Made In LA: A Small Business Perspective
A Personal Reflection on “Made in LA” and Small Business in Manufacturing On June 25, 2025, I had the privilege of participating in an insightful…
Category: 2025 – LAEDC
The 2025 Select LA Recap Is Here
The 2025 Select LA Summit celebrated the last decade of impact and inspired us to design the next decade of opportunity. The day conference was…
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
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Press Release: LAEDC Releases 2024 Economic Forecast
Charting a Path to Resilience: Navigating Economic Challenges and Seizing Opportunities **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Los Angeles, CA – February 27, 2024 – Today, the Los…
2024 Economic Forecast Report
[image_with_animation image_url="70029" alignment="" animation="Fade In" box_shadow="none" max_width="100%"] Los Angeles, CA – February 27, 2024 – Today, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) proudly…
Black History Month 2024
This #BlackHistoryMonth the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) honors the significant contributions of Black communities and emphasizes the ongoing importance of celebrating and learning from…
Member Spotlight: Thomas A. Parham, California State University, Dominguez Hills
Thomas A. Parham, Ph.D., is a family man who resides in the Southern California area with his wife, Davida. Dr. Parham is the 11th president…
City Spotlight: City of Glendale
This month’s city spotlight is the City of Glendale! The City of Glendale is one of the most business-friendly cities for several key reasons. Glendale…
Future of Sports and Entertainment Recap
January 23, 2024 - The LAEDC hosted Future Forum on Sports & Entertainment, "Making Los Angeles the Global End Zone” in partnership with California State…
City Spotlight: City of Long Beach
This month’s spotlight is LAEDC Member and 2023 Most Business-Friendly City award winner: the City of Long Beach Long Beach has an ideal location along the coast between…