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A Visit with the Capital’s Real (and More Beloved) Powerhouse

How Sandy Smoley saved the Sacramento Symphony, got those lights installed on the Tower Bridge, chummed around with Ronald Reagan, and thinks we should all sit on our porches

Sandy Smoley was once ubiquitous in local and state government, in the arts, in charity, in civic beautification and ultimately, as an in-demand public affairs and health care consultant for The Smoley Group. We check in with the local icon to see what she’s up to now.

Mar 24, 2023 Ed Goldman

Vegan Convenience

Plant-based fast food restaurants in the Capital Region target all palates

Just as meat alternatives have expanded, so have the eating patterns of people interested in plant-based food. A diverse set of diners are embracing plant-based restaurants, thanks to the proliferation of less restrictive plant-based diets.

Mar 23, 2023 Vanessa Labi

The Way We Work: Jeanne Reaves

A glimpse into the daily life of Jeanne Reaves, president and CEO of Jeanne Reaves Consulting

Jeanne Reaves works with CEOs on both personal growth and operational improvements. Her secret for pulling it off? She’s been in their shoes.

Mar 22, 2023 Jeff Wilser

Wine for a Cause

Jill Osur of Teneral Cellars hopes to open conversations and inspire change, one wine bottle at a time

As the founder and CEO of Teneral Cellars, Jill Osur believes in doing well by doing good. 

Mar 21, 2023 Linda Childers

Women Who Represent

More women are running for office and getting elected

The most recent election for West Sacramento City Council has marked a move toward equity — particularly when it comes to female representation. For the first time in history, West Sacramento has an all-female city council and mayor, who are also all women of color. 

Mar 20, 2023 Dakota Morlan

Women in Leadership: Marisa Sharkey

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Before starting her shoe company Birdies, Marisa Sharkey described herself as risk averse. Eight years in, her bold moves have paid off. 

Mar 17, 2023 Vanessa Labi
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Women in Leadership: Cathilea Robinett

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Cathilea Robinett is CEO of e.Republic, a Folsom-based media and research company focused on state and local government and education. She drives the company’s mission to improve government and education through strategy, stability, growth and expansion.

Mar 16, 2023 Robin Douglas

Women in Leadership: Cindy Petersen

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

As superintendent and CEO of Gateway Community Charters, Dr. Cindy Petersen has grown Gateway Community Charters from a single school in 2003 to nine today, which serve over 5,000 children and employ 700 staff. 

Mar 15, 2023 Becky Grunewald

Women in Leadership: Risa Omega

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Risa Omega is president and general manager of ABC10, currently the most-awarded newsroom in the Capital Region. 

Mar 14, 2023 Judy Farah

Women in Leadership: Carrie Lane

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

A 31-year veteran of the California Association for Highway Patrolmen, Carrie Lane has risen through the ranks to become CEO. 

Mar 13, 2023 Robin Douglas

Sacramento and Solano Counties Square Off With California Over Mental Health Duties

Sacramento and Solano counties are in a standoff with the state over mental health coverage for a portion of Medicaid patients in those counties — a dispute that threatens to disrupt care for nearly 50,000 low-income residents receiving treatment for severe mental illness.

Mar 17, 2023 Angela Hart, Kaiser Health News

Nominate the Region’s Top Young Leaders

Each year, Comstock’s selects up-and-coming leaders throughout the Capital Region to feature in our Young Professionals issue. Use this form to nominate a mover and shaker age 40 or younger who inspires you. Deadline for submissions is April 7.

Mar 6, 2023

Women in Leadership: Lakhwinder Kaur

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Lakhwinder Kaur started out as a teller, and was quickly promoted to a personal banker. From there, it was a long, steady climb to her current role with Five Star Bank, where she oversees the Sacramento Valley market with an emphasis on community involvement and outreach.

Mar 10, 2023 Laurie Lauletta-Boshart

Women in Leadership: Becky Johnson

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

As tribal administrator of the United Auburn Indian Community, Becky Johnson provides recommendations and implements decisions relating to programs such as the tribal school, social services, and cultural and historic preservation.

Mar 9, 2023 Jennifer Fergesen

Women in Leadership: Bonnie Ferreira

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Bonnie Ferreira helms the Mountain Valley Chapter of the American Leadership Forum, a cohort from all walks of life, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and industries that represents multiple counties to explore challenges facing the region, connect with one another and develop their leadership skills.

Mar 8, 2023 Sena Christian

Women in Leadership: Regina Cuellar

Our annual salute to extraordinary women breaking barriers and rising to the top

Regina Cuellar is chairwoman of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, a Placerville-based federally recognized tribe — one of 109 in California. 

Mar 7, 2023 Kate Gonzales
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