Select LA Investment Summit 2023

Pasadena Hilton 168 S Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA, United States

The 2023 Select LA Investment Summit is the premier international trade event that brings together global investors with business and government leaders from around Southern California.

Quarterly Economic Briefing- May 2023

Zoom

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.

88 Cities Summit 2023

Hotel Indigo 899 Francisco St, Los Angeles, United States

The LAEDC’s annual 88 Cities Summit will provide a space for local government leaders across Los Angeles County to share and create solutions to address the economic development challenges our cities and unincorporated communities face. Registration link to follow!

LAEDC Member Summer Mixer

Koreatown

Join your fellow LAEDC Members, staff, and guests for an in-person evening of enjoyable networking, drinks, and food.  To RSVP for you and a guest, please email Janice Levy at [email protected]. This event is for LAEDC Board of Governors only. To learn more about becoming a member, please click here.

Webinar: Learn about Government Contracting with RAMP

Zoom

During this webinar, representatives for the Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement (RAMP) will share effective ways to find opportunities to contract with the City of Los Angeles and its regional partners. For more information contact: Seta Zorabian, Program Manager, LAEDC [email protected] (213) 236-4820

Quarterly Economic Briefing – September 2023

Zoom

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.

Board of Governors Meeting

Save the date for our Board of Governors meeting on Wednesday, September 20th, where you will have the opportunity to meet our new members, engage in conversation with the business community, and learn about LAEDC’s mission-driven programs. This event is for LAEDC Board of Governors only. To learn more about becoming a member, please click here.

Empowering Manufacturers Webinar

Zoom

This webinar will explore the manufacturing landscape with key industry insights and a comprehensive understanding of resources and support available locally. Learn about valuable resources, programs and custom solutions for all companies conducting any part of the manufacturing process in California. This applies to all industry sectors, such as: Aerospace & Defense Biomedical Food & … Continued

Webinar: Learn about LISC LA programs for your business!

Zoom

LISC LA is one of 38 offices of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, a national non-profit organization supporting community development in cities and rural areas throughout the country. We serve as an intermediary, building bridges between our local non-profit partners and the resources they need to transform underserved neighborhoods into thriving communities of opportunity and … Continued

Restaurant Revitalization Grant Webinar

Zoom

The Restaurants Care Resilience Fund is launching a special funding cycle to assist LA County independent restaurants, food trucks, and caterers affected by the Hollywood strikes. Recipients can use the assistance for equipment and technology upgrades, unforeseen hardship, employee retention bonuses and employee training. Full eligibility can be found at www.restaurantscare.org/resilience

Future of Bioscience: LA Genes & Geniuses

CENTRL Office South Bay 840 Apollo Street, El Segundo, CA

Ever wondered how you can be a part of shaping Los Angeles into a global bioscience hub? Join us at our Future of Bioscience: LA Genes & Geniuses to find out how you can become a leader in this growing industry and not just a spectator. Imagine a Los Angeles region where bioscience isn’t just an industry … Continued

Board of Governors Meeting

Save the date for our Board of Governors meeting on Tuesday, March 26th, where you will have the opportunity to meet our new members, engage in conversation with the business community, and learn about LAEDC’s mission-driven programs. This event is for LAEDC Board of Governors only. To learn more about becoming a member, please click here.

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.