Year: 2026

Montage International is working part of the land of its 258-acre Montage Healdsburg in Sonoma County to provide an exclusive, namesake luxury product at all its hotels—a Montage wine collection.  Founder Alan Fuerstman partnered with renowned winemaker Jesse Katz to turn 15.5 acres of the Healdsburg resort in Alexander Valley Read More

BANKING Brett Jones has joined J.P. Morgan Private Bank in Orange County as a Vice President and Banker. He guides business owners and families through liquidity events, retirement, and estate planning with a tax-efficient approach tailored to long-term goals. Jones joins the firm from Charles Schwab.

HEALTHCARE Inneo Lab has named Jason Sakamoto, VP of Strategy and Business Development. Sakamoto brings more than twenty years in healthcare innovation and commercialization experience, previously leading the Biodesign Program at TMC Innovation within the Texas Medical Center. Sakamoto will help shape Inneo Lab’s innovation strategy and advance commercialization opportunities.

INSURANCE Morris & Garritano was recently recognized in two national insurance industry rankings: Business Insurance’s Top 100 U.S. Brokers and The Hales Report Top 100 U.S. Agents & Brokers. One of the nation’s largest privately held agencies, they remain committed to independent ownership, client relationships, and long-term service.  

NONPROFIT Avery Huffer   OCG, which advances equity by creating strategic alignment among regional philanthropists and nonprofits, has added two dynamic team members whose diverse experiences and commitment to uplifting vulnerable communities will expand the organization’s capacity to collaborate across Orange County’s philanthropic sectors. A UCSB graduate and former Chief Read More

LAW Irvine, California — Miller Miller Gerber LLP is proud to announce its recognition as a top-ranked law firm by Chambers and Partners, one of the most respected legal ranking institutions worldwide. This distinction reflects the firm’s commitment to excellence, client service, and strong results across its practice areas. Published Read More

NONPROFIT Wish kid, Sebastian Gonzalez, and auctioneer, Kenny Shirey Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire is proud to present its annual Wish Gala on Saturday, October 17, at the stunning Pendry Newport Beach. This year’s black-tie celebration, Art of Wishes, honoring Carie and Anthony Ferry, highlights the creativity and imagination that Read More

NONPROFIT KidWorks, a California-based nonprofit, is proud to welcome four distinguished Orange County leaders to its volunteer Board of Directors, strengthening its mission to inspire purpose and expand opportunities for students in Santa Ana. Valerie Torrey is a retired assistant superintendent of Special Education and Student Services for Garden Grove Read More