.econclub.org.

SOURCE Detroit Economic Club

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