Pacific Southwest

The SoCal Laborers Training School Graduates More Than 750 Highly-Skilled Construction Professionals To Journeyperson Status

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240214780580/en/
    Business Manager of the Southern California District Council of Laborers Jon P. Preciado addresses the 2023 graduates and their families.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “The graduates’ years of grit, sacrifice and perseverance show the commitment that our members and this union have for the construction industry.
  • Presently, the Laborers’ Training School has nearly 2,500 indentured apprentices employed full-time for one of LIUNA’s over 2,000 union-signatory contractors in Southern California.
  • The Laborers’ School operates 12 facilities in Southern California and provided more than 387,361 hours of construction skills training in 2023.

ZIM Relaunches its ZIM eCommerce Xpress (ZEX) Service, Providing a Premium, Speedy China-US West Coast Service

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

(NYSE: ZIM), a global container shipping company, announced today the relaunch of ZIM eCommerce Xpress (ZEX), its revolutionary eCommerce expedited line connecting South China to the US West Coast.

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  • (NYSE: ZIM), a global container shipping company, announced today the relaunch of ZIM eCommerce Xpress (ZEX), its revolutionary eCommerce expedited line connecting South China to the US West Coast.
  • Originally introduced in 2020, the ZEX service returns in view of the recent evolving needs of the eCommerce market.
  • ZEX provides a dedicated, speedy and reliable solution for those seeking a competitively priced shipping alternative to airfreight.
  • ZIM is also offering ZEX customers, its A2ZIM premium service package, providing customers with exclusive and dedicated customer service features.

EY Announces Shahab Elmi of Cymbiotika as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Winner

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Friday, August 4, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner. The Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards program is one of the preeminent competitive awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. Elmi was selected by an independent judging panel made up of previous award winners, leading CEOs, investors and other regional business leaders. The candidates were evaluated based on their demonstration of building long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner.
  • "I am honored and humbled to be named an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner," said Shahab Elmi.
  • As a Pacific Southwest award winner, Elmi is now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 National Awards.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

SmartRent CEO Lucas Haldeman Recognized as an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Winner

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

SmartRent, Inc. (NYSE: SMRT), the leading provider of smart home and property operations solutions for the rental housing industry, is pleased to announce that CEO Lucas Haldeman has been named as an Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner.

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  • SmartRent, Inc. (NYSE: SMRT), the leading provider of smart home and property operations solutions for the rental housing industry, is pleased to announce that CEO Lucas Haldeman has been named as an Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner.
  • Mr. Haldeman was selected by an independent judging panel made up of previous award winners, leading CEOs, investors and other regional business leaders.
  • As a Pacific Southwest award winner, Mr. Haldeman is now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 National Awards.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

EY Announces Shahab Elmi of Cymbiotika as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Winner

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

SAN DIEGO, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner. The Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards program is one of the preeminent competitive awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. Elmi was selected by an independent judging panel made up of previous award winners, leading CEOs, investors and other regional business leaders. The candidates were evaluated based on their demonstration of building long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner.
  • "I am honored and humbled to be named an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 Pacific Southwest Award winner," said Shahab Elmi.
  • As a Pacific Southwest award winner, Elmi is now eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 National Awards.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

EY Announces John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist

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Monday, May 15, 2023

DALLAS, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes (NASDAQ: LSEA) was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

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  • DALLAS, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes (NASDAQ: LSEA) was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.
  • "To be considered a finalist for this prestigious award from Ernst & Young is a true honor.
  • There are many accomplished entrepreneurs and visionaries on this list and I'm grateful to be recognized among them," said Ho.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

EY Announces John Shen of American Lending Center as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that John Shen, CEO of American Lending Center (under American Lending Center Holdings), was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.

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  • Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that John Shen, CEO of American Lending Center (under American Lending Center Holdings), was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.
  • Entrepreneurs were evaluated based on their demonstration of building long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes.
  • “I am honored and humbled to be recognized by Ernst & Young as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist," said John, founder of American Lending Center, private capital firm Sunstone Management , and ghost kitchen operator Partake Collective .
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

EY Announces Chris Loeffler of CaliberCos Inc. as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Chris Loeffler, Chief Executive Officer of CaliberCos Inc. (Caliber) was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.

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  • Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Chris Loeffler, Chief Executive Officer of CaliberCos Inc. (Caliber) was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230508005608/en/
    Mr. Loeffler was selected by an independent panel of judges.
  • “I’m truly honored to be recognized with this distinctive recognition,” said Chris Loeffler, Chief Executive Officer of Caliber.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2024.

EY Announces Shahab Elmi of Cymbiotika as an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist

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Friday, May 5, 2023

SAN DIEGO, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder of Cymbiotika, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year ® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist.
  • "It's an honor to be named a finalist for Entrepreneur Of The Year, the world's most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs," said Shahab Elmi, CEO and Founder.
  • "I'm pleased to be recognized among these esteemed leaders in the Pacific Southwest."
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has recognized more than 11,000 entrepreneurs around the world.

Apella Expands West Coast Presence with Addition of Clarity Wealth Management

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Apella Capital, LLC , DBA Apella Wealth (“Apella”), a financial advisory and wealth management firm serving individuals, families, and businesses, today announced Clarity Wealth Management (“Clarity”), a registered investment advisor (“RIA”), has joined the firm.

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  • Apella Capital, LLC , DBA Apella Wealth (“Apella”), a financial advisory and wealth management firm serving individuals, families, and businesses, today announced Clarity Wealth Management (“Clarity”), a registered investment advisor (“RIA”), has joined the firm.
  • The acquisition establishes Apella’s presence in Irvine, California and adds to its financial planning and investment management capabilities in the region.
  • Led by Gina Chironis, Clarity provides financial planning, portfolio creation, asset management, and tax planning services.
  • David Connelly, Chairman and Co-Founder of Apella, said, "We are delighted to welcome Clarity to the Apella team.