University of California, Riverside

ORBCOMM Announces Christian Mezger as New Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ORBCOMM Inc., a leading global provider of supply chain IoT technology, announced today that Christian Mezger has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ORBCOMM Inc., a leading global provider of supply chain IoT technology, announced today that Christian Mezger has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • With his extensive experience as a global technology executive, Mezger is enthusiastic about the opportunity to help drive team excellence.
  • Mezger previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Anuvu since 2019, where he was responsible for finance, people services, legal, supply chain and information technology.
  • Before that, he held several other leadership roles, including President and Chief Executive Officer at CMTSU Liquidation (formerly known as Ciber), Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Ciber and Vice President of Technology Services at Hewlett Packard Company.

Hotel Association of Los Angeles Appoints Jackie Filla As New President and CEO

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) announced today that Dr. Jackie Filla has been appointed the new President and CEO of the organization.

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  • The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) announced today that Dr. Jackie Filla has been appointed the new President and CEO of the organization.
  • A seasoned leader with a rich and diverse professional background, Jackie will succeed Heather Rozman and will assume the role on March 25, 2024.
  • She recently served as a Research Director in the Office of Los Angeles County’s CEO and was a long-serving L.A. City Commission President under Mayors Eric Garcetti and Karen Bass.
  • Dr. Filla received a BA from California State University, Fullerton; an MA from University of California, Riverside; and a PhD from University of California, Riverside.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar Presents FarmSense Co-Founder, Dr. Eamonn Keogh, with 2024 SFI St. Patrick's Day Science Medal

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FarmSense proudly announces that co-founder and distinguished professor at the University of California, Riverside, Dr. Eamonn Keogh, has been named recipient of the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) 2024 St. Patrick's Day Science Medal Award. A ceremony was held in Washington D.C., where Taoiseach Leo Varadkar presented Dr. Keogh with the award to recognize his immense contributions to research and innovation in academia.

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  • The SFI St. Patrick's Day Science Medal Award for Academia is bestowed annually "to a distinguished scientist, engineer, or technology leader living and working in the USA with strong Irish connections" [ Ref ].
  • "I am honored to accept the 2024 SFI St. Patrick's Day Science Medal for my work on data mining and computational entomology," said Keogh.
  • In addition to the award in academia, SFI also presents a second medal to a leader in the industry category.
  • This award recognizes their outstanding success in data mining and agri-food," said Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, upon presenting the award recipients.

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Its Newest Community, in Riverside, California

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest community, Argento at Citrine, in Riverside, California’s highly desirable Orangecrest neighborhood.

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  • KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest community, Argento at Citrine, in Riverside, California’s highly desirable Orangecrest neighborhood.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240223199661/en/
    KB Home announces the grand opening of its newest community, Argento at Citrine, in Riverside, California’s highly desirable Orangecrest neighborhood.
  • Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same.
  • KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments.

GSI Technology Teams Up with UC Riverside to Supercharge AI and High Performance Computing with Gemini APU

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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The Gemini APU’s compute-in-memory design offers an optimal remedy for the “AI bottleneck” dataflow issue, significantly increasing both performance and memory capacity for a host of cutting-edge applications.

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  • The Gemini APU’s compute-in-memory design offers an optimal remedy for the “AI bottleneck” dataflow issue, significantly increasing both performance and memory capacity for a host of cutting-edge applications.
  • The architecture inherently boasts substantial memory bandwidth making it ideally poised to elevate performance and memory capacity for AI and High Performance Computing.
  • In Professor Sadredini, GSI Technology now has yet another amazing researcher at a top-tier university who is doing important work with the Gemini APU.
  • “I’m extremely excited to collaborate with GSI Technology as we work to bridge the gap between theoretical and practical application and innovations,” said Sadredini.

Lean Solutions Group Welcomes Jeff Aldaz as Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a nearshore and offshore services provider, is pleased to announce Jeff Aldaz has joined as its chief operating officer.

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  • CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a nearshore and offshore services provider, is pleased to announce Jeff Aldaz has joined as its chief operating officer.
  • "As a strong leader with a proven track record of planning, executing, and governing operational activities in global environments, I look forward to my new role as chief operating officer at Lean Solutions Group," Aldaz said.
  • Prior to his position with Lean Solutions Group, Aldaz was the senior vice president of Global Business Services at Alorica and previously held senior leadership positions at Ingram Micro, SYNNEX, and Mi Pueblo Foods.
  • "Jeff's global expertise in optimizing operations, liaising with stakeholders, and building results-driven teams is a winning combination for Lean Solutions Group," said Robert Cadena, CEO.

BURST Oral Care Announces Sponsorship of the UCLA Men's Basketball NIL Collective for 2023-2024 Season

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exciting collaboration set to redefine oral care in the sports arena, BURST Oral Care proudly announces its partnership with Men of Westwood, the dynamic NIL collective for the UCLA Bruins Men's Basketball team.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exciting collaboration set to redefine oral care in the sports arena, BURST Oral Care proudly announces its partnership with Men of Westwood, the dynamic NIL collective for the UCLA Bruins Men's Basketball team.
  • With student athletes dedicated to peak condition through nutrition, fitness, and recovery methods, BURST is excited to mirror this enthusiasm in the players' oral care routines.
  • With an unwavering commitment to providing superior oral care products, BURST is teaming up with the Men of Westwood to empower student athletes with cutting-edge tools and education.
  • Additionally, BURST will unveil charitable initiatives, further underscoring the company's dedication to providing high-quality, affordable oral care products and education for all.

FAMILIA GONZÁLEZ REYNOSO FOUNDATION AWARDS OVER $200,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO EMPOWER THE FUTURE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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"These scholarships, a testament to our commitment to the community, were presented to talented and dedicated students who have shown remarkable promise in their academic journey," said Estela Ortiz González, president of the Familia González Reynoso Foundation.

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  • "These scholarships, a testament to our commitment to the community, were presented to talented and dedicated students who have shown remarkable promise in their academic journey," said Estela Ortiz González, president of the Familia González Reynoso Foundation.
  • "Northgate González Market and the Familia González Reynoso Foundation firmly believe that investing in education is a pathway to empower individuals and uplift communities."
  • Over the years, Northgate Market and the Familia González Reynoso Foundation have collectively contributed more than $2 million in scholarships and community donations.
  • Through these initiatives, Northgate González Market and the Familia González Reynoso Foundation remain steadfast in their dedication to fostering educational opportunities and creating a brighter future for deserving students in Southern California.

Kat Shepherd Wins SCORE's 2023 Conductor Field Leadership Award For Outstanding Volunteer Service

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SCORE , a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, has named Kat Shepherd of Moreno Valley, Calif. the winner of its 2023 Conductor Field Leadership Award for her outstanding service, dedication and contributions to the nonprofit organization and its mission.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SCORE , a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, has named Kat Shepherd of Moreno Valley, Calif. the winner of its 2023 Conductor Field Leadership Award for her outstanding service, dedication and contributions to the nonprofit organization and its mission.
  • An entrepreneur herself with more than 30 years of experience, Shepherd launched her business in 1997 and provides website design, lead generation and digital marketing services to clients including Fortune 500 companies.
  • "Kat Shepherd truly understands the value of engaging her fellow volunteers and leaders to work together.
  • We are grateful for her leadership and are proud to honor her as our 2023 Conductor Field Leadership Award winner," said Bridget Weston, CEO of SCORE.

IEHP welcomes Healthcare Scholarship Fund recipients

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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And in a full-circle moment, Botros once again has the heart of IEHP watching over him — this time in the form of a scholarship through the not-for-profit health organization's Healthcare Scholarship Fund.

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  • And in a full-circle moment, Botros once again has the heart of IEHP watching over him — this time in the form of a scholarship through the not-for-profit health organization's Healthcare Scholarship Fund.
  • Along with Botros, this year's awardees join more than 100 scholarship recipients already in their respective career field studies.
  • Each scholar received messages of encouragement and tips of the trade from IEHP leaders, including IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton.
  • In the meantime, IEHP will support HSF recipients throughout their academic journey by providing a helping hand whenever the need arises.