Scottsdale FORWARD

The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to reviving the economic growth of this community and region. In addition to the Chamber, who are the "Players" responsible for this task? How do the various entities charged with improving our economic climate coordinate their efforts? How far has Scottsdale's economic vitality slipped during these recessionary times? Is it yet on the rebound? Representatives from the city, the region, the state and the business community will address these issues. Event participants will leave with a clear definition of how each organization fits in the grand scheme to form the cohesive economic development team that is focused on rebuilding Scottsdale and Arizona's economic base.

Featured speakers include:

Kurt Zitzer, Board Chair Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce
Jan Gehler, President, Scottsdale Community College
Brad Casper, Former CEO, Henkel Consumer Goods
Jim Rounds, Elliott D. Pollack & Company
Keith Watkins, Director of Rural Development, Arizona Commerce Authority
The Honorable Jim Lane, Mayor of the City of Scottsdale
Mike Ryan, The Arizona Republic
Jim Mullin, Director of the City of Scottsdale Office of Economic Vitality
Rick Kidder, President & CEO of the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce
Barry Broome, President & CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council
Tom Sadvary, CEO, Scottsdale Healthcare

YOUR VOICE. YOUR FUTURE.

Intended Outcomes:

Gain clarity regarding roles and responsibilities of organizations looking to improve economic health of state, region and city
Scottsdale's economic vitality by the numbers - then & now
Opportunity for community input regarding economic development priorities
Frank assessment of assets and challenges confronting the state, region and city
Clarity regarding goals and strategies for each organization
Community engagement in economic advancement