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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...
Leveraging Richmond’s Legacy to Create a Hub for Emerging Industries
The city of Richmond has a long and storied history as one of the industrial centers of the Bay Area. Incorporated in 1905, the city has been at the vanguard of many developments, investments and technologies that have defined its past and are now helping to shape a more...
East Bay Economic Development Alliance Launches Resilient East Bay Website as Resource for Regional Innovation and Manufacturing
Oakland, California - At its annual membership meeting on October 18, 2023, the East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA) unveiled Resilient East Bay, a website designed as a resource to support the region’s key innovation industries: biomedical, clean tech,...
Alameda County Board of Supervisors Celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
On September 21, 2023, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors proclaimed September 15 to October 15 as Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. The proclamation, introduced by Supervisor Elisa Márquez, District 2, was made to celebrate the county’s deep Hispanic/Latinx heritage...
Innovation Takes Center Stage at East Bay NOW in Oakland
On September 14, East Bay EDA had the pleasure of hosting East Bay NOW at Uptown Station in Oakland. It was an exclusive evening dedicated to celebrating innovation in the East Bay, covering its past, present, and promising future. This event marked the culmination of our...
Berkeley and Emeryville Exceed New Housing Goals to Combat Bay Area Exodus
The East Bay cities of Berkeley and Emeryville have been among the region’s hot spots when it comes to supporting growth and innovation in new industries and technologies, particularly in the cleantech, food and life sciences sectors. Drawing from their proximity to...
Meet the Innovators Hayward Showcases the East Bay’s Foremost Biotech and Biomedical Visionaries
Bringing innovation to life once more, East Bay EDA hosted the fourth Meet the Innovators event on August 17th. The inviting setting of Bonneville Labs welcomed a diverse and enthusiastic group of attendees. The event series has been dedicated to showcasing pioneering...
Meet the Innovators Richmond Features Discussion on Community and Regional Investment
On July 19th, East Bay EDA hosted its third Meet the Innovators event at CoBiz Richmond, Inc., attracting a diverse and enthusiastic group of attendees. The event series is dedicated to showcasing pioneering organizations in the East Bay and celebrating the vibrant...
Regional Investments Awarded to Protect and Invest in East Bay’s Industrial Areas
Prologis facilities in San Leandro's Priority Production Area (PPA). Source: Prologis. Oakland, CA – On June 28, 2023, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission awarded pilot grants to the East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA) and Contra Costa County to...
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