Events
Our events provide networking, education, and advocacy opportunities for our members and the East Bay community. Learn how you can elevate your brand and visibility by becoming an event sponsor. Download our sponsorship sheet to learn more.
Featured Events
East Bay Innovation Awards
Now through January 31, purchase early-bird tickets using promo code: Early2026 to get $50 off
East Bay Economic Outlook
The East Bay Economic Outlook comes to the Roundhouse in Bishop Ranch on Thursday, May 14.
Events
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EDD Council Meeting – January
Exclusive to members of East Bay EDA's Economic Development Directors' (EDD) Council. Location TBD. The EDD Council leads strategies that link, align, and leverage best practices for regional marketing, policy reforms, economic analysis, and professional development resources to improve the region’s business climate and expand economic opportunities throughout the East Bay. The EDD Council membership includes East Bay EDA member cities, counties, and unincorporated areas, as well as lead staff from our local Workforce Development Boards and Small Business Development Centers.
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Board of Directors Meeting – February 2026
Exclusive to East Bay EDA Board of Directors and guests. Location TBD. East Bay EDA is governed by two committees. Our Board of Directors guides and informs organizational activities and events for the East Bay Economic Alliance Foundation (East Bay EDA’s nonprofit arm) and is composed of senior-level leaders from East Bay EDA’s robust cross-sector membership, including business, economic development, education, elected officials, labor, local government representatives, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and research institutions.
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Land Use & Infrastructure Committee Meeting
VirtualThe Land Use & Infrastructure Committee discusses regional priorities related to land use, transportation, and infrastructure improvements across the East Bay. Meetings focus on policies, projects, and investments that support […]
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2026 East Bay Innovation Awards
FeaturedHenry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts 10 10th Street, Oakland, CAThe 13th annual East Bay Innovation Awards returns to downtown Oakland at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts on the evening of Thursday, March 26, 2026. Join us for a fun-filled evening presented by PG&E, where the awardees will be revealed. Networking begins at 5:00 pm. Tickets include food and beverage. Get your tickets today! Use promo code Early2026 to get $50 off tickets through January 31, 2026. About the East Bay Innovation Awards The East Bay is a world-class leader when it comes to innovation and entrepreneurship. Often referred to as the “Academy Awards of the East Bay,” the East Bay Innovation Awards is the premier program that celebrates and honors the extraordinary companies and organizations that contribute to the East Bay’s legacy of innovation. For over a decade, the annual awards ceremony has showcased outstanding organizations that embrace innovation in their manufacturing, products, services, design, and information. Program & Hosts We are thrilled to welcome back Emmy Award-winning journalist, NBC Bay Area news anchor and reporter, Gia Vang, as event host for the 2026 award ceremony. As Co-Founder of the Very Asian Foundation, Gia has led efforts to combat racism and create change for AANHPI communities. Joy Ofodu will be joining us again for […]
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EDD Council Meeting – April
Exclusive to members of East Bay EDA's Economic Development Directors' (EDD) Council. Location TBD. The EDD Council leads strategies that link, align, and leverage best practices for regional marketing, policy reforms, economic analysis, and professional development resources to improve the region’s business climate and expand economic opportunities throughout the East Bay. The EDD Council membership includes East Bay EDA member cities, counties, and unincorporated areas, as well as lead staff from our local Workforce Development Boards and Small Business Development Centers.
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Board of Directors Meeting – April 2026
John Muir Health 2540 East St, Concord, United StatesExclusive to East Bay EDA Board of Directors and guests. East Bay EDA is governed by two committees. Our Board of Directors guides and informs organizational activities and events for the East Bay Economic Alliance Foundation (East Bay EDA’s nonprofit arm) and is composed of senior-level leaders from East Bay EDA’s robust cross-sector membership, including business, economic development, education, elected officials, labor, local government representatives, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and research institutions.
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Land Use & Infrastructure Committee Meeting
VirtualThe Land Use & Infrastructure Committee discusses regional priorities related to land use, transportation, and infrastructure improvements across the East Bay. Meetings focus on policies, projects, and investments that support […]
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2026 Economic Outlook & Membership Meeting
FeaturedRoundhouse 2600 Camino Ramon, Suite 100, San Ramon, CAJoin East Bay EDA at Roundhouse in Bishop Ranch on Thursday, May 14, for our 2026 Economic Outlook and Membership Meeting presented by Bank of America. We are pleased to bring back Alexander Quinn, Senior Director, Northern California Research, JLL, for an informative presentation about East Bay real estate and the state of the East Bay economy. Please stay connected for announcements on additional speakers. This popular and timely event will sell out, so mark your calendars. How is the national state of play impacting the East Bay region? How has VC investment changed? What are the major employment industries and in-demand skills in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties? Get the answers to these questions and more in San Ramon on May 14.
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EDD Council Meeting – June
Exclusive to members of East Bay EDA's Economic Development Directors' (EDD) Council. Location TBD. The EDD Council leads strategies that link, align, and leverage best practices for regional marketing, policy reforms, economic analysis, and professional development resources to improve the region’s business climate and expand economic opportunities throughout the East Bay. The EDD Council membership includes East Bay EDA member cities, counties, and unincorporated areas, as well as lead staff from our local Workforce Development Boards and Small Business Development Centers.
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Board of Directors Meeting – July 2026
Exclusive to East Bay EDA Board of Directors and guests. Location TBD. East Bay EDA is governed by two committees. Our Board of Directors guides and informs organizational activities and events for the East Bay Economic Alliance Foundation (East Bay EDA’s nonprofit arm) and is composed of senior-level leaders from East Bay EDA’s robust cross-sector membership, including business, economic development, education, elected officials, labor, local government representatives, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and research institutions.
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Land Use & Infrastructure Committee Meeting
VirtualThe Land Use & Infrastructure Committee discusses regional priorities related to land use, transportation, and infrastructure improvements across the East Bay. Meetings focus on policies, projects, and investments that support […]
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EDD Council Meeting – September
Exclusive to members of East Bay EDA's Economic Development Directors' (EDD) Council. Location TBD. The EDD Council leads strategies that link, align, and leverage best practices for regional marketing, policy reforms, economic analysis, and professional development resources to improve the region’s business climate and expand economic opportunities throughout the East Bay. The EDD Council membership includes East Bay EDA member cities, counties, and unincorporated areas, as well as lead staff from our local Workforce Development Boards and Small Business Development Centers.
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Land Use & Infrastructure Committee Meeting
VirtualThe Land Use & Infrastructure Committee discusses regional priorities related to land use, transportation, and infrastructure improvements across the East Bay. Meetings focus on policies, projects, and investments that support […]
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