Local, national economy experts give their take on emerging trade war
Despite the pause on tariffs that helped markets and optimism recover on April 9, the impact that could be felt from them here in the tri-county region, including Santa Barbara, once the 90 days are up, is still lingering. That is what economic experts shared about the looming trade war during the 2025 Santa Barbara Read More →
Kate Farms sells majority stake to Danone
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Amy Weaver officially steps into CEO role at Direct Relief
Former Salesforce CFO Amy Weaver is officially launching the next stage of her career, taking over as CEO of Direct Relief. Though the Santa Barbara-based nonprofit announced Weaver’s hire a few months ago, she officially started in the role on May 5. Weaver joins Direct Relief from Salesforce, where she served since 2020 as President Read More →
A sitdown with the Santa Barbara Zoo’s new CEO
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George Leis leads CalPrivate’s expansion into region
Central Coast residents have a new banking option as CalPrivate Bank opens a new branch in Montecito led by veteran banker George Leis. Leis, who will serve as the executive vice president and market president, has a long career in Santa Barbara County, most recently serving as the president and COO of Montecito Bank & Read More →
Pitchfest showcases startup talent from the region
It has been a big couple of years for Santa Barbara-based Cadense. Since 2024, the footwear company has been off to the races, finally getting its product into the hands of some consumers and generating roughly $2.2 million in revenue last year. Now, the company is even more in the spotlight in the Santa Barbara community Read More →
