SoCal Wine Country EDC Highlights Skilled Workforce and Veteran Population as Regional Economic Advantage

The SoCal Wine Country Economic Development Council (EDC) is highlighting a powerful workforce advantage fueling the region's continued expansion in manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, and life sciences: a robust talent ecosystem supported by higher education partnerships and a large, highly skilled veteran population. The Southern California Wine Country region has one of the highest concentrations of veterans in California, supplying industries such as cybersecurity, defense, and manufacturing with experienced professionals known for leadership, technical expertise, and strong work ethic. This veteran population represents a significant resource for companies seeking reliable, skilled workers with proven capabilities in high-pressure environments.

Southern California Wine Country EDC's collaborations with Cal State San Marcos, Mt. San Jacinto College, and regional trade colleges align academic programs with employer needs, producing job-ready talent for high-growth sectors like aerospace, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and life sciences. These educational partnerships ensure that graduates possess the specific skills required by local industries, reducing training costs for employers and increasing employment opportunities for residents. The integration of academic training with workforce development creates a pipeline of qualified candidates ready to contribute immediately to company operations.

By integrating higher education, veteran resources, and workforce development, the Southern California Wine Country region offers companies a deep, resilient labor pool, making it attractive for expansion or relocation while providing residents long-term career mobility. This comprehensive approach addresses both immediate hiring needs and long-term talent development, creating sustainable economic growth for the region. Companies considering relocation or expansion can access detailed information about these workforce advantages through the organization's website at SoCalWineCountryEDC.com.

The Southern California Wine Country EDC is a nonprofit economic-development organization serving Temecula, Menifee, Lake Elsinore and southwestern Riverside County. For more than 30 years, the EDC has helped businesses relocate, expand or start up in one of Southern California's fastest-growing and most strategic regions. Leveraging partnerships, incentives and a business-friendly environment, the EDC is committed to fostering sustainable growth, innovation and quality of life. The organization's focus on workforce development as a competitive advantage represents a strategic approach to economic development that benefits both businesses and community members through increased employment opportunities and career advancement pathways.