How can we ensure that the Olympic and Paralympic Games benefit local businesses? The “Get in the Game LA” platform has been launched to helping local businesses seize the opportunities of Los Angeles 2028. They can find training materials, advice and various resources there so that they can develop and sign contracts as part of the Games.
Los Angeles city councilor Monica Rodriguez emphasized the importance of this aspect during a meeting of the ad hoc committee, as reported by The Sports Examiner. " I would like to make sure that we have the intention to involve these small businesses as Paris did, she said. What Paris has done to incubate new businesses that have now become multi-million dollar companies is impressive. There was intentionality behind the incubation of small businesses. »
She thus wishes encourage businesses in the city and region to innovate, and ensure that they can participate in the success of Los Angeles 2028, despite the current difficult context due to the variations in customs dutiesJohn Harper, the organizing committee's chief operating officer, explained that the procurement strategy was currently being developed. He promised to provide more details at the committee's next meeting.
