San Diego’s Good News of the Week – May 10, 2024

Every week, ‘Good News of the Week’ features a curation of positive headlines from San Diego, delivered straight to your inbox. A blend of aggregated stories from San Diego’s most trusted news sources and original EDC-created content, GNOTW provides a comprehensive recap of the region’s best stories from the past week. GNOTW is sponsored by Manpower San Diego.

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For the week of May 10, 2024, here’s what we’re reading:

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EDC, SBDC: Talent acquisition is greatest small business challenge

In a recent survey across San Diego and Imperial Counties, EDC and SBDC found that 1 in 3 San Diego small businesses plan to increase hiring – yet 55 percent struggle to recruit talent. Explore the full study, including regional small business trends, outlook, and more.

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Kyle Winnick
Kyle Winnick

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – May 3, 2024

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EDC, Apprenti partner to grow local talent pipeline with apprenticeships

Together with Apprenti, EDC invites companies with advanced manufacturing operations to hire registered apprentices in order to create a pipeline of critical, diverse, and emerging talent and support our local workforce. As part of this program, apprentices will tentatively begin in Summer 2024, with training completed and full-time onboarding in Winter 2026.

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Liz Muthoni
Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – April 26, 2024

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Webinar: New Cargo Opportunities at Port of San Diego

Together with the Port of San Diego, World Trade Center San Diego invites you to join our April 30 webinar to learn about the heavy-duty all-electric cranes recently installed and what they mean for your business. You’ll also hear updates on other inland projects that emphasize energy transition.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – April 19, 2024

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EDC’s Annual Dinner: June 18 at Petco Park

EDC invites you to join us at our Annual Dinner together with more than 900 business and community leaders. We’ll enjoy a brief program honoring our Life. Changing. awardees followed by dinner and networking at the new Gallagher Square at Petco Park.

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – April 12, 2024

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EDC’s Annual Dinner: June 18 at Petco Park

EDC invites you to our Annual Dinner, gathering more than 900 business and community leaders to celebrate our region and organization. On June 18, we’ll enjoy a brief program honoring our Life. Changing. awardees followed by dinner and networking at the new Gallagher Square at Petco Park.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – April 5, 2024

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Case study: EDC, regional partners cut ribbon on new Samsung Semiconductor sales office

Together with Mayor Gloria and the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, EDC supported Samsung Semiconductor in celebrating the opening of its new Memory and Foundry customer engagement office. Supporting 20 staff and counting, the office marks the start of more regional expansion and will serve customers in San Diego and Southern California.

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Kyle Winnick

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 29, 2024

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For the week of March 29, 2024, here’s what we’re reading:

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U.S. Commercial Service Export Compliance Roadshow

Join World Trade Center San Diego for a dynamic one-day program on April 17 featuring speakers from the U.S. Commercial Service, the Bureau of Industry and Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter or new to the international market, this event will equip you with the network, knowledge, and tools necessary to navigate exporting while adhering to critical regulations.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 22, 2024

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Maximize your growth internationally

Join World Trade Center San Diego for a dynamic one-day program on April 17 featuring speakers from the U.S. Commercial Service, the Bureau of Industry and Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter or new to the international market, this event will equip you with the network, knowledge, and tools necessary to navigate exporting while adhering to critical regulations.

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Liz Muthoni

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 15, 2024

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EDC’s Annual Dinner: June 18 at Petco Park

EDC invites you to Annual Dinner, our signature event of the year, gathering more than 900 business and community leaders to celebrate our region and organization. We are back at Petco Park and promise great food, thoughtful conversations with your colleagues and friends, and a short program. Sponsorship opportunities available, contact Jennifer Storm for more information.

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San Diego’s Good News of the Week – March 8, 2024

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EDC’s Employee Retention and Talent Insights Study

EDC is scoping a unique study of local talent that will survey employees directly to draw insights regarding workforce effectiveness, skill readiness, and workplace needs. Insights will inform employee retention, company return to office plans, and office tenant attraction strategies. There is no cost to participate. To join us, please contact our team.

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