GRE and SBC to hold second annual Eyes on the Future economic summit

Last June, 1,000 people came together at the Eyes on the Future economic summit to learn about the area's opportunities and assets as well as the role each person plays to be an economic ambassador for the Greater Rochester Region. The Small Business Council of Rochester, an affiliate of the Rochester Business Alliance, and the Greater Rochester Enterprise (GRE) will further that dialogue with a second installment of the regional event, Eyes on the Future. The economic summit will bring together local, state and national representatives on Friday, October 10 at St. John Fisher College from 8 to 11 a.m. Governor David Paterson has been invited to deliver the keynote address. "Real, sustainable economic growth in the greater Rochester region will depend on our ability to offer prospective businesses a truly collaborative and inclusive community that is willing to do the hard work required for success," said Thomas Ioele, chair, executive committee, Eyes on the Future. "This event will provide an understanding of perspectives from national experts, as well as the work being done by many diverse parties that are working together to foster economic growth. Attendees will also learn about how many Rochester companies have achieved continued success." The second annual summit will include a panel discussion moderated by Brian Taffe, host of the statewide cable news program, Capital Tonight, which will broadcast the summit live. Admission to Eyes on the Future is free and will be opened to the entire community.