Welcome to SCV Means Business, the official podcast of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation. Stay tuned as Ondre Seltzer, President and CEO, interviews business leaders and explores the many ways that companies connect and contribute to their community.
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E67: Local Innovation, Global Impact: The Neotech Story
In this episode, we are joined by Craig McCrary, President of Neotech Products, to explore how a company that began in an 875-square-foot facility grew into a global operation serving thousands of hospitals across 125 countries. Craig shares how Neotech's neonatal and pediatric products support some of the world's most vulnerable patients and discusses the company's commitment to innovation, employee retention, responsible automation, B Corp values, and giving back to communities around the world.
12 Mar 2026
E66: Connected for Growth: The Chamber–EDC Partnership in Action
In this episode of SCV Means Business, Ondré Seltzer, President & CEO of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, sits down with Ivan Volschenk, President & CEO of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, to explore how advocacy and economic development work together to strengthen the region's business climate. They delve into the importance of policy certainty, strategic collaboration, and connectivity as a competitive advantage for businesses of all sizes. From the impact of film tax credits and AI regulation to workforce challenges and industry opportunities heading into 2026, this conversation offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, employers, and community leaders. Tune in to learn how aligned leadership and a vibrant business ecosystem are fueling long-term economic success in the Santa Clarita Valley.
31 Dec 2025
E65: AI, Industry, and Opportunity: A 2025 Economic Wrap-Up and Look Ahead
Tune in as host Ondré Seltzer, President & CEO of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, sits down with economist Mark Schniepp, Director of the California Economic Forecast, for a year-end economic update and forward-looking conversation. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping productivity and employment across California, why manufacturing and healthcare remain bright spots in the Santa Clarita Valley, and what onshoring, tariffs, and shifting workforce dynamics could mean for regional growth. From industrial and office real estate trends to housing supply, consumer anxiety, and interest-rate expectations, this discussion offers a clear-eyed yet optimistic look at the forces shaping 2026.
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