 Through 2011 and beyond, the summit will focus on three major efforts (1) optimize an annual forum for local, regional and national leaders to advance Hamilton's economy; (2) implement actions to make Hamilton a community of choice for next generation professionals and entrepreneurs; and, (3) realize business opportunities associated with the renewal of Hamilton's built and natural environments.Business, education and government in the Hamilton, Halton and Niagara regions have joined forces to energize existing biosciences strengths and help turn breakthroughs into business success.A regional initiative, the Golden Horseshoe is being transformed into a knowledge-based, economic powerhouse of research, growth and investment.