Burbank Named Finalist for the 30th Annual Most Business-Friendly Large City Award

Burbank, CA (October 8, 2025) – The City of Burbank is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation’s (LAEDC) 2025 Most Business-Friendly City Award for Large Cities, a cornerstone of the 30th Annual EDDY Awards. This recognition underscores Burbank’s ongoing commitment to supporting businesses, fostering innovation, and building a thriving community for all.

For three decades, the LAEDC EDDY Awards have recognized municipalities that exemplify best practices, proactive leadership, and vibrant public-private partnerships. Among 88 cities across Los Angeles County, Burbank is being recognized for its efforts to reduce barriers by expediting permit review times, enhance customer service through a Business Concierge program, and invest in major developments such as the new Hollywood Burbank Airport terminal.

“Burbank continues to stand out as a city where businesses can thrive,” said Burbank Mayor Nikki Perez. “With a skilled local workforce, supportive community that champions entrepreneurship, and a City Council that is committed to reducing red tape - Burbank is open for business!”

The 2025 EDDY Awards ceremony is scheduled for November 5, 2025, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. For more information and to view the Most Business-Friendly City finalists, visit laedc.org/30theddys. To learn more about starting a business in Burbank, visit econdevburbank.com. 

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