When San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria took office last December, the city was in the depths of the pandemic, and the area’s economy — including the tourism industry — faced unprecedented challenges. With a vaccine then just becoming available, one of the mayor’s first priorities was to help mobilize for mass immunization, as well as launch programs to bolster the business community. … [Read more...] about MAYOR TODD GLORIA ON SAN DIEGO’S ROAD TO RECOVERY
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FORMER DEAN OF UCSD EXTENSION MARY WALSHOK ON UC SAN DIEGO @ PARK AND MARKET VENUE
By James Hebert This fall brings the grand opening of UC San Diego @ Park & Market, a state-of-the-art, multipurpose facility in the East Village that aims to be the premier meeting and event center in San Diego’s urban core. The 66,750-square-foot building will boast hi-tech executive conference rooms, two theater/event spaces, an expansive outdoor terrace and more. … [Read more...] about FORMER DEAN OF UCSD EXTENSION MARY WALSHOK ON UC SAN DIEGO @ PARK AND MARKET VENUE
EDC President & CEO Mark Cafferty: San Diego’s Innovation Scene
Mark CaffertyPresident and CEOSan Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation How does San Diego’s innovation economy compare to other destinations? Over the past decade, it is not an exaggeration to say that San Diego has become one of the biggest tech hubs in the world. We’ve really broken through when you look at the sheer number of companies we have and in terms … [Read more...] about EDC President & CEO Mark Cafferty: San Diego’s Innovation Scene
San Diego Symphony Orchestra CEO Martha Gilmer: The Future of the Symphony
As the CEO for the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, Martha A. Gilmer works to change lives through music across community outreach, ever-expanding programming and the addition of its new outdoor venue The Rady Shell in Jacobs Park. Gilmer recently shared insights into the future of the Symphony as well as why San Diego has such vibrant and diverse art and culture … [Read more...] about San Diego Symphony Orchestra CEO Martha Gilmer: The Future of the Symphony
County Chief Resilience Officer Gary Johnston: San Diego Leads on Vaccinations
As the chief resilience officer for the San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, Gary Johnston has been on the frontlines of the local COVID-19 crisis. While the last year has been challenging, Johnston explains how San Diego is leading the way on vaccination efforts to ensure a safe and productive visit for everyone. California’s economy is re-opening on June 15. … [Read more...] about County Chief Resilience Officer Gary Johnston: San Diego Leads on Vaccinations