San Diego Business Journal’s Post

✨NEWS SPOTLIGHT✨: “Jewish Family Service San Diego CEO Retiring” Michael Hopkins, the CEO of Jewish Family Service of San Diego is retiring next year after 13 years of leading the organization. During his tenure, the organization grew substantially and implemented innovative programs, significantly impacting the community. The Board President, Deborah Bucksbaum Maio, praised Hopkins for his unwavering commitment and bold vision. The CEO designate, Dana Toppel, will take over after Hopkins's retirement. Under Hopkins's leadership, the organization responded to the COVID-19 crisis and expanded critical services for the community. As he looks toward retirement, Hopkins hopes that JFS will remain a vital agency for years. 👇To learn more about this story👇 https://lnkd.in/gWe54qXs

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✨ NEWS SPOTLIGHT ✨ : "Omni San Diego Completes $30M Renovations" The Omni San Diego Hotel underwent a $30 million renovation with a baseball theme to celebrate its proximity to Petco Park and connection to the San Diego Padres. The hotel now features a new restaurant, Ace Porter, and a revamped Tortuga pool bar and terrace. The 511 guest rooms were completely renovated, and the hotel's design now reflects the Padres' colors and baseball memorabilia. General Manager Charles Cho described the renovation as an "extreme transformation," attracting around 300,000 business/leisure travelers annually. 👇 To learn more about this incredible renovation 👇 https://lnkd.in/gCPe-Vsu

Congratulations to SDBJ's 2024 CEO of the Year Award Winners! https://lnkd.in/gzWgxTia #SDBJ #CEO #YearAwards

✨ NEWS SPOTLIGHT ✨ : "Jimbo's Expanding Local Footprint with 2 New Locations" Jimbo's grocery stores have seen significant growth in recent years, planning to expand into two new locations by 2027. The company has invested over $2.6 million in local produce from 30 farms, showing its commitment to supporting the local economy. Jimbo's has stayed true to its mission by sourcing high-quality organic and natural foods and being involved in the community. Organic farming practices are meant to improve soil and water quality and provide safe environments for farm animals. A survey showed that many Americans believe organic food is more nutritious and limits exposure to pesticides or fertilizers. Additionally, Jimbo's has been instrumental in supporting and launching local natural consumer goods companies. To learn more about this expansion subscribe to SDBJ 👇 https://lnkd.in/gnSKT7Mv

Celebrate Pride at The Studio Door supporting LGBTQ artists and Pride's 2024 Larry T. Baza Arts & Culture Awardee. Join us in honoring creativity and diversity! #ArtGallery #ArtistStudios #HillcrestCommunity #SupportLocalArt #LGBTOwned   Website & Socials TheStudioDoor.com IG: @TheStudioDoor FB: @TheStudioDoor

🌟 Celebrating Exceptional Leadership at the 2024 CEO of the Year Awards 🌟 The San Diego Business Journal "CEO of the Year Awards" brought together some of the most inspiring leaders in our community. As the event kicked off, we engaged with attendees to capture their thoughts on what makes a great CEO. Here's what some of the leaders and attendees had to say: "A great CEO cares deeply about their employees and clients, getting to know them on a personal level." — Ashley Hayslip of Enterprise Bank & Trust "It's an honor to be here, it feels good to get recognition for the hard work our team has done." — Shaun Savage of GoShare "Empathy, quick decision-making, and strong communication are essential traits." — Joe Earle of C3 Risk & Insurance Services "A good CEO will empower their team to really make a difference in their community." — Julie E. Moore of Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank "It's such a huge honor to be in such an esteemed group of CEOs" — Diane Ferraro of Save the Storks "Leaders should be servant leaders, dedicated to both their teams and their communities." — Joe Mundi of Synoptek "[CEOs] are great at marshaling their team and bringing out their strengths, and what they care most about is making their community a better place." — Alan Prohaska of PNC "When we show up, we show up as a team, because we firmly believe in supporting community, and supporting leaders in our community." — Valerie Attisha of PNC "Great leaders have to see the future as if it has already happened." — Dr. Francisco Valle "When you work for someone with strong values and qualities, you're drawn to them, you're drawn to their organization". — Jonathan Benet of C3 Risk & Insurance Services The evening was filled with recognition and appreciation for the hard work and dedication of these outstanding leaders. It was an honor to hear from those who lead with vision, humility, and a commitment to making our community a better place. We are proud to share the highlights from this memorable event. Watch the sizzle video to see the impactful moments and hear more insights from the attendees. 🎥👇 Production & Media Support by TAVO Media Group #SDBJ #CEOoftheYear #Leadership #Community #SanDiegoBusiness #ServantLeadership #TAVOMediaGroup #Recognition #Inspiration #Empathy #Teamwork #BusinessExcellence