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Silos to Systems

Transforming a Bedroom Community into an Employment Center — a Case Study from the Economic Recovery Corps Fellowship

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The Heart of Innovation

Antioch, California

Approach

Our 
Story

Regional Economic Transformation

What does it take to transform a bedroom community into an employment center? From 2024–2026, a fellow–host partnership developed through the Economic Recovery Corps applied an ecosystem-building approach to address long-standing economic disparities and grow local jobs in Antioch, California. This case study distills the strategies, outcomes, and lessons that can guide regional economic transformation.

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Media

Why Antioch?

Q&A featured in the Business Facilities magazine.

Catalyzing Change

An article about our approach by the National League of Cities.

2024 Outcomes Report

A video summarizing our work in Year One of the project.

Appalachia Meets World

A podcast interview hosted by "fellow fellow" Will Warren.

Work Together Fund

Announcement of economic mobility grant program.

Brownfields Assessment Coalition

Press release for regional brownfields assessment grant.

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