Watsonville, California

Granite Names Brian R. Dowd as Head of Its California Operations

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Monday, November 16, 2020
Other Construction & Property, Construction & Property, Natural Resources, Mining, Minerals, Dowd, Surnames, Nevada, Watsonville, California, University of California, Berkeley, United States, Geography of California

Granite (NYSE:GVA) has named Brian R. Dowd as senior vice president and California group manager, effective January 1, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) has named Brian R. Dowd as senior vice president and California group manager, effective January 1, 2021.
  • Dowd currently serves as vice president of Granites Nevada region and is a 34-year veteran of the company.
  • Dowd will report to Chief Operating Officer Jim Radich, and will be based at Granite headquarters in Watsonville, California.
  • in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a Registered Engineer in the states of California and Nevada.

1st Capital Bank Announces Appointment of Jigisha Desai to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Watsonville, California, Granite Construction, Geography of California, GVA, California

SALINAS, Calif., Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 1st Capital Bank (OTC Pink: FISB) today announced the appointment of Jigisha Desai as a director.

Key Points: 
  • SALINAS, Calif., Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 1st Capital Bank (OTC Pink: FISB) today announced the appointment of Jigisha Desai as a director.
  • Desai is the chief financial officer of Watsonville-based Granite Construction, Incorporated (NYSE: GVA), a nationwide heavy civil construction and transportation contractor.
  • We are delighted to have Jigisha join our board, said Kurt Gollnick, chairman.
  • She brings a wealth of business and financial experience and a diverse perspective to our board.

Reiter Affiliated Companies Supports Nonprofits During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Monday, August 10, 2020
Strawberries, Geography of California, Driscoll's, Watsonville, California, Plants, Oxnard, California, Cision, Berry, Philanthropy, RAC Limited, California

OXNARD, Calif., Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In alignment with their commitment to helping enrich the communities where they operate, Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), makes philanthropic donations to local organizations.

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  • OXNARD, Calif., Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In alignment with their commitment to helping enrich the communities where they operate, Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), makes philanthropic donations to local organizations.
  • With the COVID-19 pandemic changing many lives in a significant manner, nonprofits across the country are facing increased demand for their services.
  • To help ease this burden in their local communities, RAC philanthropy committees directed donations to several non-profits throughout California.
  • To learn more about Reiter Affiliated Companies, please visit: http://www.berry.net
    Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) is the largest fresh multi-berry producer in the world, growing Driscoll's proprietary varieties of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries year round in the United States, Baja California, Central Mexico, Portugal, Morocco, Canada and Peru.

Lowrider Caravan headed to "Salad Bowl of the World" in California to bring COVID-19 affected Farmworkers much needed Food and Supplies

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
Watsonville, California

Agricultural workers have been ravaged by COVID-19 in Monterey County making up more than a third of confirmed COVID-19 cases, with Latinos being 84% of hospitalized cases.

Key Points: 
  • Agricultural workers have been ravaged by COVID-19 in Monterey County making up more than a third of confirmed COVID-19 cases, with Latinos being 84% of hospitalized cases.
  • At work in the fields, harvest crews work side-by-side cutting rows of vegetables, making it impossible to keep six feet apart.
  • She gathered up a few friends the same day who filled their cars with donations and headed to Watsonville, CA.
  • For more information on joining future caravans or donating online go to http://www.farmworkercaravan.org or call 408-280-1065.

Shuman Glenn & Stecker Investigates Granite Construction Inc.

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Thursday, June 25, 2020
Legal, Professional services, Granite Construction, Watsonville, California, GVA, Shuman, Stecker, Lao kip, Granite, Visual arts

Shuman Glenn & Stecker announces that it is investigating potential shareholder claims against certain officers and directors of Granite Construction Inc. (Granite Construction or the Company) (NYSE: GVA ).

Key Points: 
  • Shuman Glenn & Stecker announces that it is investigating potential shareholder claims against certain officers and directors of Granite Construction Inc. (Granite Construction or the Company) (NYSE: GVA ).
  • Granite Construction is an infrastructure contractor and a construction materials producer in the United States.
  • If you currently own Granite Construction common stock and are interested in discussing your rights, or have information relating to this investigation, please contact Kip Shuman toll free at (866) 569-4531 or email Mr. Shuman at [email protected] .
  • Shuman Glenn & Stecker represents investors throughout the nation, concentrating its practice in stockholder litigation.

Granite Names Kyle T. Larkin as Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, February 10, 2020
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Business, Articles, Granite Construction, Watsonville, California, Economy, Larkin, Chief operating officer, Kyle

Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE:GVA) announced that effective today, Kyle T. Larkin has been appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer.

Key Points: 
  • Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE:GVA) announced that effective today, Kyle T. Larkin has been appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer.
  • Larkin will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company and will continue to be a member of the executive committee reporting directly to James H. Roberts, president and chief executive officer of Granite.
  • Kyle is an outstanding leader with a proven track record who embodies the best at Granite.
  • He is strategically-focused, has a deep understanding of our business, and equally important, Kyle is a team builder who develops and empowers his teams and fosters a collaborative work environment, said Granite president and chief executive officer, James H. Roberts.

Santa Cruz County Bank Hires Senior Vice President, Regional Manager Richard Aiello

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Monday, December 2, 2019
Geography of California, California, Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz County, California, Watsonville, California, Aptos, California, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, Metro Santa Cruz, Area code 831

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Santa Cruz County Bank (OTC: SCZC), with assets over $1 billion, is a top rated community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz County.

Key Points: 
  • SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Santa Cruz County Bank (OTC: SCZC), with assets over $1 billion, is a top rated community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz County.
  • Today the Bank announced that Richard (Rich) Aiello has joined as Senior Vice President, Regional Manager for the Salinas and Monterey Peninsula regions.
  • Santa Cruz County Bank, founded in 2004, is a top rated, locally owned and operated full-service community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz, California with seven branches located in Aptos, Capitola, Cupertino, Santa Cruz (2), Scotts Valley and Watsonville.
  • Since its founding, Santa Cruz County Bank has supported the community by actively participating and donating to local not-for-profit organizations.

New Chief Financial Officer for Reiter Affiliated Companies

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Plants, Geography of California, Strawberries, Berries, Rubus, Organisms, Driscoll's, Watsonville, California, Oxnard, California, Port Hueneme, California, Raspberry, BlackBerry

OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), the largest fresh multi-berry producer, announces the appointment of Kyle Bunstein as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Friday, September 6, 2019.

Key Points: 
  • OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), the largest fresh multi-berry producer, announces the appointment of Kyle Bunstein as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Friday, September 6, 2019.
  • Equipped with a strong financial and business acumen, Bunstein most recently served as the Vice President, Treasurer for RAC, leading an international team of colleagues.
  • "Apart from Kyle's financial and business strengths, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to our core values and culture, volunteering his time on the local Oxnard Philanthropy Committee, and serving on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Oxnard and Port Hueneme," said Hector Lujan, Chief Executive Officer of Reiter Affiliated Companies.
  • To learn more about Reiter Affiliated Companies, please visit: http://www.berry.net
    Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) is the largest fresh multi-berry producer in the world, growing Driscoll's proprietary varieties of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries year-round in the United States, Canada, Baja California, Central Mexico, Portugal, Morocco, Canada and Peru.

Tour De Fresh Provides 51 New Salad Bars To U.S. Schools

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Monday, November 11, 2019
Food and drink, Salads, Buffet restaurants, Salad bar, Watsonville, California

WATSONVILLE, Calif., Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tour de Fresh , a four-day cycling event presented by the California Giant Foundation , celebrates six successful years with a record breaking 2019 donation of over $180,000 to the United Fresh Start Foundation to provide salad bars in schools.

Key Points: 
  • WATSONVILLE, Calif., Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tour de Fresh , a four-day cycling event presented by the California Giant Foundation , celebrates six successful years with a record breaking 2019 donation of over $180,000 to the United Fresh Start Foundation to provide salad bars in schools.
  • This year, with the help of generous donations, Tour de Fresh cyclists plan to deliver 51 salad bars to schools in California, Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas.
  • The participants of the 6th annual 2019 Tour de Fresh ride met their goal to donate 50 salad bars.
  • To date, Tour de Fresh has raised more than $930,000 to fund and place more than 265 salad bars into schools.

Granite Veteran James D. Richards to Lead Heavy Civil Group

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Friday, October 25, 2019
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Granite Construction, Watsonville, California, Ann Richards, Richards, Texas, State government in the United States, States of the United States

Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE: GVA) today announced that James D. Richards (Dave), a 28-year veteran with the Company, will serve as Senior Vice President of the Heavy Civil Group.

Key Points: 
  • Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE: GVA) today announced that James D. Richards (Dave), a 28-year veteran with the Company, will serve as Senior Vice President of the Heavy Civil Group.
  • Reporting to Granite President and Chief Executive Officer, James H. Roberts, Richards succeeds Dale Swanberg, effective October 25, 2019.
  • Daves tremendous operational experience, dedication to safety and highly disciplined leadership style will serve him well as leader of our Heavy Civil Group, said Granite President and CEO, James H. Roberts.
  • Prior to joining Granite, Richards served as a U.S. Army Officer and received a B.S.