For Immediate Release

03.12.2024 

Silicon Valley Mayors’ Breakfast: SVC Chamber Focus on Silicon Valley 

5 SV Mayors for the first time!

Silicon Valley, CA: The Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce (SVCCC) hosted the Silicon Valley Mayors’ Breakfast, Thursday, March 7, 2024 in Milpitas, CA. The #SVCCCMayorsBfast brought together multiple mayors across the Valley to share highlights of their city and thoughts on topics that relate to the region through a panel  session. The event started with the singing of the National Anthem and concluded with an open Q&A session. The sold-out event was packed with city and business leaders from across Silicon Valley, providing a forum for discussions and networking. 

WHEN: Thursday, March 7, 2024; 7:30 am- 10:00 am

WHERE: Embassy Suites by Hilton Milpitas Silicon Valley

WHO:

Mayors:

Cupertino: Mayor Sheila Mohan

Milpitas: Mayor Carmen Montano

Mountain View: Mayor Pat Showalter

Santa Clara: Mayor Lisa GillmorSunnyvale: Mayor Larry Klein

Moderators:

Harbir K. Bhatia, President & CEO, SVCCC

Russell Hancock, President & CEO, Joint Venture Silicon Valley

National Anthem singer: local high schooler, Nivedita Josy

Each mayor started with an introduction about the highlights and future of their city.  Major topics discussed included the housing shortage, and lack of low or very low income housing, transportation between the cities and how Silicon Valley cities can and are working together. Our sponsors introduced the mayors and shared their interest in the valley. This was followed by a message from our CEO, Harbir K Bhatia, about the importance of the regional conversations and the unique role our regional chamber plays in providing a platform to learn about each other, the opportunities, explore collaboration, and connect with the community across the Valley.

“I wish to extend my sincere gratitude to the Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce, the Mayors, special guests and all the attendees who made the event a remarkable event. This Mayors’ Breakfast event was by far the best event highlighting the Silicon Valley Central Chamber’s unwavering commitment to fostering a thriving business community and promoting innovation. The insightful discussions and networking opportunities provided a valuable platform for collaboration, reinforcing the strength of our collective efforts. Thank you for your dedication to the growth and prosperity of each city and the entire Silicon Valley region,” said Joe Siecinski, SVCCC board Vice Chair and brainSHARE co-founder .

Diana WeiPing Ding, SVCCC board director, Ding Ding TV founder and ‘CA State Assembly District 26 Woman of the Year’ said, “I have attended “Mayors Breakfast” events organized by our Chamber four times in the past. This is the most attended and best organized one. In this event, we see not only our own members but members from other Chambers of Commerce; great leadership brought diverse business communities together. Congratulations!”

“Each city is unique and provides for its residents, while also sharing and affecting the opportunities and issues of the region. Business and movement doesn’t stop at the borders of a city. Therefore, as a regional chamber, we provide the unique platform to bring communities together to discuss important topics that affect the economy and SV,“ Harbir Kaur Bhatia, Silicon Valley Central Chamber President and CEO.

Feedback from the audience was overwhelmingly positive:

Cupertino Mayor Sheila Mohan said, “Thanks to SVC Chamber for bringing important dialogues to the forefront. As mayors, we serve our cities best when we come together in regional conversations, sharing insights and solutions. It was a wonderful event, and I also enjoyed sharing Cupertino's strengths and attributes and some key development updates with everyone!”

Milpitas Mayor Carmen Montano shared, “As Milpitas’ Mayor, I understand the weight of responsibility that comes with serving our communities. The role is not easy, but I firmly believe that by working together with other mayors and stakeholders, we can leverage collective wisdom, resources, and expertise to address complex issues facing our communities.”

“... such a great event this morning. Congratulations to you and the SVC Chamber for taking the leadership and putting this wonderful event together. Thank you again for inviting me. Best, Doron Noyman, VP of Keypoint Credit Union.”

Raj Desai ICC CEO, former TiE CEO: “This was a well-organized event and we both really enjoyed meeting the Mayors and others as well as the discussions that took place. This is a great initiative by you to host so many mayors in one session to discuss significant topics of interest to us all. Best wishes to you and your team at the Chamber.”

Milpitas City Manager Ned Thomas: “I was inspired by the diversity of ideas and solutions discussed by the five mayors who convened in Milpitas. Through this type of regional dialogue and collaboration, we will continue to find creative ways to address the challenges facing our residents and communities.”

Chamber and Council partners include Joint Venture Silicon Valley, Cupertino Chamber of Commerce, Milpitas Chamber of Commerce, Mountain View Chamber of Commerce, Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce, and SVCCC Santa Clara Business Council.

Thank you to our sponsors: 

Milpitas Economic Development, Valley Water, Amazon, San Joaquin’s ACE, Kaiser Permanente, Hunter Partners, Silicon Valley Clean Energy, Selectiva Systems

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About Silicon Valley Central (SVC) Chamber of Commerce
For over 75 years, the SVC Chamber has served the Silicon Valley business community as influential advocates by supporting, connecting, and educating for the growth and sustainability of its business members. Located in Santa Clara, the SVC Chamber of Commerce is made up of a group of visionary business leaders that will help grow and shape the future of Silicon Valley.

www.SVCentralChamber.com

Note to Editors: Please let us know if you would like photos, B-roll, and/ or interviews. More info about the Mayors' Breakfast here.

Contact/ Press RSVP:
Jaya Gautam

408-569-9240 (m)

info@SVCentralChamber.com | staff@SVCentralChamber.com

CEO

Harbir K. Bhatia

408-887-1016 (m)

CEO@SVCentralChamber.com