Southern California

GOVX Becomes an Official Partner of Tough Mudder and Spartan Races

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GOVX, the online shopping platform exclusively for current and former U.S. military service members, first responders, emergency medical professionals, and other government personnel, is honored to announce an official partnership to sponsor both the Tough Mudder and Spartan race series in the U.S.

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  • Additionally, Tough Mudder and Spartan merchandise will be available at a discounted price for the GOVX community on GOVX.com.
  • "We've been working with GOVX for a number of years but are excited to formally announce our exclusive national partnership for both the Tough Mudder and Spartan brands in the US.
  • GOVX will also have a presence at future Tough Mudder and Spartan events in 2024.
  • "To participate in Tough Mudder and Spartan events, you have to face challenges head-on and overcome obstacles, and this is what GOVX members do every day serving our nation," says Alan Cole, GOVX CEO.

Austin Air Systems Launches Online Tool to Track Major U.S. Air Quality Issues

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Austin Air Systems, North America's premier manufacturer of clinically tested HEPA air purification technology, announces the launch of its innovative air quality monitoring tool, which can be found at www.USAirQuality.com. The interactive map allows people to track major air quality incidents, monitor effects over time and make informed choices about their health.

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  • The interactive map allows people to track major air quality incidents, monitor effects over time and make informed choices about their health.
  • The interactive map pinpoints new and recent air quality issues across the United States.
  • Austin Air Systems has worked with the U.S. government, FEMA, and the American Red Cross in response to the country's most challenging environmental emergencies.
  • To stay on top of air quality issues in your area, visit USAirQuality.com .

Credit Union of Southern California Introduces Limited-Time 5.5% APY Share Certificate Promo

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) announced its new 5.5% APY five months share certificate promo.

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  • ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) announced its new 5.5% APY five months share certificate promo.
  • The 5.5% APY marks a one-percent increase from CU SoCal's most recent certificate promo offered this summer.
  • In order to stay competitive with market conditions, the credit union decided to increase the APY from 4.5% to 5.5%.
  • For more information about the 5.5.% APY share certificate campaign, please visit www.CUSoCal.org/SpecialRate .

Hollywood Revs Up the Excitement at 2023 LA Auto Show: Celebrity and Entertainment-Themed Attractions Gear up to Dazzle Automotive Enthusiasts

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than a century, amid the glitz and glamor of the world's entertainment hub, the Los Angeles Auto Show® has captivated visitors by showcasing the most iconic cars in movie history. From November 17-26, 2023, the 116th LA Auto Show®, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, will once again celebrate California's love affair with the automobile and transport attendees into a world of cinematic, television and showbiz that grace the silver screen and television screens around the globe.

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  • All six vehicles will be displayed together for the first time at the LA Auto Show in a special exhibit throughout the event.
  • Using legendary cars, this once-in-a-lifetime experience will happen on Thursday, November 16 and Saturday, November 25 at the LA Auto Show's private driving track.
  • Another exciting addition to the LA Auto Show's lineup of TV productions engaging with the event is Hulu's Drive with Swizz Beatz.
  • The same creative talent, which frequently tattoos the world's biggest stars, will be on hand for the Official Commemorative Print of the 2023 LA Auto Show.

Wine Lovers, Rejoice! Introducing Gelson's Exclusive Wine Club

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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ENCINO, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Always bringing something new to their valued customers, Gelson's has announced the launch of the Gelson's Wine Club, an exclusive program that offers a unique and unparalleled experience for SoCal wine lovers.

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  • ENCINO, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Always bringing something new to their valued customers, Gelson's has announced the launch of the Gelson's Wine Club, an exclusive program that offers a unique and unparalleled experience for SoCal wine lovers.
  • Gelson's Wine Club promises an extraordinary wine discovery journey, offering members access to these remarkable, limited-production wines that you won't typically find in grocery stores or small wine shops.
  • Pricing options for these exclusive wine collections are as follows:
    A Mix of White & Red 4-Pack: $350
    The Gelson's Wine Club is the perfect way to savor the finest wines and elevate your wine journey to new heights.
  • Join us in raising a glass to extraordinary wine experiences with the Gelson's Wine Club.

Alaska Airlines adds new nonstops from Anchorage to New York City and San Diego

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is connecting Anchorage to both New York City and San Diego with seasonal nonstop service this summer. Daily flights to New York JFK begin June 13, 2024, and weekly flights to San Diego start May 18, 2024. Flights are available for purchase now at alaskaair.com.

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  • We'll offer the only nonstop service between New York JFK and Alaska for summertime adventures; we'll have the most nonstop destinations ever this summer from Anchorage
    SEATTLE, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is connecting Anchorage to both New York City and San Diego with seasonal nonstop service this summer.
  • Daily flights to New York JFK begin June 13, 2024, and weekly flights to San Diego start May 18, 2024.
  • We like having great travel options and adding places such as New York and San Diego definitely fit the bill," said Marilyn Romano, regional vice president for Alaska Airlines.
  • We'll serve all of these cities by mid-June from Anchorage: Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, New York JFK, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Seattle/Everett (Paine Field).

Wescom Credit Union Announces Strategic NIL Partnership with Members of the Entire UCLA Women’s Basketball Team

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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California-based Wescom Credit Union today announced its Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) partnership with members of the entire UCLA Women’s Basketball team for the 2023-2024 season.

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  • California-based Wescom Credit Union today announced its Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) partnership with members of the entire UCLA Women’s Basketball team for the 2023-2024 season.
  • In addition to the NIL partnership with all 12 student-athletes on the UCLA Women’s Basketball team, Wescom also inked a partnership with the Michael Price Family UCLA Women’s Head Basketball Coach, Cori Close.
  • This alignment marks the second official UCLA NIL partnership for Wescom, demonstrating Wescom’s unwavering commitment to building a robust NIL ecosystem for UCLA athletes.
  • To learn more about Wescom’s NIL partnership with members of the UCLA Women’s Basketball Team, please visit wescom.org/nil .

National Non-Profit Continues Support in Southern California to diverse-led businesses

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Minority-owned businesses continue to regain their footing and rebuild their pre-pandemic presence. Recognizing this need, Founders First CDC (Founders First), a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to empowering expansion in diverse founder-led, revenue-generating businesses, has announced the launch of its 2023 Southern California Job Creators Quest Grant. This grant aims to support underrepresented entrepreneurs in SoCal, fostering economic growth and job creation within disadvantaged communities.

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  • Recognizing this need, Founders First CDC (Founders First), a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to empowering expansion in diverse founder-led, revenue-generating businesses, has announced the launch of its 2023 Southern California Job Creators Quest Grant .
  • This grant aims to support underrepresented entrepreneurs in SoCal, fostering economic growth and job creation within disadvantaged communities.
  • "We're proud to support Founders First CDC in their commitment to providing expertise and grant funds to Southern California small business owners.
  • Applications for the Southern California Job Creators Quest grant are open from October 17, 2023, to November 13, 2023.

Full Skope Empowers CDFIs and Mission-Driven Lenders to Transform Lending Operations

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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By working with Full Skope, Accessity has improved efficiency and scalability, minimized manual data entry and increased digital access for small business clients.

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  • By working with Full Skope, Accessity has improved efficiency and scalability, minimized manual data entry and increased digital access for small business clients.
  • Moreover, Full Skope's partnership with Habitat for Humanity Greater Des Moines is yet another testament to the platform's dedication to driving efficiencies in lending operations.
  • "We are honored to collaborate with leading mission-driven organizations like Accessity and Habitat for Humanity," said Doug Hogan, CEO of Full Skope.
  • As the partnership between Full Skope and mission-driven lenders strengthens, the future of financial inclusivity looks brighter than ever.

Ascent Named A Best Places To Work By American Banker, San Diego Business Journal, and Best Companies Group

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascent, a leader in outcomes-based lending and student success, announced today that it has received recognition as a Best Places to Work for in 2023 from American Banker, the San Diego Business Journal and Best Companies Group.

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  • "We are incredibly honored to receive three Best Places to Work awards this year," said Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ascent Ken Ruggiero.
  • American Banker ranked Ascent #2 out of 50 companies on its Best Places to Work in FinTech list for a second year in a row.
  • Moving up 11 spots from last year, Ascent received the #7 ranking out of 46 from the San Diego Business Journal for the 2023 Best Places to Work award.
  • In addition, Ascent has been named one of the Best Places to Work in SoCal by Best Companies Group.