LAEDC hosts a number of events and webinars each year and we welcome you to join us!

Gladeo LA Orientation Session 2

Zoom

These orientation sessions are an opportunity to learn more about the Gladeo LA platform, how to maximize this resource, and ask any questions. Gladeo LA is a career navigation platform … Continued

Future of Goods Movement

Port of Long Beach 725 Harbor Plaza, Long Beach, CA

LAEDC’s Future Forums series of four events each year is be an opportunity to take a deep dive into burgeoning industries like transportation, cybersecurity, digital entertainment, aerospace, and others. As … Continued

Gladeo LA Orientation Session 3

Zoom

These orientation sessions are an opportunity to learn more about the Gladeo LA platform, how to maximize this resource, and ask any questions. Gladeo LA is a career navigation platform … Continued

Board of Governors Meeting

Loyola Marymount University 1 Loyola Marymount University Dr., Los Angeles, , CA, United States

Please join us for our All-Member BOG meeting  at Loyola Marymount University where you will have the opportunity to meet our new members, hear an update on LA’s economy, and … Continued

Break Through Tech AI Webinar

Zoom

Break Through AI is a FREE program that helps college students gain the skills they need to get jobs in the fastest-growing areas of tech: data science, machine learning, and … Continued

Career Awareness Webinar: Landscape Architect

Zoom

Join us to hear from Jeremy Jarin, a landscape architect from Studio-MLA! In this webinar, you’ll learn about Jeremy's educational journey, tips on landing the job and what it takes … Continued

Economic Forecast 2023

Sheraton Grand Los Angeles 711 S Hope St, Los Angeles, United States

Nearly three years since the world was turned upside down due to a global pandemic, we now find the economy in a state of limbo. The 2023 LAEDC Economic Forecast … Continued

Board of Governors Meeting

Quiet Cannon Banquet Facility 901 Via San Clemente, Montebello, United States

Please join us for our All-Member BOG meeting  where you will have the opportunity to meet our new members, hear an update on LA’s economy, and learn about our programmatic … Continued

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

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.