About Economic Development

The Economic Development Department (EDD) leads the City’s efforts in Real Estate Services, Airport Operations, Cultural Affairs, Community and Business Engagement, and Strategic Partnerships. EDD implements four key goal areas as identified in the Economic Development Strategy: 1) Support workers and families, 2) Support small and local businesses, 3) Bolster trade and innovation, and 4) Strengthen neighborhoods. New addition to EDD occurred mid-year in Fiscal Year 2025, the Cultural Affairs department was consolidated as a division under EDD, which is responsible for advancing arts, culture, creativity, and related activities and industries in San Diego. 

As EDD looks to highlight the activities during the last fiscal year, this page will be updated annually to better reflect the many accomplishments. As we prepare to update this page, you can take a look at our News feed with recent activities:

https://www.sandiego.gov/economic-development/news

Contact Us

The City of San Diego continually strives to improve its economic development programs to provide the best assistance to businesses. If you are interested in joining the Economic Development Team, please visit the Job Openings page.

The City welcomes inquiries, comments and questions from the public.