The non-profit Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation champions equitable economic growth across the LA region.
Collaborating with community, government, business and education partners to inform and advance our data-driven
and evidence-based approach, we endeavor to achieve a reimagined regional economy – growing,
equitable, sustainable, and resilient -that provides a healthy and high standard of living for all.
LAEDC staff and members represent the diversity of Los Angeles County and act as trusted conveners,
thought partners, valued service providers, regional stewards, and catalysts for transformational change.
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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 Week and will be sharing...
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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 highlight a few in our...
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Member Spotlight: Justin X. Thompson, Nixon Peabody
Justin X. Thompson is a partner at Nixon Peabody who represents clients across the spectrum of the real estate industry, from acquisition, financing and development to leasing and disposition.
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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.
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LAEDC Member Spotlight: Ellie Casson, Waymo
Ellie Casson is Waymo’s Head of City Policy and Government Affairs. Waymo began as the Google self-driving car in 2009, and is designing the Waymo Driver, an autonomous vehicle that...
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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 members and long-standing supporters– about...
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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.
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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 jobs
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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 community to support women-owned businesses....
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CA Film & TV Tax Credit Program 2.0
The California Film and Television Tax Credit 2.0, enacted in July 2015 and sunsetting June 2020, has contributed almost $21.9 billion in economic output over five years,
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Meta (Facebook) Boost Small Business Training
May 19, 2022 11:00 amDuring the session you’ll hear from Meta’s small business team and learn how to raise awareness of your business…
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Growing your Small Business with Workforce Assistance Programs
May 25, 2022 11:00 amTogether for L.A., powered by Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation invites you to learn how to grow your…
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The Future of Entertainment
June 08, 2022 8:30 amDuring this Future Forum, a panel of industry experts will explore how consumers’ changing expectations and desires impact the…
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Let's Get Certified - Business Enterprise Certification 101 Webinar
June 08, 2022 11:00 amTogether for South LA, powered by LAEDC, invites you to learn what a business enterprise certification can do for…
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Select LA Investment Summit 2022
June 22, 2022 5:30 pmWTCLA looks forward to once again hosting local and international companies at their two-day event. This year, Select LA…