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Affirmed Housing Celebrates Grand Opening of The Orchard at Hilltop in San Diego’s Chollas View Neighborhood

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Monday, February 13, 2023

“A severe shortage of affordable housing continues to plague so many of our hard-working residents. The Orchard at Hilltop is a great example of how to tackle our housing and homelessness crisis -- demonstrating what’s possible when we work with community-minded partners like Affirmed Housing,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria. “Not only have they delivered a beautiful complex that residents can be proud to call home; they have also revitalized an entire swath of land that paves way for new opportunities and new beginnings for many more San Diegans. This project raises the bar, and I look forward to seeing more thoughtful projects and approaches like this in the city’s future.”

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading affordable housing developer Affirmed Housing announces the grand opening of The Orchard at Hilltop, a mixed-use, urban infill development located in San Diego’s Chollas View neighborhood.
  • Situated across multiple parcels on Hilltop Drive, The Orchard at Hilltop delivers apartment homes for lower-income residents, as well as approximately 6,500 square feet of commercial space.
  • The Orchard at Hilltop is a great example of how to tackle our housing and homelessness crisis -- demonstrating what’s possible when we work with community-minded partners like Affirmed Housing,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria.
  • “The Western Alliance Affordable Housing Investments group is very pleased to play a role in bringing essential affordable housing to the Chollas View neighborhood,” said Philipp Smaczny, Senior Director of Affordable Housing Finance for Western Alliance Bank.

Screen Your Gut-Save Your Butt 5K Challenge Set for March 4

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Monday, February 20, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural Screen Your Gut-Save Your Butt 5K Challenge, sponsored by the CA Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4), will take place on Saturday, March 4, at Mission Bay Park in San Diego.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural Screen Your Gut-Save Your Butt 5K Challenge, sponsored by the CA Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4), will take place on Saturday, March 4, at Mission Bay Park in San Diego.
  • On March 4, 2023, San Diegans will participate in the inaugural Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt 5K Challenge in Mission Bay.
  • The event is to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, the 2nd deadliest form of cancer, and to promote its prevention and early detection.
  • Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt is sponsored by the CA Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4), a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to save lives and reduce suffering from colorectal cancer in all Californians.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Board of Trustees Welcomes Two New Members with Vast Technology and Healthcare Leadership Experience

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Board of Trustees has welcomed two new members to its ranks.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Board of Trustees has welcomed two new members to its ranks.
  • "We are honored to have Bryan Min and Jane Finley join our board of mission-led thought leaders," said Paul A. Baribault, president and chief executive officer of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
  • "Both Bryan and Jane bring decades worth of business leadership experience in their fields; as well as having strong ties to the San Diego community.
  • She is Past Chair and current board member of the Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties, and serves on the Board of Directors for the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation and Board of Directors for 2-1-1 San Diego.

NATHAN'S FAMOUS PROVIDES $5,000 DONATION TO SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK WITH HELP FROM PROFESSIONAL TWITCH STREAMERS

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

SMITHFIELD, Va., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2020, Nathan's Famous launched its Twitch gaming program, Nathan's Duos, to match gamers to play side-by-side and create genuine moments of connection through livestreaming events. In its continued efforts to bring people together, the program transformed from online livestreams to a three-part series of in-person events to give back locally this fall.

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  • "Due to the current economic climate, many San Diego families are working overtime to make ends meet and rely on the San Diego Food Bank to help provide food assistance," said Bethany Gurecki, senior brand manager for Nathan's Famous at Smithfield Foods.
  • "We're honored to be able to assist the food bank with its incredible work of providing nutritious food to those in need."
  • "I'm honored to be in a position to support the San Diego Food Bank and help spread the word," said Jordan Gilbert, known as n0thing on Twitch.
  • Through a combination of programs and partnerships with nearly 500 San Diego County nonprofits, the Food Bank acts as a central repository and distribution point for donated food.

Sycuan in Partnership with the Padres and National School District Donated 1,000 Free Turkeys to Families

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

NATIONAL CITY, Calif., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation in partnership with the San Diego Padres and the National School District donated 1,000 free turkeys to families living in National City.

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  • NATIONAL CITY, Calif., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation in partnership with the San Diego Padres and the National School District donated 1,000 free turkeys to families living in National City.
  • Families that received a turkey have a child that is currently enrolled at one of the 10 public schools within the National School District, Preschool Center, Integrity Charter School, Sweetwater High School, National City Middle School or Granger Junior High School.
  • "National School District strives to cultivate compassionate world citizens," affirmed Board President Maria Betancourt-Castaeda.
  • "As we begin the holiday season, the Padres are proud to have partnered with the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and the National School District to provide Thanksgiving turkeys for families in our community," said Erik Greupner, Padres CEO.

Affirmed Housing Celebrates Grand Opening of New, Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Carlsbad

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Monday, November 7, 2022

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the grand opening of Windsor Pointe, a new, sustainable and inclusive supportive housing development located at 3618 Harding St. and 965 Oak Ave. in Carlsbads Barrio neighborhood.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the grand opening of Windsor Pointe, a new, sustainable and inclusive supportive housing development located at 3618 Harding St. and 965 Oak Ave. in Carlsbads Barrio neighborhood.
  • An onsite ceremony was held to commemorate the developments grand opening and included special guests Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall and David Estrella, Director of Housing and Community Development Services for San Diego County.
  • Affirmed Housing is a leader in affordable, multifamily housing development, delivering safe, sustainable, high-quality communities for families, veterans, seniors and people experiencing homelessness.
  • Since 1992, Affirmed Housing has financed more than $2.8 billion in affordable and supportive development, with 5,800 units developed or under development in 70 communities.

Endeavor Bancorp Announces CFO Departure

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavor Bancorp (Bancorp) (OTC Pink:EDVR) today announced that Danna M. Murphy has resigned as Chief Financial Officer of Bancorp and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Endeavor Bank (Bank), effective November 15, 2022.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavor Bancorp (Bancorp) (OTC Pink:EDVR) today announced that Danna M. Murphy has resigned as Chief Financial Officer of Bancorp and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Endeavor Bank (Bank), effective November 15, 2022.
  • The Bank has initiated a search for the CFO position, which it expects to fill following Ms. Murphys departure.
  • Endeavor Bancorp, the holding company for Endeavor Bank, is primarily owned and operated by San Diegans for San Diego businesses and their owners.
  • Unique to the bank is its consultative banking approach that partners our business clients with Endeavor Banks senior management.

Endeavor Bank Welcomes Two New Members to Board of Directors

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Monday, October 31, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavor Bank (Bank) (OTC Pink:EDVR) has added Jillian Murrish and Bryan Min to its board of directors.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavor Bank (Bank) (OTC Pink:EDVR) has added Jillian Murrish and Bryan Min to its board of directors.
  • Its a pleasure to welcome Jillian and Bryan to our board of directors, said Endeavor CEO, Dan Yates.
  • Endeavor Banks other board members include Matt Rattner, Julie Dubick, James Ledwith, Lorne Polger, Vickie Turner and Christopher Woolley, as well as Yates and Endeavor Bank President, Steve Sefton.
  • Unique to the Bank is its consultative banking approach that partners our business clients with Endeavor Banks senior management.

Sunline Energy Wins Best Solar Energy Company Of 2022 Award

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Friday, October 28, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sunline Energy recently announced that the organization has been voted Best Solar Company Of 2022 by San Diego's favorite local publication, the San Diego Reader. The San Diego Reader Best Of 2022 Issue highlights a variety of industries and includes more than 350 categories in total. San Diegans vote for their favorite businesses, places, and people to choose a winner in each category. Sunline Energy ended up beating Baker Electric Home.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sunline Energy recently announced that the organization has been voted Best Solar Company Of 2022 by San Diego's favorite local publication, the San Diego Reader.
  • The San Diego Reader Best Of 2022 Issue highlights a variety of industries and includes more than 350 categories in total.
  • Energy to take home the prize for San Diego's Best Solar Company Of 2022.
  • With over 5,000 and counting satisfied solar customers, Sunline Energy is the #1 ranked solar company in San Diego , receiving more 5-Star Yelp reviews than any other solar installer in the area.

ESET's Brent McCarty Named Executive of the Year by San Diego Business Journal and Cyber Center of Excellence

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Monday, October 24, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ESET , a global leader in digital security, today announced that Brent McCarty, president of ESET North America, has been named Executive of the Year for the San Diego Business Journal and Cyber Center of Excellence's Cybersecurity Stewardship Awards.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ESET , a global leader in digital security, today announced that Brent McCarty, president of ESET North America, has been named Executive of the Year for the San Diego Business Journal and Cyber Center of Excellence's Cybersecurity Stewardship Awards.
  • Since he joined four years ago, McCarty has grown the ESET's stewardship in the San Diego region and increased the company's focus on diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • In the community, Brent and his team helped create and launch CCOE's Cybersecurity Awareness Program, donating employee cybersecurity awareness training free to local small businesses.
  • "I am honored to be recognized by the San Diego Business Journal and CCOE with this prestigious and important award," said McCarty.