Testimonials

Leaders Speaks Up in Support of HES 2010

“Overall, my expectation is that the summit will contribute to making our economy more robust, more assertive and more confident and that the momentum will accelerate toward more jobs and prosperity for everyone.”   Former City of Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger

“One of the important outcomes of the summit has been a brighter spotlight on the power of economic development as a mechanism to alleviate this city’s well-known poverty issues.  The Chamber of Commerce sees job creation as an imperative and I believe the summit has helped reinforce that philosophy.” Richard Koroscil, Chair, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce

“The summit provides an ideal opportunity to bring together a broad range of community leadership to align economic development priorities.  The HES  offers the forum for identifying the community’s needs as it relates to the execution of the city’s economic development strategy and the JPC’s prosperity action plan.”   Mark Chamberlain, Chair of the Jobs Prosperity Collaborative and President of Trivaris

“The summit has provided recognition that success for economic development and prosperity is not just the city’s responsibility but requires a commitment and organized collaboration by the community and all its stakeholders in order to continue to move this city forward.”  Tim McCabe, General Manager, Planning and Economic Development, City of Hamilton

“Transportation is an essential requirement for economic development.  Without the efficient movement of both goods and people, there are simply no opportunities for business in a community.  My expectation is that the summit, and the experience of community leaders, will help to promote Hamilton as a gateway centre.”   Neil Everson, Director of Economic Development and Real Estate, City of Hamilton

“The Hamilton Economic Summit is all about sharing information, big ideas and game changing innovations that help secure Hamilton’s future as one of Canada’s top performing cities.  The summit jump-starts conversations and helps build collaborations that continue year-round.”  Rob MacIsaac, HES Honorary Co-Chair and President of Mohawk College

“The summit achievement for the past two years has been having everybody admit we have an image problem and are we are prepared to begin the process of fixing it.”  Ron Foxcroft, Past HES Honorary Co-Chair and CEO of Fox 40 International

“Through the summit I’m hoping for an even stronger appreciation for the West Hamilton Innovation District and McMaster Innovation Park and the good things that they will bring Hamilton as a catalyst of economic renewal and expansion.  Positioning Hamilton as an international centre for research and discovery will deliver jobs and investment to this city for decades to come.  Having lived in Hamilton for 45 years, I am pleased to see there is still great ambition driving the “Ambitious City.”   Dr. Peter George, Past HES Honorary Co-Chair and President Emeritus, McMaster University