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![Pictured [L-R]: Tony Firenzi, Director of Strategic Affairs, Placer County Water Agency; Anne Sanger, Government Affairs
Manager, Department of Utilities, City of Sacramento, observing the final stage of this year’s Fall-run Chinook Salmon on
the American River just below Lake Natoma.](https://www.comstocksmag.com/sites/main/files/imagecache/tile/main-images/image_82.png?1704221861)
The RiverArc Project
SHIFTING WATER SUPPLIES FOR ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL VITALITY
The majority of the Sacramento area’s water resources come from the American River, a sensitive state- and federally-designated Wild & Scenic tributary of the Sacramento River. The RiverArc Project, a partnership of water agencies in the region, will shift a significant portion of that demand to the much larger Sacramento River.
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Alston Construction
DELIVERING A STATE-OF-THE-ART DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Established in 1986, Alston Construction has grown to 23 offices, providing design-build construction services in major markets nationwide. This general contractor’s primary goal is to deliver quality, cost-efficient projects that result in positive experiences for clients.
![Amanda Blackwood takes in the view at her former Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce office on Capitol Mall. (Photo by Fred Greaves)](https://www.comstocksmag.com/sites/main/files/imagecache/tile/main-images/leadership_amanda_blackwood_2022_09_15-fg1773.png?1703113292)
Getting to Know: Amanda Blackwood
The former CEO of the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce looks forward to her next chapter
Amanda Blackwood, the first full-time female CEO of the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, will step down at the end of 2023. Here are some of her thoughts about her nearly six years in office.
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Book Review: ‘Outgrowing Capitalism’ in a New Economic Era
In “Outgrowing Capitalism: Rethinking Money to Reshape Society and Pursue Purpose,” economic thought leader and future-of-work expert Marco Dondi invites us to reimagine our global economic framework, challenging the very foundations of how money is created and allocated in society.
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The Bosch Boom
Bosch’s acquisition of TSI Semiconductors in Roseville is expected to significantly impact the region’s economy, workforce and educational institutions
In August 2023, Bosch acquired TSI with the intention of producing silicon carbide chips, a major element in the production of electric vehicles. Bosch is betting that the global demand for silicon carbide chips will continue to grow and intends to invest $1.5 billion in the new fabrication.
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Bank of Marin
BRINGING EXCELLENCE TO LOCAL RELATIONSHIP BANKING
From supporting local businesses through lending to strengthening the places it calls home through volunteerism and corporate philanthropy, Bank of Marin has been honored to call the Greater Sacramento region home since it joined the community in 2021.
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![Pictured [L-R]: Erika Fatula, Paula Jenkins, Amy Dierlam, Jennifer Iwata, Matthew Krehe, Amanda McCarthy, Jena Edoho](https://www.comstocksmag.com/sites/main/files/imagecache/tile/main-images/image_72.png?1701721193)
GILBERT CPAS
LENDING A HELPING HAND TO HELP FEED THOSE IN NEED
Founded in 1984, Gilbert CPAs provides professional services to hundreds of nonprofit organizations and supports the nonprofit community through philanthropy as well. Gilbert cultivates relationships with many nonprofit clients, providing professional expertise and furthering their work through volunteering and financial support.
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![PICTURED [L-R]: JIM AMLICKE, COO & CFO; SHIVANI KUMAR, PROJECT ENGINEER; GRAYSON STEELE, PROJECT MANAGER;
NATALIE VIERRA, PROJECT ENGINEER; JOHN MEYERS, VICE PRESIDENT OF CONSTRUCTION](https://www.comstocksmag.com/sites/main/files/imagecache/tile/main-images/pacifcridge_1500x795_web_1.jpg?1701819374)
Pacific Ridge Builders, Inc.
CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE AND COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY
Founded in 2015, Pacific Ridge Builders, Inc. (PRB) has established roots in the Greater Sacramento area, emerging as a standout in the local CRE industry.
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How Investing Works
The road to investing is wide and full of many different kinds of drivers that often overlap. Here is a basic guide to understanding how various investors work and what makes each one unique.
![Lokesh Sikaria is the founder and managing partner of Moneta Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm in Folsom that invests in technology companies. Moneta Ventures has invested in more than 45 companies since 2014. (Photos by Wes Davis)](https://www.comstocksmag.com/sites/main/files/imagecache/tile/main-images/763a8104.png?1699652381)
Startup Revolution
The Capital Region’s emerging startup community is attracting big investments
Since 2020, the global economy has been mired in uncertainty. On Oct. 5, 2023, investors and entrepreneurs convened at the Roebbelen Center @The Grounds in Roseville to address certain questions regarding business in the Capital Region.