Gerhard: Punitive tariffs are well-intentioned, but will hurt Americans in the long run
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionWill you be buying a washing machine next year? You will not be alone. In 2023, 13.3 million washing machines were sold in the United States, and similar numbers are expected to be purchased in the years to come. Over decades, consumers enjoyed an increasing number of choices, better technology, and lower prices — whether they Read More →
Guest commentary: Legislative deal on California Private Attorneys General Act is a win for Ventura County businesses
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Danielle Borja & Nancy Lindholm In a state legislature that rarely delivers good news for employers, businesses throughout Ventura County can celebrate the historic agreement between business groups and labor advocates that brings meaningful reform to California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). This agreement took the form of two bills (SB 92 and AB Read More →
Guest commentary: Pacifica’s promise to supply the community with professional mental health experts
Higher Education, Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Dr. Dylan Martinez Francisco Pacifica Graduate Institute cares about the community. This is at the heart of its new initiative called Pacifica Promise — a ten-year vision of Dr. Leonie Mattison, the President and CEO of Pacifica, inspired by a listening tour that included engaging with the public to understand the needs of the Read More →
Guest commentary: Preparation trumps prediction, learn from endowments
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy John Grace Endowments, with their pioneering strategies, have long been a source of inspiration for the securities industry. Their innovative approaches can be a beacon of hope for individual investors, igniting a desire to enhance their understanding of investment strategies and inspiring them to explore new possibilities. Endowments operate under vastly different conditions than Read More →
Guest commentary: Home insurance is skyrocketing, but here’s what you can do about it
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Salena Bracamontes It’s become an all-too-common scenario for California homeowners. A letter arrives in the mail from your home insurance company informing you that your coverage won’t be renewed. You did nothing wrong. Maybe you’ve had the same insurance company for decades and never filed a claim. Yet now you’re faced with having to quickly Read More →
Guest commentary: New bill helps volunteers re-coop their charitable efforts
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Tammy Glenn Volunteers go the extra mile, but at what cost? The estimated value of a volunteer hour of service, according to the University of Maryland’s Do Good Institute is $33.49; up 5.3% from 2022. That’s $33.49 per hour that volunteers don’t actually pocket, but the value sends a loud and clear message — especially in the world Read More →
Guest commentary: Is a Master’s of Business Administration degree still worth it?
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Gerhard Apfelthaler & Vlad Vaiman Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) has long been considered one of the most effective ways for an early- or mid-career professional to boost their earnings potential. In recent years, however, the return on investment for graduate business education has been questioned. From concerned prospective students to the Read More →
