Economic summit 2025
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
The South County Economic Summit returns with the exciting theme, “The Future is Now,” celebrating the incredible progress South County has made and the bright future that lies ahead.
Save the Date: April 29th, 2025.
Location: Liberty Station Conference Center
Vote for your fav biz
It’s time to make your voice heard!
Please take a moment to cast your vote for the most deserving companies and individuals who are making a significant impact in our South County Communities.
Winners will be announced during the South County EDC Economic Summit on April 29th.
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
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.
Business Resources
South County EDC Remembering 911
On September 11th, 2024 the South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) proudly delivered dinner to Station #8 for the Seven Mile Casino 9/11 First Responder Challenge, honoring our incredible first responders and local heroes. A special thank you to Seven Mile...
Cota Vera Groundbreaking
We appreciate everyone who played a role in the successful groundbreaking of Cota Vera. Special thanks to HomeFed for their commitment to providing homes for hundreds of Chula Vista residents. South County EDC was proud to be part of this significant event. As...
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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