Leading up to the 2014 Invest New West Economic Forum on October 2nd, we're partnering with the City of New Westminster to bring you interviews with all of the speakers to let you get to know them a little better! This year's Economic Forum will explore the present and future growth of New Westminster and highlight potential opportunities for business and investment.
Name/title/company/what you do:
Lisa Spitale, CAO for the City of New Westminster.
What’s your mark on New West/what do you consider to be your greatest mark on New West?
I've worked for the City of New Westminster for 22 years and have been involved with many exciting and important projects. Perhaps my mark will be the role I've played in the revitalization of the Downtown - from addressing nuisance behavior and illegal activities around the 8th Street Skytrain Station, to the creation of the Downtown Community Plan, the development of the Westminster Pier Park, and the planning and construction of the new Anvil Centre.
Describe New West’s future in one word.
Resurgence!
Which speaker are you looking forward to hearing from?
I’m looking forward to hearing all of the speakers. If I had to select one, I’d have to say Mr. Suki Sekhon.
Why?
Mr. Sekhon and Mr. Segal purchased the office tower at the Anvil Centre. I’d like to hear why he selected New Westminster and what he sees as opportunities for employment and business growth in the Downtown.
What’s your favorite thing to do on a sunny Sunday afternoon?
Read a book while sitting in the sun.
What's your favorite sport to play/watch?
I’m a Canucks fan... hockey.
What is the last book your read or movie you watched?
I just finished reading a book titled Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts. It's a wonderful book about a man’s journey in India.
Name a travel destination that is on your bucket list (that you haven’t visited yet).
Prague.
This year's forum takes place October 2nd at the Anvil Centre. Learn all about it at investnewwest.ca
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