Cross-Sector Support News
EconAlliance OpEd: Manufacturing
The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) Regional Growth Forecast projects North County to grow by 22,000 jobs and 50,000 people by 2050, so it is [...]
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Infrastructure Forum Yields Key Updates
About 100 Northern SB County economic and infrastructure stakeholders and policymakers attended the EconAlliance Infrastructure Forum on Sept. 3rd.
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Another Internship Success Story!
"This is the second time I have partnered with EconAlliance for an intern placement, and once again the experience has exceeded expectations."
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Fifth Annual Golf Tournament’s New Winners!
Thirty-six Northern Santa Barbara County industry, business, service, and education teams participated in the EconAlliance Cross-Industry Golf Tournament Monday, August 11, at [...]
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Santa Maria Valley Railroad – OmniTRAX Joint Venture
Santa Maria Valley Railroad (SMVRR) announced mid-June it had entered into a joint venture with OmniTRAX, becoming the 29th rail operation in the OmniTRAX nationwide network.
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Santa Maria Airport Announces Flights to Phoenix
Santa Maria Airport announced late June that American Airlines will begin twice daily nonstop flights between Santa Maria and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport starting [...]
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Empowering Futures: The 2025 EconAlliance Internship Program
As we dive into 2025, the EconAlliance Internship Program is making significant strides in shaping the future of our workforce. With a diverse group of 17 talented...
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Allan Hancock College to Offer Four Cal Poly Bachelor’s Degrees!
March 17th press conference announcement: AHC students will have access to four Cal Poly bachelor's degree programs in Northern Santa Barbara County.
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Forum Puts Manufacturing on the Radar
EconAlliance once again celebrated Northern Santa Barbara County manufacturers with several activities aligned with national Manufacturing Day. The conversations and keynote [...]
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Fourth Annual EconAlliance Cross-Industry Golf Tournament
Northern Santa Barbara County industry, business, service, and education industry players formed 33 teams for the EconAlliance Cross-Industry Golf Tournament hosted Monday, [...]
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