Business Roundtable is an association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies working to promote a thriving economy and expanded opportunity for all Americans through sound public policy.

"High-quality pre-K lays the foundation for third grade reading proficiency."
Dr. Jim Goodnight, CEO of SAS

"Access to quality education at an early age is foundational for a child's success throughout life."
Lynn J. Good, Chairman, President & CEO of Duke Energy Corporation

"There can be no STEM-based advances without the creative thinking reading ignites."
Mike Gregoire, CEO of CA Technologies

"It's critical that we provide educators with the training and guidance they need to help students become strong readers."
Harold L. Yoh, III, Chairman & CEO of Day & Zimmermann

"There are clear benefits to meeting students where they are."
Terry J. Lundgren, Chairman & CEO of Macy's Inc.

"Public and private sectors must work together."
Dr. Jim Goodnight, CEO of SAS