Young Entrepreneurs Academy

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Held on August 16th, 2024 at South County Lighthouse

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Young Entrepreneurs Academy

Now Enrolling – 2025

Do you dream of starting your own business?

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

Class Schedule
From January 15th – June 4th, 2025, every Wednesday school is in session, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM

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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.

Zero Cost Assistance program

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.

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.

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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.

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

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South County edc News

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

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.