Nephew of Paul Merage, who sold Hot Pockets for about $2.6B, leads MIG’s operational and investment activities. Helped grow ...

Head of real estate developer Camphor Partners, which eyes converting an office campus it owns into a mixed-use development. The proposed development could convert CAVU Business Park into a site with ...

CORPORATE AND TAX RUTAN & TUCKER LLP WHY: Known for M&As, private equity and corporate governance. Has guided transactions ...

JONATHAN BRINSDEN  GROUP PRESIDENT   COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES  IRVINE CO.    WHY: Oversees commercial portfolio that includes ...

Retail developer behind one of largest additions to OC’s retail scene in 2020—Rodeo 39, which is Stanton’s culinary and ...

Served as Chapman’s 12th president. Stepped down in 2016 to return to teaching. Issues annual economic forecast in December ...

Built Newport Beach firm to $5.7B AUM. Often on national lists as best top financial adviser. Vocal conservative who can often be seen on CNBC, Fox News and other national outlets. Trustee on National ...

Operations lead of longstanding Italian high-performance motorcycle maker. Moto Morini started in 1937 and is ...

Runs organic Latino snack brand, selling a healthier version of rolled tortilla chips, inspired by the street food he grew up ...

JOSEPH YUROSEK  CALIFORNIA MARKET PRESIDENT  FIFTH THIRD BANK    WHY: Well-known OC banker for 25+ years, including Comerica.

Sporting a 50-year career in the restaurant industry, he built Irvine-based burger chain to over 350 locations; coordinated ...

Runs Irvine-based outdoor gear and apparel retailer, whose products are typically found among 1K bike and action sports ...