Monthly Report

JUNE 2024

It has been nine years since EDC hosted its first Inclusive Growth Leadership Trip to Nashville, Tennessee. This May, a cross-sector delegation of business, government, and civic leaders headed to San Jose, a strategic peer metro facing the same challenges and opportunities as the San Diego region. Over two and a half days, our delegation learned and shared best practices in inclusive growth.

more reflections from Mark → 

By the numbers

35

delegates join EDC’s Inclusive Growth Leadership Trip

 

61%

of local jobs are within small business 

43%

of small businesses expect to expand workforce (2024 EDC study)

55%

of small businesses face talent acquisition challenges (2024 EDC study)

EDC, SBDC research show talent acquisition is greatest challenge to small businesses

Together with the San Diego & Imperial Valley Small Business Development Center, EDC conducted a survey of small businesses to better understand their needs. Read Full Study

Create diverse talent pipelines through apprenticeships

Together with Apprenti, EDC invites companies with advanced manufacturing operations to hire registered apprentices. Learn more and participate

With and through our nearly 200 investors, we are creating a more inclusive San Diego.

May renewals and new members: