Derek Huntington
Derek Huntington graduated from San Diego State University in 2005 as a Bachelor of Science in corporate finance with a minor in international politics. After graduating, Derek became a Series 7 and Series 66 licensed investment professional, working with investors of all types at a locally owned investment management company before leaving to pursue his passion for local economy. Since 2006, Derek has been researching and developing community-friendly credit and financing structures, culminating in the development of the Sustaining Capital model and the formation of Sustaining Technologies, LLC. He was one of the main organizers of the Sonoma County relocalization effort, and now serves as President of the Sonoma County GoLocal Cooperative.
Stories by Derek Huntington
Making Santa Rosa a Stronger Economic Competitor
The official purpose of the task force is to "identify strategies to make Santa Rosa a stronger economic competitor, " with the ultimate vision of "a community that is a highly desirable place to live, work, and play." The official actions proposed to achieve this purpose and vision are "strategies focusing on business retention, business expansion, and business recruitment."
Sonoma County Food Forum
The Sonoma County Food Forum was held last Thursday, February 24th, at the Showcase Cafe in the Sonoma County Fairgrounds facility. The event was co-hosted by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and the Sonoma County Food System Alliance, a working group of organizations and individuals concerned about good food and healthy farms.
Made Local
When you're Made Local, you are a healthy part of a vibrant community and clean environment.
Bank Local
Local banks and credit unions play an important role in our local economy that increases the impact of the shift.Vote with Your Dollars - Part 2 of 2
Get out and vote, and while you do, remember that your political votes are only the beginning of your power to make your voice heard.
GoLocal Members are North Bay's Best
GoLocal member banks and credit unions took top honors in the North Bay Biz 21st Annual "Best of" readers poll.
Sonoma County Banking Revealed
To help you find a local bank that is right for you, we have compiled research on Sonoma County banks and credit unions.
