New Hires and Retail Expansion: Logistics Company Adds 375 Employees, Bargain Store to Open in Riverside

Geodis Expands Workforce for Holiday Season

Geodis, a leading logistics provider, is actively recruiting 375 seasonal workers in the Inland Empire to meet the demands of the upcoming holiday shopping season. The company is seeking temporary staff to work at its warehouses and distribution centers, with plans to hire a total of 4,600 seasonal employees across the region this year.

Seasonal positions include roles such as material handlers and equipment operators, offering both part-time (fewer than 30 hours per week) and full-time (more than 30 hours per week) opportunities. The hiring process is conducted virtually through Geodis’ career portal, which features an artificial intelligence assistant named Sophie. This AI tool helps applicants find available jobs, including warehouse operator and clerk receiver positions in Riverside and Bloomington. However, Sophie does not provide wage details, so interested candidates are encouraged to visit www.WorkAtGEODIS.com for more information.

GMD Stores Opens First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Southern California

GMD Stores has signed a 10-year lease for 10,000 square feet at the Canyon Springs shopping center in Riverside, marking its first physical retail location in Southern California. The space was previously occupied by Famous Footwear. While limited information is available about GMD, its website suggests it offers a range of products similar to those found at online retailers like Temu or dollar stores, including housewares, decor, and makeup.

The shopping center is home to several well-known retailers, including Target, Five Below, PetSmart, Chick-fil-A, and McDonald’s. Steve Liu, a representative from NAI Capital, described the location as ideal for GMD due to its high-traffic corridor and proximity to national retailers. No official opening date has been announced yet.

Drybar Expands Presence in Corona

Drybar, a popular salon known for its blowouts and hairstyles, recently opened a new location in Corona at 2540 Tuscany St., Suite 105. The local franchisee, Daisy Terrazas, owns five Drybar locations in Southern California, with three more set to open in West Covina and Claremont. Founded in 2010 in Brentwood, Drybar has built its reputation on styling services rather than haircuts, offering appointments for wash and blowout sessions that can last up to 90 minutes. Prices vary depending on the service, ranging from $35 for a dry styling session to $170 for a full style.

College and Vocational Fair Set for September

The 17th annual College & Vocational Fair will take place on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Promenade Temecula, located at 40820 Winchester Road. This event brings together over 200 colleges, universities, vocational schools, and military branches, providing attendees with valuable resources for career development. For any inquiries, individuals can contact Work Programs via email at WorkPrograms@TemeculaCA.gov.

Yucca Valley Launches Military Banner Program

Yucca Valley has introduced a military banner program to honor local veterans and active-duty service members. Applications for the program opened on September 4 and are available on the town's website, www.yucca-valley.org. Eligibility requires that honorees be either an active-duty member, an honorably discharged veteran, or a service member who died in the most recent conflict. Additionally, applicants must be residents of Yucca Valley or immediate family members of a resident.

The cost for a banner is $50, thanks to Measure Y funding, which reduced the original price from $150. The deadline to apply is November 4. For more information, visit the banner program’s webpage or contact the Community Services office at 760-369-7211.

New Leadership at Big Brothers Big Sisters and CBRE

Judy Contino has been appointed as the new vice president of People and Culture for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & the Inland Empire. With 25 years of human resources experience, she has worked at prominent firms such as Ernst & Young, Squar Milner, and Baker Tilly. Meanwhile, Dennis Zhang has returned to CBRE, where he began his real estate career in 2007. As a senior vice president, Zhang will focus on investment sales, leasing, and user sales at the brokerage’s Inland Empire office. He previously held a principal and senior VP role at Lee & Associates in Ontario.