Learn how performing arts organizations can turn existing data into persuasive economic impact arguments that win funding and policy support.

SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Newsom announced that 38 film projects have been awarded tax credits through the California Film Commission’s recently expanded Fil

Extreme heat shifts spending away from afternoon hours. New research shows the nighttime economy functions as climate resilience infrastructure for cities.

How creator-driven film distribution powered Iron Lung’s $21.7M opening—and what it means for independent production strategy.

Cities competing for talent overlook nightlife's power. New research shows club culture influences relocation as much as jobs—with billions in GDP impact.

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The streaming economy has entered a new phase. After a decade of venture-funded subscriber acquisition at any cost, major platforms have pivoted toward profitability. Netflix now generates $7 billion ...

It was great to have Adam J. Fowler represent CVL Economics at the High Desert Education Summit, hosted by Victor Valley College Foundation, this past October.    As industries reshape themselves in t...

The creative economy is a strategic engine for California’s future—connecting talent, innovation, and place-based assets. That’s why we’re thrilled to celebrate the release of the landmark strategic p...

The music festival industry—once a cornerstone of the experiential economy—faces an unprecedented crisis that extends far beyond entertainment. With 78 festivals canceled across the United Kingdom and...

On April 14, 2025, production workers packed a film and TV town hall at Evergreen Studios in Burbank, urging lawmakers to strengthen California’s film and television tax credit. The message ... Read M...

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California's proposed expansion of the tax credit program could help halt the exodus of animation jobs in the state.

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The Animation Guild issued a report Thursday arguing that enhancements are needed in the California tax credit to attract animation and VFX jobs.

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Canadian travel to the U.S. is taking a sharp downturn—and the West Coast is feeling the brunt of it. This moment also presents a chance to take a wider view—exploring how to diversify the local econo...

The first Air Jordan shoe burst onto the NBA scene in April 1985—40 years ago this month—in unmistakably flashy fashion. Designed by Peter Moore, the Air Jordan 1 didn’t just ... Read More