We’re building the future of flight! MBEP, on behalf of the Monterey Bay Tech Hub, secured $7.45M in state funding to launch CA’s first FAA-compliant advanced air mobility flight corridor. Jobs, clean transit & new opportunities ahead! ow.ly/8OYl50WOiXC #MBEP #MBTH

Collaboration in action! With $7.45M secured by MBEP, the Monterey Bay Tech Hub will launch CA’s 1st FAA-compliant AAM test corridor—advancing clean-energy drones, eVTOL aircraft & aerospace innovation. Together we’re fueling innovation & creating jobs. ow.ly/sCLw50WOvas

Happy Labor Day! Today we honor the workers who power our economy & strengthen our communities. Wishing you a day of rest & appreciation. #LaborDay #MBEP

Did you know? CA Jobs First launched Uplift Central Coast, co-led by #MBEP, REACH & EDC. Through Uplift, 36 projects (13 in our region) earned Catalyst Grants + MBEP secured $7.45M for CA’s 1st multi-airport AAM corridor. mbep.biz/uplift-central… #CAJobsFirst #UpliftCentralCoast

Exciting news! Our very own President & CEO, Tahra Goraya, will be speaking at the AAPI Economic Policy Summit on Oct 10 in San Diego! Join leaders shaping California’s economic future. 📅 Friday, October 10, 2025 📍 University Club, San Diego Register: ow.ly/F4uW50WNTVa

New Regional Report is here! ✈️ $7.4M for CA’s first FAA-compliant flight corridor 🏡 Housing Initiative + student homelessness 🌱 First on-farm AgTech Hub in Salinas Read more: ow.ly/WZfz50WRsEr

Early Bird Registration is OPEN! Join us Oct 17 at CSUMB for the 2025 State of the Region. Topics: AI, housing, broadband, AAM, & more. Last year sold out—secure your spot today! ow.ly/fbja50WSi36

#MBEPMember Joby Aviation is teaming up with Uber to integrate Blade’s air mobility services into the Uber app! This move accelerates the future of quiet, zero-emissions urban air travel worldwide. Learn more: ow.ly/UvhQ50WXQUc #AdvancedAirMobility #Joby #Uber

MBEP’s regional report is out! Stay up to date on what's shaping the Monterey Bay region — from the approval of the Vista Lucia housing project, to groundbreaking student housing partnerships, to advances in next-generation aviation technologies. Read: ow.ly/bGoA50WZAAR

🍎🍯 MBEP wishes a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate. May this new year bring you peace, prosperity, and connection. Shana Tova! ✨

New panel announcement! Policy & Politics: An Unfiltered Analysis with Zach Friend, Ian Calderon, and Donna Lucas. These leaders will dive into California’s most pressing political issues and what they mean for the Monterey Bay region. Register: ow.ly/6Zyl50X1Vg6

Speaker Spotlight! We’re excited to welcome Senator John Laird to the stage at MBEP’s 2025 State of the Region on October 17 at CSUMB. Early bird rates end TOMORROW! Lock in your ticket now before prices go up: ow.ly/87xQ50X40ee #MBEP #StateOfTheRegion #LegislativeUpdate

🚨 2 weeks away! 🚨 MBEP’s 2025 #StateOfTheRegion is Oct 17 at CSUMB. ✨ NEW PANEL: The Creative Economy: How Innovation & Culture Drive Growth with leaders in arts, film & community development. Last year SOLD OUT—register now: mbep.biz/events/2025-an… #SOTR25

State of the Region 2025 is just 2 weeks away! Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversations shaping the future of the Monterey Bay region. Secure your spot today: ow.ly/ucXj50X6vv1

🌐 It’s #DigitalInclusionWeek! MBEP has secured $70M+ for broadband & prioritized 33K+ unserved residents. Now, with the Central Coast Digital Access Coalition, we’re tackling affordability & digital skills so everyone can thrive online. Learn more: ow.ly/N4i450X7mhQ

🌱MBEP is helping lead the future of farming on the Central Coast! Through CA’s Jobs First Initiative, we secured grants to: ✅ Expand AgTech innovation ✅ Launch drone workforce training (2,000+ students) ✅ Grow AgTEC certificates at Hartnell Learn more: ow.ly/AsGF50X7j8w

The future of flight is taking off at the 2025 State of the Region Oct 17th! Join the panel “Beyond the Horizon: Pioneering the Next Era of Air Mobility” and explore how innovation is reshaping regional connectivity. Register today: bit.ly/2025SOTR #FutureOfFlight #SOTR25

Three days and counting! This is the LAST CALL for registration! 📅 When: Friday, October 17, 2025 📍 Where: CSU Monterey Bay University Center Don’t miss your chance to join this important convening! Register now! Full agenda & registration: ow.ly/WfK550XaOnj

CSUMB President and MBEP Board Member welcomes a full room at the 2025 State of the Region. We have a great lineup today and we’re excited to dive in! #SOTR25

Thank you to everyone who joined & contributed to #StateOfTheRegion! Monterey County Now covered our Policy & Politics Panel with Zach Friend, Ian Calderon, Paul Mitchell & Elissa Benson. Read it here: montereycountynow.com/blogs/opinion_… 🎥 Session recordings and recap are coming soon!