For Escondido’s business economy, the City’s Economic Development Department works extensively on creating the best environment for burgeoning industries that can spark innovation, solve city challenges, create jobs, and nurture future investments.

The City of Escondido Economic Development team serves as the City's business liaison. The team monitors economic data and manages programs that promote business attraction, retention and expansion.

SBDC is offering assistance to start or grow your business. Business start programs are recurring and often available on-demand as well. Watch the training to get the information you need to develop your business concept into a plan, know the legal steps, and even what you need to think about for financing.

Effective April 1, 2023, residents and businesses of Escondido were officially enrolled with a new default energy provider: Clean Energy Alliance (CEA). CEA, a locally controlled not-for-profit entity, offers clean energy options at competitive rates to power your home or business.

Escondido Public Library is partnering with the San Diego Workforce Partnership for three job readiness workshops and a career fair. The Job Readiness series is designed to help community members develop strategies and skills for potential employment opportunities.

The Escondido Legends Scholarship Program, made possible by Jack Raymond, provides $1,000 scholarships for eight seniors attending Escondido high schools. Each scholarship is linked to a the legend or legends who have contributed significantly to Escondido's history. Applications are due Thursday, June 15.

Innovate 78's weekly “Who’s Hiring in North County” jobs series allows you to scroll through innovation jobs.