Innovation Lives Here

special supplement | July 29, 2016

Life in the Tri-Valley makes it attractive to young, talented workers, says FunMobility’s Adam Lavine (center) pictured here on the Bishop Ranch campus with Daniel Miranda and TheTri-Valley Danielle Merz. Innovation Lives Here

Philip Wente Lynn Fischer Alex Mehran and Alex Mehran Jr. Denise Koker

Collaborative culture Empathy for workers Quallity building creates a legacy Science, technology a hallmark of is a core value. for future generations. are the DNA of Tri-Valley leadership. Tri-Valley innovation.

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The Tri-Valley is thriving contents 3 Welcome to the Tri-Valley ® on innovation & good living 4 ‘Ecology of innovation’ powers Tri-Valley growth 4 Tri-Valley by the numbers Skilled workers at every level find a wealth of opportunities among the Bishop Ranch : A workplace 6 Innovation breeds innovation (graphic) Tri-Valley’s industry-leading companies and entrepreneurial ventures 7 Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group that works for you. elcome to the Tri-Valley, one of the Investment capital is flowing in. The Tri-Valley 8 National Labs propel Tri-Valley innovation most dynamic innovation hubs in attracts funds from Silicon Valley and Bay Area 14 POC Medical: Early detection saves lives W the country and one of the most de- venture capital firms, high-net-worth individu- 14 LAM Research: In growth mode sirable places to live and raise a family. als and from as far away as New York, Toronto and London. 16 New City Center at Bishop Ranch The innovation ecosystem is expanding. With 18 Cities share vision for innovation economy two National Laboratories, the Livermore Val- Top talent is drawn to the Tri-Valley – from 22 Chevron ley Open Campus, a concentration of knowl- all over the world, and from colleges and uni- 22 Topcon: Precision positioning edge-based companies, a State of California-des- versities close to home. Tri-Valley residents also ignated innovation hub, cutting-edge startups tend to be much more highly educated than the 23 Las Positas College - Doing what matters and the Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group, national average and the median income in four 26 Incubators, accelerators & open labs the Tri-Valley continues to add to its network of out of five of the Tri-Valley cities is more than 27 World of Children innovation assets. double that of the U.S. as a whole. 28 Veeva expanding in Pleasanton Jobs are in abundance. In fact, according to the Information, ideas and connections flow freely. 28 Mobile brands that engage audiences most recent UCLA Anderson Forecast, the Tri- The region’s business community successfully 30 Live/Work at the Hacienda Valley is at essentially full employment. As a re- manages the tension between collegiality and sult, wages are competitive and cities are building competitiveness. 32 Wineries & Craft Beers more workforce housing. And there’s a concerted 34 Title 21 improving patient safety & outcomes community effort to keep the Tri-Valley family- With its Mediterranean climate, scenic beauty, 34 Leading-edge health care friendly. first-rate cultural venues, cosmopolitan am- biance, world-class wineries, bountiful opportu- Entrepreneurs are inspired by the Tri-Valley’s nities for recreation, a range of housing options Stories by Carol Piasente culture of innovation. They are drawing on the and exceptional schools it’s now wonder the Tri- Design and layout by Carol Collier region’s resources and expertise to bring bold Valley is a highly desirable place to live. new ideas to market. Main cover photo by Paolo Vescia

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Tri-Valley Median household income Employment by sector In thousands; 2012 ﬁgures by the numbers $120 100 Data as reported in the Bay Area Council Economic 80 Institute Report, “The Tri-Valley Rising,” 2014. 60

Educational attainment 20 Highest degree earned 0 100 Tri-Valley San Silicon Bay Area California Francisco Valley 13% 18% 12% 15% US Census; Bay Area Council Economic Institute 80 Professional and business services Patent registrations in the Tri-Valley 29% 33% 23% 25% Trade, Transportation, utilities 1000 60 Doctorate Manufacturing 800 Education and Health Master’s or Information 40 32% 27% 29% 27% professional degree 600 Leisure and hospitality Bachelor’s degree Financial services

Percent of adult population Percent 20 400 Some college or Construction associate degree 23% 19% 34% 31% 200 Other services High school or less 0 Natural resources and mining 2000 2012 2000 2012 0 Tri-Valley All Bay Area 1990 2012 National Establishment Time Series, 2012 US Census; Bay Area Council Economic Institute US Patent and Trade Oce; Bay Area Council Economic Institute Bay Area Council Economic Institute ‘Ecology of innovation’ powers Tri-Valley growth

“We know that nchored by major company headquarters Add to the mix a highly educated labor pool, central Bay and two national labs that are expanding the Area location and diverse housing options from single-family people who are commercial uses of their facilities and the ap- homes to transit-centric condos and apartments and it’s easy looking for a job plications of their R&D, the Tri-Valley is at- to see why the Tri-Valley is home to some of the nation’s larg- tracting new, entrepreneurial businesses and est companies. are also making Aboasts the second-largest concentration of computer engi- A notable dynamic is the role of top talent in continuing a decision about neers in the Bay Area. to expand the circle of innovative companies in the Tri-Val- ley. Many of the region’s startups are the result of business what they want Two world-class national labs leaders and entrepreneurs leaving one business to run with in a quality The influence of the labs cannot be underestimated – a new idea or to take up leadership roles in other Tri-Valley no other place in America has two national laboratories in businesses. of life. To the such close proximity. extent business LLNL, with an annual budget of $1.42 billion, employs Diverse business base some 5,800 at its Livermore campus. Almost half of these The Tri-Valley’s diverse business base helps to buffer the realizes that, employees reside in the Tri-Valley. Home to the Sequoia, region from economic ups and downs. regional one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the world’s In addition to the large companies based in the Tri-Valley, largest beam laser, LLNL is noted for its leadership in the region, like the rest of the Bay Area and on trend with the collaborations high-performance computing, lasers and optics. rest of the country, has a growing number of small businesses. Sandia California, also in Livermore, employs another Tri-Valley establishments with fewer than 10 workers are con- to create a 1,150 fulltime and contract workers. Sandia is breaking centrated in the professional services, health care, real estate great quality of new ground in energy research and helping to develop and construction industries. next-generation biofuels. From 1994 to 2008, Tri-Valley employment expanded by life and a great Originally funded for defense work, these world-class 65 percent, with strong growth in manufacturing and con- educational research institutions have broadened their focus to include struction. In comparison, Bay Area employment grew by 17 commercial applications and are largely responsible for percent over the same period. system becomes the Tri-Valley’s accelerated growth, which is expanding at Information jobs in software, telecommunications, pub- a no-brainer.” a faster rate than the Bay Area as a whole, according to the lishing and data processing have increased by 86 percent since Bay Area Council (BAC) report, “Tri-Valley Rising.” 1994. Between 2008 and 2011, the information sector jobs Philip Wente, grew by 51 percent. winemaker Major cutting-edge corporations One of the assets setting the Tri-Valley apart is the avail- Educated, enterprising labor pool ability of land, which has allowed for the construction of The Tri-Valley is a magnet for highly skilled people who corporate campuses, office parks and business centers close come to the region to work at the national labs, corporate to local amenities and transportation. Bishop Ranch in San headquarters and entrepreneurial ventures. The area also Ramon and Hacienda in Pleasanton together house ap- boasts some of the highest levels of educational attainment proximately 20 million square feet of office space. for its youth. a July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 5

Median household income Employment by sector In thousands; 2012 ﬁgures The Tri-Valley 101 $120 880 100 Region 80 580 60 680

Educational attainment 20 Highest degree earned 0 Danville 100 Tri-Valley San Silicon Bay Area California Francisco Valley San Ramon US Census; Bay Area Council Economic Institute 13% 18% 12% 15% San 80 Oakland 580 Professional and business services Francisco Dublin Patent registrations in the Tri-Valley 29% 33% 23% 25% Trade, Transportation, utilities Livermore 1000 60 Pleasanton Doctorate Manufacturing 880 800 Education and Health Master’s or Information 40 32% 27% 29% 27% professional degree 600 Leisure and hospitality Bachelor’s degree San Jose Financial services 101

Percent of adult population Percent 20 Some college or 400 Construction 680 associate degree 23% 19% 34% 31% 200 Other services High school or less 0 Natural resources and mining 2000 2012 2000 2012 0 Tri-Valley All Bay Area 1990 2012 National Establishment Time Series, 2012 US Census; Bay Area Council Economic Institute US Patent and Trade Oce; Bay Area Council Economic Institute Bay Area Council Economic Institute ‘Ecology of innovation’ powers Tri-Valley growth

As the Tri-Valley continues to attract new businesses and Nurturing an entrepreneurial ecosystem “With its research established companies grow and expand their employment At the same time, the region has built a nurturing eco- bases, the region will continue to attract a growing number system to encourage and nurture entrepreneurial activity. and development of workers from around the Bay Area. “Incubators, entrepreneurial co-working spaces and ac- infrastructure celerators are magnets that collect people and resources,” Extraordinary collaboration says Brandon Cardwell, executive director of the i-GATE and its growing From CEOs of major companies to startup entrepre- Innovation Hub. “What comes out is extraordinary and of- entrepreneurial neurs and city staff from Livermore to Danville, there’s ten completely unexpected.” widespread agreement that the Tri-Valley profits from an environment, the Interconnectivity extraordinary culture of regional collaboration. Tri-Valley is no “Regionalism is hard,” admits Philip Wente, winemaker The Tri-Valley has been smart to cultivate high-value and one of the Tri-Valley’s most influential leaders. “But connections with the broader Bay Area, says the BAC. There longer just a nice the Tri-Valley has found a way to make it work.” is a mutually beneficial flow of labor in and out of the Tri- place to live—it “When people stop to think about what makes the Tri- Valley, and a high-degree of collaboration with regional Valley competitive, we know that people who are looking partners. In 2012, 886 patents were registered to primary has become a for a job are also making a decision about what they want inventors located in the Tri-Valley, reports the BAC. This in a quality of life. To the extent business realizes that, re- represents significant growth over the last 20 years. Increas- vital node in the gional collaborations to create a great quality of life and a ingly these patents have been registered with co-inventors broader Bay Area great educational system becomes a no-brainer.” located in other parts of the Bay Area. Dale Kaye, CEO of the Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership The Tri-Valley is also attracting increasing capital invest- innovation system.” Group adds that “instead of thinking in silos, thought lead- ment. In 2012, the 925 area code, which includes the Tri- Bay Area Council Eco- ers have now eliminated any kind of artificial boundaries.” Valley and parts of Contra Costa County, ranked 19th in nomic Institute report, “As a region we have identified an elegant ecosystem of venture capital investment in the U.S., according to the BAC. “Tri-Valley Rising.” innovation that encompasses San Ramon’s Bishop Ranch, with its enviromnment for some of the most progressive Quality of life companies in the world, like GE Digital; Danville, a place The Tri-Valley’s wide selection of housing, great public where CEO’s choose to live; Dublin with its wealth of soft- parks and open space, flourishing arts scene and excellent ware companies; Pleasanton, home to companies from public schools attract a slightly different demographic from Clorox and Kaiser Permanente to Oracle and Safeway; and the young, single tech workers flocking to the more ur- Livermore, the only place in the country where two na- ban culture of San Francisco and Oakland. And, while still tional labs sit side by side, both producing game-changing pricey, home prices have yet to meet the exorbitant cost of a technology that impacts the world.” single-family home in Silicon Valley. “We’re proud of the role Innovation Tri-Valley has “Given the BART line,” says Tim Hunt, a Pleasanton- played in aligning the assets of the region and we’re work- Weekly.com columnist, “Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon and ing to illuminate them nationally and internationally.” Livermore are ideal for tech workers who are a bit older and want a family-oriented community with quality schools.” 6 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES Taking a closer look at the Tri-Valley’s abundance of assets

mazing things happen in our valley!” “That was the beginning,” says Kaye. “The question be- says Dale Kaye, CEO of the Innovation came: What can happen if we put forth a concerted effort Tri-Valley Leadership Group. “A critical to make the Tri-Valley’s wealth of assets all work together?” mass of knowledge-based businesses, highly ranked educational institutions, Bringing all parties to the table “Aa high quality of life and a culture that welcomes diversity Innovation Tri-Valley (ITV) represents a growing part- and change make the Tri-Valley ‘the heart of California in- nership of public and private entities that have committed novation.’” leadership, time and dollars to securing an even brighter fu- To emphasize the value of the Tri-Valley as a preferred ture for the region. destination for business and great place to live, Kaye points “By bringing business, education and civic leaders to the to: same table, we’re creating a powerful dynamic that’s having • New initiatives from the national labs that are gener- a positive impact on job growth in the Tri-Valley, helping ating technology advancements and business opportunities “The Tri-Valley to sustain a healthy economy and contributing to a vibrant on an unprecedented scale. is where the community,” says Kaye. “Our mission is to build an ecology of • The growing number of small companies with bold innovation and empathy by bringing everyone to the table.” ideas and big companies that lead their industry choosing best minds in More housing, better transportation the Tri-Valley as their home base. the world are • The two business incubators, i-GATE and iValley, and Tri-Valley business and government leaders identify the Innovate Pleasanton accelerator that are providing space at work in a building more housing for the region’s talented – and highly and resources to encourage forward-thinking startups. sought after – workforce and improving the transportation • And the remarkable degree of collaboration among Tri- culture that infrastructure as their top two initiatives. Valley cities to make an exceptional quality of life even better. sees the value “Long commutes are detrimental to quality of life and we are working with multiple agencies to come up with inno- Calling attention to the Tri-Valley’s assets of collaboration vate ways to alleviate that problem,” says Kaye. “Our job at Innovation Tri-Valley is to showcase the as far more The ITV is advocating for better connections between Tri-Valley’s economic advantages, its quality of life and its BART and the Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) Train to dynamic ecosystem of innovation,” says John Sensiba, ITV productive than the labs and surrounding businesses and encouraging Oak- chair and managing partner, Sensiba San Filippo. “We want the culture land International Airport to add to its international flight the world to know about all we have schedule. to offer.” of brutal ITV is also working with city governments to streamline The Innovation Tri-Valley Leader- competition the approval and permitting process to make it even easier ship Group was founded following a for companies to locate and expand in the Tri-Valley – a re- conference hosted by the U.S. Cham- found in other gion known for its business-friendly environment. ber of Commerce and the Livermore innovation hubs.’ Valley Chamber in 2011. Following a Education and workforce development full day of presentations touting the Dale Kaye, Innovation ITV has several projects aimed at building STEM programs commitment to innovation and the Tri-Valley Leadership in the schools and at Las Positas College that can prepare stu- riches of the Tri-Valley, Marty Beard, Group dents to take their place in an ever more technical economy. John Sensiba, ITV then president of Sybase, and now “We’ve created opportunities for businesses to connect Chair and Managing COO of Blackberry, asked a leading with the schools and provide needed direction and advice on Partner, Sensiba question: “If we’re so great, why has how to develop comprehensive programs that are relevant to San Filippo no one heard of the Tri-Valley?” employers,” says Kaye.

Innovation Bill Colson ● Worked at LLNL breeds ● Used Lab technology to start QuantaLife. innovation ● Sold to BioRad. ● Startup HealthTell A genealogy of Tri-Valley (diagnostics using a companies and entrepreneurs single drop of blood.) Dave Duffield The Tri-Valley’s culture of collaboration, { } ● Founded PeopleSoft. John Chen { } its R&D capacity, talented workforce, ● ● Was CEO of Sybase (Dublin). Company acquired by Oracle. Lynn Fischer prestigious anchor institutions and ● Went on to found Workday. ● Sybase acquired by SAP. diverse business base has indeed built ● Worked for ● Brought Blackberry to the Tri-Valley. a foundation for a growing innovation Concannon ● Became CEO of Blackberry. ● economy. The Tri-Valley is a place where Went on to form business leaders get to know one another medical software company Title 21 and share what they’ve learned to support aspiring new startups Tri-Valley executives, company founders, Marty Beard new entrepreneurs and smart people want { } ● Former Sybase exec. to stay. When they leave one company, David Kent ● Came to Blackberry with they tend to land elsewhere in the Valley, ● Was CEO of The Wine Group. John Chen. whether it’s to startup a new venture or take ● Now runs Darcie Kent Winery (Livermore). ● Founder of Innovation a leadership in another company. Tri-Valley. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 7

Before moving to the Taking a closer look at the Tri-Valley’s abundance of assets Tri-Valley area, I was in Southern California attending University “ of California, Irvine for my master’s degree in Computer Science. I’ve been in the area for more than three years now LLNL

and have loved it. The Tri-Valley is starting to become that place where you have the perfect balance between overall quality of life and cost of living. In my spare time, LLNL I enjoy biking and running

Unique educational opportunities, cultural and historical attractions, two world-renowned national labs, and natural beauty are a few on Iron Horse Trail, of the Tri-Valley region’s assets. camping at Lake Del Valle, The exchange gives educators a chance to learn to become the vendor for new street lighting in Liver- hiking at Little Yosemite, about the present and projected workforce needs. more. The project is part of the city’s climate action Business leaders have stepped up to participate in plan with OpTerra, which designed and delivered a visiting the Livermore shaping the curriculum and open access to financial comprehensive energy savings program for the city. vineyard and exploring resources, technology at their groundbreaking facilities and the expertise of their personnel. Showcasing Tri-Valley businesses downtown Danville. “This level of participation, plus a growing number ITV has created numerous special events to “illumi- Chandra Jammi Shekhar, software of internships, has made our education systems not nate the Tri-Valley’s abundance of assets,” says Kaye. engineer, Veeva System Inc. just excellent but groundbreaking,” says Kaye. The Annual Innovation Forum brings business leaders together to learn what’s needed to thrive in to- Helping businesses scale up day’s fast-changing global economy. ITV has been inspired by a statement from Intel’s The Dream Makers and Risk Takers luncheon sa- Andy Grove, who said that keeping the economy moving lutes the young innovators “who are changing the not only means public-private partnerships to welcome world,” says Kaye. This year’s event salutes student en- new entrepreneurs, but also to help businesses scale up. trepreneurs around the Tri-Valley. Kaye cites as an example ITV’s advocating for ” Bridgelux, a Livermore-based LED lighting company,

Bill Colson ● Worked at LLNL ● Used Lab technology to start QuantaLife. ● Sold to BioRad. ● Startup HealthTell (diagnostics using a single drop of blood.) Dave Duffield { } ● Founded PeopleSoft. John Chen { } ● ● Was CEO of Sybase (Dublin). Company acquired by Oracle. Lynn Fischer ● Went on to found Workday. ● Sybase acquired by SAP. ● Worked for ● Brought Blackberry to the Tri-Valley. Concannon ● Became CEO of Blackberry. ● Went on to form medical software company Title 21

Marty Beard { } ● Former Sybase exec. David Kent ● Came to Blackberry with ● Was CEO of The Wine Group. John Chen. ● Now runs Darcie Kent Winery (Livermore). ● Founder of Innovation Tri-Valley. 8 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES

National Labs are engines of Tri-Valley innovation

photos / Julie Russell/LLNL

The presence of Lawrence Livermore and Sandia draws top scientists and engineers to the Tri-Valley and brings international renown and investment to the region

t’s been called “the smartest square mile on earth” – and it’s at the heart of the Tri-Val- ley’s innovation economy. No other place in the country can boast two federal research laboratories – Law- Irence Livermore (LLNL) and Sandia California. For more than 60 years, LLNL and Sandia have been developing and applying cutting-edge science and technology to resolve the nation’s most challenging security issues, from defense and Lawrence work shoulder-to-shoulder on common Top: A team of counterterrorism communications technology Livermore problems,” says Koker. Now, both Sandia scientists and to energy, environmental protection and trans- National and LLNL are pursuing plans to build addi- engineers at portation. tional facilities on the site to accommodate a Lawrence Livermore Laboratory As the labs broadened their focus to include growing number of partners from industry, National Laboratory an array of technologies and opened their doors 6.9 academia and other national laboratories. is developing to commercialization, the Tri-Valley economy million sq. ft. The influence of the labs extends beyond “human-on-a-chip,” benefited. Access to research, personnel and these direct activities. a miniature external facilities has resulted in a growing number of 820 “Historically, the labs were the DNA of replication of the partnerships with industry and academia, li- acres innovation,” says Scott Gregerson, presi- human body, that censing agreements and dent of Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare. could replace animal the formation of new 5,800 “That’s where it all started. Brilliant peo- testing. business startups. employees ple came from all over world to Livermore. “Our mission includes Lawrence Livermore and Sandia/California Above: Ibo ensuring the technology 2,600 seeded the entire Tri-Valley.” Matthews, Gabe scientists & we develop at Sandia It’s difficult to assess the full economic Guss and Phil engineers is transferred to indus- impact of the labs on the region. Both Depond research try and that society as a $1.5 B institutions procure hundreds of millions micro-scale laser- whole benefits,” says De- Annual budget of dollars in resources, they attract top material interactions nise Koker, director of level talent from across the country and and material Denise Koker, Sandia/California’s oper- their employees, who live throughout the response dynamics Director, Sandia/ ations. “We haven’t fulfilled that mis- region, have a huge ripple effect – they are buying homes, at Lawrence California sion until the solutions we develop raising their families, purchasing goods and services and Livermore Lab. make it out to the commercial sector.” supporting local restaurants, movie theaters and other The Livermore Valley Open Campus (LVOC), a joint small businesses. partnership between Sandia/California and LLNL, brings businesses and universities together with lab personnel “to Continued on next page

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National Lab Impact Initiative In an effort to better utilize national laboratory resources nationwide, the Department of Energy launched its National Laboratory Impact Initiative in 2013. The idea is to build more effective relationships among government, academia, the national laboratories and the private sector. Lawrence Livermore and Sandia/California partner in several of these programs. For example, the Small Business Voucher Program provides up to $20 million in vouchers so that small businesses can request technical assistance from national labs to help bring the next generation of clean energy technologies to market. The third round of funding opens in late July. LabCorps is a professional development program to help researchers move technology from their lab to the market. Teams from Sandia and LLNL participated in the LabCorps training this year and now have market-ready business LLNL plans for their technology. Sandia The Lawrence Livermore IPO has active On the Livermore National commercial licenses with some 116 compa- Valley Open Economic development Laboratories- nies in the U.S. and internationally, including Campus, Sandia LLNL’s Office of Economic Development is focused on Livermore 49 in California alone. Licensing and royalty has built the first public/private partnerships and growing high-technology 900 income in recent years has topped $10 mil- “algae raceway” business opportunities in the Tri-Valley area and greater San lion annually, representing more than $400 testing facility that employees Francisco Bay region. million in annual sales of products based on contains pools of The office works closely with regional organizations like 250 LLNL technologies. water that look the Bay Area Council, East Bay Economic Development Al- contractors, like a miniature liance, Silicon Valley Leadership Group and Innovation Tri- postdoctoral High-tech business opportunities speedway to Valley. Programs and services include the Livermore Valley fellows & students As the director of LLNL’s IPO, Rich Rankin research how to Open Campus, a joint collaboration between LLNL and and his staff of scientists, engineers, attorneys turn algae into Sandia California, the High Performance Computing In- 410 and entrepreneurs are bringing laboratory-de- biofuel. novation Center (HPCIC) and the Industrial Partnerships acres veloped technologies to market. Office (IPO). Four companies founded by LLNL sci- IPO is the conduit through which the laboratory connects $29 M industry partners with laboratory-developed technologies. Annual budget Continued on next page

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Continued from previous page this kind of training,” says Rankin. “Even if that critical mass of firms based on sophisti- they never start a business, they learn to speak cated technology to the Tri-Valley.” entists – Cadence Design, Cepheid, Digital the language, which is invaluable in collabo- For example, because the State of Califor- Globe and Rambus – now have a collective rating with others and even in writing better nia is a leader in energy renewables and alter- market value of about $12 billion, as reported proposals.” Go-to-market strategies offer lab native fuels, says Koker, “Sandia researchers by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. personnel an opportunity to network with at the internationally renowned Combustion “The labs are an innovation engine,” says and make presentations to groups of individ- Research Facility (CRF) have had a big im- Rankin, “but without businesses and a work- ual entrepreneurs and investors. pact on almost every car on the road, having force made up of the best and the brightest to Because startups worked with all the major automotive indus- turn ideas into products and services, the im- are risky, an Entre- try players for decades to improve efficiency pact on the economy wouldn’t be very exciting.” preneurial Separa- and reduce emissions. Now they are moving He describes the area’s successful incuba- tion program enables to the next generation of fuels and engines tors and business accelerators as a kind of LLNL employees to by co-optimizing both to bring new technol- “catcher’s mitt.” join a company for up ogies to the market sooner with better out- “If we’re going to pitch technology and to three years while comes on efficiency and emissions.” ideas over the lab walls, they have to be caught preserving their op- Promising research is underway in part- and nurtured to take hold and grow.” tion to return to labo- nership with the Future Bio and Break- Rankin attributes the impact the labs have ratory employment. through Energy Coalition led by UC Berkeley on the Tri-Valley’s economy to “a changed Rich Rankin, In addition, busi- on the acceleration of technology to impact culture within the Labs themselves.” Director, LLNL’s IPO ness plan competi- global warming. While the project is just get- And the benefit, he says, goes both ways: tions are conducted ting underway, it opens the way to expand to “For our employees, interacting with people in partnership with additional partnerships. from the business community and other stake- business schools and entrepreneurial centers Sandia is also working with the Berkeley holders in the day-to-day mix of creating new to create opportunities for business students National Laboratory to develop the next gen- technologies is stimulating; it adds another and entrepreneurs to develop strategies for a eration of biofuels at the Joint Bioenergy In- dimension that makes their jobs more rich.” variety of LLNL technologies that are ripe for stitute. evaluation and business development. In another example, Sandia/California is Programs of the IPO include: investigating and demonstrating energy ap- The Laboratory Investor Knowledge Sem- Sandia/California’s economic impact plications for hydrogen, including in mari- inar-Silicon Valley was the first-ever Depart- Both national labs play a big part in form- time environments and is supporting Califor- ment of Energy Clean Energy Investment ing the clustering of technology firms that are nia’s hydrogen infrastructure initiatives. Center event aimed at bringing high-end in- so important to the growth of the Tri-Valley’s Sandia has also been instrumental in vestors in contact with the lab system. innovation economy. working with banks on network security and The National Labs Entrepreneurship “As we’ve seen with the number of biotech installing bio-threat detection at public facil- Academy is a highly focused boot camp for firms that have sprung up around Mission ities such as the Oakland Coliseum and San lab employees who get training in how to Bay in San Francisco, once you get to a cer- Francisco International Airport. Since 1994, form a company or what’s involved in setting tain threshold, businesses are attracted by the Sandia researchers and projects have been as- up a spin-off business. opportunity to be in proximity to like busi- sociated with 95 new companies as spinoffs, “Lab employees are champing at the bit for nesses,” says Koker. “The labs are bringing incubator creations or others.

A village of science & engineering collaboration

The Tri-Valley’s two national labs, once closed systems highly protective of their research, have flung open the doors to unprecedented collaboration. The result is the Livermore Valley Open Campus (LVOC), an innovation hub where lab personnel work with scientists and analysts from private industry and academia to come up with the next generation of “big ideas” aimed at solving critical challenges, from carbon- free transportation and supercomputers to bioscience and cybersecurity.

High Performance Combustion ATDyanimics Biotech Cybersecurity Space Situational Computing Innovation Research Facility Applied LLNL Collaboration Center Technologies Awareness Lab Center Contributing to the research to Developing Research Lab Provides research Helping outside partners development of more introduce a rear-drag biomedical and Developing, testing telescopes, a apply some of the world’s fuel-efficient vehicles aerodynamics device biosecurity solutions. and implementing portable robotic most powerful computing incollaboration with that saves truckers For example, a tool cybersecurity mount for resources to solve their high industry. 8+ gallons of fuel for being developed approaches in real- deployment at impact real-world business every 1,000 miles by Sandstone world situations. austere sites and problems. traveled and reducing Diagnostics is a test bed for For example, working both greenhouse helping couples developing advanced together, IBM and LLNL have gases and dangerous conceive by enabling telescopes. created the world’s most diesel particulates. rapid and private detailed simulation of the monitoring of male human heart in action. fertility. Visit kp.org today. 14 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES

POC Medical: Early detection saves lives POC Medical Systems, which is bringing the next generation of diagnostics to market, is a perfect example of the Tri-Valley innovation ecosystem at work

reast cancer is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Now, POC Medical Systems (POC) has come up with an B affordable, portable device that’s revolutionizing the way breast cancer is detected. While it’s well established that early detection and intervention can save lives, the fact is that millions of women either cannot afford expensive mammograms or are in remote locations without access to testing facilities. “POC’s Pandora CDx Point-of Care System resolves both of these problems,” says POC’s Founder and CEO Sanjeev Saxena. “Pandora is highly efficient and can produce results at very low cost and in real time. The device can be used essentially anywhere and communicate results to physicians even if they’re miles away.” interact with other entrepreneurs and potential investors,” says Saxena. The Pandora “Just imagine the relief in being able “It’s been three years and with some 120 test cases we now have diagnostic system to walk into a doctor’s office or to a test break-through results for being able to screen women for breast resembles a Tri-Valley location and have your results within 10 cancer with a 90 percent specificity,” says Saxena. Compare that to common CD player, innovator minutes.” standard mammography, which has an accuracy rate of 75%. and uses a drop The Pandora system uses antibodies in Like other business leaders, Saxena of blood to detect a drop of blood to detect biomarkers using chose the Tri-Valley for multiple reasons biomarkers of a novel, disposable microfluidics disk and a reading mechanism that – proximity to the national labs, a great breast cancer. The resembles a common CD player. The system is simple to use and workforce, a vibrant community and device is portable, requires very minimal training. While currently being developed to affordable rents. low-cost and easy test for breast cancer, the technology holds promise for screening for “We were able to lease space for $1.50/sq. to use. other life-threatening diseases, from Parkinson’s and cardiovascular ft. It would have cost $6.50/sq. ft. in Palo Alto disorders to infectious diseases. and more in San Francisco. And our workers POC Medical Systems is a perfect example of the Tri-Valley aren’t stuck in traffic forever,” he says. innovation ecosystem at work. With technology licensed from POC is currently seeking investors for Lawrence Livermore and Sandia, Saxena started up the company at Sanjeev Saxena, the product launch later this year in India and the i-GATE Innovation Hub. Founder and CEO, China, and by the end of next year in the “I-GATE provided space and an environment where we could POC Medical Systems U.S. and Europe.

Lam Research: In growth mode

am Research, makers of semiconductor manufacturing seven days a week and has announced a planned merger equipment, is headquartered in Fremont and with complimentary technologies focused on helping their L manufactures its leading Etch products in a customers continue to expand the industry’s capability. 120,000-square-foot facility in Livermore. But future Tri-Valley expansion is dependent on being able “There are three categories of business in the Tri-Valley,” to attract employees with the qualifications and experience says Steve Lanza, Lam corporate vice president, “those that needed for advanced manufacturing. grew up in the region, the world-class companies like Chevron “The challenge for everyone becomes finding top and Clorox that are headquartered here and the companies employees and then being able to support them with housing like Lam, Oracle and SAP that employ and good transportation,” says Lanza. a lot of people in the Tri-Valley even if “People should be able to get on the ACE train in the they are headquartered elsewhere.” Central Valley, transfer to BART and reach anywhere in the In all, Lam has approximately 500 “The challenge Tri-Valley and greater Bay Area.” Tri-Valley employees working in Livermore (is) finding top On the plus side, says Lanza, the Tri-Valley is a great place innovator with additional support of hundreds to live: “There are great schools and more of a community feel of workers at its third-party logistics employees and than you’ll find in a big city. At the same time, we’re building and warehouse supplier. then being able more urban-type housing that appeals to a segment of our The fact is, says Lanza, “the Northern California mega- workforce and several cities now have vibrant downtowns.” region is an amazing opportunity for all of us.” to support them With more BART stations serving the Tri-Valley, younger According to the Bay Area Council’s Economic Institute, the with housing residents can live in the Tri-Valley and easily visit San Northern California megaregion, which includes San Francisco Francisco or on the flip side can choose to live in Oakland and and Silicon Valley and extending out beyond the Tri-Valley, has and good commute to jobs in the Tri-Valley. a gross regional product of $875 billion, which as a stand-alone transportation.” In addition, says Lanza, the Tri-Valley benefits from the economy would rank among the top 20 countries in the world. number of large, sophisticated technology companies in the This creates enormous opportunities, but also challenges. Steve Lanza, area and from the presence of the two national research labs. Lam Research is in a growth mode, explains Lanza. The Corporate Vice President, “As a Livermore resident, I believe there’s a prestige from company has just converted its Livermore facility to run 24/7 Lam Research having that think-tank capability in our area,” says Lanza. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 15 16 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES

A new City Center at Bishop Ranch is under development. New City Center at Bishop Ranch ishop Ranch in San Ramon is built on a legacy of ‘90s, Sunset Development Company built Bishop Ranch to sound planning and smart growth. The largest City Center will the highest standards and has continued to innovate and mixed-use business park in Northern California, create “a sense make improvements to keep up with a changing clientele Bishop Ranch is a diverse, dynamic business com- and the demands of the marketplace. munity that’s flourished in the East Bay for more of place for the “We are a family business, and that makes us deeply Bthan 30 years. community committed to making Bishop Ranch a great, inviting place Now, Sunset Development Company, developer and owner to work and live,” says Alex Mehran, Jr., son of Alex Me- of Bishop Ranch, is taking the next big step. that’s never hran who had the vision for developing a place for busi- Designed by world-renowned architect Renzo Piano in col- existed before.” nesses to locate that could integrate the best of what the laboration with BAR Architects, the new City Center promises Tri-Valley has to offer. to transform Bishop Ranch into a seven-day-a-week living, EricFigueroa, Mehran Jr. also credits his father for having the inspira- working, shopping and entertainment environment. San Ramon Assistant tion to engage Piano’s Design Workshop. City Center will create “a sense of place for the community City Manager “For Renzo, the site offered an essentially blank canvas,” that’s never existed before,” says San Ramon’s assistant city man- says Mehran Jr. “He wanted a retail location that would be ager, Eric Figueroa. “People are excited about the project.” iconic and enduring, not just a typical mall.” The transparent walls of City Center’s six pavilions are designed to en- “City Center will become the heart and soul for Bishop Ranch, a place hance a sense of openness and capture the light. for its 30,000 employees, the residents of San Ramon and the surrounding The project includes 300,000 square feet of quality shops, restaurants and region to experience the energy, culture and quality of the city.” a 10-screen luxury cinema all surrounding a one-acre, open air, tree-lined Construction is underway with the recent demolition of existing office piazza for outdoor concerts and public events. Also in the works is a 169- buildings on the site; grading and foundations will start later this fall. City room hotel, 487 apartments and 50,000 square feet for additional retail. Center Bishop Ranch is expected to open in late 2018. Unlike other suburban business campuses constructed in the ‘80s and Continued on next page

Architect Renzo Piano renzo piano designed a new City City Center architect Renzo Piano different…The first impression of the Center to take Building Workshop has designed such site is of a very beautiful landscape advantage buildings as the California Academy with big trees and a blue sky. We of the of Sciences in San Francisco, New wanted to make something that’s very qualities of York Times’ offices in Manhattan much of the California environment… the California and the Kansai International Airport playing with light, color, vibration to landscape. main terminal in Japan. His design create a playful place,” says Piano. for City Center at Bishop Ranch “Surprise is one of the qualities of takes inspiration from the great Italian urban spaces. It’s not predictable. The piazzas. garden (for example) is a legacy of our “It’s something completely work at the Academy of Sciences.”

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A preferred address for business Situated on 585 acres alongside I-680, Bishop Ranch is within easy transit access from all over the Bay Area. The surrounding community offers high-quality housing, excellent schools and a wealth of recreational opportunities. With some 600 tenants employing more than 30,000 people, Bishop Ranch boasts an award-winning transportation system, including free BART shuttles, bike sharing and transit incentives. On-site “B2B” services range from seminars, networking opportunities and continuing education through the UC Davis Graduate School of Management, to a farmers market and child care. Last fall, the new GE Digital division, which is leading the build out of the “Indus- trial Internet,” set up headquarters for 1,200 employees at Bishop Ranch. Eliot Khuner “Our mix of high-quality buildings, lush grounds and amenities makes Bishop Ranch a place for compa- businesses in high tech, bio/clean tech and social software like Alex Mehran, the nies of all sizes to attract and maintain the workforce necessary Aon eSolutions, AGIS Network, Affiliated Computer Services original developer of to succeed,” says Mehran Jr. “There’s a real sense of community.” and Austral Biologicals. Bishop Ranch, and his In addition, he notes, for every 100,000 square feet leased A key component in the Tri-Valley’s ecology of innovation, son Alex Mehran, Jr. to a tech company, two or three smaller firms that help supply the San Ramon area has the second-largest concentration of By bringing in Renzo those companies locate either in or near the park. computer engineering employees in the Bay Area, behind only Piano to design City In 2014, Sunset Development Company and MetLife ex- Silicon Valley. Many if not most of these employees work at Center, the father-son panded Bishop Ranch with the purchase and renovation of the Bishop Ranch. team hope to create 100-acre, 2 million-square -foot AT&T campus. “We provide the framework – location, amenities, a vibrant “a retail location that Bishop Ranch tenants include a healthy mix of Fortune 500 mix of tenants of every size in a range of industries – that in- would be iconic and companies, including Chevron, IBM, Del Monte Foods, Hill spires entrepreneurs and allows them to get more done in the enduring, not just a Physicians and AT&T, GE Digital and enterprising smaller course of their day,” says Mehran, Jr. typical mall.”

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Tri-Valley cities share vision for vibrant Street arches at the Hacienda.

economy Tri-Valley’s Cities Pleasanton, Livermore, Danville, San Ramon and Dublin share Tri-Valley’s Knowledge-based blend of lifestyle and opportunity industries thrive While the Tri-Valley enjoys an extraordinary degree of collaboration, each community has its own in Pleasanton character and amenities. Pleasanton amed among Money’s Best Places to Of the five Tri-Valley cities, three – Danville, at a glance Live and Top Earning Towns, Pleasan- ton is a highly competitive employ- Livermore and Pleasanton – have a unique N 74,000 ment center with an economy specialized in downtown environment and culture that reflects Residents innovation and knowledge-based industry their historical roots, while Dublin and San Ramon clusters. $144,132 “Every community in the Tri-Valley offers are products of more recent development. Median household a different complement of commercial space,” income “Collectively, our combined attributes, make the says Pamela Ott, Pleasanton’s economic development director. Tri-Valley a very attractive place to start and scale 70% Pleasanton’s 12.5 million square feet of office Homeownership up a business,” say Stephan Kiefer, Livermore’s space and 3 million square feet of prime indus- community and economic development director. $910,000 trial space lends itself to businesses focused on professional and technical workers, computer Whether you’re a business looking for a great, Average single-family home engineers, software, and administrative, finan- business-friendly place to lay down roots, an price cial and professional services. employee seeking just the right place to live and Pleasanton’s innovation economy draws 56% increasing amounts of entrepreneurial activ- work or a prospective resident who wants a great BA or above ity and venture capital investment. A survey environment to raise a family, you’re encouraged of business executives found 91 percent rated 55,000 Pleasanton as a good or excellent location for to get to know each of the Tri-Valley’s unique No. of jobs doing business. communities. “Pleasanton businesses across all industries strive to be disruptive in the most inventive and Continued on next page July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 19

Livermore at a glance Continued from previous page 88,138 positive ways they can,” says Ott. Residents Many businesses make their home in the nationally recognized Hacienda, $99,683 where Rosewood Commons is an ex- Median household income cellent example of a large headquarters campus that is being transformed to Julie R 70% accommodate growing businesses and Homeownership

more flexible work patterns. ussell/ LLNL Large Bay Area companies head- $689,600 quartered or with research and de- Researchers at LLNL examine a “homemade” rare earth purification column. Average velopment facilities and technology single-family home departments in Pleasanton, include price Clorox, Kaiser Permanente, Thermo Tri Valley’s Cities Fisher Scientific, Gap, Veeva, Oracle, 39.5% Safeway, Workday and Roche Molecu- BA or above lar Systems. Livermore Wine Country 54,588 Pioneering tech/biotech firms in- No. of jobs clude 10xGenomics, Fulcrum BioEn- ergy, Veeva, SFJ Pharmaceuticals and a hub for science, tech Blackhawk Network. Downtown Pleasanton is a charm- ivermore is a magnet for highly skilled peo- Livermore is focused on initiatives to encourage ing historic destination with a mix of ple who come to the region to work at the local entrepreneurship through partnerships with unique shops, services and restaurants, L national labs (LLNL and Sandia), corporate i-GATE and Innovation Tri-Valley, attract and re- while nearby Stoneridge Mall features headquarters and numerous entrepreneurial ven- tain a skilled workforce, develop strategic regional 165 specialty stores and restaurants. tures. Livermore’s central location enables busi- partnerships and leverage the city’s outstanding Pleasanton’s business community is nesses to draw workers from throughout the Tri- quality of lie as a driver of the innovation econ- well served by a variety of housing op- Valley, the East Bay, Silicon Valley and beyond. omy.Tech and bio firms building their business in tions to meet the preferences of today’s Add to that a nationally recognized downtown, Livermore include Topcon, Lam Research and the workforce and executives, and superior award-winning winemakers and plentiful open first U.S. location of Admedes Schuessler, a Ger- public schools. An abundance of year- space and it’s a winning combination. man biomedical firm. round recreational experiences, and “We’re developing a culture where innovation The 144-acre Oaks Business Park has attracted plentiful arts and cultural events con- and the entrepreneurial spirit are appreciated and major employers. Gillig, the nation’s second largest tribute to Pleasanton’s highly desirable nourished,” says Stephan Kiefer, Livermore’s direc- builder of transit buses moved its offices and man- quality of life. Ninety-seven percent of tor of community and economic development. ufacturing from Hayward to Livermore. Trammell residents rate the city as excellent or Historic downtown Livermore is enjoying a Crow Company recently completed three build- good, citing high quality of life, city renaissance as a shopping, dining, entertainment ings totaling 1.3 million square feet. Tesla is mov- services and public safety. and cultural district with a 10-screen cinema and a ing its staging facilities for its Fremont assembly The city supports business develop- 500-seat performing arts center. plant to the site. ment with a variety of assistance pro- “The science created at the national labs makes San Francisco Premium Outlets®, the state’s grams, from expedited processing to this an attractive place to land. The quality of life, largest outdoor outlet shopping attracts some 6 phased permitting for new construc- our wineries, craft breweries and lively downtown million regional, national and international visi- tion projects to financing . only make Livermore more desirable,” says Kiefer. tors a year.

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Tri-Valley’s Cities Danville’s big on small-town charm anville’s small-town atmosphere and convenient location offer the perfect D blend of upscale amenities and small town charm. An historic downtown features boutique shopping, galleries and both upscale and family-style restaurants. The community also enjoys natural creeks, hiking and biking trails, and dedicated open space. Nestled in the hills above Main Street is the famed Tao House, once home to Eugene O’Neill, Ameri- ca’s only Nobel Prize winning playwright. Residents are drawn to Danville’s highly rated schools, executive-style homes and an array of community events from farmer’s markets and street fairs to holiday celebrations. “Danville is about the experience, “says Eco-

nomic Development Manager Jill Bergman. “Dan- Visit Tri-Valley ville is where people come for a ‘day-cation.’ Great restaurants, boutique shopping, spas and plenty of Danville factor in close to 70 percent of business location Danville’s small-town opportunities for recreation attract visitors and residents at a glance decisions. flavor is one of the looing for an alternative to the big malls.” To help Danville’s retailers and small busi- keys to its economic “Our challenge is to promote what we have, not to try 43,691 nesses compete, a Business Concierge Service success. to be something different,” says Bergman. Residents provides one-on-one consultation with new and Rather than offering major business parks and retail $129,720 existing businesses, from planning to market. centers, Danville is oriented toward small-scale commer- Incentives for retail businesses, cooperative ad- Median household cial development. Because it’s such a great place to live, income vertising opportunities and grants for façade im- Danville 9,000 home-based businesses and consultants are provement assistance help attract customers and a notable feature of the town’s economy. 84% keep local businesses vital. Danville’s quality of life is its strong point, says Berg- Homeownership The Town of Danville also encourages corridor man. A recent Gallup-Knight study that found commu- shopping centers, including Castle Square, Rose nities boasting an authentic character, attractive aesthet- $1,043,597 Garden, Green Valley, Tassajara Crossings and ics, expansive social offerings and valued services benefit Average Village at Tassajara to expand to invest in com- from enhanced economic vitality. single-family home mon area improvements that match local and re- In fact, Danville employers say quality of life was a price gional quality.

I love the Tri-Valley – and even more now that I’m married with young children. You get the benefits of the suburbs – easy traffic, easy parking, lots of room, great parks and family activities – and at the same time you get the things you think you would only get in the city, like really amazing food and diversity. “ Elaine Yang, technical manager, Sandia ”

Tri-Valley’s Cities A new City Center for San Ramon San Ramon he San Ramon Valley has long In addition, San Ramon’s library just undertaking initiatives to revitalize other at a glance been considered one of the most across form City Hall is being renovated commercial areas of the city,” says Figu- 78,363 T desirable living areas in the Bay and expanded. eroa. “There’s an emphasis on attracting Residents Area because of its scenic beauty, good “People in San Ramon are excited exciting new retail businesses to town.” climate, excellent schools and parks, and about the development of City Center,” One of the big attractions that makes $124,014 proximity to the Bay Area’s major em- says Eric Figueroa, San Ramon’s assistant San Ramon so attractive as a place to live Median household ployment centers. city manager. “What this community has and raise a family is Central Park, one of income The development of Bishop Ranch in lacked was a place for people to gather 50 parks in the city. Central Park features 1982 transformed San Ramon into a re- and having a central plaza gives us that play structures, a beautiful new water 71% gional employment center. Employees central core that hasn’t existed before.” feature, a skate park, walking paths, four Homeownership come to San Ramon from as far away as Businesses in information technology, basketball courts and five baseball fields, $800,000 Sacramento and San Joaquin counties. professional, scientific and technical ser- soccer fields, lighted tennis courts, a grass Average And now Sunset Development Com- vices, health care and the visitor industry amphitheater and several rose gardens. single-family home pany, developer and owner of Bishop represent the core of San Ramon’s econ- “It’s all part of the city’s attention to price Ranch, is building a new City Center in omy, making up some 45 percent of the our total population – everyone that lives, San Ramon. Recently completed is a new city’s total jobs. works and plays here – from our business- 58.3% City Hall at the 35-acre Central Park ad- “While Bishop Ranch is an important friendly services to a whole array of com- Bachelor’s degre or above jacent to the City Center Project. driver of our local economy, we’re also munity benefits,” says Figueroa. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 21

Tri-Valley’s Cities Dublin - The New American Backyard ubbed “the Bay Area’s New American Backyard,” Dub- lin enjoys its own casually sophisticated style. D Long a center of commerce, Dublin, is emerging as a desirable address for a wide range of businesses, including technology firms, due to the city’s outstanding geographic location near both I-580 and I-680, educated workforce, com- pelling demographics, upscale buying power and two BART stations. “Dublin has been strategic about planning for growth near our transit stations,” says Economic Director Lori Taylor. “We’re attracting mixed-use projects, Dublin retailers and business seeking to lo- at a glance cate near transit.” Downtown Dublin, near the 55,124 West Dublin BART station is home Residents to new transit-oriented developments like Connolly Station that $121,062 are attracting young commuters to Median household the community. Educated and afflu- income ent, these new residents are drawn 63% to Dublin’s great shops, restaurants and local recreational opportunities. Stores headquarters, Callidus Cloud, iTrade, TRIA Beauty, Centrally located, close Homeownership “We also have an unprecedented Fluor Technologies and MicroDental. to transit and major $950,000 opportunity to develop Class A In addition, Dublin has 2.2 million square feet of industrial highways, and home Average commercial office space on 30 acres development space that houses a range of businesses from to abundant space for single-family home directly adjacent to the Dublin/ startups to multinational companies. development, Dublin price Pleasanton BART station,” says Tay- The city’s more than 3.65 million square feet of retail devel- has seen strong growth lor. The land is pre-zoned for 2 mil- opment and major retail centers include Hacienda Crossings, in recent years. 53% lion square feet of office space. Waterford Place, Dublin Place Shopping Center and the new Bachelor’s degre or Dublin’s current 2.7 million Persimmon Place, which includes a Whole Foods with a pizza above square feet of office can accommo- venue, tap room, tasting area and an outdoor patio with space 24,013 date businesses of all types, from for live music and performances. Other retailers at Persimmon R&D to retail and professional ser- Place include Nordstrom Rack, HomeGoods and a variety of Jobs vices. Resident firms include Ross eateries.

Living in Dublin makes for a very easy commute. And after leaving work, I can choose to bike home, meet at a friend’s place, go to a restaurant, or play soccer at a local park — and no matter where it is, it will take under “ 30 minutes to get there. Charlie Shaeffer, software engineer, Veeva Systems Inc. ”

“What this community has lacked was a place for people to gather, and having a central plaza gives us that central core that hasn’t existed before,” says Eric Figueroa, San Ramon’s assistant city manager

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Chevron values innovation culture

n 2002, following the merger to innovation; a well-educated, well- between Chevron and Texaco, prepared, experienced workforce I Chevron was one of the first major – “contribute to an ecosystem of companies to move its headquarters innovation and improvement that to the Tri-Valley, taking up residence at cannot be found many other places in Chevron Park at Bishop Ranch. Today, the world,” says Catedral-King. more than 3,000 employees work Chevron’s dedication to learning at Chevron Park and in the adjacent from the strengths and successes Chevron’s San Ramon campus Bishop Ranch 1 building. of others was behind the decision to at Bishop Ranch. “As the company grew in become a founding member of the the late 20th century, it was clear Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group. that it needed more “We believe that ITV “Chevron saw potential in the Tri-Valley (as) the next space to house its bolsters the cutting-edge great hub for business and innovation.” operations,” says Marian spirit of the Tri-Valley,” Catedral-King, Chevron says Catedral-King. “The Marian Catedral-King, Public Affairs Representative, Chevron representative for policy, Tri-Valley group is unique because government & public innovator it provides a forum for the for attracting top talent. For its part, Chevron is a good affairs. “Not wanting public and private sector to “Our workers want to come to the neighbor. The company participates to leave the Bay Area, begin conversations on how Tri-Valley, not only to work for us, in the Chambers of Commerce in Chevron saw potential in the Tri-Valley innovation can improve the Tri-Valley.” but also to be a part of our safe and San Ramon, Livermore, Pleasanton, area to be the next great hub for Because the company places great thriving communities,” says Catedral- Dublin and Danville. Chevron also businesses and innovation.” value on innovation and attributes its King. “Our employees ultimately stay supports various local nonprofits such All of Tri-Valley’s assets – the success in the energy industry to its in the area because of the quality as the School of Imagination, the San national labs; the cluster effect of diverse and ingenuous workforce, it schools, convenient commercial areas Ramon Historic Foundation and the diverse businesses with a commitment was important to find the right location and high standard of living.” Tri-Valley YMCA.

Precision positioning for farming, building

he next time you see a bulldozer scraping earth from one spot to T another or a planter seeding a field of soybeans, you just may be witnessing the latest in precision laser mapping technology. Topcon Positioning Systems, headquartered in Livermore, is focused Cab-mounted Topcon monitoring device makes agricultural applications more precise. on two things that have great impact on society: the way things are grown and built. increasing the productivity Topcon technology. “We live in a specialized niche industry of farming operations, Topcon Positioning Systems “The application that centers around our 3D position on Topcon puts precision employs more than 1,500 of our state-of- earth and the relationship of that position positioning to work in the people, about half of them in to everything around it,” says Mark field.” Tri-Valley Livermore. the-art laser Contino, Topcon’s vice president for Cab-mounted Topcon innovator “The Tri-Valley is an up and technology global marketing. technology enables a coming competitor to Silicon “While land surveying and more paver to lay down asphalt to the precise Valley,” says Contino. “It’s got the whole makes working scientific farming are nothing new, the level where wear and tear are greatest, package – the national labs, tech outreach off GPS satellites application of our state-of-the-art laser greatly increasing the longevity of the programs, top talent, a collaborative technology makes working off GPS surface. Farmers using Topcon’s tractor- business environment, a great quality of infinitely more satellites infinitely more exact.” mounted, ultrasonic sensing technology life and great schools – without the traffic exact.” “When mounted on a piece of can reduce spraying to just what’s needed and congestion.” machinery, we’re able to measure exactly in a defined area, making it a win-win for Contino has special praise for Mark Contino, Vice where to cut or where to apply the right the grower, who saves money, and for the Innovation Tri-Valley. “They’re the catalyst President/Global product at the right rate at the right time in environment. that’s bringing companies together for the Marketing, Topcon the right place,” he adds. Unmanned aerial systems that can fly betterment of the entire region.” Positioning Systems “Whether it’s laying out a new in windy conditions and carry lightweight Plus, he adds, “Coming from upstate subdivision, building roads and bridges or equipment are the latest applications for New York, I love the weather!”

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Las Positas prepares students for four-year institutions as well as focusing training in technical and vocational education.

Las Positas College is doing what matters for jobs & the economy

et amidst Livermore’s rolling hills and pictur- esque vineyards, Las Positas College is a key component in preparing workers to take their place in the Tri-Valley’s skill-based economy. Las Positas continues to excel in its mission Sto prepare students for four-year institutions and to help others improve basic math and English skills, but the college also puts a strong emphasis on technical and vocational education. While Las Positas has been training the workforce for 40 years, “there has been a revival of support at the state level for workforce development,” says Dr. Barry Russell, “We spend a lot Las Positas president. Governor Jerry Brown has earmarked of time talking $200 million for community colleges to renew their focus on jobs industry identifies as important. At the federal level, with industry schools are now required to show the potential of specific industry groups, they are reaching back. It’s a two-way street,” leaders to programs for gainful employment. says Russell. The reasons are clear: At the same time many Califor- For example, in response to Lawrence Livermore National make sure our nians are struggling to find a good job, employers are frus- Laboratory (LLNL) and Sandia National Laboratories, Las programs are trated by the lack of workers with the right skills and ed- Positas is developing new programs in cybersecurity. It’s work- ucation to fill job openings. By 2025, 30 percent of all job ing with advisors like Philip Wente and David Kent to revamp connected to openings in the state will require some form of postsecond- its viticulture curriculum. ary education short of a four-year degree. Adam Lavine, founder and CEO of FunMobility says he of- what businesses Las Positas’ career and technical programs prepare stu- ten turns to Las Positas students when he’s recruiting because need.” dents for entry-level employment and enable those cur- they not only have great technical skills but also come to the rently employed to upgrade their skills to keep up with job ready and willing to learn. Dr. Barry Russell, changes in technology. Other area business like Chevron, Oracle, Tesla and PG&E Las Positas President “We spend a lot of time talking with industry leaders to provide Las Positas students with internships and opportuni- make sure our programs are connected to what businesses ties for job shadowing that give them a chance to apply what need,” says Russell. they’re learning. Because Las Positas has such a long history of reaching In addition, places like LLNL find that engaging senior level out to the community, the partnerships they’ve built with scientists in mentoring students or new hires reinvigorates an area businesses have deep roots. excitement in their own work. Advisory committees made up of faculty, administrators Las Positas has always been very strong in STEM education, and industry experts help ensure the latest standards and but has more recently worked with LLNL and Sandia to build technology are integrated into the programs, which include a STEM-based program in Engineering Technology. applied technology, automotive technology, computer sci- “It’s a growing need,” says Russell. “The labs tell us they will ence and viticulture/enology/horticulture. be adding some 300-400 of those types of jobs over the next “At the same time we’re reaching out to businesses and couple of years. Our students will be prepared.” The Tri-Valley is a community of thinkers and doers that is uniquely attractive to young talent looking for careers fueled by collaboration, innovation and a high quality of life. WHY JOIN THE InnoVaTIon TRI-Valley leaDeRShIP GRoUP? becaUse tHe Present sHaPes tHe fUtUre, we need to act now to ensure a bright horizon for the Tri-Valley, its people and its businesses. We advocate for… ͽͽBetter regional transportation ͽͽAn improved water infrastructure ͽͽMore flights to and from OAK ͽͽFaster, better broadband ͽͽMore housing ͽͽCreating and educating a st21 century workforce ͽͽStreamlining permitting to help businesses get started and scale up

ITV events illuminate the Tri-Valley’s star talent

Software Stars of the Tri-Valley from ITV’s Innovation Forum 2015. Panel from September 2015 luncheon, Path to Sustainability. Dreammakers & Risktakers 2016: The Raffield brothers from San Ramon Valley Unified School District, recognized for leading tutoring programs and for their innovative and creative ways of contributing to the community. board of directors President/ceo Dale Kaye Scott Haggerty, Alameda Co. Board of Supervisors Kyle Ogden, Ogden Costa Creative Group cHair John Sensiba, Sensiba San Filippo Jim Hansen, Pleasanton USD Gary Oliver, Blazent secretarY Sue Carlson – Lim, HR Consultant Ken Harootunian, East Bay Community Foundation Pamela Ott, City of Pleasanton treasUrer Willie Natt, Wells argoF & Co. Cynthia Hibbard, HealthTell Thomas Petty, WSI Smart Solutions Lori Taylor, Economic Development Director for Dublin Gred Hitchan, Valley Capital Funding Rich Rankin, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Diana Baughman, Chevron Courtney Jenkins, OpTerra Energy Services Barry Russell, Las Positas College Stephanie Beasly, Sandia National Laboratories Stephen Kiefer, City of Livermore Kennan Salinero, Yamana Science and Technology Ryan Behney, Technology Credit Union Janikke Klem, Technology Credit Union Sblend Sblendorio, Hoge Fenton Attorneys Rasim Bokhari, Knodemy Buck Koonce, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Tim Sbranti, Congressman Swalwell’s Office Kelly Bowers, Livermore Valley Joint USD Steve Lanza, Lam Research Jeff Schroeder, Ponderosa Homes II, Inc. Chuk Campos, The Oasis at Livermore Les Lifter, Stanford Children’s Health Lynda Seaver, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Brandon Cardwell, iGATE Chris Lyttle, Port of Oakland Mary Shelton, San Ramon Valley USD Brian Chase, Chevron John Mahoney, PMA Consultants Brian Shields, Uptempo Group Ann Clark, Valley Montessori School Layne Marceau, Shea Homes Denise Slavitt, Checkers Catering Mark Contino, Topcon Positioning Systems John Marchand, City of Livermore Barbara Steinfeld, Visit Tri-Valley Lindsey Corbin, OpTerra Energy Services Ken Maxey, Comcast Marc Davilla, InTech Energy Alexander Mehran Jr., Bishop Ranch a special thank you to John Sensiba, Stacey Duncan, Bridgelux Lynn Naylor, World of Children ITV chair and managing partner, Andrew Greenwell, Venture/Sotheby’s International Liza Nebel, Blackbelt Agency Sensiba San Filippo, for his leadership Scott Gregerson, Stanford Health Care/ValleyCare Ray O’Conner, Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. and vision for the Tri-Valley.

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The Switch provides space where entrepreneurs can launch a startup. Innovation starts here: Incubators, accelerators & open labs

he Tri-Valley is rich in talented lated services, allowing the entrepreneur to very quickly and are willing to pay it for- tech engineers, biotech inno- focus on technology. ward,” notes Cardwell. “That’s what we’re vators and software visionaries building in the Tri-Valley – an infrastruc- with brilliant new ideas and a I-GATE Innovation Hub ture that allows people to access other en- network of incubators, accel- I-GATE is dedicated to building the Tri- trepreneurs, founders of successful compa- Terators and the Livermore Valley Open Valley’s startup and innovation ecosystem. nies, advisors, mentors, talented employees Campus that help to bring those ideas to “Our members are very early stage en- and investors.” the marketplace. trepreneurs who are looking to connect and At The Switch, i-GATE’s innovation The result has been to spur technological network with peers and mentors who can space located in the heart of downtown advances and the launch of new companies. help them make progress,” says Cardwell. Livermore, entrepreneurs can access shared “Creating a community of entrepre- Founded by LLNL, Sandia and the City and dedicated workspaces, prototyping neurs who have roots here in the Tri-Valley equipment and light industrial lab space to not only sets the stage for them to be suc- launch new companies, products and ideas. cessful in their current company, but also ”Innovation hubs are “places “The mentors (at i-GATE) are people creates a lasting network of people who for entrepreneurs and who have been through successful startups, will continue to work together in their next raised money, and know what it takes to venture,” says Brandon Cardwell, executive innovators with big ideas to get your business off the ground and sus- director of the i-GATE Innovation Hub. come together and create new tainable. Success is contagious,” says iGate “We don’t create jobs, companies create member Chris Riley, founder of Fixate IO, jobs, but we create opportunities for those things.” which provides technical marketing con- companies to grow their networks and Brandon Cardwell, Executive Director, tent and strategies. achieve success.” i-GATE Innovation Hub As part of its network-building mission, i-GATE also hosts Startup Tri-Valley, Innovate Pleasanton network-focused meet-ups for the local Innovate Pleasanton is a 30,000-square- of Livermore as part of California’s iHub startup community – founders, investors, foot accelerator privately funded by Tri- program, i-GATE has evolved from a top incubators, accelerators, government agen- Valley Capital for companies in the early down, government-centric focus on in- cies, service providers, research institutions stages of commercialization. dustrial technologies to a more commu- and more. Resident entrepreneurs enjoy the bene- nity-oriented, peer-to-peer collaborative Through technology showcases, startup fits of working in a dynamic environment model, says Cardwell. education and shared lab and workspaces, with access to expert advisors and the Tri- “One of the hallmarks of Silicon Valley LLNL and Sandia continue to partner with Valley Capital network of “mentor capital”, has been its network of people with skills i-GATE to bring lab technology into the which includes a full range of business-re- and connections who can get a deal done market. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 27

“The labs are epicenters of technological innovation, but don’t typically interact directly with the market in the same way “My commute is that a company like a Topcon or Veeva Systems or a startup like Waygum might,” absurdly easy… Having says Cardwell. (Waygum is mobilizing the industrial Internet of Things.) a short, consistent “Rich Rankin, director of industrial commute gives me partnerships at LLNL, refers to the partnership with i-GATE as a ‘catcher’s mitt,’” time to commit to other says Caldwell. “If the labs throw ideas and innovations out to the community, there activities outside of needs to be a network of talented entrepreneurs and people with skills and con- work (like coaching) nections to receive them.” cross country and track Since its founding in 2009, i-GATE has launched six successful start-ups; there are at my little brother’s currently 25 member companies working at The Switch. high school… After work Alumni include battery-company Kalp- we’ll occasionally have Tree Energy, TerrAvion, computer sensor system company USLadar, industrial happy hour at one of coatings company C2D Technology, POC Medical Systems and SafeTraces, whose the microbreweries in ground-breaking edible barcode technology town. When Sandstone received the prestigious R&D 100 Award. Looking toward the future, Cardwell cleared FDA trials, we believes the Tri-Valley will need specialized programs for specific industry fo- lookout for innovative solutions that can Brandon Cardwell, celebrated at Eight cuses. For example, for biotech to con- help them keep a leading edge. executive director, Bridges Brewing with tinue to grow in the Tri-Valley there’s a “We’re trying to combine the tradi- i-GATE Innovation need for more flexible, wet-lab space that tional industries with the innovation Hub: “We’re building a pizza party. I’m a fan can support new discoveries. that’s happening in the Valley,” Paddy Ra- an infrastructure for manathan, iValley co-founder told San entrepreneurs.” of stouts and porters iValley Innovation Center Francisco Business Times’ tech reporter Located at Bishop Ranch, iValley is a Annie Gaus. “And I think we have the per- so that was a great startup incubator that provides value-ad- fect storm to make this happen.” evening.” ded services to augment a new enterprise’s Members of iValley range from ENACT innovation and R&D. Systems, which is developing software to Jon Epperson, research associate, Networking events and other forms of power solar sales and financing, to Mind- Sandstone Diagnostics outreach facilitated by iValley are advan- Blown Labs, a nationally recognized ed- tageous to both entrepreneurs and more ucation technology social enterprise that established companies that are on the creates game-based learning tools.

ince 1998, World of Children Award has invested $8 World of Children million in cash grants and support to programs serving S vulnerable children worldwide. “We search the globe to find social innovators who are Global Awards changing young lives forever,” says Lynn Wallace Naylor, executive director of World of Children Award. “Social change for children is our passion.” A 19-year-old philanthropy, World of Children Award identifies leaders who have a track record for success serving children exclusively. “We share Awards with remarkable leaders worldwide, yet they are bestowed only on those few individuals with the highest performance standards. Most of our 110 honorees are working for very little pay and risking their lives every day to help vulnerable children,” says Naylor. “Our annual selection process is heralded by leading philanthropies because it includes a boots-on-the-ground audit performed by an independent investigative agency, reports Naylor. “We prove out the impact of every dollar we invest.” Headquartered in Dublin, World of Children Award is driven by a national board of governors, including executives in the fashion, media, finance and health care sectors. The organization was co-founded by executives from Procter & Gamble and Victoria’s Secret. World of Children Award rewards social change agents leading programs in Child Protection, Education, Health, Humanitarian Aid and Youth Leadership. World of Children Award invests in young lives worldwide. For more, visit www.worldofchildren.org. 28 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES FunMobility: Mobile brands made to engage hen Chiquita wanted to attract repeat “We can tap local talent (with all shoppers to their Banana brand, they W turned to San Ramon’s FunMobility. the) left brain/right brain skills FunMobility built a campaign that encouraged that make the magic happen.” consumers to scan banana labels with their smartphones to unlock exclusive “Minions” movie Adam Lavine, CEO, FunMobility content, play games, win prizes and learn about new banana recipes. “The diversity of our team – I have expertise The campaign drove millions of unique in computer animation, our head of marketing is engagements with the brand, including 75 percent a former screenwriter, our business development of moms of young kids. These enviable marketing executive once organized Korean pop concerts results were due to FunMobility’s ability to create and our COO used to run scale mobile content an on-demand, mobile marketing experience “that’s businesses servicing major carriers, labels and fun, interesting and rewarding,” says Founder and publishers – represents the diversity of the Tri- CEO Adam Lavine. Valley’s workforce,” says Lavine. In another example, Ace “We can tap local talent in technology, art, Hardware dealers used a storytelling and other left brain/right brain skills, all of FunMobility platform that which contribute to ‘making the magic happen.’” He Tri-Valley combined coupons and credits the Tri-Valley’s “great work-life balance” for innovator product promotions with making it easy to attract and hold onto top talent. how-to content. The mobile “We enjoy all the benefits of Silicon Valley coupon redemption rate was ten times that of – savvy people, capital, a strong innovation Ace’s print advertising. infrastructure – without the intensity,” says Lavine. “FunMobility runs on a very sophisticated “The Tri-Valley culture has a lot of heart; people technology platform,” says Lavine. “But we also really care about each other and the community paolo Vescia have the capability to create top-tier branding and are willing to help one another succeed.” experiences.” Lavine’s interest in helping companies find great “Basically, we’re all nerds with good art skills,” talent has translated into an investment in a new he laughs. venture, Motzie, a recruiting company that enables The Tri-Valley, says Lavine, has plenty of volume recruiters to target job seekers on their Adam Lavine says his employees enjoy the Tri-Valley’s homegrown talent to power innovative businesses. mobile devices. work-life balance.

Veeva expanding as Pleasanton tech center grows

eeva Systems, a leader in cloud-based “We have an employee population solutions in the global life sciences space, is V invested in Pleasanton. that’s talented, tech savvy and very Since its founding in 2007, Veeva has added smart who are… spreading the word more than 400 customers worldwide, ranging from the largest pharmaceutical companies to (about the Tri-Valley) to friends and emerging biotechs. Veeva now has more than 1,500 colleagues.” employees in 25 countries; more than 400 of those are in the Tri-Valley. Tim Cabral, CFO, Veeva Systems To accommodate that growth – and continue to expand – Veeva recently purchased and upgraded Much of that aura is due to the Tri-Valley’s a 141,250-square-foot office building on 7.9 acres pioneering tech firms, nearby world-class universities just down the street from its former location. UC Berkeley and Stanford and the effect of the “Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley offer an interesting national labs, which created opportunities to geographical advantage,” says Veeva CFO Tim capitalize on cutting-edge research. Cities, too, are Cabral. “It’s close enough to Silicon Valley and San doing their part to support modern business parks Francisco to tap into that where companies can grow at scale. talent market, but far enough “Of course,” he adds, “the company itself is an away to be more competitive important variable. The opportunity to add value to a with those who want to live cool, innovative tech platform has its own appeal.” Tri-Valley here, enjoy the high quality Veeva executives decided to buy not lease in innovator housing, good restaurants and order to “put our fingerprint on it,” says Cabral. The great schools – and avoid a company has since scrapped plans to sublease long commute.” some of the space because their own faster than “There’s an excitement in the Valley,” he adds. anticipated growth. “We have an employee population that’s talented, Veeva has targeted a billion-dollar run rate and tech savvy and very smart who are attracted to the 500 customers in 2020. paolo Vescia Tri-Valley’s growing reputation as a tech center “We’ve laid the foundation and see great – and they’re spreading the word to friends and opportunities in the products we have in colleagues.” development,” says Cabral. “We’ll soon start selling In fact, says Cabral, of Veeva’s 400-plus our content management applications to regulated Tim Cabral likes the geographical advantages of the Tri- employees in Pleasanton, about 100 of them started industries adjacent to life sciences where we believe Valley and its growing reputation as a tech center. at the company right out of college. we can add tremendous customer value.” 4,000 companies and The right 55,000 employees value our • location at the intersection of I-580 and I-680 with BART and ACE stations • industry sectors in information technology, address medical device, computer engineering and professional services • 15 million square feet of st high-value commercial space for the 21 • environment for innovation • charming ambience blended with a metropolitan edge. century THIS IS PLEASANTON. Pamela Ott, Economic Development Director [email protected] (925) 931-5040

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Live, work and play at the Hacienda

he 875-acre Hacienda in Pleasanton houses 650 companies employing more than 19,000 people locally occupy more than 11 million square feet of mixed-use, transit-oriented space. A variety of structures and floorplans at the Hacienda serve diverse business Resident businesses enjoy easy access to resources, needs. For recreation, workers have their choice of bocce, basketball and Tproximity to industry leaders and growing startups and being part volleyball courts – even a putting green. of a region that leads the world in innovation. World-class architecture and environmentally friendly design are Hacienda hallmarks. A diverse selection of structures and floor plans The company has maintained office space in Hacienda for 15 provide a home to everything from small offices to regional centers years. Oracle’s 20-acre campus includes two five-story office build- to large campuses for company headquarters. ings, totaling nearly 400,000 square feet, and a 350,000-square-foot Hacienda also features homes – from stylish rental units to single- parking garage. A third building is planned for future growth. family detached houses – for some 4,500 residents, with three new When Oracle, which is committed to corporate sustainability residential projects under construction. measures, began packaging to-go meals from their on-site café with Four major retail centers — Crossroads, Gateway Square, Metro compostable containers, straws, and cutlery, they found Hacienda to 580, and Hacienda Plaza — along with a number of individual lo- be a supportive environment for their initiative. Today, Oracle’s Haci- cations, put shopping, dining and entertainment within easy reach. enda campus diverts more than 90 percent of its waste from landfills. Hacienda also includes four hotels with a total of 660 rooms that can comfortably accommodate both business travelers and visitors. ‘Work beyond the desk’ at Rosewood Commons More than 12 acres of parks and pedestrian pathways and trails With its purchase and investment in the 1-million-square-foot interconnect the areas within the development. Redwood Commons campus in Hacienda, Swift is redefining the A nationally recognized commuter-assistance program provides idea of a “headquarter campus.” a number of alternatives to help employees of Hacienda businesses “Swift completed a significant repositioning effort that has cre- get to work faster and cheaper. ated a office campus in the I-680 corridor, which has resulted in 600,000 square feet of leasing in less than two years,” says Brett Miles, A nurturing startup environment asset manager with Swift Real Estate. “The project now features a In 2012, two years after incorporating, Leaf Healthcare, which completely redone conference center with auditorium seating for up produces patient mobility technology, found the perfect home in to 400 people, along with several outdoor collaboration areas that Hacienda: an office with relatively affordable rent and light man- invite employees to ‘work beyond the desk.’” ufacturing space close to restaurants and an easy commute for em- Thrive café, operated by Guckenheimer and a Peet’s coffee kiosk ployees in Silicon Valley and the East Bay. that serves up espresso drinks and gourmet teas are popular with “It always surprises me to realize how many people commute employees. When recreation is what’s needed to fire up the brain, to Silicon Valley from here,” says Leaf COO Mark Weckwerth, a workers have their choice of bocce, basketball and volleyball courts Pleasanton resident. “The most important thing is the time I’m not – even a putting green. spending commuting. I’m able to do other things, see my family An added bonus is a shuttle to/from the BART Dublin/ Pleasan- more or work more.” ton line and an onsite bike-share program for tenants. “It’s been a successful formula for attracting business to the site Attracting & retaining top talent and encouraging the growth of others,” says Miles. For tech giant Oracle, “the Hacienda location gives us a great leg Swift’s repositioning efforts are part of a broader trend in sub- up on acquiring and retaining top talent,” says Tim Roche, Oracle’s urban offices, which are integrating more urban features including senior manager of facilities. mass transit, food options and recreation features. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 31 32 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES

tours and tastings Livermore wineries benefit from the region’s proximity to urban markets and draw visitors from around the Bay Area to tour their facilities. A sampling of Tri-Valley wineries includes: McGrail Vineyards and Winery - Known for its Cabs; 2011 Cab Reserve is a gold medal winner. Concannon – a landmark winery since 1883 with an enduring commitment to crafting exceptional Julie B rothers award-winning wines. Big White House Winery and John Evans Cellars – Longevity Wines – a boutique, family-operated urban style winery Tasting vintage wines in the historic Wente Vineyards sandstone caves. focused on quality not quantity. Ehrenberg Cellars – making great award-winning wines since 2003. Wine and craft beer put Nottingham Cellars – family- owned and operated; promises to be influential in writing the next the Tri-Valley on the map chapter in the history of Livermore Valley wine. The NC Collection: Vasco ward-winning wineries and a newly de- “Livermore’s climate, land-use Urbano Wine Collection – veloping craft-beer industry have put the launched by Nottingham Cellars Tri-Valley (Amador, Livermore and San regulations, land prices and water in 2014 to take advantage of the Ramon valleys) on the map for connois- availability are all friendly to wine grape Livermore Valley’s unique terroir, seurs of top-quality beverages – and ex- which is ideal for growing Rhône- Acellent pairings with a range of inventive dining choices. investment.” inspired varieties. Award-winning wineries Philip Wente, winemaker Garré Winery & Bella Rosa – The Livermore Valley wine industry dates back to the family hospitality in the heart of 1850s. In fact, the first Grand Prix Award for a U.S. wine fornia and Oregon, including the vast majority of Cal- Livermore Valley. was won by a Livermore winery at the 1889 Paris Expo- ifornia Chardonnays. The Petite Sirah varietal was first Las Positas Vineyards – produces sition. When Prohibition put a stop to most of the pro- introduced at Concannon Vineyard. The region has small-lot, estate-grown wines of duction in the region, C.H. Wente’s and James Concan- produced award-winning Sauvignon Blanc and Char- exceptional character. non’s wineries survived by making sacramental wine. donnay for six decades. Darcie Kent Vineyards – A prized Today, more than 50 wineries, from small fami- Champions of the Valley’s soil say it’s gravelly, with portfolio of wines includes traditional ly-owned operations to historic leaders of the Califor- excellent drainage. They also point to the region’s east- Bordeaux- inspired red blends, nia wine industry, are flourishing west orientation, which is unique to other California Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Syrah, – and continuing to win interna- wine regions. Warm days are cooled at night by coastal Syrah, Chardonnays, a field-blend tional acclaim. fog and marine breezes – ideal conditions for produc- of Zinfandel and Merlot, a rare And there’s room to grow. ing well-balanced grapes. Grüner Veltliner, Sauvignon Blanc Thanks to the efforts of Philip “The growing demand for more high-quality Cal- and Pinot Noir. Wente, fourth generation Liv- ifornia wine means more coastal grapes are an eco- ermore Valley winemaker, and nomic necessity,” Wente told Wine.Com. “Livermore’s The Steven Kent Winery – others involved in founding the climate, land-use regulations, land prices and water winemaker Steven Kent Mirassou’s Tri-Valley Conservancy, much of availability are all friendly to wine grape investment.” Lineage is recognized worldwide as the region is zoned to preserve Wente predicts the current number of wineries will one of the best single Bordeaux- Philip Wente open space and agriculture. The triple over the next 20 years, from 50 to 150, to keep up style wines. base zoning is a 100-acre mini- with a U.S. wine consumption rate that continues to Wente Vineyards – the oldest mum, but property owners may subdivide into 20 acre grow at about 3 percent a year. continuously operated family-owned parcels if a permanent agricultural conservation ease- “The Tri-Valley, which now has some 3,000 acres in winery in the U.S. and a world ment is put on the property. This has helped spawn new grapes, can easily support the additional 10,000 acres leader, known for the highest quality plantings and brought a new wave of interest into the of vineyard that will be necessary to accommodate that and integrity in every aspect of the Livermore Valley. growth,” says Wente. wine industry. Winemakers Studio at Wente The taste of the soil Water, wine & innovative technology Vineyards – guests are invited to One of the hallmarks of the Livermore Valley Wine While the region has long supported plentiful, engage in hands-on, interactive, Country is the terrior, or “taste of the soil,” which has high-producing vineyards, the realities of California’s educational winemaking and grape- been favorably compared to the soils of the famous ongoing water issues has forged a symbiotic relation- growing fun at The Winemakers wine-growing regions of Europe, in particular the soils ship with the Livermore Valley’s famed tech industry. A Studio. of the Bordeaux region of southern France. Livermore’s healthy vine delivering a high-quality crop needs 24-30 vineyards are the source of vines planted all over Cali- inches of water a year. Depending on its exact location, July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 33

a Livermore Valley vineyard gets between 9-30 Napa, Warm days and cool nights prolong the inches of rainfall a year. time it take for the grapes to ripen so the flavors Growers who need to make up the difference and color of the wine is more intense. with irrigation have installed drip systems with “Our region is relatively unknown outside of high-tech sensors and constant monitoring to Northern California, which is a double-edged squeeze every drop out of the water that enters sword,” says Kent. “Vineyard land is still relatively the vineyard. In fact, says Wente, the wine indus- cheap compared to Napa, but unlike Napa, a Liv- try is on the cutting edge of water conservation. ermore Valley wine will not sell itself simply be- “Growers need to use just enough water to ripen cause of where the grapes were grown.” the crop and create the style and quality of wine Kent is concerned that the growing demand they’re trying to achieve,” Wente explains. “We’re for housing in the Tri-Valley to support the tech using sensor technology that’s come out of the na- sector is putting an unsupportable pressure on tional labs located here that gives us data on evap- agricultural land. oration rates and water flow from the roots of the “Some of the greatest vineyard land in the vine to the veins in the leaves. As growers, we can world sits underneath the housing developments then adjust usage as needed for the vines to thrive.” of the San Ramon Valley,” says Kent. “Fortunately, we have the Ag Preserve to help protect the re- A passion for the grape maining vineyard land in the Livermore Valley.” For winemaker David Kent the choice to start Winemaker David Kent greets visitors to Darcie Kent Much of the innovation at the local wineries the Darcie Kent Vineyards, a family-owned and Vineyards. deals with making the businesses sustainable in operated winery in the Livermore Valley, stated the face of increased operating expense, strict reg- with the purchase of a 15-acre vineyard from wineries, many of which were operating out of ulation and climate change, says Kent. Darcie Kent Wente in 1996. Kent had been in the industry for old barns and garages, with incredible passion now uses solar power and steam for barrel washing 25 years, first with Gallo in Modesto and then and unique wines at a great price.” to reduce energy consumption and water usage. with The Wine Group. His wife, Darcie, comes Darcie Kent tended the vineyards and designed “One of the great attributes of the Livermore from five generations of winemakers the labels while a friend crafted the wine in vari- Valley Wine Country is that most of the winer- “Our dream was first to start a small winery in ous places in Sonoma. When David Kent retired, ies treat one another as collaborators rather than the Oregon Wine Country, where we had lived in it was time to find a new place of their own to competitors,” says Kent. “We share what works the early 1980s when we were both with Procter ferment the grapes and sell the wine. with our neighbors because the more great wines & Gamble,” says Kent. “Livermore reminded us of The Livermore Valley, says Kent, has a very that come out of our region it ultimately benefits those early days in Oregon: small family-owned similar climate to the better growing regions of every producer.”

Following the The Tri-Valley Beer Trail maps Tri-Valley Beer Trail out a growing collection of 16 craft hese days the Tri-Valley’s world-famous wines breweries, taprooms are not the only beverages drawing crowds. and restaurants TOnce home to one of the largest hop farms in from Danville to the world, the Tri-Valley is returning to its roots with Livermore. an emerging craft beer scene. Before Prohibition, the Tri-Valley was one of the country’s largest producers of hops. The region V isit T ri- is also home to what is thought to be one of the first craft beer–focused bars in the country: Lyons Va lley Brewery Depot in Sunol, which was owned by San Ramon resident Judy Ashworth. “There are a lot of true publicans here,” says Ashworth of the Tri-Valley’s craft beer renaissance. the Bay Area.” We have local regulars as well as craft beer fanatics “They’re in it for the passion, not the money.” Shadow Puppet’s customer base is pretty broad, that are endlessly in search of new and different Brian Blackburn, founder and CEO of the says Blackburn. “Livermore is already known as beers and breweries.” Shadow Puppet Brewing Company in Livermore an easy to get to wine destination and the addition The Tri-Valley Beer Trail maps out a growing is another example of an entrepreneur drawn both of new craft breweries is a natural fit, making it a collection of 16 craft breweries, taprooms and to the Tri-Valley’s brew culture and family-oriented destination no matter what your beverage of choice.” restaurants from Danville to Livermore. Amateurs lifestyle. When Stephen Sartori, who was born and raised and aficionados alike are welcome to sample flights “The quality of life is a big reason I love the Tri- in Livermore, decided to open the Altamont Beer of local brews, learn about food pairings and meet Valley – the commutes are easy, my daughter can Works, his hometown was the obvious choice. with brew masters in a laid-back environment. walk to school and the options for restaurants and “Being located near the Lawrence Livermore To download a free Tri-Valley Beer Trail Passport, housing is relatively affordable compared to much of Lab, we get a lot of “Labbies” coming in after work. visit www.visittrivalley.com/tri-valley-beer-trail.

Visit Tri-Valley Visit Tri-Valley encourages visitors to with events, restaurants, cafés, galleries, Golden Gate Bridge, “the Sunny Side of “break out of the ordinary tourist routines theaters and shops, so there’s never a the Bay” is a favorite getaway for people invites you and venture to Northern California’s Tri- shortage of things to do. from all over who enjoy wine tasting, craft Valley.” From lively street festivals to the breweries, bucolic hiking trails and family- to see what Set amidst rolling hills, vineyards and pastoral vistas of the Livermore Valley Wine oriented fun. you’ve been grand oak trees, the Tri-Valley hasn’t let Country, it’s no wonder Tri-Valley cities Want to learn more about what you’re the region’s explosive growth bury its ranked in the top five of “America’s 50 missing? Log onto www.visittrivalley.com missing classic American charm and undeniable Best Cities to Live In” (USA Today, 2014). for a tour of where to eat and drink, stay wine heritage. Tri-Valley cities are bustling Located just 45 minutes east of the and play – and more. 34 Advertising Supplement tri-valley | innovation lives here San Francisco Business TIMES Title 21 improving patient safety & outcomes

sk Lynn Fischer, CEO of Title 21 Health “Senior managers in the Tri-Valley Solutions, what sets the Tri-Valley apart and want their team to have a great life A she’s quick to point to the region’s balanced lifestyle, plentiful local talent and “strong sense of as well as a successful career.” camaraderie and community.” Lynn Fischer, CEO, Title 21 Located in the heart of the Tri-Valley, Title 21 delivers easy-to-use, flexible and integrated electronic data management solutions to support is empathy for their workers. They want their team health science organizations to have a great life as well as a successful career.” improve efficiency, quality Title 21 benefits from being able to draw on the and patient care. Title 21 Bay Area’s wealth of professionals with both health is a woman-owned and care experience and technical expertise. Tri-Valley operated company that “Our team is passionate about making a innovator has grown into the go-to difference throughout health care as well as within provider for laboratory- our community,” she says. “The Bay Area is home focused quality management solutions, including to many leaders such as Kaiser Permanente document control, training and error management. and Stanford Healthcare. It’s rewarding that our “The Tri-Valley is a wonderful place to live and innovations can make an impact to health care as a work,” says Fischer. “Most of our employees have a whole as well as to our community in the Tri-Valley.” commute of 30 minutes or less, allowing many of them Title 21 is known for such innovative technologies to walk or bike to work. Because they live nearby, as the Title 21 Cellular Therapy Solutions, which working moms – like myself – can take time to visit streamlines and simplifies cell therapy data their kids at school and make it back to the office.” management through easy-to-use electronic All in all it makes for a more balanced lifestyle solutions. The technology enables regenerative – and it starts at the top, says Fischer: “A key medicine organizations to go paperless while Title 21 founder Lynn Fischer has brought together a team differentiator of senior management in the Tri-Valley improving patient safety and outcomes. that shares her passion for patient safety. Hospital merger supports leading- edge health care

fter 50 years of serving the Tri-Valley with quality, compassionate care, ValleyCare Health Sys- tem joined with Stanford AHealth Care. The merger promises to advance the delivery of leading-edge and highly coordinated care to Tri-Val- The newly merged Stanford Health Care-Valleycare will advance health care in the Tri-Valley. ley residents. “Our vision is to heal humanity, through science and compassion, one health care but contribute to its evolu- quality of the staff at Stanford Health “The partnership patient at a time. Together we will work tion,” says Gregerson. Care-ValleyCare is the best I’ve ever with Stanford toward realizing that ideal,” said Amir Gregerson sees the merger with seen. We started as an exception hospital Dan Rubin, president & CEO, Stanford Stanford Health Care – “an incredible and we’re even better since the merger.” Health Care Health Care, in a statement announcing brand” – as a complement to a commu- In turn, Stanford medical students allows us not the new partnership last year. nity that thrives on innovation. benefit from having experience in a Stanford will support the develop- “This is a very sophisticated commu- community hospital setting. only to keep up ment and operation of a broad network nity, which makes it a nimble environ- Stanford Health Care-Valley Care with the changes of health care providers and facilities ment to test new ideas as we continue includes a 242-bed inpatient hospi- in the Tri-Valley in collaboration with to deliver pre-eminent care to Tri-Valley tal in Pleasanton, urgent care facilities in health care Stanford University and its School of residents.” in Dublin and Livermore, and several but contribute to Medicine. It’s a sign of confidence that Valley- medical office buildings, imaging cen- Scott Gregerson, who had previously Care’s corporate members, including ters and outpatient surgery facilities lo- its evolution.” served as president & CEO of ValleyCare some who were among the original cated throughout the Tri-Valley region. Scott Gregerson, CEO, Health System, leads the day-to-day founding group that paid to help build More than 519 medical staff are affili- Stanford Health Care- operations of the new Stanford Health Valley Memorial Hospital in 1961, ap- ated with the new health care system, of ValleyCare Care-ValleyCare. proved the merger. which 261 are fully active. “Now, more than ever, health care is The opportunity to be associated The transbay merger is mutually increasingly complex. The partnership with Stanford’s School of Medicine and beneficial, giving Stanford a stronger with Stanford Health Care allows us their cutting-edge clinical programs is foothold in the East Bay and providing a not only to keep up with the changes in a big advantage, notes Gregerson: “The firm financial foundation to ValleyCare. July 29, 2016 tri-valley | innovation lives here Advertising Supplement 35

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