You’re invited!

The California Jobs First Council cordially invites you to attend the California Jobs First Investment Summit, a two-day networking and informational conference for economic development practitioners, regional collaborators, local government leaders, investors, state agency partners, and more.

Want to join us? Complete your registration by submitting the RSVP form.

This link is unique to you as your invitation is nontransferable. If an individual is seeking an invitation, please contact regionalinvestment@gobiz.ca.gov and reference the Investment Summit!

Don't miss out! Registration will close on April 1, 2026, or once event capacity has been reached.

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Day 1: Thursday, April 9th | 8:00AM — 4:45PM
CNRA Auditorium

A full day of panels and presentations featuring:

• Pitch Presentations: Connect with the most promising project applicants from Round 2 of the Regional Investment Initiative Implementation Phase
• Attracting Investment & Jobs: Learn how local government and community leaders are taking action to rebuild infrastructure, rezone for new industries, and attract good-paying jobs for their residents
• Training the Workforce: Explore how workforce development leaders are partnering with industry in new ways to design industry backed pathways to meet today’s demand
• Designing for Industry: Gain actionable insights from regional leaders who are creating new opportunities for industrial development and job creation
  

Day 2: Friday, April 10th | 9:00AM — 1:00PM
UC Center Atkinson Forum

Interactive workshops focused on:

• International Trade Tools for Practitioners: Learn how you can attract global investments to your region and help local businesses internationalize with accessible programs and tools for practitioners
• Industry Strategies Reports: Provide your feedback on industry working group strategies and the latest growth opportunities in emerging sectors in the innovation ecosystem
• California Jobs First Community of Practice: Join fellow regional conveners, fiscal agents, and community partners to share your reflections on what’s ahead for regional strategy and California Economic Blueprint implementation  

THIS INVITATION IS NONTRANSFERABLE

If an individual is seeking an invitation, please contact regionalinvestment@gobiz.ca.gov and reference the Investment Summit.