Today Jared welcomes Herb Benenson, a retired Associate Athletic Director for Communications for the University of California, Berkeley. The conversation focuses on  the consequences of the Pac 12's realignment of UC Berkeley. Herb explains how attritions have affected the Pac 12, particularly UC Berkeley and how this influences college football fans overall. The discussion also covers related topics such as the increase in student-athlete transfers, the advent of athletes monetizing their names, images, and likenesses, and the potential future of college sports given the changing landscape.

-What happened to the PAC-12?

-How does joining the ACC impact students and alumni of UC Berkley and Stanford? 

CAL CONVERSATIONS https://youtu.be/ppGZyhglyOE

Today Jared is joined by Don Burris, the economic development director of Vacaville, to discuss various facets of economic development in the city. Focusing on strategies to attract businesses, especially in bioscience and technology, he outlines how Vacaville has made significant strides by accelerating the permit process and planning for future opportunities, including a new tech park.

Today Jared welcomes Gabe Quinto, a longtime friend and a local elected official. He shares his journey and inspiration to join city government in El Cerrito, Contra Costa County, a small town with a population of about 26,000. He discusses his focus on ensuring a new library gets built, the city's provision for affordable housing, and the importance of public safety, particularly in light of an increased crime rate. Gabe also emphasizes the use of technology like license plate readers in enhancing public safety. Jared and Gabe also discuss El Cerrito's change to a charter city, the impact of a real estate transfer tax, and efforts to increase the city's fiscal responsibility.

https://ca-elcerrito2.civicplus.com/920/Gabe-Quinto-Bio

https://twitter.com/GabrielQuinto17

https://www.facebook.com/gabrielquinto17/

Today Jared welcomes Gina Del Carlo, the Founder of Earn and Learn. She recounts the story behind the rapid growth of a woman-led tech startup based in the East Bay and shares her background and explains the mission-based approach of their organization, which focuses on impacting schools and redefining workforce development by partnering with students and teachers. She details the facilitation of partnerships with employers for work-based learning opportunities.

Find more about Gina and Earn and Learn below:

https://earnlearn.us/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/earn-learn/

In this episode, host Jared Ash holds a conversation with two prominent women in the City of Walnut Creek - Mayor Pro Tem Luella Haskew and Councilwoman Cindy Darling. The topics range from what inspired them to run for city council to how their individual careers influence their roles on the council. They discuss the challenges they've faced, notably through the tumultuous events of 2020, and how they've navigated these to seek the best interests of their community. The discussion also touches on important local issues such as the effect of Measure O and the rise of organized retail crime. Additionally, they offer valuable advice for potential candidates and highlight the essential qualities needed to be an effective council member.

Find More about Loella Haskew

Find More about Cindy Darling

Measure O - Task Force 

New Aquatics Center

Jared talks with Chris Whitmore from The Richmond Promise, a nonprofit organization that helps students in Richmond access and succeed in higher education through scholarships and support programs.

Find more about The Richmond Promise 

On Today's show - Walnut Creek Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Director Teri Killgore. 

Key Topics include

Economic Development Study and Reports

https://www.walnut-creek.org/departments/economic-development/lifestyle

Connect with ⁠Jared Asch on LinkedIn⁠

Find out more about ⁠Capstone Government Affairs at their website⁠

Connect with Capstone Government Affairs on ⁠LinkedIn

About Jim Wunderman https://www.bayareacouncil.org/staff/jim-wunderman/

About the BAC https://www.bayareacouncil.org/

Key Show topics

Learn more and Connect with Ken Carlson

https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6291/District-4-Supervisor-Ken-Carlson 

A3 Program: https://cchealth.org/a3/ 

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Ron served as economic development director in Emeryville, Novato, Walnut Creek, South City, & Vallejo. He has helped attract everything from Pixar to Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. In today’s episode, he talks about several key topics including: