New Report: Entrepreneurs Are Overwhelmed by AI. Tony Robbins, Dean Graziosi and Igor Pogany Launch Free AI Advantage Summit to Help Them Catch Up

PALM BEACH, Fla., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at a pace few people feel prepared for. For many entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals, the rise of AI has created a growing sense of urgency… and overwhelm, says Dean Graziosi, multiple New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur. New tools launch every week. Headlines promise revolutionary breakthroughs. And many people quietly wonder whether they are falling behind.

Argyle’s Thomas Rasmuson named 2026 HousingWire Rising Star

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income, employment and asset verifications, today announced that its Director of Sales Thomas Rasmuson has been named a 2026 Rising Star by HousingWire. The annual HousingWire Rising Stars award recognizes standout professionals under 40 who are making a significant impact on the housing industry through leadership, innovation and measurable business results.

Class Valuation’s Amanda Standley named to HousingWire’s Rising Stars list

TROY, Mich., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), today announced that Amanda Standley, vice president of business development for Bluebird Valuation, a Class Valuation company, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Rising Star. The HousingWire Rising Stars award recognizes emerging leaders under 40 in mortgage and real estate who are leading change and making a meaningful impact on their organizations. This year, 75 young professionals were named to the list.

Floify’s Sydney Barber honored with HousingWire’s Rising Stars award

BOULDER, Colo., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Sydney Barber, 33, head of product, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Rising Star. Barber joins 74 other young professionals on this year’s list.

Kappler’s 50th anniversary on April 1 is no joking matter

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Protective apparel manufacturer Kappler®, Inc. marks its 50th anniversary on April 1, with a twist of corporate irony around the company’s April Fools’ founding date in 1976. As millions of emergency responders and safety professionals can attest, Kappler’s innovative chemical suits are no joking matter.

Dark Matter Technologies introduces Ask Aiva, an AI assistant embedded in the Empower LOS

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced Ask Aiva®, a conversational AI assistant natively embedded within the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) that allows lenders to query their origination environment in plain language, receive instant answers to see how those answers were derived.

Friday Harbor integrates with Calyx Path Platform to bring AI pre-underwriting directly into the flow of the loan

SEATTLE, Wash., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Friday Harbor today announced a new integration with the Calyx Path Platform that brings AI-powered pre-underwriting directly into the flow of the loan. Instead of waiting until underwriting to uncover issues, lenders can now review borrower documents, surface potential problems and resolve them earlier while maintaining consistent, reliable loan data throughout the lifecycle.

‘Money Buddies’ Debuts First Two Episodes on April 1 in Celebration of Financial Literacy Awareness Month

ATLANTA, Ga., March 31, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This Financial Literacy Awareness Month, kids and families are invited to meet the Money Buddies, a lovable and irreverent cast of puppet characters on a mission to make learning about money fun, memorable, and easy to understand. Created and powered by Alliance Group, Money Buddies officially debuts the first two episodes of its seven-episode educational series on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

GeekyAnts Launches AI Pods to Close the Enterprise AI Production Gap

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — GeekyAnts, a ​​global technology consulting and product development company, today announced the formal launch of GeekyAnts AI and AI Pods, a two-tier delivery program built to take enterprise AI systems from proof of concept to production, addressing the infrastructure and accountability failures that have stalled most AI pilot programs in 2026.

New Industry Research Reveals Direct Mail’s Influence As Digital Performance Volatility Continues

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., March 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As marketers navigate fluctuating digital costs and crowded online environments, new industry research shows direct mail standing out for its consistency, engagement, and ability to drive measurable action. Commissioned by Franklin Madison Direct and conducted by research firm Circlebox, the 2026 Direct Mail Marketing Benchmark Report analyzes national survey data from U.S. marketers and consumers to assess direct mail performance and its role within today’s omnichannel strategies.

Total Cal Multichannel takes home the TWICE Picks Award 2026

MILFORD, Mass., March 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — We’re proud that Total Cal® Multichannel was recognized by TWICE as one of the standout innovations at CES 2026, Total Sonics announced today. Total Cal Multichannel brings professional-grade multichannel room calibration to everyday audio products – making immersive, accurate sound faster, simpler, and more affordable than ever.

Global Old Vine Registry Surpasses 10,000 Vineyards – A Major Milestone in Documenting the World’s Historic Vines

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In just three years, a global effort to document the world’s oldest vineyards has reached a major milestone. The Old Vine Registry, the world’s leading public database dedicated to historic vineyards, announced today that it has surpassed 10,000 registered vineyards worldwide, achieving a goal originally set for 2027 more than a year ahead of schedule.

From ‘Bug Man’ to Nine-Figure Exit: Cameron Bawden Reveals the Blueprint in New Book ‘Home Service Empire’

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In his powerful new book, “Home Service Empire: How I Built, Scaled, and Sold a Family of Businesses Worth Over $100 Million” (ISBN: 978-196833-852 paperback; 978-1968339869 ebook; 978-1968339845 hardcover; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), entrepreneur Cameron Bawden shares the battle-tested blueprint behind building one of Arizona’s largest privately owned home service companies-and exiting on his terms.

Mission Alpha: Take Flight in Your Career Transition – Aaron Jones Empowers Australian Defence Force Veterans to Navigate Civilian Careers with Confidence

VICTORIA, Australia, March 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Leaving military service can be one of the most significant transitions in a person’s life, filled with both uncertainty and opportunity. In his debut guide, “Mission Alpha: Take Flight in Your Career Transition” (Paperback ISBN: 978-1779622709) published March 2026 by Tellwell Publishing, author and veteran advocate Aaron Jones delivers a clear, practical, and empowering roadmap to help current and former Australian Defence Force (ADF) members thrive in their civilian careers.

Friday Harbor partners with Waterstone Mortgage to expand underwriting capacity

SEATTLE, Wash., March 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced that Waterstone Mortgage has implemented its AI pre-underwriting platform to strengthen file quality and expand underwriting capacity across the lender’s nationwide retail operation.

By Light Professional IT Services Awarded Alliant 3 GWAC

MCLEAN, Va., March 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) was awarded a five-year base period with a five-year option prime contract to deliver information technology services-based solutions on the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Alliant 3 Unrestricted Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC).

Florida’s Best Hair Transplant Doctors: Drs. Harold Siegel and Matt Huebner Secure #1 Ranking for 2026

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In an industry frequently complicated by complex per-graft pricing and high-volume clinical schedules, Drs. Harold Siegel and Matt Huebner of Natural Transplants have been officially recognized as the premier surgical team in the state. Your Health Magazine recently published its highly anticipated 2026 evaluations, placing Drs. Siegel and Huebner at the very top of their “Top 5 Most Trusted Hair Transplant Doctors in Florida” list.

Vertyx Introduces Homeowner Navigator, Delivering Personalized Intelligent Insights and Omnichannel Engagement for Modern Homeownership

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Vertyx, a provider of intelligent mortgage servicing technology built for enhanced portfolio performance, today announced Homeowner Navigator, a platform providing AI-driven homeowner insights and omnichannel engagement with borrowers. The platform is designed to help mortgage servicers maintain visibility into borrower needs after closing, when opportunities to support retention, recapture and broader relationship growth are often harder to identify.

By Light Appoints Diane Hockenberry as its Chief Marketing Officer

MCLEAN, Va., March 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), a leading provider of advanced technology solutions delivering cyber and warfighter training platforms for Defense and National Security missions, today announced the appointment of Diane Hockenberry as Chief Marketing Officer.

DocMagic’s Lori Johnson honored with National Mortgage Professional’s 2026 Women of Inspiration award

TORRANCE, Calif., March 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — DocMagic, Inc. announced today that Chief Operating Officer Lori Johnson has been named a 2026 National Mortgage Professional (NMP) Women of Inspiration award winner. The awards program recognizes women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, made significant contributions to the mortgage industry and inspired others through mentorship and advocacy.

Argyle’s Shelby Bohannon recognized as one of NMP’s 2026 Women of Inspiration

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., March 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income, employment and asset verifications, today announced that Shelby Bohannon, Vice President of Customer Success, has been named a 2026 Woman of Inspiration by National Mortgage Professional (NMP). The annual recognition celebrates influential women in mortgage lending who are driving meaningful progress across the industry.

Adonna Wines Makes Its California Debut This Spring, Celebrating Heritage, Resilience, and the Art of the Moment

HEALDSBURG, Calif., March 20, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On March 20, the first day of spring, Adonna Wines officially opens its spring allotment to the California market. Founded by Donna Kato, a Japanese American biochemist who left the world of science to tend the land and make wine of uncommon elegance, Adonna Wines is an allotment-only label available exclusively to mailing list members.

Former DOE NEPA Chief and Save LBI Advocacy President Warns SPEED Act Would ‘Eviscerate’ Environmental Protections and Violate the Constitution

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J., March 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bob Stern, Ph.D., President of Save Long Beach Island (LBI) Advocacy and former manager of the Office of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Affairs for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), today issued a sharp warning regarding the Senate’s consideration of the Standardized Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act.

Texas Bankers Association Partners with Ascribe to Offer Texas Banks Competitive, Reliable Valuation Services

AUSTIN, Texas, March 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Texas Bankers Association (TBA), the nation’s largest state-based banking trade organization, today announced its endorsement of Ascribe, a leading national provider of valuation, evaluation, property inspection, and REO (real estate owned) services. Approved by the TBA Services Company, Inc. (TBASCO) Board of Directors, the endorsement gives Texas banks access to high-quality valuation services, competitive pricing, and fully insured support for both commercial and residential properties.

Evergreen Development Brings Fitness, Dining, and Retail to One of Gilbert’s Last Master-Planned Commercial Sites

GILBERT, Ariz., March 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Evergreen Development has construction well underway on Parkview at Morrison Ranch, a Mountainside Fitness-anchored neighborhood center at the northeast corner of Higley Road and Warner Road in Gilbert, Arizona. Completion of the approximately 15-acre development is targeted for Fall 2026. Sitework began in November, with vertical construction starting in February 2026.

La Belle Farms and Hudson Valley Foie Gras to Challenge Recent Appellate Ruling That Limits State Review of NYC’s Foie Gras Ban

FERNDALE, N.Y., March 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — La Belle Farms, a fourth-generation, family owned and operated duck farm located in Ferndale, N.Y., announced today it will appeal the recent decision by the Appellate Division, Third Department, which ruled that the State Department of Agriculture and Markets misapplied state law when it blocked New York City’s 2019 ban on the sale of foie gras (Local Law 202).

BioAustinCTX Announces Leadership Transition

AUSTIN, Texas, March 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — BioAustinCTX today announced that Scott Collins, PhD, has transitioned from his role as President at the end of February after more than a decade of leadership supporting the growth of the Central Texas life sciences ecosystem.