Profiles: Secret to their success

After more than a dozen years of dreaming up sports cars, Jason Hill opens his own firm specializing in bold, energy-efficient concepts.

Miki Izumisawa’s artistic talents result in creations that you’re unlikely to find at other restaurants.

The gig: As city treasurer, De Foor serves as the primary banker, investor and custodian of public funds for Los Angeles and oversees its $7.5-billion investment program.