STATE OF THE REGION
November 6, 2026 | CSU Monterey Bay University Center
ABOUT THE EVENT
MBEP’s State of the Region is an educational convening that brings together leaders from business, government, and community sectors to explore current economic conditions and emerging trends across the Central Coast.
The event provides insights into regional progress, highlight key challenges and opportunities, and share updates on collaborative initiatives such as Regions Rise Together and Uplift Central Coast—efforts focused on advancing economic opportunity, workforce development, and inclusive growth across our region.
WHY ATTEND AN MBEP EVENT?
MBEP’s events offer a unique opportunity to engage with the leaders, ideas, and data shaping the future of the Central Coast. By bringing together diverse voices from across sectors, this event creates space for meaningful dialogue, shared understanding, and collaborative problem-solving.
Whether you’re looking to stay informed, strengthen partnerships, or ensure your perspective is part of the conversation, MBEP’s convenings provide the insight and connections needed to move our region forward—together.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We need your support to make this a successful regional conference. More than ever, we are counting on you to ensure that MBEP has the capacity and resources to continue our important work in the foundational areas of housing, economic and workforce development, broadband access, and policy advocacy. Your sponsorship makes it possible for us to hold our annual convening to share, collaborate, and partner across our tri-county region with diverse stakeholders in industry, government, and community while remaining focused on our triple bottom line of equity, economic health, and environment.
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
