by Tahra Goraya | Apr 28, 2026 | Advanced Air Mobility, MBEP News, Op-Ed, Tech & Innovation
Helping our region understand AAM and why the rapidly evolving sector is so important By Tahra Goraya, President & CEO of Monterey Bay Economic Partnership and Lavera Alexander, Chief Growth Officer and CAAMCI Director (April 28, 2026 — Marina) — Let’s be honest:...
by Tahra Goraya | Apr 20, 2026 | Op-Ed
The following commentary is by Tahra Goraya, President and CEO of Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, a regional member-supported nonprofit organization whose mission is improving the economic health and quality of life in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties....
by Marie Vasari | Mar 19, 2026 | Economic & Workforce Development, MBEP News
March is Women’s History Month, an annual observance meant to highlight the contributions of women in history and contemporary society. From trailblazing leaders and innovators to artists and activists, women have shaped our world in powerful and lasting ways. In...
by Marie Vasari | Feb 27, 2026 | Broadband, Economic & Workforce Development, MBEP News, Tech & Innovation
Since December, MBEP has secured more than $613,000 in CASF Adoption grantsThe California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on Thursday awarded Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) $463,644 for three Connected Communities Hubs projects establishing free...
by Marie Vasari | Feb 26, 2026 | Community, MBEP News
In recognition of February as Black History Month, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) is highlighting the impact of local Black leaders and organizations whose work strengthens communities across Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. This year...