What: Luncheon with Toby Keith, Country Music Legend, on Eve of his 8th USO Tour

You are invited the luncheon at the Press Club on Monday, February 23, 2009. Toby Keith, named by Forbes magazine as the nation's highest-earning country music star, will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on April 21, 2009 on the eve of his eighth USO tour to entertain military troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Keith, whose hits began with "Should've Been A Cowboy" and include "Courtesy Of The Red, White And Blue" and "American Soldier," has sold more than 25 million albums in this decade alone.

More than a country singer, Keith is an accomplished businessman. He owns his own record label, Show Dog Nashville; has a major endorsement with Ford trucks; and is a key player in the "I Love This Bar & Grill" chain of restaurants.

Keith's will talk about his work with the USO and the military, his businesses and other topics, including his treatment in the media.

Come to this luncheon on to meet and hear this dynamic executive and innovator.

When: Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 12:30-2:00 p.m.

Schedule:
--Lunch from 12:30-1:00 p.m.
--1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: The speaker's remarks and Q&A from the audience.

Please call Alan Schlaifer at 301-365-8999 if you'd to be able to attend the reception (if there is one) from 12-1230 pm with the speaker. (No guarantee, but early sign up helps).

Where: National Press Club, Ballroom, 13th Floor, 14th & F Streets, N.W., just two blocks from Metro Center

Metro, Parking: Metro Center; several private garages within a few blocks.

Attire: Business

Reservations: $28 for current Wharton Club members and their guests only. You must reserve in advance on our site. We have only a limited number of seats.

Click here to reserve your seat(s) for the luncheon.

Meet Toby Keith - latest news:

Jill Winans - Celebrity News Service Reporter

Nashville, TN (CNS) - Toby Keith is passionate about his country and is even more passionate about the military who defend our country. While Keith's dedication to the military is well documented, he will be rewarded for that dedication. Keith's dedication to our service men and women has earned him a distinct honor from the United States Marine Corps.

On March 24, Toby will receive the Johnny "Mike" Spann Memorial Semper Fidelis Award during a New York ceremony held by the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation. The trophy is named for a former Marine Corps captain who was the first American casualty in the war in Afghanistan.

"Spending time with our soldiers around the world is something I've always regarded as a privilege and honor. I'm certainly happy to accept this award, but I won't forget for a second who's really doing the heavy lifting to keep this country safe," says Toby.

Toby has made several pilgrimages to the Middle East, in fact, he just completed his seventh USO tour in 2008. For years he has entertained and encouraged the men and women serving on or near the front lines. Toby says he will keep going back and spending time with the soldiers every chance he gets.
Reserve promptly!