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Agriculture industry harvesting education to attract workers

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Investor wants Deckers Brands to consider sale

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Dubroff: Towbes created his own recipe for success in banking business

When Mike Towbes stepped down as chair at Montecito Bank & Trust on April 3, he deftly handed the reins of the region’s largest banking company to incoming Chair Janet Garufis and President George Leis. As with just about everything Towbes does, the move was carefully calibrated. At age 87, Towbes has earned the right Read More →
Caruso hires manager for Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito

Hotel leader and pioneer Ali Kasikci will assume the role of Hospitality Asset Manager, Office of the Chairman for Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito. Rick Caruso announced the appointment on Wednesday. “We are excited to welcome Ali Kasikci, a true legend in the global hospitality industry,” Caruso said. “With his experience leading some of the world’s Read More →
Montecito Bank & Trust owner Towbes stepping down as chairman

Updated at 8:40 p.m.: Montecito Bank & Trust founder and owner Michael Towbes will step down from his role as board chairman, the bank announced April 3. The bank, which will continue under ownership by a trust that is overseen by trustees, said it would propose naming current President and CEO Janet Garufis as CEO and Read More →