Concordia University Irvine names new Dean for School of Business & Economics

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Photo courtesy of Concordia University Irvine Mar182024 November 25, 2024 Related Bristol one step closer to final Santa Ana city council approval for mixed-use project After a national search, Concordia University Irvine announced on October 17 that Karl Hoenecke, MBA ’14, as Dean for the School of Business and Economics. Hoenecke has served as Assistant Dean and Interim Dean at Concordia since 2022. Prior to that, he taught for seven years as an adjunct faculty member in the School of Business and Economics. “I am humbled to be following in the footsteps of Dean George Wright, who had a significant impact on the School of Business and Economics,” says Hoenecke. “I am excited for the School’s future and to build on the School’s solid foundation. It’s an honor to serve our students, alumni, business community, and our many constituents in Orange County.” Hoenecke brings decades of insights and connections from diverse business sectors. He also brings a broad view to business roles and responsibilities, having held positions from management trainee to president. Hoenecke holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Business Administration from Concordia. “Concordia is blessed to have Professor Karl Hoenecke as the new Dean of the School of Business and Economics,” says Provost and Senior Vice President Scott Ashmon. “Karl has a love of learning and wide ranging practical wisdom to bring to this leadership role. His faith, business acumen, and desire to collaborate will shape a vision for the school that is faithful to the mission of university and relevant for the needs of the business community in Orange County and beyond.” In addition to academia, Hoenecke’s career path included management positions at Enterprise Rent-A-Car, New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, Great Clips, Inc., and Starbucks before working as the Vice President of Business Development for TeamLogic IT and most recently as the Director of Sales and Operations for sports and location-based event company GZ6G Technologies. His wealth of professional and instructional experience will enhance Concordia’s School of Business and Economics.

OCBC/CSUF 31st Annual Economic Forecast Conference Sponsor Opportunities

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OCBC/CSUF 31st Annual Economic Forecast Conference Sponsor Opportunities Thursday, October 30, 2025 Hyatt Regency Irvine Additional Event Details Sponsor opportunities Coming Soon Thank you sponsors! Title Sponsor VIP Reception Sponsor Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors Girl Scouts of Orange County The Boeing Company For more information Lauren Martin, Director of EventsOrange County Business [email protected]

OCBC 2025 First Responders Dinner Sponsor Opportunities

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OCBC 2025 First Responders Dinner Sponsor Opportunities Thursday, September 18, 2025 The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel Additional Event Details Sponsor opportunities Coming Soon Thank you sponsors! Title Sponsor VIP Reception Sponsor Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors Girl Scouts of Orange County The Boeing Company For more information Lauren Martin, Director of EventsOrange County Business [email protected]

OCBC 2025 Health Care Forum Sponsor Opportunities

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OCBC 2025 Health Care Forum Sponsor Opportunities Tuesday, May 6, 2025 REGISTRATION: 8 a.m. | BREAKFAST & PROGRAM: 6:30 a.m. | ADJOURN: 10:30 a.m. The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel MEMBER TICKET: $115 | NON-MEMBER TICKET: $150 Sponsor opportunities Coming Soon Additional Event Details Deadline for ad inclusion and sponsor recognition in the printed event program is Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Contact Lauren Martin, OCBC Director of Events, at [email protected]. Thank you sponsors! Title Sponsor Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsors Gold Sponsor Kaiser Permanente ACC-OC CalCPA Orange County Long Beach Chapter First Pacific Bank Goodwill of Orange County Haskell & White LSA Associates, Inc Michael Baker International PNC Bank RevHub OC UCI Chief Executive Roundtable Corporate Sponsors For more information Lauren Martin, Director of EventsOrange County Business [email protected]

Workforce Committee Meeting

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November 13, 2024 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
2 Park Plaza, Suite 125, Irvine, CA 92614
Comprised of leaders in business, academia, and government, the Workforce Committee meets throughout the course of the year to discuss a variety of issues relating to career readiness in Orange County. Contact Jesse Ben-Ron for meeting details.

OCBC’s BIZPAC Endorses Reps. Lou Correa, Young Kim and Michelle Steel for Congressional Re-Elections

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BIZPAC also announces endorsements of State Senate and Assembly candidates IRVINE, CA (November 4, 2024) — Orange County Business Council’s BIZPAC announced it has endorsed U.S. Representatives Lou Correa (46th District), Young Kim (40th District) and Michelle Steel (45th District) in each of their bids for reelection to Congress. “OCBC’s BIZPAC is proud to endorse leaders who demonstrate a steadfast commitment to Orange County’s economic growth and quality of life,” said Amanda Walsh, Orange County Business Council Vice President of Government Affairs. “Congressman Correa stands out for his bipartisan approach and his understanding of the vital role that economic development, workforce, and infrastructure investments play in sustaining our community. Congresswoman Kim has proven herself as a champion of business growth, helping keep Orange County competitive. Congresswoman Steel remains a dedicated advocate for the business community, consistently supporting both small and large businesses and advocating for taxpayer protections.” “Additionally, OCBC’s BIZPAC has endorsed several state legislative candidates who align with OCBC’s mission of promoting a healthy business climate in California. Their commitment to practical, pro-business policies ensures that Orange County will continue to thrive economically while navigating regulatory and fiscal challenges. In addition to its endorsements of Correa, Kim, and Steel, OCBC’s BIZPAC also announced its support for candidates in various State Senate and Assembly races throughout Orange County.” The candidates who have received BIZPAC’s endorsement include: FEDERAL: Michelle Steel for Congress 2024 Young Kim for Congress 2024 Lou Correa for Congress 2024 Scott Baugh for Congress 2024 STATE: Cottie Petrie-Norris for Assembly 2024 Laurie Davies for Assembly 2024 Diane Dixon for Assembly 2024 Kate Sanchez for Assembly 2024 Tri Ta for Assembly 2024 Josh Newman for Senate 2024 About OCBC’s BIZPAC Orange County Business Council’s Political Action Committee, BIZPAC, was established more than 20 years ago as a means to support candidates and ballot measures which promote and protect the public policy agenda of the Orange County Business Council. Media Contact: Amanda Walsh Vice President, Government Affairs [email protected] 714.292.7080

OCBC’s BIZPAC Endorses Local Candidates for 2024 Orange County Elections

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IRVINE, CA (November 4, 2024) — Orange County Business Council’s BIZPAC announced it has endorsed numerous candidates seeking election to local city and county offices in Orange County. “Strong local leadership is essential to achieving Orange County’s economic and quality-of-life objectives, and it’s crucial for the business community to work alongside our government partners,” said Amanda Walsh, Vice President of Government Affairs at Orange County Business Council (OCBC). “OCBC’s BIZPAC is honored to back these dedicated public servants and community leaders in their efforts to serve Orange County.” The candidates who have received BIZPAC’s endorsement include: SUPERVISORIAL:   Janet Nguyen for Supervisor 2024  Don Wagner for Supervisor 2024   LOCAL:   Kristen Maahs for Anaheim City Council 2024, District 5  Carlos Franco for Buena Park City Council 2024, District 2 Stephanie Klopfenstein for Garden Grove Mayor 2024  Mike Carroll for Irvine City Council 2024, District 4 John Park for Irvine City Council 2024, District 1 James Mai for Irvine City Council 2024, District 3 Nicholas Dunlap for Fullerton City Council 2024, District 2 Tanya Doby for Los Alamitos City Council 2024, District 1  Kathy Tavoularis for Orange City Council 2024, District 3 Jon Dumitru for Orange City Council 2024, District 2 Ryan Gallagher for Tustin City Council 2024  Tara Campbell for Yorba Linda City Council 2024  Peggy Huang for Yorba Linda City Council 2024  Anthony Johnson for Yorba Linda City Council 2024  WATER:   Frank Ury for SMWD Board 2024  SCHOOL BOARD:   Timothy Jemal for SOCCCD Board 2024 Teri Rocco for GGUSD School Board 2024 About OCBC’s BIZPAC Orange County Business Council’s Political Action Committee, BIZPAC, was established more than 20 years ago as a means to support candidates and ballot measures which promote and protect the public policy agenda of the Orange County Business Council. Media Contact: Amanda Walsh Vice President, Government Affairs [email protected] 714.292.7080

Nationally Acclaimed CSUF Economists: Economy Is Comfortably Numb

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Pictured from left to right are Dean Sridhar Sundaram, Dr. Mira Farka, Dr. Anil Puri, president of Farmers & Merchants Bank, and title sponsor, Kevin Tiber, and OCBC President and CEO Jeff Ball. The sold out 30th annual OCBC/CSUF Economic Forecast Conference also marks release of report The sold-out OCBC/CSUF 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference also marks release of report IRVINE, CA (October 25, 2024) — California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) economists Dr. Anil Puri and Dr. Mira Farka described the economy—locally and nationally—as maintaining, but sticky due to inflation—at the 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference on October 24 in Irvine. A collaboration of CSUF and Orange County Business Council (OCBC), the conference also marked the release of the 2025 CSUF Economic Forecast Report. This year’s theme, “The ‘Vibes’ Economy: Outlook for Growth and Inflation Amidst Election Uncertainty,” had economists Dr. Puri and Dr. Farka explaining the disconnect between hard data and sentiment, or the vibe that consumers are feeling where the majority are not doing so well. While labor market data is showing good signs, and the overall economy is maintaining, the disconnect is due to two things being squeezed: housing costs and wages. The CSUF economists presented to a sold-out audience of 500 attendees. Dr. Anil Puri is the Director of the Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting at CSUF and Dr. Mira Farka, a Professor of Economics, serves as the Co-Director of the Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting at CSUF. Puri served as dean of the College of Business and Economics at CSUF. Farka has been published in leading academic journals and is a nationally recognized economist in business and economic forecasting. Title sponsor of the 30th Annual Economic Forecast Conference was Farmers & Merchants Bank. About Orange County Business CouncilFor nearly 30 years, Orange County Business Council (OCBC) has been representing and promoting the region’s business community together with government and academia to enhance the economic development of Orange County, California. The Council’s core initiatives include developing pro-business solutions that lead to economic growth, education development that leads to a competitive workforce, advocating for a range of housing, and advocating for adequate investment in regional and statewide infrastructure for the nation’s sixth most populous county. Member organizations include businesses and local organizations representing a diverse cross section of industries including biomedical, construction, education, financial services, health care, manufacturing, municipalities, nonprofit, real estate, technology, tourism, transportation, real estate and utilities. For more information, visit ocbc.org. Media Contact:Lizz Mishreki, APRVice President of CommunicationsOrange County Business [email protected]