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GPEC Annual Event – Thursday, October 6, 2016

Published: 08/16/2016
Updated: 03/07/2022

Join GPEC for a reception with the region’s top business and civic leaders as we celebrate the successes of fiscal year 2016. This year’s event will be held at the Vintage 45 in the Downtown Phoenix Warehouse District on Thursday, October 6 and will feature live music from local musician Lee Perreira.

During the event, GPEC will honor three leaders in our community who have played an integral role in championing economic development activities in Greater Phoenix. Former Gilbert Mayor and East Valley Partnership President & CEO John Lewis will receive the Outstanding Regional Contribution award in recognition of his dedication to economic development and commitment to promoting regionalism. Robert Sarver will be receiving the Distinguished Service award acknowledging his numerous endeavors across the region and the state, both in business and in the community. Bill Honsaker of Jones Lang LaSalle will receive the Ambassador of the Year award, having been nominated and selected by his peers as a GPEC Ambassador who goes above and beyond in his efforts to positively promote the region.