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May 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
April 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
Subregion Spotlight: I-880 Manufacturing Corridor
Q: What do you get when you take the Tri-Cities (Newark, Union City, and Fremont), add San Leandro and Hayward, and link them to Silicon Valley? A: The Southern Alameda County Manufacturing Corridor powerhouse. The I-880 freeway connects the major
March 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
Connecting to Regional Talent
If it seems like the manufacturing sector has a split personality these days, you’re not imagining it. Overall hiring remains below previous highs; some subsectors continue to shed jobs, while those attracting new investment are posting steady and in some
February 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
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 a resource you would like to share. News & Announcements
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, this news may come as a surprise to many. Still,
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 a resource you would like to share. News & Announcements
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 event showcasing the innovation, talent, and partnerships driving the region’s
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 Advanced Transportation Financing Authority (CAEATFA) will bring manufacturers, state 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 leaders, and other members of the public behind the scenes