San Diego’s Good News of the Week – December 1, 2023

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower San Diego.

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For the week of December 1, 2023, here’s what we’re reading:

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Opening soon: California Competes Tax Credit

Is your business looking to grow over the next five years or considering leaving the state? You may be eligible for up to $164 million in tax credits from the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. EDC’s expert team is available at no cost to San Diego companies seeking guidance on the Cal Competes applications open January 2-22.

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Liz Muthoni
Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – November 17, 2023

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For the week of November 17, 2023, here’s what we’re reading:

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Chamber, WTCSD to host International Business Affairs Forum

As we look ahead to 2024, the global trade landscape is evolving rapidly, influenced by factors such as technology, Join the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce and World Trade Center San Diego on November 30 for a conversation on the forces that will shape international trade in the year ahead, and how our region can be a leader the global marketplace.

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Kyle Winnick

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – November 10, 2023

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Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent: Verified Programs Designation Day

Last call: Join EDC and Dr. David Miyashiro, award-winning education leader and Cajon Valley Union School District superintendent, to learn about local programs training computing and engineering talent. We’ll hear from talent acquisition and DEI leaders at ResMed, Qualcomm, Sony Electronics, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – November 3, 2023

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Study: Economic impact of San Diego’s RNA cluster

RNA therapeutics innovation is a key part of the region’s Life Sciences ecosystem and broader economy, supporting more than 11,000 jobs and sitting at the intersection of R&D, manufacturing, trade, and healthcare. Explore the impact of San Diego’s $6 billion RNA cluster in EDC’s new study with 1STRAND.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – October 27, 2023

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For the week of October 27, 2023, here’s what we’re reading:

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Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent: Verified Program Designation Day

November 15: Join EDC and Dr. David Miyashiro, award-winning education leader and Cajon Valley Union School District superintendent, to learn about local programs training emerging computing and engineering talent and hear from talent acquisition and DEI leaders at ResMed, Qualcomm, Sony Electronics, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – October 20, 2023

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A note from Mark: Implementing actionable insights

From analyzing San Diego’s growing AI, cybersecurity, and RNA clusters to building tools that empower our partners to collaborate toward a more inclusive San Diego, EDC’s Research Bureau continues to help regional partners understand San Diego’s evolving needs and challenges. EDC’s President and CEO Mark Cafferty shares what’s on the horizon—and how you can get involved.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – October 13, 2023

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EDC Inclusive Growth Webinar

Join EDC and County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Nora Vargas on October 17 as we share the findings from the Inclusive Growth Progress Report for 2023, which measures how the region is tracking toward our 2030 goals. Before a Q&A, EDC will spotlight ways employers and community leaders can advance inclusion across the San Diego region.

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – October 6, 2023

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Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent: Verified Program Designation Day

EDC invites employers and community partners to join in the selection of Verified Programs on November 15 at UC San Diego Park & Market. San Diego companies in the Computing and Engineering fields will have the opportunity to learn about local education and training programs preparing the next generation of talent.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – September 29, 2023

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EDC Inclusive Growth Webinar

Join EDC and County Supervisor Nora Vargas on October 17 as we share the findings from the Inclusive Growth Progress Report for 2023, which measures how the region is tracking toward our 2030 goals. Before a Q&A, EDC will spotlight ways employers and community leaders can advance inclusion across the San Diego region.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – September 22, 2023

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EDC Research: Understanding San Diego’s labor trends

At the end of 2022, San Diego’s unemployment rate was three percent, coming back to pre-pandemic level after peaking at 13.9 percent. However, the unemployment rate in Q2 2023 slightly rose to four percent with data showing a decline in the total labor force caused by remote work trends, rising cost of living, and limited talent supply. EDC takes a closer look at the data behind the Economic Snapshot here.

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