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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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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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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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National City’s 22-story affordable-housing project gets state funding

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Apr01

The mixed-use tower will have 400 units and offer resident services BY TAMMY MURGA REPORTER MARCH 25, 2022 3:38 PM PT NATIONAL CITY — National City and San Diego-based nonprofit MAAC have secured $16.5 million to help develop an affordable housing project along Interstate 5 that would become the South County city’s tallest high-rise.Known as Azuriik Apartments, the development is geared toward low-income families, specifically those who make 30 to 80 percent of the area median income. In

$2,500 County of San Diego Microbusiness Grant Program

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Mar22

South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) has partnered with the County of San Diego to promote the Microbusiness Grant Program. This program will provide grants of up to $2,500 to small business owners impacted by the COVID-19 public health restrictions. Thus far, SCEDC has visited the areas of San Ysidro, Imperial Beach and Chula Vista. Applications are first come first serve and will be closing March 31, 2022. To learn more about the program or

Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center’s new business model aims for gold and 2028 Olympics

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Mar15

The large outdoor track, athlete dining room (left) and a section of the BMX course at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center.(Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune) Facing revenue loss, the facility is looking for new, independent ways to generate money BY TAMMY MURGAREPORTER MARCH 13, 2022 6 AM PT The Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center was facing financial challenges before the pandemic hit. COVID-19 forced it to take a hard

10 TIPS TO SAVE ON ENERGY COSTS AT YOUR BUSINESS

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Mar10

Did you know that by implementing a few tips your business can save on its energy use and costs? From regulating your building’s temperature to cleaning air filters regularly, there are smart ways to lower your energy bills. Here are ten tips that can help reduce your costs without having to sacrifice the comfort of your staff or customers: 1. Lower the temperature. Your business can keep comfortable without cranking up the heat. Adjust your thermostat