Unlocking Reality
As technology evolves, regional entrepreneurs look to unlock the possibilities of augmented reality
Unlike virtual reality, which immerses users in an artificial environment, augmented reality superimposes information in the real world. This information can take the form of graphics, text, audio and other sensory inputs to enhance one’s experience.
Startup of the Month: HuLoop Automation
AI bots streamline workflows to free up human workers from mundane tasks
Too many employees get stuck doing tedious tasks on legacy systems that can impact job satisfaction and the bottom line. This is why Todd Michaud launched HuLoop Automation, a Sacramento-based AI-powered solution to transform the way work gets done.
Dilemma of the Month: How Can I Move Up in My Company?
A newcomer inquires how to get ahead and advance in their field. Evil HR Lady offers advice for how to become valuable to coworkers and bosses, and how to identify a mentor.
The Beam Effect
How the Sacramento Kings' purple beam stands for success both in and around the arena
When the Kings play and the Beam is lit, it means both the Kings and businesses in Downtown Commons and surrounding region are all prospering.
Battling for Bucks
The Capital Region loses sports dollars to the Bay Area, but we’re luring fans in other ways
Sacramento sports and entertainment managers are trying to reach sports fans who travel for Bay Area games to keep their money here. So what are they doing to compensate for all those sports dollars being lost?
Trade Schools Offer a Career Path to Our Youth
For some, learning a trade they can rely on is more satisfying than earning an academic degree. Career Technical Education programs in community colleges are one path for students to learn those skills.
The Connection Point: Trophy Beauty CEO Destiny Oliphant
WATCH: Beauty Industry success story and the CEO's innovative approach to expanding
Where is Trophy Beauty heading and what is Destiny Oliphant’s
vision for her success? Let’s find out in today’s discussion.
Art Exposed: Summer Ventis
Artist and Sacramento State educator tackles the individual and collective trauma of the pandemic
With her recent exhibition “Heavier Than Air,” artist Summer Ventis encouraged viewers to externalize their held breaths by inflating a balloon.
Sacramento on the National Stage
NCAA March Madness returns to Golden 1 Center after 2020 COVID cancellation
Eight schools and their fans landed in Sacramento to play in the NCAA tournament’s first and second round games, bringing in an estimated $10 million in economic impact.
How to make the fourth largest economy in the world work for women
Women Are Essential to the State Economy
Last year, the Commission on the Status of Women and Girls invested in women-specific research and produced the California Blueprint for Women’s Pandemic Economic Recovery. Here is some of what they learned.