The Business Journal's 2007 Economic Outlook provides readers with the most in-depth coverage of the local market area provided by any publication. This special insert examines how industries such as international trade, real estate, retail, healthcare, aviation & aerospace, oil, utilities, communications & technology and hospitality & tourism will likely fare in the new year. The Business Journal coverage draws from numerous interviews with professionals and local government officials in Long Beach, Signal Hill and Carson. Statistical data is also included.

Business & Education

Education forms the backbone of thriving communities and staying on the learning curve is essential to success in both the public and private sectors. Twice a year, the Business Journal examines the newest educational trends and how they help K-12 students, collegians and working professionals meet their goals inside and outside the halls of academia.

Also featured in this issue is the Business of Weddings

The Business Journal's first real estate and development quarterly insert for calendar year 2008 includes a comprehensive quarterly update on the greater Long Beach commercial, residential and industrial markets along with profiles on several leading companies and industry leaders. The Business Journal is the only area publication providing a regular, in depth look at real estate and development.

Also featured in this issue is Dollars & Sense

Four times a year, the Business Journal presents a special focus on the health care industry. Journal writers examine trends, new technological advances, legislative issues and much more impacting the industry. Within Long Beach, approximately 15,000 people are employed in the health care industry. The city is home to three major hospitals, numerous smaller clinics and rehab facilities, and is the headquarters for several health maintenance organizations, including Molina and Universal Care. These Business Journal reports have become must reading for the local medical professional.

Also featured in this issue is Auto Industry and Energy Industry

Presented once a year, the Long Beach Area Corporate Presence insert includes two in depth interviews with the CEOs of major corporations. Additionally, these are the only inserts each year where advertorial space is provided to advertisers. Any advertiser with a one-quarter page advertisement or larger receives a 400-word story and a photo of their CEO.

This issue will also feature an annual interview with Mayor Foster

Anchored by the city's largest employer, The Boeing Company, the aviation/aerospace industry continues to be a major force in the local economy in concert with other manufacturers based in the region. The Long Beach Airport is home not only to Boeing facilities, but also to corporations such as Gulfstream Aerospace, Toyota affiliate AirFlite, United Technologies, etc. Epson America's U.S. headquarters is located on airport property. The airport proper is home to 200 general aviation, corporate and commercial airline businesses, plus dozens more firms are located at Kilroy Airport Center and the Long Beach Airport Business Park. Toyota, Snugtop and several other West Long Beach companies round out Long Beach's manufacturing portfolio. Additionally, Long Beach Airport accommodates 41 daily commercial flights to nonstop destinations such as New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Salt Lake City, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Phoenix, Las Vegas and Oakland. Passenger traffic is expected to more than double to approximately 1.5 million people.

Distribution - The Long Beach Business Journal is mailed to nearly every business on or near the airport. In addition, well over 1,000 copies are distributed to Boeing executives and employees at the firm's various facilities. Approximately 1,000 copies are currently picked up by airline passengers at the airport's two terminals. The LBBJ provides year-long coverage of the airport, with a special issue produced annually.

Also featured in this issue Financial Services Industry and Active Living: A Guide For Seniors

Car enthusiasts and automotive professionals alike are sure to be intrigued by the Business Journal's special report on the Southland automobile industry. Additionally, get ready to start your engines and celebrate the 34th Anniversary of the Long Beach Grand Prix, one of the city's premier events.

This issue will also feature The Environment (Earth Day) and Auto Industry

May is World Trade Month!

Since redwood lumber was first off-loaded at the harbor’s municipal pier in June 1911, trade and the Port of Long Beach have been a center of strength for the Greater Long Beach economy. Today, approximately one in 11 jobs in the City of Long Beach are tied to international trade. About $100 billion in cargo annually flows through the port. To accommodate the ongoing growth in exports and imports, the port continues to develop larger terminals with state-of-the-art equipment. The 2002 opening of the $2 billion, 20-mile Alameda Corridor further strengthened the port, as the rail line triples the speed in which cargo is moved to transcontinental rail yards.

Distribution – The Long Beach Business Journal reaches the vast majority of local businesses involved with the international trade industry: terminal operators, shipping lines, freight forwarders, custom house brokers, maritime attorneys, etc. who are scattered throughout the city. Nearly all of the approximately 300 port tenants receive the LBBJ by mail, as do all tenants of the World Trade Center. The LBBJ’s annual focus on international trade insert is distributed to about 2,000 additional executives at luncheon events in Long Beach and Los Angeles.

This issue will also feature Health & Fitness and Who's Who in Healthcare.

The Business Journal's first real estate and development quarterly insert for calendar year 2008 includes a comprehensive quarterly update on the greater Long Beach commercial, residential and industrial markets along with profiles on several leading companies and industry leaders. The Business Journal is the only area publication providing a regular, in depth look at real estate and development.

Also featured in this issue is Dollars & Sense

Four times a year, the Business Journal presents a special focus on the health care industry. Journal writers examine trends, new technological advances, legislative issues and much more impacting the industry. Within Long Beach, approximately 15,000 people are employed in the health care industry. The city is home to three major hospitals, numerous smaller clinics and rehab facilities, and is the headquarters for several health maintenance organizations, including Molina and Universal Care. These Business Journal reports have become must reading for the local medical professional.

Also featured in this issue is Auto Industry and Energy Industry

Special Insert

Also featured in this is Dollars & Sense

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Also featured in this issue the Annual Meeting Sites Guide and Health & Fitness

The Business Journal's mid-year Economic Outlook provides readers with the most in-depth coverage of the local market area provided by any publication. This special insert examines how industries such as international trade, real estate, retail, healthcare, aviation & aerospace, oil, utilities, communications & technology and hospitality & tourism will likely fare in the new year. The Business Journal coverage draws from numerous interviews with professionals and local government officials in Long Beach, Signal Hill and Carson. Statistical data is also included.

This issue will also feature Legal Profession and Who's Who in Law.

A Comprehensive Look At The State Of The South Bay Economy.
Includes interviews with dozens of professionals in several industries.
• Aviation & Aerospace
• Communications & Technology
• Financial Services
• Healthcare
• Hospitality/Tourism
• International Trade
• Oil
• Real Estate & Development
• Retail
• Utilities
Also…
Economic Outlook Updates For Each South Bay City

Businesses that fail to target the female consumer are missing the boat, given that they make the majority of the purchasing decisions for most households. Similarly, female businessowners and executives are an increasingly influential segment of the business community. In that spirit the Business Journal continues its annual focus on Women In Business. This issue also features profiles on several local women who have become successful in their chosen fields.

Also featured in this issue Business & Education, Health & Fitness and Who's Who Women in Business.

The Business Journal's first real estate and development quarterly insert for calendar year 2008 includes a comprehensive quarterly update on the greater Long Beach commercial, residential and industrial markets along with profiles on several leading companies and industry leaders. The Business Journal is the only area publication providing a regular, in depth look at real estate and development.

Also featured in this issue is Dollars & Sense and Energy Industry

Every year, the Business Journal examines the changing landscape of Signal Hill, which, in a span of ten years, has transitioned from a largely industrial oil community to a vibrant city with a robust economy and strong residential community. This issue will examine all aspects of the Signal Hill economy, drawing from key city officials and leading business professionals.

Also featured in this issue is Planning For The Future: Going Green and Spotlight On Hispanic Business

Four times a year, the Business Journal presents a special focus on the health care industry. Journal writers examine trends, new technological advances, legislative issues and much more impacting the industry. Within Long Beach, approximately 15,000 people are employed in the health care industry. The city is home to three major hospitals, numerous smaller clinics and rehab facilities, and is the headquarters for several health maintenance organizations, including Molina and Universal Care. These Business Journal reports have become must reading for the local medical professional.

Also featured in this issue is Dollars & Sense and Auto Industry

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Also featured in this issue Arts Month and Philanthropy

For the 19th year running, the Business Journal will focus on the City of Carson, one of Long Beach's up-and-coming neighboring cities. Business Journal writers will examine retail, industrial and residential development in Carson with a focus on the city's corporate presence. This issue will give readers a community overview of Carson with insights gleaned through interviews with dozens of business executives and city officials. Carson is also home to the new Home Depot Center, which has drawn rave reviews for its soccer, tennis, track & field and other athletic facilities.

This issue also features Dollars & Sense and Encouraging Diversity in Business

Covers the economic development efforts throughout the city.

Also featured in this issue Health & Fitness and Who's Who in Real Estate.

The Business Journal's first real estate and development quarterly insert for calendar year 2008 includes a comprehensive quarterly update on the greater Long Beach commercial, residential and industrial markets along with profiles on several leading companies and industry leaders. The Business Journal is the only area publication providing a regular, in depth look at real estate and development.

Also featured in this issue is Dollars & Sense

Four times a year, the Business Journal presents a special focus on the health care industry. Journal writers examine trends, new technological advances, legislative issues and much more impacting the industry. Within Long Beach, approximately 15,000 people are employed in the health care industry. The city is home to three major hospitals, numerous smaller clinics and rehab facilities, and is the headquarters for several health maintenance organizations, including Molina and Universal Care. These Business Journal reports have become must reading for the local medical professional.

Also featured in this issue is Auto Industry and Energy Industry

Education forms the backbone of thriving communities and staying on the learning curve is essential to success in both the public and private sectors. Twice a year, the Business Journal examines the newest educational trends and how they help K-12 students, collegians and working professionals meet their goals inside and outside the halls of academia.

Also featured in this issue is Active Living: A Guide For Seniors and Dollars & Sense

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Also Featured in this issue Long Beach Movers & Shakers, Health & Fitness and New 2009 Laws