STATE OF THE CITY

The State of the City is held every January and was hosted in 2012 by SGI-USA at the World Culture Center in Santa Monica.
The Office of Sustainability and the Environment  hosted this year's breakfast reception.

Mayor Richard Bloom delivered the State of the City address, providing insights on the local impact of the current global and state economy. Jason Nazar, CEO of DocStoc and host of the popular Startups Uncensored talks shared his perspective on the growth of technology in Santa Monica and moderated a panel discussion on the use of technology and best new business practices here in "Silicon Beach".

Panelists included:
Dr. Chui Tsang
Superintendent/President, Santa Monica College
David Travers
Partner, Rustic Canyon Partners
Keith Klein
Partner, Bryan Cave, LLP
Paige Craig
CEO, BetterWorks

See the panelists' discussion below: 

"We are excited to showcase the insights and innovations of this year's State of the City panelists and honorees," said Laurel Rosen, President of the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce. "In a city of cultural and technological trendsetters,
our businesses and residents have had a profound impact, not only on operating in Santa Monica, but making waves around the world."



Honorees:
The Economic Excellence Award presented to 
Santa Monica College
The Innovation Award recognizing local small business CoLoft
The Leadership Award presented to 
Brad Cox, 
Senior Managing Director of Trammell Crow Company.

Watch the awards presentation below:



Thank you to our 2012 generous sponsors:

Host


Stage Sponsors

 

Breakfast Sponsor




A/V Sponsors

Photo Sponsors

Media Sponsors

Friend Sponsor

Bob Gabriel Insurance


Seat Sponsors

Santa Monica Ford

The Georgian Hotel


For questions about the State of the City, please contact
Magdalena Davis (Director of Marketing & Events) at events@smchamber.com