Granada Adds Two Members to Board
The Santa Barbara theatre named Morgan Bennett and Robert Montgomery to its Board of Directors, citing their expertise in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, law and business.
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Coverage of business people in Santa Barbara focuses on new appointments, executive hires and leadership transitions. Reporting follows moves across local industries and public agencies.
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November 6, 2026
Friendship Center Names Jeffrey Krutzsch Board PresidentThe Santa Barbara dementia day services nonprofit also added three new directors to its board in July 2026.
November 4, 2026
UCSB Dedicates Engineering College to Robert MehrabianHundreds attended a Nov. 3 ceremony at UC Santa Barbara honoring the former engineering dean and Teledyne executive chairman.
October 23, 2026
Santa Barbara Humane Adds New Board MembersThe nonprofit organization appoints Christine Garvey and Marla Smith to its board of directors.
October 23, 2026
Scholarship Foundation to Appoint New Development ChiefThe Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara has named Kara Hornbuckle as its new chief development officer.
October 20, 2026
Max Kadlec Named San Marcos Interim Basketball CoachThe 2020 San Marcos High School graduate takes over the program for the upcoming 2026-27 basketball season.
October 15, 2026
Santa Barbara Master Chorale Appoints William CutterThe chorus enters a new era under the leadership of conductor William Cutter following his September 2026 appointment.
October 13, 2026
Visionary Solutions Hired Chris Floyd as EngineerThe Santa Barbara-based company added an industry veteran to its design and support team.
October 2, 2026
Laguna Blanca School Added Three TrusteesThe Santa Barbara school appointed three local professionals to its Board of Trustees to provide strategic oversight.
October 2, 2026
Mission Scholars Appointed Rachel Johnson Executive DirectorThe Santa Barbara nonprofit has selected a veteran leader to oversee its college admissions and mentorship initiatives.
September 28, 2026
Rachel Johnson Will Lead Mission ScholarsThe nonprofit organization in Santa Barbara has appointed a new executive director effective October 26, 2026.
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This section follows professional appointments, executive shuffles, organizational leadership changes and career announcements. Coverage spans across the city and the communities around it. Leadership moves in hospitality and tech often dictate the rhythm of the local economy. Changes in oversight and management roles remain the most consistent driver of professional news.