Author: Verdin Team

SLO County Recognizes Local Agricultural Workers

SLO County Recognizes Local Agricultural Workers We are lucky to live in a place as bountiful as California’s Central Coast. But of course, we know the fruits, vegetables and wine grapes that make up a staple of our region’s economy don’t grow themselves.Agriculture in San Luis Obispo County thrives through the hands-on care of thousands […]

Action Hero: Youth Focus Africa Foundation

Action Hero: Youth Focus Africa Foundation Youth Focus Africa Foundation (YOFAFO) is a Uganda-based non-profit organization that empowers women and children through education, health and microfinance programs. Founded in 2005, YOFAFO works in partnership with three communities in Uganda to build strong foundations of trust, community involvement and accountability. The Central Coast plays a part […]

Why Strategy and Design Are BFFs in the World of Marketing

Why Strategy and Design Are BFFs in the World of Marketing by: Ashlee Akers, VP/Client Services, and Megan Condict, Art Director Imagine a world… …in which an account manager sits down, holds a brilliantly inspired brainstorm, develops a plan that’s spot-on to achieve a client’s goals, writes an awesome headline… and then assigns the headline […]

Arroyo Grande—Where Craft Meets Class on the Central Coast

Arroyo Grande—Where Craft Meets Class on the Central Coast by: Kaitlyn Hoyer Arroyo Grande is a city in California located on California’s Central Coast. Just outside of major tourist attractions such as Pismo Beach and Oceano Dunes, Arroyo Grande’s slower pace has much to offer visitors who seek adventure and relaxation. However, due to its […]

It’s Tax Season, and Here’s a Financial Planner’s Advice

It’s Tax Season, and Here’s a Financial Planner’s Advice We reached out to Ryan Olson, certified financial planner and wealth manager, to learn what people should consider before this year’s tax filing deadline… and the rest of the year.What should business owners and individuals do before the tax filing deadline hits?Contribute to your IRA for […]

Utility and Art: Designing Public Art with a Purpose

Utility and Art: Designing Public Art with a Purpose by: Chris Taylor, Graphic Designer “SLO Box Art is a streetscape showcase for talented local artists and community members to transform standard utility boxes into new public artworks, adding to the vibrancy of our cityscape while creating a sense of place and identity.” – City of […]

Nonprofit Spotlight: Tolosa Children’s Dental Center

Nonprofit Spotlight: Tolosa Children’s Dental Center Last year, we shared about Tolosa Children’s Dental Center during Children’s Dental Health Month in February.Dental care for children remains a major unmet health need all year round. Dental checkups and oral health education in a child’s early years are critical for preventing tooth decay, that can lead to […]

Boost the reach and results of your annual report!

Boost the reach and results of your annual report! Annual reports are a key method of sharing success, showing business growth and demonstrating to donors their dollars are being well spent.Important as they are, it’s frustrating to imagine that after all the time and effort you put into sifting through data, capturing stories and gathering […]