Home-Bidding Wars

There’s little sign the Capital Region’s spike in home prices will end anytime soon — what does it mean for business?

While the housing boom has led to issues like limited affordable housing, some see the sizzling market as a sign of the region’s dynamism. We evaluate how we got here and what’s on the horizon.

Status Check: New Plans for an Old Park

Crocker Art Museum, city revive dormant talks to transform Crocker Park

Nearly two years into the pandemic, the Crocker’s art park project is being brought back to life, though there are a few hurdles to overcome before breaking ground.

The Way We Work: Barry Broome

A glimpse into the daily life of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council’s president and CEO

From posing in hot yoga class to pitching new business, here’s how Barry Broome structures his days as CEO of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council.

Bridging the Gap Between Concept and Reality

DesCor Builders

Founded in 2005, DesCor Builders provides full-service preconstruction, general contracting and construction management services at a competitive cost throughout Northern California. A leader in many industry categories, one of the main ways DesCor differentiates themselves is with superior preconstruction services.

Making an Acknowledgment

City of Sacramento recognizes tribal land

Tribal officials are working with Sacramento city government to secure a formal recognition of tribal land, creating opportunities for education.

The Way We Work: Kelley Cowan

A glimpse into the daily life of Kelley Cowan, director of the Sacramento Region for XL Construction

In The Way We Work, we track the routines of local executives. Here’s how Kelley Cowan oversees multiple construction projects.

50 Years of Contracting and Community Excellence

Royal Electric

Royal Electric has something to celebrate — 50 years of successful business! Over the past five decades, the company has become the leading firm for complex, full-service electric and underground contracting on tight schedules. Public agencies, contractors and developers across the Central and Western U.S. rely on their comprehensive pre-planning process and specialized, experienced team.

Better Together for a Bright Future

American River Bank, now a part of Bank Of Marin

For more than three decades, American River Bank (ARB) partnered with the Greater Sacramento business community to meet their banking needs. In August, Bank of Marin acquired ARB, bringing together two exceptional community banks to expand their footprint and better serve their clients throughout Northern California.

Powering Through the Pandemic

Local governments pull out all the stops to keep their economies rolling

Some solutions Capital Region governments have come up with will stay around post-pandemic, which could further improve the business climate.

The Next Act

Part 6 of our ongoing series on downtown Sacramento businesses dealing with COVID-19

Sacramento businesses continue to adapt and recalculate as COVID-19 evolves.

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