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What makes a city ready for Major League Baseball? âšľFor Sacramento, the answer starts with the fundamentals: a top-20 me...
06/11/2026

What makes a city ready for Major League Baseball? âšľ

For Sacramento, the answer starts with the fundamentals: a top-20 media market, 4.1 million people within 50 miles, a 175-year baseball tradition and a track record of supporting professional sports.

In a recent Fox News Digital feature, Greater Sacramento Economic Council's President & CEO Barry Broome discussed why Sacramento is positioning itself as a serious contender for MLB expansion. The story highlights the region's growing visibility, strong fan support and the work underway to bring a permanent Major League Baseball franchise to Greater Sacramento.

As the expansion conversation continues, Sacramento is making a compelling case that this region belongs on Major League Baseball's shortlist. More at Fox News: https://fxn.ws/49QYZnK

Big opportunity for early-stage founders in Greater Sacramento 🚀The Carlsen Center’s new Traction Lab Investment Readine...
06/10/2026

Big opportunity for early-stage founders in Greater Sacramento 🚀

The Carlsen Center’s new Traction Lab Investment Readiness Engine will work with 15 high-growth startups over nine months to help prepare them for funding, customer acquisition and long-term scale—with one finalist receiving a $100,000 investment opportunity.

Designed for scalable pre-seed companies, the program focuses on real-world validation and measurable traction rather than pitch practice. Participating founders will work through hands-on experiments, milestone tracking and growth strategies tailored to investment readiness.

The accelerator is geared toward companies in sectors like AI, SaaS and B2B technology, further strengthening Greater Sacramento’s growing innovation ecosystem.

Applications are open now and close in mid-June: https://bit.ly/4uEO4pE

One of our favorite answers from Jasmine Ward's Sacramento Business Journal 40 Under 40 profile:"Greater Sacramento has ...
06/09/2026

One of our favorite answers from Jasmine Ward's Sacramento Business Journal 40 Under 40 profile:

"Greater Sacramento has evolved dramatically over the past 10 years. We have to keep that momentum going and own our narrative unapologetically."

As GSEC's Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Jasmine has helped shape how the region tells its story; elevating Greater Sacramento's visibility, championing our competitive advantages and helping launch a regional brand that reflects where we're headed.

Congratulations again to Jasmine on being named to this year's 40 Under 40. We're proud to see her leadership, vision and impact recognized across the region. đź‘Ź

Full interview: https://bit.ly/4uU8BXp

UC Davis is building for the future at an unprecedented scale 🏗️In 2025 alone, the university delivered 1 million square...
06/05/2026

UC Davis is building for the future at an unprecedented scale 🏗️

In 2025 alone, the university delivered 1 million square feet of new development—the most in a single year—while advancing billions in additional projects across its Davis and Sacramento campuses.

From the $3.7B California Tower to Aggie Square and major investments in research, health care, and student housing, UC Davis is expanding its capacity to meet growing demand and drive innovation across life sciences, health, and agriculture.

These investments not only strengthen a world-class institution—they reinforce Greater Sacramento’s position as a hub for research, talent and economic growth. Full story Engineering News-Record: https://bit.ly/4w1YbWo

What does it really take to change the trajectory of a region?In the newest episode of Micro Journey, hosted by Daniel M...
06/04/2026

What does it really take to change the trajectory of a region?

In the newest episode of Micro Journey, hosted by Daniel Marrujo, Greater Sacramento Economic Council's President & CEO Barry Broome shares the experiences that shaped his approach to economic development, from growing up in communities hit hard by industrial decline to helping lead Greater Sacramento’s rise as a center for innovation and advanced industry.

The conversation explores why strong regions aren’t built overnight, but are established through collaboration, long-term thinking and leaders willing to bring people together around a common vision.

🎥 Listen and watch: https://bit.ly/4nQBUXY

Not too long ago, Sacramento was still one of California’s best-kept secrets. Now, the rest of the country is catching o...
06/03/2026

Not too long ago, Sacramento was still one of California’s best-kept secrets. Now, the rest of the country is catching on. 🤩

Condé Nast Traveler named Sacramento one of the top places to visit in the U.S. for 2026, highlighting everything from Michelin-recognized restaurants and the Midtown Farmers Market Sacramento to the city’s growing sports, hospitality and entertainment scene.

The recognition comes as the region continues to invest in major projects like Sacramento International Airport's expansion, Hotel Eleanor and destination events that are drawing national attention.

What makes this moment special is that Sacramento’s rise still feels authentic. Rooted in agriculture, powered by local businesses and shaped by a community that genuinely loves where it lives.

Safe to say that Greater Sacramento’s moment is here: https://bit.ly/49x9TyR. 🙌

📸: Visit Sacramento

Another major investment in Greater Sacramento’s healthcare workforce 💡Sutter Health is investing $2 million to expand S...
06/01/2026

Another major investment in Greater Sacramento’s healthcare workforce 💡

Sutter Health is investing $2 million to expand Sierra College’s allied health programs—growing the pipeline for nurses, surgical techs, EMTs and other critical roles.

With healthcare projected to be California’s fastest-growing industry and tens of thousands of workers needed in the years ahead, partnerships like this are essential. By expanding training capacity and aligning education with real workforce needs, this investment is creating more pathways to high-quality careers while strengthening care across our region.

More details from Chris Campbell at Sacramento Business Journal: https://bit.ly/4uK2fJF

Sacramento’s MLB expansion campaign is officially underway ⚾🌉Regional leaders and investors are making the case that Sac...
05/28/2026

Sacramento’s MLB expansion campaign is officially underway ⚾🌉

Regional leaders and investors are making the case that Sacramento belongs in the big leagues, with a shovel-ready 50-acre site in City of West Sacramento, Government, nearly $2 billion in proposed public-private funding, and a vision for a new mixed-use district surrounding a future ballpark.

The Sacramento Pitch brings together business leaders, local governments and investors with one goal: making Sacramento impossible for MLB to ignore as the league eyes expansion by 2029.

As the largest U.S. market with only one permanent Big 5 professional team, Sacramento’s momentum, growth and baseball history are all part of the pitch.

“People have been sleeping on Sacramento.” Maybe not for much longer. 💪

Read more from Evan Drellich at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7314438/2026/05/28/sacramento-mlb-expansion-team-efforts/

05/28/2026

The pitch is in ⚾ 🌉

Today, Greater Sacramento officially launched its campaign for a Major League Baseball expansion franchise through The Sacramento Pitch, and this region is ready for the big leagues.

Greater Sacramento is the largest U.S. market with only one permanent Big 5 professional team, and the region is ready for another. With a shovel-ready 50-acre site in City of West Sacramento, Government and nearly $2 billion in proposed public-private funding, Sacramento is presenting a strong, competitive case for MLB expansion.

This effort focuses on economic growth, regional visibility and building on 175 years of baseball history, from the Solons to the Sacramento River Cats and generations of fans across the region.

Thank you to the steering committee for helping drive this vision forward and rally the region around what’s possible for Greater Sacramento’s future.

Founder & Chairman: Mark Friedman, Fulcrum Property
Honorary Co-Chair: Mayor Martha Guerrero, City of West Sacramento, Government
Honorary Co-Chair: Mayor Kevin McCarty, City of Sacramento, Government
World Series Champion Player and Manager: Dusty Baker
Former Major League Baseball Player: Derrek Lee
President & CEO: Barry Broome, Greater Sacramento Economic Council
Chairwoman: Regina Cuellar, Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians
Chairman: Kevin McClatchy, McClatchy
Chairman: John Williams, United Auburn Indian Community
COO: Matina Kolokotronis, Sacramento Kings
President & CEO: Mike Testa, Visit Sacramento

When MLB moves forward on expansion, Sacramento will be impossible to ignore. đź’Ş

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4wYXqy4.

Under the leadership of President W***y Duncan, Sierra College has aligned its facilities, programs and partnerships wit...
05/27/2026

Under the leadership of President W***y Duncan, Sierra College has aligned its facilities, programs and partnerships with real workforce needs—helping position the college as a key driver of talent development in the Greater Sacramento region.

From securing a $350M bond to advancing nearly $500M in campus upgrades, Sierra College has expanded training capacity in high-demand fields like health care, public safety and skilled trades—ensuring students are prepared for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

By working closely with employers and regional partners, Sierra College continues to play a critical role in strengthening the region’s talent pipeline and supporting long-term economic growth.

Learn more from Chris Campbell at Sacramento Business Journal: https://bit.ly/424DefW

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