#SAMCEDAonTheMove - September 2025

September’s events offered valuable insights and information, bringing people together by supporting continued progress on key issues.

SAMCEDA's activities include:

Check out #SAMCEDAonTheMove to see past events and activities. 

Gilead’s Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing (PDM) Technical Development Center Groundbreaking Ceremony

Gilead marked a significant milestone in the development of its new Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing (PDM) Technical Development Center with a groundbreaking ceremony held at its headquarters in Foster City. 

Spanning 182,000 square feet of lab and office space, the five-story facility is designed to enhance the company’s capabilities in oncology, inflammation, and protein therapeutics process development. It also included flexible space to accommodate future growth and emerging scientific needs.

Set to open in the second quarter of 2027, the facility marked a significant advancement in Gilead’s mission to drive global health innovation.


[ Gilead's latest construction development, the Pharmaceutical Development
and Manufacturing (PDM) Technical Development Center ]


[ California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis
highlights the significance of the milestone ]

Supervisor Lisa Gauthier’s Climate Resilience Roundtable with Zambia Delegation

San Mateo County’s District 4’s Supervisor Lisa Gauthier hosted a roundtable discussion with a delegation from Zambia, alongside San Mateo County elected officials, community members, and business leaders, to explore sustainable infrastructure and climate innovation.

The Zambian delegation visited San Mateo County to learn from its approaches to sustainable development and climate-forward initiatives.

The roundtable highlighted the County’s leadership in green civic design and innovation, while also emphasizing the critical role of business and economic leadership in driving these efforts forward.


[ San Mateo County's elected officials, community leaders,
and the Zambian delegation ]

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s AI Implications for Workforce Development and Economic Mobility

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s EmergingTech Economic Research Network (EERN) hosted a discussion exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping workforce development and influencing pathways to economic advancement.

Held at its headquarters in San Francisco, the event examined how AI technologies affect labor markets, particularly for low- and moderate-income workers. 

Through expert insights and research, the session aimed to shed light on emerging trends and the challenges and opportunities they present for building a more inclusive economic future.

The recording of the show can be found here.


[ From left to right: Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Laura Choi, Bina Patel Shrimali, Elizabeth Kneebone, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's Sarah Miller, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Mary C. Daly, Clackamas Community College's Armetta Burney, JVS Bay Area's Lisa Countryman-Quiroz, Utah System of Higher Education's Jimmy McDonough, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Natalie Holmes ]

[ Watch the recording here ] 

City of South San Francisco’s What's Happening East of 101? Speaker Series featuring Genentech

As a highlight of the City of South San Francisco’s recent What's Happening East of 101? A Biotech Speaker Series, Genentech was spotlighted for its legacy and leadership in biotechnology.

From its historic beginnings in South San Francisco to its ongoing innovations, Genentech has been instrumental in advancing healthcare and making a lasting impact locally and around the world.

Attendees gained valuable insights from Dr. Nicole Richie, Vice President and Global Head of Health Impact & Population Science at Genentech, on the advancement of inclusive research and its critical role in driving equitable healthcare outcomes.


[ City of South San Francisco's 
What's Happening East of 101? A Biotech Speaker Series ] 


[ SAMCEDA's Chair and Genentech's Ariane Hogan welcomes attendees ]


[ Genentech's Dr. Nicole Richie addresses the advancement of inclusive research ]

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Regional Conversations: Bay Area Housing Supply & Affordability

At its San Francisco headquarters, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco brought together leading researchers and local housing experts for a compelling session on the Bay Area’s housing supply and affordability. 

The event shined a spotlight on the urgent housing challenges facing the region and inspiring collaborative efforts to address them.

The recording of the show can be found here.


[ From left to right: Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Laura Choi & Sylvain Leduc, Sunset Development Company's Alex Mehran, Sr., Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Elizabeth Kneebone & John Mondragon, Related California's Ann Silverberg ]

[ Watch the recording here ]

Foster City Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Peninsula

The Foster City Chamber of Commerce held its inaugural State of the Peninsula event, bringing together leaders from government, business, tourism, and economic development for a timely and solution-focused discussion about the future of San Mateo County at the Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo in Foster City.

The conversation covered important topics including housing, workforce development, tourism, regional messaging, and strategies to promote long-term economic vitality in the region.


[ The inaugural event was held at the 
Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo in Foster City ]


[ SAMCEDA's Rosanne Foust presenting on SAMCEDA's
history and influence in San Mateo County ]

Grand Boulevard Initiative’s Task Force Meeting

The Grand Boulevard Initiative (GBI), recently revitalized with renewed energy, is focused on transforming the future of mobility along El Camino Real.

At the GBI Task Force meeting at Library Parks and Recreation Center in South San Francisco, city representatives and key stakeholders came together to review project updates and hear panel discussions.


[ [ The GBI Task Force Meeting was held at the Library Parks and Recreation Center
in South San Francisco ]


[ From left to right: Metropolitan Transportation Commission's Adam Crenshaw & Joel Shaffer, Caltrans' Zhongping (John) Xu, C/CAG's Jeff Lacap, San Mateo County Transportation Authority's Patrick Gilster, and SamTrans' Heather Salem ]

HEART of San Mateo County’s Housing on Tap

HEART of San Mateo County’s annual event, Housing on Tap highlighted HEART's workforce housing model at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company in San Carlos.

Community leaders, elected officials, and housing advocates heard from guest speakers share their first-hand insights on creating affordable homes for our communities.


[ HEART of San Mateo County's Armando Sanchez presenting
HEART's latest updates and initiatives ]

Leadership Council San Mateo County’s Welcome Reception for Class of 2026

Leadership Council San Mateo County kicked off the Class of 2026 with a welcome reception, marking the start of a 10-month leadership program for the incoming cohorts at the Burlingame Community Center in Burlingame.

Alumni of the Emerging Leaders and Leadership CORPS programs gathered at the event to reunite with peers and warmly welcome the incoming class. 

One Life Counseling Center’s 10-Year Night of Inspiration

The Night of Inspiration served as One Life Counseling Center’s signature fundraising event, uniting community leaders, mental health advocates, and dedicated supporters for an evening of connection, hope, and transformation at Domenico Winery in San Carlos.

This year marked the celebration of 10 years of strength, endurance, and stability, reflecting on the many lives impacted and looking ahead to expanding the organization’s reach.


[ SAMCEDA's Rosanne Foust, C3 AI's Julia Moore,
Chamber San Mateo County's Amy Buckmaster ]


[ The fundraising event was held in Domenico Winery in San Carlos ]

Pacific Coast Fog Fest

Since its founding in 1986, the Pacific Coast Fog Fest has become a beloved annual celebration of Pacifica’s vibrant community and breathtaking coastline. 

Held on the last full weekend of September, the festival draws visitors from near and far to experience the city’s unique charm.

Attendees explore a variety of arts and crafts booths, delicious food and beverages, enjoy live music and entertainment, and participate in family-friendly activities.

 
[ From left to right: County of San Mateo's Commission on the Status of Women's Commissioners: Larisa Ocañada, Nirmala Bandrapalli, and Ann Girard ]


[ The Recology of the Coast Stage brought live music to the festival ]

Rare Disease Roundtable Rep. Diana DeGette and Rep. Kevin Mullin

Congressman Kevin Mullin (D-CA-15), a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congresswoman Diana DeGette (D-CO), Ranking Member of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, hosted a roundtable discussion on rare diseases at Ultragenyx in Brisbane. 

The event highlighted groundbreaking rare disease treatments emerging from California’s life sciences sector and explored key policies essential to advancing these innovations and ensuring patient access to life-changing therapies.


[ Congressman Kevin Mullin, Congresswoman Diana DeGette, and
attendees gathered at Ultragenyx in Brisbane ]

SAMCEDA and Chamber San Mateo County’s 12th Annual Birdies for Business Golf Tournament

Chamber San Mateo County and SAMCEDA hosted the 12th Annual Birdies for Business Golf Tournament at the renowned Stanford Golf Course.

The event provided a unique opportunity for members, partners, and community leaders to connect while raising critical funds to support ongoing programs and initiatives that promote economic development and regional vitality across San Mateo County.


[ Golfers enjoyed the day at the exclusive Stanford Golf Course ]


[ From registration to introductions, the day begins with connections off the fairway ]


[ From left to right: SAMCEDA's Rosanne Foust, Chamber San Mateo County's
Amy Buckmaster, SAMCEDA's Larisa Ocañada, Chamber San Mateo County's Felicia Basques ]

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center’s Small Business BIG IMPACT

Held at City View at Metreon in San Francisco, the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center’s Small Business BIG IMPACT gala offered a lively celebration of Bay Area entrepreneurs and their contributions to the local economy while celebrating its 40th anniversary,

The event showcased a bustling marketplace filled with unique products, food, and beverages from Renaissance-supported businesses.

It also honored three standout entrepreneurs for their exceptional contributions to their communities and the meaningful impact of their work.


[ Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center’s Sharon Miller kicks off the program ] 


[ The 40th anniversary celebration was held at City View at Metreon in San Francisco ]


[ Chula SF's Claudia proudly showcases her products at the marketplace ]

Check out #SAMCEDAonTheMove to see past events and activities.