California culture

SKYY Vodka And Mindshare USA Take A Stand To Support LGBTQ Journalism

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Campari Group, Cuisine of the Western United States, California culture, SKYY vodka, Vodka, American culture, Food and drink

SKYY Vodka is the first-mover and launch brand for the PMP, taking a stand to support LGBTQ voices and journalism.

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  • SKYY Vodka is the first-mover and launch brand for the PMP, taking a stand to support LGBTQ voices and journalism.
  • "As a brand, we believe that Pride should not be the only time of year to show support for the LGBTQ community," says Bernadette Knight, Senior Marketing Director of SKYY Vodka.
  • "SKYY Vodka is dedicated to supporting LGBTQ voices 365 days a year, and this PMP provides yet another avenue for us to do that."
  • In addition to the support this provides journalism, neuroscience research from Mindshare USA shows the effectiveness for brands of advertising in LGBTQ media as well.

PerfectSwell® Richmond Underway in Virginia

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Sports, California culture, Boardsports, Partial squatting position, Surfing, Human behavior, Surf, Richmond, Virginia, States of the United States

In addition to offering world class surfing with PerfectSwell, The LAKE will boast a wide array of dining and entertainment options.

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  • In addition to offering world class surfing with PerfectSwell, The LAKE will boast a wide array of dining and entertainment options.
  • "By partnering with AWM to create PerfectSwell Richmond, we can offer recreational surf for beginners as well as a world class surfing for elite athletes.
  • "PerfectSwell Richmond, with its grand vision, adds a key location to our expanding network."
  • The community will host over 200 events annually and is home to PerfectSwell Richmond, a world class surf park.

PerfectSwell® Richmond Underway in Virginia

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Sports, California culture, Boardsports, Partial squatting position, Surfing, Human behavior, Surf, Richmond, Virginia, States of the United States

In addition to offering world class surfing with PerfectSwell, The LAKE will boast a wide array of dining and entertainment options.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to offering world class surfing with PerfectSwell, The LAKE will boast a wide array of dining and entertainment options.
  • "By partnering with AWM to create PerfectSwell Richmond, we can offer recreational surf for beginners as well as a world class surfing for elite athletes.
  • "PerfectSwell Richmond, with its grand vision, adds a key location to our expanding network."
  • The community will host over 200 events annually and is home to PerfectSwell Richmond, a world class surf park.

Wetsuit Market by Product Type, Thickness, End-user, Application, Distribution Channel & Region - Worldwide Forecasts to 2024

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Sports, Recreation, Boardsports, Individual sports, California culture, Partial squatting position, Surfing, Wetsuit, Market

The global wetsuit market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 4% during 2019-2024.

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  • The global wetsuit market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 4% during 2019-2024.
  • Increasing participation in water-based sports activities and development of inland surfing grounds are the key factors driving the growth of the market.
  • Furthermore, the introduction of novel technologies in the creation of artificial waves and wave parks are further enhancing product demand.
  • How has the global wetsuit market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?

Teamsters And Allies Protest UC Pay Cut

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019
California, States of the United States, California culture, University of California, Change to Win Federation, International Brotherhood of Teamsters

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Teamsters Local 2010 members and their allies in the UC Administrative Professionals Network protested a proposed 1.5 percent pay cut at the University of California's Board of Regents Meeting at the UCSF Campus in Mission Bay.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Teamsters Local 2010 members and their allies in the UC Administrative Professionals Network protested a proposed 1.5 percent pay cut at the University of California's Board of Regents Meeting at the UCSF Campus in Mission Bay.
  • The proposed pay cut comes in the form of a 1.5 percent employee contribution increase to the University of California Retirement Plan (UCRP).
  • In addition to members of Local 2010 and the UC Administrative Professionals Network, the proposed pay cut is also opposed by the UC Coalition of Unions and the UC Academic Senate.
  • Teamsters Local 2010 represents approximately 12,000 administrative support workers at the University of California and approximately 2,400 skilled trades workers in the UC and Cal State systems.

Teamsters And Allies Protest UC Pay Cut

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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
California, Change to Win Federation, California culture, University of California, States of the United States, International Brotherhood of Teamsters

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On Wednesday, November 13, at 7:30 am, Teamsters and their allies in the UC Administrative Professionals Network will be attending the University of California Board of Regents Meeting to speak out against a proposed pay cut for administrative professionals employed by the UC System.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On Wednesday, November 13, at 7:30 am, Teamsters and their allies in the UC Administrative Professionals Network will be attending the University of California Board of Regents Meeting to speak out against a proposed pay cut for administrative professionals employed by the UC System.
  • The pay cut, a 1.5 percent increase to employee retirement contributions, would impose an undue financial burden on many workers who are already having difficulty keeping up with California's increasingly high cost of living.
  • Members of Teamsters Local 2010 and the UC Administrative Professionals Network will be gathering outside of Robertson Auditorium at 7:30am to demonstrate against the pay cut.
  • They will also be testifying during the public comment period at the beginning of the meeting and presenting a petition signed by hundreds of UC staff members who are going on record to oppose the pay cut.

Alaska Airlines' newest painted Pixar-themed aircraft showcases Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park (along with a few well-known faces)

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Monday, October 7, 2019
Films, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Paradise Pier, California culture, Disney California Adventure, Pixar, Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear, Pixar Play Parade, Together Forever

A trio of familiar Pixar characters span both sides of the aircraft: Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie of Toy Story fame.

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  • A trio of familiar Pixar characters span both sides of the aircraft: Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie of Toy Story fame.
  • "The Disneyland Resort is one of our signature West Coast friendships, and we love that we can celebrate Pixar Pier by taking these iconic characters on a brand-new adventure."
  • The unique design is a collaboration between the teams at Alaska, Disney and Pixar.
  • Pixar Pier is the latest reimagined land to explore at Disney California Adventure Park.

Creatures of Legends & Lore from Wild Hair Creations Now Available on Amazon

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Canadian culture, Culture, American culture, American folklore, Bigfoot, California culture, Canadian folklore, Culture of British Columbia, Culture of Manitoba, Yeti, Chupacabra

TOANO, Va., Oct.1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Just in time for Halloween and the upcoming stocking stuffer season, the Creatures of Legends and Lore from Wild Hair Creations by Design Master Associates, Inc. are available for inspired gifting or as an addition to your seasonal decor.

Key Points: 
  • TOANO, Va., Oct.1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Just in time for Halloween and the upcoming stocking stuffer season, the Creatures of Legends and Lore from Wild Hair Creations by Design Master Associates, Inc. are available for inspired gifting or as an addition to your seasonal decor.
  • Now available on Amazon or at participating retail locations.
  • Great for cryptid lovers, Halloween enthusiasts, and kids of all ages, this infamous band of Creatures includes the fabled Sasquatch (AKA Bigfoot), Yeti, Cthulhu, Jersey Devil, Chupacabra and Mothman.
  • For more details, visitthe Wild Hair Creations website and watch the Creature Adventure video Finding Friends .

Lift Launches New eFoil Board Lineup Allowing Users a Personalized Experience Over the Water

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Monday, September 30, 2019
Boardsports, Sports, Individual sports, Human behavior, Contents, California culture, Partial squatting position, Surfing

The new eFoil board lineup includes the 6'2" explorer, the 5'6" cruiser, the 5'0" sport and 4'4" pro board, allowing users a personalized experience and sensation of surfing and flying all in one.

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  • The new eFoil board lineup includes the 6'2" explorer, the 5'6" cruiser, the 5'0" sport and 4'4" pro board, allowing users a personalized experience and sensation of surfing and flying all in one.
  • As part of a complete eFoil package, the boards come at a $12,000 price tag and are easy to use, allowing riders of all levels to experience flying over any body of water.
  • The launch of the four eFoil boards comes a year after Lift started shipping its original two Lift eFoil models: the E1 and E1 Sport.
  • "We are thrilled to bring the additional Lift eFoil boards to market, allowing users of all levels a wider array of boards to choose from to suit their preference and expertise.

Longford Capital Funds Patent Enforcement Campaign for University of California, Santa Barbara

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Professional services, Education, Legal, Finance, University, California, California culture, University of California, Santa Barbara, California, States of the United States

Longford Capital, one of the largest providers of litigation finance in the world, is proud to announce that it is funding a patent enforcement campaign for University of California, Santa Barbara (UC Santa Barbara) related to UC Santa Barbaras groundbreaking filament LED technology.

Key Points: 
  • Longford Capital, one of the largest providers of litigation finance in the world, is proud to announce that it is funding a patent enforcement campaign for University of California, Santa Barbara (UC Santa Barbara) related to UC Santa Barbaras groundbreaking filament LED technology.
  • Longford Capital will fund the attorneys fees and expenses related to UC Santa Barbaras enforcement campaign in exchange for an agreed-upon portion of the proceeds generated from the campaign.
  • This is a non-recourse investment, meaning that Longford Capital is only compensated if the campaign is successful.
  • Working with Longford Capital enables UC Santa Barbara, a public institution that relies on the support of taxpayers, student tuition and contributions from donors, to protect its valuable intellectual property rights without utilizing university funds.