Excellence in North County Economic Development
The
Devvies
A celebration of the people, ideas and investments shaping North San Diego County.
The Story
Where North County impact takes the stage.
The Devvies are SDNEDC’s annual awards honoring standout economic and community progress across North San Diego County.
From transformative developments and growing companies to workforce programs, regional partnerships and visionary leaders, each honoree represents a bold idea made real.
What We Celebrate
Economic development, seen from every angle.
The awards recognize impact in many forms—because building a stronger region takes more than one kind of achievement.
Growth & Investment
Companies, developments and investments expanding North County’s economic base.
Workforce & Education
Programs connecting residents to skills, careers and employers.
Innovation & Community
Ideas and partnerships improving quality of life and regional competitiveness.
Leadership & Stewardship
People whose service and vision create lasting North County impact.
The Legacy
Previous honorees
Open a year to explore the organizations, projects and leaders recognized for moving the region forward.
Year in review2025 Honorees
Projects, Programs & Organizations
- Fox Point Farms
- 222 North City — Sea Breeze Properties
- Grand Avenue Vision Project Phase 2
- Vista Business Hub
- Dr. Bronner’s expansion and product innovation
- MiraCosta College and Oceanside Unified School District workforce partnership
- Ionis Pharmaceuticals
Individual Honorees
- Trudy Armstrong — Kevin Hamm Impact Award
- John Resnick — North County Steward Award
Year in review2024 Honorees
Recognizing Regional Achievement
- Frontwave Arena
- Omni La Costa Resort & Spa renovation
- Pacific View Arts Center
- City of Escondido Public Art Strategic Plan
- CSUSM SWIFT Scholars and Summer Opportunity Workshops
- MiraCosta College A.S. in Artificial Intelligence
- Amai
- Vista Chamber Velocity Summer Internship
Individual Honorees
- Linda Kurokawa — Kevin Hamm Impact Award
- Cassandra Schaeg — Kevin Hamm Impact Award
- Dr. Sunny Cooke — North County Steward Award
Earlier Devvies archive
Honoree stories and photos from 2019–2023 will be added as archived materials are organized.