Diablo Innovation Alliance

The Diablo Innovation Alliance is a membership-driven initiative focused on emerging clean technology sectors that drive regional economic growth and job creation in the greater East Bay. Led by the Contra Costa Economic Partnership, our leadership team is reaching out to individuals and organizations with a vision of innovation and collaboration. The alliance was formed in fall 2010. Our region in Northern California includes the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa and Solano, which lie just east of San Francisco, southwest of Sacramento, and north of Silicon Valley.

Cluster Organization

Serving as a "cluster organization," the Diablo Innovation Alliance brings together all interested stakeholders-research institutions, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, investors, workforce development organizations, higher education, professional service providers, specialized suppliers, government, and business organizations-to build on regional competitive advantages that enhance the productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness of local businesses in the cleantech sector New industries often struggle without the support of common elements that innovative regions afford them, such as cutting-edge research, technology commercialization programs, specialized education and workforce training programs, well-developed supply chains, common marketing channels, networking venues, and policy development forums. Cluster organizations make it easier for emerging and established companies to assert themselves in their respective markets by building the business networks and public-policy environment that supports industry cluster growth.

Advocacy, Promotion, and Assistance

The mission of the Diablo Innovation Alliance is to facilitate the growth and competitiveness of the clean energy and water technology sectors in the greater East Bay through public policy advocacy, cluster promotion, and business assistance. By building upon the region's foundation of innovative research, a strong talent base, and core companies, we expect various clean technology sectors to become a powerful economic engine that will drive the regional economy, create high-quality jobs, and address global environmental challenges.

For more information, contact:

Terry Shoaff Executive Vice President 925-246-1880

Contra Costa Council

http://www.contracostacouncil.org