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October Manufacturing News
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
How the East Bay is Leading California’s Most Innovative Industries
California’s economy had one of the fastest growth rates of all U.S. states during the first quarter of 2026, helping the state maintain its position as the fourth-largest economy in the world. Given the prevailing narrative about California’s business climate,
September Manufacturing News
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
Bay Area Manufacturing Conference 2026: Public-Private Collaboration for a Stronger Region
On August 27, Bay Area manufacturers and leaders in economic and workforce development, education, and labor convened at San Leandro’s Zero Net Energy Center for the 2026 Bay Area Manufacturing Conference. More than 230 attendees joined this high-energy and forward-looking
Second Annual California Creates: Golden State Manufacturing Forum October 13 in Sacramento
California’s manufacturing sector continues to evolve, and businesses across the state are navigating new opportunities in advanced technologies, financing, workforce development, and supply chains. The second annual California Creates: Golden State Manufacturing Forum presented by the California Alternative Energy and
It’s Not Too Late to Plan a Tour for Manufacturing Month
Manufacturing Month is coming up in October! If you’re a business or education/training organization that hasn’t participated before, it’s not too late to get involved. Every October, manufacturers across the country invite K-12 and college students, job seekers, educators, community
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 East Bay, and manufacturing is one of the key industry
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 2025 – The AMBayArea Summit 2025 will be held on Tuesday,
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. Anonymous clicks, resumes written by AI, and job seekers with no
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 Bay Industrial Lands Webinar – Join us on March 19 for 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 hub for tourism and business travel, this meeting offered the
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 Industrial Areas – For the past few years, East Bay EDA