It’s been a long and unpredictable year, yet it’s gone by in a flash. This year was challenging and different for everyone, but one thing rang true – the North County community showed its resiliency and commitment to collaboration time […]
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Innovate78 encourages residents to ‘shop small’ this holiday season
Togetherness and gratitude are the underpinnings of Thanksgiving, and this year – while an exceptional year – is no exception. As we make adjustments to our holiday plans, Innovate78 wants North County residents to know that local businesses are here […]
Innovate78 helps North County startup businesses thrive
It all began as a hobby in Greg Spence’s garage when he started tinkering with board game pieces and dreaming up ways to organize them. The Escondido software engineer had developed an affinity for collecting unique and eclectic board games […]
Cities support businesses by passing outdoor expansion permits, apply today!
As San Diego County falls back into the “purple,” most-restrictive tier, many businesses and restaurants are only allowed to operate outdoors. The Economic Development Departments in each city are supporting businesses succeeding through these times and in submitting proposals to […]
Women-Owned North County Businesses Making a Big Impact
October celebrates Women in Small Business, and according to Forbes Magazine, San Diego is the fifth-leading US County with the most female entrepreneurs. Today, just over 30% of startups in the county are female-owned. Additionally, the gross sales of female-owned […]
Cue Health brings 500 new jobs to Vista after scoring $481M for COVID-19 test
Keep an eye out for a new impactful and exciting company in our backyard! Cue Health, which develops rapid, accurate molecular testing for COVID-19 and influenza, will soon bring a campus and 500 new jobs to Vista. The company was […]
2 Innovate78 companies find success in their public offerings
During a time of so much uncertainty, two Innovate78 companies provided a much-needed bright spot. Vista’s Flux Power and Carlsbad’s Acutus both found success in going public with multimillion dollar public offerings, shining a light on North County’s growing innovation […]
#WithLoveNorthCounty – the staycation campaign!
Announcing #WithLoveNorthCounty – a campaign in partnership with San Diego North Economic Development Council, Chambers of Commerce, and MainStreet Associations to synergize with the efforts of the San Diego Tourism Authority and support North County hospitality businesses negatively impacted by […]
Focus on Customers Helps 78 Corridor Companies Adapt to Changing Times
When California issued the mandatory stay-at-home order earlier this year, forcing millions to work remotely, leaders at two 78 Corridor companies knew they’d adapt by staying focused on their customers. Exagen Inc., a leading healthcare company in Vista that focuses […]