In This Issue - Spring 2010
"The Valley Economic Summit"
Are We There Yet?
The Valley Economic Summit this year will be held on Thursday – May 13, 2010. This premier happening will be held at the Sheraton Universal Hotel in Universal City from 7:30 am to 2 pm.
LA County Adopts Economic Development Plan
On December 22, 2009 the County Board of Supervisors made a historical vote adopting the first ever Strategic Plan for Economic Development.
Business Assistance Program in Action
Los Angeles is known as an incubator of new ideas and a breeding ground for entrepreneurs. Yoel and Avi Wazana are perfect examples of what can be grown here.
Business Expo Provided Oportunities
Over 1000 business people attended the 2nd annual Valley Business Expo which was held on Thursday - January 28, 2010 from 9:30 am to 5 pm at the Pickwick Gardens Conference Center in Burbank.
Creating Jobs & Making LA Business Friendly
With the appointment of 49-year-old Austin Beutner as L.A.’s first economy chief, job creation will become a top priority of City Hall.
Alliance Hosts New Chief of Police
The Valley Economic Alliance was honored to be asked by LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa to host a special introduction for the new LAPD Chief of Police, Charles Beck.
The Valley International Trade Association
The Valley International Trade Association (VITA) is a membership driven non-profit located in the San Fernando Valley in Northern Los Angeles County.
NBC Universal Evolution Plan
The proposed NBC Universal Evolution Plan is an exciting blueprint for the 391-acre Universal City property. The Plan includes upgrades and improvements to the movie and television production and post production facilities.
The Method Fest
The 12th annual The Method Fest independent film festival will take place March 25 through April 1, 2010 in Calabasas. The Method Fest is the only film festival in America that puts its focus on the actor. The Method Fest is a festival of discovery, seeking story-driven films showcasing breakout acting performances by emerging stars and career-defining roles by established actors.
New Investor - Anheuser Busch
Based in St. Louis, Anheuser Busch is the leading American brewer, holding a 49.2 percent share of U.S. beer sales. The company brews the world’s largest-selling beers, Budweiser and Bud Light.
Airtel Plaza Hotel Receives Award
The Airtel Plaza Hotel - located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley and known for their extraordinary service level - was honored with the Valley “Economic Engine” Award. This awards program honors and showcases one outstanding business from the San Fernando Valley each quarter. |
