Women in Leadership: Risa Omega
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Risa Omega is president and general manager of ABC10, currently the most-awarded newsroom in the Capital Region.
Women in Leadership: Carrie Lane
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
A 31-year veteran of the California Association for Highway Patrolmen, Carrie Lane has risen through the ranks to become CEO.
Sacramento and Solano Counties Square Off With California Over Mental Health Duties
Sacramento and Solano counties are in a standoff with the state over mental health coverage for a portion of Medicaid patients in those counties — a dispute that threatens to disrupt care for nearly 50,000 low-income residents receiving treatment for severe mental illness.
Nominate the Region’s Top Young Leaders
Each year, Comstock’s selects up-and-coming leaders throughout the Capital Region to feature in our Young Professionals issue. Use this form to nominate a mover and shaker age 40 or younger who inspires you. Deadline for submissions is April 7.
Women in Leadership: Lakhwinder Kaur
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Lakhwinder Kaur started out as a teller, and was quickly promoted to a personal banker. From there, it was a long, steady climb to her current role with Five Star Bank, where she oversees the Sacramento Valley market with an emphasis on community involvement and outreach.
Women in Leadership: Becky Johnson
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
As tribal administrator of the United Auburn Indian Community, Becky Johnson provides recommendations and implements decisions relating to programs such as the tribal school, social services, and cultural and historic preservation.
Women in Leadership: Bonnie Ferreira
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Bonnie Ferreira helms the Mountain Valley Chapter of the American Leadership Forum, a cohort from all walks of life, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and industries that represents multiple counties to explore challenges facing the region, connect with one another and develop their leadership skills.
Women in Leadership: Regina Cuellar
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Regina Cuellar is chairwoman of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, a Placerville-based federally recognized tribe — one of 109 in California.
Startup of the Month: Optimized Foods
Davis company cultivates caviar without harming fish
Optimized Foods, a Davis-based food tech startup, has created a new kind of caviar that is sustainable, nutritious and, most notably, fish-free.
Women in Leadership: Leah Burdick
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
As chief growth officer of PRIDE Industries, Leah Burdick connects people with disabilities with resources and ultimately jobs.