So. OC Economic Coalition

This Friday! Join us in San Clemente where we will be hosting CA State Senator Tony Strickland for a Coffee Conversation. Coffee and breakfast items provided!

Happy Holidays from the South Orange County Economic Coalition!

As we look ahead to the new year, we invite you to join us for our first Coffee Conversation of 2026! Our January Coffee Conversation will feature CA State Senator Tony Strickland. RSVP now on our website!

Next Wednesday, the SOCEC Advocacy Committee welcomes Assistant City Manager Pete Carmichael for an update on the City of Irvine. Interested in joining? Email Us at events@economiccoalition.com.

On Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting CA State Senator Catherine Blakespear in Rancho Mission Viejo for a signature SOCEC Coffee Conversation. The Senator addressed our diverse audience, thoughtfully answering questions on housing, healthcare, and wildfire insurance.

Last week we had our September Board of Directors meeting. Thank you to Capistrano Unified School District for hosting us!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Supervisor Luncheon! Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected South Orange County.

This Friday we are holding our Supervisor Luncheon in South Orange County! Come see Supervisor Don Wagner give updates on the state of the 3rd District, as well as hear from Councilman Brian Goodell about Mission Viejo's Olympics related sports and event tourism committee.

Start your morning right with SOCEC'S Coffee Conversations! This September we're featuring special guest California State Senator Catherine Blakespear (38th District). Interested in Sponsoring? Email events@economiccoalition.com.

The South Orange County Economic Coalition is proud of its membership base. Members of the coalition are heavily invested in the economic health of the region and will fight for its wellbeing.

Join us on Friday, September 5th for an exclusive Supervisor Luncheon in South Orange County featuring Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner. Secure your sponsorship or table today!

As part of our membership services, the Coalition provides a variety of advocacy support for regional and local issues throughout South Orange County! Learn more on our website.

Thank you to all of you who attended our BOD Installation & Happy Hour last week. We are honored to introduce our 2025-2026 Board of Directors!

You won't want to miss this! Join us THIS Wednesday in San Clemente for our BOD Installation & Happy Hour at 4:30 PM. RSVP on our website!

We’re proud to partner with the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce for the 3rd Annual State of the County Luncheon! RSVP online today, limited availability!

Our primary mission is to advocate for business locally in and for South Orange County. Check out our website's Advocacy page to see recent positions we have taken on issues affecting our region.

Mark your calendars! The South Orange County Economic Coalition has a full lineup of exciting events this summer and fall and you’re invited. Find out more and RSVP now at economiccoalition.com, we can’t wait to see you there!

On Friday, the South Orange County Economic Coalition hosted Coffee Conversations with California’s Assemblymember Laurie Davies who represents the 74th Assembly district. Special thanks to all business leaders in attendance for their engagement!

SOCEC Coffee Conversation THIS Friday! We’ll be discussing key advocacy items, and Assemblywoman Davies will cover important issues affecting South Orange County. RSVP on our website or email us events@economiccoalition.com

In addition to our Executive Committee, we are proud to recognize the outstanding individuals who serve on our Board At-Large, contributing their expertise and dedication to our organization’s success.