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The East Bay’s Manufacturing Networks
Is a surgical robotics company in the biomedical industry, or maybe the electronics or engineering/machining industries, or even the software industry? Is a drug maker a chemical or pharmaceutical company, and an autonomous vehicle company a climate technology or a

User-Friendly Career Guides Help Build the East Bay’s Manufacturing Talent Pipeline
EASTBAYWorks* recently released two series of user-friendly guides that are designed to attract talent into the East Bay’s manufacturing workforce as a part of The Tool Up for Manufacturing initiative: Manufacturing Careers 101 and Manufacturing Careers Path Guides. Manufacturing Careers

January Manufacturing News
Happy New Year! East Bay EDA is pleased to share our first Resilient East Bay newsletter for 2026. Explore the latest manufacturing news from the East Bay, including upcoming events and resources available throughout the region. News & Announcements Regional Manufacturing

December Manufacturing News
As we reflect on a challenging year for manufacturers and the many organizations that support them, we are inspired by the resilience, innovation, and revival taking shape across our region. This newsletter seeks to spotlight the great work of companies,

Breaking Ground at Diablo Valley College
Earlier this fall, the Pleasant Hill campus of Diablo Valley College (DVC) held a groundbreaking celebration for a new 32,500-square-foot Engineering Technologies Building that will be completed in time for Fall 2027 classes. This building is made possible by the

What is a Contract Manufacturer, and Why are They Critical to the East Bay Economy?
Contract manufacturers are some of the most important parts of the East Bay’s manufacturing ecosystem. They employ tens of thousands of local residents, make products and components for other manufacturing businesses, and accelerate the growth of new firms, but they

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