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Business Symposium Offers Innovative Ideas and First Hand Perspectives
March 4, 2010
San Luis Obispo – The Central Coast Business Symposium held on Feb. 18, 2010 at the Clark Center, brought together a prestigious group of speakers discussing business and economic development issues in an innovative format.
A podcast presentation of the program is available by clicking on icons below. Slower internet connections may require several minutes for the audio to download. Please be patient.
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Introduction Michael Morris, Andre, Morris & Buttery Podcast:  MP3 |
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Business Roundtable: A Candid Conversation with Leaders In-the-Know Podcast:
MP3Dr. Jonathan York, Orfalea College of Business , Cal Poly State University Randy Flamm, IQMS Ty Safreno, Trust Automation Steven Newell, Windset Farms Special Guest: |
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Building Robust Business Clusters: Lessons from Biotech Dr. Walter W.Powell, Stanford University |
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Closing Remarks Michael Morris, Andre, Morris & Buttery |
Andre, Morris & Buttery Law Firm Finds North County History a Powerful Draw
January 6, 2010
Paso Robles, CA – When longtime local law firm Andre, Morris & Buttery needed larger space for its North County office, it made perfect sense for the firm to find a historic location in downtown Paso Robles. The Central Coast’s 60-year old law firm chose a beautiful two-story building at 1337 Vine Street in Paso Robles’ prized historic district. The home was originally built 120 years earlier by local merchant Herman Eppinger and has been beautifully restored by residents Bruce and Terry White.
“Troubled Employees” Seminar
Planned for Paso Robles
October 12, 2009
Paso Robles, CA – Andre Morris and Buttery, Central Coast Employee Assistance and Counseling Services and the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to assist employers struggling to manage troubled employees. “Troubled Employees in Troubled Times” is a seminar slated for Friday, November 13th at the Hampton Inn in Paso Robles. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Morris Back for Return Engagement
on Estate Planning
August 20, 2009
Joe Brittingham, CFP®, of Edward Jones’ Pismo Beach office has invited AMB principal Michael Morris to speak on "The Basics of Estate Planning" at a Sept. 2 workshop. The event, slated for noon to 2:30 p.m., is offered in response to a similar program held earlier this summer.
Buttery Selected for Prestigious Board
June 24, 2009James Buttery Selected for Prestigious National Trial Lawyers Board
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Longtime local attorney James Buttery has been inducted into the prestigious American Board of Trial Lawyers (ABOTA), an influential national organization whose membership is limited to trial attorneys who meet certain high levels of achievement.
Partner to Address Area Business People
June 11, 2009Michael Morris To Address Estate Planning Issues
Michael Morris, senior principal with the Andre, Morris & Buttery law form will join a panel of business leaders June 19, 2009 for the Summer Professional Education Series sponsord by Joe Brittingham, CFP® of Edward Jones Investments.
New Attorney Named
June 9, 2009Christopher Carruthers Named Associate At Andre, Morris & Buttery
Christopher became the Firm's newest attorney in May 2009 after having served the firm as a law clerk and summer associate.
Andre, Morris & Buttery to host Central Coast Business Symposium
Andre, Morris & Buttery will celebrate 60 years on the Central Coast in January with a landmark symposium featuring some of the brightest minds in business today.
Keynote speaker will be American entrepreneur Bob Stapleton, owner of Team Columbia, the top-ranked cycling team in the world.
Stapleton is a founder of Voice Stream Wireless, which was purchased by T-Mobile parent company, Deutsche Telekom. Stapleton is a cycling enthusiast who used his business acumen to build the world's best professional cycling team, while leading the charge against doping in the sport. A panel of experts gathered specifically for the milestone event will join Stapleton as speakers address a range of critical issues facing business in the coming year. Topics will include:
- Life After An Historic National Election
- Managing Investments in a ew Era
- The Employment Law Class Every Business Should Take
- Protecting Your Business from Internal Theft
The community is invited to the anniversary event, set for 3-7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, at the Clark Center in Arroyo Grande. Seating is limited. Tickets are $50 and will be available through the Clark Center beginning Dec. 15. Proceeds will benefit the California Central Coast Research Partnership (C3RP). Additional information is available at www.amblaw.com.
Event host Andre, Morris & Buttery is the oldest continuously operated law firm in San Luis Obispo, started by SLO natives George and Peter Andre as Andre & Andre in 1948 at 1130 Garden Street. The firm has added locations and partners over the years, but its deep roots remain firmly planted in the community.
Andre, Morris & Buttery provides expertise in civil litigation, business and real estate transactions, employment law, environmental and land use, and estate planning, trusts and probate. It has offices in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria.
J. Todd Mirolla Celebrates 25 Years
Celebrating 25 years with Andre, Morris and Buttery, J. Todd Mirolla has deep roots in San Luis Obispo. He serves on the board of directors for Founders Community Bank, Mission Memorial Foundation and San Damiano Foundation. He has also shared his knowledge and experience with future barristers as an adjunct professor of business law at Cal Poly.
Business Benefits When Beth Marino Leads The Way
Beth Marino recently completed a rigorous term as chair of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce, the largest business organization in the county. Her efforts with the Economic Vision Task Force this past year will fundamentally change the way the chamber protects, nurtures and promotes business in the future. Beth is also a member of the San Luis Obispo County Women Lawyers Association. She was recently honored with a Female Achievers Award by the Central Coast Women's Network for using her professional knowledge and personal insight to make a difference for others.
New President at the Santa Maria YMCA
Kevin Morris was recently named president of the Board of Directors of the Santa Maria Valley YMCA. The Santa Maria Valley YMCA serves over 5,000 members, provides childcare for 300 children, and teaches 1,200 children and adults to swim every year.
Andre, Morris & Buttery Volunteers in Our Community
Michael Morris Connects With The Community
Contributions to San Luis Obispo over the years have earned Michael Morris numerous awards, including Citizen of the Year honors in 2004. His most recent success was heading up fundraising efforts for the $2.4 million seismic retrofit of historic Mission San Luis Obispo, founded in 1772. Michael has also served on the San Luis Coastal School Board and the Foundation for the Performing Arts Center Board, and he has served on numerous other community based boards and commissions.
Jim Buttery: A Valued Volunteer
Jim Buttery volunteers his time with several projects in the Santa Maria region, including the Santa Maria Valley Discovery Center Board of Directors and the Santa Maria Valley Economic Development Board. He is also a member of the Santa Barbara County Superior Court ADR Committee. He has served as legal counsel for the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce and as a director of the Private Industry Council. Jim also taught business law as an adjunct professor at Cal Poly.
Youth Well-Served by Kevin Morris
The Pacific Coast Business Times named Kevin Morris to the 40 Under Forty list for 2002. It's an honor well-deserved, not only for his legal skills but for his dedication to local YMCAs. Currently, Kevin serves on the Board of Directors of the Santa Maria Valley YMCA. And, from 1992- 2002, he was a board member for the San Luis Obispo County YMCA Board of Directors from 1999-2002.
Jean St. Martin: Dedicated To Paso Robles Youth
As president of the Paso Robles Children's Museum Board of Directors, Jean St. Martin is committed to serving youngsters and their families. She guides board efforts for the fledgling nonprofit located at the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse. The children's museum is an interactive educational facility focused on families, as well as school and youth groups. Jean is also a graduate of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program and is a member of the American Planning Association. She is a member of the San Luis Obispo County Women Lawyers Association.
Mike Gibson: Proud To Serve The Santa Maria Valley
Community service is second nature for Michael Gibson. He's well-known throughout the Santa Maria Valley for his volunteer activities, including the Santa Maria Breakfast Rotary Club, Hancock College Foundation, Santa Maria YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation, and Domestic Violence Solutions of Santa Barbara County. He served as a trustee for the Orcutt School District and established the Mid-State Bank Foundation.