Long Beach Economic Partnership Honored at 29th Annual Eddy Awards

LBEP was ranked among the Economic Development Organizations recognized by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation for their important work in driving economic development in the LA region

Long Beach Economic Partnership Honored at 29th Annual Eddy Awards

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The Long Beach Economic Partnership (LBEP) was proud to be honored by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) at the 29th Annual Eddy Awards, held on Nov. 6, 2024 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This annual celebration of economic development in the Los Angeles region brought together over 600 top business, government, civic, education, non-profit, philanthropic, and community leaders.

The Eddy Awards supports the LAEDC’s mission to reinvent the regional economy and advance growth and prosperity for all. The gala celebrates award recipients who represent the best of the LA region in driving economic development, and showcases the region’s powerful business sector, resilient communities, and prowess in art, music, and culture.

As the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for Los Angeles County, LAEDC established an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) which was signed at LAEDC’s 29th Annual Eddy Awards signifying a commitment to collaboration amongst the Economic Development Corporations throughout Los Angeles County. LAEDC President/CEO Stephen Cheung refers to this as a way for our regional partners to establish "A coalition of one to build an economy for all” and it is under his leadership that this MOU was developed in order to strengthen efforts across the county in creating a stronger and more resilient economy for communities across all of Los Angeles.

"The signing of the historic MOU with LAEDC signifies a move towards greater partnership on behalf of our diverse and dynamic region,” notes LBEP President/CEO Leah Goold-Haws. “This collaboration will allow more investment to come into Los Angeles County, more ideas to flourish through shared strategic planning, and more opportunities to expand the impact of the work of economic development organizations by leveraging our expertise, assets, and research across the county. This is an exciting way to enter the new year and operate at a level that will drive greater impact on behalf of the region."

Regional Economic Development Organizations in Los Angeles County

Long Beach Economic Partnership
Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation
Coachella Valley Economic Partnership
San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership
Santa Clarita Economic Development Corporation
Antelope Valley Economic Development & Growth Enterprise
Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity
Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation

About Long Beach Economic Partnership (LBEP)

LBEP is a non-profit, action-oriented organization that works to grow the economy of Long Beach and expand citywide economic opportunities with a global vision. This is achieved through locally focused partnerships, newsworthy events, and other actions that will deliver on their vision for dependable growth. LBEP works directly with companies to understand their needs and assist them in their success, providing business services ranging from site selection to incentive programs, industry-focused initiatives, and talent pipeline development.

About Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC)

The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation is a nonprofit organization focused on equitable economic growth in the Los Angeles region. The LAEDC uses research to advance key industries, provide business assistance, collaborate with educational institutions to develop a robust workforce and provide government officials with economic data to ensure the continued growth of L.A. County. The LAEDC strives to champion economic reinvention and works towards greater equity and inclusion in the region’s diverse industries and communities.