Mayor London N. Breed acknowledged Graton Resort & Casino as the Premier Sponsor for the 2023 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting in San Francisco today. Earlier this month, Graton Resort & Casino made a significant contribution of $4,625,000 to the San Francisco Special Events Committee, which is responsible for APEC-related fundraising. As a result of this and other contributions, the committee surpassed its $20,000,000 goal, reflecting Graton Resort & Casino's deep commitment to San Francisco's economic growth and progress.
Scheduled for November 11-17, the APEC meeting will be the largest gathering of world leaders in San Francisco since the signing of the UN Charter in 1945. Emphasizing themes of resilience, innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability, the APEC summit plans to showcase the city's broad diversity and history, as well as the valuable attributes of the broader Bay Area.
Lieutenant Governor and APEC Host Committee Finance Chair Eleni Kounalakis spoke about the important partnership with Graton Resort & Casino and the shared values of diversity, prosperity, and an innovative spirit. This premier sponsorship indicates a significant alignment of ideals and goals.
Graton Resort & Casino's sponsorship goes beyond monetary donations. Greg Sarris, Tribal Chairman of the Federated Indians to Graton Rancheria, underscores their dedication to social justice and environmental stewardship. Their support of the global conference augments the overall experience for the myriad of international attendees.
As noted by sf.gov, Mayor London Breed expressed appreciation for Graton's support and stressed the enhancement this action offers to the APEC participant experience.
Hosting the APEC 2023 Leaders' Meeting aligns with San Francisco's commitment to promoting sustainable growth within the Asia-Pacific region. Within the context of this monumental global event, the city's place for diversity and innovation takes center stage.
Collectively, APEC's 21 Member Economies represent nearly 40 percent of the world's population and account for close to half of global trade. San Francisco's participation in APEC 2023 reinforces the city's pledge to support continued growth and innovation in a hyper-connected global community.
Graton Resort & Casino's premier sponsorship of the APEC 2023 Leaders' Meeting manifests their dedication to community engagement, social justice, and environmental stewardship. It also formalizes a key partnership with a city characterized by diversity, vibrancy, innovation, and an eye toward the future.
