Lee Harrington

The Southern California Leadership Council operates as part of the county economic development corporation (LAEDC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering economic growth and resilience across the county. The private company is based in Los Angeles, CA. LAEDC serves as a central convener and catalyst by uniting public, private, nonprofit, academic, labor, and community partners to collaboratively address regional economic challenges through research, business assistance, workforce development, and strategic initiatives. Its institute for applied economics provides independent, data-driven analysis to inform policy and targeted development efforts across key industry clusters such as aerospace, biosciences, digital media and entertainment, healthcare, trade, and logistics. The organization offers comprehensive, no-cost business assistance services—including consulting, permit support, workforce resources, and access to incentives—aimed at job retention, business attraction, and expansion. LAEDC also promotes community engagement and economic inclusion through events that support small businesses and cultural institutions across diverse neighborhoods.