Initiatives
Pathfinder Day
Pathfinder Day is a one-day internship that bridges the gap between education and experience for students and businesses. Through Pathfinder Day, participating businesses can engage with future talent, showcase their work culture, spot potential early-career employees, and support student development.
Businesses who are interested in participating can reach out to Monique Carter, at mcarter@fontanaca.gov.
Program Description:
The Mayor’s Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics Councils were founded on November 8, 2017, through a partnership with Mayor Acquanetta Warren and the Fontana Chamber of Commerce. As Fontana’s key industries, our manufacturers, transporters, and logistics businesses not only facilitate the production and transportation of goods throughout Southern California – they also provide our residents with rewarding career paths. These councils were created to facilitate productive and insightful dialogue between these crucial businesses and the office of the Mayor.
Honoring our History
Our city’s history is interwoven with Henry Kaiser, who came to Fontana in 1942 and established Kaiser Steel to manufacture airplanes and ships in crucial support of America’s efforts in WWII. Later, his interest in health led to the creation of Kaiser Permanente. The city was transformed from an agricultural town to a center of industry. Today, our manufacturing industry remains a thriving economic driver for the Inland Empire and Southern California regions.
Council Goals
- Change the public perception of manufacturing, transportation, and logistics industries through education and communication.
- Identify and build resources to support the growth and expansion of these industries.
- Unify our local businesses and advocate the industry’s concerns to local government leaders.