Interviews
Conducted by our own Janet Reilly, our long-form interviews range from world-famous artists to rock legends, philanthropic titans, business icons and the stars of track and field (among others). A deep dive into the personalities that shape our landscape.
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The Interview: Up Close and Personal With John Sobrato
John Sobrato is a giant among real estate developers in California. The Sobrato Organization, a family-owned company, owns and manages…
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The Interview: All Hale, Denise
Denise Hale: ““I have a deadly Serbian memory and loyalty to my friends. I lived my life, my way.” (Peter…
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The Interview: Kara Goldin Gets the Hint
Goldin, founder of the flavored, unsweetened beverage company, Hint Water. (Cody Pickens) Kara Goldin was living the dream as a…
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The Interview: Susan Ehrlich: It’s Never Too Late
“Curiosity, humility, perseverance, resilience, being attentive to details … not necessarily the kind of things you would think about when…
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Drew Altizer Takes the Spotlight (For Once!)
Drew Altizer makes a rare appearance in front of the camera. (Spencer Brown) He’s at every glitzy gala and swanky…
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The Interview: Shelly Kapoor Collins Gets Real
On an average busy day, Shelly Kapoor Collins, who lives in Danville with her husband Patrick and two children, can…
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The Interview: Judy and George Marcus, Peninsula Power Couple
George and Judy Marcus pose together in George’s Palo Alto office, the headquarters of a sprawling real estate empire. (Spencer…
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The Interview: Emily Holt, Fashion Hero
Hero Shop proprietor Emily Holt. Photo by Margo Moritz. About a year ago, when my most fashionable friend (shout-out to…
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The Interview: Joe Cotchett Still Has Big Fish to Fry
Joe Cotchett by Spencer Brown When I think of Joe Cotchett, three words come to mind: bigger than life. At…
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The Interview: Passion for Service
Think February. Think passion, which leads me to this month’s conversation with San Francisco Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White and St.…
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