Guest commentary: Black business ownership and bridging the wealth gap
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Gilbert McAllister The persistent wealth gap in the United States disproportionately affects Black and African American communities, where systemic barriers like limited access to capital and unequal opportunities hinder economic mobility and wealth creation. However, African American entrepreneurship offers a pathway toward individual and community empowerment. Central Coast Minority Enterprise Resource Affiliates (CCMERA), an Read More →
Guest commentary: Why and how your company should celebrate Women’s History Month
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Lois Phillips Women’s History Month has been celebrated every March for the last 45 years to honor the historical and societal impacts made by women all around the world. Unfortunately, companies tend to lag behind when it comes to seizing this opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of businesswomen in general as well as accomplished Read More →
Guest commentary: Three trends that will shape business in 2024
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Jason Bietz Last year was a dynamic year for businesses across all sectors in the Tri-Counites, including tourism, hospitality, aerospace, renewable energy and Ag tech. Artificial intelligence (AI) went from a novel technology to a more widely utilized business productivity tool, companies continued to invest in sustainable business practices, and digital business solutions helped Read More →
Guest commentary: Volatility and the markets in the first month of 2024
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Arthur G. Swalley Markets closed in 2023 with historically strong performance. US stocks mostly erased 2022’s losses. Bonds closed the year up on the back of a 5% rally in November and December but were unable to recoup 2022’s losses. The fall rally was touched off by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell saying that Read More →
Guest commentary: Why I helped form the California Central Coast Black Resiliency Fund
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Richard Beswick Most people who know me know that I hate talking about myself, but today I’d like to make an exception. As a child growing up in the inner city of south Minneapolis, I never questioned my parents’ position in society or why we lived where we lived. I came to expect no Read More →
Guest commentary: Sometimes you get what you pay for
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy John Grace Now that we are free from 2023 let’s do what it takes to manifest more, starting in 2024. You too can retire more decadent with a good mix of direction, behavioral adjustments, and consistent professional attention. Due to people making New Year’s resolutions, it’s common for gyms to experience a surge of Read More →
Guest commentary: Consider impact investing to make more of a statement
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Tom Washing Over the past fifteen years, a new investment class has emerged, and its momentum is accelerating — impact investing. Impact investing comprises investments made to generate social impact as well as realistic financial returns. Examples include companies whose products or services address today’s most unrelenting challenges in healthcare, the environment, climate change, Read More →
