Firefly completes maiden launch from Vandenberg
Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha launch vehicle reached orbit on its second launch Oct. 1, more than a year after the vehicle’s first launch failed. The Alpha […]
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Space in the spotlight
High-profile space events in recent weeks have continued to elevate the industry across the region and state. Most recent was the chance to address […]
Fanning the future of offshore wind
Congress came to town as the government gears up to open the West Coast to offshore wind energy, and REACH was among those tapped to […]
Welcome to our new board members
A big welcome to our 7 new members rounding out the board for this fiscal year! Kevin Davis, Jim Dantona, Gabe Garcia, David Langan, Kristen […]
Briq builds a software powerhouse in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara-based Briq is expecting revenue growth of 180% from 2021 to 2022 and raised $30 million in a series B round in 2021. “We […]
Even in a down year for venture capital, Santa Barbara area holds its own
The Central Coast has actually surpassed the pace it was maintaining through this time last year, thanks in large part to a number of Santa […]
Booming and Competitive: Vandenberg hosts 2nd Annual Assured Access to Space Industry Days Forum
“One very valuable part of this conference is the participation by the state of California and the local economic development community,” said Bontrager. “They bring […]
Apeel’s Mission to Save the World’s Produce
Starting with the state’s beloved avocado, the California-based Apeel Sciences has found a natural way to extend the life of produce and reduce food waste.
