Young Professionals: Blake Johnson
Meet the rising stars who are leading the Capital Region from the heart
Blake Johnson, 37, once told himself he wouldn’t follow his mother’s career path. She’d been an educator — both a teacher and a principal— and while he respected her work, he wouldn’t pursue the same trajectory. He eventually changed his mind, setting off on a course that ultimately led him to his current role as chief strategy officer at Child Action.
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SIERRA COLLEGE
POWERING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH EDUCATION AND PARTNERSHIPS
Now in his fourteenth year, Sierra College Superintendent/President Willy Duncan reflects, “I’ve always believed that community colleges are a region’s most powerful economic development tool.”
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KIDSFIRST
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES FOR LASTING CHANGE
For over three decades, KidsFirst has stood as a cornerstone of support for children and families in Placer County. As the region’s designated child abuse prevention and family resource agency, our mission is clear: to empower and strengthen families through compassionate care, early intervention and community collaboration.
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ROSEVILLE PARKS, RECREATION & LIBRARIES
GROWING TOGETHER: SHAPING A VIBRANT COMMUNITY'S FUTURE
In the heart of Placer County, Roseville stands out as a city that truly values connection, recreation and lifelong learning — and much of the credit goes to its Parks, Recreation & Libraries (PRL) Department.
Aggie Square Becomes a Reality for the Capital Region
A grand opening celebration was held for the $1.1 billion UC Davis innovation center
A festive grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting was held
May 2 for Aggie Square, the $1.1 billion innovation center for UC
Davis that has been eight years in the making.
The Capital Region Is in the Vanguard of Autism Research and Treatment
Researchers, educators and students help unlock the mystery of autism
Autism is neither a disease nor a sickness. But for the increasing population of those diagnosed — one in 31 children is the current count in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — it’s quite real. What might surprise you is that when it comes to learning about and managing autism, the Capital Region is very much in the forefront.
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Studio W Architects
ARCHITECTURE FIRM EXCELS WELL BEYOND DESIGN
Studio W Architects has welcomed Chelsea Pozar to the role of president, a recent strategic promotion for continued success. Pozar stands apart in the industry with her business background and joins firm owner and CEO Brian Whitmore and COO James Moore, along with several associate architects on the extended leadership team.
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Sacramento County Office of Education
SCOE IS INNOVATIVELY GROWING THE NEXT GENERATION OF MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) is transforming schools into centers of wellness by growing the next generation of educators and mental health professionals — two essential fields needed to reduce systemic barriers in schools.
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Physician Association of California (PAC)
EXCLUSIVELY ADVOCATING FOR INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
In California’s evolving health care landscape, patients are increasingly drawn to personalized care, direct access and strong community connections. This is the domain of independent physicians and small group practices, now united under a single, powerful voice: the Physician Association of California (PAC).
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CALIFORNIA COUNCIL FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
BUILDING A BRIGHTER FUTURE: EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY ACROSS THE GOLDEN STATE
California’s housing crisis remains one of the state’s most pressing challenges, with more than 45,000 shovel-ready affordable units stalled due to funding gaps. These units remain in limbo due to a $1.79 billion shortfall in state subsidies and a $574 million deficit in available tax credits.