City of Oakland California

To set priorities, we're taking a strategic look at the big picture. We're soliciting input from the community and asking: What do we want the character of Oakland to be? What kinds of business and development projects do we want, and where should they be located?  As our strategy becomes clearer, we’ll determine what we need to do to bring that strategy to life.

We urge you to get involved! Check for meetings on the events calendar in the lower left of this page.

Our immediate priorities for economic growth

• Fuel investment in East and West Oakland
• Collaborate with the Port of Oakland to develop a single vision for developing the former Army base
• Leverage the success of our nationally respected hospitals and health care providers
• Identify land and build the infrastructure to attract larger-scale green tech and life sciences facilities
• Build a more positive relationship with our sports teams to bring people, dollars and excitement to our city

• The Oakland Structures insert in the November 25, 2011 issue of the San Francisco Business Times provides a snapshot of Oakland's vibrant economy and some of the exciting projects underway. Click here to view the insert.
• The Choose Oakland insert in the April 15, 2011, issue of the San Francisco Business Times highlights what makes Oakland a great business location. Click here to view the insert.
• City of Oakland Addresses Impacts Related to Elimination of Redevelopment Agencies Statewide
• Innovative Graffiti Abatement Program Cleans Up Oakland while Providing Training for Young Adults
• Opening of Nissan, Infiniti Dealerships Accelerates Growth along Broadway Auto Row
• Popular Free Broadway Shuttle Launches Night Service on Fridays, Saturdays
• Public Art Markers Highlight Downtown Oakland’s Historic Treasures, Build Community
• CEDA releases Oakland backs Business, a resource guide for doing business in Oakland.  
• CEDA’s Redevelopment Division won an Excellence in Economic Development Award from IEDC for the Redeveloping Oakland newsletter.

We have compiled a library of relevant business related articles on Oakland - everything from new business openings to real estate deals. Click here to visit the article library.

We're here to help your business prosper and grow in Oakland! You'll find a variety of programs and services--whether you're starting a new venture, growing your Oakland business or relocating in Oakland. A helpful guide, Oakland backs Business, lists resources for doing business in Oakland.

Oakland is California’s most strategic location for companies whose success depends on the ability to move goods and ideas quickly and seamlessly over air, water, land or cyberspace. Oakland is a renaissance city with abundant development and investment opportunities. We offer a range of locations, incentives and other resources to help locate, establish and grow your business in our city.

Learn about the eight key industries.