Mr. O’Connell will address California’s economic forecast related to maritime activity and its importance in generating taxes to fund essential governmental operations.

In addition, BPC is proud to announce that Mayor Jean Quan of the City of Oakland will deliver the opening address to kick-off the Conference.

2012 Decisionmakers Conference

‘What are the economic impacts to maritime activity to Northern California?’

April 26, 2012 – 7:45-4:30

Scott’s Seafood, Jack London Square, Oakland

Registration will open soon!

25^th Annual San Francisco Bay Decisionmakers Conference – CALL FOR SPONSORS

What are the Economic Impacts of Maritime Policy to Northern California?

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Scott’s Seafood Restaurant / Jack London Square

Oakland, California

What will it take to unleash the promise of the San Francisco Bay-Delta region for global competitiveness in trade and commerce?  Recognizing that growth supplies the infrastructure and capital needed for our commerce, recreation and natural environment to thrive, there are emerging opportunities through business efficiencies and innovation for reviving a stagnating economy.  This year’s Conference will address sustaining and growing the region’s global competiveness in trade and commerce.

It’s time to roll up our sleeves at the Bay Planning Coalition’s 25^th Annual San Francisco Bay Decisionmakers Conference—the forum of the year where we provide a platform for new ideas, thoughtful action and solutions through coalition building.

The success of our Annual Decisionmakers Conference depends on the participation of all stakeholders in the Bay Planning Coalition.  We need your help by becoming a sponsor.  Through your sponsorship, you are investing in the Bay’s future, which we all share.

For 29 years, BPC has been making a difference in San Francisco Bay facilitating the balanced and intelligent use of the Bay for thriving commerce, recreation and the environment.  Your sponsorship will help ensure that BPC will continue to offer access and advocacy on behalf of our members and achieve its mission for public well-being.

SIGN UP AS A 2012 DECISIONMAKERS CONFERENCE SPONSOR TODAY!

For questions about sponsorship levels and benefits, please call/email John Coleman, Executive Director, at 415-397-2293 and john@bayplanningcoalition.org.

Thank you for your continued support.

James Fiedler, President – BPC                                              

John A. Coleman,  Executive Director – BPC                   

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SPONSORING THE 2012 DECISIONMAKERS CONFERENCE

• Lift economic growth and Increase jobs
• Create business efficiencies and foster innovation
• Remove bureaucratic and financial barriers
• Identify solutions for balancing economic growth with environmental protection, and
• Unleash the promise of a sustainable San Francisco Bay

Decisionmakers: Session I: Welcome & Keynote from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

Decisionmakers: Session I: Washington Update from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

Decisionmakers: Session II: The Role of The San Francisco Bay from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

Decisionmakers: Session III: Permits in a New Era from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

Decisionmakers: Session IV: Luncheon Program from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

» Introduction of New BPC Members
» 6:30 Frank C. Boerger Award Presentation
» 8:48 Luncheon Speaker John Garamendi

BPC presents the Frank Boerger Award annually to an individual who appreciates the rigors of advocating environmental protection and economic progress,and forges the path to achieve both. This person is passionate in convictions,balanced in judgment,and talented in bringing diverse interests and stakeholders together to address the issues of the environment and development.

Decisionmakers: Session V: The America’s Cup from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

25:02: The americas cup trailer
27:19: “It’s a race in the water”

Decisionmakers: Session VI: A LTMS Strategy for Dredging from Bay Planning Coalition on Vimeo.

Our 24^th Annual S. F. Bay Decisionmakers  Conference (DMC) on April 26 was a great success. Over 250 private industry, government, labor and organization leaders including a 38-member expert faculty convened for an insightful dialogue on the “The Economy in 3-D:  Jobs, Jobs, Jobs”.  Conference sessions focused on the role of the Bay and its industries in lifting economic growth and towards finding a balance in the permit process during this challenging economic and political period.   The group identified actions on which to work together in a regional and collaborative manner.  Some key messages are highlighted below.  The conference was videotaped, and a summary video and text version of the DMC will be uploaded to the website soon.

• Keynote  speaker and Frank C. Boerger Award recipient,  U. S. Representative John Garamendi: A continuing emphasis and discussion on balance is essential to sustain the marvelous resources of the Bay.  BPC is meeting the challenge of finding the right balance for the economy and the environment by continuing to be who we are.

• Gary Oates, President of ESA, and speaker on “Winning the America’s Cup”:  The single action we can take is to collaborate with commitment.
• John Coleman, Executive Director of BPC, started the dialogue in the morning about looking forward during these difficult times, and that challenges are really opportunities.
• David Smith, Senior Vice President, DMB, and speaker on “The Role of the Bay…” The SB 375 and AB 32 legislation is the most prominent public statement that we need to change the way we do business.  Developers should think beyond the specifics of the  local project and engage in the needs of the community on a regional, in addition to the local level. in project development.
• LTC Torrey DiCiro, S. F. District Engineer, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, and speaker on , “The Role of the Bay…”and “The LTMS Dredging…” sessions and Dick Butler, Resources Manager, NOAA Fisheries:  BPC brings people together fostering cooperation and collaboration.  Collaboration is the key to economic and environmental success.

There was a surprise component to the DMC this year. An additional Frank C. Boerger Award recipient was announced and presented by Col. William Leady to Ellen Joslin Johnck, founding and now former Executive Director of BPC.  Col. Leady spoke about Ellen’s 28 years of leadership and one who is passionate in her convictions, balanced in judgment, and talented in bringing diverse interests and stakeholders together to address the issues of the environment and economic development.

The Annual S. F. Bay Decisionmakers Conference is the unique “go-to” educational forum of the year for Bay-Delta industry, business, citizen organization and government leaders. This is where you

• learn about the latest ideas on Bay management, planning and permitting
• gain critical insights and connections for informed decisions
• shape the future of the region
• foster support for thriving commerce, recreation and a healthy natural environment in the region … Learn more …

Industry, government and organization leaders convened on April 26, 2011 at the Bay Planning Coalition’s 24th Annual Decisionmakers Conference at the Hilton Oakland Airport. They learned the who, what and how to:

• Lift economic growth and Increase jobs
• Create business efficiencies and foster innovation
• Remove bureaucratic and financial barriers
• Identify solutions for balancing economic growth with environmental protection, and
• Unleash the promise of a sustainable San Francisco Bay

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