Doug Henton
Doug Henton
chips computers creative cutting pumped staying tech ten valley
Ten years ago, this was an engineering Valley that pumped out chips and computers. Now it's all about creative tech and staying on the cutting edge.
general seen turnaround
I think that's the general sentiment. I think 2006 will be seen as a real turnaround year.
economy either ingredient pieces region support sure train workforce
Probably the most important ingredient of a competitive region is the workforce. And we can either import our workforce, or we can train and support our own workforce to make sure everyone can participate. If all those pieces are in place, we can have a high-growth economy where everyone can participate.
levels
We're still not at the levels of 2000, but that was an aberration.
companies happening help spread valley
What's really happening is a restructuring. There are companies spread out all over the valley that do nothing but help other companies get started.