The San Diego Union-Tribune

Cidara Therapeutics Named as a San Diego Metro Area Top Workplace

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Monday, November 20, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDTX), a biotechnology company using its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) immunotherapies designed to save lives and improve the standard of care for patients facing serious diseases, today announced that it has been named a Top Workplace by The San Diego Union-Tribune.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDTX), a biotechnology company using its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) immunotherapies designed to save lives and improve the standard of care for patients facing serious diseases, today announced that it has been named a Top Workplace by The San Diego Union-Tribune.
  • Cidara was among the top 100 companies and organizations included in the 2023 Top Workplace list.
  • “We are proud to once again be considered one of the best places to work in San Diego,” said Jeffrey Stein, Ph.D. president and chief executive officer of Cidara.
  • The San Diego Union-Tribune published the complete list of 2023 Top Workplaces on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

Guild Mortgage Named Top Workplace by The San Diego Union-Tribune for 11th Straight Year

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Guild is the only Large company winner to have been named a Top Workplace all eleven years of the program.

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  • Guild is the only Large company winner to have been named a Top Workplace all eleven years of the program.
  • The Top Workplaces Program honors San Diego companies that have outstanding workplace culture and business environments.
  • Guild Mortgage, which employs 650 people in the San Diego area, ranked No.
  • Guild also helps active duty and retired military personnel who qualify for VA loans with 100% financing and flexible qualifying standards.

Vividion Therapeutics Recognized as a San Diego area ‘Top Workplaces 2023’ Award Winner by the San Diego Union-Tribune

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The annual competition involves San Diego area companies of all sizes and industries.

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  • The annual competition involves San Diego area companies of all sizes and industries.
  • In addition, Vividion won the “Direction” award where our employees believe “we are going in the right direction.”
    This press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231121739253/en/
    “Being recognized as a Top Workplaces 2023 company is a significant honor for Vividion,” said Aleksandra Rizo M.D.
  • This is a proud moment, and we thank both the Union-Tribune and Energage for leading this award process.”

MANSCAPED® Named Top Workplace by U-T San Diego for 2023

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Monday, November 20, 2023

MANSCAPED ®, the global men’s grooming company and lifestyle consumer brand founded and headquartered in San Diego, has been awarded a Top Workplace 2023 honor by 150-year-old media company and leading news source in the region, U-T San Diego.

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  • MANSCAPED ®, the global men’s grooming company and lifestyle consumer brand founded and headquartered in San Diego, has been awarded a Top Workplace 2023 honor by 150-year-old media company and leading news source in the region, U-T San Diego.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231120068156/en/
    The global leader in men’s grooming adds a second Top Workplaces award to its accolades.
  • In today's market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard.
  • “It is an honor to be formally recognized by U-T San Diego and to receive this award on behalf of our amazing employees,” added Paul Tran, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of MANSCAPED.

Procede Software Named to the San Diego Union-Tribune's Top Workplaces List for 2023

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Procede Software, a leading heavy-duty commercial vehicle dealer management system (DMS) software and solutions provider, today announced it has been named to the San Diego Union-Tribune's Top Workplaces list for 2023, which recognizes companies with the best workplaces in the region. Procede was founded in San Diego more than 20 years ago and strives to be a place where the best and brightest can build their careers. Many of its employees have celebrated 10, 15, and 20 year anniversaries with the company, including several on its senior leadership team.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Procede Software, a leading heavy-duty commercial vehicle dealer management system (DMS) software and solutions provider, today announced it has been named to the San Diego Union-Tribune's Top Workplaces list for 2023, which recognizes companies with the best workplaces in the region.
  • Procede was founded in San Diego more than 20 years ago and strives to be a place where the best and brightest can build their careers.
  • Nabyl Alvarez, Vice President of People & Culture, said, "At Procede Software, people and culture are at the core of everything we do.
  • Alvarez continued, "We are proud to see our commitment to culture recognized by the San Diego U-T and thankful to the incredible Procede team.

Cartoonist Steve Breen Joins San Diego's inewsource

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Breen, a nationally acclaimed San Diego cartoonist, is joining forces with local investigative newsroom inewsource to bridge communities and local news through art.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Breen, a nationally acclaimed San Diego cartoonist, is joining forces with local investigative newsroom inewsource to bridge communities and local news through art.
  • Breen will be part of a new community engagement lab at inewsource, pioneering new ways to tell stories, work hand-in-hand with communities, and save local news.
  • "Getting our reporting into the hands of the people who need it the most is a priority for inewsource, and Steve Breen will introduce a whole new method for doing that," said Lorie Hearn, inewsource CEO and editor.
  • "I am thrilled to join the team at inewsource and grateful that my artwork will continue to have a home in San Diego."

Herman Cook Volkswagen Excels in 2023 Encinitas Advocate Readers Poll

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Sunday, October 22, 2023

ENCINITAS, Calif., Oct. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2023 Best of Encinitas Readers Poll by the Encinitas Advocate has concluded with an exciting win for Herman Cook Volkswagen. Their continued excellence has led to victory in two prominent categories: Best Auto Dealership and Best Service.

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  • Herman Cook Volkswagen: Celebrating Victory for Best Auto Dealership and Best Service in Encinitas, CA
    ENCINITAS, Calif., Oct. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2023 Best of Encinitas Readers Poll by the Encinitas Advocate has concluded with an exciting win for Herman Cook Volkswagen .
  • Herman Cook Volkswagen once again secures the crown for Best Auto Dealership, adding a 2023 triumph to a series of previous Readers Poll accolades.
  • Herman Cook Volkswagen extends its heartfelt thanks to all those who participated in the Readers Poll.
  • If you're eager to discover what makes Herman Cook Volkswagen the Best Auto Dealership in Encinitas, or if you'd like to explore their new Volkswagen inventory in Encinitas, CA, their friendly and dedicated staff is always at your service.

Herman Cook Volkswagen Celebrates Victory in 2023 North Coast Readers Poll

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Saturday, September 23, 2023

ENCINITAS, Calif., Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Herman Cook Volkswagen of Encinitas, California, is thrilled to announce its triumphant win in the 2023 North Coast Readers Poll, where it was named the Best Auto Dealership for the second time in recent years.

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  • ENCINITAS, Calif., Sept. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Herman Cook Volkswagen of Encinitas, California, is thrilled to announce its triumphant win in the 2023 North Coast Readers Poll, where it was named the Best Auto Dealership for the second time in recent years.
  • "Our victory in the 2023 North Coast Readers Poll is a source of immense pride for the entire Herman Cook Volkswagen team."
  • The Del Mar Times' "Best of the North Coast Readers Poll" results have spoken loud and clear, reaffirming Herman Cook Volkswagen as the community's top choice for automotive excellence.
  • "Our victory in the 2023 North Coast Readers Poll is a source of immense pride for the entire Herman Cook Volkswagen team.

Garamendi, Nader, and SD Union Tribune Add Voices Against 11th Hour Insurance Bailout Legislation, Consumer Watchdog Urges Vigilance Until Monday Deadline

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Friday, September 8, 2023

"Until lawmakers and Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara say they are not going to pursue the insurance industry's billion-dollar bailout plan, California consumers must remain alert for an 11th hour smash and grab," Consumer Watchdog said.

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  • "Until lawmakers and Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara say they are not going to pursue the insurance industry's billion-dollar bailout plan, California consumers must remain alert for an 11th hour smash and grab," Consumer Watchdog said.
  • A memo written by insurance lobbyist John Norwood , circulated Wednesday evening, asked legislators to back "the plan" endorsed by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara.
  • Not a single consumer advocate or consumer advocacy group met with Lara in those months; written requests from Consumer Watchdog have been ignored.
  • The outline of the industry's proposal was published only a few weeks ago and its impact on consumers analyzed by Consumer Watchdog.

Jamul Casino® Brings Home a Personal Record of Nine "San Diego's Best" Awards in San Diego Union-Tribune Readers Poll

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

JAMUL, Calif., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, July 30, the San Diego Union-Tribune announced the winners of its 27th annual "San Diego's Best" Reader's Poll, with Jamul Casino bringing home a personal best of nine (9) awards. The Union-Tribune Reader's Poll reflects the voting audience's top selections for more than 200 products and services in San Diego—everything from restaurants to entertainment, retail, real estate, legal services, and more. The winners earn the right to be called "San Diego's Best." 

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  • San Diegans Recognize Jamul Casino for its Dining, Panoramic Views, and Service
    JAMUL, Calif., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, July 30, the San Diego Union-Tribune announced the winners of its 27th annual "San Diego's Best" Reader's Poll, with Jamul Casino bringing home a personal best of nine (9) awards.
  • Jamul Casino's 2023 "San Diego's Best" winners include:
    In addition to winning the most votes in nine categories, Jamul Casino had 18 other top contenders voted as a "favorite," in their categories.
  • Earning Best Sports Bar every year since 2018, Tony Gwynn's Sports Pub is one of Jamul Casino's most popular eateries.
  • "And thank you, San Diego, for voting Jamul Casino 'San Diego's Best' nine times over!