Community West Bank acquires United Security Bank
Community West Bancshares will substantially grow its footprint in the Central Valley with the acquisition of United Security Bank in an all-stock transaction. The combined bank will operate under the Community West name, and assets will total around $5 billion, according to a statement announcing the merger on Dec. 17. Both bank boards have approved Read More →
Guest commentary: Peter Drucker, artificial intelligence, and the future of management
By Gerhard Apfelthaler Twenty years ago last month, Peter Drucker, still one of the most respected authorities on the practice of management, passed away. He would have also celebrated his 116th birthday. While it was too soon for him to witness the rise of artificial intelligence, he did anticipate the age of artificial intelligence long Read More →
Guest commentary: How to make the season work for you and avoid holiday stress
By Faith Freed It’s that time of year again. Just when you’ve done your best to meet expectations on Thanksgiving, here come Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s. The rush of festivities, shopping, and social obligations can feel more like an endurance test than a celebration. The question is how to shift from resisting the onslaught Read More →

805 Tech: A look back at a great year for Central Coast tech
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Our view: Susan A. is earning high marks at CSUCI
There’s a quiet movement afoot among CSU Channel Islands foundation members and other key stakeholders to advocate for Interim President Susan Andrzejewski to be named the next full-fledged president of the Camarillo campus. According to at least six people the Business Times spoke with in recent weeks, the arguments in her favor include her deep Read More →

CRE: Historic Ventura County Ranch hits the market for $44M
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Coalition for Family Harmony celebrates 50 years of helping
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