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Most Influential
Our roundup of the best and brightest leaders in the Tri-County region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: February 10, 2023
Central Coast Innovation Awards
Our report of entrepreneurs in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties who are pushing the envelope by creating new products, services and solutions. This report is presented alongside the Startup Village, which recognizes bold and innovative ideas from college students in the region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: February 24, 2023
Who’s Who in Commercial Real Estate & Construction
Our report of the top leaders in the Tri-County's construction, general contractor and associated industries.
- PUBLICATION DATE: March 10, 2023
Top Women
Our report on the region's top female leaders, including entrepreneurs, non-profit heads and those involved in public service.
- PUBLICATION DATE: March 23, 2023
Professional Careers & Higher Education
Our annual report on what's happening in higher education and other fields.
- PUBLICATION DATE: April 7, 2023
Business Hall of Fame/Legacy
Our annual report celebrating significant business leaders in the community and the businesses that have reached incredible milestones.
- PUBLICATION DATE: April 21, 2023
Central Coast Best Places to Work
Our report on the best places to work along the Central Coast as determined by surveys and employee feedback.
- PUBLICATION DATE: May 19, 2023
- SURVEY DEADLINE EXTENDED: April 28, 2023
Who’s Who in Banking & Finance
Our report on the top leaders in banks, credit unions and other financial institutions throughout the Tri-County region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: June 9, 2023
Latino Business Awards
Our report on the top Latin business owners in the Tri-County region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: June 23, 2023
Who’s Who in Agriculture & Viticulture
Our annual report profiles leaders in farming, ranching, food processing, cannabis and winemaking.
- PUBLICATION DATE: July 14, 2023
Spirit of Small Business
The Business Times has partnered with the U.S. Small Business Administration to celebrate small business with profiles of innovative companies, how-to articles and a resource guide.
- PUBLICATION DATE: July 28, 2023
Champions in Health Care
During an era of unprecedented challenges in health care, we profile the region’s top practitioners, researchers, administrators and front-line workers.
- PUBLICATION DATE: August 11, 2023
40 Under Forty
Our popular special report profiles 40 up-and-coming businessmen and women under 40 years of age.
- PUBLICATION DATE: August 25, 2023
Giving Guide
Our annual advertorial publication provides in-depth information on the region’s dynamic non-profit sector.
- PUBLICATION DATE: September 8, 2023
Fastest-Growing Companies
This special report lists the region’s fastest-growing companies with editor’s choice profiles of compelling stories
- PUBLICATION DATE: September 22, 2023
Who’s Who in Professional Services
We recognize the leading attorneys and certified public accountants in private practice in the region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: October 27, 2023
Who's Who in Health Care, Insurance Services & Life Sciences
Our Who’s Who report profiles dozens of decision-makers in the health care, life sciences and insurance.
- PUBLICATION DATE: November 3, 2023
Fall Economic Forecast and 2023 Tax & Financial Planning Guide
We present articles and expert panels on the investment and economic outlook for the New Year and top tax trends.
- PUBLICATION DATE: November 17, 2023
Who’s Who in Nonprofits & Foundations
This special report profiles leaders in fundraising, foundations, community service and arts organizations.
- PUBLICATION DATE: December 15, 2023
2024 Book of Lists
Our final special report of the year compiles the Top 25 lists we’ve published during the year and adds new lists to create the most comprehensive directory of businesses in the tri-county region.
- PUBLICATION DATE: December 29, 2023