30
Jan
2015
Chula Vista
Jan 30, 2015 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
CA
United States

Cindy Gompper-Graves
President & Chief Executive Officer
South County Economic Development Council


Cindy Gompper-Graves is currently the President and CEO for the South County Economic Development Council where she leads the South County in economic efforts. Gompper-Graves was appointed in December 2003 as the first full-time Executive Director of this 25 year old organization. Her goals are to foster economic prosperity in the South County through job creation, encouraging financial investments and marketing.


Prior to joining the South County Economic Development Council Gompper-Graves was the manager of the Trade and Business Development Office with the County of San Diego where she lead the County’s economic development and business assistance efforts. Ms. Gompper-Graves was appointed to head the newly created Office of Trade and Business Development on March 17, 1995 with a goal to improve the region’s economic prosperity. Gompper-Graves established the County of San Diego as a leader in economic development.


Ms. Gompper-Graves has unique experience in both the private and public sector. Prior to her post she was the County’s first Public Outreach Coordinator and has led building permit issuance for North County. Additionally she has a variety of broadcast and marketing experience gained during her 9-year career with several radio stations.


Her current daily interaction with CEOs and business executives utilizes both her private and public sector experience. In addition to many awards and recognitions. Gompper-Graves is the recipient of an honorary degree from Southwestern College, State Assembly District 79 Business Woman of the Year and a California Economic Development Professionals Association Excellence Award