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Goodwill Southern California honored
Charity Navigator issued Goodwill Southern California its highest rating of four stars for the seventh consecutive year.
PACC Automotive: Celebrating 20 years in business
To many, the car is a means for them to get from one place to another. But to people like Dan Carpenter, a car and each of its myriad parts translate into one big puzzle.
Six Flags sees slight growth
Six Flags, Inc., owner of the Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor theme parks in Valencia, reported a slight increase in total revenues, but dip in total attendance for its second quarter, according to a statement released Monday.
Online marketing: You could do it, too!
As the media continues to harp on the poorly-running economy, top executives are wondering if there are any inexpensive, quickly-performed actions that can be taken to improve their marketing.
ITT Technical Institute director to speak at VIA luncheon
John Silver, director of career services for ITT Technical Institute in Sylmar, will be the keynote speaker at the next Valley Industrial Association luncheon on Aug. 19, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Local business expands services to Santa Clarita
HR Express & Logistics has extended its delivery services to the Santa Clarita Valley after spending 14 years serving Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.
Valley Publications Unlimited acquires Santa Clarita Valley Living Magazine
Santa Clarita's Valley Publications Unlimited, local publishers of Santa Clarita Free Classifieds and Canyon Country Magazine, is now publishing Santa Clarita Valley Living Magazine.
SCV home sales continue to rise
Sales of single-family homes and condos in the Santa Clarita Valley posted the fifth consecutive month of increased activity in June and the Southland Regional Association of Realtors believes the local residential real estate market is improving and will continue to remain on the rebound in the coming months.
Local doctor to discuss reverse sun damage
Dr. Van Veloso, medical director and co-owner of Infinity MedSpa in Valencia, will host an informational meeting on Aug. 14 about the current medical treatments and procedures that reverse the negative effects of sun-damaged skin. The talk is set to begin at 7 p.m. and will take place at Infinity MedSpa, located in the Promenade Town Center, 27019 McBean Parkway in Valencia.
Business briefs
Small business counseling available Starting Aug. 5, local business owners and entrepreneurs will be able to schedule free one-on-one business counseling sessions with representatives from the Small Business Development Center at the College of the Canyons Canyon Country campus. The SBDC, which has been ranked No. 1 in the network of centers in the Los Angeles area, promotes and stimulates the growth of small businesses by providing expert, no- or low-cost business, financial and loan ...
Bank of Santa Clarita reports strong growth
Bank of Santa Clarita reported last week that its net income grew to $102,000 during the second quarter ending June 30.
Business briefs
Advertising group sees rise in membership Advertising Professionals of North Los Angeles County, the local chapter of the American Advertising Federation, has seen an increase in membership during the first half of 2008. From January through June, 11 new members joined the professional group that serves the Santa Clarita, Antelope and San Fernando valleys. ADPROS meets at noon on the third Friday of every month at Salt Creek Grille in Valencia. For more information, contact ...
Local jobless rate jumps up again
The city's unemployment rate increased to 4.3 percent in June, a jump from May's 3.9 percent, according to the state's Employment Development Department.
Business briefs
The Heart Link Network launches SCV chapter Kelli Hagen will introduce The Heart Link Network, a women's networking organization, to Santa Clarita during a dinner and networking event set for July 22 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Santa Clarita is the newest location for a Heart Link chapter. Dawn Billings is the CEO and founder of The Heart Link Network, a marketing and networking organization designed specifically around the female endocrine system. To RSVP to ...
Shield Healthcare offers assistance
Shield Healthcare of Valencia moved up the effective date of its annual wage increase for hourly employees by six months. The new increase was effective July 1.
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Median household income fell 7.3 percent in recession
SBDC has a record year
The Santa Clarita-based Small Business Development Center had its most successful year to date in 2012, according to the business assistance center on Wednesday.
Enterprise Zone audit reveals no major flaws
An exhaustive five-day audit of Santa Clarita's Enterprise Zone resulted in the program being given a green light with regards to running of the program and credits granted.
Santa Clarita: SBDC Annual Report Highlights Clients' Small Business Success
SANTA CLARITA - In 2012, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by College of the Canyons experienced its most successful operational year to date, with SBDC assisted clients combining to start 53 new small businesses and create or retain 937 local jobs.
U.S. HealthWorks appoints new VP of sales
Jeanne Osterlund has been promoted to Vice President of Sales at Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks.
Kaiser Permanente expanding its practice
Kaiser Permanente first opened its doors to Santa Clarita residents in 1994. But in October 2012, the integrated managed care medical group purchased a second building in Valencia.
AAF 2013 ADDY Award Winners are announced
Several local companies won ADDY awards last week from the American Advertising Federation's Los Angeles North chapter.
Lean manufacturing to be discussed
Lean Manufacturing is the topic at the Valley Industry Association business luncheon on April 16.
Princess Cruises’ newest ship is floated out
Construction of Princess Cruises' newest ship, "Regal Princess," reached a milestone Friday when the cruise ship was floated out of its building dock at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.
New name, focus for construction company
When 23-year-old Jim Coffey started Jimco Electrical Construction in 1988, he had little more than a pickup truck to work out of, a couple years of on-the-job training and a buzz of enthusiasm for electrical construction.
Retailer says buying habits have shifted
First opened in 1972, retailer Bouquet Auto Parts has been a part of the economic changes and trends in Santa Clarita for over 40 years, said its co-owner, Owen Powell.
Office vacancies fall
The economic snapshot report for December 2012 was released by the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation – or SCVEDC – on March 21.
U.S. HealthWorks appoints Strickland national director
Scott Strickland has been appointed as National Director of Therapy Services for Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks.
Purchasing a home can be tricky these days
Editor's Note: This is the last of a two-part series on the local real estate market. Last Sunday's story focused on the homeowner, or seller. Today's story focuses on the buyer.
Men’s Wearhouse founder speaks at VIA B2B
"Compassion and forgiveness are just as important as accountability and hard work," said George Zimmer, founder and executive chairman of the Men's Wearhouse.
