IN ORANGE COUNTY SMALL CHIPS MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
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The Orange County Semiconductor Leadership Group (OC SLG) is a cornerstone of the California Jobs First (CJF) Regional Activation Semiconductor Plan
Tasked with building a sustainable semiconductor industry in Orange County
Designed to provide critical intelligence on ecosystem trends, infrastructure needs, environmental considerations, and market forecasts
Committed to culturally responsive and community-driven strategies to ensure equity
Responsible for informing strategic decisions and tactical implementation to foster long-term economic resilience in the transition to a carbon-neutral economy
California Jobs First (CJF), is a state initiative supporting regional economic growth, workforce development, and industry-led projects. CJF works with local leaders to identify industry needs and investment opportunities.
Read more at California Jobs First Orange County Regional Investment Initiative
Upcoming Meetings
Meetings occur virtually on the
second Wednesday of each month!
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
2:00 - 5:00 pm PST
Fullerton Community Center
Who’s in the room?
C-level executives and experienced professionals from Orange County’s semiconductor industry
Representatives from defense, communications, electronics, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and AI sectors
Academic leaders training the talent pipeline of the future
Innovation hubs incubating and accelerating the startups that will define the next decades
Community groups invested in the economic development of the region
95+
Engaged Stakeholders
12
Official Member Organizations
Meet the OC SLG Leadership Table
June 2026-2027
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Taylor Samuelson
City of Orange - Economic Development
Senior Economic Development Analyst
MUNICIPALITY
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Raz Savad
Savad Group
CEO
INDUSTRY
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Tony Crisp
CRISPx.com and SYBERgaming.com
Founder (CRISPx) | CMO (Syber)
STARTUP SUPPORT -
Melissa Furio
City of Brea
Community Development Manager
MUNICIPALITY -
Athina Markopoulou
Samueli School of Engineering, University of California, Irvine
Professor, Nhữ Dept. of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
Director, CalIT2, UCI Division
Director, ProperData and E+Society Institute on AI
ACADEMIA
Quick Facts
9th largest contributor to the Orange County economy
In 2023, the broader Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing sector, which encompasses semiconductor activities, generated an impressive $10.7 billion in Gross Regional Product (GRP), solidifying its position as the 9th largest contributor to the Orange County economy.
2.82 Employment Concentration Ratio
The semiconductor and related electronic product manufacturing industries is 2.82 times more concentrated in Orange County than the national average, indicating a specialized and deeply embedded industry presence
Over 34,000 jobs within Orange County
With an attractive average annual salary of $152,000. This number demonstrates the sector's current scale and the capacity to provide high-quality, well-paying employment opportunities.
Historical ties to the defense and aerospace industries
Orange County has a robust ecosystem of chip manufacturers, including prominent legacy players such as Broadcom, Tower Semiconductor, and Skyworks Solutions
Industry Resources
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Meeting Materials
Meeting #1 - April 8, 2026
Meeting #2 - May 13, 2026
Meeting #3 - June 10, 2026 -
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County
Building Semiconductor Career Awareness Through Mentorship and Industry Partnership
In partnership with OCDE and Ingram Micro, this pilot will engage 200 students through career panels and workshops, with 15–20 receiving intensive mentoring and workplace exposure to semiconductor and advanced manufacturing careers, building pathways into local apprenticeships.
CSUF - Early Research Experience for Undergraduates in Semiconductor Technology and Entrepreneurship
CSUF intends to builds a semiconductor workforce pipeline in Orange County by engaging high school and undergraduate students in paid internships, research boot camps, and mentorship, in partnership with the CLAOC and industry collaborators, to expand equitable access to high-wage tech careers.
ChipPath Semiconductor Job Board
Connecting Talent to 60,000+ Semiconductor Jobs Across 1,100 U.S. Companies
ChipPath is an interactive career platform designed to help users discover opportunities, understand career pathways, and prepare for success in the semiconductor and microelectronics industry.
SEMI Foundation - OC SEMI WFD
In the OC, SEMI will strengthen the semiconductor activation plan by helping build the SLG and convening a Workforce Development Working Group. Additionally, SEMI Foundation will bring its apprenticeship and internship experience to create locally adapted frameworks that expands earn-and-learn pathways.
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