The Global Cities Initiative São Paulo forum explored the role of metropolitan regions as the gateways to global trade and investment. Discussions focused on the tools, resources, partnerships and investments necessary to ensure metropolitan area competitiveness in the global economy.
For more information on the Global Cities Initiative, please visit the project’s homepage.
Learn more about the GCI week in São Paulo »
Read Bruce Katz’s remarks from the GCI forum »
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To attend this event in person, please email [email protected]. The formal invitation (PDF) is also available.
For more information in Brazil, contact:
Susanna Sancovsky, Sancovsky and Associates
Email: [email protected]
Phone: #55 11 3031 6133
PLEASE SEE THE AGENDA BELOW.
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Agenda
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November 30
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Remarks
Honorable Fernando Haddad Mayor-Elect - City of São Paulo -
Networking Breakfast
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Honorable Fernando Haddad Mayor-Elect - City of São Paulo -
Networking Break with Light Refreshments
11:05 am - 11:35 am
Honorable Fernando Haddad Mayor-Elect - City of São Paulo -
Introductory Remarks
Cassio Antonio Calil President - J.P. Morgan Asset Management - Brazil -
Closing Remarks
Honorable Geraldo Alckmin Governor - State of Sao Paulo -
Networking Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Honorable Geraldo Alckmin Governor - State of Sao Paulo -
Welcome
Luiz Felipe d’Avila President - Center for Public Leadership -
Introductory Remarks
Aod Cunha Head of Public Sector Corporate Banking - JPMorgan Chase -
Keynote Address
Jorge Gerdau Chairman and President of the Board of Directors - Gerdau S.A. -
Presentation: Why Metros Matter to Global Trade & Commerce
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Response Panel: A Vision for Prosperous Metropolitan Economies
Honorable Michael Coleman <em>Mayor</em> - City of Columbus, OhioMorgan McGrath Head of International Banking, Commercial Bank - JPMorgan ChaseEduardo Wurzmann <em>Managing Director</em> - H&R Block BrazilPhillip Yang Founder and Co-founder - URBEM and Petra Energia S.A. -
Discussion: Reflection on the Shift to Sub-national Priorities for Competitiveness
Honorable Fernando Henrique Cardoso Former president - Federative Republic of BrazilRichard M. Daley Former Mayor of Chicago -
Remarks and Reflections on GCI Los Angeles
Honorable Antonio Villaraigosa Mayor - City of Los Angeles -
Remarks
Honorable Geraldo Alckmin Governor - State of Sao Paulo
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