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For the week of March 27, 2026, here’s what we’re reading:
- EDC analysis: Petco Park generates $913M in economic impact
- General Dynamics NASSCO awarded $3.9M US Navy contract
- San Diego Workforce Partnership launches ‘Vision 2030’
- Port of San Diego awards $2.9M to Harbor Island, Chula Vista Sweetwater projects
- Local startup VST BIO Corp. raises $45M Series A for stroke therapy human trials
- Mesa, Southwestern community colleges to offer Bachelor’s in physical therapy, transborder design
- San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, SeaWorld receive top animal care accreditation
- San Diego Unified School District named #3 most innovative organization in economic development by Fast Company
- Eight San Diego neighborhoods named among top places to live in California by Niche
…and here are some events and opportunities:
- Apply or share by Apr. 10—EDC’s Research Bureau
Now Hiring: Research Director - June 4—EDC
EDC’s Annual Dinner—early bird tickets available! - June 22—WTCSD, EDC
Invest in San Diego Breakfast
From our partners:
- Apr. 9—South County Economic Development Council
Elected Officials Reception - Apr. 23—USD’s Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate
30th Annual Real Estate Conference - Apr. 25—Workshops for Warriors
Forging Futures Gala - Apr. 28—BISNOW
Southern California Life Sciences & Biotech Summit
Inclusive Growth Spotlight: Cajon Valley Union School District
As part of a larger effort to celebrate local organizations advancing inclusion, EDC’s latest Inclusive Growth Spotlight highlights Cajon Valley Union School District (CVUSD) for its innovative approach to career-connected learning. CVUSD’s nationally recognized “World of Work” framework integrates career exploration, strengths assessments, and real-world learning experiences throughout its K–8 curriculum.
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Enya Castañeda
Coordinator, Investor Relations & Marketing Communications