Glendale, CA fosters a strong startup economy with its Ecosystem for Tech Start-Ups initiative
Glendale, CA Ecosystem for Tech Start-Ups Strong Economy
The city created the GETS initiative to support existing startups while making Glendale attractive to new ventures. A Relationship Initiation Team works with local entrepreneurs to design city services for the tech industry. An annual Pitchfest event rewards innovative startups who impress a panel of investors. The city's Start-Up Tech Accelerator Program provides ongoing guidance, networking opportunities, and free retail space to new startups.
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League of California Cities Recognizes Glendale for Fostering Ecosystem of Innovation
City of Glendale, CA | News
Glendale officials take steps to foster local tech economy - Los Angeles Times
Glendale officials are moving forward with plans to launch a local tech accelerator intended to help grow regional startups with a $1 million state grant by the end of the year.
Project Succeeded
Glendale received the Helen Putnam Award of Excellence for Community Services and Economic Development during the 2020 League of California Cities Annual Conference. The ecosystem has attracted more than 2,200 members for its monthly discussion series.
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