Dear Readers,
We continue to showcase the incredible local culture, businesses and people of Rancho Mirage and the Valley in this month’s edition. Our featured restaurant is the legendary Kobe Steakhouse right in the heart of Rancho Mirage; read about their rich history and traditions on page 28. The City of Rancho Mirage is excited to announce Desert Theatricals’ 2023 Broadway performances; check out their upcoming shows on page 12. If comedy is your style, Desert Theatre Works presents Southern Fried Nuptials from September 9-25. For a full schedule of entertainment visit our Calendar of Events on page 22!
Our cover story features Patrick Petre, the CEO of Vibra, a rehabilitation hospital in Rancho Mirage. Vibra focuses on treating people recovering from debilitating injuries, illnesses, surgeries and chronic medical conditions. Petre has been CEO at Vibra since May 2021 following service in the U.S Marine Corps and a subsequent lengthy career in healthcare management. His life story from humble beginnings in Carlisle to CEO residing in beautiful Rancho Mirage begins on page 24.
We would also like to thank Mark Bradley Photography for the cover story for last month’s article featuring Greg Wetmore, Presdient and CEO of UCPIE.
