Orange County is the economic engine of Southern California, with a high-quality workforce to match. UC Irvine, CSU Fullerton, CSU Long Beach, Chapman University, Brandman University, Concordia University —and an extensive community college system— make Orange County an ideal place to live and work. Recognizing that the business community needs a workforce prepared for a 21st century global economy, OCBC works with community partners to identify the county’s educational attainment needs and develop strategic solutions, including advocating for a greater focus on S.T.E.A.M. disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math).

Through these efforts, OCBC develops the next generation of global leaders.

OCBC’s Workforce Development Committee works on several important issues pertaining to the community. They are:

OCBC’s 2016-2017 Orange County Workforce Indicators Report —a product of the research partnership between the Orange County Business Council, County of Orange, and Orange County Development Board — examines the growth of industry and employment, salary and wage trends, demographic changes and the educational attainment of Orange County students.