Creative Economy Summit: Driving Economic Growth in our Region

by Marie Vasari | Oct 21, 2026 | Creative Economy, Economic & Workforce Development, Events, MBEP News

Arts and culture organizations help create vibrant communities, inspire us, and help us connect, while also boosting our economic growth and creating new jobs in our region  (Oct. 20, 2026 — Marina, CA) — Join Monterey Bay Economic Partnership and local leaders...

Understanding the Creative Economy: A Conversation with Arts Council for Monterey County Executive Director Jacquie Atchison

by Marie Vasari | Oct 15, 2026 | Creative Economy, Economic & Workforce Development, Events, MBEP News

More than a cultural asset, Monterey County arts contribute to economic development by generating an estimated $1.6 billion in economic activity and supporting more than 8,000 jobs.  (Oct. 14, 2026 — Marina, CA) — On Oct. 22, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership...

Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Unveils Housing Initiative Brief in Support of California Ballot Propositions in Alignment with Regional Housing Priorities 

by Marie Vasari | Oct 1, 2026 | Events, Housing, MBEP News

Learn how ballot measures impact the region during Oct. 7 Proposition Briefing Webinar  (Sept. 30, 2026 — Marina, CA) — Learn about the California ballot propositions that could significantly impact housing production in our region during Monterey Bay Economic...

Monterey Bay Economic Partnership to Host Creative Economy Summit

by Marie Vasari | Sep 21, 2026 | Events, MBEP News

Creativity is a powerful economic driver, with the potential to shape the future of the region through tangible opportunities and a more connected, resilient economy (Sept. 21, 2026 — Marina, CA) — Tickets are now officially on sale for the Creative Economy Summit, a...

‘AI & the Future of Our Region’ Brings Together Leading Artificial Intelligence Experts to Focus on the Impact, Challenges, and Possibilities for the Central Coast

by Marie Vasari | Sep 4, 2026 | Events, MBEP News, Tech & Innovation

Limited tickets are still available for MBEP’s half-day conference exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming our economy, our communities, and the future of work  (Sept. 4, 2026 — Marina, CA) — “AI and the Future of Our Region” will take...

Meeting the Moment in AAM/UAS: National, State, and Regional Convergence

by Marie Vasari | Feb 26, 2026 | Advanced Air Mobility, Events, MBEP News

Webinar to Explore Impact of Emerging Low-Altitude Economy Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is rapidly moving from vision to reality — reshaping transportation, infrastructure, workforce development, and economic opportunity across the country.  “Meeting the Moment in...