The Connection Point: Visual West Founder Andy Duong
WATCH: Andy shares how he became a successful entrepreneur and the challenges he faced
Visual West is a Sacramento independent design house that has been generating success for businesses for over a two decades. Learn about the strategies that Andy accomplished through his endeavors.
Let’s find out in today’s discussion.
Lake Tahoe Is Enjoying Its Best Clarity in 40 Years
While the leaders of the Lake Tahoe region deal with the impact of millions of visitors each year and the trash they leave behind, the lake itself is currently the clearest it has been since the 1980s.
Saving Lake Tahoe
Tourists and the litter they leave behind are threatening the beautiful alpine lake region
Some of the 15 million tourists that visit Lake Tahoe each year are threatening its natural beauty, along with some unruly residents. Now, a new plan is being launched to protect this gem.
Startup of the Month: Scopi
A portable endoscope helps clinicians diagnose nasal problems
Nasal and sinus problems can be tricky and costly to diagnose. Based on a hardware prototype developed at Stanford University, Scopi Medical aims to solve both problems with the first AI-enabled portable nasal endoscope for diagnosis at the point of care.
Dilemma of the Month: Should WFH or WIO workers get paid more?
I have a weird problem. We have some jobs that can be done
remotely, and some must be done on-site. Several employees who
can work remotely moved during the pandemic, so they couldn’t
come in without moving back. But the problem is that both the WFH
(work from home) and the WIO (work in office) think they deserve
salary increases because of their working conditions.
History Speeds on at the West’s Oldest Running Racetrack
Historic Stockton 99 Speedway keeps the racing dream alive in San Joaquin County
The roar of auto engines and the smell of gasoline, hot dogs,
barbecue and beer have marked summer Saturday nights at
the Stockton 99 Speedway since 1947 at the oldest
running racetrack west of the Mississippi.
Manufacturing a New Vision for Stockton
Stockton manufacturers look to capitalize while operating in the historic region
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Stockton was a manufacturing powerhouse, helping to send items to market like America’s first mass-produced tractors. Stockton’s manufacturing sector declined over many decades, though there are now local leaders working to strengthen it again.
Successful Entrepreneurs Are Innovative Risk-Takers
Comstock’s president and publisher considers the risks involved in becoming a successful small-business entrepreneur — such as starting a magazine with just $2.50 in your pocket.
Psychedelic Therapies Show Promise. Is California Ready to Bring Them Into the Mainstream?
CalMatters: Psychedelics are having a moment. A nationwide push to bring magic mushrooms and other psychedelics into the mainstream is gaining traction, and some Californians want in.
Bracing for the AI Revolution with Eric Howard
PODCAST EPISODE: Fathom co-founder Eric Howard discusses generative AI tools, artistic value and how creatives can adapt to a changing industry.