In this issue ISSUE 17 | 2024
SILICON SOCIETY How California’s tech boom shapes its culture and people
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CALIFORNIA UPSTART The Golden State continues to be fertile ground for tech enterprise and innovation
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VENTURE CAPITAL: YES OR NO? Essential steps to funding your big idea
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HELP PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS Five essential strategies to help safeguard your finances CONVENIENCE VS. CAUTION Navigating the pros and cons of modern technology HOW TO LAND A JOB IN TECH Preparing for a future with tomorrow’s tech giants
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EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS HELOCs and personal loans explained
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UNDER THE SUN Is solar energy still a viable option for California homeowners?
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MILLENIUM SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL Tech leader revolutionizes the beauty industry
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MY TECH ACADEMY Los Angeles business owner aims to bridge the digital divide GENERATION IX Family-owned company transforms into IT powerhouse TAKE 5 Q&A with Ryan Malstaff, Senior Vice President and Treasury Management Sales Manager at California Bank & Trust
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PUBLISHER California Bank & Trust (CB&T) EVP | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Jathan Segur
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER | MANAGING EDITOR Tom Stacey
MAGAZINE CONSULTANT Michelle Jacoby
VP | FEATURES EDITOR Kathryn Guinn
CONTRIBUTORS Aram Anthony, Julia De Simone, Bruce Farr, Debra Gelbart, Angela Muniz, Jake Poinier
VP | CREATIVE DIRECTOR Ron Gligic
SENIOR DESIGNERS Nathan Joseph and Diana Ramos
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