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Women founders and investors are invited to join Stella Foundation's 11th Annual Women’s Venture Summit (WVS). WVS is more than a conference – it is a movement aimed at bridging the persistent gap between female founders and investors. The summit features a dynamic agenda filled with transformative workshops, insightful panels, and the much-anticipated pitch competition. Since its inception, WVS has facilitated over $200 million in fundraising for women-led companies, becoming a crucial catalyst for change in the entrepreneurial landscape. This year’s summit is a cornerstone event in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and will spotlight two trailblazing leaders, Elizabeth Gore, Co-Founder of Hello Alice and Sylvia Kwan, Chief Investment Officer at Ellevest, alongside other industry powerhouses like Betsey DeVries, SBA Associate Administrator for Investment and Innovation, Kelly Ann Winget, Founder & CEO of Alternative Wealth Partners, and Lolita Taub, General Partner at Ganas Ventures. WVS is designed for aspiring women investors, seasoned founders, and community partners who are committed to advancing the role of women in the entrepreneurial world. The three-day summit will: - Commence with a Fireside Chat featuring Silvia Mah, PhD, Founder & Chairwoman of Stella, and Lolita Taub, General Partner at Ganas Ventures. - Feature panel discussions and workshops will cover a range of critical topics, including Personal Finance Best Practices for Early-Stage Founders, How to Support Your Founders Beyond the Check, Structuring Funds: Mapping Out Your Thesis, Strategy, and Financials 101, Breaking Into VC and Angel Investing, and Funding Beyond VC: Exploring Alternative Financing Options. - Conclude with a closing keynote by Elizabeth Gore of Hello Alice, a platform empowering small business owners, that will highlight the recent lawsuit victory and its implications for the entrepreneurial community. This year’s summit also marks the 10th Annual Women’s Fast Pitch, a premier national competition that shines a spotlight on innovative women-led ventures. Six exceptional finalists, selected from a competitive pool of 25 founders, will vie for over $50K in grants, investments, and in-kind services. To view the full agenda, for more information and to secure your spot at this transformative event, visit https://www.womensventuresummit.org/.

The plan does not have a concrete plan for how to fund the dramatic changes it intends.

The House has passed legislation that would make sweeping changes to voter registration, including requiring those signing up to present documents proving U.S. citizenship.

Damaging winds gusting between 55 and 70 mph are creating "critical" fire risks across LA and Ventura counties through Wednesday, officials say. Evacuation orders are expected to rise again.

Conference featuring 30+ champion keynotes, speakers, and panelists from Click Up, Comic-Con, Goodwill, Padres, Petco, PNC Bank, Oracle, Qualcomm and many more within four content-rich educational tracks covering branding, strategy, customer experience, new technologies and more. American Marketing Association (AMA) San Diego Chapter is now accepting registrations for its The Art of Marketing: Marketing Superheroes set for Friday, October 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PDT in the Knauss Center of Business Education at University of San Diego. Early-bird conference tickets – offering a 50% discount – are available through August 15 only. Reserve tickets here. The Art of Marketing: Marketing Superheroes Conference will feature 30+ keynotes and speakers, and panels designed to provide marketing professionals with inspiration, insights and creative ways to forge new strategies and skills required to combat the evil forces of over saturation, overconsumption, overwhelm, tech overload, and marginalization. Attendees have their choice of sessions from four accelerated marketing education tracks: The Evangelist The Specialist The Technologist The Strategist The Art of Marketing keynote speakers include: • David Glanzer, Chief Communication & Strategy Officer, San Diego Comic Convention • Mark Lopez, Chief Experience Officer, Show Imaging • Melissa Rosenthal, Board of Advisors, Former Chief Creative Officer, Click Up Other conference speakers and panelists include, but are not limited to: The Evangelist Track • Chad Frederick Gilbert, VP, Content Marketing, NP Digital (moderator) • Travis Lamprecht, VP Brand, San Diego FC, • Kendra Rudd-Gloster, Influencer Relations Manager, Rare Beauty • Erika Ulring, Associate Director, Marketing & Communications, San Diego Museum of Art The Specialist Track • Darlene Cossio, Director, Marketing & Communications, Goodwill (moderator) • Carlos Delgado, Sr. Media Relations & Public Information Officer, Rady Children’s Hospital • Silvia Mah, CEO, She Invests! • Teresa Ruiz, Founder, Dream Catch Consulting The Technologist Track • Jod Kaftan, Head of Product Design & Research, Oracle • Di Le, AI Ethicist/HCAI Strategist, Service Now • Brandon Ratliff, Director, MarTech, Qualcomm The Strategist Track • Valerie Attisha, VP, Client and Community Services, PNC Bank • Christopher Connolly, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer, Padres • Mike Frankel, SVP, Marketing Strategy and Planning, Petco • Anetra Henry, Senior Director Strategic Initiatives, Institute for Public Relations Zachary Senvisky, San Diego AMA President and Director of Growth, Compass Digital, says, “In today's competitive market, having the right strategies and tools is essential for success. The Art of Marketing conference offers a comprehensive program that covers critical areas of marketing, from branding to technology. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and practical solutions that can be immediately applied to their work, helping them stay ahead in the industry." Darlene Cossio, AMA Art of Marketing Co-Chair and Director, Marketing & Communications, Goodwill, says, “We have an incredible line-up of San Diego marketer superheroes who have been on the frontlines of branding and customer experience, to public relations and digital marketing. It’s a not-to-be-missed conference for those who want to advance their marketing careers and network with some of the most talented marketing professionals in region.” Sara Storm, AMA Art of Marketing Co-Chair and Product Marketing Director, says, “This conference will appeal to marketers on the corporate and agency sides across San Diego and throughout Southern California. The keynotes and tracks provide a comprehensive program within one productive day on the beautiful USD campus and the Knauss Center of Business Education. Conference attendees will leave informed, inspired, and armed with new real-world solutions.” The 2024 Art of Marketing conference sponsors include: • Knauss School of Business, University of San Diego (presenting sponsor) • Causal IQ • Clearpoint Agency • Digitopia • Downtown Works • Messina Agency • Weir Interactive • Nexxen • Punch Bowl Social • Selfie Here Photo Booths Learn about ways to increase your brand awareness through the conference’s sponsorship opportunities. About American Marketing Association San Diego San Diego AMA is comprised of mid to senior-level high-performing marketers serious about furthering the art of marketing and their careers. It is a source for education and networking, providing information, resources, and valuable connections in an approachable environment where personal development goals can be achieved. Visit www.sdama.org.

After 12 years as president and CEO, San Diego's former mayor Jerry Sanders will step down from those roles at the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce at the end of the year, it was announced Monday.

The auto industry has built a North American supply chain that ping-pongs parts between the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Tariffs of 25%, if actually imposed, would be costly for buyers and the industry.

San Diego singer/songwriter Sara Petite returns to the Kensington Club on Friday September 20th with her “Americana Roundup” show. Sara Petite, a 10 time San Diego Music Award winner and prolific singer/songwriter with 7 released albums, hosts “Sara Petite’s Americana Roundup” - an evening of music, mirth and merriment. Showcasing Sara’s band and including a number of guest singers and performers from the San Diego area, this evening promises a special treat by featuring renowned singer/songwriter John Eddie. John Eddie is a skilled vocalist, composer, and energetic live act, who has also ventured into writing and producing for movies and television (Agent Elvis, Netflix). Eddie has gained a loyal audience with his captivating live shows and sincere lyrics that are filled with honest, real-life experiences, clever humor, and reflections on life, love, and everything in between. After his debut album on Lost Highway, Who the Hell is John Eddie?, Eddie relocated to Nashville, where his music was recognized and recorded by notable artists such as Brantley Gilbert, Keith Urban, Kid Rock, and Sammy Hagar. As a traveling musician, Eddie has shared the stage with Bruce Springsteen, Miranda Lambert, Bob Seger, John Mayer, and many more. Bruce quickly became a fan and has supported John's career from the start, even performing with him on stage over the years. Sara Petite is a headlining Outlaw Country performer whose music transcends the genre's boundaries. Sara has built an award-winning career with songs that draw from both the rock & roll roadhouse as they do the honky-tonk. Born and raised in the countryside of Sumner, Washington, her rural youth helped shaped her songwriting, which often incorporates pedal steel guitar, fiddle, banjo, and mandolin. Hers is a raw, rough-edged version of American roots music, delivered by a five-time International Songwriting Competition finalist who's spent nearly two decades calling her own shots. Sara has no interest in chasing trends. She's too busy chasing the muse instead, performing on both sides of the Atlantic, and earning a wide range of accolades — including Top 40 success on the Americana charts and international airplay. Americana Roundup September 20th, 2024 8 p.m. (doors 7:20 p.m.) Kensington Club 4079 Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sara-petites-americana-roundup-featuring-john-eddie-tickets-956783464097?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Sara Petite on Instagram and Facebook

A famous Palestinian-owned bookstore in East Jerusalem was raided by Israeli police, stoking fears of increased censorship.

Agencies from Social Security to the IRS store sensitive data on millions of Americans. Here's what the government knows about us – and what's at risk as DOGE seeks access to the data.