Breaking: FEMA authorizes federal funds for use for Mountain Fire
In an effort to contain the Mountain Fire, which has scorched more than 10,000 acres across Ventura County and burned down more than two dozen homes, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced the use of federal funds to assist California firefighters. The fire started on the morning of Nov. 6 near the 7900 block of Read More →
Teledyne makes largest purchase since FLIR deal
It has been a busy week for Thousand Oaks-based Teledyne Technologies. Just a few days after the technology and defense conglomerate announced it had made an acquisition, Teledyne announced it made an even bigger purchase the morning of Nov. 6. In an effort to bolster its aerospace and defense electronics business, Teledyne announced it has acquired select businesses in Read More →
Teledyne makes $57.3M purchase
Thousand Oaks-based Teledyne Technologies has acquired Mircopac Industries, a manufacturer of microelectronic circuits and sensors for military, aerospace and medical applications. Teledyne purchased the Texas-based company for $20 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $57.3 million taking into account Micropac’s net debt as of Aug. 24, the company announced Nov. 4. “We Read More →
Santa Maria’s new city manager levels it up
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Portfolio watch
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Relying on hope is not a strategy for continued success
By Gerhard Apfelthaler Few phrases are as iconic, cautionary, and maybe overused as “hope is not a strategy.” Popularized by a book published in 2003, it is a reminder that while optimism is important, success ultimately hinges on other things — understanding your environment, setting your goals, charting a course, and then executing, executing, executing. Too Read More →
Guest commentary: Four strategies to maximize your charitable giving as holiday season approaches
By Sarah Reznick There is nothing like the feeling of giving during the holidays — the simple act of giving fosters a sense of connection with others and a sense of fulfillment. Spreading kindness has been clinically proven to have a positive impact on our mood and our self-esteem. So, as the year begins to wind down, the Read More →
