What is this?

This working group is where we:

• Collaborate on strategy and project development

• Share updates tied to the Activation Plan

• Identify sector needs and opportunities

• Build partnerships across the 7-county region

Who are we?

We’re the team guiding the Recreation & Tourism sector through the Jobs First process:

• Industry Coordinators:

  • SFM (Mathew Galvan) – strategic planning, outreach

  • MLTPA (John Wentworth) – east-side expertise, planning

• Facilitators:

  • Bill & Austin – seasoned pros guiding breakout sessions to capture your insights

• Advocacy Lead:

  • Andie – bridges your input into state-level documentation

What is Jobs First?

A statewide initiative to build climate-resilient, equitable, and locally grounded economies.
Sierra Jobs First Strategic Plan, pages 70–80
Visit sierrajobsfirst.org

Why it Matters

Your input will:

• Shape the Activation Plan submitted to the state in June 2025

• Ensure the plan reflects real, on-the-ground needs

• Help braid together disconnected efforts into a unified regional strategy

• Identify easy wins and long-term priorities

What We Need from You

• Attend quarterly meetings

• Help define our shared vision & sector values

• Review and refine strategies

• Submit project ideas

• Support data collection

• Collaborate with peers

Why Should You Engage?

• This work directly impacts your sector, your business, and your region

• Your feedback strengthens the case for funding

• You’ll help build a plan that aligns with upcoming state investments

• This is your chance to move from idea → action → impact

Deliverables

These aren’t just discussions — this is a working group. We’ll need:

• A shared Vision Statement + Core Values

• Sector priorities & project ideas

• Ground-truthed insights on needs and gaps

• A consistent core team to maintain momentum