Rachel Wyatt, DNP, MHA, RN, NEA-BC, has led Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento to become one of only 11 hospitals nationwide — and the only one in California — to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition® with Distinction.

The Sacramento County READS initiative represents a transformative approach to literacy and reading success across the county. “This initiative mobilizes our county through a collective impact approach to improve literacy outcomes for all learners,” explains Tami Wilson, director of English Language Arts for the Sacramento County Office of Education.

Placer County’s education system is a shining example of innovation and collaboration, creating an environment that prioritizes not just academic success, but also the well-being of students and their families.

Golden 1 Credit Union’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives align with their core value of inclusion that fosters belonging, equity and respect within their workforce and the community.

Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, JM Environmental, Inc. is a longtime leader in the hazardous materials abatement and demolition industry.

Meals on Wheels in Sacramento has long been a lifeline for the community it serves, providing not only nutritious meals, but also a source of comfort and companionship to countless seniors across the region.

Since 1959, Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. has been a true delivery partner and provided clients with the highest level of construction project delivery and exceptional service.

“We are taking a different and better approach in building an insurance brokerage to serve clients now and for the long term,” says Stephen F. Elkins, Ed.D. Elkins is partner, president and NorCal Region EB practice leader for USI Insurance Services, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Placer County is the third-fastest growing county in California. With 35,000 new homes in the pipeline, Sacramento State breaking ground on the future Placer Center, and new businesses like Proctor & Gamble and Bosch moving into the area, it is important that Placer retains its high quality of life as it grows.