Search results for

Naturally San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to stimulating growth and entrepreneurship amongst environmentally and socially-conscious consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies throughout San Diego County, is proud to announce the six finalists of its Third Annual Pitch Slam. On the evening of April 27, each finalist will go head-to-head in a competition-style broadcast of San Diego’s most promising group of natural products. Entrepreneurs will take the stage to pitch their emerging brands to a panel of industry-expert judges and local audience members, ultimately winning a suite of prizes from the local San Diego community to help propel their brand’s industry growth. The winner will also represent Naturally San Diego at Natural Products Expo East in September at the national Pitch Slam competition in Philadelphia. This year’s Naturally San Diego Pitch Slam finalists include: Brixy - Sustainable shower bars. Cien Chiles - Bold fixins (sauces) crafted with chiles. Iam(aranth) - Amaranth-based snack foods. Rationale Brewing - Non-alcoholic craft beer. Root And Splendor - 100% natural, non-toxic products for the body and home. Wynn’s Kitchen - Healthy, all-natural Asian condiments. Event Schedule: 4:00 PM: Doors Open 5:00 PM: Program Begins 5:15 PM: Pitches Begin 6:00 PM: Food and drink break while judges deliberate 6:20 PM: Winner, Runner Up and People's Choice announced! 7:00 PM: Head to the Pitch Slam After Party, at THE LOT “We’re thrilled to host our third annual Pitch Slam this year and honor some of the most exciting up-and-coming brands and entrepreneurs in the San Diego natural products industry,” said Kierstin Rielly, executive director of Naturally San Diego. “It’s more than just bragging rights and an incredible prize pack that our winners will come away with; it’s powerful exposure in a dedicated community of CPG experts, business owners, investors, consumers and more that will empower these founders and encourage our overall community.” Presented by Jimbo's...Naturally!, San Diego entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, marketers and publicists, foodies and residents alike are invited to attend Pitch Slam on Thursday, April 27 from 4-7:30 p.m. at Building 177 (2875 Dewey Rd) in Liberty Station. In addition to the Pitch Slam itself, attendees will be able to network in-person with 300+ of the natural-products community’s best and brightest, enjoy hosted hors d’oeuvres and drinks from local restaurants and brands, vote on the People’s Choice Award, and take home goodies in a swag bag from local, emerging natural products brands. Tickets for Pitch Slam can be purchased here.

Fallbrook has been home to some of the world’s top skateboarders, but the community doesn’t have a skate park yet. Work is underway on a new park catering to more than just skateboards.

Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank in the days after Hamas' attack on southern Israel.

Oklahoma Republicans blocked many of the proposals teachers rallied for in 2018. Now, amid record-breaking teacher shortages, the state's GOP is backing a slew of pro-labor bills.

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Bad Bunny's new album, the films Slotherhouse and Birth/Rebirth, and the game show Taskmaster.

The fair will run through July 4 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.

SeaWorld says a sick sea lion has been euthanized after he was rescued last year from wandering on busy San Diego thoroughfares.

Co-hosted by the Theatre Organ Society of San Diego The event will feature the artistry of Juan Cardona performing inventive renditions on the Wonder Morton Theatre Organ followed by the west coast premier of the Mel Brooks comedy “Silent Movie” complemented by live theatre organ and exact percussive effects promises to be a hysterical experience for all ages. Produced in1976, this hit show features an array of superstar cameos which create a non-stop laugh fest! Juan and his team will catch every nuance of the movement in real time creating a multi-orchestral, precise accompaniment to the film action. Connecticut native Juan Cardona began studying organ and piano at seven years old, which kicked off his education and career as a concert artist. Juan graduated under the guidance of Angela Salcedo with a degree in Fine Arts majoring in classical organ at the University of Connecticut while fine tuning his theatre organ skills with Jelani Eddington. Juan has concertized all throughout the east coast and south as well as holding the role of staff organist at the historic Thomaston Opera House and Bardavon Opera House in New York. Juan launched his silent film career at the Thomaston Opera house with his first full-length feature film being Academy Award-winning “Wings”, since then he has accompanied more than 30 silents, short comedies, and full-length features. He has scored “Phantom of the Opera,” “Robin Hood,” “The Beloved Rogue,” “Tell it to the Marines,” “Speedy,” “The General” and silent short comedies: “The Great Race,” “Big Business” and “One Week”. For five years now Juan has been featured artist for the Eastern Massachusetts chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society in their “Silents in the House” film series. Juan’s excellent artistry has earned him standing ovations and features as well as collaborations with notable artists such as Niel Sedaka and Tito Puento.

Kissinger dominated foreign policy as the United States extricated itself from Vietnam and broke down barriers with China.

China's president says success for the U.S. and China can be mutually beneficial. U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo says that the reality is a bit more complicated than that.