Welcome to Los Angeles Ecosystem
Los Angeles Ecosystem
Los Angeles holds a special place in Redefine Alliance’s new strategy. LA is what we have identified as an “established ecosystem” — a region with a substantial volume of financially healthy ESEs, diversified capital, existing system assets, and a budding coalition of partners interested in collective action. That foundation is something we don’t take for granted, and it’s why LA is our first proving ground for this new ecosystem strategy.
Our goals for the LA ecosystem center on four key priorities:
- Integrating Services — to Further Economic Power for Workers
- Strengthening Procurement — to Increase Financial Sustainability of ESEs
- Gaining Exposure — to Elevate the Visibility of ESEs and Drive Public Investment in the Sector
- Investing in ESE & Inclusive Employer Pipeline — to Enhance the Durability of the Sector
In practice, these priorities means Redefine Alliance will serve as a convener and intermediary — activating the LA coalition for capital mobilization, supporting ESEs with contract readiness, and creating conditions for the ecosystem itself to grow sustainably. This includes leveraging major upcoming demand shocks like the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics as catalysts for long-term, multi-year contracting opportunities that benefit ESEs and our community members.
Focused sessions on key topics to support your organization’s growth and readiness in Los Angeles.
Corporate Procurement Strategy
- LA 28 Procurement Opportunities Deck: A guide for assessing procurement opportunities for LA28 — a practical tool to help you and your organization evaluate which opportunities, if any, are a strong fit.
- ESE Supplier Capability Readiness Assessment: This is a readiness assessment for contracting opportunities with municipalities, corporations, and Tier 1 suppliers (direct contractors) for major sports and entertainment events.
Kalen Cornelious, Regional Lead, Strategic Partnerships, Government Partnerships & Policy
Email: kcornelious@redf.org
Phone: 415-510-6064
Elizabeth Heredia, Associate Director, Capacity Building
Email: eheredia@redf.org
Phone: 415-510-6052
LA Programs
Skill Up partners ensure CalFresh recipients get access to training, jobs, and support
LA:RISE unites the City and County of Los Angeles workforce agencies with employment social enterprises
Los Angeles County’s HRTP connect residents to industry-informed, worker-centered training programs