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Bakersfield Reorganizes Clean City Program, Impacting Downtown Businesses

City streamlines contracts and adjusts service levels, raising concerns from local business owners

Hospitality as a Business Strategy

How the way you host events says more about your company than you realize

Temecula Highlights Citywide Infrastructure Investments in Newsletter

City's 'Inside Temecula: Citywide Projects Edition' showcases how strategic planning and public works projects support long-term economic growth.

Expedia CFO Reveals 'Radical' Company Shift

Scott Schenkel says Expedia has overhauled its strategy and metrics over the past 6-9 months.

Entrepreneur Daniel Gestetner Discusses Resilience and Redefining Success on Podcast

Echoes Across Time host Tim Levy interviews Gestetner on leadership, family, and building a meaningful life beyond financial outcomes.

Paramount Wins Bidding War for Warner Bros. Discovery, But at What Cost?

Netflix walks away from deal, highlighting the importance of capital allocation discipline in M&A.

Safari West Transitions to Nonprofit Organization

The 400-acre wildlife preserve in Sonoma County will be managed by the newly formed Safari West Zoological Society.

East County EDC Names Matt Sanford as New President and CEO

Sanford brings nearly 20 years of economic development experience to the role.

Sacramento Considers Parking Meter Hike to Address Budget Deficit

City officials propose raising rates and expanding paid parking to help close $66 million shortfall.

Lisa Vanderpump's $140 Million Net Worth in 2025

A Closer Look at Her Growing Fortune

Andersen Consulting Expands Digital Transformation Offering with Aesys

Collaboration agreement strengthens Andersen's technology and systems integration capabilities

Faye Awarded Top Honors at SugarCRM 2026 Sales Kickoff

Faye recognized as New Logo Partner of the Year and for Top Customer Growth Performance

Vacaville City Council Approves $150,000 for Downtown Business Improvement District

DVBID to continue operations through 2026 as it seeks more sustainable funding model

Sausalito Eases Formula Retail Restrictions

City plans to allow larger chains in Marinship area, more boutique businesses in other zones.

GigaCloud Technology Inc Featured in Yale School of Management Case Study

The case explores GigaCloud's transition from a B2C-focused retailer to a B2B marketplace platform serving the large-parcel sector.

ISSIP Appoints Two New Board Directors for 2026-2027 Service

Jeffrey Borek of IBM and Jens Neuhüttler of Fraunhofer Institute bring service science and innovation leadership to global non-profit

ISSIP Appoints Two New Board Directors for 2026-2027 Service

Jeffrey Borek of IBM and Jens Neuhüttler of Fraunhofer Institute bring service science and innovation leadership to global non-profit

ACCA Qualification Seen as Business Strategy Tool, Not Just Accounting

The ACCA credential is now valued across diverse industries beyond traditional accounting roles.

Tacori Jewelry Celebrates 40 Years of Family Legacy

Immigrant roots, family passion, and American-made craftsmanship drive iconic luxury brand's success.

San Diego Cuts Funding for Gaslamp Promenade, Halting Pedestrian Plaza Plan

The city's withdrawal of funding for daily bollard operations has stalled the Gaslamp Promenade project, leaving business owners and the local association at odds.