Economic Development News From the East Bay | February 12, 2026

East Bay Manufacturing Networks

East Bay EDA is excited to announce the latest update to the East Bay Manufacturing Map, featuring businesses driving innovation across key manufacturing subsectors. This interactive resource highlights the region’s dynamic innovation hubs and showcases the companies shaping the future of advanced manufacturing. Read on the blog.

The East Bay Innovation Awards

The East Bay Innovation Awards are next month. The 2026 Awardees have been announced, the new venue is secured, and we're excited to be joined by amazing hosts, sponsors, companies, and organizations at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts. Don't miss your chance to celebrate the best in East Bay innovation with us. Get tickets!

Touring Zoox in Hayward

East Bay EDA kicked off 2026 with an exclusive tour of the Zoox robotaxi production facility in Hayward. East Bay EDA members and partners who joined the tour got a unique glimpse into one of the Bay Area’s most advanced robotics manufacturing operations that recently opened in June 2025. Read the full story on the blog.

Celebrating Black History Month

Black History Month is a long-held tradition in the East Bay. This year is no different, led by the return of the Black Joy Parade in Oakland on February 22! Celebrations this month also include the City of Berkeley's annual event, Visit Oakland listings, Cal State East Bay events, UC Berkeley events, and more around the Bay. Happy Black History Month!

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