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Top executives from Greater Irvine Chamber member companies have been nominated for Modern Healthcare’s annual list of 100 most influential people in healthcare for 2020. The list recognizes exceptional leaders who have had the greatest impact on the healthcare industry in the United States. Gregory Adams, Chairman and CEO, Kaiser Permanente; Dr. Barry Arbuckle, President and CEO, MemorialCare Health System; Richard Gonzalez, Chairman and CEO, AbbVie (acquired Allergan); Geoffrey Martha, CEO, Medtronic; and Annette Walker, President, City of Hope Orange County, are up for consideration. Recognition on this list demonstrates to the nation that high-quality care is available here in Orange County. Also on the 2020 nominee list are California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, former Vice President Joe Biden, President Trump, and Dr. Deborah Birx. Modern Healthcare is the industry’s leading source of healthcare business and policy news, research, and information.
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Pacific Western Bank has renewed its bronze-level Leaders Circle sponsorship with the Greater Irvine Chamber. A member of the Chamber since 2006, Pacific Western Bank is focused on the needs of the business community. With over $25 billion in assets, Pacific Western Bank’s local focus and national reach is achieved through the concerted efforts of a family of companies, which includes CapitalSource and Square 1 Bank. Ranked the No. 1 best bank in America for 2017 by Forbes, Pacific Western Bank has a proven track record of delivering a level of service, expertise, and speed of execution for any company, regardless of size, scope, industry, or location. Leaders Circle members of the Greater Irvine Chamber are among the most influential companies and organizations in Irvine and Orange County. They take a proactive role in supporting the region’s business community at the highest level. For information on how to become a part of this elite Leaders Circle group, contact Jessica Welch.
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For the 15th consecutive year, Irvine is the Safest City of its size for violent crime, according to FBI data for 2019. Information released on Sept. 28 shows Irvine has the lowest rate of violent crime per capita of any city in the nation with a population of 250,000 or more. Irvine is also the Safest City of its size for violent crime for the first half of 2020, according to preliminary FBI data released earlier this month. The FBI’s Annual Uniform Crime Report measures crime, which includes murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny-theft, auto theft, and arson. Irvine Mayor Christina Shea congratulated the Irvine Police Department on this achievement. “Once again, the men and women of the Irvine Police Department were successful in maintaining the safety of everyone in our wonderful community,” Mayor Shea said. “The partnership of our police department, City Council, residents, and businesses continues to make Irvine the safest city to live, work, and play.” Irvine Police Chief Mike Hamel credited the department’s positive relationship with the community and strong city leadership for its continued success. “Irvine continues to be a safe community due to the partnership between the committed men and women of the Irvine Police Department, our city leaders who always make publi...
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Cox Communications’ President and CEO Pat Esser announced in a live press conference today that Cox will pledge $60 million over the next year to close the digital learning gap. Esser urged in the press conference the need for collaboration to solve the digital divide. “Our commitment remains strong, but we cannot do this alone. We need to keep partnering with cities, school districts, counties, and community-based organizations to get families connected,” said Esser. “Connection is more important than ever before, especially for kids.” Esser also announced that Cox will be extending the company’s offer to new customers that qualify for Connect2Compete. New customers that sign up for the program before the end of the year will receive the company’s low-cost internet for two months free, and $9.95 per month thereafter. Cox’s outdoor Wifi hotspots will also remain open to keep families connected during this time of need. The press conference included Jim Steyer, Founder and CEO of Common Sense Media, the Superintendent of The Clark County School District in Nevada, Dr. Jesus Jara, Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada, and President and CEO of the NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Michael Powell. Cox CARES Act Solutions for Education As school districts work to connect teachers and student...
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