Kern Economic Development Corporation
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Kern Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit organization based in Bakersfield, California, established in 1988 as a public-private partnership dedicated to stimulating a diversified and robust economy in Kern County. It serves as a catalyst for economic growth by attracting new business opportunities and supporting the retention and expansion of existing firms, offering services such as workforce development, market data, site assistance, and economic incentives to qualified businesses considering relocation or expansion in the region. The organization targets a range of industries, including aerospace and defense, energy and natural resources, healthcare services, transportation and logistics with advanced manufacturing, and value-added agriculture. By providing information, support, and incentives to businesses within these sectors, Kern EDC aims to enhance the county’s economic climate and connectivity among public and private stakeholders.