The 13th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Award winners will be announced live at the Awards and Holiday Reception on December 6, 2023 in Irvine. The Awards recognize outstanding public agencies for implementing policies and programs that cut through red tape, eliminate barriers to economic growth and open the door to private sector jobs creation. Below are the 2023 nominees for each of the six award categories.
The 13th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Award winners have been announced! The Awards recognize outstanding public agencies for implementing policies and programs that cut through red tape, eliminate barriers to economic growth and open the door to private sector jobs creation. Below are the 2023 Winners and Honorable Mentions for each of the six award categories.
Dec112023 Dec 11, 2023 The U.S. Department of Labor has approved OC Pathways’—the Orange County Department of Education’s career technical education (CTE) program—newly launched apprenticeship program. The program, led by a countywide consortium of industry leaders and organizations, aligns with Gov. Newsom’s statewide goal to create 500,000 apprenticeships by 2029. The U.S. Department of Labor’s approval, during National Apprenticeship Week, highlights OC Pathway’s efforts to expand apprenticeship courses for learners, creating talent pipelines while supporting the economy and underserved communities.
Dec112023 Dec 11, 2023 Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) was recognized by National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) 2022 Utility Green Pricing Program as one of the top U.S. green power providers in 2022. Also known as a Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), OCPA exceeded the mandatory state requirements for the purchase of renewable energy as well as its voluntary renewable energy goals for retail service during its first year. OCPA serves over 230,000 customers in Orange County offering clean energy from solar, wind, biomass, geothermal and hydroelectric sources.
Dec112023 Dec 11, 2023 Transportation leaders and elected officials marked the completion of the Orange County Transportation Authority’s (OCTA) I-405 Improvement Project on Dec. 1. The opening of a new lane in each direction, and the 405 Express Lanes, aims to improve travel times along one of the nation’s busiest highways. Constructed in cooperation with the California Department of Transportation, the I-405 Improvement Project was part of Measure M, Orange County’s half-cent sales tax for transportation. The largest undertaking in OCTA’s history, the project is expected to improve travel times along this 16-mile stretch of freeway and accommodate expected growth in employment, population and housing throughout the region
Dec112023 Dec 11, 2023 Congratulations to the winners and honorable mentions of OCBC’s 13th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards. With six categories, the awards program recognizes public agencies and leaders for implementing policies and programs that cut through red tape, eliminate barriers to economic growth and open doors to private sector jobs creation in Orange County. Winners were selected by a diverse committee of business and city leaders, chaired by Mark Taylor of The Boeing Company and OCBC Board member. Click here to view the full list of winners and honorable mentions recently announced in Irvine. The 13th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards Reception was made possible through the generosity of silver sponsors The Boeing Company, CalOptima Health, Orange County Department of Education, Spectrum and Verizon, and supporter sponsors Brookfield Residential, City of Santa Ana, Kaiser Permanente, Orange County Power Authority and SoCalGas. Photo gallery coming soon here.
December 6, 2023
Which local agencies are cutting red tape and supporting Orange County’s growth? Join us as we recognize outstanding local agencies, leaders, programs and public private partnerships that cut through red tape and encourage jobs and economic growth in Orange County. Following the awards ceremony, stay for OCBC’s Holiday Reception to celebrate another successful year and the holiday season!
October 19, 2023
A collaboration between California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) and Orange County Business Council, the highly anticipated Economic Forecast Conference features leading CSUF economists Dr. Anil Puri and Dr. Mira Farka. The nationally recognized economists share insights each year into the current economic environment regionally and nationwide. The annual event also marks the release of the CSUF Economic Forecast Report.
September 12, 2023
Orange County Business Council’s First Responders Dinner recognizes the courageous first responders who protect and serve the businesses, residents and visitors of Orange County. It’s through their commitment that our county is able to preserve its standard of living and vibrant economy. Honorees from fire, law enforcement and health care are recognized for their heroic efforts. A panel discussion between law enforcement and health care leaders addressing critical issues impacting our communities, and how the business community can come alongside to support their initiatives, concludes the evening.
August 16, 2023
OCBC’s Health Care Forum features CEOs, presidents and executives from Orange County’s largest hospitals and health care systems who discuss innovations and critical issues effecting the industry, employers and residents in the nation’s sixth largest county.
Orange County Business Council represents and promotes the business community, working with government and academia, to enhance the economic development of the nation’s sixth largest county.
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