By: Reportable
January 26, 2026
SoCal Wine Country EDC Promotes Skilled Workforce and Veteran Population as Competitive Advantage
Temecula, CA – January 26, 2026
The SoCal Wine Country Economic Development Council (EDC) is highlighting a powerful workforce advantage fueling the region’s continued expansion in manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, and life sciences: a robust talent ecosystem supported by higher education partnerships and a large, highly skilled veteran population.
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Key Takeaways:- The Southern California Wine Country region has one of the highest concentrations of veterans in California, supplying industries such as cybersecurity, defense, and manufacturing with experienced professionals known for leadership, technical expertise, and strong work ethic.
- Southern California Wine Country EDC's collaborations with Cal State San Marcos, Mt. San Jacinto College, and regional trade colleges align academic programs with employer needs, producing job-ready talent for high-growth sectors like aerospace, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and life sciences.
- By integrating higher education, veteran resources, and workforce development, the Southern California Wine Country region offers companies a deep, resilient labor pool, making it attractive for expansion or relocation while providing residents long-term career mobility.
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The Southern California Wine Country EDC is a nonprofit economic-development organization serving Temecula, Menifee, Lake Elsinore and southwestern Riverside County. For more than 30 years, the EDC has helped businesses relocate, expand or start up in one of Southern California’s fastest-growing and most strategic regions. Leveraging partnerships, incentives and a business-friendly environment, the EDC is committed to fostering sustainable growth, innovation and quality of life. SoCalWineCountryEDC.com
Contacts:Liselle DeGrave, APR
951-764-0865
Liselle@DeGravePR.com
Source: Southern California Wine Country EDC
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