Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation

The SCVEDC would like to acknowledge local employers Packform, HVA CEYLON LLC, Simpson Labs, Scenario Communications, TLK Fusion Inc., and VANCE WEALTH on making it onto this years Inc. Magazine 5000 list for the fastest-growing companies in the US! 3 on the list are repeat honorees from 2023, with TLK Fusion making the list for 5 consecutive years. https://bit.ly/3TwZXgX. These businesses have continued to find innovative ways to be successful and grow over the past few years. We applaud these companies for their success, and look forward to seeing them and other Santa Clarita employers on next years list! 🥳 The prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 allows the founders of the best businesses to engage with an exclusive community of their peers and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. #Inc5000List #businessexpansion #scvmeansbusiness #fastestgrowingcompany

✈️ What an inspiring meeting The Aerospace & Defense Forum had this month! 🚀✨ A big thank you to the Lost Angels Career Center for their incredible presentation. They’re truly making waves in LA County by empowering manufacturing companies to meet their workforce needs. From offering hands-on training to connecting skilled professionals with the industry, Lost Angels is bridging the gap and ensuring a bright future for aerospace & defense and other manufacturing companies. If you’re a local manufacturer looking for highly motivated workers whose skills are tailored to the needs of the employer, get in touch with Lost Angels! The program offers job training and transitional employment in an industrial manufacturing and automotive restoration social enterprise to transition-age youth (18-24 years) experiencing poverty and homelessness. Graduates from the LACC training program are in high demand, and continue to be hired at companies like: • Northrop Grumman • Lockheed Martin • Woodward HRT • ITT Aerospace • AS Aerospace • MS Aerospace • Del West • NASA, and more! Check out their website (https://bit.ly/3YU5sJY) for more information or to contact them on how they can help your company with workforce needs! If you want to be a part of these monthly Aerospace & Defense collaborative meetings and connect with fellow industry leaders, consider signing up for our next meeting in October. Visit https://bit.ly/3Z2a4xO to learn more about the ADF and the benefits of becoming a member.

We had a fantastic time at TeamCalifornia EDC's annual Meet the Consultants conference this week, where we had the opportunity to connect and collaborate with top economic development professionals, public officials, and site selectors. California truly is the place to be for investment, with its diverse economy, top-notch talent pool, and innovative business environment. If you're considering expanding or relocating your business in California, why not consider the Santa Clarita Valley? A Los Angeles oasis, and its 3rd largest city with 300,000 residents and a highly educated workforce, the Santa Clarita Valley presents an enticing destination for employers and their employees seeking a thriving, dynamic, and business-friendly environment to call home. Contact Ondré Seltzer or visit us at https://bit.ly/4dkvE4M to learn more! #TeamCalifornia #InvestInCA #SantaClaritaValley #EconomicDevelopment #SiteSelection.

The SCVEDC is #hiring for the role of President & CEO. Know anyone who might be interested?

🌟 Calling SCV employers 🌟 Are you a local business striving to remain competitive in an ever-evolving market? Upskill your workforce and embrace apprenticeship programs! Not only do apprenticeships provide valuable hands-on training for your employees, but they also benefit your business in numerous ways. By investing in apprenticeships, you can cultivate a skilled and loyal workforce, boost employee morale, and ultimately increase productivity and profitability. Plus, you'll be contributing to the growth of the next generation of talent in your industry. Want to learn more about how apprenticeships can enhance your companies workforce? Check out our apprenticeship brochure (https://bit.ly/3ych67S) for details, or reach out to Ondré Seltzer for more information! #ApprenticeshipPrograms #InvestInYourEmployees #GrowYourBusiness

Do you want to take your career in a new direction? Tired of a long commute and want to work closer to home? Or are you a local business looking for quality talent? https://bit.ly/4eQ1AyZ is a free resource that matches SCV job opportunities with local SCV talent. Job postings are free to SCV employers, and all jobs are reviewed before publishing to ensure they meet the SCV locale criteria. It's the perfect time of year for businesses to start posting their jobs for summer job seekers. And for those looking for a new career, make sure you upload your resume and start applying today! #LiveWorkSCV #jobsearch #jobposting #newcareer

The numbers say it all! SelectUSA's 10th Investment Summit came to a close this week, validated as the largest in SelectUSA history, with over 5,000 attendees, 96 international markets, and all 56 U.S. states and territories represented. The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation (SCVEDC) team enjoyed connecting with innovative international business leaders and government representatives. We are excited about the partnership opportunities ahead. As part of the California delegation, we are grateful to the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) for the opportunity to collectively represent the Golden State at this event. We are looking forward to attending next year’s convention! #scvedc #SantaClarita

That's a wrap on another fantastic trip to the #SelectUSASummit! Many thanks to the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) for hosting the California delegation. It was a pleasure meeting global companies expanding into the United States. We look forward to continuing our discussions on how the Santa Clarita Valley can become your new home for international expansion. #FDI #SantaClaritaValley

Thanks to Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) for yesterday's fantastic and informative event. Now our team is heading off to the #SelectUSASummit this weekend!