Terence grew up everywhere and liked to make things. He discovered photography as a medium with endless creative possibilities and studied the craft at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. “Now I try to figure out how to balance shooting ads and magazine work in between storytimes with my children and matching piles of socks that are endless,” says Terence, who photographed this month’s feature on young professionals, which involved a day-long studio shoot. “I wouldn’t choose any other man’s life over the one I live or any other career — each experience is part of the process.” For more, visit www.terenceduffy.com.
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Building a Family Legacy
Showcasing four-generation family businesses in the Capital Region
Founded in 1914, Elliott Homes has successfully weathered the
cyclical building market to emerge as an industry leader.
Keeping Amador County Clean and Green
Showcasing four-generation family businesses in the Capital Region
ACES Waste Services’ roots are in San Francisco, where the
co-owners’ ancestor started a waste collection company called the
Scavengers Protective Association. Today, the Amador County-based
company gives back to the community.
Startup of the Month: Mediminder
New device helps people with allergies track EpiPens
With her Davis-based startup, CEO Liz Tang wants to remedy the
problem of people with medical conditions not having immediate
access to the medical devices that may save their lives.
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Action Through Architecture for Homeless Housing
Maria Ogrydziak Architecture
With a creative vision, architect Maria Ogrydziak has lent her skill and talent to Paul’s Place, an innovative project tackling one of today’s biggest humanitarian crises — homelessness. “I knew that architecture could help make great strides toward a solution to homelessness in the city of Davis,” she says.
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Caring for the Folsom community for over 40 years
Dignity Health
Dignity Health’s Mercy Hospital of Folsom is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and is an avid supporter of the local community.
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The Experts Providing Superior Maintenance Services
Elite Service Experts, Inc.
Elite Service Experts, Inc. specializes in plumbing, lighting, electrical, landscaping and general maintenance services with five classifications under their California Contractors License.
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Celebrating 100 years of outstanding, compassionate pediatric care
Shriners Children’s Northern California
Shriner’s Childrens is committed to offering unique, patient-centered care for children around the world. Since opening their first hospital in 1922, the nonprofit has provided specialty medical care for children and their families regardless of insurance status or the ability to pay.
Randall Selland’s Regional Fiefdom of Food
With Sacramento’s first Michelin-starred restaurant (The Kitchen), an elegant Capitol hangout (Ella), three Selland’s Market Cafés and Italian eatery OBO’, this Fresno native makes his son’s ‘Farm to Fork’ more than a tagline
Over the past 30 years, Randall Selland has opened multiple
restaurants of different styles, all with an inclusive, folksy
flair.
Startup of the Month: VestLife
Elk Grove startup creates app to collect, customize disability information
VestLife, founded by a special needs attorney, enables
parents of children with developmental disabilities to
organize, manage and instantly access their child’s key
disability information via one secure web app.
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Building Toward a Diverse, Inclusive and Equitable Culture by Supporting Students
City Year
The lack of access to learning opportunities and resources in our communities has become more apparent as our economy continues to experience uncertainty. Unfortunately, these issues have been long-standing, but organizations like SchoolsFirst FCU are taking an active role in improving access to educational programs. An example of this is SchoolsFirst FCU’s grant recipient, City Year.
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Sacramento’s Performing Arts Education Leader
Northern California School of the Arts
Northern California School of the Arts provides holistic and professional theater arts training programs, supporting young artists from diverse communities to create, express and participate in theater arts educational opportunities.
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A Salute To Partnership
APMC AND NCMCA/UA LOCAL #447
The term “professionals” often elicits thoughts of college graduates, and not necessarily the skilled tradespeople providing essential services that ensure our daily lives run smoothly.
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Guiding Sac State’s College of Business into the future
Sacramento State College of Business
Dr. Jaydeep Balakrishnan is the optimal interim dean of Sacramento State’s College of Business as he takes over after Dr. William Cordeiro’s recent retirement. Balakrishnan will work to ensure the College’s continued operations while supporting faculty and staff to ensure student success and timely graduation.
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Voice of the Electrical Construction Industry
NECA
Founded in 1901, the National Electrical Contractors Association has delivered resources to its members to help them make better business decisions, provide excellent customer service, and take advantage of innovative technology for more than 100 years.
Startup of the Month: Matrubials
UC Davis spinoff finds big potential in breast milk
Breast milk has antibiotic-like health benefits? It sure does. Matrubials, a startup out of UC Davis, is developing products that use breast milk components to treat bacterial infections.
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Ushering in a New Era for Williams + Paddon
W+P | 19six
Founded in 1981, Williams + Paddon began with humble beginnings. With just four employees at the time, W+P has grown over these past four decades into a thriving firm.
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Sacramento’s Premier Mechanical Contractor Celebrates 75 Years
Lawson Mechanical
Lawson Mechanical Contractors is celebrating 75 years in business, having earned great respect and success in the construction industry.
On the Fast Track: Tim Zheng
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
With Vite Ramen, co-founder and CEO Tim Zheng set out
to create a nutritious instant food product. He also
manufactured it ethically and designed the recipe to be faithful
to classic Japanese ramen styles.
On the Fast Track: Dustin Vicari
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
Dustin Vicari is executive vice president for Elevate Sports
Ventures and holds a dual role as Sacramento Republic FC’s chief
revenue officer.
On the Fast Track: Katie Regan
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
As director of Stockton’s Office of Performance and Data Analytics, Regan puts the vast amount of city data to work to improve equity and quality of life for the citizens of the city.
On the Fast Track: Dr. Melanie Okoro
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
As founder and CEO of Eco-Alpha Environmental and
Engineering Services, Melanie Okoro is focused on being
a leader in her field. Her business
streamlines environmental permitting processes and maintains
electrical systems for large companies in the Capital
Region.
On the Fast Track: Kevin McAllister
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
Before most people had fully realized the gravity of COVID-19,
Kevin McAllister, executive director of Meals on Wheels, was
already stocking up on supplies for the program. His preparedness
paid off.
On the Fast Track: Cameron Law
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
Law manages a team of faculty and entrepreneurs-in-residence who create programming designed to make innovation and entrepreneurship more accessible for people from all of the Capital Region’s diverse communities.
Startup of the Month: Neural Lab
Touchless technology ushers in new wave
Based in El Dorado Hills, Neural Lab has developed touchless technology that turns hand and body motions into commands for devices like keyboards, mice, touchscreens, games and TV controllers.
On the Fast Track: Latoya Jackson-Lainez
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
With a background in communications, an approachable demeanor and a passion for equity and education, Latoya Jackson-Lainez has found her calling as director of diversity, EEO and Title IX for Sierra College.
On the Fast Track: Laine Himmelmann
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
As Habitat for Humanity’s chief development officer,
Laine Himmelmann values the power of storytelling and hope
in equal measure. She manages fundraising and the
organization’s volunteer program, on top of public relations,
communication, marketing and media relations.
On the Fast Track: Corey Day
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
Attorney Corey Day has used his expertise in California alcohol
law to guide bars and restaurants through the many restrictions
and economic challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
On the Fast Track: Brad Dahl
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
Mechanical Engineer Brand Dahl is driven by his passion for
mentoring students in the “unlimited growth” of the manufacturing
industry.
On the Fast Track: Amber Celmer
Meet 13 young professionals who are on the fast track, bringing new ideas and innovations to the Capital Region
As executive director of HomeAid Sacramento, Amber Celmer is dedicated to empowering people experiencing homelessness.
Former Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness: A Throwback and a Futurist
Lunching with the local legend at a Capital landmark
The former sheriff reflects on 31 years in law enforcement
and his current radio talk show.
Startup of the Month: June Care
Platform for child care connects parents to hosts
Davis-based June Care is an online platform that connects parents who need child care with host parents who can provide it.
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Inclusive Environments that Enrich the Human Experience
JK Architecture Engineering
Established in Auburn in 1984, JK Architecture Engineering (JKAE) is an award-winning design firm offering architecture, civil engineering and structural engineering services from offices in Auburn, San Jose, Tahoe City and Reno.
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Shaping California’s Future Through Architecture
Nacht & Lewis
Celebrating 100 years in business, Nacht & Lewis Architects, Incorporated has long been part of the fabric of Sacramento and the surrounding communities. It has created landmarks, shaped the skyline and established itself as part of the city’s history.
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Elevating Senses, Elevating Lives
KOLAS
Joe Karapetyan and Garib Karapetyan share a last name, though they’re not related. But most importantly, they share a vision.
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Who Will Care for Our Seniors Now and in The Future?
Continuum Care Hospital LLC
The State of California’s Master Plan for Aging states that by 2030, demand for residential care and housing will double. According to the Department of Human Services, at least 70 percent of the population over age 65 will require some type of post-acute care, including assisted living and skilled nursing or rehab services.
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Enhancing the Human Experience for 40 Years
Williams + Paddon Architects + Planners
Jim Williams and Jack Paddon launched their architectural firm Williams + Paddon in Roseville in 1981, and though it was a time of recession, they persevered and built tremendous success that endures 40 years later.
Startup of the Month: EyeRate
Elk Grove team wants service workers to get their due
Elk Grove-based EyeRate is a social platform designed to recognize and reward employees for their product knowledge and customer service, helping them earn more of what their labor is worth.
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Supporting Nonprofits with Professional Expertise and Philanthropy
Gilbert CPAs/Sacramento Children’s Home
Gilbert CPAs occupies the special realm of philanthropy where the business and nonprofit communities intersect.
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Meals on Wheels by ACC Looking for New Space to Call Home
Nonprofit expands local partnerships and seeks to build a production kitchen to support Sacramento’s seniors
Currently serving more than 3,000 meals daily to Sacramento’s seniors, local nonprofit Meals on Wheels by ACC (MoW) has seen a sharp increase in the need for their services during the pandemic.
Startup of the Month: VasoBio
UC Davis medtech team pumps life into potential kidney dialysis solution
Davis-based VasoBio has created a medical device that could improve the quality of life for people with kidney diseases.
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Celebrating 20 Years with a New Partner
United Building Maintenance
United Building Maintenance, Inc. welcomes new partner and chief operating officer Brian Baltzley. This full-service commercial janitorial company is also celebrating its 20th anniversary with unprecedented growth.
Comstock’s Talks: 2022 Women in Leadership Roundtable
PODCAST: Listen in on our conversation with three of our 2022 Women in Leadership honorees on the ways women are shaping the future of the Capital Region.
Women in Leadership: Eliza Tudor
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
As executive director of Nevada County Arts Council, Eliza
Tudor is committed to improving community well-being
through arts programs across creative, public, business
and nonprofit sectors.
Women in Leadership: Sonia Susac
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
As president and owner of a large aerospace company, Sonia Susac
appreciates each step of machinery and craft behind its
ambitious NASA projects.
Women in Leadership: Gloria Salazar
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Gloria Salazar is preparing to ride off into the sunset as she
retires from a robust career in public
transportation.
Women in Leadership: Melissa LuVisi
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
From art curation to marketing strategy, Melissa LuVisi is
invested in the power of creativity. Since joining tab32 as
CSO, she’s taken an interest in women’s influence in the
dental industry.
Women in Leadership: Amber Hoiska
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Amber Hoiska is breaking the glass ceiling of the male-dominated
roofing industry, and she wants more women to seize
the opportunities with her.
Women in Leadership: Sarah Hemly
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
Sarah Hemly is the president of Hemly Cider, an
award-winning cider company that uses fruit from one of the
oldest family-run orchards in the Capital Region.
Women in Leadership: Nicole Elliott
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
As director of the California Department of Cannabis Control, Nicole Elliot leads 400 employees through what is essentially a testing ground for future legislation. She describes her regulatory work in the new industry as “a massive social experiment.”
Women in Leadership: Krista Bernasconi
Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top
From the corporate world to the nonprofit, entrepreneurship to mayorship, Krista Bernasconi is fueled by her passion for public service.