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The 2024 Best of OCEAN Awards celebrate the exceptional contributions of businesses across Orange County, recognizing leaders and innovators who excel in their fields. This year’s winners highlight the excellence that defines Orange County’s professional community. Congratulations to all our honorees! 2024 Best of OCEAN Award Winners Each of these winners has set the standard […]

Orange County continues to showcase a robust economy characterized by a diverse job market and low unemployment rates. However, the 2024-2025 Community Indicators Report by the Orange County Business Council (OCBC) highlights a significant and ongoing challenge: housing affordability. Economic Resilience The county’s strategic location and skilled workforce contribute to its economic vitality. Industries such

Orange County, California, is more than just sandy beaches, luxury living, and theme parks. It’s a hub of innovation, cultural diversity, and economic vitality that positions it as a national leader in several domains. From education to business, Orange County has claimed the number-one spot and is leading the nation in areas that matter most

Orange County’s unemployment rate held steady at 4.1% in October 2024, matching the revised figure from September and slightly exceeding the 3.9% rate recorded in October 2023. This data, released by the California Employment Development Department (EDD), provides insight into the region’s current economic health. Comparative Analysis In October, California’s statewide unemployment rate rose to

California, renowned for its innovation and economic prowess, has recently received mixed evaluations regarding its business environment. A report by the Cato Institute, a public policy research organization, assigned California a ‘D’ grade in its 2024 “Freedom in the 50 States” analysis, ranking the state 48th in overall freedom. This assessment reflects concerns about regulatory

Lestonnac Free Clinic, a longstanding provider of free healthcare services in Orange County since 1979, is set to make history by opening the nation’s first free surgery center for uninsured patients in early 2025. This 4,000-square-foot facility in Orange, California, aims to offer essential surgical procedures at no cost, addressing a critical gap in healthcare

In a significant development for the pharmaceutical industry, McGuff Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (MPI) has received FDA approval for its new state-of-the-art facility located in Santa Ana, California. This 86,000-square-foot sterile fill-and-finish manufacturing plant is set to enhance the company’s production capabilities and expand its presence in the Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) and Contract Development and Manufacturing