Blogging at the Edge

Posted on December 5th 2011, by Erica

Member to Member :: Stepping up Your Style

Metro EDGE is made up of some pretty amazing people. Among our members we have those who run successful businesses, those who do amazing things for charities, and those who make climbing the corporate ladder look easy. What we all have in common is the desire to actively make Sacramento the best it can be. An empowered under 40 population is a great means to that end so we are asking our…
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Posted on November 18th 2011, by admin

Highlights from Executive Insight

Metro EDGE members are still buzzing about the 2011 Executive Insight Event at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento. Phrases like “best EDGE event ever!” and “Inspirational!” are even being thrown around. To be honest, we couldn’t agree more! The amazing group of executives shared their valuable time and profound insight with sincerity and lots of good humor. (“Why am I holding my mic like a rapper!”)…
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Posted on November 11th 2011, by metroedge

Sneak Peek into the 2011 Executive Insight

The Executive Insight will bring together our region’s most influential leaders with our “future” leaders, yes that’s you EDGErs. Its a great opportunity to get a peek into the minds of our region’s leaders. We have lined up 10 CEOs you’ll definitely want to meet: James Beckwith, CEO, Five Star Bank Steve Childs, Publisher, Sactown Magazine Chris Delfino, Partner, Downey Brand Attorneys, LLP Mike Heller,…
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Posted on November 8th 2011, by sgliko

Annual Metro EDGE Survey

We Want Your Feedback! As we prepare for the upcoming year we want to get your feedback on your experience with Metro EDGE so far, and learn more about your areas of interest for 2012 as it pertains to our region. Please take a moment to fill out this brief survey. It will only take a few minutes to complete and your thoughts would be…
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Posted on October 31st 2011, by Erica

Words of Wisdom with Christi Black, Executive Vice President, Edelman

At Metro EDGE, we know true mentors are hard to come by these days and that our members are eager to learn what it takes to be successful. Words of Wisdom is a new series featuring some of Sacramento’s brightest CEOs, executives and leaders sharing their advice with the region’s young professionals. Flip your brain over to sponge mode and soak this up. Christi Black…
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Posted on October 6th 2011, by metroedge

Bots n’ Shots Charity “Fun”draiser Re-cap

Have you ever been to a party where jello shots were served by roaming robots? We have! And it wasn’t while dreaming we were in an episode of the Jetsons! (Although Rosie could probably make a mean jello shot!) We are proud to report that MetroEdge was a sponsor of Bots ‘n Shots on Friday, September 30. The party aimed to raise community awareness about the Discovery Museum Science and Space…
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Posted on October 3rd 2011, by sgliko

We Want Your Feedback :: Fall Poll

What makes Sacramento a fun, affordable city? As a Sacramentan, you know the joys of living in our great city. The wealth of restaurants, entertainment options, activities and affordable housing give Sacramento an advantage over our big city counterparts in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco suffering from the high price of city living.  So it’s no shock to us that Sacramento was recently…
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Posted on September 29th 2011, by brad

B Street Theater Discount for EDGErs

B Street is offering Metro EDGE members a special offer on their Saturday at 9pm Subscriptions! They have 5 shows left in our Mainstage season and Metro EDGE Members would be entitled to see all five on Saturdays at 9pm for the discounted rate of $50. The subscription would start with seeing 2009 Tony award winner, God of Carnage. Additionally, subscribers are entitled to the…
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Posted on September 27th 2011, by brad

Words of Wisdom with Ray Tretheway

At Metro EDGE, we know true mentors are hard to come by these days and that our members are eager to learn what it takes to be successful. Words of Wisdom is a new series featuring some of Sacramento’s brightest CEOs, executives and leaders sharing their advice with the region’s young professionals. Flip your brain over to sponge mode and soak this up. Ray Tretheway…
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Posted on September 21st 2011, by metroedge

Are You Ready to Start Your Own Business?

Before the business bank account and legal structure, before the business plan and investment loans, and even before deciding on your amazing business name there are a few things to consider for yourself and the future business you will build. Think of the items listed below as subtle stop points to ask yourself as you venture forward and build your own path in the tall…
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