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Future Forum: The Future of Esports

California State University, Dominguez Hills 1000 E. Victoria Street, Carson, CA, United States

In the world of esports, nothing is more constant than change, and there is always room for expansion. What began as a hobby for many has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. At this in-person event, the LAEDC will focus on timely research to provide regional insights that will inform esports decision-makers about the state of the industry and where the opportunities are, … Continued

Outsmart Disaster – Risk and Business Resiliency Webinar

Learn about risk and business resiliency to outsmart disaster on Friday, December 10 from 11am-12pm. Guest Presenters: - Helen Schaubmayer, Program Manager, CA Association for Local Economic Development - Rose Nordbrock, Principal of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants Outsmart Disaster webinar series is most ideal for small sized manufacturing businesses in LA County. Outsmart Disaster … Continued

Workforce Development meetings at CCW

Center for a Competitive Workforce convenes community colleges with industry in meetings to support program development and work based learning.

Marketing Plan 101 – New Year Strategy for Small Businesses

Are you overwhelmed by all the choices for marketing your business in the new year? Not sure where your time and money would be well spent? Are you just following what everyone else is doing and hope it works for you too? Join us for Marketing Plan 101 with guest presenter Golden State Marketing!

4 Steps To Building A Profitable High Growth Business

This hands on workshop will give attendees a tactical plan of action and growth strategy for 2022. Guest presenters from Cycle of Success Institute (COSI) will cover steps, tips and tools on growing sales, cashflow and profitability, despite today’s economy.

Grow with Google – Get Your Business on Google Search & Maps Workshop

Grow with Google - Get Your Business on Google Search & Maps Workshop invites you to learn how to get your business on Google Search and Google Maps. Guest Presenter: Israel Serna, Speaker and Trainer, Grow with Google  Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated … Continued

2022 LAEDC Economic Forecast

Omni Hotel in Los Angeles 251 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, California

Nearly two years into an economy suppressed by a global pandemic, markets are slowly starting to crawl back. The 2022 LAEDC Economic Forecast will focus on “An Economy in Transition” and the effects on Los Angeles County. A keynote speaker for the Economic Forecast will provide a national, macro view of the economy and discuss … Continued

City of LA COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grants & Programs Webinar

Together for LA, powered by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation invites you to join us to learn about upcoming City of Los Angeles grant programs designed to propel the economic recovery of small businesses in the new year.  The City of Los Angeles is deploying more than $62M to help small businesses recover … Continued

Introduction to Government Contracting

Zoom

Join us to learn more about government contracting and the first steps you should take. This discussion will be lead by guest presenter Enrique Gonzalez, Procurement Technical Assistance Center Program Manager from Los Angeles County Office of Small Business, WDACS.

The Future of Cannabis

Cross Campus El Segundo 840 Apollo Street, Suite 100, El Segundo, CA

This Future Forum will explore lessons learned from early legalization in states like Colorado and Washington, the unique challenges that face the industry in Southern California, and how reform and progressive economic impact can bring forth a new era for the cannabis industry in the Los Angeles County region. Cross Campus South Bay 840 Apollo Street El Segundo, CA 90245

Small Business Insurance

Zoom

Learn about insurance terms, coverages, and resources available for the community, along with how to protect your business from accidents, natural disasters and lawsuits; presented by Analu Fernandini, Senior Business Counselor from Los Angeles County Office of Small Business, WDACS.

88 Cities Summit: Reimagining the Future of Cities

Thrive in LA

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. This year’s topic, “Reimagining the Future of Cities” brings focus to building infrastructure for digital broadband access and climate economies.

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.