Welcome to the Workforce Development Board

The City of Los Angeles Workforce Development Board annually manages more than $50 million in public funds to build the LA economy and improve the quality of life for every community member.

Annual Plan Year 26 Draft One
Year 26 Annual Plan

The Year 2025-26 Draft One Annual Plan is available for review and comment through May 7, 2025. The public, job seekers, non-profit service organizations, employers and the business community are strongly encouraged to provide comments on the plan and its proposed strategies.

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ProcureLA
ProcureLA

The Procure LA Program provides free services and resources to equip small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to acquire City contracts. This is a unique opportunity to seize opportunities in anticipation of the many major upcoming sporting events.

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Legacy Business
Legacy Business Program

The Legacy Business initiative is designed to support the visibility, patronage, and sustainability of deep-rooted small businesses by fostering economic empowerment through tangible benefits such as digital marketing, modern B2C business model, and access to capital and grants.

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LA:RISE
LA:RISE Program

LA:RISE (LA Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise) is a collaborative initiative that connects workforce agencies, employment social enterprises, and supportive services to help individuals with significant employment barriers secure jobs and build sustainable careers.

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LA Optimized 2.0
LA Optimized 2.0

LA Optimized 2.0 is an innovative program dedicated to boosting the visibility and impact of businesses within the City of Los Angeles through digital marketing resources. The team helps businesses to build and strengthen their digital presence through a variety of free services!

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JEDI Zones
JEDI Zones

The JEDI (Jobs and Economic Development Incentive) Zones program provides economic development support in underserved LA communities by promoting and expanding local businesses, resulting in greater employment opportunities, and more financially secure communities.

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Employers & Business

BusinessSource Centers help local businesses, entrepreneurs and developers through a variety of services
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Job Seekers

WorkSource centers are located across LA City specifically designed to help our community members find and stay employed
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Youth

YouthSource Centers help our young people with education, skills training and career guidance at every stage of their path
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