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A lot of companies are global.

We have accepted there is a big role for government to create a framework where businesses can grow in all parts of the country.

Businesses are not just local or even national anymore - good ideas are immediately global. So the market opportunities are much larger than we've ever imagined or seen.

People invest in businesses that they believe have the leadership, mission and team to grow and operate profitably.

There is very strong historical data that suggests the way societies grow is by making large, long-term investments.

The reality is the world is a really, really big place, and there's a lot of people running around with a lot on their mind. And you really have to figure out how to build a company that can put on a message that can actually reach people and have an impact globally.

It is absolutely clear that government plays a key role, as a catalyst, in promoting long-run growth.

There is a huge shift taking place in the global awareness in the last 5 years with strong views about globalization and the power structures of major corporations.

But the real growth I must say in terms of the public sector for the Labor Department is really at state and local levels. That's where the real opportunities are today.

I see the level of sophistication and knowledge about business growing dramatically. Several decades ago, only a few companies thought about international business.