Christina Bibler

Director, Economic Development Department
City of San Diego
San Diego, CA

Christina Bibler is an award-winning economic development professional who has led initiatives supporting economic prosperity for local government for nearly two decades. She joined the City of San Diego three years ago as the lead for business expansion, attraction and retention and was recently appointed the new Director of Economic Development. Christina is a strong advocate for ensuring economic opportunities offered by local government are inclusive and inviting. She champions programs that embrace innovation, lead to efficiencies, and community success. Previously, Christina served as Economic Development Manager for the City of Carlsbad, leading its initiatives that brought forth a workforce training institute, significant business expansions, and a talent attraction campaign. Beyond California’s borders Christina spent six years in Colorado as the Redevelopment Program Manager and Economic Development Administrator for the City of Fort Collins and City of Thornton, respectively. Notable recognition's include nomination as one of California Women’s Leadership Association’s 2016 Women to Watch; an award as of one of the Top 25 Most Influential Young Professionals by ColoradoBiz Magazine; and, as a graduate of the LEAD San Diego Impact class of 2015, receipt of the Herbert G. Klein Memorial Leadership Award. Christina was recognized for completing the California Issues and Trends Program of Leadership through Leadership California in 2017.

A San Diego native, Christina earned her Master’s Degree in City Planning, certificate in Community and Economic Development, and Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences from San Diego State University. She is passionate about giving back and serves as a philanthropic member of the San Diego Women’s Foundation. She resides in north San Diego county with her husband, Chad, a U.S. Navy Commander; and their children, Jonah, 11; Lincoln, 7; and Everett, 1.