East Bay
Subregion Overview
The East Bay Subregion is the largest subregion within the BACCC. It spans two counties–Alameda and Contra Costa–with a total population of 2.8 million people.
In 2023, the East Bay was also home to the 50th largest economy in the world and included 1.2 million jobs.
The 10 community colleges sit within a complex ecosystem of 4 workforce development boards, over 40 local education agencies, 33 cities, two national labs, and a diverse set of industry partners.
Subregional Director
Sara Goldware
sara.goldware@baccc.net
Counties served:
Alameda, Contra Costa
Sara convenes community colleges, employers, and regional partners in the East Bay subregion to translate labor market data into shared priorities and coordinated action, aligning educational programs with local workforce needs and expanding opportunity for students and families across the region.
In Demand Sectors
- Business & Entrepreneurship
- Healthcare
- Advanced Transportation & Logistics
- Energy, Construction, & Utilities
- Advanced Manufacturing
East Bay Community College Contacts
Key Initiatives
Credit for Prior Learning Collaboration
Working with colleges across the Bay Region, East Bay colleges are exploring how to recognize and award credit for the unique sets of skills and experience our students bring into their education.
Early Childhood Education/Education East Bay Network
The ECE/EDU East Bay Network is a network of faculty, employers, and other stakeholders working to strengthen and support access to educator workforce pathways across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
K14 Pathway Collaboration
The East Bay creates opportunities throughout the year for K12 and community college colleagues to connect, share best practices, and support each other in order to create stronger career pathways for students that start in high schools and continue into our network of colleges.
Success Stories
From Community College to Civil Engineering Career
