UKIAH
Early bird registration for the 3rd annual State of the Redwood Coastal Region Economic Development Summit launches April 1.
Join us in person for The State of the Redwood Coast Region: Our Elemental Economy, the 3rd annual regional economic development summit. While this year’s conference will take place in Ukiah, September 21-22, Early Bird Registration begins Saturday, April 1.
The State of the Redwood Coast Region: Our Elemental Economy is a two-day economic summit designed to foster innovative thinking throughout our region of Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino Counties, as well as adjacent tribal lands. We aim to identify shared economic opportunities and strengthen collaboration amongst our businesses, economic development professionals, and leaders.
This year’s theme, Our Elemental Economy, evaluates the unique yet fundamental ways our environment shapes our region’s economy through the four elements: earth, wind, water, and fire.
Lake County Chamber CEO, Laura McAndrews Sammel shares her excitement about the potential of this year’s conference now that everyone can gather in person. “It’s a rare opportunity to have so many of our region’s professionals and leaders under one roof. It seems clear from the positive feedback of the last two years that this conference is pivotal to creating and fostering collaboration across counties.”
Day 1 of the conference will center on the foundational components unique to our Redwood Coast Region. From solidarity economics to investment and community development, keynote speakers will share ideas about how we can build a more resilient and equitable economy. Focused breakout sessions between speeches provide ample opportunity to collaborate and connect.
Day 2 will touch on the economic development opportunities and challenges faced by our region and within our unique environment. Between keynote speeches, attendees can engage in interactive discussions, breakout sessions, and industry-focused presentations from inspiring Redwood Coast leaders.
“This is a great opportunity for Lake County to shine- to really show its resiliency and plans for growth. This is the second year Lake County has participated in the summit, and we are already seeing meaningful connections between agencies,” says Nicole Flora, Executive Director of the Lake County Economic Development Corporation.
“I am thrilled to host this year’s conference in Ukiah,” says Katrina Kessen, Executive Director at Greater Ukiah Business and Tourism Alliance. “Not only is it so special that we can connect in person this year, but hosting everyone in Ukiah feels serendipitous at a time when Ukiah is seeing so much positive economic development and growth.”
Join us at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center in Ukiah this September for this rare opportunity to connect and network with your fellow community leaders making an impact in our Redwood Coast Region. Early Bird registration begins April 1.
Learn more and register online at:
https://tinyurl.com/2023regionaleconomy
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SACRAMENTO
Covered California welcomes longtime health advocate and leader in health equity to its board
Covered California welcomed Mayra E. Alvarez as the newest member of its Board of Directors on Thursday. Alvarez is a longtime health advocate and leader in health equity. She is the president of The Children’s Partnership, a nonprofit advocacy organization working to advance child health equity, where she has served since 2015.
“Mayra brings a long and illustrious history of public service to Covered California, one that is rooted in the Affordable Care Act and dedicated to improving our health care system,” said Jessica Altman, executive director of Covered California. “She also brings a passion for health equity, ensuring that California’s diverse populations have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Alvarez was appointed by Gov. Newsom and will succeed Dr. Sandra Hernandez, who was recently appointed to the Health Care Affordability Board. Alvarez’s term will expire on Jan. 1, 2027.
She graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare and Chicano Studies, and earned a Master of Health Administration degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
There is no compensation for the position, but Alvarez may receive a per diem and reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses.
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