We’re proud to share that TMC Financing has been named the #2 Best Place to Work in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times! This recognition marks our ninth appearance on the list in the small business category, and represents our highest placement to date. This award recognizes the strength of our company culture, the commitment of our team, and our shared purpose: helping small businesses grow and succeed. It’s a reflection of everything we believe in — collaboration, respect, and doing meaningful work with people who care. The Selection Process The Best Places to Work list is curated by the San Francisco Business Times and Silicon Valley Business Journal, in partnership with Quantum Workplace. Honorees are selected based on confidential employee surveys that measure engagement, satisfaction, and workplace culture. Timeline: – Nominations Closed: February 2025 – Employee Survey Period: January–February 2025 – Aw

Happy New Year! It is time to dust off the employee handbook, review your policies and procedures, and make sure they comply with all the new laws, regulations, and interpretations that have either already gone into effect or will in early 2024. Below, we have identified our “top 10(ish)” changes.  Please keep in mind there were hundreds of laws, regulations, and changes implemented at the local, state, and federal levels throughout 2023.  So, if you need a handbook/policy review or have any questions, please call.  1. California and Local Minimum Wage Raised – In addition to the gradual increase to minimum wage by the state, several Sonoma County cities have increased minimum wage beyond that required by the state.  Below is a table that describes the state and local city requirements:                     Locality Effective Date All Employers California 1/1/2024 $16.00 Santa Rosa 1/1/

Sonoma County, CA, Dec. 14, 2023 – Lumo, a Smart Agtech company that supports growers and tackles water challenges head-on, is proud to announce a trial of its state-of-the-art irrigation technology with Treasury Americas, a division of the global premium and luxury wine company, Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), in Napa.  Lumo aims to help growers revolutionize the way they manage water in their vineyards, empowering them to automate and closely monitor irrigation activities. Currently, 24 of Lumo’s smart irrigation valves are being utilized by TWE, allowing the company to efficiently manage irrigation on 90 acres of Napa vineyard land and setting an industry example for sustainable viticulture practices. The trial with TWE should provide concrete evidence of how Lumo’s advanced water technology can help to improve operational efficiencies while aiding in substantial water conservation. “Efficient irrigation is paramount in bridging the gap between water u

With the start of the new year, it is time to dust off the employee handbook, review your policies and procedures, and make sure they comply with all the new laws, regulations, and interpretations that have either already gone into effect or will in early 2023. Below, we have identified our “top 10” changes. Please keep in mind there were hundreds of laws, regulations, and changes implemented at the local, state, and federal levels throughout 2022.  So, if you need a handbook/COVID-19 policy review or have any questions, please call. 1. California and Local Minimum Wage Raised – In addition to the gradual increase to minimum wage that has been in effect under California law, several Sonoma County cities have increased minimum wage beyond that required by the state. Below is a table that describes the state and local city requirements: Locality Effective Date Employers With 26 Or More Employees Employers With Less Than 26 Employees California 1/1/2023 $15.5

1. Minimum Wage Increases Just a reminder that on July 1, 2020, minimum wage increases take effect in 13 California cities.  Employers must comply with the highest applicable minimum wage rate in the location where employees are working.  It is critical for employers to stay compliant with minimum wage laws as they change because violations can result in significant liability. The following cities and counties have a minimum wage increase scheduled for July 1, 2020: Alameda, Berkeley, Emeryville, Fremont, Los Angeles, Malibu, Milpitas, Novato, Pasadena, San Francisco, San Leandro, Santa Monica, and Santa Rosa. Santa Rosa’s minimum wage will be $15.00 for employers with 26 or more employees and $14.00 for employers with 25 or fewer employees. Novato’s minimum wage will be $15.00 for employers with 100+ employees, $14.00 for employers with 26 or more employees, and $13.00 for employers with 25 or fewer employees. To Do: Employers with employees working in any of the