Witman: Plan now for post-pandemic future
OpinionBy Paul Witman It was not that long ago when businesses, especially startups, talked about viral scalability as something they really hoped to need. They worked toward making their business “go viral,” spreading rapidly among a population of new users and driving up demand, revenue and eventually profits. The term “viral” carries a more ominous Read More →
Giving to your family, not the IRS
Columns, Latest newsBy John Ambrecht For some time, I have been watching the effects of the COVID-19 crisis on federal interest rates that control estate planning options and strategies. I’ve also considered possible changes in the estate and gift tax law if Joe Biden were elected and power shifts in Washington. Make no mistake: If you have Read More →
Towner: Businesses have a crucial role to play in suppressing COVID-19
Latest news, OpinionLast week, California Governor Gavin Newsom reintroduced restrictions on public venues in attempt to control a surge in COVID-19 infections. The order called for closing all indoor operations at bars, wineries, tasting rooms, movie theaters, family entertainment centers, zoos, museums and cardrooms. Closer to home, Ventura County public health officials are closely watching the number Read More →
Carson: Connectivity is new electricity in pandemic
Higher Education, Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Loredana Carson The current pandemic has sharpened our focus on many issues in the past 90 days, and it is important that these crucial matters do not recede from view as the virus ebbs and flows. The past three months of physical distancing has shown how fragile our ecosystem really is. According to the Read More →
Light: How to shed extra weight at your company
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Eich: U.S. Navy leadership needs a reset
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Torres: Beat racism with diverse workforce
Latest news, Op/EdsBy Jesus Torres In this new era of addressing systemic racism, Amazon’s Alexa and Apple’s Siri have become “woke.” Go ahead and ask them if black lives matter. The callous murder of George Floyd by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has forced us to confront our shameful legacy of racism and oppression. While past Read More →
