California Business
Author Karin Kiser Launches ‘Before the Camino’ to Prepare New and Returning Pilgrims to Walk the Camino de Santiago
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Camino Chronicles Press and Karin Kiser today announced the release of “Before the Camino: Your Pocket Guide to Prepare Your Body and Mind for the Camino de Santiago.” While most Camino guidebooks focus on logistics, Kiser takes a new approach in this comprehensive guide, addressing the deeper issues that compel people from all walks of life to the Camino de Santiago….
Eagle Scout Who Saved Family Home from Palisades Fire Honored by MAGLITE with its Maglite-Tough Civilian Hero Award
ONTARIO, Calif. — With flames bearing down on their home from the catastrophic Palisades fire, Andrew Grinsfelder found no water coming to their house to save it from destruction. Disregarding his safety, he and his mother went through their neighborhood to assist others. For these acts, he has been recognized with the Maglite-Tough Civilian Hero Award….
Pioneering Entrepreneur’s Groundbreaking Book Reveals New Path To Extraordinary Leadership Through Servant-First Mindset
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — “The Self•ish Servant: Inspirational Lessons from a Visionary CEO to Create Extra-Ordinary Life” (ISBN: 978-1964377537 [ebook]; 978-1964377520 [paperback]; 978-1964377544 [hardcover] Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), chronicles the remarkable journey of Antonio McBroom from rural North Carolina to award-winning CEO, presenting an innovative framework for leadership that combines self-development with servant leadership principles….
ShelfLife, Alex Strathdee Launch ‘Before The Bestseller: Your Proven Path to Book Sales Without Wasting Time & Money’
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — ShelfLife (GetShelfLife.com) and author Alex Strathdee today announced the release of “Before The Bestseller: Your Proven Path to Book Sales Without Wasting Time & Money,” the ultimate playbook for nonfiction authors seeking to boost book sales, build an audience, and create a bestseller that never stops selling. This book pulls back the curtain on how the top authors of today such as James Clear of “Atomic Habits” sold over 20 Million copies….
Ethical Traveler Announces 2025’s ‘Ten Best Ethical Destinations’ Awards
BERKELEY, Calif. — Every year, California-based Ethical Traveler reviews the world’s developing nations for their commitment to human rights, social welfare, environmental protection, and animal welfare. The ten destinations showing the most impressive progress are honored with “Best Ethical Destinations” Awards. These worthy countries, many of which are island nations, stand to benefit greatly from our travel dollars….
Cloudvirga completes enhanced integration with ICE Mortgage Technology
IRVINE, Calif. — Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced Cloudvirga’s Horizon Retail POS integration using Encompass Partner Connect, the latest API framework for mortgage technology from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). This modern framework enables industry participants to integrate to ICE solutions and provide their services to loan originators and servicers through secure API-enabled technology….
Cal Poly Pomona’s Collins College Hosts Historic 26-Year Robert Mondavi Wine Vertical
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona recently hosted an extraordinary fundraising event featuring a complete 26-year vertical tasting of Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon spanning 1982-2007. The exceptional experience, hosted at the prestigious Jonathan Club in Los Angeles, celebrated the College’s long-standing relationship with the Mondavi family while offering guests a rare opportunity to appreciate California wine history through the lens of hospitality education….
MCT Introduces Atlas: Generative AI Advisor for Mortgage Capital Markets
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of Atlas, an artificial intelligence (AI) advisor now available within the MCTlive! platform. Atlas serves as a virtual capital markets expert and high-quality educational resource for MCT’s mortgage lender clients. With this launch, effective February 10, 2025, MCT continues its tradition of innovation in secondary marketing technology….
‘TEAM 28’ Documentary Shines Spotlight on Open-wheeled Modified Car Racing
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Multi-award-winning filmmaker David Wittkower is in the final lap of completing “TEAM 28,” a high-octane documentary that takes audiences deep into the world of short track racing. The film follows the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a dedicated grassroots team. “We are starting the editing process now,” Wittkower said, “but we’re looking to raise funds to finish the film.”…
Cloudvirga joins ACUMA to help credit unions elevate the member lending experience
IRVINE, Calif. — Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, has joined the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) as an affiliate member. Through its membership, Cloudvirga aims to support credit unions in delivering exceptional member lending experiences while improving efficiency through automation and intelligent workflow solutions….