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Latest News Feb 16, 2023 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: NEW ECONOMIC ANALYSIS SHOWS FULL IMPACT OF CALIFORNIA PORTS As part of Ports Day, BST Associates provided a summary of the economic contribution of California ports, their role in the larger national economy, the factors that affect the ports’ role, and why California ports are so integral to global trade. Read More Feb 8, 2023 The Latest California Trade Report- Released February 2023 Transportation & Warehousing remains the primary middle-class wage, blue collar industry expanding in the state Read More Jan 6, 2023 The Latest California Trade Report- Released January 2023 The November trade numbers saw a general decline as pandemic period patterns began to reverse and as China experienced continued lockdowns. Read More Dec 30, 2022 Statement on Governor Newsom Redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as International Affairs and Trade Representative The Goods Movement Alliance issues statement on redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as California's top representative to advance economic interests abroad Read More Oct 13, 2022 Sourcing Journal: This New Alliance Wants to Fix California’s Supply Chain ‘Crisis’ The Goods Movement Alliance aims to be a bridge to shared interests among a diverse set of groups all holding stakes in the increasingly complex world of logistics Read More Sep 20, 2022 Freightwaves: Goods Movement Alliance enters California supply chain advocacy scene ‘Association of associations’ formed as groups realize they have overlapping interests Read More Aug 12, 2022 Statement on Governor Newsom Naming Antonio Villaraigosa As Infrastructure Advisor The Goods Movement Alliance issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom's announcement to name former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa as an Infrastructure Advisor to the State of California Read More Aug 4, 2022 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: To Protect Supply Chain, Independent Truckers Need Clarity Leaders from the California Business Roundtable, California Retailers Association, and California Trucking Association discuss the recent AB 5 decision and the devastating impact it will have on truckers and the supply chain Read More

< Back The Latest California Trade Report- Released February 2023 Center for Jobs and the Economy Feb 8, 2023 Transportation & Warehousing remains the primary middle-class wage, blue collar industry expanding in the state The share of total US goods trade (exports and imports) through California ports was largely unchanged with a dip to 16.00% (12 month moving average; compared to 16.03% in November 2022 and 17.05% in December 2021). California remained the #2 state, behind Texas with 19.79% (compared to 19.68% in November 2022 and 18.04% in December 2021). Trade through the Atlantic port states was at 29.58% (compared to 29.65% in November 2022 and 30.23% in December 2021). While the critical infrastructure required to support the state’s competitive position for this economic activity continues to be under challenge , Transportation & Warehousing remains the primary middle-class wage, blue collar industry expanding in the state. Between 2007 and 2022, the historical base for this type of upward mobility job—Manufacturing—saw employment drop by 158,000. This job loss was more than covered by growth in Transportation & Warehousing by 331,800. The Warehouse & Storage component alone grew by 183,100. Much of this growth occurred during the recent pandemic, the sole point of expanding rather than recovering jobs in this period. Transportation & Warehousing is not the only industry that can provide better-paying jobs and consequently upward mobility options to these workers, but it is the only one showing substantial growth in the state. Yet as with other portions of the traditional middle-class wage economy, growing costs are already pushing some of the warehouse components to other states, in particular Arizona . Port congestion, rising operating costs, and continued labor action uncertainty have also led to a shift in the underlying base for these jobs, as the share of US trade through California ports dropped from the recent high of 18.6% in February 2018, to only 16.0% in the latest data. In this period, Texas went from 16.9% to 19.8%, essentially reversing the relative position of the two states and pushing California into an increasingly distant second place. The full report can be read here . Previous Next

Latest News Feb 16, 2023 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: NEW ECONOMIC ANALYSIS SHOWS FULL IMPACT OF CALIFORNIA PORTS As part of Ports Day, BST Associates provided a summary of the economic contribution of California ports, their role in the larger national economy, the factors that affect the ports’ role, and why California ports are so integral to global trade. Read More Feb 8, 2023 The Latest California Trade Report- Released February 2023 Transportation & Warehousing remains the primary middle-class wage, blue collar industry expanding in the state Read More Jan 6, 2023 The Latest California Trade Report- Released January 2023 The November trade numbers saw a general decline as pandemic period patterns began to reverse and as China experienced continued lockdowns. Read More Dec 30, 2022 Statement on Governor Newsom Redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as International Affairs and Trade Representative The Goods Movement Alliance issues statement on redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as California's top representative to advance economic interests abroad Read More Oct 13, 2022 Sourcing Journal: This New Alliance Wants to Fix California’s Supply Chain ‘Crisis’ The Goods Movement Alliance aims to be a bridge to shared interests among a diverse set of groups all holding stakes in the increasingly complex world of logistics Read More Sep 20, 2022 Freightwaves: Goods Movement Alliance enters California supply chain advocacy scene ‘Association of associations’ formed as groups realize they have overlapping interests Read More Aug 12, 2022 Statement on Governor Newsom Naming Antonio Villaraigosa As Infrastructure Advisor The Goods Movement Alliance issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom's announcement to name former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa as an Infrastructure Advisor to the State of California Read More Aug 4, 2022 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: To Protect Supply Chain, Independent Truckers Need Clarity Leaders from the California Business Roundtable, California Retailers Association, and California Trucking Association discuss the recent AB 5 decision and the devastating impact it will have on truckers and the supply chain Read More

< Back IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: To Protect Supply Chain, Independent Truckers Need Clarity ​ Aug 4, 2022 Leaders from the California Business Roundtable, California Retailers Association, and California Trucking Association discuss the recent AB 5 decision and the devastating impact it will have on truckers and the supply chain SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Leaders from the California Business Roundtable, California Retailers Association, and California Trucking Association discuss the recent AB 5 decision and the devastating impact it will have on truckers and the supply chain. Read excerpts of “To Protect Supply Chain, Independent Truckers Need Clarity” in The Mercury News below: “AB5 codified the employee classification test under the landmark 2018 Dynamex decision. This change significantly narrows the circumstances for someone to qualify as an “independent contractor” and prohibits more than 70,000 drivers from continuing to earn a living under a model that has been allowed for decades. “As stakeholders at the frontlines of the goods-movement crisis, we do not support additional disruptions to California’s already strained supply chain. However, we understand the predicament that thousands of owner-operators find themselves in as enforcement of AB 5 on the trucking industry is imminent. Truly, what could be expected from these owner-operators who see their livelihoods on the line? “Our associations, along with more than 70 other organizations including manufacturers, agricultural associations and local entities, recognize the vital role of independent truckers. We submitted a letter to Gov. Newsom imploring him to lead on this issue that not only impacts California, but the entire nation.” # # # About The Goods Movement Alliance The Goods Movement Alliance is a coalition of California industry leaders in the goods movement economy committed to creating and supporting common sense solutions to the goods movement crisis. To learn more and join the coalition please visit GoodsMovement.org Previous Next

< Back Sourcing Journal: This New Alliance Wants to Fix California’s Supply Chain ‘Crisis’ Kari Hamanaka Oct 13, 2022 The Goods Movement Alliance aims to be a bridge to shared interests among a diverse set of groups all holding stakes in the increasingly complex world of logistics A new group out of California aims to be a bridge to shared interests among a diverse set of groups all holding stakes in the increasingly complex world of logistics . The Goods Movement Alliance (GMA), which says it’s focused on finding “common sense solutions to the goods movement crisis,” wants to be an information resource for its members and policymakers in a state key to moving product to much of the rest of the country. “It’s a long time coming and something that we’ve seen be necessary for having a clearinghouse for goods movement and supply chain issues in Sacramento for all the stakeholders that touch this area,” said GMA co-chair Matthew Hargrove. Hargrove is the president and CEO of the California Business Properties Association (CBPA), a legislative advocacy group for the real estate industry. Read more the Sourcing Journal . Previous Next

< Back The Latest California Trade Report- Released January 2023 Center for Jobs and the Economy Jan 6, 2023 The November trade numbers saw a general decline as pandemic period patterns began to reverse and as China experienced continued lockdowns. The November trade numbers saw a general decline as pandemic period patterns began to reverse and as China experienced continued lockdowns. Total trade through the state’s ports dropped both in nominal and real terms from November 2021, and was down in real terms compared to pre-pandemic November 2019. Origin exports were down 1.0% nominal (-3.5% real) from the prior year, and down 0.3% nominal (-12.2% real) from November 2019. Destination imports fell more sharply, down 10.6% (-12.9% real) from the prior year, but saw little change in real terms (down 2.5%) from November 2019. The drop in trade activity was also seen in the continued easing in supply chain congestion. In their latest report, Marine Exchange of Southern California indicates the San Pedro Bay ports have remained free of backups since November 22. The situation has in fact reversed with the ports now reporting open berths. Globally, similar easing has come from declining trade levels. The New York Federal Reserve’s Global Supply Chain Pressure Index remains somewhat elevated due to continued factors in Asia, but is down sharply from its peak in December 2021. The full report can be read here . Previous Next

< Back Statement on Governor Newsom Redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as International Affairs and Trade Representative Contact: Brooke Armour Dec 30, 2022 The Goods Movement Alliance issues statement on redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as California's top representative to advance economic interests abroad SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Goods Movement Alliance issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom’s announcement redesignating Lt. Governor Kounalakis as California’s International Affairs and Trade Representative charged with serving as the top representative to advance California’s economic interests abroad: “California’s economic success depends on our ability to work with international partners, and no person is more qualified to continue representing our state on the global stage than Lt. Governor Kounalakis. To preserve our leadership role, California must continue to invest in the infrastructure needed to keep our state competitive in international markets and preserve our ability to import critical goods from abroad. We look forward to supporting Lt. Governor Kounalakis’ leadership on these critical issues for 2023 and beyond.” # # # Previous Next

< Back IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: NEW ECONOMIC ANALYSIS SHOWS FULL IMPACT OF CALIFORNIA PORTS ​ Feb 16, 2023 As part of Ports Day, BST Associates provided a summary of the economic contribution of California ports, their role in the larger national economy, the factors that affect the ports’ role, and why California ports are so integral to global trade. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As part of Ports Day, BST Associates provided a summary of the economic contribution of California ports, their role in the larger national economy, the factors that affect the ports’ role, and why California ports are so integral to global trade. Read excerpts of “Economic Contribution of California Ports” from BST Associates below: “California has 11 public port districts… In addition to cargo terminals, ports operate cruise terminals, recreational and commercial marinas, airports, industrial property, commercial property, as well as public amenities such as public parks, trails, and other amenities and uses. The ports also have a strong environmental mandate. “The governance structure of ports also varies. Some ports, such as the Port of Los Angeles, are departments of a city. Others, such as the Port of San Diego, are special districts created by the state and are independent of the cities they serve… The role of each port depends on a number of factors including: local population, local industry, local resources, and inland transportation connections. “California has become a leading global trade and transshipment center because of its world-class infrastructure and a massive local market, which results in more favorable costs for delivering cargo to and from all parts of the United States. California has evolved into a distribution center for U.S. trade with Pacific Rim nations partly because of its geographic location, but also because such a large portion of the trade is consumed locally. “In 2020, the amount of waterborne trade moving through California ports was worth $416 billion. An estimated 3.1 million jobs are supported by this trade, including more than 800,000 jobs related to exports and nearly 2.3 million jobs related to imports. The jobs supported by the waterborne trade moving through California ports generate worker income estimated to total nearly $134 billion, including $42.2 billion related to exports and $91.8 billion related to import. This trade generated an estimated $38.1 billion in taxes, with impacts spread throughout the United States.” About The Goods Movement Alliance The Goods Movement Alliance is a coalition of California industry leaders in the goods movement economy committed to creating and supporting common sense solutions to the goods movement crisis.To learn more and join the coalition please visit GoodsMovement.org Previous Next

< Back Statement on Governor Newsom Naming Antonio Villaraigosa As Infrastructure Advisor Contact: Brooke Armour Aug 12, 2022 The Goods Movement Alliance issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom's announcement to name former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa as an Infrastructure Advisor to the State of California SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Goods Movement Alliance issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom's announcement to name former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa as an Infrastructure Advisor to the State of California–charged with working with local, state, and federal leaders to identify priority projects and maximize access to federal funding for infrastructure projects: “The Goods Movement Alliance looks forward to working with former Mayor Villaraigosa in his new role as Infrastructure Advisor. Given the ongoing issues in California’s supply chain that are helping drive record-high inflation, it's vital that state leaders prioritize the most impactful projects for federal funding opportunities. Our coalition stands ready to serve as a conduit for the private sector's expertise and recommendations for modernizing California’s infrastructure to address current challenges and making our systems more resilient to future disruptions." # # # About The Goods Movement Alliance The Goods Movement Alliance (GMA) was launched in August 2022 to galvanize supply chain stakeholders and serve as a resource to federal, state, and local lawmakers as they address the ongoing logistics and goods movement crisis. Bringing together users from the agriculture, storage, transportation, retail, manufacturing, and distribution industries, GMA is committed to driving solutions that will address the short- and long-term problems in the goods movement sector. To learn more, please visit our website GoodsMovement.org Previous Next

< Back Freightwaves: Goods Movement Alliance enters California supply chain advocacy scene John Kingston Sep 20, 2022 ‘Association of associations’ formed as groups realize they have overlapping interests Between the docks and warehouses of Southern California and the state’s AB5 law on independent contractors, California plays an outsized role in the U.S. logistics sector. And now a lot of once disparate groups that were exposed to supply chain issues but had never worked together on shared interests have a new umbrella under which to stand. It is called the Goods Movement Alliance. Formed in August, the alliance was described by Matthew Hargrove, its co-chair, as mostly an association of associations that has come together because of their interests in supply chain issues in the Golden State. Hargrove himself is the president and chief executive officer of the California Business Properties Association (CBPA), which includes such supply chain-focused companies as warehouse operators. “Some of our main members are some of the largest commercial real estate companies,” he said. While the supply chain events of the past year or two may have been the catalyst for the final push to create the Goods Movement Alliance, Hargrove said in an interview with FreightWaves that the momentum is not new. Read more from Freightwaves . Previous Next

DELIVERING COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS TO THE GOODS MOVEMENT CRISIS A Vital Sector California's ports bring goods and materials into our state and nation, while also taking California-grown products to markets around the world. But beyond being a crisis link in the global supply chain, the state's goods movement sector is the backbone of the state's blue-collar high-wage workforce. From port workers, to truckers, to logistics managers, to warehouse workers, rail workers and more, the transportation and logistics sector creates well-paying jobs, spurs economic activity, and generates state and local tax revenue to help fund vital services. 16.6% CA Share of Total Trade Through US Ports #2 CA Ranking for Total Port Trade (TX #1 at 18.66%) 766,400 Transportation & Warehousing Jobs May 2022 15.2% Sector Job Growth Since Feb 2020 Source: Center for Jobs & the Economy Monthly Trade Report ABOUT ABOUT The Goods Movement Alliance is a coalition of California industry leaders in the goods movement economy committed to creating and supporting common sense solutions to the goods movement crisis. The intricate and complex 'system of systems' is broken, creating a crisis of crises at every step of the supply chain. From statewide business associations, to industry sector leaders, to regional and local advocacy groups, the Alliance is committed to driving solutions that will address the short- and long-term problems in the goods movement sector. Join the Alliance PRIORITIES PRIORITIES Addressing the Current Crisis Congested ports and roads, limited warehouse capacity, and unchecked cargo theft are impacting working families’ ability to access everyday necessities. This goods movement crisis is increasing costs for small businesses, farmers, and all Californians—hitting everything from consumer goods like diapers and food to housing prices. Investing in Future Growth Thoughtful policies from governments at the federal, state, and local level are needed to address current challenges and invest in priorities that will support future growth. To help achieve this goal, we must ensure California receives its fair share of the $1.2 trillion bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Building A Resilient System Transportation is the foundation of California’s economy and delivers the goods that businesses and families rely on daily. With uncertainty growing around the globe and continued disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, California needs to build a resilient system that can withstand current and unforeseen challenges. Learn More CONTACT CONTACT Inquiries For general inquiries, please fill out the form below or call 916-553-4093. To be part of the coalition, please visit the join the coalition page. Goods Movement Alliance 1301 I Street Sacramento, CA 95814 ​ 916-553-4093 Contact Us First Name Last Name Email Subject Message Submit Thanks for submitting!

Join the Coalition Join the Alliance The Goods Movement Alliance is committed to working on solutions that will address the short, mid and long-term solutions to the goods movement crisis in California. We advocate for investments in the goods movement sector, which is a vital part of the state and national economy. Join today to be part of the solution! Sign Up Follow Us on Social Media First Name Last Name Email Organization Position Phone Street Address City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Yes! You can list my name and organization publicly as supporting the Goods Movement Alliance Send Thank you for adding your voice to building a stronger goods movement sector. ​For more information, please contact Tino Ross at tino@swingstrat.com or 916.648.1222