Higher learning and entrepreneurship were Anthony Lee’s destiny. The intersection of education and creating new business opportunities was something Lee witnessed firsthand through his father. “My father had a huge influence on me,” Lee told a crowd of nearly 400 people when he received the Business Journal’s Excellence in Entrepreneurship Read More
Two Irvine-based companies are teaming up to make exterior and interior upgrades at an assisted living property in San Clemente. MBK Senior Living and IRA Capital, both headquartered in Irvine, announced they will be making building upgrades at San Clemente Villas by the Sea. The 137-unit property is an assisted Read More
Todd Watts said PatientFi LLC has had its fair share of challenges. It faced close calls in the pandemic when doctors’ offices shut down and bank lending paused, affecting the amount of demand for its payment platform to pay for elective procedures. “We mapped out on a whiteboard, ‘Okay, these Read More
Music to Our Ears The Philharmonic Society of Orange County celebrated the launch of its Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra residency with the Philharmonic Ball on March 9 at The Westin South Coast Plaza. The black-tie event raised $1.6 million to support the Society’s artistic programs and youth music education, including Strike Read More
Traffic management firm Econolite has launched Autoscope OptiVu, its latest AI-powered solution designed to improve traffic flow on roads and at intersections. This advanced high-definition video detection system accurately tracks vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians in real time. The new camera and video processor offers precise object classification, full-screen tracking and Read More
There’s a new King of the Hill in Corona del Mar, and it’s a six-bedroom and nine-bathroom estate at 2201 Bayside Drive. Newport Beach real estate agent Garrett Weston sold the luxury coastal house for $26 million, marking a new all-time high for a house sold in Corona del Mar. Read More
Dear Valued Readers,We are thrilled to present the 2025 Giving Guide, highlighting over 77 incredible nonprofits that reflect the strength and generosity of Orange County’s nonprofit community. We extend our deepest gratitude to the underwriters whose generous support made it possible for so many organizations to participate this year. A Read More
Picasso Bhowmik Construction Picasso Bhowmik joins LCS Constructors as Executive Vice President-Construction to drive growth and innovation. Bhowmik brings 21 years of experience in construction leadership to complex manufacturing and technical facilities including healthcare. Bhowmik will focus on enhancing services, expanding into new industries, and mentoring teams to manage larger Read More
Cheryl Flohr Nonprofit As her time on the SCO Board concludes after 10 years, Cheryl Flohr is recognized for her leadership. Her dedication has been crucial in advancing the mission to alleviate hunger and homelessness in Orange County, leaving a lasting impact on the organization and community. Previous articleOn the Read More
Karen Walker Johnson Health Care Clever Care Health Plan, a Medicare Advantage organization committed to culturally competent healthcare, has appointed Karen Walker Johnson as its Chief Executive Officer. Johnson has successfully led the organization as Interim CEO over the past year and will continue to bring strategic leadership and operational Read More
