California State University, Long Beach

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

"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.

The Dominguez Firm Congratulates Our Fall 2023 Scholarship Winners

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dominguez Firm, a nationally recognized personal injury law firm, is thrilled to announce the winners of its Collegiate and Legal Scholarships for the Fall of 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dominguez Firm, a nationally recognized personal injury law firm, is thrilled to announce the winners of its Collegiate and Legal Scholarships for the Fall of 2023.
  • "With the incredible help of this scholarship, I can step towards a career centered in holistic advocacy for my community.
  • Attorney J.J. Dominguez, the Founder and CEO of The Dominguez Firm, is committed to providing quality legal representation for all members of the community and advocating for justice.
  • The Dominguez Firm is a powerhouse personal injury law firm that has been helping clients for over 30 years.

New Appointments Expand Strategic Capability and Reach of the CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County Board of Directors

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Friday, August 11, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 11th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLAOC) today announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors. This expansion and formalization of the organization's non-profit board will allow CLAOC to further scale its work and increase its impact as a force to build a thriving OC for all by developing skilled talent ready to take on innovation jobs.

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  • CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLAOC) today announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors.
  • IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 11th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County (CLAOC) today announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors.
  • The five incoming board members are:
    Darryl Button, President and CEO, Pacific Life Insurance Company – Named CEO in 2022, Darryl joined Pacific Life in 2017 as executive vice president and CFO.
  • "Welcome to our new board members," says Annette Walker, President, City of Hope, and CLAOC Board of Directors.

Biocom California Appoints Dan Gober as Executive Director of its Los Angeles Office

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Biocom California, the association representing the California life science industry, today announced the appointment of Dan Gober as the organization’s executive director of its Los Angeles office.

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  • Biocom California, the association representing the California life science industry, today announced the appointment of Dan Gober as the organization’s executive director of its Los Angeles office.
  • Mr. Gober will be responsible for developing and executing initiatives that promote the success of programs, benefits and advocacy for the industry in the Los Angeles region.
  • “Dan has an outstanding track record in the life science industry that will enable him to lead Biocom California’s Los Angeles team and contribute to a rapidly growing life science sector,” said Miguel Motta, vice president of strategic operations for Biocom California.
  • “Los Angeles is rapidly gaining attention as a premier life science hub poised for rapid growth,” said Mr. Gober.

CHLA Hospitality Foundation Awards $164,000 in College Scholarships

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Monday, July 10, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation announced today it has awarded $164,000 in scholarships to 53 students to pursue hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts degrees at 12 California colleges.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation announced today it has awarded $164,000 in scholarships to 53 students to pursue hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts degrees at 12 California colleges.
  • Winners of the coveted scholarships will be celebrated at the Hospitality Foundation's annual gala on Nov. 2, 2023 at the Parc 55 San Francisco, a Hilton Hotel.
  • This year's award recipients include students from San Diego State University, University of San Francisco, San Jose State, Cal Poly Pomona, California State University, Monterey Bay, City College of San Francisco, San Francisco State University, California State University Long Beach, and California State University East Bay, Monterey Peninsula College and Sacramento State University.
  • CHLAHF's scholarship committee, comprised of hospitality professionals, reviewed each application, selecting the honorees based on their grade point average, declaration to pursue a hospitality degree and dedicated hospitality work experience.

iQ Academy of California – LA students to Celebrate Class of 2023 Commencement

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Friday, June 9, 2023

The students at iQ Academy of California – Los Angeles ( iQLA ), an online public school serving K-12 students throughout the state, will celebrate its graduates with an in-person commencement ceremony this Monday.

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  • The students at iQ Academy of California – Los Angeles ( iQLA ), an online public school serving K-12 students throughout the state, will celebrate its graduates with an in-person commencement ceremony this Monday.
  • Details for the graduation can be found below or on iQLA’s Facebook page .
  • iQLA is proud to graduate approximately 105 students this year.
  • Students at iQLA have reported they will attend Universities, Colleges, community colleges in their area, vocational education programs, as well as joining branches of the military.

New Program Elevates Latino Voices in Energy Conversation

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Levanta Tu Voz will lay bare what many of California’s Latinos already know: while policymakers say they are speaking for the Latino community, they aren’t really listening.

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  • Levanta Tu Voz will lay bare what many of California’s Latinos already know: while policymakers say they are speaking for the Latino community, they aren’t really listening.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230515005887/en/
    “This effort will elevate and give voice to Latinos who are often ignored in our state’s public discourse on energy policy.
  • “There is more than one point of view when it comes to energy policy in California, Latinos are a diverse community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
  • “When I was approached to speak and offer my point of view, I had been watching how state leaders spoke of energy issues facing California.

TSI CEO Tiana Sanchez to speak at California HR Conference May 8-10 2023 in Long Beach California

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Monday, May 8, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As TSI CEO/Founder, Executive Coach, Number 1 Bestselling Author and leadership and development thought leader, Tiana Sanchez will be speaking to Human Resources professionals at the California HR Conference this week (May 8-10, 2023) at the Long Beach Entertainment and Convention Center. As part of the Specialty Track: Executive Leadership, Sanchez will lead an interactive discussion session called: "The Undefeatable Leader: a Fluid Conversation on Leading People After a Crisis" on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 1:30-2:30pm PST in Room 104 B.

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  • TSI CEO and Speaker Tiana Sanchez is leading a Specialty Track: Executive Leadership discussion at the California HR Conference this week (May 8-10, 2023) in Long Beach, California, that is being hosted by PIHRA (Professionals In Human Resources Association).
  • LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As TSI CEO/Founder, Executive Coach, Number 1 Bestselling Author and leadership and development thought leader, Tiana Sanchez will be speaking to Human Resources professionals at the California HR Conference this week (May 8-10, 2023) at the Long Beach Entertainment and Convention Center.
  • Based on 12+ years as an organizational development company CEO, Sanchez's CA HR 2023 session will include an important discussion on how crisis affects leaders during and after a major disturbance.
  • Her TSI (Tiana Sanchez International)'s public and private sector corporate training and development client list includes Sony Pictures, BMW, Mercedes Benz, and California State University Long Beach.

Creative Minds Compete at the Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

On May 5, the Sunstone CSU Startup Competition will do just that at San José State University.

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  • On May 5, the Sunstone CSU Startup Competition will do just that at San José State University.
  • Hosted by the SJSU SpartUp Program, this is the second year of the Sunstone Startup Competition.
  • “The Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition is just one example of how the Sunstone Community Fund is making an impact in the California startup ecosystem.
  • There will be teams from CSU Dominguez Hills, Cal State East Bay, Fresno State, CSU Fullerton, Cal Poly Humboldt, CSU Long Beach, Cal State Los Angeles, CSU Monterey Bay, CSU Northridge, Cal Poly Pomona, Sacramento State, CSU San Bernardino, San Diego State, San Francisco State, San Jose State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CSU San Marcos, and Sonoma State.

Christina Sawyer joins Adeia as Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adeia Inc. (Nasdaq: ADEA), today announced that Christina Sawyer joined Adeia as the company’s chief people officer on Monday, April 17, 2023.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adeia Inc. (Nasdaq: ADEA), today announced that Christina Sawyer joined Adeia as the company’s chief people officer on Monday, April 17, 2023.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Christina to Adeia as our chief people officer.
  • Sawyer joins Adeia from Electronic Arts, where she was most recently vice president of integrated operations.
  • Sawyer received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University Long Beach and is a former C.P.A.