Orange County Business Council

Two weeks away! Don’t miss OCBC’s inaugural 2024 Legislative Day on July 31. Join community leaders as Orange County’s elected representatives—such as Senator Catherine Blakespear, Senator Dave Min, Senator Josh Newman and more—share updates and discuss issues impacting our county. Register today! https://bit.ly/3Qn2BnP

From connecting leaders in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. to the local business community, to hosting an economic conference, or bringing together educators and employers for the good of Orange County’s economic development, OCBC’s events are part of OC’s business fabric. Check out our photo gallery of past events https://bit.ly/3PC0NFP (you just might find your picture), and view upcoming events https://bit.ly/48R2MxS you don’t want to miss.

Registration is open for the highly anticipated 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference on October 24 at the Hyatt Regency Irvine! Hear insights into economic trends and forces shaping Orange County and the nation from California State University, Fullerton’s leading economists Dr. Anil Puri and Dr. Mira Farka. Register today! https://bit.ly/4cL4iUE

Join community leaders to thank and honor the first responders who protect and serve the county at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12! It’s through their commitment that OC is able to preserve its standard of living and vibrant economy. Register today! https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Navigating the road to college can be daunting for OC families doing it for the first time. That’s why OCBC is pleased to welcome two new partners—Cox and Friendly Center—to the Leading Educational Attainment (LEA) for Families Initiative! Led by OCBC and possible thanks to the generosity of business and community partners, this program equips OC families to help their children navigate the road to college and a successful future. Learn more https://bit.ly/42hFU82

Don’t miss OCBC’s inaugural 2024 Legislative Day on July 31! Join community leaders as Orange County’s legislative representatives at state and federal levels—such as Senator Catherine Blakespear, Senator Dave Min, Senator Josh Newman and more—share updates and discuss issues impacting our county. Register today! https://bit.ly/3Qn2BnP

Find out how Vanguard University of Southern California—an OCBC investor—equips future generations with the civic literacy needed to actively participate in American democracy. Plus, learn what civics education looks like for three other local organizations. https://ocbc.org/civics-next-generation/

Deadline extended to July 8! Did you miss the chance to nominate a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. The extended deadline for nominations is July 8 https://ocbc.org/2024-first-responders-dinner-nomination-form/.

Learn more about the event and register to attend: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Explore how the Richard Nixon Foundation—an OCBC investor—equips future generations with the civic literacy needed to actively participate in American democracy. Plus, learn what civics education looks like for three other local organizations. https://ocbc.org/civics-next-generation/

It’s an election year! Learn how OCBC investors Concordia University Irvine, Orange County Department of Education, Richard Nixon Foundation and Vanguard University of Southern California are preparing the next generation of students to be literate in civics. https://ocbc.org/civics-next-generation/

Uncover how the Orange County Department of Education—an OCBC investor—equips future generations with the civic literacy needed to actively participate in American democracy. Plus, learn what civics education looks like for three other local organizations. https://ocbc.org/civics-next-generation/

Extended deadline! Did you miss the chance to nominate a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. The extended deadline for nominations is July 8 https://ocbc.org/2024-first-responders-dinner-nomination-form/.

Learn more about the event and register to attend: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Registration is open for the highly anticipated 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference on October 24 at the Hyatt Regency Irvine! Hear insights into economic trends and forces shaping Orange County and the nation from California State University, Fullerton’s leading economists Dr. Anil Puri and Dr. Mira Farka. Register today! https://bit.ly/3xCIv2L

Is Orange County’s future workforce being prepared for civic literacy? In this issue of Making a Difference, OCBC investors Concordia University Irvine, Orange County Department of Education, Richard Nixon Foundation and Vanguard University of Southern California share how they are ensuring the civic literacy of our next generation. https://ocbc.org/civics-next-generation/

Deadline 5 p.m. today! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://lnkd.in/gZkw_9ig

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Last chance! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://lnkd.in/gZkw_9ig

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Dive into the future of Orange County! Meet with today’s leading industry experts and likeminded organizations to collaborate on issues currently impacting OC’s infrastructure, housing, workforce, economic development and more. https://lnkd.in/gzEZrVpG.

Committee meetings are one of the many benefits offered to Business Council Investors. Learn more about exclusive investor benefits and how to get involved. https://ocbc.org/join-ocbc/

Only one week left! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://lnkd.in/gZkw_9ig

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

When legislation in a fairly new area like AI is being considered, it’s important to bring the voice of business to the table. OCBC got to do just that as we brought together local business and community leaders to share their concerns with Senator Tom Umberg at OCBC’s AI Forum yesterday. As the Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, the gatekeeper committee for AI, Sen. Umberg gave an update about bills in Sacramento, and was also able to hear from Orange County leaders across various sectors from health care to higher ed, to communications and more. Thank you to OCBC investor SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and OCBC board member Diana Kot for hosting.

Deadline approaching! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://ww.ocbc.org/2024FRD-nominations

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Less than a month left! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://ww.ocbc.org/2024FRD-nominations

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Don’t miss OCBC’s inaugural 2024 Legislative Day on July 31! Join community leaders as Orange County’s legislative representatives at state and federal levels—such as Senator Catherine Blakespear, Senator Josh Newman, Senator Tom Umberg and more—share updates and discuss issues impacting our county. Register today! https://bit.ly/3Vb7dzW

Orange County was highlighted as a hub of innovation and economic development at this year’s SoCal Startup Day! OCBC staff joined City of Irvine City Hall Mayor Farrah N. Khan at this annual conference for entrepreneurs, startups and investors from across Southern California.

Nominate today! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://ww.ocbc.org/2024FRD-nominations

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE

Stay updated on legislation impacting OC. From health care to education to HR to infrastructure and more, see the bills OCBC’s Government Affairs team is monitoring in Sacramento; contact the team for more information. https://bit.ly/4371Mok

We'd love to hear your input on the OC Transit Vision Master Plan to integrate, enhance, and expand transportation services in Orange County. Please 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 to identify which draft transit corridors are most important to you. All participants will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
📝 Take the Survey: bit.ly/TVMPCorridorsSurvey
✅ Register for our July 9 webinar: bit.ly/TVMP-Webinar-Jul9

If you haven’t attended an OCBC event lately, see what you’ve been missing! From connecting leaders in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. to the local business community, to hosting an economic conference, or bringing together educators and employers for the good of OC’s economic development, OCBC’s events are part of OC’s business fabric. Check out our photo gallery of past events https://bit.ly/3PC0NFP (you just might find your picture), and view upcoming events https://bit.ly/48R2MxS you don’t want to miss.

One month left! Do you know a first responder who has a powerful story about their mission to protect and serve Orange County? Share their story for a chance to be honored at OCBC’s 2024 First Responders Dinner on September 12. Deadline for nominations is July 1 https://lnkd.in/gZkw_9ig

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/3w6OiwE