San Francisco Economy Episodes

San Francisco puts its best foot forward. Talking with Rodney Fong, CEO of the SF Chamber of Commerce.
Feb. 17, 2026

San Francisco puts its best foot forward. Talking with Rodney Fong, CEO of the SF Chamber of Commerce.

Every year the Chamber sponsors a poll of San Franciscans regarding the health and vitality of our economy and well being of the City by the Bay. The results were unveiled last week at the City Beat breakfast. Mayor Lurie gav...
The Union Square Alliance: Maintaining a San Francisco Gem. Talking with Marisa Rodriguez.
Feb. 11, 2026

The Union Square Alliance: Maintaining a San Francisco Gem. Talking with Marisa Rodriguez.

The heart of San Francisco, from its’ earliest days, has always been Union Square. As the City reimagines its’ future during the 250th anniversary of its founding, Union Square features st the center of those plans.
San Francisco's Hotel Industry is our face to the World. Talking with Alex Bastian.
Jan. 8, 2026

San Francisco's Hotel Industry is our face to the World. Talking with Alex Bastian.

San Francisco’s hospitality industry is a key component of the regional economy. But the Covid pandemic and inept political management slowed our recovery. But 2025’s results for the industry augur well for 2026 as the Super Bowl returns to San Francisco and more conventions are coming to Moscone C…