2011 Study Mission

What is a Study Mission? This annual event produced by the Sacramento Metro Chamber provides unique insight into the challenges faced by other regions and how they successfully navigate a path to long-term regional prosperity and an improved quality of life. We will highlight parallels to the Sacramento region—strengths and weaknesses—allowing us to build on best practices for implementation while growing relationships with other engaged civic and business leaders.

New Orleans...On the Move!
See first hand how business, government and nonprofit leaders are implementing strategies that support traditional industry clusters, but are also growing the economy and ensuring long-term prosperity. Discover how New Orleans has mapped a path to prosperity through new economic and social models. No where in the nation is transformation occurring at such a speed, fostering widespread innovation and entrepreneurial movement, creating a collaborative, business-friendly climate.

Study Mission sessions will include the following insights:
Lower Ninth Ward Bus Tour 
Small Business and Entrepreneurs
Disaster Preparedness & Flood Protection
Regional Branding
Jumpstarting an Economy
Downtown Development
Successful Economic Development Model 
Healthy Communities
Street Cars and Tourism 
Tech Transfer/Bio-Entrepreneurs
Innovations in Sustainability and Design
Food Industry as an Economic Driver
K-12 Education Reform & Workforce Development