Business

Hollister has long been known as the birthplace of the American biker so it’s no surprise that a local company has developed a new oil cooling system for V-twin engines.

On April 12, Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Christine Giusiana, Morgan Hill Mayor Steve Tate, board members, ambassadors, merchants and friends celebrated a ribbon cutting and gala grand opening of Angela's Home Treasures, 35 E. First St., Morgan Hill, enjoying an exciting shopping experience and fun at her new eclectic boutique with a touch of class of elegant antiques, fine home furnishings, accessories and unique gifts offering many quality collections of treasures, excellent value, affordable luxury. Hors d'oeuvres were provided by Maurizio's Italiano Restorante and desserts by Odeum Restaurant with Champagne by Guglielmo Winery. Reach Angela at (408) 782-0400 or visit angelashometreasures.com.

Phil Fortino has been appointed vice president and business banking officer for Rabobank, N.A. As business banking officer, Fortino is responsible for fostering relationships with small- to medium-sized companies and providing solutions to meet the banking needs of customers in Gilroy, Hollister and the surrounding area. Before joining Rabobank, Fortino served as small business banker for Bank of America and was president and general manager for his own company, Fortino’s Total Home. He attended Gavilan College in Gilroy and Fresno Technical College. He is involved with several organizations in Hollister, including the Rotary Club, Community Foundation, Elk’s Lodge, Chamber of Commerce and the Hollister Downtown Association.

The property management firm at 4 San Benito St., in Hollister, has changed its name to EM Property Management.

Calvista Insurance Agency, located at 370 Fifth Street in Hollister has started a Facebook campaign they hope will give local businesses a little boost.

Bruce Woolpert, president & CEO of Graniterock Company, died Sunday afternoon in a boating accident in Tahoe.

Deanna Franklin and her staff at Rabobank are joined by Chamber Ambassadors at a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house to celebrate their 10th anniversary in Gilroy. Rabobank is located at 761 First St. in Gilroy.

The Ford Store Morgan Hill is among an elite group of Ford and Lincoln dealerships to be recognized with the 2011 President’s Award and Ford Motor Credit’s Partners in Quality Award. These prestigious awards honor dealerships that have excelled in automotive retailing for the year, by providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction. The Ford Store Morgan Hill is currently the No. 1 retail volume Ford dealership in the Bay Area. Ford Motor Company’s President’s Award recognizes dealers who have excelled in achieving superior sales, service and vehicle ownership experiences to their customers. The Ford Store Morgan Hill is the only dealership in Northern California to receive this award in the past eight years.