RECAP: 2025 Economic Forecast
LAEDC’s Economic Forecast 2025 provided an in-depth look at the forces shaping the regional and global economy in the year ahead. Industry leaders and economic…
LAEDC Releases 2025 Economic Forecast Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAEDC Releases 2025 Economic Forecast Report: Rebuilding, Recovering, and Increasing Resilience in Los Angeles County Los Angeles, CA – February 26, 2025…
CTBC Bank Contributes $300,000 to Support LAEDC’s Small Business Recovery Efforts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CTBC Bank Contributes $300,000 to Support LAEDC’s Small Business Recovery Efforts Following Los Angeles Wildfires LOS ANGELES, ( February 13, 2025)…
Recap: Future Forum @ CSUDH
In the aftermath of unprecedented global health challenges, Los Angeles stands at a critical juncture in reimagining community health. Our regions diverse communities demand innovative,…
Work-Based Learning: Culinary Arts
LAEDC recently organized a Work-Based Learning (WBL) event at Lynwood High School, focused on Culinary Arts and Hospitality. This event aimed to inspire and guide…
Special Session: LA Wildfires Response Update
The LAEDC’s Board of Governors leadership Ron Frierson, Efrain Escobedo, Laurie Sewell, Hale Behzadi and LAEDC’s CEO Stephen Cheung called an emergency meeting to discuss…
SBA Disaster Loan Updates
LA Chamber’s CEO Maria Salinas and LAEDC CEO Stephen Cheung met with US SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman to discuss the emergency disaster resources that will…
Business Assistance Resources For Those Affected By The Wildfires
In response to the devastating wildfires, the County of Los Angeles is immediately focusing on the preservation of life, safety and property for the residents…
Lynwood HS Explores IT At LACI
On December 4th, LAEDC, in collaboration with LACI, hosted an engaging work-based learning event for Lynwood High School students to explore Information Technology (IT) career…
QUARTERLY ECONOMIC BRIEFING – NOVEMBER 2024
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29th Annual EDDY Awards Recap
Last week, LAEDC hosted our 29th Annual Eddy Awards to recognize the work of local government, nonprofit, and business leaders during the last year. …
LAEDC Announces Finalists for Most Business-Friendly City Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: October 28,2024 LOS ANGELES, CA – The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) is excited to announce the finalists for…
Los Angeles Jobs First Collaborative Releases Regional Report Part 2
Los Angeles Jobs First Collaborative Releases Regional Report Part 2 to Guide Catalyst and Implementation Phases for Funding Community Projects through the California Jobs First…
Member Spotlight: Cafe UCLA
To cheer on the Bruins attending the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympic Games, Associated Students UCLA (ASUCLA) hosted Café UCLA in the heart of France…
Ron Frierson Assumes Chairmanship of LAEDC, Ushering in a New Era of Economic Development
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** *Los Angeles, CA – July 24, 2024* – The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) proudly announces Ron Frierson as its…
Halé Behzadi Concludes Term as LAEDC Board Chair, Reflects on Achievements and Future Prospects
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** **Los Angeles, CA** – July 9, 2024 – As Halé Behzadi’s term as Board Chair for the Los Angeles County Economic Development…
Stephen Cheung Honored in LA Business Journal’s Prestigious LA500
We are thrilled to announce that Stephen Cheung, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) and World Trade…
QUARTERLY ECONOMIC BRIEFING – MAY 2024
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LA Consular Corps Quarterly Meeting: World Trade Center Los Angeles 2024 Launch
On Tuesday, April 30th, in celebration of World Trade Week, the World Trade Center Los Angeles (WTCLA) partnered with the Los Angeles Consular Corps (LACC)…
Over $1.1 Million to be Distributed to 90 Grassroots Community-Based Organizations
Historic Milestone: Over $1.1 Million to be Distributed to 90 Grassroots Community-Based Organizations Driving Economic Progress in Los Angeles County through the California Jobs First…
Member Spotlight: Fesia Davenport, Chief Executive Officer, County of Los Angeles
Member Spotlight: Fesia Davenport, Chief Executive Officer, County of Los Angeles Fesia Davenport was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Los Angeles County in January 2021.…
Women’s History Month 2024
As we celebrate #WomenHistoryMonth, LAEDC honors the immense contributions of women to building a resilient and equitable economy. We recognize the pivotal role of women's innovation,…
Business Spotlight: Essential Merchandising
In celebration of Black History Month, Jaynessa Rose stands as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly women-owned businesses, as she shares her remarkable…
LAEDC’s 2024 Economic Forecast Recap
On February 27, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) proudly released its 2024 Economic Forecast. This comprehensive analysis, prepared by the LAEDC's Institute…