Livermore and US Chambers of Commerce Partner at Unique Event
June 30, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Robert Livermore Community Center
4444 East Ave., Livermore, CA
A changing world economy means we must change the way we do business. The US Chamber of Commerce and the Livermore Chamber of Commerce have partnered to stage a unique event on Tuesday, June 30 in Livermore, California. "Innovation - How the Tri-Valley Fits into a World Economy" will recognize and emphasize the need to embrace being part of a global economy as healthy and imperative. The public is invited to register and attend this one-of-a-kind networking event.
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Livermore, CA (PRWEB) June 3, 2009 -- A changing world economy means we must change the way we do business. From the smallest home-based company to the largest world corporations, business owners must reevaluate what it takes to be successful. The US Chamber of Commerce and the Livermore Chamber of Commerce have partnered to stage a unique event on Tuesday, June 30 in Livermore, California. "Innovation - How the Tri-Valley Fits into a World Economy" will recognize and emphasize the need to embrace being part of a global economy as healthy and imperative. The public is invited to register and attend this one-of-a-kind networking event.
The forum will feature distinguished panelists and speakers including Sybase 365 President, Marty Beard discussing topics such as how to showcase the greater Livermore Valley / Tri-Valley as a science and technology center and incentives to help retain and attract businesses, particularly technology.
According to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's Erik Stenejhem, "The US is no longer just a manufacturing or service economy. We are now the world's Innovation Economy. Innovation is science and technology which has become the driving force behind economic growth in which 'the new displaces the old'."
The keynote speaker for this event is Lt. Governor John Garamendi. With 32 years of public service including State Assemblyman, State Senator, and California's first elected Insurance Commissioner, Garamendi brings powerful advocacy for California's hard working businesses.
The Executive Director of the US Chamber of Commerce, Dick Castner, was eager to participate in planning the event with Livermore Chamber CEO, Dale Kaye. "Thinking globally is the quickest and surest way out of our current economic problems. This event focuses on finding and taking advantage of opportunities," says Castner.
Liz Reilly, guest speaker and Associate Director of TradeRoots, a US Chamber program focusing on education about the importance of international trade added, "With 96 percent of the world's customers living outside of our borders, it is critical for California to find these markets. The Tri-Valley business community has the entrepreneurs, innovation, and global spirit to remain competitive and continue to grow. This program provides many of the resources and tools available to help companies do just that."
Throughout the day-long event, attendees will explore with city, state, and national leaders the incentives that can retain businesses here and create opportunities for new ones. Representatives from the two national laboratories in Livermore will discuss the labs' open concept and what that means in terms of economic development and innovation.
Panel discussions include "Innovation - Pioneering a New Path Forward". The world is changing at warp speed, innovation and new ideas will drive our economy. The future is bright for companies that embrace change and a global economy. Learn about the opportunities for your company. It will be moderated by Erik Stenehjem, Director, Industrial Partnership Office, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and featuring Rob Lamkin of Cool Earth Solar; Christine Gulbranson representing the National Science Foundation (NSF) and American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS); Gina Bonanno from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, National Ignition Facility Program; and Bob Carling of Sandia National Laboratories - Open Campus project.
Dick Castner will moderate "Immigration and Workforce Challenges". As more international talent move here to fuel our economy we need to welcome them. At the same time we need to focus on our own education system to make sure it is competitive. The panel discussion features Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, Las Positas College; Angelo Amador, Director Immigration Policy, US Chamber of Commerce; Bruce Dern, East Bay Economic Development Alliance; and Donna Nelson, Vice President and Chief of Staff, Topcon Positioning Systems.
The final panel discussion is "Faces of Trade and Innovation - Opportunities Created". Did you know what Facebook was 5 years ago? Twitter 2 years ago? The US has become the Innovation Economy and the innovators who are changing the world are right in our own backyard. Their insight can move your business forward. It will be moderated by Liz Reilly and includes Janet Lockhart, former Mayor, Dublin; John Dulchinos, CEO, Adept Technology; Cindy Ma, US Department of Commerce Export Assistance Center. Other invited guests include David Chen, Chair, Oregon Innovation Council; Deborah Wince Smith, President, Council on Competitiveness, Washington D.C.; and Henry Chesbrough, author of "Open Innovation: The New Imperative for Creating and Profiting from Technology."
Anyone interested in expanding their business and succeeding in today's new economy is welcome to attend. Space is limited for this exceptional event, and is expected to sell out. Pre-registration is required, and the cost is $65 for Livermore Chamber members, $75 for non-members. The price includes lunch. Call the Livermore Chamber of Commerce at 925-447-1606 to register, or register online at the Livermore Chamber Online Registration page by June 26, 2009.
Presenting sponsor for the event is Sybase. Other sponsors include Sandia National Laboratories and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.