Spirit of Small Business 2011 event photos
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Banking on oysters: Ventura hosts entrepreneur’s shellfish venture
Mark Reynolds has chosen to live in what he calls the “vast expanse of nothing” of Mexico’s Baja California growing oysters and clams organically and sustainably.
Special brew: Indy coffee shops hold their own against big boys
Independent coffee shops in the Tri-Counties are thriving, despite competition with Starbucks and other big names.
Getting your name out there: Area PR gurus share their secrets
The Business Times asked two marketing experts for advice on how to thrive in a difficult economy.
Peddling fun: Rental firm builds a coast-to-coast empire
Ventura-based Wheel Fun has grown into a coast-to-coast franchising empire with more than 100 locations.
Gaining altitude: Area travel agency expands
Santa Barbara Travel is flying through industry turbulence, expanding recently with the acquisition of a rival firm.
A century of chugging along: Santa Maria Valley Railroad turns 100
The Santa Maria Valley Railroad owns only 14 miles of mainline track, but that is enough to turn a profit.
