NPC Luncheon: Sec. Penny Pritzker

Photo Credit: Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker speaks at a National Press Club Luncheon, April 18, 2016. Noel St. John

Photo Credit: Secretary Pritzker listed several areas of responsibility that fall under the Commerce Department and told the assembled guests and members, "We count the fish in the sea and tell you how many you can catch." Noel St. John

Photo Credit: Pritzker underscored the importance of early educational choices saying children who fail to choose a STEM path by middle school will have difficulty becoming professionals in the field. Noel St. John

Photo Credit: Eschewing opening remarks, Pritzker said during an extended Q&A, “Were not sitting on bubbles today - were sitting on solid sectors of the economy,” further stating that, "We should worry about barriers put up against trade."" Noel St. John

Photo Credit: Secretary Pritzker accepted the traditional NPC coffee mug from president Tommy Burr at the conclusion of the luncheon. Noel St. John