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San Diego’s Top Influentials highlights the Who’s Who in San Diego business, profiling the top newsmakers of 2008. This year we focus on the leaders in Biotech, Tech & Defense; Construction; Finance; Law and Business & Consumer Services; and Real Estate.
Since 1886, The Daily Transcript has seen and reported on many significant changes to San Diego’s economic landscape, many of which stem from the remarkable ideas and contributions of individuals. We pay tribute to these prominent newsmakers — San Diego’s movers and shakers — with a special salute to the Top Influentials.
Since 1886, The Daily Transcript has seen and reported on many significant changes to San Diego’s economic landscape, many of which stem from the remarkable ideas and numerous contributions of single individuals. These individuals have impacted our lives, our communities, our economy. Now, we pay tribute to these prominent newsmakers – San Diego’s movers and shakers – with a special salute to the 120 Top Influentials.
As The Daily Transcript celebrates its 120th year in print, our editorial board -- with help from the San Diego Historical Society -- reflects back on our region’s rich history. In this feature, we pay tribute to some of the pioneers who played an integral part in laying the foundation for San Diego’s future growth. Read more about the contributions these individuals have made as the Transcript takes a brief look back through time.
In celebration of The Daily Transcript's 120th Anniversary, we pay tribute to the prominent business leaders -- past and present -- who have impacted the region. The Daily Transcript thanks its sponsors for participating in this anniversary publication.
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From advising the National Academy of the Sciences on biotechnology policy to testifying before congressional committees on international trade issues, Joseph Panetta's influence as head of Biocom reaches beyond the San Diego area.
Panetta is president, CEO and member of the Board of Directors of Biocom, the association representing more than 450 biotechnology, medical device and bioagriculture companies in the region. Under his direction, the association's membership has doubled and revenue has risen from $700,000 to more than $3 million. He is also chairman and founding member of national and international biotechnology committees like the International Biotechnology Forum, and he has been a delegate to the Global Consultation on Safety in Biotechnology under the U.N. Environmental Program.
In the area, he is on the boards of directors of the San Diego Chamber of Commerce; San Diego World Trade Center; and the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corp, among others.