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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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Ruben Garcia was appointed district director of San Diego's Small Business Association after a stint as head of the National Hispanic Education Foundation. He argues that teaching people how to run a small business is the key to getting ahead, just as education is in so many other facets of life.
"A good education is a basis for creating better wealth, financial stability and helping you do better in business, in order to become a business person," Garcia said. "Those are things that are important to me and I like to see that area really progress."
The SBA predominantly serves as a financial resource for small businesses, but Garcia said he wants to make education more of a priority. By education, he means both teaching current small business owners about business models, marketing and other important tools, as well as telling potential small business owners about the organization.