CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST

An innovative + forward-focused economy within reach

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Welcome to Reach

The West Coast launchpad for commercial space and clean energy innovation

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A thriving hub of high tech and global companies

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A talent pipeline fueled by top-ranked engineering + stem programs

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A central location with hassle-free access to major markets

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A coastal paradise with unmatched quality of life

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It’s All Within Reach on California’s Central Coast — San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties

A Prime Frontier for Aerospace

Anchored by the nation’s West Coast space launch site at Vandenberg SFB, the region is gaining altitude as a leader in the new commercial space age and advanced air mobility innovation.

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A Prime Frontier for Aerospace

Anchored by the nation’s West Coast space launch site at Vandenberg SFB, the region is gaining altitude as a leader in the new commercial space age and advanced air mobility innovation.

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A Clean Energy Powerhouse

A longtime trailblazer of clean energy generation and environmental stewardship, the Central Coast is home to unique energy energy assets and a burgeoning hub of cleantech innovation.

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Powering the future of high tech

Among the world's most concentrated research and innovation hubs, the Central Coast plays a big role in developing leading-edge tech, from quantum computing and semiconductors to chips and microelectronics.

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The Numbers

California’s Central Coast offers all the ingredients for business growth.

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stress-free airports with dozens of direct flights connecting you to hundreds of destinations
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annual engineering and science grads from Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo and UC-Santa Barbara
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cities and dozens of communities with a robust network of assets and amenities

Key Industries

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Space + Aerospace

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Cleantech + Energy

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Technology + Innovation

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Precision Manufacturing

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Agtech

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Offshore Wind

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Health + Life Sciences

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Building + Construction

About

We are a regional economic action coalition uniting public, private and civic leaders across the Central Coast.

Our vision is a sustainable, inclusive economy with opportunities for all residents to enjoy productive, fulfilling lives.

About Reach

Our Investors

Abbott Reed logo
Astound Business Solutions logo
ATSU logo
Charter Communications logo
Garing, Taylor & Associates logo
Laurus College logo
Lea Braze Engineering
Miravista Holdings homepage logo
Plumbers and Steamfitters 403 logo
Richards Ranch logo
SpaceX logo
Verizon wireless logo
Z Villages Real Estate logo
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Explore our work

Dive into the initiatives bolstering a resilient Central Coast economy

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Join the movement

Discover how you can be part of building a stronger Central Coast

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Get to know REACH

Find out more about the mission, team, partners and engagement bodies

Help us build a stronger Central Coast

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