BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Economic Summit was held at Cal State Bakersfield where industry leaders and economists joined to discuss the changing business landscape.
New innovations were shown, job growth and reduction analyzed, and new industries shared their faces in Kern. The 2025 summit marked the first year back in-person since the pandemic, and featured multiple panelists as well as speakers that spoke about healthcare, education, tariffs, and more.
“It’s an opportunity for the community to come together and learn about the economy, learn about healthcare, education, and even innovation into the future,” said Janelle Capra, CEO and President of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber…