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East Bay Manufacturers Driving Economic Strategy
In the face of continued changes on a national level, California is pushing ahead with investing in an economic development strategy that puts its driving industries at the head of the table. These investments are making their way to the

April Manufacturing News
East Bay EDA is pleased to share some useful news and resources for Bay Area manufacturers. Please contact us if you have a resource you would like to share. Submit your items directly to mfg@eastbayeda.org. Featured News AMBayArea Summit

Workforce Development is the Village Matchmaker
We know that most people get jobs through social networks. It reassures us when we know someone who knows the applicant we’re considering hiring. We know they’re trustworthy and will be a reliable employee; websites can’t provide that peace of mind.

March Manufacturing News
East Bay EDA is pleased to share some useful news and resources for Bay Area manufacturers. Please contact us if you have a resource you would like to share. Submit your items directly to mfg@eastbayeda.org. Featured News East

East Bay Chambers and DMOs Meet at OAK to Enhance Regional Marketing and Promotion
In early February 2025, East Bay EDA convened a meeting of more than 20 representatives from East Bay chambers of commerce and destination marketing organizations (DMOs) at Oakland Airport (OAK). Because of the significant role that OAK plays as a

February Manufacturing News
East Bay EDA is pleased to share some useful news and resources for Bay Area manufacturers. Please contact us if you have a resource you would like to share. Submit your items directly to mfg@eastbayeda.org. Featured News East Bay

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Driving Jobs and Innovation in the East Bay
As the 2025 legislative session in Sacramento gets ready to wind down this week, elected leaders have the opportunity to maintain the East Bay’s leadership in energy innovation by enacting policies that expand the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This is particularly important for some of the

Tool Up for Manufacturing: a new program with AMBayArea and EASTBAYWorks
EASTBAYWorks (the collaboration among the four Workforce Development Boards of the East Bay) and AMBayArea (the Bay Area Association of Manufacturers) have teamed up to launch a train-the-trainers program to spread the gospel of manufacturing career paths through experiential learning at real employers. This Summer’s Tool Up for Manufacturing events

Building the Future in Newark: A Hub for Life Sciences and Modern Manufacturing
Manufacturing is woven into Newark’s history and remains a vital part of the city’s identity and economy. From October 3 through October 9, Newark will proudly celebrate Manufacturing Week 2025 by highlighting local businesses, careers, and the people who keep this industry strong and robust. Manufacturing has deep roots in

Speedway at Bayfair: Revitalizing a Historic Mall into a Hub for Innovation
Gerris Wilkinson grew up in East Oakland and has vivid memories of shopping and socializing at the Bayfair Center mall in his youth. Today, he leads the transformation of that same mall into a dynamic research and development hub, now known as Speedway at Bayfair. As a principal at B3

August Manufacturing News
East Bay EDA is pleased to share some useful news and resources for Bay Area manufacturers. Please contact us if you have a resource you would like to share. Submit your items directly to mfg@eastbayeda.org. News & Announcements Speedway at Bayfair: Revitalizing a Historic Mall into a Hub for

Startup World Cup – Apply to Compete for $1M Investment Prize
The Startup World Cup – East Bay Regional is an excellent opportunity for our East Bay startups to be showcased on the World Cup stage and to connect with other Founders, Entrepreneurs and Investors. Startup World Cup is a global conference and competition that brings together the top startups, VCs, entrepreneurs and