Summer Member Mixer 2022
On August 24th, LAEDC members gathered on the rooftop terrace of the Ace Hotel in downtown Los Angeles for LAEDC’s annual Summer Member Mixer. Guests enjoyed cocktails, networked, and…
Category: 2025 – LAEDC
LAEDC Announces Most Business-Friendly City Finalists and Honorees for 27th Annual Eddy Awards®
LAEDC Announces Most Business-Friendly City Finalists and Honorees for 27th Annual Eddy Awards® Winners will be Announced LIVE on November 9th at SoFi Stadium LOS…
LAEDC President and CEO Bill Allen to retire in January
LAEDC President and CEO Bill Allen to retire in January Longest serving CEO transformed the organization during 17-year tenure LOS ANGELES – August 8, 2022…
A personal note from our CEO, Bill Allen
Dear Colleagues, I wanted you to be some of the first to know that during the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation's Executive Committee meeting…
Member Spotlight: Steve Olson & Halé Behzadi
This month, we would like to welcome and spotlight our incoming Chair, Steve Olson, and Vice Chair, Halé Behzadi. The Chair and Vice Chair of…
Together For LA Report Announcement
On Friday, June 24, The Together for Los Angeles (TFLA) Collaborative for Small Business Recovery released a report that outlines its work to accelerate recovery…
Los Angeles Business Journal 2022 LA500
Each year, the Los Angles Business Journal publishes its LA500, a list of the most influential people in Los Angeles. LAEDC is proud of our…
Press Release – ADVANCED ALTERNATIVES: WORLD ENERGY PARAMOUNT RENEWABLE FUELS PROJECT
LAEDC Economic Impact Report States World Energy’s Renewable Fuels Project in Southern Calif. Will Drive Down Carbon Emissions Globally, Improve Air Quality Locally, and Generate…
The Future of Entertainment Recap
On June 8, 2022, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation, with the support of California State University Dominguez Hills, hosted its Future Forum: The…
Economic Development Week 2022
As our region collectively and collaboratively responded to the pandemic to provide economic opportunity, especially in those communities most disproportionately impacted, LAEDC celebrates Economic Development…
Small Business Week 2022
National Small Business Week is celebrated during the first week of May every year. Small businesses are vital to the Los Angeles County economy, and to celebrate this week, we’d like to…
88 Cities Recap: Reimagining the Future of Cities
LAEDC’s 88 Cities Summit held on Wednesday, April 27th, convened leaders of our local governments to discuss the economic challenges and opportunities our communities face.
Women’s History Month 2022
In honor of Women’s History Month, we asked Los Angeles County Supervisors Sheila Kuehl (3rd District) and Kathryn Barger (5th District) – two of our LAEDC…
The Future of Cannabis Recap
While still in its infant stage, the cannabis industry is hitting its stride in popularity and rapid growth across the country.Â
Press Release: California Film and Television Tax Credit Program 2.0
California Film and Television Tax Credit Program 2.0 supported $21.9 billion in economic output and more than 110,000 jobsÂ
Spotlight of Women-Owned Businesses
LAEDC is always looking for ways to help grow our local economy by helping to grow our small businesses. All year round, we encourage our…
Spotlight of Black-Owned Businesses
LAEDC is always looking for ways to help grow our local economy by helping to grow our small businesses.Â
Wells Fargo Open for Business Fund 2021 Los Angeles Community Champion: Morgan’s Naturals
Meet Morgan’s Naturals – a woman-owned small business started by Ashakia Morgan to provide inclusive and all-natural hair products.Â
Future Forum: The Future of Esports
LAEDC’s Future Forum held on December 9, 2021, explored how LA’s companies, technologies, and talent are leading the way in the growing esports industry. In…
LAEDC-Led Coalition chosen as finalist in EDA’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge
LAEDC-Led Coalition chosen as finalist in EDA’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge Coalition will compete for up to $100 million to supercharge Southern California economy…
26th Annual Eddy Awards Recap
Last week, the LAEDC hosted our 26th Annual Eddy Awards to recognize the work of local government, education, and business leaders during the past year.…
Local Nonprofit Helping Small Businesses In LA County Find Grants To Stay Afloat
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State of the LA Economy with LAEDC
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Governor Newsom signs bills to advance equitable broadband internet services
FORE IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 8, 2021 Governor Newsom signs SB 4, SB 28, SB 378, AB 14, and AB 41 to advance equitable broadband internet…