Viant Technology Jumps on Earnings
Digital ad company Viant Technology in Irvine said first-quarter revenue rose to $70.6 million, well above analysts’ estimates, sending the shares up 7.2% in after-hours trading. “With unique exposure to secular tailwinds and differentiated technology, we believe Viant is well positioned to outperform the broader advertising industry,” CEO Tim Vanderhook Read More
Masimo to Sell Sound United for $350M
Irvine-based medical device maker Masimo Corp. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its Sound United consumer audio business to Harman International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., for $350 million. “Since I took over as CEO, a key objective has been refocusing our Read More
Taco Bell’s Jason Kidd Jumps to Chipotle
Chipotle Mexican Grill has appointed Jason Kidd, the current global chief operating officer at Irvine’s Taco Bell, as its newest COO starting May 19. Kidd joins the Newport Beach-based chain (NYSE: CMG) to oversee nearly 3,800 restaurants and 130,000 employees as of March. Before he joined Taco Bell in Read More
Hoag Appoints Jack Sun Director of Cardiovascular Surgery
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian has appointed Dr. Jack Sun to lead the cardiovascular surgery program at Hoag’s Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute. “Dr. Sun’s arrival marks a new chapter for cardiac care at Hoag,” Hoag Chief Executive and President Robert Braithwaite said in a statement. The cardiovascular surgery Read More
Dangerous Assumptions Executives Make About Machine-Only Translation
In today’s global economy, translation isn’t just a support function—it’s a strategic necessity. As companies expand across borders, the ability to communicate clearly in multiple languages can directly affect market success, regulatory compliance, and brand perception. Despite this, many executives underestimate the risks of relying solely on machine translation. The Read More
Hyatt Regency Irvine Recognized as AAA Four Diamond Hotel
The recently renovated Hyatt Regency Irvine has won a AAA Four Diamond designation, making it the city’s second Four Diamond hotel after Marriott Irvine Spectrum made the list in 2022. It is the first time the property, most previously known as Hotel Irvine and owned by the Irvine Company, has Read More