Jim Copeland, San Luis Obispo business leader and French Hospital supporter, dies at 80
Jim Copeland, a San Luis Obispo entrepreneur, developer and philanthropist who co-founded a national sporting goods retail chain, died April 25 at the age of 80. Copeland was born in Berkeley and his family moved to the Central Coast when he was a child, according to his Legacy.com obituary. He graduated from San Luis Obispo Read More →
Developments reshaping downtown San Luis Obispo
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Dignity Health investment in Central Coast paying off
During the past five years, Dignity Health has made methodical moves to bolster the healthcare system in North Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. That strategy has paid off in improved patient care and better facilities. Now health care is emerging as an industry that attracts talent and capital. It’s an industry that has Read More →
French Hospital Medical Center unveils educational facility
French Hospital Medical Center has taken the wraps off an 18,000-square-foot health and education facility it hopes will forge closer ties between the hospital and higher education in San Luis Obispo. With about 200 business and community leaders standing by, CEO Alan Iftinik unveiled the Copeland Health Education Pavilion. Iftinik said the building, which Read More →
Cal Poly leases housing for student entrepreneurs
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On the fast track: Ex-Copelands execs power up LeftLaneSports
A San Luis Obispo-based outdoor gear startup has made its first acquisition, buying up a rival online retailer.
