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Biggest Takeaways from the LAEDC’s 2019 Economic Forecast
REGISTER HERE FOR THE 2020 LAEDC ECONOMIC FORECAST On February 20th, the LAEDC hosted the 2019 Economic Forecast at the Omni Hotel in Downtown LA. One of the first events of … Continued
Recap: SoCal Aerospace Council Meeting w/ Virgin Orbit
On February 13th, LAEDC’s SoCal Aerospace Council partnered with Virgin Orbit for an engaging meeting with regional industry suppliers, government officials, and professional service providers. Hosted by Cross Campus South … Continued
LAEDC releases Economic Forecast report for 2019-2020
LAEDC has published its annual Economic Forecast report, which covers the US, California, Los Angeles County and the other counties of Southern California. The report provides analysis and an outlook … Continued
U.S. retail sales in December suffered their worst decline in nine years, a potential red flag
Advance estimates of December 2018 retail and food services sales, a major driver of the U.S. economy, fell 1.2 percent from the previous month, to $505.8 billion, according to the Census … Continued
Biggest Takeaways from Future Forum: The Future of the Business of Aging
On February 6th, the LAEDC hosted our latest Future Forum, at Cross Campus Downtown LA, where we took a deeper dive into what 2030 might look like. What does the future hold … Continued
KCET’s Blue Sky Metropolis to look at the future of LA’s aerospace industry
LAEDC’s Judy Kruger was among those interviewed in recent days for the much anticipated Blue Sky Metropolis documentary, which will chronicle the rather amazing history of LA’s dominance in the … Continued
S&P 500 posts best January since ’87, but is it sustainable?
The S&P 500 advanced nearly 8% last month. Apple and Nike enjoyed positive returns in January, and according to KNX1070’s Frank Mottek, Boeing traded above $400 per share for the first time! … Continued
A pioneering national network of home care is using this one virtue to reshape their industry.
Starting a company with the minds behind massively successful and innovative companies like Google and Comcast gets people’s attention. “When are you going to license the tech platform?” Says Kelly … Continued
Biggest Takeaways from R.E.D Talk: The Future of the Talent Ecosystem in LA County
On January 25th, LAEDC hosted our latest R.E.D Talk, at Cross Campus South Bay, where entrepreneurs and innovators discussed the challenges of cultivating a diverse and inclusive but also productive workforce. Here … Continued
Recap: e4 Mobility Alliance Meeting with EV Charging Leaders
On January 24th, LAEDC’s e4 Mobility Alliance convened leaders from Southern California Edison (SCE), EVgo, EV Connect, Greenlots, ChargePoint, and Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC) for a robust conversation around … Continued
How is LA’s infrastructure really doing? New AECOM report
AECOM this week unveiled a striking report on LA’s infrastructure challenges, opportunities and needs. AECOM, an LA-based, global company is one of the world’s foremost, integrated builders of infrastructure (Design-Build-Finance-Operate, … Continued
Another good California employment report; LA County adds 6,000 jobs in December 2018
The California EDD has released it’s data for the month of December 2018, and it continues to show a strong economy, with low unemployment. Los Angeles County payrolls expanded by … Continued
Earthquake Guide Provides NEW Tips for Business, Gains Media Coverage
On the 25th anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake, several media outlets are covering the new guide, Preparing for Business Operations After Earthquakes, which LAEDC released as part of its public … Continued
How many Americans have $0 saved for retirement?
Did you know? A 2016 study showed 1 in 3 Americans has $0 saved for retirement. This alarming trend affects us all! While your family’s retirement may be set up, … Continued
Google, Netflix, Amazon, and Apple are planning on becoming millionaires of a different kind
Four companies in the upper echelon of 2018’s Fortune 500 are rapidly growing their footprint in Los Angeles. By 2022, four of the largest and most innovative companies in the … Continued
LAEDC CCW Workforce and Education Partner Portal (WEPP) RFP Questions & Answers
The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) is soliciting proposals from website developers and platform providers to design, create and deliver a turn‐key website with CRM functionality for our Center for … Continued
Stephen Cheung Named EVP of LAEDC, in addition to role as President of WTCLA
Stephen Cheung has been named Executive Vice President of LAEDC in addition to his continuing role as President of LAEDC’s subsidiary World Trade Center LA. The move supports LAEDC’s ongoing … Continued
First of its Kind Earthquake Guide for Businesses Is Released by LAEDC
Specific recommendations likely to save many businesses and jobs in the region. Download the guide at laedc.org/EQ, or a Spanish version of the guide at laedc.org/EQS On the eve of the 25th … Continued
LAEDC applauds appointment of Lenny Mendonca as Chief Economic and Business Advisor to Gov. Newsom
The LAEDC enthusiastically applauds the appointment of Lenny Mendonca to serve as Governor Gavin Newsom’s Chief Economic and Business Advisor and as Director of the Office of Business and Economic … Continued
Film & TV Tax Credit Continues to be Effective
LA Business Journal recently published an overview of the studios receiving money from the Film & Television Tax Credit, and it is yet more evidence that the credit is factoring … Continued
e4 Mobility Alliance announces new Co-Chairs Eric Mika and Rudy Salo
Beginning January 2019, Eric Mika, who leads government affairs for Canoo (formerly EVELOZCITY), a Los Angeles based electric vehicle (EV) and mobility services company that is creating subscription based mobility for … Continued
LA Business Journal: LA’s Space Commercialization Sector Booming
Aerospace Cos. Expand Extraterrestrial Offerings Defense and commercial spending support more local firm’s space programs By Samson Amore Friday, December 14, 2018 Read the full story at LA Business Journal. What follows … Continued
LA Business Journal: Biotech Sees VC Cash Flow
BIOTECH: $320M Westlake fund excites local firms By Dana Bartholomew Friday, December 14, 2018 Read the full story at LA Business Journal. What follows is an excerpt. Los Angeles biotech companies … Continued