The South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce (SBACC) unites 15 local chambers, serving as a powerful advocate for industries vital to our region—such as aerospace, energy, hospitality, and small businesses. By championing pro-growth policies and securing valuable resources, we help businesses thrive. Recently, SBACC successfully secured $5 million in state funding dedicated to small business recovery efforts, demonstrating our commitment to tangible results for our community.

$500 billion in goods processed annually by the San Pedro Bay Ports Complex (Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach), supporting 5 million jobs nationwide and 1 in 9 jobs across the region.

6,296 jobs directly supported by Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB), contributing $1.8 billion annually to the regional economy.

1.85 million jobs are supported by the Southern California Trade Cluster, including the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, accounting for 15.9% of all regional employment.

Hospitality and Tourism: The South Bay’s beach cities—Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and Manhattan Beach—generate $2 billion annually in tourism revenue, supporting over 25,000 jobs in the hospitality sector.

Energy Sector: South Bay refineries, such as the Torrance Refinery, employ 600 full-time workers and support an additional 300-500 contractors daily, with each direct refinery job creating 15 indirect jobs across California.

Aerospace Impact: For every job directly created in the South Bay aerospace industry, an additional 1.65 jobs are generated through indirect and induced economic activity, showcasing its multiplier effect on regional employment.