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LB Amphitheater Groundbreaking Event
Groundbreaking of New Long Beach Amphitheater 1/14/2026 Today, we proudly celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Long Beach Amphitheater, a transformative project that will mark a new chapter for the city’s Downtown waterfront!
Westside Business Networking Event 2026
Second Business Networking Event On Santa Fe Avenue Corridor 12/18/2025

We are inviting business owners to participate in our second Business Networking Event along the Santa Fe Avenue corridor. Engage with the community and have your voice be heard.
Vacancy To Vibrancy
Vacancy to Vibrancy Storefront Program 12/4/2025

We are excited to announce the our new Vacancy to Vibrancy Storefront Program, an initiative that will turn vacant commercial properties into beautiful community spaces with the talent of local artists.
Small Biz Saturday
Shop Small This Holiday Season 11/20/2025 As the holiday season approaches, we are encouraging residents to support local businesses by participating in Small Business Saturday, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.
Wildfires Support Initiative
Southern California Wildfires Support Initiative 11/18/2025 Were you affected by the January 2025 California Wildfires? We are here to help with the launch of our new employment and training initiative to support those who were affected by the wildfires.
Space Beach Career Fair
Join Us For Our Space Beach Career Fair 11/5/2025

We are inviting job seekers to participate in a Space Beach Career Fair on Thursday, Nov. 13. Network with hiring representatives from local aerospace/space companies and learn about helpful resources.
Santa Fe Avenue
Santa Fe Avenue Business Networking Event Oct. 23 10/7/2025 We’re excited to invite business owners and stakeholders to get involved and learn about the feasibility of establishing a business association in West Long Beach. Join us on Oct. 23 at Casa Chaskis.
EDO New Logo
We Are Now the Long Beach Department of Economic Development & Opportunity 10/1/2025 Join us for an Open House on Thursday, Oct. 30 to learn about EDO and LBWIN programs and services and help us commemorate our new name.
Fire Corps
Long Beach Opens Applications for Second Cohort of Long Beach Fire Corps Program 9/25/2025 We are now accepting applications for the second cohort of our Long Beach Fire Corps Program, in partnership with the Long Beach Fire Department.
Urban Planning & Design Internship
City Launches Second Cohort of Urban Planning and Design Internship Program 9/16/2025 We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the second cohort of our Long Beach Urban Planning and Design Internship Program.
Level UP LB Cohort 2
City Awards $220,000 to Level Up Small Businesses 9/5/2025 We are excited to announce that we have awarded $220,000 in grants to 24 businesses that have successfully completed our Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant Program.
New Horizons
City to Host New Horizons: A Career Fair for Second Chances 8/7/2025

Those looking to reenter the workforce or seeking a new beginning are invited to join us for New Horizons: A Career Fair for Second Chances on Aug. 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Atlantic Avenue Demo Ceremony
Demolition of City-Owned Properties in North Long Beach 7/30/2025 We comemmorated the demolition of commercial properties located at 5641-5649 Atlantic Ave., which will provide opportunities for future development in North Long Beach.
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LBWIN Youth Career Services Center Closed Until Further Notice 7/16/2025 Please be advised that the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Youth Career Services Center (508 W. Willow St.) location is temporarily closed until further notice.
Cannabis Equity Program Applications Open
Long Beach Opens Applications for Cannabis Equity Program 7/10/2025 We are now accepting applications for our Cannabis Equity Program, which strives to support entrepreneurs and businesses within the cannabis industry.
Applications for Space Beach
Applications Now Open for Innovative Space Beach Camp for Youth 6/27/2025 We are partnering with leading aerospace employers and educational institutions to offer a hands-on, socially enriching career exploration experience for Long Beach youth. Apply by July 7!
Grant Funding for Youth
City Awarded $2.6 Million in State Funding for Youth 6/13/2025 We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded $2.6 million in grant funding from the California Volunteers, Office of the Governor to support 152 local youth with paid internships and more!
Green Businesses
City Celebrates 16 Certified Green Businesses 6/4/2025 We are proud to announce that we have certified seven new businesses and re-certified nine for their efforts to create a healthier, more sustainable city as part of our Green Business Program.
Youth Summer Kickoff Event
Youth Invited to Summer Kickoff Event on June 13 6/3/2025 Join us for our Summer Kickoff event at the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Youth Career Services Center to learn about internship opportunities and more for the summer months!
LBPSC Applications Open
Applications Open for the Long Beach Public Service Corps Program (LBPSC) 5/28/2025

The LBPSC offers paid internships that provide youth with practical work experience in various roles across City departments. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 30!
Youth Employment
Businesses Encouraged to Champion Youth Employment Opportunities 5/21/2025 We're seeking businesses and nonprofits that are interested in gaining another set of hands and empowering young people all at no cost to their business.
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Now Available: Grow Long Beach Economic Blueprint 5/15/2025

We are pleased to present the Grow Long Beach Economic Blueprint, which provides a comprehensive plan for creating more equitable economic opportunities for workers, investors and entrepreneurs.
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You're Invited! Business Resource Fair on May 6 5/1/2025

Join us for a free Business Resource Fair on Tuesday, May 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Civic Center Plaza (411 W. Ocean Blvd.) in celebration of National Small Business Week and Economic Development Week!
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Seeking One-Stop Operator for Workforce Services 4/29/2025

We are seeking proposals for a One-Stop Operator to support with coordinating and delivering services for our Workforce Innovation Network (LBWIN) Adult Career Services Center. Apply by May 15, 2025.
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City Commemorates Demolition of English Village Near Queen Mary 4/28/2025 Demolition of the English Village makes way for additional parking and event space and marks a meaningful step forward in the economic revitalization of the downtown waterfront.
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Cannabis Equity Program Awarded $1.2 Million in State Funding 4/16/2025 The City received $1.2 million in funding for the Cannabis Equity Program, which promotes equity within the cannabis industry. Program applications are expected to open in May 2025.
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Space Beach Workforce, Education and Training Symposium 4/15/2025

The Symposium gathered local education and business leaders to continue advancing workforce development efforts in the city's space and aerospace industry.

 
Site Selector Conference PR
Long Beach Hosts Site Selector Conference 4/9/2025 Long Beach is hosting the second annual Site Selector Conference from April 9-11, bringing together business leaders, policy makers and global specialists to discuss economic growth opportunities for the city.
Long Beach Amphitheater
Operator Announced for Long Beach Amphitheater 4/1/2025 Legends / ASM Global has been selected for the operation and management of the city’s first-ever amphitheater, which will also be the second-largest outdoor amphitheater in Los Angeles County.
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$250,000 in Grant Funding Available for Visual Improvement Program 3/27/2025 The City Council has approved an additional $250,000 in grant funding for the Visual Improvement Program to support eligible small businesses impacted by crime and vandalism.
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Summer Internship Opportunities With the Prosecutor’s Office 3/25/2025 We are offering a paid summer internship program for students in partnership with City Prosecutor Doug Haubert. Applications are available through April 8.
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Veteran and Service Member Job Fair 3/6/2025

The Veteran and Service Member Job Fair on Apr. 17 will offer free career services, opportunities to network with prospective public and private sector employers, resources and more. All are welcome to attend!
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Westside Long Beach Economic and Market Study 2/13/2025 Learn about market conditions and/or view the event presentation on potential strategies for growing economic development and boosting investment in the West Long Beach community.
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Wrigley Business Improvement District Feasibility Stakeholder Meeting 2/6/2025 Join us on Feb. 20 to learn about and provide input on the potential for developing a new business improvement district for the Wrigley business corridor.
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Applications Now Open for Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant Program 2/6/2025 We're now accepting new applications for our Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant Program. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2025.
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Next Steps Announced for Long Beach Bowl Amphitheater 1/21/2025

We're excited to announce next steps and details for the highly anticipated Long Beach Bowl, the city’s first-ever amphitheater to be located along the beautiful Downtown waterfront!
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Jaime Gutierrez Appointed Executive Director of Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network 1/15/2025 Jaime Gutierrez will oversee the Department's Workforce Development Bureau and the City’s adult and youth employment centers, WorkPlace and Future LB.
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Westside Long Beach Economic and Market Study Event Postponed 12/23/2024 The presentation originally scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at Silverado Park has been postponed. Information regarding a new event date will be forthcoming.
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$250,000 Awarded to Business Improvement Districts 12/23/2024

The grant funding will enable BIDs to continue to facilitate and expand existing programs and services, customizable to fit the unique priorities of each district.
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Provide Input on Economic Development Workforce Local Plan 12/11/2024

Residents, local service providers, employers and other stakeholders are encouraged to participate in updating our 2025-2028 Local Plan.
Long Beach Public Service Corps Second Cohort
Second Cohort of the Long Beach Public Service Corps 12/3/2024

The program provides local college students and recent graduates with hands-on experience working in City government and exploring careers in public service.
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Shop Local for Small Business Saturday Nov. 30 11/25/2024 As the holiday season draws near, residents are encouraged to support local businesses by participating in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30, 2024.
East Anaheim Plaza Reopening Celebration
City Celebrates Reopening of East Anaheim Plaza 11/21/2024 A cherished center of connection, essential services and economic opportunity in Cambodia Town reopened following a fire in December 2022.
Legacy Business Program
Department Unveils New Legacy Business Program 10/31/2024 The new program will recognize and champion longstanding establishments that have helped shape Long Beach into the vibrant community that it is today.
Microgrant Awardee
$85,000 Awarded to Startups and Micro-Entrepreneurs 10/11/2024 Twenty-nine Long Beach startups and micro-entrepreneurs have been awarded $85,000 in grants to help launch or grow their business.
Level Up LB
$266,000 Awarded to Small Businesses 9/19/2024 $266,000 in grants have been awarded to 29 businesses that have successfully completed the Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant Program.
Vacancy to Vibrancy Map
Vacancy to Vibrancy Real Estate Map Now Available 8/29/2024 Check out the new interactive mapping tool for business owners, entrepreneurs and prospective businesses to access data on real estate available for lease or purchase citywide.
Urban Planning
Urban Planning and Design Internship Program 8/29/2024 College students are encouraged to apply for a paid internship program focused on fostering collaboration through real-world learning experiences for college students interested in pursuing careers in urban planning and civic engagement.

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