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

Small Business Resource Fair

Hollywood Worksource Center 4311 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, United States

We are here to support you with no cost resources so you can sustain, streamline, and grow your small business. Resources include funding, workforce, utilities, and more!

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 … Continued

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 … 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

Board of Governors Meeting

UCLA Wasserman Football Center 430 Charles E Young Drive West, Los Angeles, California

Please join our Board of Governors meeting on Wednesday, June 21st. We will be joined by guest speaker City of Los Angeles Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky. You will also have the opportunity … Continued

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 … Continued

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 … Continued

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 … Continued

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 … 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.