Future Forum – A Just Transition to A Green Economy

Los Angeles Central Library 630 W 5th St, Los Angeles, California, United States

A Just Transition means greening the economy in a way that is as fair and inclusive and creating fair work opportunities that leaves no one behind. This Future Forum will explore … Continued

Future of Technology

Microsoft Playa Vista 13031 West Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, California

As part of Tech Week 2023, our Future Forum will focus on the power of technology to create an innovative and equitable economy. The LAEDC Future Forum series is presented … Continued

Future Forum: Aerospace & Defense

THE BR-DGE : DTI x SpaceWERX 2100 East Grand Ave, Ste 100, El Segundo, CA, United States

Join us at THE BR-DGE : DTI x SpaceWERX in El Segundo for our Future Forum on Aerospace & Defense: Reducing Carbon Footprints in the Skies on May 7, 2024, as we look to navigate new regulations, build an equitable workforce, improve our infrastructure, and help launch legacy businesses into the green space.   Presented … Continued

About LAEDC Events

Future Forum Series

As technological innovation and globalization take the economy in new directions, the L.A. County region is destined to be an incubator for business development. Each Future Forum offers an opportunity to learn about trends, workforce demands, and most importantly, what the future holds for key industries. Past themes have covered the future of eSports, healthcare personalization, space commercialization, fintech, cybersecurity, and more, while featuring industry thought leaders.

The Eddy Awards- Annually each November

THE EDDY AWARDS

The Eddy Awards is the most prestigious awards program to recognize leadership in economic development in business, education, and government throughout Los Angeles County. The Most Business-Friendly City award is also presented live to recognize the importance of prioritizing job creation. This cocktail reception, dinner, and awards gala also supports the LAEDC’s mission to advance opportunity and prosperity for all.

Economic Forecast

The LAEDC Annual Economic Forecast has been a lightning rod for progress for the past decade. It’s L.A.’s most iconic forecast event. It’s a highly anticipated and publicly visible event, which offers attendees valuable insights on the economic projections for the regional economy. Each year the Economic Forecast Report is shared and distributed to our audience.

SELECT LA

World Trade Center LA’s Select LA Summit provides international and local companies with a comprehensive understanding of the region’s investment ecosystem with actionable insights that can guide key business decisions.

88 Cities Summit

LAEDC’s 88 Cities Summit convenes leaders from local governments to discuss the economic challenges and opportunities our communities face. The LAEDC leads timely discussions around LA County’s region and what it means for municipalities and communities.

Quarterly economic briefing

LAEDC’s Institute for Applied Economics (IAE) will analyze the latest California unemployment data from the State’s Employment Development Department (EDD) and other economic development topics like key industries and jobs currently impacting LA County. This webinar is provided free as a public service for those in our region.

For information about upcoming events, please get in touch with  Riccardo Ruffolo.