TBD brings a taste of Sacramento to Austin’s SXSW
The co-producers of Sacramento’s growing festival take their show on the road — literally.
Texas will soon get a taste of Sacramento’s party flavor: Organizers of the local art and music event now known as TBD are co-producing a four-day musical showcase to coincide with Austin’s famous South By Southwest festival.
What Are You Wearing?
Does wearable technology work for you?
Forrester Research says the number of you wearing wearable devices will triple this year and that 68 percent of global technology and business leaders see wearables as a priority. But what about you, the consumer? Are wearable technologies improving your daily life? If so, how?
The Artist on the Fence
Koons may be popular, but the piece doesn’t quite fit
Although initially a bit shocked, I was excited when I heard a work by Jeff Koons may be showcased at the center of our city. This excitement was followed by an involuntary pang of dread as I thought to myself, “Oh no, this $8-million price tag is going to make people in Sacramento hate art!”
The Story Behind the Solitary ‘No’ Vote
An open selection process is essential for a city selecting public art
During meetings this past fall, Jeff Koons’ “Coloring Book” was approved by six of seven members of the ESC art panel and seven of eight Sacramento Metropolitan Arts commissioners. Two panel members and three commissioners were absent for the respective votes. I was the only dissenting vote in both cases.
The Auctioneer Advocate
Jeff Koons brings something local artists can’t — yet
Can you believe it? People are talking about art again. Not since Sacramento’s own David Garibaldi was on “America’s Got Talent” has our community talked at about art at the water cooler.
Parklet Like It’s Hot
Two businesses are bringing their storefronts to the street as part of a pilot program to activate the downtown grid — will more businesses be willing to take the risk?
Sacramento’s downtown is in the midst of a major facelift, and this year, local businesses are getting involved by transforming parking spots into artful public meeting spots … Well, just two actually.
The Art of Wear
6 determining factors for wearable tech that works
The best wearable technology seamlessly combines fashion and electronics in a way that reflects consumer preferences. Helen Koo, assistant professor in the department of design at UC Davis, outlines six key areas that make for well-rounded wearable technology products.
Assembly Republican Leader Kristin Olsen and ADA Reform
Lawmakers address predatory lawsuits stemming from new legislation
Almost three decades after the implementation of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, many California companies are embroiled in lawsuits or out of business altogether. With that in mind, Assembly Republican Leader Kristin Olsen has made ADA reform a pillar of her legislative agenda.
Locking It Down
Relocation is expensive, and it doesn’t pay if the employee doesn’t stay
Last year, I paid someone to relocate for a position with our company. I had the person sign a contract requiring repayment if she left before one year. At one year and two weeks, she quit. Now it’s looking like I need to recruit from out of the area again. Are there any tips you can give me for making sure that the person doesn’t run out the door?
Ready for Take-Off?
What would it take for an employer to tear you away from your home?
Relocating for a job is a tough decision. You’ll need to leave behind your friends, your professional network and the local dry cleaner who never judges your red wine stains. If you have a spouse and/or children, you’ll throw their lives into upheaval as well. So what would it take to pull you away from the Capital Region?