by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Ultimate Awards
ULTIMATE GENTLEMEN IN BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS Congratulations to élite Magazine’s 7th Annual Ultimate Gentlemen In Business Professionals! These are the best of the best in their field voted on by thousands of community members and our readers. Be sure if you see them...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Valley Industry Association
Down the Rabbit Hole: VIA’s Mad Hatter’s Ball is a Celebration with Purpose Once a year, something magical happens in the Santa Clarita Valley. This year, on Friday October 24th the Valley Industry Association (VIA) takes a joyful tumble down the rabbit hole to host...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Nonprofit Spotlight
GETTING TO KNOW Fostering Youth Independence Our Mission Our mission is to equip foster youth to complete post-secondary education and become successful, independent adults. Our Vision FYI envisions a future in which every youth leaving the foster care system feels...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | City of Santa Clarita
Simple Steps to Stay Safe this Wildfire Season Spanning more than 73-square-miles and surrounded by the San Gabriel and Santa Susana mountains, Santa Clarita is no stranger to the threat of wildfire. In 2024, California experienced over 8,000 individual wildfires,...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Closeup
From Fort Worth to Hollywood: The Journey of Television Director Ken Cooper For Ken Cooper, working in television was never just a career choice — it was a calling. Raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Ken’s fascination with filmmaking began early. “There was never anything...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Closeup
Crafted Through Resilience: Ward Ventanilla and the Rise of Virtuoso Training Club Ward Kelvin Ventanilla is a Neurorecovery Specialist and the passionate founder of Virtuoso Training Club—a growing community rooted in discipline, resilience, and the belief that...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Meet The Maker
Santa Clarita Concessions, Inc.: Service, Innovation & Community Commitment This year, Santa Clarita Concessions, Inc. has been in business in the Santa Clarita community for seven decades. Established in 1955 by Gene Burke, the company began as a modest...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Spotlight
Elevate Your Style: The JDavids Experience In a world of fast fashion and fleeting trends, true style is built to last. That’s the philosophy behind JDavids Custom Clothiers, a luxury menswear boutique in the heart of Valencia where sophistication meets personalized...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | City of Santa Clarita
Meet Santa Clarita’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission The City of Santa Clarita’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission plays a vital role in shaping the recreational and cultural landscape of our community. Appointed by the City...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Spotlight
Grace in Motion: The Santa Clarita Ballet Company Inspires Through Dance In Santa Clarita, a vibrant hub of artistic expression thrives through the timeless beauty of ballet. The Santa Clarita Ballet Company, established in 1995, has become synonymous with excellence...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | Closeup
Claire Seidenglanz – Tiny Packages, Tremendous Impact: How Mrs. California Petite USA 2025 Is Supporting NICU Families Nationwide When Claire Seidenglanz steps onto the pageant stage as Mrs. California Petite USA 2025, she’s not just wearing a sash and...
by élite Magazine | Jun 19, 2025 | City of Santa Clarita
Your Guide to the Perfect Santa Clarita Summer Staycation This summer, Santa Clarita offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation for those opting for a staycation. From swimming, hiking or a pleasant evening filled with dining, shopping and entertainment,...