East Bay EDA is pleased to share our Resilient East Bay newsletter for Bay Area manufacturers. Explore the latest manufacturing news from the East Bay, including upcoming events and resources available throughout the region. Please contact us at mfg@eastbayeda.org if you have a resource you would like to share.
News & Announcements
East Bay Manufacturing Map
The Resilient East Bay Manufacturing Map is a complimentary and publicly accessible directory showcasing manufacturers in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. As a leading manufacturing region in California, the East Bay is home to many kinds of manufacturers. To be included in this map directory, you must have a production facility in Alameda or Contra Costa counties. Submit your request to be added to the map directory.
Subregion Spotlight: East Bay’s I-880 Manufacturing Corridor
The East Bay’s I-880 corridor is a manufacturing powerhouse, connecting manufacturers to supply chains, industrial space, talent, and advanced technology. Learn about this subregion’s competitive strengths, emerging opportunities, and the importance of investing in a strong talent pipeline for sustaining its growth. Read more.
Register for the AMBayArea Summit on April 21
Last chance to register for the 2026 AMBayArea Summit on April 21 at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland. Manufacturers are offered discounted tickets. This premier gathering delivers a powerful lineup of industry experts sharing forward-thinking insights, alongside unmatched opportunities to connect with top leaders and community partners supporting the future of manufacturing.
Manufacturing Executive Roundtable on May 20
As the Advanced Manufacturing Sector Convener for the Bay Area Jobs First Collaborative, East Bay EDA, in collaboration with the Association of Manufacturers (AMBayArea) and EASTBAYWorks, will be convening an in-person executive roundtable in Fremont on May 20. This is an opportunity to co-develop strategies alongside peers to strengthen Bay Area manufacturing. RSVP to mfg@eastbayeda.org.
Resources
Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program
Bay Area employers with 50 or more full-time covered employees are required to register and offer commuter benefits to their employees. Learn how to register/renew your commuter benefit options here.
2026 Manufacturing Accelerator Program Initial Application Closes April 24
Launched in 2025, MAP is a national executive education program specifically designed to help small manufacturing businesses build profitable business strategies, maximize operational efficiency, and access capital. The program is designed by ICIC, a national nonprofit that supports small business growth across the country. The MAP program is offered at no cost to participants. The application deadline is fast approaching on April 24, 2026.
DOE Boost Application Due June 26
DOE Boost is an 18-week startup studio, led by Sandia National Laboratories and powered by FedTech. It matches entrepreneurs with technologies developed in U.S. Department of Energy laboratories to address energy challenges affecting American communities. Applications due June 26.
Industry Sign Up for Biocom Bay Area Life Sciences Career Fair on May 13
Biocom Institute invites Bay Area life science employers to the Life Science Career Expo! Designed for Bay Area life science employers, the 2026 Life Science Career Expo brings together hiring companies and job-ready talent through a curated hiring experience that combines targeted networking and career-focused programming. Life science employers, sign up here!
Gladeo Bay Area
Visit Gladeo Bay Area, a complimentary regional career navigation platform for the San Francisco Bay Area. Gladeo’s mission is to help individuals from diverse backgrounds gain awareness, preparedness, and access to middle and high-skilled careers. Explore Gladeo Bay Area.
Upcoming Events
4/21 – AMBayArea Summit (Oakland)
4/18 – 4/26 – SF Climate Week (Bay Area)
4/23 – Alameda County WDB Apprenticeship Pathways Employer & Educator Forum (Hayward)
5/13 – Biocom Life Sciences Career Expo (South San Francisco)
5/14 – East Bay EDA Economic Outlook Meeting (San Ramon)
5/20 – Bay Area Regional Manufacturing Executive Roundtable (Fremont). RSVP to mfg@eastbayeda.org.