@CityOfSD recently approved their Creative City plan with help from PIC’s research on the local creative economy. Creative industries employ 170,000 workers and have a $10B impact in the region. For more details, read PIC’s “Creative Economy Report” at

@CityofSanDiego recently approved their Creative City plan with help from PIC’s research on the local creative economy. Creative industries employ 170,000 workers and have a $10B impact in the region. Read PIC’s “Creative Economy Report” at

PIC’s new Senior Vice President, Alan Berube, brings decades of experience in public policy to lead our expanding impact across the U.S. Alan is based in Washington D.C., providing us with real-time data on today's politics and policies. Full bio:

PIC’s Chief Economist Dr. Daniel Enemark analyzed recent data from @CA_EDD. Despite a low unemployment rate, the reality for San Diegans is the lack of sustainable jobs. Read PIC’s research on affordability & economic equity in San Diego:

San Diego is home to more than half a million residents from Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander backgrounds. With diverse regional celebrations, we wish everyone a Happy Lunar New Year! Read more:

Happy Lunar New Year! 🐍 Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders make up 16.2% of San Diego County’s population, marking our region as the 7th largest AANHPI community in the U.S. Read more:

Nonprofits stay true to their values, even when times change. But with AI, technology moves quickly & increases risks. PIC’s @Karen Boyd spoke to @Philanthropy’s @RasheedaChil:

As we honor Martin Luther King Jr. today, we recognize the work that still needs to be done in accomplishing his vision of a united and just world. Learn more about Dr. King’s life and @TheKingCenter's ongoing work to inspire change at

Keynote speaker, financial educator and creator @KylaScan explored the #Vibesession and how lived experience plays into our economic behaviors and trust. Thank you all for joining us!

The 2nd Trump presidency is almost here. PIC’s Emily Wier and @BrookingsInst @AdieTomer shared how we can keep federal funds in San Diego. Full article in @SDUT:

Next Thurs, 1/16 📅Annual Economic Roundtable includes leaders & experts throughout SD and hosted by PIC, @SDWorkforce & @USD_Business. Keynote speaker @KylaScan will close the event with her innovative “Vibesession” concept. Register:

🎄 Happy Holidays from PIC! We appreciate our partners at @BrookingsInst, San Diego Foundation, @SanDiegoCounty and others for their support. We’re grateful for a transformative 2024 and excited for what’s ahead in 2025.

Approximately 11% of San Diegans – nearly 335,000 residents – live below the federal poverty line. PIC analyzed the data and different variables of economic needs in #SanDiegoCounty, and San Diego Foundation commissioned the report to motivate grants.

@KylaScan will share her concept, “Vibesession” – it’s the impact that emotional and psychological factors have on our financial decisions and economic behaviors. With the future of our economy in a major shift, stay ahead and join experts at the 41st Economic Roundtable.

Still working on your holiday shopping? Consider supporting a local small business. Based on PIC’s research, approximately 80% of creative businesses are small businesses and this workforce contributes $10.8B to the region’s economy. Read the report:

San Diegans see Ernest and Evelyn Rady’s legacy throughout the City, thanks to their generosity. We appreciate their support and Ernest Rady’s participation on our Board of Directors. Read the full article from @SanDiegoMag:

Locally, @BrookingsInst & PIC encouraged organizations to focus on collaboration. This includes expanding conversations with philanthropists and businesses to diversify funding opportunities and ensure their organizations can continue meeting their communities’ needs.