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18th Annual Economic Summit: The Future of the American Dream
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17th Annual Economic Summit Rebuilding the American Dream
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16th Annual Economic Summit Roundup
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18th Annual Economic Summit: The Future of the American Dream

2010 Keynote:
Congressman
Barney Frank
Greenlining’s annual Economic Summit provides a rare opportunity for business and government leaders to connect with leaders from low-to-moderate income and minority communities to create viable solutions for the issues that affect us all. With over 1,000 participants, the Summit is the only event of its kind — a conference that represents a truly “rainbow,” cross-sector coalition.  Our Summit creates this powerful exchange of perspectives, where relationships are developed, ideas are fomented, and “win/win”solutions are a common result. Please join us for Greenlining’s 18th Annual Economic Summit titled, “The Future of the American Dream.”

2011 Economic Summit Panels

Our “Smart” Future: Potential and Pitfalls

The coming decade will witness a revolution that merges the media, energy, and telecommunications industries in ways never seen before.  From the merger of cable companies with broadcast networks, to the Smart Grid system and “smart” energy technologies, how we go about our daily lives will fundamentally change.
This panel will examine some of the most important changes on the horizon, including how we consume information, the revamping of our electrical grid, and the technologies that will get us there. Join representatives from the private and public sectors as they debate the potential – and the potential pitfalls – of our “Smart” future.

Mastering the Art of Leadership in a Technological Age

The use of technology tools by the Obama campaign to inspire, generate resources, and organize millions of volunteers has raised interesting questions about leadership, civic participation and how social change happens.
It is not possible to tackle problems like climate change, increasing wealth disparities or access to education without embracing new technologies and network strategies that enable us to reach wide audiences and mobilize support. Join us for a discussion on mastering the art of social justice leadership in an increasingly technological age.

Starting Points of Change: The Correlation of Health and Wealth

In his first year, President Obama?s Administration opted to tackle two of the most critical elements for change?health care reform and financial reform. In this panel, we will discuss the relationship between financial and personal health and how this relationship impacts communities.
We will also examine the relationship and potential impact these two reforms have on communities of color, what opportunities these reforms bring, and what more needs to happen to achieve equity.Click Here to see the agenda.

17th Annual Economic Summit Rebuilding the American Dream

The Greenlining Institute’s
17th Annual Economic Summit
Rebuilding the American Dream

Friday, April 9, 2010
Downtown Los Angeles

The American Dream is perceived as a promise of prosperity for all citizens. The American Dream is the opportunity to raise one?s standard of living without the restrictions of class, religion, race, or ethnic group. According to the dream, this includes the opportunity for one’s children to grow up and receive an adequate education, own a home, and live a healthy life.

During the Presidential campaign of 2009, then candidate Obama stated during a speech entitled Reclaiming the American Dream, ?Americans share a faith in simple dreams. A job with wages that can support a family. Health care that we can count on and afford. A retirement that is dignified and secure. Education and opportunity for our kids. Common hopes. American dreams.?

The thought that anyone can achieve what Mr. Obama was referring to defines the consummate American story and has served as the beacon of hope and prospect of upward mobility for Americans across many generations.

And though that promise still rings true today, we know that the American Dream for communities of color has been and continues to be elusive.

Today, the cost of higher education is skyrocketing. Homeownership levels are dropping due to foreclosures. Entrepreneurship is suffering due to the lack of credit for small businesses. A worsening state budget threatens to cut vital services to people that need them most. Finally, too many people remain unemployed despite the proclamation that the ?recession is over.?

Join us on April 9th in Los Angeles as we discuss how we nurture new and capable leaders to Rebuild the American Dream. We will discuss current efforts that aim for a more responsive and effective government. We will discuss the need for responsible corporations to be partners in win-win efforts.

Given the current crisis, it is time to rethink what once had a greater meaning; we need to Rebuild the American Dream.

16th Annual Economic Summit Roundup

COPING WITH CRISIS | ADVANCING CHANGE
Friday, April 3, 2009

Keynote Speakers

Richard Davis, Chief Executive Officer, US Bank

Randall Stephenson, Chief Executive Officer, AT&T

Awardees

Lifetime Achievement Award

John C. Gamboa and Robert Gnaizda, Co-Founders, Greenlining Institute

The Greenlining Big Heart Award

Keith Kelley, Executive Director, Fresno West Coalition for Economic Development

The Greenlining Institute Distinguished Leader Award

Honorable Ted Lieu, California State Assemblymember, 53rd District

The Greenlining Big Brain Award

Earl “Skip” Cooper, Black Business Association

The Greenlining Big Foot Award

Martha Montoya, California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

The Greenlining Torchbearer Award

Erik Paulino, La Unidad Latina Foundation

Panels

Jumpstarting the 21st Century Economy with Green Solutions for All Communities

Moderators

Sam Kang, Managing Attorney, Greenlining Institute

Tara Marchant, Green Assets Program Manager, Greenlining Institute

Presentation by

Phil Angelides, Chairman, Apollo Alliance

Panelists

Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins, Executive Director, Green For All

Honorable Felipe Fuentes, California State Assemblymember, 39th District

Honorable Dian Grueneich, Commissioner, California Public Utilities Commission

Honorable Ted Lieu, California State Assemblymember, 53rd District

Honorable V. Manuel Perez, California State Assemblymember, 80th District

Mark Toney, Ph.D., Executive Director, The Utility Reform Network (TURN)

Beyond the Stimulus: Opportunities & Challenges in Reforming our National Healthcare System

Moderator

Dr. Gil Ojeda, Director, CPAC, UC Berkeley School of Public Health

Panelists

Dr. Diana M. Bonta, Vice President, Public Affairs, Kaiser Permanente

Dr. America Bracho, President and Chief Executive Officer, Latino Health Access

Carmela Castellano-Garcia, Esq., Chief Executive Officer, California Primary Care Association

Sylvia Drew Ivie, Chief of Staff, Office of LA County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas

Honorable Dave Jones, Chair, California State Assembly Health Committee

Dr. Robert Ross, President, The California Endowment

Sustaining and Expanding Homeownership: What Works? What Doesn?t? What?s Next?

Moderator

Preeti Vissa, Community Reinvestment Program Manager, Greenlining Institute

Panelists

Brad Blackwell, Executive Vice President, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

Jane Duong, Homeownership Program Manager, Mission Economic Development Agency

Glenda Gabriel, Senior Vice President of Neighborhood Lending, Bank of America

Ronald Martinez: Senior Loan Officer, Los Angeles Neighborhood Housing Services (LA NHS)

Kevin Stein, Associate Director, California Reinvestment Coalition

Other Presenters

Mistress and Master of Ceremonies

Maria Contreras-Sweet, Founder and Chairwoman, Promerica Bank

Paul H. Turner, Chairman of the Board, West Angeles CDC

Invocations

Bishop Brother Eddie C. Villanueva, Founder, Jesus is Lord Church Worldwide

Reverend J. Alfred Smith, Jr., Senior Pastor, Allen Temple Baptist Church

15th Annual Economic Summit Roundup

We celebrated our 15th Annual Greenlining Economic Development Summit in Los Angeles. Once again 15th Annual Summitwe brought together the leading community advocates, corporate leaders and government officials in the country to discuss “win-win” opportunities and solutions on issues related to minority economic empowerment.

The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Friday April 25, 2008

Keynote Speakers:
Sheila Bair, Chairwoman, FDIC
Introduced by Assemblymember Ted Lieu

Ivan Seidenberg
Chairman and CEO, Verizon

U.S. Attorney Joseph P. Russoniello

Award Recipients:
Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Award 2008
Robert McNeely
Executive Vice President Union Bank California

Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Award 2008
Shiela Bair
Chairwoman, FDIC

Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Award 2008
Cynthia Amador
President and CEO
CHARO Community Development Corporation

Big Brain Award 2008
Assemblymember Joe Coto (D-San Jose)
Chair, California Latino Legislative Caucus

Big Foot Award 2008
Louise Perez
Executive Director
Community Resource Project, Sacramento CA

Big Heart Award 2008
Faith Bautista
Executive Director
Mabuhay Alliance, Inc.

Lifetime Achievement Award 2008
Ortensia Lopez
Executive Director
El Concilio of San Mateo County and Greenlining Co-Chair

Lifetime Achievement Award 2008
George Dean
President and CEO
Greater Phoenix Urban League

Torchbearer Award 2008
Lindsay Imai
Transportation and Housing Program Associate
Urban Habitat, Oakland CA

14th Annual Economic Summit Roundup

Greenspan at SummitWe celebrated our 14th Annual Greenlining Economic Development Summit in Los Angeles. Once again we brought together the leading community advocates, corporate leaders and government officials in the country to discuss “win-win” opportunities and solutions on issues related to minority economic empowerment.

Fulfilling The Promise: April 21, 2005

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:

Sheila Bair, Chairwoman FDIC Introduced by George Dean

Janet Yellen, President Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Introduced by Cynthia Amador

Charles Prince, Chairman & CEO Citigroup, Inc.

Richard K. Davis, President & Chief Executive Officer U.S. Bancorp

AWARD RECIPIENTS:

The Greenlining Big Brain Award
Luis Arteaga, Executive Director Latino Issues Forum

The Greenlining Big Heart Award
Erin Pak, CEO KHEIR

The Greenlining Big Foot Award
Cory Jasperson, Chief of Staff Assembly - Speaker pro Tempore Sally Lieber

The Greenlining Institute Distinguished Leader Award
John Dugan Comptroller of the Currency – Introduced by Ortensia Lopez

The Greenlining Institute?s Lifetime Achievement Award
Lifetime Achievement Video Zara Marselian, CEO La Maestra Family Clinic

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