MBEP

MBEP’s mission is to catalyze and lead change to make a positive difference in the economic health and quality of life in the Monterey Bay Region.

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🌟 Make Your Voice Heard! 🌟
Every vote matters — your voice helps shape the future of our communities and our region.
Get out and vote, make your voice count, and be part of the change you want to see!

#GetOutAndVote #MontereyBay #CivicEngagement #MBEP #CommunityImpact

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This Pride Month, we celebrate every voice, every identity, and everyone proud to be who they are. 🌈

A strong economy and thriving communities depend on inclusion, opportunity, and belonging for all. Happy Pride Month from all of us at MBEP.
#PrideMonth #MontereyBay #Belonging

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✨ Eid Mubarak ✨

Wishing all who celebrate Eid al-Adha peace, joy, generosity, and connection with loved ones. We’re grateful for the diverse communities that help make the Monterey Bay region strong and vibrant. 🌙

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🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we remember we honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice is the foundation of the freedoms we cherish, and their courage continues to inspire our work to build a more resilient and vibrant region for all.

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Registration is now open for FREE virtual Digital Literacy Classes beginning the week of June 8th!

Classes:
Digital Navigation Skills
Digital Marketing & Social Media

Classes held from 6:30–8:30 PM. Know someone who may benefit? Please share!
https://t.co/Xt1oznbqze

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#MBEPMember Santa Cruz County is accepting applications for the Youth Commission! 📣

Students ages 14–18 can help shape local policy, build leadership skills, and represent youth voices in county government.

🗓️ Apply by May 31

👉 https://t.co/ATkvynZFWl

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Our partners at Housing Trust Silicon Valley are hosting Affordable Housing Finance 101 in Santa Cruz as part of Affordable Housing Month.

📍 May 19 | Santa Cruz

Register: https://t.co/rAY4fYDIjq

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What does the future of flight mean for the next generation? MBEP advisor Sarasina Tuchen joins this podcast to discuss advanced air mobility, STEAM education, and her new K-5 initiative, Mighty Tails.

🎧 https://t.co/pyi4l06jrQ

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Matt Huerta, Kristen Clements, and Anastacia Wyatt joined MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook for a conversation on affordable housing, workforce housing, the “missing middle,” and regional partnerships helping advance housing solutions across the Monterey Bay region.
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Lavera Alexander joined Kevin Causey of Montage Health Foundation and Thomas Horvath of CSUMB to discuss how CAAMCI and advanced air mobility can support healthcare access, emergency response, workforce pathways, and rural communities.

#CAAMCI #MBEP

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Live from MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook: Nicole Coburn of Santa Cruz County and Esperanza Colio of San Benito County joined MBEP President & CEO Tahra Goraya for a conversation on housing, workforce, infrastructure, broadband, and regional collaboration.
#EconomicOutlook

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Live from MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook: Ian Calderon & Danny Fierro joined MBEP President & CEO Tahra Goraya for a lively discussion on AI, influencers, misinformation, political betting platforms, and how media is shaping modern campaigns & voter behavior.
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Live from MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook: Jon Haveman, Ph.D. shared insights on the U.S. & Monterey Bay economy — from resilient employment growth and inflation pressures to housing affordability and long-term workforce trends. 📊 #MBEP #EconomicOutlook

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“Supply shocks are reshaping the economic outlook.” Today at MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook, Sylvain Leduc of the San Francisco Fed shared insights on inflation, resilient labor markets, AI investment, and what may lie ahead for the economy. #MBEP #EconomicOutlook

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Seaside Mayor Ian Oglesby, MBEP Board President Faris Sabbah, and MBEP President & CEO Tahra Goraya welcome a full house at MBEP’s 2026 Regional Economic Outlook.

#economicoutlook #mbep

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There's still time to register for tomorrow's 2026 Regional Economic Outlook: https://t.co/ASVUflEJ1m

Join us to learn more about the initiatives advancing economic opportunity, workforce development, and inclusive regional growth throughout our community!

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Congratulations to the recipients of @ucsc’s 2025 Chancellor’s Innovation Impact Awards!

Special recognition to Bud Colligan, MBEP co-founder & Board Member, honored as the 2025 Community Changemaker for his lasting impact across the Central Coast.

🔗 https://t.co/z4KTrhKZJ2

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A final reminder to register for the 2026 Regional Economic Outlook taking place this Friday, May 15: https://t.co/ASVUflEJ1m

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3 DAYS LEFT to register for the Regional Economic Outlook!

Join us as leaders from across business, government, and community explore today’s economic landscape and what lies ahead.

View the full agenda & register: https://t.co/ASVUflEJ1m

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New session at the 2026 Regional Economic Outlook: The Promise of CAAMCI: Connecting Communities to the Future of Economic Mobility

Explore how emerging mobility technologies could improve healthcare access, emergency response, and economic opportunity.

https://t.co/mJXnwDVeHF