Leucadia merchants assess next steps after fire destroys building
Julia Shapero
October 8, 2019
The cause of a fire that tore through four local businesses in Leucadia is still unknown, authorities said. By Oct. 8, the merchants had collectively raised more than $23,000 toward rebuilding.
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce announces hiring of new CEO
North Coast Current
September 6, 2019
The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce will bring aboard a 22-year city resident to helm the business group, the chamber announced. Roz Mancinelli will begin her job as the chamber’s new CEO on Sept. 10.
Carlsbad firm Vulcan Wireless to work with NASA on tech project
North Coast Current
August 1, 2019
Vulcan Wireless of Carlsbad will partner with NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, as part of the national space agency’s effort to return humans to the Moon, among other projects, NASA announced July 30.
Encinitas ALDI supermarket location opens June 27
North Coast Current
June 22, 2019
Supermarket chain ALDI is set to formally open its Encinitas store on June 27. The location is one of two launching this month in the San Diego region.
Encinitas Chamber CEO Gattinella announces retirement
North Coast Current
June 12, 2019
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Bob Gattinella announced his retirement in a note to the membership June 12.
Encinitas retail center sells to Carlsbad firm for $12.2 million
North Coast Current
June 7, 2019
El Camino Square, an Encinitas center home to longtime local eateries such as Chick’s Natural and Garden State Bagels, has been sold for $12.2 million, parties involved in the transaction recently announced. Carlsbad-based Capstone Advisors bought the property in late May.
Carlsbad new corporate hub for cannabis product firm Sunniva
North Coast Current
June 2, 2019
Carlsbad is set to become a new corporate location for Sunniva, a developer of cannabis products in Canada and California, the company announced May 31. The move from Vancouver to Carlsbad comes as the company sharpens focus on its California operations.
Encinitas-based cannabis platform BudTrader launches stock offering
North Coast Current
May 27, 2019
An Encinitas-based cannabis advertising and networking platform recently gave the green light for its call seeking new investors. BudTrader.com launched a Regulation Crowdfunding effort through Equifund CFP, it was announced May 23.
Encinitas builder Zephyr wins national marketing awards
North Coast Current
March 31, 2019
Encinitas-based builder Zephyr received several Nationals awards from the National Association of Home Builders in March, the company announced.
Carlsbad resident new VP at financing firm LendSpark
North Coast Current
March 31, 2019
Carlsbad resident Paul Cortez has been promoted to vice president of real estate at LendSpark, the company recently announced. Cortez will focus on developing the company's real estate loan and investment portfolio.
Encinitas firm CycloPure reports advance in water decontamination
North Coast Current
March 9, 2019
Encinitas-based firm CycloPure Inc. recently announced a significant advancement in its technology to remove manmade chemicals from contaminated water.
AutoNation’s BMW Encinitas earns J.D. Power service accolades
North Coast Current
March 9, 2019
BMW Encinitas is among 35 AutoNation car dealerships to receive certification in J.D. Power’s Dealer of Excellence Program, AutoNation announced March 7.
