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Mod Op Acquires Leading Tech PR Agency Crenshaw Communications

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Monday, October 23, 2023

“We recognize the value of PR -- both as a discipline and as a business sector,” said Eric J Bertrand, CEO of Mod Op. “The addition of Crenshaw Communications accelerates our mission to empower brands by elevating the use of talented people who understand technology and its impact on the businesses we serve. This new move builds upon our acquisition of Digital Prism, a digital transformation firm, because the addition of both teams strengthens our core mission. We believe that technology and creativity are not mutually exclusive; in fact, they can and should work together.”

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mod Op , a full-service digital marketing agency accelerating customer growth through human creativity and automation, today announced the acquisition of Crenshaw Communications , a leading public relations firm headquartered in New York City.
  • “We recognize the value of PR -- both as a discipline and as a business sector,” said Eric J Bertrand, CEO of Mod Op.
  • Crenshaw Communications founder Dorothy Crenshaw, now Mod Op Chief Public Relations Officer, commented, "We were attracted to Mod Op because its leadership has their eyes on the bigger picture.
  • Chris Harihar, EVP of Mod Op Public Relations, added, “Here at Crenshaw, we've been at the forefront of incorporating AI to streamline and enhance PR efforts.

CIM Group and West Angeles Church Hold Groundbreaking for Mixed-Use Residential and Retail Development at Former Church Site on Crenshaw Boulevard

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Friday, June 30, 2023

The new residences and community-serving ground floor retail is being developed on the approximately 1.3-acre property, which was formerly the site of West Angeles Church’s north campus.

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  • The new residences and community-serving ground floor retail is being developed on the approximately 1.3-acre property, which was formerly the site of West Angeles Church’s north campus.
  • West Angeles has used the sale proceeds to fund its various church programs and initiatives, including the construction of a Family Life Center.
  • CIM Group has delivered a variety of developments in partnership with West Angeles Church that have created good jobs and attracted businesses to South Los Angeles.
  • Nearby, CIM Group is currently wrapping up construction at 3000 Crenshaw on an approximately 55,000-square-foot contemporary office building.

Arcis Golf Further Strengthens Portfolio Differentiation With Strategic Acquisition of Three Top-Tier Properties

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Monday, June 12, 2023

Arcis Golf —the second largest owner and operator of golf facilities in the United States—has acquired Pacific Life’s golf portfolio, which includes three nationally recognized golf courses: Grayhawk Golf Club (Scottsdale, Arizona), Angel Park Golf Club (Las Vegas, Nevada), and Tijeras Creek Golf Club (Rancho Santa Margarita, California).

Key Points: 
  • Arcis Golf —the second largest owner and operator of golf facilities in the United States—has acquired Pacific Life’s golf portfolio, which includes three nationally recognized golf courses: Grayhawk Golf Club (Scottsdale, Arizona), Angel Park Golf Club (Las Vegas, Nevada), and Tijeras Creek Golf Club (Rancho Santa Margarita, California).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230612236093/en/
    Angel Park Golf Club (Photo: Business Wire)
    This is Arcis Golf’s 13th club acquisition in less than two years.
  • With these new clubs, Arcis Golf has nearly 70 clubs in its portfolio.
  • "These complementary additions to our irreplaceable portfolio of clubs strengthens our unique value proposition within each of these markets," said Blake Walker, Founder and CEO of Arcis Golf.

Verizon continues to upgrade Los Angeles' best network

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Los Angeles, CA.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Los Angeles, CA.
  • Network upgrades in Los Angeles include deploying new cell sites to extend coverage and capacity in local communities.
  • Lastly, the addition of 5G service and the many additional wireless solutions allow far more data to travel on the wireless network in Los Angeles.
  • The recent network upgrades have led to customers having the best experience on the Verizon network in Los Angeles, CA, according to the nation’s most rigorous scientific testing company RootMetrics®.

Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Applauds Bipartisan Push to Include Active Duty Military Members in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Research

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

As a nonprofit organization that supports veterans in accessing psychedelic-assisted therapies, VETS recognizes the critical importance of including active duty servicemembers in psychedelic research.

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  • As a nonprofit organization that supports veterans in accessing psychedelic-assisted therapies, VETS recognizes the critical importance of including active duty servicemembers in psychedelic research.
  • The recent Phase 3 Trial of MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD demonstrated the significant impact of psychedelic treatment on individuals suffering from trauma-related disorders.
  • Other compounds, like psilocybin and ibogaine, are also showing incredible promise in addressing these issues– but more research is critically needed.
  • Our active duty service men and women deserve to be included in NIH-funded psychedelic research.

CIM Group Closes Another Land Acquisition from West Angeles Church on Crenshaw Boulevard, Plans Mixed-Use Residential and Retail Development

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

CIM Group announced today that it has acquired an approximately 1.3-acre property at 3045 Crenshaw Blvd.

Key Points: 
  • CIM Group announced today that it has acquired an approximately 1.3-acre property at 3045 Crenshaw Blvd.
  • which is entitled for a mixed-use development consisting of 168 apartment units, of which 17 will be affordable, and 40,000 square feet of ground floor retail.
  • The property, located just north of Jefferson Boulevard, is centrally located in Los Angeles and part of the historic West Adams neighborhood which offers dining, entertainment and community-serving retail and services.
  • After 43 years at its north campus location, West Angeles Church is consolidating facilities at its south campus location at Crenshaw and Exposition.

U.S Bank receives $60 million of New Markets Tax Credit allocation

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

U.S. Banks community development entity (CDE) USBCDE, LLC received $60 million of New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation from the U.S. Department of Treasury.

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  • U.S. Banks community development entity (CDE) USBCDE, LLC received $60 million of New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation from the U.S. Department of Treasury.
  • USBCDE was one of 107 CDEs to receive a share of the NMTC allocation authority package announced by the Treasurys Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund).
  • Its the banks 12th allocation under the NMTC program and the fifth year in a row it has received an award.
  • CDEs allocate tax credits to projects, attracting private investment capital that helps grow businesses and create jobs in economically distressed communities.

LA's Historic Taste of Soul Festival Will Showcase Native, Drought-Inspired Landscaping with the Save Our Water Campaign

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Saturday, October 15, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New trends in drought-resistant landscaping and décor reached the Southland today at the return of the historic Taste of Soul family festival where attendees visited the state's water conservation program's Zen Garden and took home drought-tolerant native California plants. Participating in the revival of LA's annual Taste of Soul event is the latest effort the state-run Save Our Water campaign has taken to showcase the bold steps Californians are making to conserve water for the long run and tackle extreme drought and the realities of a changing climate.

Key Points: 
  • "We are all changing our water habits, and the Taste of Soul Festival was the ideal place to showcase what real water conservation looks like; that's what we've put on display with the Save Our Water campaign."
  • Thanks to our partners, ScottsMiracle-Gro and Bonnie Plants, the Save Our Water Zen Garden shows a beautifully designed water wise space.
  • Visitors learned about water conservation, drought-tolerant plants and native landscaping, and were encouraged to pledge to cut their water usage by 15%.
  • About Save Our Water (SOW):Save Our Water is California's statewide water conservation program.

Equinix Appoints Scott Crenshaw as EVP & GM, Digital Services

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Monday, August 1, 2022

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world's digital infrastructure company, today announced the appointment of Scott Crenshaw to the position of Executive Vice President & General Manager, Digital Services.

Key Points: 
  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world's digital infrastructure company, today announced the appointment of Scott Crenshaw to the position of Executive Vice President & General Manager, Digital Services.
  • In this newly created role, Crenshaw will be responsible for driving the growth and strategy of Equinix's suite of digital services, including Equinix Fabric, Equinix Metal and Network Edge.
  • Additional products under Crenshaw's leadership will include Equinix Internet Exchange, Equinix Metro Connect, Equinix Internet Access and Equinix Precision Time.
  • Scott Crenshaw brings a perfect blend of skills and experience to help us drive our customer-focused vision for digital services.

The Art Institute of Virginia Beach Art Gallery Hosts Closing Reception Honoring Juneteenth with Works by Renowned Painter, Richard C. Press, Sr.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Art Gallery will be hosting a closing reception celebrating its featured gallery artist, Richard C. Press, Sr., on Thursday, July 28, 2022.

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  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Art Gallery will be hosting a closing reception celebrating its featured gallery artist, Richard C. Press, Sr., on Thursday, July 28, 2022.
  • The art gallery show was personally organized by Mr. Press, a renowned Hampton, VA-based artist, in honor of Juneteenth.
  • The Virginia Beach community is invited to attend the gallery closing for one last chance to see the artwork of Mr. Press.
  • The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Two Columbus Center, 4500 Main Street, Suite 200, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 2022 The Arts Institutes International LLC.