Last week, IEGO had the incredible opportunity to visit California State University-San Bernardino’s Center for Cyber & AI, where we met with Tony Coulson and Erinea House to learn more about the impactful programs and resources available to students. We had insightful discussions about the workforce needs, opportunities, and challenges shaping the cybersecurity industry across the region. A highlight of our visit was hearing from students Racheal Duru, Christian Magana, Brandon Gray, and Friday Kriedeman about their projects and focus areas—it's inspiring to see the next generation of cybersecurity leaders in action! A huge thank you to Scott Young for joining us and to the Center for Cyber & AI for hosting us. We’re excited to continue supporting and collaborating on efforts to grow the cybersecurity talent pipeline in the Inland Empire! #IEGO #InlandEmpire #Cybersecurity
Inland Economic Growth & Opportunity (IEGO)
Non-profit Organizations
Riverside, CA 467 followers
Inclusive Economic Development for ALL Riverside and San Bernardino County residents
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IEGO is a regional, multi-sector approach to Economic Development. We are a network of over 50 organizations serving the two-county Inland Empire region with a focus on existing and emerging clusters in Future Sustainable Logistics, Advanced Manufacturing, Cybersecurity/IT and Green Technology. We do Economic Development differently by centering our collective energy on triple bottom line strategies that foster sustainability, innovation and equity. Our impact is measured in improvements to workforce development, entrepreneurship, business development, quality of life, place, poverty reduction and advances in wealth development, diversity and inclusion. IEGO believes a Cluster-Based approach to inclusive economic development is the fastest road to advance opportunity for residents and business in the Inland Empire. Brookings defines “industry clusters” as “groups of firms that gain a competitive advantage through local proximity and interdependence.” A cluster-based approach—to create a geographic concentration of related companies and other organizations in a field—is distinct from sector development, which targets the growth of just one existing industry. As Brookings has observed in other regions, developing an industry cluster generates greater productivity and innovation, higher wages and more entrepreneurial activity than developing a single industry sector.
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Employees at Inland Economic Growth & Opportunity (IEGO)
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Christy Tran, MPA
Industry Engagement Manager at IEGO | Advancing Economic Development, Business Development & Community Resilience
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Daniela Terrones
Future Leaders Program Intern at IEGO
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Elizabeth Anderson
Marketing & Communications Coordinator at IEGO
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Suzanna Sotelo
Coordinator @ IEGO | Community Relations
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What’s Happening in the Inland Empire Job Market? The unemployment rate remains 5.5%, but the region lost 6,200 jobs in February. While education and healthcare are growing, transportation and retail continue to decline. What does this mean for workers and the local economy? Find out in our latest analysis. Click the link to read more! https://lnkd.in/gCfDgdRP #IEGO #InlandEmpire #EconomicInsights #IEJobMarket
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Matt had the opportunity to speak at an event hosted by the Manufacturers' Council of the Inland Empire at Walker Manufacturing Group in Ontario, where he shared key insights from surveys taken by manufacturers. Meanwhile, in Riverside, Kelby moderated the "Charging Our Region" panel at Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN)'s Energy and Infrastructure Sector Showcase, featuring Kurt Augsburger from San Bernardino Community College District and Juan Ignacio Artola from Voltu Motor Inc. We’re grateful for the chance to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones across the Inland Empire! #IEGO #InlandEmpire
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IEGO Executive Director Matthew Mena joins Madison Aument on 91.9 KVCR’s Economics IE to discuss the latest IE Labor Market Pulse. Mena provides insight into seasonal job losses, the impact of population changes, and the future of job growth in key sectors like manufacturing, clean technology, and cybersecurity. Listen to the full segment to hear more about the Inland Empire's labor market trends! #IEGO #InlandEmpire #EmploymentTrends
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The latest IE Labor Market Pulse reveals a drop in unemployment. Significant job losses impacted multiple industries, with the transportation & warehousing and construction sectors being the hardest hit. Find out what’s driving these changes and what they mean for workers and businesses in the region. Plus, learn why growth is expected in the coming months despite recent job losses. Click the link to read more! https://lnkd.in/dKJthEQw #IEGO #InlandEmpire #EmploymentTrends
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Celebrating the Best New Teams of the Mayors Cyber Cup! A huge shoutout to the incredible Best New Teams—teams made up of all first-time competitors who rose to the challenge and showcased outstanding cyber skills! College Division: Chaffey Celestial Dragons – Chaffey College High School Division: Code X Encryption – Canyon Springs High School Middle School Division: Richardson Tigers – Richardson PREP HI Middle School Their hard work, dedication, and teamwork have set the bar high for future competitors. The future of cybersecurity in the Inland Empire is strong, thanks to these talented students! #IEGO #InlandEmpire #IEMayorsCup #Cybersecurity
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We’re proud to see the Inland Empire recognized as a leader in apprenticeship programs! With 13,262 active apprentices, the Inland Empire is demonstrating that skills-based training is a powerful driver of economic mobility. Collaboration between community colleges, workforce development boards, Inland Empire Labor Institute (IELI) and intermediaries like LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network (LAUNCH) has been instrumental in building strong apprenticeship pathways. As we look ahead, expanding access, especially for underrepresented groups, and growing opportunities in fields like healthcare, advanced manufacturing, IT/cybersecurity, and clean technology will be essential. #IEGO #InlandEmpire #Apprenticeships #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicMobility #CareerPathways
The San Bernardino Sun featured this commentary on the immense value of apprenticeship programs as well as the Inland Empire's leadership in helping more businesses and residents to benefit from these programs. Great to work with Matthew Mena and Andy Hall to develop this commentary based on the work by the Center of Excellence. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dW6v7pg3 Full Report: https://lnkd.in/dDhNdkwc
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Congratulations to San Bernardino Valley College on the grand opening of their new Applied Technology Building! This cutting-edge facility enhances and expands hands-on training for Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, including: - Automotive Technology (Traditional, Hybrid, & EV) - Solar Technology - Heavy Duty/Medium Trucks - HVAC & Refrigeration - CNC Machining - Water Technology - Electricity & Electronics - Industrial Automation By providing state-of-the-art labs and resources, this building supports workforce development and prepares students for high-demand careers in the Inland Empire. A major step forward for CTE programs and the community! #IEGO #InlandEmpire #SBVC #CareerEducation #WorkforceDevelopment
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We are incredibly proud to have powered the 2025 Inland Empire California Mayors Cyber Cup and to witness the remarkable turnout of participants. A huge thank you to the sponsors, partners, and speakers who helped make this event possible, and congratulations to all the students who stepped up to challenge themselves in this exciting competition. The future of cybersecurity is bright, and we are honored to play a role in fostering the next generation of cyber talent in the Inland Empire! #IEGO #InlandEmpire #IEMayorsCup #CyberEducation #CyberCompetitions #Cybersecurity
CTE Cyber Pathway Instructor, MVUSD/Moreno Valley College Inaugural Presidential Cybersecurity Educator of the Year, 2020
Special thank you to the Inland Economic Growth & Opportunity (IEGO) team and all of our incredible #Sponsors and #Partners who made the 2025 Inland Empire / California Mayors Cyber Cup an incredible experience for all who participated. 2025 set new records as we had 38 schools, 143 teams, 382 students, and 15 new schools participating for the first time. 46% of the Middle School, High School, and College participants were competing in their first cybersecurity competition. Each participant challenged themselves in the #CyberSkyline competition platform and trained via the gymnasium on #OpenSourceIntelligence, #Cryptography, #LogAnalysis, #Forensics, #Linux, and #NetworkAnalysis. Additionally, many attended special training sessions with Ben Crenshaw, MSCIA of Work ED. Thank you Ben for creating a highly engaging and informative learning environment for all. The team behind the teams making it possible was our incredible academic partner, synED.org led by Scott Young and Teana Fredeen who facilitated the entire organizational structure and livestream of the event. Special appreciation to Franz Payer, Matthew Mena, Skip Berry CISSP, Mariann Johnson, MBA and Lt. LaMar Carson, California Air National Guard for sharing their knowledge and insights during our Fireside Chat. Together, we made it possible for students to experience incredible work-based learning, manage stress levels, effective collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving. Yes, harnessing real 21st Century in demand skills! Words can not convey my gratitude enough to each of you and how proud I am of all our cyber scholars and future cyber workforce. #SanBernardinoCountySchools, #RCOE, #MVUSD, #RCCD, #IEDRC, #TomorrowsTalent, #CTEEducation, #Cybersecurity, #cybereducation, #cybercompetitions, #NICE, #NIST, #CISA
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Join Us for the Mayors Cyber Cup Competition! The highly anticipated Mayors Cyber Cup Competition is happening this Saturday, March 8th! We're thrilled to unite students and professionals for an action-packed day of excitement, competition, and fun. As we count down to the big day, explore our Cyber Nuggets series—your go-to resource for expert insights into cybersecurity careers. With a diverse lineup of guests and topics, it’s the perfect way to expand your knowledge and stay ahead in the field. Click the link to learn more about the Mayors Cyber Cup Competition and the Cyber Nuggets series! https://lnkd.in/gEJExavi #IEGO #InlandEmpire #IEMayorsCup #Cybersecurity
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