The focus of Solano Means Business is to grow the
economy through the creation of new jobs and the infusion of new investment. On
March 10th, experts will share why this strategy, why now,
and outline steps on how Solano County can get on the radar screen of those
firms looking scale their business in a premier location. A key component
of the presentation focuses on how “shared purpose” and “mission focused”
drives economic growth through collaboration.
“The private sector and local government come together — at long last — with a shared vision to attract new employers, retain who we have, create a workforce of the future. For health care, it’s essential to let everyone know advanced medicine is delivered here. Not just for patients, but for the best and brightest who want to come here to live, play and work”. – Steve Huddleston, NorthBay HealthCare
The one hour presentation features a panel of speakers including:
Dr. Robert Eyler – President, Economic Forensics &
Analytics
Audrey Taylor – President, Chabin Concepts, Inc.
Mario Giuliani – Acting Deputy City Manager &
Economic Development Manager, City of Benicia
Erin Hannigan – Vice-Chairwoman, Supervisor District 1,
County of Solano
Topics will include Solano’s economy, business sectors
that drive Solano’s $19.65 billon economy, the strategic framework created to
achieve Solano’s economic development goals, and perspectives from both the
public and private sectors. Time is scheduled for Q&A.
Attendees can expect to leave with a better understanding
of Solano County’s assets, opportunities and a path forward for new jobs and
investments as well as ways in which they can become involved.
Cost to attend the event is $27 for Solano EDC members,
$37 for non-members. Registration is available online or
call 707-864-1855 or email pat@solanoedc.org.
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Solano Means Business is an economic development
campaign of the County of Solano and Solano Economic Development Corporation.
Its purpose is to focus on Solano Means Business and its Business First
commitment recognizing the role business plays in driving the local
economy. With strengths of location, industry and workforce, Solano
County is the premier location for traded-sector industries looking to scale
outside the Bay Area while remaining close. Value priced industrial
space, high employee productivity ranking, a large shared workforce and
outstanding local education focused on careers, affordable housing and a
healthy environment position Solano County as an outstanding location for
work/life balance. Please visit www.MovingSolanoForwardII.com
for more information on the project.
