I- 15 French Valley Parkway Phase II Ground Breaking Ceremony On Valentine’s Day, we celebrated the groundbreaking of the I-15 French Valley Parkway Improvement Project (Phase 2). The project will be the largest in Temecula’s history, costing around $139 million. The two-year-long project will help relieve traffic congestion and promote better road safety in our region. City of Menifee Brokers Luncheon On February 16th, we attended The City of Menifee’s annual Broker’s Luncheon, where they recognized the city’s top broker of the year. Mayor's Tech Idea Exchange Next week we are partnering with the City of Menifee to host the Mayor’s Tech Idea Exchange at the City of Menifee City Hall. This event is for anyone who wants to learn more about the resources available to start and grow their tech business, share what is needed in the region to support tech businesses, and network with tech/community leaders. Our speakers will include David Pearson, the Managing Director of Entrepreneurial Programs and UCR Life Sciences Incubator; Lori Raymond, President of Tourmaline Enterprises and Albert Fernandez, Ag-Tech Entrepreneur and member of the TECHSouthwest committee. To register for this event, click this link www.edcswca.com/event. We look forward to seeing you all there. GO-BIZ California Competes Tax Credit WebinarsThe next California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) application period starts Monday, March 6, 2023. GO-BIZ is hosting two webinars for businesses Interested in applying for at least $99.7 Million in Tax Credits. The webinar will provide an overview of the program, evaluation criteria, and step-by-step instructions through the application process. March 8th @9:30 am: California Competes TAX Credit Webinar To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LtDv9YjBQ9SAMxj_lB57AQ March 16th @3:00 pm: California Competes TAX Credit Webinar To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z1mA6PDQSB6Bx299gRCy5w Site Selectors Guild At the end of March, Connie will attend Site Selectors Guild in San Antonio, TX, from March 29-31. The conference aims to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and help Guild members, economic developers, and investment promotion professionals’ networks. Upcoming Fiscal Year BudgetingWe know many of you are working on budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. While we do not send out invoices until after July 1st, we are happy to answer questions about membership fees and benefits. When we send out invoices this year, we will include the option to pre-register for sponsorship opportunities rather than have those spread throughout the year. Hopefully, this will help you as you build out your budgets. If you’d like to learn more about those opportunities currently, please email Connie at cstopher@edcswca.com Through your generous support, we can keep making our region the best place to live and do business on the west coast! March Board Meeting This Thursday, March 2nd, will be our next board meeting. We will be having Shaun Bowen from Brookfield Properties presenting. Reminder members we encourage you all to bring a guest!  Contact Us
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 As January ends, we have some exciting news to share and plans to look forward to. To start, we want to congratulate our new board officers.
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Connie Stopher, CEcD
Email:cstopher@edcswca.com
Office: 951-694-9800
Cell: 951-557-8040
Connie Stopher, CEcD
Email:cstopher@edcswca.com
Office: 951-694-9800
Cell: 951-557-8040
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Connie Stopher, Executive Director
(951) 694-9800
cstopher@edcswca.com
Australian Tech Company Announces Expansion to Temecula, CA
Deploi will be located in the Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) while they grow their U.S presence.
Temecula, CA – January 27, 2023 – Deploi, an Australian tech company, announced their first U.S. location in Temecula, CA. Deploi’s mission is to revolutionize healthcare for military veterans and their families.
Deploi’s Co-Founder, Nick Desilas, shared how they landed on Temecula as their first U.S location.
“With assistance from the U.S Commercial Service team here in Sydney, Deploi was selected to be part of the Australian delegation to the SelectUSA Investment Summit where we were lucky enough to be introduced to the team at the Economic Development Coalition for Southern California. Having spent extended time in the USA during our service in the Royal Australian Navy, we were confident we would find a home in California due to the strong veteran and military community here. Being a Veteran founded company, we are aware of the complexity required to navigate and access required services at speed, so we are confident that the platform we are building will bring a new level of technology and innovation to the military healthcare space. The alignment with our values and vision, as well as the environment of technology and healthcare innovation was clear that SoCal and the TVE2 incubator were a great match for us to help begin our mission to disrupt the veteran healthcare space."
Deploi is a military-focused health-tech platform that is built by military veterans. The platform uses technology to reduce complexity when navigating veteran services, whilst facilitating data sharing and wellbeing insights on a secure platform.
“We are thrilled Deploi has chosen Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) as their first home in the U.S. The Economic Development Coalition was a key part of California’s delegation to the SelectUSA Investment Summit last year – they engaged with global innovators from around the world, including Deploi, who wanted to learn about the many unique opportunities afforded to businesses in the region. We couldn’t be happier that Deploi has chosen Temecula – and California – to grow their U.S. footprint” shared Emily Desai, Deputy Director for International Affairs & Trade at the California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development.
The California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development or GO-Biz serves as the State of California’s leader for job growth, economic development, and business assistance efforts and regularly partners with local and regional economic development offices for recruitment and retention efforts.
“We are excited to welcome Deploi to the region. This will be a great addition to our tech sector and for the many veterans who call Southern California home,” said Economic Development Coalition Executive Director, Connie Stopher. “The local and state-wide collaboration was key to the success of this project.
The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) works with communities in the Southwest Riverside region of Southern California to attract new businesses and grow existing industries. Technology is one key sector that they have strategically targeted.
The Temecula Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) is a business incubator and regional resource center that fosters business growth and economic vitality for entrepreneurs. In addition to the incubator, the TVE2 house the Inland Empire SBDC, and offices of the EDC.
“The TVE2 is where entrepreneurs can learn new skills and gain experience in their field by working with other budding entrepreneurs and attending dynamic and relevant workshops. Here at the TVE2, we offer mentoring and networking opportunities that help start-ups grow and thrive. We welcome Deploi to the TVE2 and the entrepreneur community within the Temecula Valley.” says TVE2 Manager, Mary Cervantes.
For more information about Deploi, visit their website: deploi.io
To learn more about the Economic Development Coalition and the Southwest Riverside County region, please visit us online at edcswca.com.
About Deploi
Deploi is a military-focused health-tech platform that is built by military veterans. The platform uses technology to reduce complexity when navigating veteran services, whilst facilitating data sharing and well-being insights on a secure platform.
About the Economic Development Coalition
The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) is a non-profit organization that works with the public and private sectors throughout Southern California, formed to unite public and private stakeholders to leverage the region’s competitive advantage, attract business, and supporting a high-quality of life. The EDC serves the cities of Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Menifee, Temecula, and the unincorporated areas of southwest Riverside County.
Connie Stopher, CEcD
Economic Development Coalition, Executive Director
P-951-557-8040
MEDIA CONTACT:
Connie Stopher, Executive Director
(951) 694-9800
cstopher@edcswca.com
Australian Tech Company Announces Expansion to Temecula, CA
Deploi will be located in the Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) while they grow their U.S presence.
Temecula, CA – January 27, 2023 – Deploi, an Australian tech company, announced their first U.S. location in Temecula, CA. Deploi’s mission is to revolutionize healthcare for military veterans and their families.
Deploi’s Co-Founder, Nick Desilas, shared how they landed on Temecula as their first U.S location.
“With assistance from the U.S Commercial Service team here in Sydney, Deploi was selected to be part of the Australian delegation to the SelectUSA Investment Summit where we were lucky enough to be introduced to the team at the Economic Development Coalition for Southern California. Having spent extended time in the USA during our service in the Royal Australian Navy, we were confident we would find a home in California due to the strong veteran and military community here. Being a Veteran founded company, we are aware of the complexity required to navigate and access required services at speed, so we are confident that the platform we are building will bring a new level of technology and innovation to the military healthcare space. The alignment with our values and vision, as well as the environment of technology and healthcare innovation was clear that SoCal and the TVE2 incubator were a great match for us to help begin our mission to disrupt the veteran healthcare space."
Deploi is a military-focused health-tech platform that is built by military veterans. The platform uses technology to reduce complexity when navigating veteran services, whilst facilitating data sharing and wellbeing insights on a secure platform.
“We are thrilled Deploi has chosen Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) as their first home in the U.S. The Economic Development Coalition was a key part of California’s delegation to the SelectUSA Investment Summit last year – they engaged with global innovators from around the world, including Deploi, who wanted to learn about the many unique opportunities afforded to businesses in the region. We couldn’t be happier that Deploi has chosen Temecula – and California – to grow their U.S. footprint” shared Emily Desai, Deputy Director for International Affairs & Trade at the California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development.
The California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development or GO-Biz serves as the State of California’s leader for job growth, economic development, and business assistance efforts and regularly partners with local and regional economic development offices for recruitment and retention efforts.
“We are excited to welcome Deploi to the region. This will be a great addition to our tech sector and for the many veterans who call Southern California home,” said Economic Development Coalition Executive Director, Connie Stopher. “The local and state-wide collaboration was key to the success of this project.
The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) works with communities in the Southwest Riverside region of Southern California to attract new businesses and grow existing industries. Technology is one key sector that they have strategically targeted.
The Temecula Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) is a business incubator and regional resource center that fosters business growth and economic vitality for entrepreneurs. In addition to the incubator, the TVE2 house the Inland Empire SBDC, and offices of the EDC.
“The TVE2 is where entrepreneurs can learn new skills and gain experience in their field by working with other budding entrepreneurs and attending dynamic and relevant workshops. Here at the TVE2, we offer mentoring and networking opportunities that help start-ups grow and thrive. We welcome Deploi to the TVE2 and the entrepreneur community within the Temecula Valley.” says TVE2 Manager, Mary Cervantes.
For more information about Deploi, visit their website: deploi.io
To learn more about the Economic Development Coalition and the Southwest Riverside County region, please visit us online at edcswca.com.
About Deploi
Deploi is a military-focused health-tech platform that is built by military veterans. The platform uses technology to reduce complexity when navigating veteran services, whilst facilitating data sharing and well-being insights on a secure platform.
About the Economic Development Coalition
The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) is a non-profit organization that works with the public and private sectors throughout Southern California, formed to unite public and private stakeholders to leverage the region’s competitive advantage, attract business, and supporting a high-quality of life. The EDC serves the cities of Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Menifee, Temecula, and the unincorporated areas of southwest Riverside County.
Connie Stopher, CEcD
Economic Development Coalition, Executive Director
P-951-557-8040
EDC LAUNCHES PRE-LOCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
At our two most recent board meetings, I mentioned that planning was underway for a "trailing spouse program". I also shared that I didn't love that name because it sounds like someone is dragging an unwilling partner on a career move with them... definitely not the image we're looking to create.! Enter the Pre-Location Assistance Program.
For those who missed those meetings, here is a little background:
Recruiting top talent is one of the largest and most persistent concerns of companies across the country. The cost and time associated with the recruitment process is significant and employers want to know that their investment in a potential employee is worth it. The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) recognizes this need as a critical component in growing and strengthening our local economy.
To help our business community overcome some of these challenges, the EDC has developed a Pre-Location Assistance Program. The Program is designed to make it easier for organizations to recruit and retain great employees and help retain them by integrating them and their families into our region. The goal is to help reduce the time, cost, and frequency of hiring for our local companies and help new transplants to the area love their new home here in the region.
As part of this program, the EDC is launching an initiative to help find employment and community connections, when needed, for spouses or partners of prospective employees.
How it Works:
If you are an EDC member, you may participate in the Pre-Location Assistance Program. It is designed to assist in the recruitment of positions that are otherwise difficult to fill locally. Examples may include technical, specialized, experienced, or managerial positions.
The EDC will send the prospective employee and their partner/spouse an intake form that will help us connect them to all the information that is important in their unique decision to relocate. Do they have school-aged kids and need information about school options? Are they looking for a community with specific recreational opportunities? Are they looking for help connecting with community groups and service organizations? Are they looking for employment opportunities?
By participating:
If you’d like to see who’s hiring check out some SoCal Jobs opportunities.
For those who missed those meetings, here is a little background:
Recruiting top talent is one of the largest and most persistent concerns of companies across the country. The cost and time associated with the recruitment process is significant and employers want to know that their investment in a potential employee is worth it. The Economic Development Coalition (EDC) recognizes this need as a critical component in growing and strengthening our local economy.
To help our business community overcome some of these challenges, the EDC has developed a Pre-Location Assistance Program. The Program is designed to make it easier for organizations to recruit and retain great employees and help retain them by integrating them and their families into our region. The goal is to help reduce the time, cost, and frequency of hiring for our local companies and help new transplants to the area love their new home here in the region.
As part of this program, the EDC is launching an initiative to help find employment and community connections, when needed, for spouses or partners of prospective employees.
How it Works:
If you are an EDC member, you may participate in the Pre-Location Assistance Program. It is designed to assist in the recruitment of positions that are otherwise difficult to fill locally. Examples may include technical, specialized, experienced, or managerial positions.
The EDC will send the prospective employee and their partner/spouse an intake form that will help us connect them to all the information that is important in their unique decision to relocate. Do they have school-aged kids and need information about school options? Are they looking for a community with specific recreational opportunities? Are they looking for help connecting with community groups and service organizations? Are they looking for employment opportunities?
By participating:
- You may submit the resume of a spouse or partner of a new employee at your organization who will be relocating here, or has relocated here and started working for your organization recently (the last three months) to the EDC.
- The EDC will send the resume to all members who have opted to participate.
- When you receive a resume through the Pre-Location Assistance Program, you agree to provide a “priority review” of a spouse or partner’s resume.
- You must opt into the program to participate. Contact information remains confidential.
If you’d like to see who’s hiring check out some SoCal Jobs opportunities.
THANK YOU, KEITH KRZEWSKI!
At our December Meeting, Board President Keith Krzewski announced his upcoming retirement and that he would be stepping down from his role as President.
I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate Keith on his retirement and thank him for his years of service to the Board and to the organization. He lead the EDC through a significant transition and has helped guide us into this new chapter.
Thank you for your guidance and leadership!
Keith will still be around and will be stepping into the Immediate Past president seat.
That change does open up an Officer's position, which means we will be....
I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate Keith on his retirement and thank him for his years of service to the Board and to the organization. He lead the EDC through a significant transition and has helped guide us into this new chapter.
Thank you for your guidance and leadership!
Keith will still be around and will be stepping into the Immediate Past president seat.
That change does open up an Officer's position, which means we will be....
CALLING FOR NOMINATIONS
At our January board meeting, we will be taking nominations for EDC Officers. Please have any nominations submitted by January 2nd.
We are also still looking for any volunteers who would like to serve on the Membership Committee. I will be sending out a doodle poll soon with meeting date options, so please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to serve on that committee. Thank you to all who have already volunteered!
January Board Presentation
Our January guest presenter will be Jason Tang, Principal Development Specialist with Riverside County Workforce Development. Jason will be sharing about Workforce Services available to employers in Riverside County.
We are also still looking for any volunteers who would like to serve on the Membership Committee. I will be sending out a doodle poll soon with meeting date options, so please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to serve on that committee. Thank you to all who have already volunteered!
January Board Presentation
Our January guest presenter will be Jason Tang, Principal Development Specialist with Riverside County Workforce Development. Jason will be sharing about Workforce Services available to employers in Riverside County.
I hope to see you all there!
I want to thank each and every one of our members. Because of you, we can do the important work of strengthening and diversifying our economy. I hope you all have been having a happy and healthy holiday season.
I'm looking forward to seeing you all next month. Please reach out if there is anything that I can be of assistance with.
I'm looking forward to seeing you all next month. Please reach out if there is anything that I can be of assistance with.
Contact Us
Connie Stopher, CEcD
Email: cstopher@edcswca.com
Office: 951-694-9800
Cell: 951-557-8040
Connie Stopher, CEcD
Email: cstopher@edcswca.com
Office: 951-694-9800
Cell: 951-557-8040
Message from Executive Director, Connie Stopher
I want to start this newsletter off by saying that I hope each of you had a happy Thanksgiving. I hope that your holiday was spent eating delicious food and in the company of those you love.
This past week was also very special to me as it marked 1 year since I joined the EDC. I truly could not be more thankful to get to call this region my home and to get to work with such wonderful people every day. I'm thankful for the immense support, kindness, and warm welcome I have felt from every one of you. I'm looking forward to what this next year brings for the EDC and the region!
Thank you!
This past week was also very special to me as it marked 1 year since I joined the EDC. I truly could not be more thankful to get to call this region my home and to get to work with such wonderful people every day. I'm thankful for the immense support, kindness, and warm welcome I have felt from every one of you. I'm looking forward to what this next year brings for the EDC and the region!
Thank you!
EDC Hosts First Regional FAM Tour
The EDC was proud to host the very first regional FAM Tour (familiarization tour) this month. We welcomed 4 site selectors who specialize in finding locations for tech, industrial, life science, and advanced manufacturing companies. The tour was a great success and we received a lot of promising feedback on the region.
Due to the success of this first tour, we're excited to share that this will be an annual event and we're looking forward to sharing the incredible business opportunities that this region possesses.
I want to thank all our sponsors: SoCal Gas, Southern California Edison, The Toll Roads, the Lake Elsinore Chamber of Commerce, Stryder Transportation, and Carter Estate for their support!
Thank you!
Due to the success of this first tour, we're excited to share that this will be an annual event and we're looking forward to sharing the incredible business opportunities that this region possesses.
I want to thank all our sponsors: SoCal Gas, Southern California Edison, The Toll Roads, the Lake Elsinore Chamber of Commerce, Stryder Transportation, and Carter Estate for their support!
Thank you!
December Board Meeting with Guest Presenter Edward Guevara
Our December board meeting will return to the conference room at the TVE2. We will be welcoming guest presenter, Edward Guevara. Edward is a retired veteran of the Marine Corps and will be sharing his experience with the SkillBridge program. This Department of Defense program connects active duty service members who are nearing the end of their service with career experience and job connections. This is a fantastic program for employers to know about so that they can recruit and retain high-skilled veterans to their organizations. Edward is now working as the Marketing Director for Rosenstein & Associates. I hope that you can join us for Edward's presentation this week.
Board meetings are also a great way to introduce the EDC to new potential members. Please feel free to bring a guest on Thursday.
Board meetings are also a great way to introduce the EDC to new potential members. Please feel free to bring a guest on Thursday.
Membership Committee
With so many new projects underway, it is more important than ever that we work to grow our membership. The membership committee will be tasked with:
If you'd like to be part of this effort, please email me: cstopher@edcswca.com
- Reviewing member benefits/levels
- Identifying new potential members
- Membership engagement opportunities
If you'd like to be part of this effort, please email me: cstopher@edcswca.com
2023 Meeting Schedule
Somehow it's already time to start planning for the 2023 year. Below are the meeting dates. You should have already received a calendar invite. If you did not, please let me know.
I've included a link below on SelectUSA for those who may be interested in attending.
- January 5th
- February 2nd
- March 2nd
- April 6th
- May 4th (tentative- Scheduled during SelectUSA)
- June 1st
- July- Dark (Happy 4th of July)
- August 3rd
- September 7th
- October 5th
- November 2nd
- December 7th
I've included a link below on SelectUSA for those who may be interested in attending.
Thank each and every one of our members. Because of you, we can do the important work of strengthening and diversifying our economy. I'm looking forward to seeing you all next month. Please reach out if there is anything that I can be of assistance with.
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