FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
October 29, 2003
CONTACT: Lisa Lacher, (515) 271-3119

CHAPMAN TO SPEAK AT NOVEMBER 'LET’S DU LUNCH'

Steven G. Chapman, president and CEO of ITAGroup Inc., will speak at Drake University's "Let's DU Lunch" speaker series on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Chapman, a member of Drake's Board of Trustees, will discuss the "Drake University Business Alliance -- Defining the Potential of a Very Important Partnership."

This new alliance will bring together Drake University and the Greater Des Moines business community to exchange ideas, share resources and maximize learning experiences. Members of the alliance will gain access to Drake University's management, faculty and other resources.

The luncheon will start at 11:30 a.m. in the Younkers Tea Room in downtown Des Moines. The cost is $15. For reservations, contact the Drake Office of Alumni and Parent Programs at (515) 271-3848 or send an e-mail message to melissa.sturm-smith@drake.edu.