Business Resources

Finding Talent

Finding Talent

Talent is the primary reasons employers chose to grow and locate in the San Diego region. Home to one of the most educated workforces in the country, EDC has focused on programs (SD: Life. Changing. and Advancing San Diego) to help you find and develop the right...

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Finding a Location

Finding a Location

Whether your business is looking for lab space to launch San Diego’s next life sciences discovery or an office in a densely-walkable urban neighborhood, San Diego has a diversity of options to fit your company’s needs.

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What We Do

The South County EDC is focused on long term economic growth by attracting new business, supporting local companies, and encouraging positive community enhancement.

Business Attraction and Retention

SCEDC highlights the unique assets in South County to businesses looking to relocate or grow.  Our communities have unparalleled commercial/residential land, proximity to international, and highly skilled workforce.

Workforce Development

The SCEDC proactively assesses the needs of employers and works with local education organizations, companies, and residents to develop programming focused on ensuring future needs are met.

Government Relations

The South County Economic Development Council works diligently to connect interested parties with the decision makers in our communities.  Together we can take the vision of tomorrow’s community a reality today.

Grow

Internationally 

SCEDC is Binational

The Binational Committee of the South County EDC is focused on the regional influences, communications, and partnerships derived from being on one of the busiest international land borders in the world. 

The South County EDC is focused on enhancing the conversation among businesses, governments, and residents of the region.

South County Investors

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South County News

SCEDC Needs Your Help Regards to Recent Boil Water Advisory

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Aug28
We are seeking your help with regards to the recent boil water advisory issued by the California-American Water Company that began on August 24, 2023. The California-American Water Company issued an E. coli Boil Water Advisory for customers in portions of Imperial Beach, the City of Coronado South of Fiddler’s Cove, certain customers within the City of San Diego neighborhoods of Nestor and Otay Mesa West, and portions of Southwest Chula Vista. The County of

Chula Vista Forum on Tools To Improve California Housing

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Aug25
The South County Economic Development Council was proud to participate in the Chula Vista Forum on Tools to Improve California Housing, hosted by the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce, PSAR, and ourselves. The event brought together key stakeholders to discuss strategies for enhancing housing in California. The Event was moderated by Jim O’Callaghan, President and CEO of South County EDC. Also special thank you to our speakers at the event including Senator Steve Padilla and

Port of San Diego All-Electric Tugboat Charging Station

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Aug18
Crowley and the Port of San Diego broke ground for the shoreside charging station designed to provide clean energy for the company’s forth-coming zero-emissions tugboat, eWolf. Joined by key partners and community stakeholders, the ceremony marked a significant step forward in the industry’s journey to decarbonization and reduce emissions in the San Diego community. The charging station is a microgrid charging facility that will allow vessels to recharge quickly while reducing peak loads on the community energy

SCEDC Kicks off New Board Year and Celebrates 2022 – 2023 Board Year

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Jul25
On July 11th, the South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) proudly gathered to commemorate the inauguration of their board for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The occasion marked a moment of gratitude for the outgoing board chair, Patricia Alvarez, whose tireless efforts significantly advanced the mission of the SCEDC. The event, held during the annual meeting, saw an outpouring of appreciation from various government officials at the federal, state, county, and local levels, who presented proclamations

Newsletter

SCEDC

9/1/2023

SCEDC Calendar 

See Whats Coming Up!

Marketing Committee Meeting

When: September 15th, 2023.

The Membership and Marketing Committee of the South County Economic Development Council is a group focused on enhancing the benefits of those who have invested in the South San DiegoRegion.

 

Board of Directors Meeting

When: September 12th

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) Board of Directors Meeting will be held at the PSAR Office.

Binational Committee

When: September 20th

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) Binational Committee Meeting will start at 10 am.

Public Policy Committee Meeting

When: September 21st

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) Public Policy Committee. For more info please visit out calendar.

Member Calendar

See Whats Coming Up

City of Chula Vista Council Meeting

When: September 12th.

The City of Chula Vista Council Meeting is an important forum for local residents to stay informed and engaged with their local government. Members of the public are encourage to attend and to provide input.

City of Chula Vista Council Meeting

When: September 19th.

The City of Chula Vista Council Meeting is an important forum for local residents to stay informed and engaged with their local government. Members of the public are encourage to attend and to provide input.

City of Chula Vista Council Meeting

When: Oct 3rd

The City of Chula Vista Council Meeting is an important forum for local residents to stay informed and engaged with their local government. Members of the public are encourage to attend and to provide input.

City of Chula Vista Council Meeting

When: Oct 10th

The City of Chula Vista Council Meeting is an important forum for local residents to stay informed and engaged with their local government. Members of the public are encourage to attend and to provide input.

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