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The East Bay Shows Up at CALED’s Elevate 2024 Conference
The California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED) Annual Conference took place in Santa Rosa from April 10-12; this year's theme was about helping to "elevate" key issues impacting California businesses, the economy, and communities across the state. East...
Celebrating Excellence: Meet the 2024 East Bay Innovation Awardees
Oakland, California – On Thursday, March 28, 2024, East Bay EDA hosted the 11th Annual East Bay Innovation Awards presented by Sutter Health at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center, drawing an impressive crowd of over 500 attendees. This highly anticipated event showcased the...
Contra Costa Transportation Authority is Leading the Future of East Bay Transit
The East Bay’s location at the heart of the Northern California megaregion marks its importance to the Bay Area economy. Assets like BART, commercial and commuter rail, and an extensive highway system, have established the region as a hub of transportation with the...
Biomedical Innovation Thrives at Penumbra in Alameda
On January 19, East Bay EDA kicked off the year by hosting a private tour for members and partners at Penumbra, headquartered on Bay Farm Island in the City of Alameda. Penumbra is a global healthcare company that designs, develops, and manufactures devices for...
Celebrating Women Making a Difference
2018 Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame InducteesThe Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding women for their achievements and contributions to Alameda County and its residents. This award is in recognition of a legacy of work – both in professional...
Meet the 2024 East Bay Innovation Awards Finalists & Legacy Awardee
Oakland, California – The 11th annual East Bay Innovation Awards will take place at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Often referred to as the “Academy Awards of the East Bay,” the East Bay Innovation Awards is the premier program of its kind...
The 2024 East Bay Innovation Awards Nominees
Oakland, California – The 11th annual East Bay Innovation Awards returns to downtown Oakland on the evening of Thursday, March 28, 2024. Often referred to as the “Academy Awards of the East Bay,” the Innovation Awards is the premier program of its kind that celebrates and...
Top 3 Reasons to Shop Small in the East Bay this Holiday Season
The holidays are here and gift shopping is underway. Small Business Saturday is just one way to support businesses competing with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals offered by online and big-box retailers. Your commitment to shopping local in the East Bay this season...
APEC Summit Highlights the Bay Area’s Importance in the Global Economy
In mid-November, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit converged on the Bay Area. This annual gathering of world leaders seeks to promote trade, investment, and economic development among nations around the Pacific Ocean and was last hosted in the United...
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