SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development
Larry McClendon serves as the Senior Program and Community Affairs Manager at the SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development since August 2017, where responsibilities include overseeing $30 million in government funding for underserved communities. Previously, in roles such as Economic and Community Development Specialist, Larry implemented economic programs and improved local business infrastructure. Other experience includes leadership positions with JVS - San Francisco, focusing on employment programs for high school students with disabilities, and community engagement roles with the Sugary Drinks Distributor Tax Advisory Committee. Larry holds a Nonprofit Leadership Certificate from Golden Gate University and has demonstrated a strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive community development and economic growth.
SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development
OEWD’s programs are responsible for strengthening San Francisco’s many diverse neighborhoods and commercial corridors, creating a business climate where companies can grow and prosper, and ensuring a continually high quality of life for all San Franciscans. By providing one point of contact for a variety of essential City programs and services, OEWD’s goal is to ensure that San Francisco will always be what it is today: one of the best places on the planet to live, work, and play. Business Attraction and Retention: Attracting and retaining businesses, with an emphasis on key industry clusters. Small Business Assistance: One-stop resource center providing information and resources for start-ups and expanding small businesses Workforce Development: Overall strategic coordination for the City’s workforce system, including implementing job training programs aimed at providing residents (particularly those with multiple barriers to employment) with access to today’s jobs. Joint Development: Managing major public-private development projects to maximize long-term public benefits, including affordable housing, jobs and economic development, and open space. Neighborhood Development: Facilitating the revitalization of commercial corridors in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and creating Community Benefit Districts (CBD) throughout the City. Filming and Production: Promoting San Francisco as a film destination to filmmakers and spurring additional City revenue and jobs by attracting and facilitating film productions. International Trade and Commerce: Increasing international business opportunities in the City, fostering San Francisco’s award-winning Sister City program and attracting and expanding international airlines in partnership with San Francisco International Airport