San Diego Business Journal articles from January 2003

San Diego Business Journal archives from January 2003

The watchword for San Diego area's business community in 2003: cautious optimism: although issues abound, slow economic improvement seen. (Survey).
January 6, 2003... San Diego business executives face the classic question as they ponder 2003: Is the economic glass half-empty or half-full? Energy issues still plague the region, a water-supply crisis has yet to be completely resolved, affordable housing...

The watchword for San Diego area's business community in 2003: cautious optimism; road projects, public services face the possibility of cutbacks. (Government).
January 6, 2003... All eyes are glued on California's looming $34.8 billion budget shortfall. At that amount, the state fiscal gap is bigger than any other state's entire budget, other than New York's. It's hard to think of a sector -- schools, social...

Defense industry busy as potential Iraq war looms: companies large and small expect spending, revenues will continue to grow. (Defense).
January 6, 2003... A possible conflict with Iraq and a new Department of Homeland Security will impact San Diego's defense sector in the coming months. So will something that doesn't grab headline the day-to-day business of keeping the military operating....

Clarifications and corrections.(Correction Notice)
January 6, 2003... A Nov. 25 article in the San Diego Business Journal about debt counseling services ("Debt Relief Services Blossom As Consumers Continue to Spend"), stated that AmenDebt Inc., based in Germantown, Md., was issued a Desist and Refrain Order by...

New law brings changes for professional services: federal law to create new costs for service providers, clients. (Services).
January 6, 2003... The Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which was signed in July, will impact local auditing firms and law practices that cater to publicly held corporations. Sarbanes-Oxley, a corporate governance act that requires CEOs and CFOs to certify the accuracy...

Hoteliers hope new year will buck national trend: aggressive marketing spotlights business travel as well as pleasure trips. (Tourism).
January 6, 2003... While economic uncertainty clouds predictions of how San Diego's tourism and hospitality industry is expected to perform in 2003, there's still a glimmer of silver around the fringe of that cloud. According to the 13th annual San Diego...

Local tech scene faring better than most areas: rather than fight industry woes, firms learning to cope. (High-Tech).
January 6, 2003... In response to a global tech wreck that began about two years ago, many local high-tech companies continued a strategy of retrenching and cutting costs to survive the worst capital spending market in many years. But compared to some other...

Biotech companies hoping for a happier new year: industry expects 2003 to be better, mainly because 2002 was so bad. (Biotechnology).
January 6, 2003... It's been a tough year for biotechnology with a major corporate scandal, falling stock prices, numerous drug failures and layoffs, and other cost-cutting measures as many companies saw their cash dwindle. "(The year) 2002 was one of the...

Retailers bullish on S.D., but bearish on U.S. economy: despite difficult 2002, consumer spending continues to grow. (Retail).
January 6, 2003... Some local retailers are bearish about the overall economy, while others remain optimistic. But overall, employers are warmer to San Diego as a place to do business. Among all area business owners surveyed as a part of the 13th annual San...

Community-based banking continues to thrive, grow: there's plenty of business, though much will come at the expense of larger banks. (Finance).
January 6, 2003... As it has been over the past few years, 2002 proved San Diego is fertile ground for starting a community bank. Four opened their doors last year, nearly equaling the three that launched in 2001. It's also a nice place to acquire existing...

After hot investment year, forecast is moderate growth: firms hopeful for a mid-year rally. (Real Estate).
January 6, 2003... Office and industrial leasing may have slowed in 2002, but investors still actively acquired commercial properties. However, Stath Karras, president and CEO of San Diego-based Burnham Real Estate Services, is unsure the local market can...

Homebuilders predicting increased prices, fees, costs: legislation seen as hindering development. (Real Estate).
January 6, 2003... Home sales boomed in 2002, but the momentum may slow this year as housing prices continue to increase. According to Multiple Listing Service statistics compiled by the San Diego Association of Realtors, the median price of homes sold in San...

Local firms eager for international expansion: concern expressed over effects of conflict in Iraq. (Trade).
January 6, 2003... With President George Bush and his advisers mulling a potential conflict with Iraq, the impact in 2003 on local companies that do business internationally is still being assessed. John Roberts, owner and president of San Marcos-based...

Survey peers into crystal ball for clues about economy: report finds areas of growth despite electricity, housing concerns. (Employment).
January 6, 2003... San Diego employers remain nervous in a shaky economy, as about half do not expect to grow the size of their staff. But four out of five employers plan to increase wages for their employees, and roughly two out of three plan salary...

Manufacturers say view isn't as clear as in past: utility costs, steep hike in workers' comp, premiums a big concern for 2003. (Manufacturing).
January 6, 2003... Nevada and China beckon as business-friendly and economical places to set up a manufacturing shop. Yet California's business climate -- which at times seems as accommodating as Donner Pass during a snowstorm -- may yet produce some good...

Will state deficit aggravate health care problems? Industry leaders say that substantial system changes are needed. (Health Care).
January 6, 2003... After Sept. 11, local health care leaders added bioterrorism preparedness to their existing concerns over a rising number of uninsured patients, overcrowded emergency rooms, inadequate reimbursement for hospitals and doctors providing health...

San Diego public stocks. (San Diego Marketplace).(Illustration)
January 6, 2003... SAN DIEGO PUBLIC STOCKS Data as of 12/27/02 STOCK PRICE Price Performance Latest % Chg. ...

Charlotte Russe Holding Inc. (San Diego Marketplace: Proxy).(financial and other company information provided)(Company Profile)
January 6, 2003... Nasdaq -- CHIC Charlotte Russe Holding Inc. is a mall-based retailer that operates about 251 Charlotte Russe, Charlotte's Room and Rampage clothing stores in about 34 states and Puerto Rico, with plans to open 75 new stores in 2003. Its...

Cove Partners LLC Technology 15. (San Diego Marketplace).(stock prices)
January 6, 2003... Cove Partners LLC Technology 15 As of Dec. 27, 2002 52 week Company Ticker Close High Low Qualcomm, Inc. QCOM $37.27 $62.25 $23.21...

Visions of dinners past: annual review charts hit restaurants of 2002. (What's on the Menu).(Restaurant Review)
January 6, 2003... This is the time of year that reviewers of all varieties begin looking over their work of the past year. We are not looking for the best of the best, but rather, we are looking for something that stood out as being different and exciting. ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
January 6, 2003... If you would like your business event that costs less than $75 to attend included in the calendar section, make sure your press release arrives our offices at least 15 working days before the event. Send requests to: Calendar 4909...

College revs engines, breaks ground for tech, science centers. (Newsmakers).(Miramar College )
January 6, 2003... Miramar College wasted no time. One month to the day after Proposition S -- a $685 million San Diego County bond measure -- received voter approval, the community college broke ground on the first new buildings to be funded by the bond...

Sign of the times: bullet-resistant backpack, bags even inspector gadget would love. (Newsmakers).
January 6, 2003... The thing Michael Sloan holds in his hands is a bullet-resistant shield made of stiff fabric. It's about the size of a doormat. It weighs as much as a heavy coat. The job in front of Sloan is to sell people on the concept of carrying...

Firm taps into customer creativity with its screen saver software. (Newsmakers).(Screentime)
January 6, 2003... Jim Roberts thought he might be on to something after he was approached to create a screen saver for some businesses, but the customers blanched at the price tag. "After I told them what it would cost ($10,000) they said thanks, but no...

Company's technology scans for early signs of disease. (Newsmakers).
January 6, 2003... In the coming weeks, thousands of North County residents will get a flier in the mail to buy something out of the ordinary: A health scan. For a price between $600 and $2,000, local residents can go under the scanner designed for early...

Banking and finance. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Joy Childers has joined Ramona National Bank as a business development officer. Mike Midlam has been named president and CEO of Asset Marketing 4 Systems. PCS Research Technology, Inc. has added Murray Stahl to its board of directors. Jim...

Construction and design. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... BPA Architecture Planning Interiors has named Cyrus Cowasjee as an associate of the firm. P. Timothy D'Zmura has been named senior vice president and office manager at Berryman & Henigar. Carrier Johnson has promoted Frank Landry and Dee...

Government and nonprofit. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Robert W. Harrison has been selected to lead the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel. Mayor Dick Murphy has reappointed Richard Vortmann to the City Employees' Retirement System board of administration. Amanda Quayle, assistant...

Health care and biotech. (People).(Mark J. Emkjer named president of Accelrys Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Accelrys. Inc. has appointed Mark J. Emkjer as president.

High-tech and manufacturing. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Applied Micro Circuits Corp. has promoted David Mersten to vice president, general counsel and assistant secretary. Venkat Shastri has been named vice president of engineering by Palomar Technologies. Console Inc. has hired Chris Radcliff as...

Insurance. (People).(Brian Stai joins Sowers Baccala Insurance Brokerage)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Brian Stai has joined Sowers Baccala Insurance Brokerage as a property/casualty broker.

Law. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Seven attorneys at Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps LLP have been elected to the firm's partnership: P. Blake Allen, Nathan S. Arrington, Christopher H. Findley, Russell A. Gold, Michael G. Ramsey, Stuart L. Sorenson and Phillip J. Sullivan.

Media and marketing. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Parker White has hired Nicole Rodriguez as an account executive. Formula PR has hired Stephen Millikin as vice president. Buzztime Entertaiment president and COO Tyrone Lam has been named to the Interactive Television Alliance board of...

Miscellaneous. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Jeffrey Birks has been selected service manager at Aeronex. Mail Boxes Etc. has named Bob Bonsutto as vice president of operations and industrial engineering. The Southwestern Community College District has sworn in two trustees to its...

Real estate. (People).(personnel changes)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... Tera Dominguez has been hired by Evanco Realty Advisors, Inc. as administrative assistant. Scott Warren, Bob and Kathy Angello have joined RE/MAX Distinctive Properties as founding members of the sales team. The San Diego Building Owners &...

Plenty of changes in store this year. (Editor's Notebook).
January 6, 2003... Every new year, J resolve to make changes in my life. Although the time and circumstances may differ, the resolutions always seem the same -- lose weight, save more, read more, change my personal habits in some way. I'm always serious about...

New year brings new hope and promises. (Publisher's Notebook).
January 6, 2003... Goodbye 2002, and hello 2003! When a new year is ushered in it brings with it fantasy, forecasts of better things to come, and hopes for prosperity and opportunity. John Burroughs, the 19th century American naturalist, put it very...

Survey respondents sound off on outlook for 2003.
January 6, 2003... A number of people responding to this year's 13th annual San Diego Business Journal/Deloitte & Touche Economic Outlook Survey offered opinions on a variety of topics. What follows are many of the anonymous comments included with the surveys....

Letters.(Letter to the Editor)
January 6, 2003... Getting Down to Business Editor: The opinion "Christmas Isn't Commercial Enough" in the Dec. 23 issue of the Business Journal brings its author, Leonard Peikoff, to a depth of infamy reminiscent of Michael Newdow, the atheist known...

This way to you potential. (Microsoft Business Solutions).
January 6, 2003... On your mark. Get set. Transform. The lifeblood of your business is the relationship you have with your customers. It's what keeps them coming back. And it's what keeps them from buying elsewhere. The defining element on how to win not...

Your future is just around the corner. Can we give you a lift? Imagine having powerful technology and related services in your hands. And the ability to put your customers at the center of your business. (Microsoft Business Solutions).
January 6, 2003... Microsoft Business Solutions builds technology that can be customized according to your needs, and integrates additional industry-specific technologies as well. Show Your Customers How Important They Are Your customers expect your...

Imagine your entire business moving ahead in step with customers. (Microsoft Business Solutions).
January 6, 2003... Superior service. It's what keeps them coming back for more Your company's mission: in a challenging marketplace, with increased demands on your time and other resources, consistently deliver the brand of superior service that keeps your...

Leap ahead: while still keeping your business firmly grounded.
January 6, 2003... Ring up instant answers at the point of sale. When it's time to buy, customers have an unprecedented number of choices. When they visit your retail business, it's crucial that you put your company's best face forward at the point where it...

Now, there's nothing stopping you. (Microsoft Business Solutions).
January 6, 2003... Our financing plan eases your purchase and implementation of business-transforming technology. Taming A Wild Inventory Wild Birds Unlimited Inc recognized the need for better inventory management-and better customer service. The...

Business Journal names new editor.(John Hollon)(Brief Article)
January 6, 2003... John Hollon, a 25-year journalist and newspaper veteran, was named the new editor of the San Diego Business Journal. Hollon has been the executive editor of the Honolulu Advertiser, editor of the Great Falls Tribune,, a Pulitzer...

Water deal: it may be too little, too late; S.D., Imperial agree, but could be too late for feds' ok.(water debate between farmers and cities)
January 13, 2003... San Diego and Imperial Valley seem to have reached an agreement in an ongoing feud that has cost the state 200 billion gallons of water so far. But the agreement could be for naught, as it may fail to get that water restored. The San Diego...

Accessibility suit won't delay game. (The Road to San Diego).(Qualcomm Stadium's lack of handicapped access)
January 13, 2003... Beverly Walker said she didn't want things to get this far, litigating an issue about disabled access to Qualcomm Stadium that should have been resolved last April. That's when the city agreed on the deadline to meet the terms of a 2001...

Will big game be as big this time around? Super Bowl's economic impact may equal 1998--depending on teams. (The Road to San Diego).(local economy won't profit as much as in past)
January 13, 2003... There may be fewer corporate jets parked at Lindbergh Field for this year's Super Bowl than the two previous times San Diego hosted the event. Hotel bookings here have been slow leading up to the big game, especially compared to the 1998...

Studio sets the scene for Opera. (Enterprise: Theater).(nonprofit opera company's sets)
January 13, 2003... The question vaudevillians used to ask themselves was: "Yes, but how will it play in Peoria?" The question John David Peters and Ron Allen of the San Diego Opera Scenic Studios, ask themselves when they build sets is: "How will they play...

Experts expect natural gas prices to jump: small businesses likely to see 'moderate increase' in utility bills. (Energy).
January 13, 2003... At least one national energy group has forecast a "sharp upward shift" in natural gas prices -- that could last up to seven years. Andrew Weissman, chairman of Washington, D.C.-based Energy Ventures Group, based his recent analysis, in...

City seeks volunteers for 'City of Villages' pilot projects: planning department swings door open for applications. (Development).(San Diego's planning department seeks new pilot villages)
January 13, 2003... San Diego is encouraging developers and communities to make themselves examples of future development. San Diego's planning department is accepting applications for pilot villages, which will be the kind of development city officials...

Newcastle disease found at Ramona egg ranch: San Diego County hit with second quarantine. (Agriculture).(San Diego County ranks second in state egg production)
January 13, 2003... LAKESIDE -- Egg farmer Harold Hilliker knew it was only a matter of time before exotic Newcastle disease made its way to San Diego County. He'd heard about the disease being found in Riverside County back in October, and knows how quickly it...

New tenant deal could spur spending at the port: with airport out of picture, tenants move into top money-making spot. (Redevelopment).(San Diego Unified Port District reaches agreement with leaseholders)
January 13, 2003... Like many port tenants, Richard Bartell held off on making some investments in his hotels because the port's former real estate policy failed to offer the type of security leaseholders and lenders wanted. Since the San Diego Unified Port...

One casino opens while another tries to get started: state action slows construction near I-8 in Boulevard. (Gaming).(Barona Band of Mission Indians to open huge casino)
January 13, 2003... The new year means at least one new option for people to cut loose in San Diego County's backcountry. In Lakeside, the Barona Band of Mission Indians is celebrating the grand opening of a sprawling casino complex that includes an...

Fleming's Steakhouse in La Jolla continues 'Prime' tradition. (What's on the Menu).(nationally acclaimed restaurant)
January 13, 2003... During the holiday season, my wife and I rediscovered Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, located next to the Hyatt Hotel in La Jolla. I say "rediscovered" because I had not paid this nationally acclaimed establishment a visit in almost...

BIA applauds decision on Coastal Commission: City Attorney withdraws support of Sacramento appeal in major federal court ruling. (Law).(ruling says California Coastal Commission violates state constitution)
January 13, 2003... The California 3rd District Court of Appeal recently upheld an earlier ruling made by Sacramento County Superior Court and declared the California Coastal Commission violates the state constitution. That's a victory for Building Industry...

Fisher & Phillips LLP. (Law).(Chris Hoffman appointed to SD county board)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Board Of Directors: Chris Hoffman, managing partner of Fisher & Phillips LLP's San Diego office, has been named to the board of directors of the North County Personnel Association. The association is a nonprofit organization that serves the...

Brobeck, Phleger & Harrison LLP. (Law).(State Bar of California admits new lawyers)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Partners, Associates and More: The San Diego office of Best Best & Krieger has three new partners. They are Warren Diven, Shawn Hagerty and Robert Hanna. San Diego-based Luce Forward has elected seven new partners. They are P....

Lisa Haile, an attorney at Gray Cary's San Diego office, recently was named to the American Lawyer's list of the nation's top 45 lawyers under 45 years of age. (Law).(law periodical names top older attorneys)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... 45 Under 45: Lisa Haile, an attorney at Gray Cary's San Diego office, recently was named to the American Lawyer's list of the nation's top 45 lawyers under 45 years of age. The American Lawyer is a New York-based law magazine. Editors...

The San Diego Meditation Centre. (Law).(education workshop for lawyers)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Earn Credits: The San Diego Mediation Center will offer a continuing education workshop Jan. 24. "Effective Advocacy for Your Client During Mediation: A Hands-on Workshop for Attorneys" qualifies for three MCLS credits. ...

The fifth annual Klinedinst Employment Law Symposium will be conducted Thursday. (Law).(bankruptcy seminar offered)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Symposium/Seminar: The fifth annual Klinedinst Employment Law Symposium will be conducted Thursday, Jan. 16, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Koll Center, 501 W. Broadway, 21st floor. The event costs $100. To register, call (619) 239-8131 or go to...

New year brings struggles for Gateway: stock price suffers after larger than expected losses. (Computers).(Personal computer maker's 4Q earnings report)
January 13, 2003... POWAY -- Personal computer maker Gateway, Inc. last week warned of a greater-than-expected loss when it releases its fourth quarter results Jan. 29. The market reacted the next day by shaving 7 percent off Gateway's stock price. In a...

Nasdaq delistings were plentiful in 2002. (Cyberbucks).(San Diego high tech companies delisted)
January 13, 2003... As the tech wreck continues, so has the exit of more local tech firms from the Nasdaq stock exchange. Last year, at least a dozen San Diego tech companies were delisted from Nasdaq, mostly because the firms' stock price didn't meet the...

SYS Technologies acquires AP labs to strengthen ties with defense contractors. (Cyberbucks).(specialized computers maker sold)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... SYS To Buy AP: SYS Technologies, a San Diego-based engineering services firm traded over the counter, said it has agreed to purchase AP Labs, a maker of specialized computers for military uses based in Rancho Bernardo. SYS President Cliff...

Remec Inc. (Cyberbucks).(wireless infrastructure equipment maker sold)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Remec Completes Purchase: Remec Inc. finally completed its acquisition of Spectrian Corp., a Sunnyvale-based maker of wireless infrastructure equipment, late last month. According to the company, Spectrian shareholders will receive one...

EntrePort Corp. (Cyberbucks).(online real estate training company tries to sell itself)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Sale Falls Through: EntrePort Corp., a Carlsbad-based provider of online training for the real estate industry, is still looking for a white knight to rescue it after a second attempt at selling itself failed. The latest buyer of the firm,...

E.Digital Corp. (Cyberbucks).(digital audio products maker converts notes to stock)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... EDIG Conducts Debt For Equity: E.Digital Corp., a San Diego-based maker of digital audio products, said it converted $2.05 million in promissory notes to preferred stock, and restructured a $750,000 note as a way to improve its balance sheet....

SkinMedica Inc. (Cyberbucks).(firm raises $5 mn for developing treatment of skin conditions)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... SkinMedica Raises $S Million: SkinMedica Inc., a Carlsbad-based drug company focused on the treatment of skin conditions, said it completed a $5 million third round of venture funding led by Apax Partners, that follows a second venture round in...

New-drug notice sends stock soaring. (High-Tech).(two new monoclonal antibody therapeutic drugs)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Up, up, up went stock in San Diego's Applied Molecular Evolution, Inc. following good news at the start of the year. The company on Jan. 3 announced two possible drugs in the company's pipeline. An analyst from J.P. Morgan announced an...

General Atomics building souped-up, unmanned predators for Air Force. (High-Tech).(new Predator can reach altitudes of over 50,000 feet)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... A Predator With Extra Heft: San Diego-based General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is building two souped-up versions of its Predator unmanned aircraft under a recent Air Force contract. It also plans to test fly a similar aircraft -- a...

Cohu, Inc. (High-Tech).(semiconductor manufacturing plant to close)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... A Change Of Heart: Cohu, Inc. subsidiary Delta Design, a maker of test-handling equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, announced plans to close its Columbus, Ohio, engineering and manufacturing plant to reduce costs. The announcement...

HM Electronics, Inc. (High-Tech).(firm builds new 71,000-sq.-ft. plant)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Poway Packs 'Em In: HM Electronics, Inc., which makes electronics for the fast-food industry, has left Sorrento Mesa for a new, more spacious facility at 14110 Stowe Drive in Poway. The brand new facility has 71,000 square feet -- 5,000...

Employment outlook brightens for tech sector: high-tech jobs in county increased by 5,571 over the past 12 months. (Jobs).(biotech sector reports 5,600 new jobs)
January 13, 2003... The tech wreck may have ended, at least in San Diego. Judging from a recent report from the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, high-tech jobs in the county increased by 5,571 during the past year, reversing a drop of about 2,800 jobs...

San Diego biotechs merge, plan move to Rancho Bernardo.(GeneFormatics Inc. and Structural Bioinformatics Inc. merge)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... San Diego biotechs GeneFormatics, Inc. and Structural Bioinformatics, Inc. have announced plans to shed staff and merge. The combined company should have enough cash to last beyond 2005, said Edward Maggio, chief executive of Structural...

Qualcomm appoints retired E&Y exec to board.(appointment at QUALCOMM Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Directors of Qualcomm Inc. have appointed Raymond V. Dittamore to a seat on their board. Dittamore fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Neil Kadisha, which the company announced in May 2002. Dittamore is retired from a 35-year...

Nassco eyes pact on new oil tankers.(National Steel and Shipbuilding Co. seeks new tanker contracts)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... National Steel and Shipbuilding Co., which has started to build the first of four BP oil tankers, is going after even more tanker business. By year's end, the San Diego shipyard hopes to hear whether it has a deal to build two,...

Telecommuting morphs into 'teleworking' as boundaries blur between home, office work: business sees advantage of tech-savvy work force. (Special Report: Office Tech).(majority of workers believe teleworking raises productivity)
January 13, 2003... Telecommuting is dead. Long live telecommuting. Lindsey Burroughs, spokeswoman for the local Cox Communications office, said the wild predictions made in the 1990s about the decentralized office seem to have been off the mark. ...

Office machine companies.(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... OFFICE MACHINE COMPANIES Ranked by number of local full-time employees as of Dec. 1, 2002 Rank Name Telephone (last Address Fax year) Web address...

Is your business safe from computer hackers? Five steps for keeping unwanted 'visitors' at bay. (Special Report: Office Tech).
January 13, 2003... Many businesses think they have an invisible cloak of invincibility when it comes to computer security. But saying, "It won't happen to me" is simply not enough. Harm to your office systems and data can be a fatal blow aimed at the heart...

Examining the pros and cons of telecommuting. (Special Report: Office Tech).(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... According to a fact sheet found on one of several Internet sites about telework, instituting a telecommuting program could have many benefits, but also many downsides. Here are some of the advantages: * Improved productivity. Teleworkers...

Office furniture dealers.(ranked by number of full-time employees)(Currency Trading)(Directory)(Illustration)
January 13, 2003... OFFICE FURNITURE DEALERS Ranked by the number of full-time employees as of Dec. 1, 2002 Full-time employees ...

Entrepreneur's Source offers business consulting. (Small Business & Retail).(opens Rancho Bernardo franchise)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... San Diego has a new resource to help prospective entrepreneurs start a business, or to help established businesses expand. Southbury, Conn.-based the Entrepreneur's Source has opened a franchise in Rancho Bernardo. The office is part of a...

Toyota of Carlsbad opens service facility in Oceanside. (Small Business & Retail).(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... How's That?: A Toyota dealership in Carlsbad, which was once in Oceanside, has opened a satellite operation in Oceanside. The facility is still called Toyota of Carlsbad. Howard Schuler, general service manager of the Oceanside facility,...

Maggie Moo's Ice Cream and Treatery. (Small Business & Retail).(opens store in Mission Valley, San Diego County)(Brief Article)
January 13, 2003... Ice Cream Shop Moo-ving In: San Diego is now home to a new ice cream parlor. Maggie Moo's Ice Cream and Treatery, based in Columbia, Md., opened its first store in San Diego County in Mission Valley. The store, which opened Dec. 1 at the...