Valley Industry Association Celebrates an Exceptional 2024
As the Valley Industry Association (VIA) reflects on 2024, we take pride in celebrating a year marked by growth, innovation, and impactful initiatives. Our commitment to fostering collaboration and creating opportunities for our members and the community was evident through the variety of events and accomplishments achieved this year.
Events That Brought the
Community Together
In 2024, VIA hosted more than 30 events, offering diverse opportunities for professional growth, networking, and engagement:
• Luncheons – Featuring influential speakers and valuable insights into business and community trends.
• After Five Mixers – Informal yet impactful opportunities to connect and collaborate.
• Cocktails & Conversation Events – Exclusive gatherings fostering candid discussions.
• Get to Know VIA Breakfast – Welcoming new and prospective members to explore the benefits of VIA membership.
• Workforce Development Conference – A new signature event for VIA, the Workforce Development Conference addressed critical issues in workforce innovation and development.
• VIA BASH – VIA’s signature celebration, entitled this year “Color My World” highlighted our collective successes and celebrated our members.
• Connecting to Success Events – Engaging the next generation of leaders in meaningful career preparation experiences.
• CTS Facilitator Sessions – Empowering volunteers to make a difference in students’ lives.
• Candidate Forums – Providing a platform for voters to engage with candidates for California’s Congressional seats.
• CEO Forum – A gathering of top industry leaders to discuss pressing challenges and opportunities.
Milestones and Innovations
• New partnership with élite Magazine – Bringing the benefits of VIA to the SCV Community.
• Launch of the New VIA and Connecting to Success Websites – Enhancing access to VIA, sharing its benefits, programs and events, and showcasing the CTS program for students.
• Continued partnerships with the SCV Business Journal – Amplifying the voice of VIA and our members in the region’s leading business publication.
• Strategic Partnerships – VIA partnered with the College of the Canyons (COC) on the High Road Training Partnership Initiative, reflecting our commitment to advancing workforce solutions. We teamed up with the LA County Workforce Development Board, and continued our existing partnerships with like organizations as well.
• Collaboration with JCI – A key highlight of 2024 was VIA’s successful partnership with JCI Santa Clarita, culminating in the addition of a JCI representative to the VIA Board.
A Year to Remember
These achievements are a testament to the dedication of VIA’s members, partners, and leadership. As we look ahead, VIA remains steadfast in its mission to provide unparalleled resources and opportunities to businesses and the broader community.
Here’s to continuing our journey of excellence and innovation in 2025!
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