Editor’s Note: Tim Nguyen, a Vietnamese refugee, co-founded the financial software firm MeridianLink in 1998, which went public and was sold in November in a $2 billion deal. Nguyen won a Business Journal Innovator of the Year award in 2021. Doug Wilson is the co-founder of the CEO Leadership Alliance Read More
CONSTRUCTION Tony Church has joined Cannon Building as President and Chief Operating Officer, a pivotal leadership position focused on strengthening the company’s operational capacity and supporting its strategic growth. In this role, he will oversee core business functions including operations, business development, and preconstruction. Church brings more than three decades Read More
BANKING Scott Mahl has joined Banc of California as Executive Vice President and Regional Manager for Orange County. In addition to serving the banking needs of commercial clients, Mahl is responsible for driving the bank’s growth and expanding its team in the region. He is based in Santa Ana. Mahl Read More
ANNIVERSARY Windes is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. Since its founding in 1926, the firm has grown from a small local practice into a multi-service organization recognized for its technical excellence, client service, and commitment to the communities it serves. Over the past century, Windes has expanded Read More
Laguna Beach Library Art For Kids Art Class Monday January 12 2026. Kids Art Class is A series of art classes, taught by a professional LOCA artist on Mondays at 4:30pm-5:30pm. Children age 5+ will learn different techniques to create their art projects. Free, all materials provided by LOCA Arts Read More
San Clemente Blood Drive Guide Monday January 12 2026. South Orange County American Red Cross Blood Drive Guide January 2026. South OC Beaches has all the info for you to give back at South Orange County Blood Drives! Monday January 12 2026: San Clemente at 1:00pm-7:00pm Christ Lutheran Church is Read More
Laguna Beach Library ESL Conversation Group Monday January 12 2026. Join in for a session of ESL conversation at 11:00am-12:00pm every Monday and Wednesday Morning. Practice English speaking and listening skills in a relaxed environment. Everyone is welcomed to attend! ESL Conversation Features Casual Conversation Practice English Learn New Words Read More
Laguna Beach Free Daily Trolley Guide Monday January 12 2026. Laguna Beach Free Daily Trolley Service Guide thru June 2026. You can ride the Laguna Beach Trolley to Dining, Shopping, Beaches and Dana Point. You can ride the Laguna Beach Trolley on Coast Highway daily to Dana Point. Residents and Read More
San Clemente Library Toddler Story Time Monday January 12 2026. Story Time is at 10:15am -11:00am on Mondays in 2026. This is a free family friendly event on every Monday morning. Toddler Story Time is for children ages 2-3 years. Story Time includes stories, music, movement, and fun! Stay and Read More
South OC Beaches Tides and Times Monday January 12 2026 4:08am High Tide 4.53 12:03pm Low Tide 0.71 6:39pm High Tide 2.71 10:04pm Low Tide 2.43 Sunrise is at 6:55am Sunset is at 5:03pm For more information please visit NOAA
