Lynda.com to expand with $186M private equity raise from TPG
Latest news, South Coast, Technology, Top StoriesCarpinteria-based Lynda.com has raised $186 milllion from a group of investors, earmarked for accelerating acquisitions, growth and new content Initiatives at the online learning platform.
TekTegrity expands footprint with Central Valley acquisition
Central Coast, Latest news, Technology, Top StoriesAlthough the value of the deal was not disclosed, the move solidified TekTegrity’s standing as San Luis Obispo County’s largest IT provider.
Bechtel named new VCCF leader
Latest news, Nonprofits, Top StoriesThe Ventura County Community Foundation has a new leader. Vanessa Bechtel, previously executive director of the Santa Barbara City College Foundation, is taking over as president and CEO of VCCF starting Feb. 9. The Foundation’s board of directors announced the appointment Jan. 8. “Vanessa represents the next generation of leadership for the foundation,” said VCCF Read More →
The Habit inks international expansion deal
Latest news, Restaurants, South Coast, Top StoriesThe Habit Burger Grill is headed to the Middle East, and maybe beyond. On Jan. 7, The Habit Restaurants Inc., the chain’s parent company, served up its first international franchise agreement with Food Quest Restaurant Management for the development of up to 50 new Habit restaurants. The agreement will put locations in six countries in the Read More →
