Account of Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development @US_EDA.
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I’m proud to announce that EDA is awarding $53M in #BuildToScale grants to organizations supporting #tech entrepreneurs, #innovation, and local #EconomicDevelopment! Meet the 10th annual cohort of Build to Scale awardees: bit.ly/472Wlb5
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Happy Native American Heritage Month! We’re proud to honor the history, culture, and achievements of Indigenous people throughout the year. Get connected with EDA’s official Tribal Community Support:👉 bit.ly/3tNQXdd
ALT On a backdrop of mountains, text reads, ”National Native American Heritage Month.”
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
8 Nov 2023
"The Tech Hubs program is a critical component of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, catalyzing investment in technologies critical to economic growth, national security, and job creation." - @AsstSecCastillo
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🗣 “With the designation of 31 #EDATechHubs, we believe that these regions have the capabilities to become global centers of #innovation and #job creators with this boost of attention and resources from the federal government.” - @AsstSecCastillo
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ALT Tech Hubs Designation Map. Visit link for details.
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
25 Oct 2023
Live now at FP's Her Power 2023: @AsstSecCastillo, Qualcomm senior vice president Laurie Self, and @uspto's Kathi Vidal join FP's Allison Carlson for a panel on unlocking the potential of women innovators. x.com/i/broadcasts/1YqKDgWqW…
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The #TechHubs program is an investment in our nation's future. EDA has designated 31 Tech Hubs that are expected to transform into globally competitive #technology #innovation centers over time: youtu.be/5THDSWlsvTs
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
23 Oct 2023
The Biden-Harris administration, through @CommerceGov’s @US_EDA, announced the designation of 31 Tech Hubs in regions across the country.
These #EDATechHubs are located across 32 states & Puerto Rico & represent a cross-section of urban & rural regions. commerce.gov/news/press-rele…
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#NEWS: Designees announced as part of Phase 1 of the EDA #TechHubs program! #EDATechHubs ensures that the industries of the future—and their good #jobs—start, grow, and remain in the US: bit.ly/3s5fgTu
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#BREAKING: EDA @CommerceGov announced 31 #TechHubs to supercharge local economies & transform regions into globally competitive innovation centers. Learn how #EDATechHubs are laying the groundwork for U.S. global economic leadership: 👉 bit.ly/3s5fgTu
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Today, @SecRaimondo and I are proud to announce the inaugural @US_EDA #TechHubs designees. The #EDATechHubs program is strengthening U.S. economic & national security by investing in innovative regions around the nation: bit.ly/3s5fgTu
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During #MFGMonth, we're delivering $13.5M to support U.S. manufacturers! 🗣“#Manufacturing grows good-paying #jobs while creating the goods we need to keep our supply chains strong & our marketplaces globally competitive.” - @AsstSecCastillo bit.ly/46Ije2P
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U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development, @AsstSecCastillo is our keynote speaker at #FullConTech. She'll share insights on innovation, diversity in tech, and more. Join us on October 17! Register now: eventbrite.com/e/fullcontech…
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This week, @AsstSecCastillo participated in an interagency conversation to address inequities facing Native communities. We're proud to support the @WhiteHouse Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, Economic Opportunity for Native Americans. ✊
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👉Unpack #IMPACT with us! The numbers are in – EDA’s investments are resulting in transformational economic growth nationwide. Explore our Impact bulletin to get caught up on #EconomicDevelopment news and stay up to date with upcoming opportunities: bit.ly/3ZFQqG9
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
2 Oct 2023
What investments are needed to realize the vision of an inclusive innovation economy?
Join us for a cross-agency panel focused on the #FutureofWork—featuring @AsstSecCastillo, @btparton, @NSF, @ShalinJyotishi, and @McCarthyEdWork.
🗓️ RSVP 10/6 @ 12pm: bit.ly/46kqylL
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
28 Sep 2023
What investments are needed to realize the vision of an inclusive innovation economy?
Join us for a cross-agency panel focused on the #FutureofWork—featuring @AsstSecCastillo, @btparton, @NSF, @ShalinJyotishi, and @McCarthyEdWork.
🗓️ RSVP 10/6 @ 12pm: bit.ly/46kqylL
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It was an honor to join my friends at @USHCC this week for the 2023 National Conference! Hispanic Americans are vital to the economy, and the Biden Administration is focused on helping our community, and others who have been historically marginalized, move forward. #HHM
This week, @AsstSecCastillo spoke at the @USHCC National Conference, which brought together #business leaders and orgs to discuss #EconomicDevelopment during #HispanicHeritageMonth! (1/2) ⬇
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Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo (Archived) retweeted
27 Sep 2023
Join us at @NewAmerica on Oct 6 for a web panel with @NSF, @CommerceGov, and @USDOL leaders: How to Maximize Federal Investments Toward #Workforce Development in #EmergingTechnology Fields
@btparton @AsstSecCastillo @McCarthyEdWork
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Tom Conway, International President of the United @Steelworkers, was a true champion of American workers and a stronger American economy. He will be deeply missed.
25 Sep 2023
I’m saddened to hear of the passing of my friend Tom Conway, International President of the United @Steelworkers. Tom was a stalwart champion of American industry and a relentless advocate for American workers. I’m keeping his loved ones in my prayers at this difficult time.
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