At DDN, we believe that shaping the future of AI starts with leadership at home. That means investing in the communities where innovation begins. This week, we were honored by The Valley Economic Alliance with Certificates of Recognition and Appreciation, acknowledging DDN’s visionary leadership and enduring commitment to sustaining manufacturing across the San Fernando Valley.
The recognition came during the Alliance’s 3rd Annual Patron Appreciation Breakfast, where DDN was invited to address close to 200 Alliance Patrons and regional leaders on how our technology, innovation, and strategic investments fuel not only the future of AI, but also the future of advanced manufacturing.
With 1.8 million residents, the San Fernando Valley represents nearly half of Los Angeles County’s population. If it stood alone, it would be the fifth-largest city in the United States. For DDN, headquartered here, the Valley is both our foundation and our launchpad where we demonstrate how AI and data intelligence can unlock new possibilities for industry, jobs, and long-term economic growth.
This recognition reflects DDN’s values and strategy:
- Innovation with purpose – driving AI and data intelligence breakthroughs that transform enterprises globally, while reinforcing the industries that anchor our communities.
- Partnership for progress – collaborating with organizations like The Valley Economic Alliance and the Chatsworth Chamber of Commerce to strengthen regional manufacturing and prepare it for the AI-driven future.
- Leadership with vision – shaping the dialogue around how data at scale will fuel AI innovation, starting in our own community and extending worldwide.
The event also created an opportunity to connect with Congressman Brad Sherman, whose Chief of Staff expressed interest in visiting DDN to learn more about how our work is helping position the San Fernando Valley as a global hub for AI, data, and manufacturing excellence.
Looking ahead, DDN is proud to continue its annual sponsorship of the Chatsworth Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Community Luncheon, along with our active role in the Chamber’s Manufacturing Roundtable. Together with our support of local partners such as LAFD Station 96 and LAPD Devonshire Division’s S.O.L.I.D., these commitments reflect a core belief: AI leadership starts locally and scales globally. By investing in the San Fernando Valley, we are building the foundation for how DDN will shape the future of AI—driving progress across industries, strengthening economies, and advancing innovation worldwide. At DDN, we know that AI runs on data, and communities thrive on leadership. We’re proud to be recognized for both.
