Lee Harrington

The Southern California Leadership Council operates primarily through the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), a nonprofit organization focused on fostering an equitable and sustainable economy in the county. The private company is based in Los Angeles, CA. LAEDC unites stakeholders from public, private, nonprofit, academic, labor, and community sectors to drive regional economic growth through collaborative initiatives in workforce development, business assistance, and industry cluster support across sectors such as aerospace, biosciences, entertainment, healthcare, trade, and logistics. Its workforce programs include partnerships with community colleges to align education with industry needs and a business assistance program offering consulting and resources to help businesses retain and create jobs. LAEDC also operates the World Trade Center, facilitating international trade and investment, and provides independent economic research and analysis through its Institute for Applied Economics. The organization produces reports on regional economic trends and major infrastructure projects and hosts events to connect investors and business leaders with opportunities in the region.