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IEGO Lays Out 2024 Economic Priorities

Inland Economic Growth & Opportunity (IEGO), a collaborative organization dedicated to fostering economic growth, announced its 2024 strategic priorities designed to create a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable economy for the Inland Empire. Among its immediate priorities include its role in Gov. Newsom’s California Jobs First regional jobs strategy. 

“As one of the California Jobs First statewide collaboratives, IEGO is committed to engaging a wide ranging and diverse group of stakeholders in our economic development focus so that we can improve the quality of life for all residents across the region,” said IEGO executive director Matthew Mena. 

Among its priorities are the following: 

  • California Jobs First: IEGO will develop Inland Southern California’s regional jobs strategy to create quality jobs and a more accessible economy. 
  • Center of Excellence: As one of the state’s designated Centers of Excellence, IEGO will support the region’s community colleges and their partners.  
  • Regional Marketing: IEGO will work to ensure that the region is well positioned to benefit from public and private investment and is fully recognized for its economic strength and opportunity. 
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