Archive By Section - Local Business
Local VP has game-changing role
Imagine sitting down with family and friends two Sundays from now one of the most-watched television events of the year, the Super Bowl, and the game-changer isn't necessarily which team scores the most touchdowns.
SCV business planner
Friday, Jan. 28 11:30 a.m. Grand Opening Bake You Happy cupcake store. 23628 Valencia Blvd., Valencia. Info.: www.bakeuhappy.com or Kim Thurman at (661) 373-6597. Monday, Jan. 31 6 p.m. Castaic Chamber installation Annual Dinner Installation and Community Awards Banquet. Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia. Info.: Latisha Smith at president@castaicchamber.com. Tuesday, Feb. 1 7:30-8:30 a.m. VIA STAR Committee Meeting VIA Office, 25709 Rye Canyon Road, Suite 105, Valencia. RSVP: www.via.org/Calendar. 8 a.m. ...
Developers break ground on green-friendly buildings
When many people hear the phrase "industrial building," visions of large, dark, aesthetically tasteless structures come to mind. The new Avalon Business Center in the Valencia Commerce Center plans on changing that image.
Santa Clarita man named vice president of operations for Togo’s
Rand Ferris, a resident of Santa Clarita, has been named vice president of operations for Togo's Sandwiches. Ferris will assume all responsibilities for operations including: franchised and company-owned restaurant operations, training and new restaurant construction.
Chamber honors local businesses, members
The annual Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Recognition & Installment Dinner was held Friday evening at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Ed Masterson, former interim chamber president, served as the event's master of ceremonies.
City succeeds despite economy
Behind many successful businesses are savvy business owners who are almost a brand unto themselves because the company is so closely identified with the owner. For example, which is the better known name: Donald Trump or the Trump Organization?
Week in Review
Did you miss these stories? "A look at the row: Valencia BMW" For more than three decades, BMW has sold vehicles under the slogan "ultimate driving machine." Long-known for high-quality sedans, BMW has introduced a number of new vehicles in recent years, from SUVs to sporty coupes. The new 6 Series, coming out in April, features both a coupe and convertible. The newly redesigned SUV X3 models just went on sale. "Cookbook ...
Business Education
Monday, Jan. 24 2-4 p.m. Interview coaching Free. Santa Clarita WorkSource Center, COC, University Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, #250, Santa Clarita. Info.: www.scworksource.com. RSVP: (661) 799-9675 or e-mail wscc@santa-clarita.com. Wednesday, Jan. 26 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. SBDC - monster marketing mistakes Free plus $2 parking. Find out if you are making marketing mistakes in your business and discuss your company's marketing efforts. COC, Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook ...
Landscape company stays green in climate
Stay Green Inc., a family-run company, began in the garage of Richard and Charlene Angelo's San Fernando Valley home in 1970, with one truck, a handful of residential customers and a vision for providing the best landscape services anywhere.
SCV Business Planner
Friday, Jan. 21 6:30-10:30 p.m. Annual installation banquet/dinner SCV Chamber of Commerce, $85. Installation of Board members and business of the year awards. Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, Santa Clarita. Contact: LKirchhoff@scvchamber.com. Saturday, Jan. 22 6 p.m. Castaic Chamber Installation Annual Dinner Installation and Community Awards Banquet. Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia. Info.: Latisha Smith at president@castaicchamber.com. Wednesday, Jan. 26 9:30-10:30 a.m. SCV Masterminds SCV Chamber of Commerce, ...
Workshop stresses the importance of technology for the Hispanic market
Ariel Coro, founder of Tu Tecnología and the California Community Colleges' Economic & Workforce Development Program, announces Tecnifícate, an educational workshop series focused on stressing the importance of technology in the personal and professional development of Hispanics.
Fleischmann to join Amerifund Lending Group
Linda Fleischmann will be joining Amerifund Lending Group as an independent mortgage loan officer Jan. 30.
Updated: A charitable ride on red carpets
A new star escorted dignitaries at the 68th annual Golden Globe awards ceremony last weekend, adorned by eco-friendly fabrics such as luxurious suede and accessorized by cork, bamboo and recycled jute materials.
Cookbook shop to close after street renovation
After nearly five years of selling cookbooks and kitchen gadgets in Newhall, retailer Cookbooks Plus has announced it is closing.
A look at the Row: Valencia BMW
Editor's note: First in an occasional series on local dealerships and their automotive manufacturers' unique histories.
Articles by Section - Local Business
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.
