A municipal attorney for about 25 years, Steve Quintanilla recently formed his own firm specializing in governmental law, representing cities, public agencies, and nonprofits.

Tribal Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe has the responsibility of navigating the intricacies of governing to achieve progress for The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and his neighbors.

When the opportunity to open the gallery presented itself nearly a decade ago, lifelong friends Josh Paquette and Josh Otten jumped at the chance to build their own business from the ground up.

Sonia Kanner propels her fledgling company by offering a solution to a common problem: where to put your phone, wallet, keys, and other gadgets when you’re out and about.

Ann Mostofi found that healthcare became an advocate for recruiting and training the best medical and non-medical professionals in their fields.

It’s easy to understand why Seco Sys, whose products control and reduce water use, has great momentum in California and beyond led by CEO Hank McCarrick.

Dr. Timothy Jochen is a happy man between living in the Coachella Valley, curing skin disease and making people look and feel beautiful at Contour Dermatology.

Farley Interlocking Paving is now the dominant player in the market, a success company President Charissa Farley attributes to the referrals of satisfied customers.

Helene “Lee” and her husband, Philip Hixon, were early donors to and advocates for the Palm Desert Campus of Cal State San Bernardino.

Earlier this year, the iHub companies reached their first 100 employees hired in the Coachella Valley — more than two years ahead of schedule.