Have you
ever wondered?
What is happening
with Oakland’s
economy?
What is the
Oakland Partnership?
What kinds of
companies are located in Oakland
and why are they here?
What impact will
federal stimulus dollars have on
Oakland
and the region?
On May 1st, 2009,
over 400 individuals and 70 companies came together to
find out!
From the
Exhibitors
“We consider
Oakland
our home. We’re proud of Oakland
and want it to succeed. We want to partner with other local organizations to
create an art destination.”- Francine Agapoff, Chiodo Art Development
“The nonprofit sector generates more than $100 million
in Oakland. We have the
highest concentration of visual artists in the country. Pro Arts is involved
in supporting the infrastructure for artists within this city and beyond,
and we wish to highlight the economic impact of
Oakland
arts and artists in the economy.” - Margo Dunlap, Pro Arts
“We’ve been in
Oakland
since 1991 and we want to show the kind of business that can be built in
this area. We’re proud to be
Oakland
born and raised. We’re here to support Oakland
because over the years Oakland
has supported us.” - Mike Hannigan, Give Something Back
“This is our opportunity to let small businesses know
how the city can assist them so they can become successful.” - Aliza
Gallo, Community & Economic Development Agency, City of
Oakland
“We are firm supporters of the Oakland Chamber and the
City of Oakland.
We employ over 500 people in
Oakland
and we’re here to show support.” - Ron Kane, Securitas Security Services
“It’s all about the kids. We want to focus locally to
help kids in our area know the issues that affect them.” - Ben Hanes,
Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute
“We’re eager to have our business stay in Oakland. We’re the only vehicle manufacturer
in Oakland
and certainly the only electric vehicle manufacturer in this city.” -
Todd Anderson, Electric Motorsport
From the
Speakers
Keynote speaker George Zimmer
“My personal long-term vision for
Oakland
is projected out at least 10-15 years. I want to see my seven and
nine-year-old children feeling lucky and proud to be East Bay residents.
The four private sector-led cluster
working groups, the Mayor’s office and related community task force groups
have produced a thorough road map of what needs to be done to achieve
long-term success.”
Mayor Ron Dellums
“Despite the bad economic news, dozens of
companies have come to Oakland over the past few years. Many of them
are here today in our terrific Showcase Oakland! Expo next door. I celebrate
them and their accomplishments. Their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit
bring jobs and investment to our city. They are the front runners in the
race to realize the goals of the Oakland Partnership.”
