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Kern Economic Development Corporation (Kern EDC) is a public-private partnership that brings together private businesses, education, elected officials, and non-profit organizations for the purpose of a single goal: creating a strong and diverse economy for Kern County. Kern EDC promotes the region to businesses looking for areas to expand, and works with existing local businesses to ensure they have what they need to thrive and grow here in Kern County.

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Kern EDC “Where Business is Boundless”

TV Series

This week’s episode of Where Business is Boundless spotlighted the City of Shafter, featuring updates from City Manager Lance Lippincott and Community Services Director David Franz.

The conversation covered Shafter’s recognition as California’s fastest-growing small city and as the state’s geographic population center. It also touched on the city’s newly adopted five-year economic development plan and the Wonderful Company’s continued role as a driving force in the region’s economic growth.