From surveying land after natural disasters to delivering packages, drones offer a world of possibilities to advance society and unlock economic potential. However, in order for this type of drone work to become a reality, they must be able to operate beyond a visual line of site(BVLOS). At the moment, no one is allowed to […]
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Military Transition Conference supports more than 40 transitioning vets & community members
With the largest concentration of military assets in the world and the largest federal military workforce in the country, San Diego has the third highest population of veterans in the United States. Each year, more than 20,000 Sailors and Marines stationed in San Diego leave military service. A third of these individuals, who are often […]
Strengthening San Diego’s future workforce – the next gen of STEM talent
In February 2019, EDC supported The San Diego Foundation’s annual convening to recognize the accomplishments of its 2018 Science and Technology program grantees. The San Diego Foundation supports efforts that encourage more students to pursue STEM careers and academic research, with the goal of strengthening our regional economy. Grantees have a demonstrated track record of […]
Introducing the Innovate78 Innovators Dinner Series
From inclusive growth to San Diego: Life. Changing., many of EDC’s most high profile initiatives have a similar origin story: they started with bringing the right people around the table. Looking to spur similar programs and initiatives on the 78 Corridor, Innovate78, a program funded by the five cities along the 78 Corridor (Carlsbad, Escondido, […]
EDC hosts business boot camps for defense contractors
Launched in September 2018, Defense Innovation Voucher Program (DIV) is a comprehensive business initiative designed to build resiliency in small, local defense companies and help find pathways to diversify its revenues. Since the beginning of the program, Propel San Diego partners—guided by the San Diego Regional EDC—have provided hands-on services to assist 15 San Diego-based […]
EDC aids game organizer manufacturer with Escondido expansion
The Broken Token , a company that has permeated the board game market, creates custom gaming accessories and kits. While the manufacturer’s products are distributed globally, its 8,000 sq. ft. headquarters is located in Escondido. Since The Broken Token’s venture into tabletop gaming in 2013, the company has grown to 30 employees. And with more […]
Meet Our Board: Tom Turner
Welcome to our first Board Member Spotlight. Every week, we’ll be introducing you to a new EDC board member, so you can learn about the people that are helping support and drive our organization forward. Meet Tom Turner, commercial real estate attorney turned vice president of CBRE. After a 35-year career in law, the last […]
WTC San Diego hosts African investment business roundtables
On March 7, WTC San Diego in partnership with Tendy LLC hosted a roundtable event which facilitated proactive conversations between business executives from San Diego’s innovation economy and representatives from the Consulates General of Ethiopia, South Africa, and Zambia. Discussions centered around opportunities and innovations within the healthcare, energy, infrastructure, mobility, and tourism sectors, as […]
San Diego cleans up at CALED awards
San Diego took home some serious hardware at the California Association for Local Economic Development Aw ards of Excellence. The awards recognize outstanding contributions to the field of economic development throughout the mighty state of California. Awards of Merit include: City of Vista, for both the Vista Craft Brewers and Vista Cares Program City of […]
San Diego’s Quarterly Economic Snapshot: Q4 2018
Every quarter San Diego Regional EDC analyzes key economic indicators that are important to understanding the regional economy and the region’s standing relative to the 25 most populous metropolitan areas in the U.S. This issue covers data from Q4 2018. Recovering from a decrease in employment during Q3, San Diego, and 24 of the most […]