Economic Development Administration

California Mobility Center Hires Orville Thomas as New CEO, Paving the Way for Clean Energy and Transportation Innovation in Greater Sacramento

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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“This is a significant step forward as we look to advance the California Mobility Center,” CMC Board President Arlen Orchard said.

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  • “This is a significant step forward as we look to advance the California Mobility Center,” CMC Board President Arlen Orchard said.
  • “Orville has the expertise and industry knowledge in the mobility industry as it relates to zero emission vehicles and clean technology.
  • “Leading the California Mobility Center has been a dream of mine since they announced the project,” said Orville Thomas, incoming President & CEO of the CMC.
  • The California Mobility Center plans to build a $500 million zero-emission innovation hub on the campus of Sacramento State to support clean energy and transportation technologies.

The Power of Partnership - the Richmond-Petersburg Region Secures Designation as Tech Hub by Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Department of Commerce

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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These are outlined and underway through a state-funded strategic planning process and early implementation work, reinforcing the power of collaboration and partnership to build something better together.

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  • These are outlined and underway through a state-funded strategic planning process and early implementation work, reinforcing the power of collaboration and partnership to build something better together.
  • These efforts positioned the Alliance for success in setting the coalition up to apply for additional funding through the EDA and garnering designation as an APM global Tech Hub.
  • This coveted Tech Hub designation is a strong endorsement of the region's plan to supercharge a critical technology ecosystem and become a global leader in APM.
  • Distressed communities within Tech Hub regions will be given higher consideration for other relevant Economic Development Administration funding opportunities.

Wisconsin's Pioneering Pathway Seeks to Secure Tech Hub Designation in Personalized Medicine

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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The program targets regions with the potential to evolve into globally competitive innovation centers over the course of a decade.

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  • The program targets regions with the potential to evolve into globally competitive innovation centers over the course of a decade.
  • "At GE HealthCare, we're dedicated to advancing personalized medicine through continuous technological development.
  • "Wisconsin has the opportunity to build on world-class infrastructure and expertise in medical imaging and genomic technologies to create a statewide Biohealth Tech Hub in personalized medicine.
  • This pioneering pursuit towards personalized medicine aligns with Wisconsin's aspirations for Tech Hub designation, and promises a transformative trajectory marked by economic growth, amplified collaboration, and a secure future as a trailblazer in cutting-edge technologies.

Wisconsin establishes consortium to expand its lead in biohealth

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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MADISON, Wis., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A consortium of 15 public and private partners has been formed to advance an economic development strategy aimed at bolstering Wisconsin's leadership in personalized medicine and biohealth technology.

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  • These efforts are anticipated to enhance the health and economic well-being of Wisconsinites and the global community.
  • Additionally, by keeping sensitive biohealth and genomic data in Wisconsin and within U.S. borders, the creation of a RTH here is expected to increase the strength of the nation's global competitiveness as well as its national security.
  • "Wisconsin is now at the forefront of one of the most dramatic advances we're seeing in medical care – personalized medicine.
  • We owe it to the people of our state – and the world -- to continue to build on that momentum."

Tusk Strategies Establishes CHIPS and Science Act Practice, Led by Biden Administration Alum Bernadette Carrillo

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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The practice group will be led by Managing Director Bernadette Carrillo , who joined the firm earlier this year after most recently serving as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to Secretary Raimondo in the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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  • The practice group will be led by Managing Director Bernadette Carrillo , who joined the firm earlier this year after most recently serving as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to Secretary Raimondo in the U.S. Department of Commerce.
  • In that role, Carrillo helped build the CHIPS program by advancing legislation on the Hill and through engagement with governors and with respect to how state and local incentives would factor into CHIPS implementation and funding applications.
  • Prior to her service in that role, Carrillo served as Director of Strategic Partnerships to Assistant Secretary of Economic Development Alejandra Castillo at the Economic Development Administration, a U.S. Department of Commerce bureau.
  • The firm was founded by venture capitalist, philanthropist and political strategist Bradley Tusk .

Oklahoma State University, partners take Oklahoma's aerospace and aviation leadership to next level

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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TULSA, Okla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Friday, Oklahoma State University and partners — including Tulsa Innovation Labs and the Osage Nation — celebrated a ribbon-cutting at the LaunchPad Center for Advanced Air Mobility at OSU-Tulsa's Helmerich Research Center (HRC). 

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  • "A key pillar of Oklahoma State University's strategy is leading in aerospace and aviation innovation, but we know our success is shared success," OSU President Kayse Shrum said.
  • Additionally, the U.S. Economic Development Administration recognizes that taking Oklahoma's aerospace and aviation to the next level has national benefits, and we appreciate the agency's critical support."
  • Jennifer Hankins, deputy managing director of Tulsa Innovation Labs, said they were thrilled to see this vision come to life.
  • MEDIA CONTACT: Shannon Rigsby | Associate Director of Public Information | 405-744-9081| [email protected] ; Jessica Remer | Tulsa Innovation Labs, Manager, Marketing and Communications | 918-759-0288 | [email protected]

TFG Grants Expands Team, Ceylon J. Herath Newest Grants Analyst/Researcher

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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LINCOLN, Neb., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TFG Grants Team is pleased to welcome Ceylon J. Herath as the newest TFG Grants Researcher/Analyst. Ceylon brings local government, public sector, community and economic development, federal grant writing, corporate communications, and litigation experience to help support TFG Grants team services.

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  • Ceylon strengthens the rapidly expanding TFG Grants Team's federal funding offerings.
  • LINCOLN, Neb., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TFG Grants Team is pleased to welcome Ceylon J. Herath as the newest TFG Grants Researcher/Analyst.
  • Ceylon brings local government, public sector, community and economic development, federal grant writing, corporate communications, and litigation experience to help support TFG Grants team services.
  • "I'm excited to be a part of the TFG Grants Team," said Ceylon.

Tusk Strategies Adds Bernadette Carrillo, Former U.S. Commerce Government Affairs Director, to DC Practice Helmed by Cristóbal Alex

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Carrillo also led the coordination efforts across the department on national rollouts for the Good Jobs Challenge, Build Back Better Challenge, Internet for All, and the Capital Readiness Program.

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  • Carrillo also led the coordination efforts across the department on national rollouts for the Good Jobs Challenge, Build Back Better Challenge, Internet for All, and the Capital Readiness Program.
  • "We're incredibly excited Bernadette is joining our team," said Cristóbal Alex, Head of Tusk's DC Office.
  • Tusk Strategies was founded by venture capitalist, philanthropist and political strategist Bradley Tusk and is now led by CEO Chris Coffey.
  • To learn more about Tusk Strategies, visit tuskstrategies.com.

Baton Rouge Health District Launches $500,000 Health Workforce Initiative with Multiple New Grants

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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BATON ROUGE, La., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Baton Rouge Health District (BRHD) recently secured over $500,000 in anticipated workforce development funding from the Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation, Health District member institutions (including local hospitals and health affiliated organizations), and the federal Economic Development Administration to launch a new healthcare-focused workforce strategy aimed at addressing the expanding workforce talent gap in healthcare.

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  • BATON ROUGE, La., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Baton Rouge Health District (BRHD) recently secured over $500,000 in anticipated workforce development funding from the Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation, Health District member institutions (including local hospitals and health affiliated organizations), and the federal Economic Development Administration to launch a new healthcare-focused workforce strategy aimed at addressing the expanding workforce talent gap in healthcare.
  • "Health education and workforce are a key Health District priority," says Steven Ceulemans, Executive Director of the Health District.
  • These new initiatives will advance a coordinated approach to health workforce recruitment, development and retention that meets the needs of local hospitals and job seekers.
  • The new workforce initiative, called BRHireD, will focus on recruitment, training, placement, and retention across high demand healthcare positions within our local healthcare market.

Xinhua Finance: Smart China Expo Kaizhou Forum Discusses How to Build Effective Digital Government

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Sunday, November 6, 2022
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CHONGQING, China, Nov. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 31, 2022, Smart China Expo Kaizhou Forum on the Construction of Digital Government took place in Kaizhou District, Chongqing.

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  • CHONGQING, China, Nov. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 31, 2022, Smart China Expo Kaizhou Forum on the Construction of Digital Government took place in Kaizhou District, Chongqing.
  • Experts, researchers and business representatives tackled the topic of how to build an effective digital government, and how such a government would yield new opportunities for the development of public services, rural areas and industries.
  • Pu Binbin, Party Secretary of Kaizhou District, Chongqing, said that based on actual conditions, the district will build a digital government, a digital and smart Kaizhou, and digital villages, with the goal of promoting quality development throughout the region with big data and intelligence, while providing more convenience to the companies and residents who do business and live in Kaizhou.
  • The forum was hosted by the Organizing Committee of Smart China Expo, and co-organized by the Chongqing Big Data Application and Development Administration and Chongqing Kaizhou District People's Government.