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to ty ual on irit an n nta State of the City Address The Burnaby Sustainability and Business Forum Board of Trade hosts the Mayor of Burnaby, who recounts highlights of the past year and outlines what is in store for the future of the city. This annual address provides valuable insight for large and small businesses alike. Each year the BBOT's Annual Environmental Forum focuses on sustainability topics that are relevant to business. Distinguished experts and panelists share best practices in an interactive format. Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan delivers his 2013 State of the City Address, titled "Developing Unique Communities in the Central City." BBOT President & CEO Paul Holden poses with Vancity CEO Tamara Vrooman at the Sustainability and Business Forum before officially launching the Pledge for a Sustainable Community initiative. ON-GOING EVENTS High Tea Series Organized by our Pacific Gateway Committee, these unique events offer a chance for all members of our diverse business community to connect and network while hearing from speakers on a range of Asia-Pacific topics. Distinguished Speakers These special events connect our business community with prominent elected officials and business leaders from across the country. Attendees network in the beautiful lobby of the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre before hearing from the Consul General of Japan at the BBOT 's High Tea Sushi event. Premier Christy Clark speaks to hundreds at BBOT's "Breakfast with the Premier," part of the Distinguished Speakers event series. Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies A ceremonial opening of a new or recently renovated/relocated business performed by BBOT President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Holden. Morgan Mansfield and Antonio Engel of Kitchen Riddles help BBOT President & CEO Paul Holden perform the ribbon cutting at the grand opening of their new test kitchen in South Burnaby. BURNABY BOARD OF TRADE 2013/2014 • MEMBERSHIP & RESOURCE DIRECTORY 17 p16-17 BldgRelation2013.indd 17 13-10-09 10:41 AM