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Financial Advisory Firm Leads with Culture and Community Engagement
Van Hulzen Financial Advisors
Van Hulzen Financial Advisors features uncommon investment capabilities paired with a magnetic, local culture and a commitment to make transformational impacts in the community. “Our people and culture set us apart,” says Nathan Torinus, CEO. “Financial advice is only as good as the motivations of those providing it.

Encouraging Economic Equity
Deneva Shelton, the Sacramento community manager of JPMorgan
Chase, wants to use her expertise to increase Sacramentans’
financial opportunities.

Yoga Classes, Therapy and 401(k)s
California businesses are beefing up benefits to attract workers
California businesses are responding to a labor shortage with social media pleas, hiring incentives, bonuses and new benefits. So far, workers, particularly in the service industry, are seeing wages rise.

How Supporting Local Minority-Owned Enterprises Helps Everyone
Here are four ways to support the Capital Region’s diverse small business owners — and why it matters.

On the Rise: Melissa Granville
Meet 12 young professionals who are shaping their industries and the Capital Region
Melissa Granville, principal at Capitol Impact, has pointed all her professional efforts toward making a positive social impact in her community.

On the Rise: Crystaline Combs
Meet 12 young leaders who are shaping their industries and the Capital Region
In the wake of George Floyd’s death in May 2020, Crystaline Combs stepped into an unexpected role outside of her regular “day job” as vice president and consumer and business banking administrative manager at the U.S. Bank Sacramento Main Branch.

What Worked in 2020?
Business owners and financial experts weigh in
Capital Region business owners say they’ve learned how to keep their personal and business finances on track during an economic crisis.

Three Steps to Kick-Start Startup Investment
These three steps can help your company reach the right investors.

Closing the Power Gap
Black Star Fund CEO and Chairman Kwame Anku on the importance of investing in Black entrepreneurs
Comstock’s spoke to Anku about his fund (which plans to close at $12 million in May) and the importance of investing in Black entrepreneurs.

Five Tips to Help Make the Most Out of Your Tax Refund
Seeing your account balances increase as you save or get a tax refund is exciting, but it’s important to make smart decisions with unexpected money. Here are some ways that you can make the most of extra cash.