Advanced Materials Meet & Greet @ AeroDef

November 8, 2023 | Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, CA We are excited to partner with SME to host a “Meet & Greet” between AeroDef conference attendees and faculty from Southern California universities conducting new research in Composites / Materials on November 8, 2023.  Bring your lunch to network with aerospace engineers and meet other partners…

The Future of Manufacturing: Expanding and Emerging Industries

November 9, 2023 | DuPont Silicon Valley Technology & Innovation Center, Sunnyvale, CA Join us for a forum, The Future of Manufacturing: Expanding and Emerging Industries, focused on Semiconductors, Green Energy, and Clean Tech. There will be experts from industry and a special panel on How to Sell to CA’s Emerging Industries. Register Today Program…

USC Capital Access Program

USC Capital Access WorkshopJune 22nd Workshop & Resources The USC Center for Economic Development (CED) held an online Capital Access Workshop on June 22nd that brought together representatives from government, financial institutions, mission-based lenders, and philanthropic organizations to discuss how small businesses and manufacturers, and especially minority- and women-owned businesses can access capital. Organizations identified the various grants and loan products,…

New Economic Development Administration University Center at USC

The USC Center for Economic Development (CED) is pleased to announce it received an Economic Development Administration (EDA) University Center award. About the University Center ProgramEDA recognizes that institutions of higher education are critical players in the development of vibrant economic ecosystems. Universities are sources of significant economic development assets that can support regional economic…

The Rosecrans Corridor: Reclaiming it for Gardena

A Framework for Business and Job Creation for the Eastern Sector of the Rosecrans Introduction The Rosecrans Corridor requires new investment to achieve and maintain a strong economic presence in Gardena. This report highlights the following key strategies for attracting new investment: Factors Affecting Economic Health StrengthsStakeholders recognize the value of the area’s strategic location…

Bringing Green Technologies & Jobs to the Inland Empire

California has long been touted as an innovation hub, boasting numerous tech startups and a perfect environment for the aspiring entrepreneur. Most minds will quickly jump to Silicon Valley as the model of a green economy, but leaders of the Green Valley Initiative Sustainable Economic Development Plan hope to widen this vision of sustainability to include parts…

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Gateway Cities Region

The 2015 Gateway Cities Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy was developed with a vision to diversify, expand, and strengthen the region’s economic base and improve the quality of life of its residents. BackgroundThe Gateway Cities Region, comprised of 27 cities and 9 unincorporated areas, accounts for approximately 20% of the LA County population and 5% of California’s overall…

AMP SoCal Among Network of Partners Awarded by President Obama

AMP SoCal is proud to be a part of the Smart Manufacturing Leadership Coalition (SMLC) and its winning proposal for the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI) manufacturing hub award. SMLC, a consortium of nearly 200 partners including AMP SoCal, is headquartered in Los Angeles and will lead the new Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Innovation…

Grants Awarded in Initiative to Fill Local Manufacturing Skills Gap

The Managed Career Pipeline Program Seeks to Develop Regional Skilled Labor as Part of the Advanced Manufacturing Partnership for Southern California LOS ANGELES, CALIF. – Tuesday morning, the University of Southern California Center for Economic Development (CED) announced the winning proposals for its Managed Career Pipeline Pilot Program, an initiative designed to strategically invest a portion…

Price School Faculty and Staff to Participate in SURF 31: Climate Change, Resilience, and Remediation

SURF 31: Climate Change, Resilience, and Remediation March 28:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. March 38:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Parsons Corporate Headquarters100 W. Walnut St.Pasadena, CA 91124 Description: The Sustainable Remediation Forum (SURF) will be hosting the Climate Change and Resiliency within Remediation forum at the Parsons Headquarters in Pasadena, on March 2-3. Featured panel…