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Held on August 16th, 2024 at South County Lighthouse

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SCEDC Young Entrepreneurs Academy

Now Enrolling 2024 – 2025

The Young Entrepreneur Academy is an innovative program that provides young people with the tools and resources they need to start and run their own businesses.

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South County EDC is a non-profit business organization that partners with California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) to offer support to the manufacturing companies in South San Diego County.

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The South County Economic Development Council is offering valuable assistance to local manufacturers by providing access to various resources at no cost. These resources include wage subsidies, workforce development programs, operational assistance, and more.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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South County EDC Binational Forum 2023

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Jul06

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) held its annual Binational Forum on June, 28th, 2023. The event, which was held at the Chula Vista Golf Course and brought together business leaders, policymakers, and educators from both sides of the US-Mexico border to discuss key issues affecting the region. The forum covered a range of topics, including Binational Emerging Industries, a discussion with the Consul Generals, and Regional Education and Preparing the Regional Workforce. Attendees

South County EDC Interns Complete the Junior Achievement Fellows Program

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Jun05

We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to Nico Monreal and Diego Munoz for successfully completing the Junior Achievement Fellows Program. Both Nico and Diego attended CVLCC High School while earning their internship at the South County Economic Council. Through their hard work and dedication, they have both gained valuable skills and knowledge in career readiness, and entrepreneurship. We are proud of their achievements and wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

Sponsorship Opportunities and Registration for Binational Forum

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May25

We are excited about the upcoming SCEDC Binational Forum scheduled for June 28th, 2023! About the event: South County Economic Development Council’s Binational Forum will gather civic, business and community leaders, and will quickly become one of the premier business events in our Binational Community. When: June 28th 2023, Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00PM Sponsorship Opportunities are now available! Please visit our landing page here: https://pages.services/scedc.southcountyedc.com/binational-forum-2023/?ts=1684525475083

South County EDC Hosted the Chula Vista Home Ownership Forum

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May19

Thank you to everyone who attended the Chula Vista Home Ownership Forum today. It was a pleasure to see you there and I hope that you found the event informative and engaging. We were honored to have Chula Vista Mayor John McCann, Chula Vista City Manager Maria Kachadoorian, and Chula Vista Deputy Mayor Jose Preciado as guest speakers, and their insights on homeownership in Chula Vista were truly valuable. Also a big thank you to