Monterey Bay Economic Partnership

Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Serving the Monterey Bay Region including Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties.

MBEP’s mission is to improve the economic health and quality of life in the Monterey Bay region. Launched to brand the Monterey Bay Region as a top tier location for economic development and investment in order to create new business opportunities and a dynamic job base. The partnership consists of public, private and civic entities located throughout Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties, united in the vision to increase prosperity and enhance the quality of life for all citizens.

Free Digital Literacy Classes Begin July 13 & 14!Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, the Central Coast Broadband Consorti...
06/16/2026

Free Digital Literacy Classes Begin July 13 & 14!

Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, the Central Coast Broadband Consortium, and Parent University are helping residents build the digital skills needed to succeed in today's connected world.

This free 3-week virtual series is offered in both English and Spanish and covers topics such as:
✅ Money Matters / Finanzas
✅ Health & Wellness / Salud y Bienestar

📅 Classes begin July 13 & 14
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
💻 Virtual

Register today: mbep.biz/digital-literacy
📞 559-202-3215

Membership Matters: Why MBEP?The Monterey Bay region's biggest challenges—and opportunities—can't be solved by any one o...
06/15/2026

Membership Matters: Why MBEP?

The Monterey Bay region's biggest challenges—and opportunities—can't be solved by any one organization alone.

At MBEP, business, government, education, healthcare, nonprofits, and community leaders come together to advance solutions in housing, workforce development, broadband, childcare, economic development, innovation, and more.

When you become an MBEP member, you gain more than a membership—you gain a seat at the table where regional partnerships are formed, ideas become action, and the future of our region takes shape.

Ready to get involved? We'd love to connect. https://mbep.biz/become-a-member/

Are you part of a community-based organization, school, library, local government, workforce agency, faith-based organiz...
06/15/2026

Are you part of a community-based organization, school, library, local government, workforce agency, faith-based organization, or other community-serving organization?

Join MBEP on June 24 for an informational webinar introducing our new Digital Navigators program—a free initiative designed to help residents build digital skills, access affordable internet service, and confidently use technology for work, education, healthcare, and everyday life.

During the webinar, you'll learn about:
✅ Free digital skills classes
✅ Connecting residents to resources
✅ Partnership opportunities
✅ Outreach materials available

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
💻 Zoom Registration: https://ow.ly/96Kr50Zc4oL

Together, we can help ensure all residents across Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties have the skills, tools, and connectivity needed to thrive in today's digital world.

MBEP's Chief Growth Officer, Lavera Alexander, was honored to join aviation leaders from across the globe this week as a...
06/12/2026

MBEP's Chief Growth Officer, Lavera Alexander, was honored to join aviation leaders from across the globe this week as a panelist at the AIAA AVIATION Forum, one of the industry's premier gatherings focused on the future of aerospace innovation.

During the discussion, Lavera highlighted an important message: successful integration of advanced aviation requires more than innovative aircraft—it requires infrastructure readiness, public trust, and meaningful community participation.

Drawing on MBEP's leadership of the California Advanced Air Mobility Corridors Initiative (CAAMCI), she shared how the Monterey Bay region is helping create a model for integrating advanced aviation through public-private collaboration, workforce development, community engagement, and a focus on real-world public benefit.

As next-generation aviation technologies continue to evolve, ensuring communities have a voice in shaping that future will be critical to long-term success.

Congratulations to Sutter Health on being named to Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for the third cons...
06/11/2026

Congratulations to Sutter Health on being named to Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for the third consecutive year! 👏

This recognition reflects Sutter Health's ongoing commitment to supporting its workforce, expanding access to care, investing in innovation, and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

A strong healthcare workforce is essential to the health and vitality of our communities, and we're proud to celebrate organizations that are leading the way.

How will changes to federal safety-net programs impact healthcare access, food security, public services, and our local ...
06/10/2026

How will changes to federal safety-net programs impact healthcare access, food security, public services, and our local economy?

County of Santa Cruz's Health Services Agency, in partnership with DataShare Santa Cruz County, is hosting an important community conversation and launching the new H.R. 1 Impacts Dashboard—a local resource designed to help track and understand the potential impacts of federal policy changes in Santa Cruz County.

This data-driven effort will help community leaders, service providers, policymakers, and residents better understand how changes to programs such as Medi-Cal and CalFresh may affect individuals, families, healthcare systems, and the broader economy.

📅 June 11 (TOMORROW!)| 10:00 AM

RSVP here: https://ow.ly/QKZg50ZahT7

Thank you to Jessica Pasko and Lookout Santa Cruz for highlighting the progress of the California Advanced Air Mobility ...
06/10/2026

Thank you to Jessica Pasko and Lookout Santa Cruz for highlighting the progress of the California Advanced Air Mobility Corridors Initiative (CAAMCI) and the growing momentum behind advanced air mobility on the Central Coast.

Transformational regional projects don't happen on their own. They require collaboration across industry, education, government, workforce partners, and community organizations, along with the sustained coordination needed to move ideas from concept to implementation.

Through CAAMCI, partners across the Monterey Bay region are working together to connect airports, advance critical infrastructure, support workforce development, and create new opportunities for innovation and economic growth. As MBEP moves the project into its next phase, we're proud to continue working alongside our many partners to help turn a shared regional vision into lasting impact.

Read the full article: https://ow.ly/oQqg50Zagfj

MBEP's Maure Gildea attended the CA Hydrogen Summit, where leaders explored the future of clean energy innovation. A hig...
06/10/2026

MBEP's Maure Gildea attended the CA Hydrogen Summit, where leaders explored the future of clean energy innovation. A highlight: Santa Cruz METRO's transition to zero-emission transit, including 53 hydrogen fuel-cell buses and plans for 175 affordable housing units.

MBEP's Director of Technology & Digital Access, Maure Gildea, attended the California Hydrogen Summit yesterday, joining...
06/10/2026

MBEP's Director of Technology & Digital Access, Maure Gildea, attended the California Hydrogen Summit yesterday, joining leaders from across the state to explore the future of hydrogen and clean energy innovation.

A standout example of Central Coast leadership came from Santa Cruz METRO, which shared its transition to zero-emission transit, including the procurement of 53 hydrogen fuel-cell electric buses. METRO is also connecting transportation and housing goals through plans to redevelop transit centers into community hubs that could provide 175 affordable housing units in Santa Cruz and Watsonville over the next seven years.

As our region advances innovation in housing, transportation, aviation, and clean energy, partnerships and investments like these help strengthen both economic resilience and quality of life.

MBEP was pleased to participate in the City of Salinas Infrastructure Summit, an informative and engaging event that con...
06/08/2026

MBEP was pleased to participate in the City of Salinas Infrastructure Summit, an informative and engaging event that convened state and local leaders, regional partners, and industry representatives to discuss the future of infrastructure investment in our region.

The program highlighted a wide range of current projects and emerging opportunities for collaboration, showcasing how public-private partnerships can help support a more vibrant, resilient, and thriving Salinas for years to come.

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