SD adds degree holders at fast rate - Talent is the cornerstone of today’s global economy. It drives corporate location decisions, encourages innovative urban planning and inspires entrepreneurship. In essence, talent is the key to economic growth. If regions – such as San Diego – want to get ahead, they must have... more

On the road: strengthening SD's global reach - TOKYO, JAPAN - By Sean Barr, senior vice president of economic development Greetings from Tokyo, Japan. This week, behind a newly relaunched World Trade Center San Diego, EDC kicks off its 2016 international program. Our goals are clear – grow exports and position the regi... more

Nat Geo recognizes San Diego among best in world - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA -  Coolest Border Crossing Consider this tale of two cities, separated by the busiest land-border crossing in the Western Hemisphere. On one side is San Diego, with 70 miles of sandy shores, a pioneering zoo, Tony-winning theater scene, and Southern Ca... more

2015: A Global Year in Review - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA - In 2015, San Diego’s economic impact spanned the globe. From connecting with companies in Tokyo to premiering a “National Geographic” documentary in London, EDC & WTCSD collectively traveled nearly 60,000 miles this year – the equivalent of traveling ... more

Relaunched WTC San Diego hires new director - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA - San Diego Regional EDC is pleased to announce the relaunch of the World Trade Center San Diego (WTC San Diego), an organization dedicated to growing international trade and investment opportunities for San Diego. After an extensive search, the organization... more

Cypher Genomics wins MetroConnect Grand Prize - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA – In an effort to cement San Diego’s reputation as a world class innovation hub and help SMEs expand their global reach, Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer, San Diego Regional EDC and JPMorgan Chase & Co. awarded the MetroConnect Grand Prize to San Diego-based gen... more

China Business Outlook Presented by WTCSD and HSBC Bank - 10th Annual event features experts on Chinese economy, business strategies and investments. SAN DIEGO, CALIF. — JANUARY 27, 2014 — The World Trade Center San Diego, along with HSBC Bank USA will sponsor a China symposium on Thursday, February 6 from 3:30 to 8:45 p.m. at the U... more

Australia New Zealand Business Mission Set by WTCSD: February four-city visits available for regional businesses - December 13, 2013 MEDIA RELEASE Australia New Zealand Business Mission Set by WTCSD February four-city visits available for regional businesses SAN DIEGO, CALIF. - DECEMBER 12, 2013 - The World Trade Center San Diego has announced a four-city business m... more

World Trade Center San Diego Announces Leadership Change: Board Appoints Interim CEO - Contact: Janice Sherlock The J Sherlock Group, marketing & public relations Phone 619-467-7428js@jsherlockgroup.com For Immediate Release MEDIA RELEASE World Trade Center San Diego Announces Leadership Change Board Appoints Interim CEO SAN DIEGO,... more

Panel: EB-5's direct investment component underutilized - Panel: EB-5's direct investment component underutilizedBy KATHERINE CONNOR, The San Diego Daily TranscriptThursday, October 24, 2013 The EB-5 visa program has gotten a bad rap, with one component of the system missing from the conversation entirely, according to immigration l... more