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Two Japanese Whiskys from Asaka Distillery win Silver and Double Gold Medals at the 2023 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The 2023 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition awarded its coveted Double Gold Medal to Asaka Distillery's Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Aril Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve, and a Silver Medal to Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Bourbon Cask Reserve, Suzuki-Marketing, Incorporated announced today.

What sets both whiskys apart is the fact that they are:

100% distilled in Koriyama City, Fukushima, Japan, in a Miyake Japanese still from imported Scottish malt. (The distillery uses a Japanese-made still because Miyake, being a local company, can manufacture a still that can perform in Fukushima's hot summers and very cold winters.) Many Japanese whiskys are made with blends of Japanese and imported whisky. In 2015, Asaka committed itself to distilling all of its whisky in Japan.

Non chill-filtered - to preserve all the flavor of the whisky.

No caramel color is added - many distilleries add caramel color to create a uniform color for each batch. Asaka whiskys gets their color solely from the barrels in which they're aged.

Bottled at barrel ("Genshu") strength. ("Genshu" is a sake term that indicates the sake is barrel strength. Asaka employs the word "Genshu" to honor its sake heritage.)

About Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Bourbon Cask Reserve (Silver Medal)

The Bourbon Cask Reserve whisky is aged for three years in Bourbon barrels and bottled full-strength at 61% Alcohol by Volume (122 proof). The color is a light gold. The aromas of dry citrus, vanilla, oak, and brown spices appear upon opening the bottle. Flavors of dry fig, citrus, tangerine, and spices coat the palate. The influence of the bourbon cask treatment is felt throughout, but especially on the finish, reminiscent of the finest bourbon paired with Japanese sensibility.

About Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Aril Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve (Double Gold Winner)

The Asaka Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve is aged for three years in Bourbon barrels, followed by an additional six months in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels from Aril Napa Valley winery ( https://www.arilwines.com/ ). The light gold color is beautifully tinged with the garnet color influenced by the cabernet sauvignon barrel aging. You're greeted with dry citrus, vanilla, oak, and brown spice aromas, with an added layer of blackberry, plum, black pepper and violets that adds greatly to the overall experience. With only 480 bottles made, this whisky's suggested retail price is $245.

Mark Cummins, winemaker at Aril Wines (arilwines.com) said, "Working with Asaka Distillery was a chance to bring the rich heritage of California winemaking and the precision craftsmanship of Japanese whisky production together. By using the French Oak barrels that stored our Napa Cabernet, Asaka created a product that honors Napa Valley 's winemaking heritage and the whisky distilling craft that the Yamaguchi family has been honing for 77 years. We're very proud to be a part of this."

Kyoji Yamaguchi, Representative Director of Sasanokawa/Asaka and a 10th-generation family member involved with the business, said, "We are extremely honored and humbled by these awards. Our goal moving forward is to work even harder to keep producing better whisky. We hope our whisky makes people around the world a little happier every time they pour a glass. We're looking forward to having people taste the next batch of whisky we produce."

Serving Suggestions

Both whiskys can be served neat, on the rocks, with a slight amount of water ("mizuwara style") to open the aroma and flavor, or in a classic Japanese highball. The Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is also delicious as a New York Sour, (served with a red wine float on the top) which complements the red wine influence in the whisky.

Jose Delgado, the Wine Director of Restaurant Mourad (mouradsf.com) in San Francisco, was one of the first beverage directors to put Asaka whiskys on a menu. "Both Asaka Whiskys are my absolute favorites to recommend to my guests here at Mourad San Francisco who enjoy their drams on the rocks," he said. "The aromas of most ultra-premium whiskys, when served too cold, shut down at various degrees. Asaka Whiskys, on the contrary, blossom with pronounced high-toned aromas regardless of the cold. At 61% and 62% abv at barrel strength, the slow dilution on premium ice makes the Asaka duo one of the smoothest and most refreshingly complex drams around."

Quinton Jay, is the proprietor of Bacchus Wine & Spirits (bacchusws.com) in Millbrae, California, and one of the largest purveyors of Japanese whiskys in the US. He was one of the first retailers to put Asaka Whisky on the shelves. "In the confusing and misleading market of Japanese Whisky, Asaka Japanese Whisky deserves a prime spot on our shop's shelves especially since it embodies the authentic craftsmanship and tradition of Japanese whisky-making," he said.

According to an August, 2020 article in the leading Japanese Whisky website Nomunication ( https://www.nomunication.jp/distillery/asaka/ ) "Tohoku (Northeastern Japan) is known for hot summers and cold winters. Big temperature swings like this can respectively draw more whisky into, then push it out of the wood. It's expected that this will bring significantly more cask influence to Asaka's whiskies when compared to those of similar age at other distilleries in Japan."

About Asaka Distillery

Asaka Distillery's heritage dates to 1765 when Sasanokawa Sake Brewery became the first sake brewery in Northeastern Japan's Tohoku Region. In 1946, TetsuoYamaguchi, the company's president, realized that the Allied Occupation Soldiers in the region preferred whisky to sake. So, he applied for and received the first distilling license in Fukushima and began selling Cherry Whisky & Yamazakura brand whisky. Asaka, incidentally, is where Ichiro Akuto stored and blended the Ichiro's Blend Card Series, which launched this iconic brand.

In 2015, the Yamaguchi family recommitted to making 100% distilled-in-Japan, Japanese whisky In November, 2016, the distillery re-launched with new equipment and a commitment to 100% Japanese whisky made with imported Scottish malt.

Suzuki-Marketing began importing Asaka Whisky to the US in 2021, following its successful introduction of Sasanokawa sake in the US. Yuko Suzuki-Bischoff, founder and CEO, said, "After we introduced Sasanokawa sake in 2021, we were delighted to find out that the Yamaguchis also distill amazing whisky. They were also willing to listen to our ideas for the US market and take some serious chances with us. They worked very hard and guided us through many barrel tastings to develop whiskys that we are very proud of."

About Suzuki-Marketing

Based in South San Francisco, California, Suzuki-Marketing, Incorporated was founded by Yuko Suzuki in 2004. In addition to importing Japanese whisky and sake, the company also imports Ultra-Premium Moriizou Shochu and Ogata Ranch Maesawa Wagyu Beef. The company exports fine wine and spirits to Asia-Pacific and provides marketing and distribution support throughout the region. Ms. Suzuki was former Asia-Pacific Marketing Director for Gallo Wines, and is a Japan Sommelier Association Certified Wine Advisor, WSET Advanced, and Certified Wine Specialist (Society of Wine Educators). https://suzukimarketing.com/

The 2023 New York World Wine and Spirits Competition awarded its coveted Double Gold Medal to Asaka Distillery's Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Aril Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve, and a Silver Medal to Asaka Single Malt Japanese Whisky, Bourbon Cask Reserve, Suzuki-Marketing, Incorporated announced today.

Related link: https://suzukimarketing.com/

AADOM Presents Green Leader Award to Spodak Dental Group’s Erika Pusillo

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Henry Schein and the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM) announced that Erika Pusillo, Practice Optimizer for Delray Beach-based Spodak Dental Group, has been selected as the recipient of the 10th Annual Green Leader Award. Pusillo was presented with the award at the recent 2023 AADOM Conference in Orlando, Fla.

The Green Leader Initiative aims to engage members in reducing the environmental impact of "business as usual" dentistry, which perfectly falls in line with Pusillo's goals for Spodak Dental Group's state-of-the-art, 13,000 square foot, LEED Gold Certified dental operations. In addition to optimizing the practice to take the very best care of the patients, she works to create an efficient, green and sustainability-focused workflow process that also takes the very best care of the team and the planet.

"It is such an amazing honor to be recognized as a Green Leader and use this platform to promote the many ways we all can be green leaders," said Pusillo, who has been with the practice since 2009. "There is always an opportunity to live out our company's core values and not only be a pioneer in the dental field, but also a pioneer in our community and for our planet as a whole."

Through many initiatives - past, present and future - Erika has remained resolute in her goal of providing the very best dental care in a green facility with a growing team, all while creating the smallest footprint possible. Her efforts include, but are not limited to, supporting businesses and suppliers that have both a sustainable mindset and a minimal impact on the environment, utilizing digital technology to reduce waste, using eco-friendly cleaning products, implementing waste- and water-reducing systems throughout the facility, and organizing beach cleanups and tree planting events for the team and community.

AADOM is the nation's largest educational and networking association dedicated to serving dental practice management professionals and fostering companionship and support for dental office managers. Its mission is to provide its members with resources, education, and networking opportunities to help them achieve the highest level of professional development.

The Spodak Dental Group, an Inc. 5000 honoree, has evolved to become South Florida's premier, comprehensive dental facility, and comprises a world-class association of dental professionals poised to provide full-service dental care second-to-none in both scope and skill. The Spodak Dental Group team includes General and Restorative Dentists, Endodontists, Periodontists, Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Master Ceramic Artists and Anesthesiologists, as well as one of the nation's only in-office dental labs.

Spodak Dental Group is located at 3911 W. Atlantic Ave. Call or text (561) 303-2413 or visit https://www.SpodakDental.com/ for more information or to schedule a virtual or in-office appointment.

Henry Schein and the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM) announced that Erika Pusillo, Practice Optimizer for Delray Beach-based Spodak Dental Group, has been selected as the recipient of the 10th Annual Green Leader Award. Pusillo was presented with the award at the recent 2023 AADOM Conference in Orlando, Fla.

Related link: https://www.spodakdental.com/

Strategic Benefits Advisors Principal Mindy Zatto honored with EBN’s 2023 Excellence in Benefits Award

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) today announced that Founding Principal Mindy Zatto is a recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Benefits Award. Presented by Employee Benefit News (EBN), the Excellence in Benefits Awards honor the human resources leaders, tech innovators, brokers and advisors driving change in the employee benefits space.

Zatto co-founded SBA in 2002 to fill an industry need for consulting expertise that could bridge the gap between strategic guidance and practical implementation. Under her leadership, SBA has evolved into an award-winning firm that for more than 20 years has helped organizations across North America navigate complex benefits challenges while reducing plan expenses and improving efficiency, compliance and the participant experience.

Although versed in all manner of employee benefit plans, Zatto is best known for her work in the retirement field. An industry pioneer who developed one of the first full-service pension administration practices in the country, Zatto has over 30 years of strategic plan design and administration experience with corporate defined benefit and defined contribution programs. An enrolled actuary, Zatto is a fellow of the Society of Actuaries, a fellow of the Conference of Consulting Actuaries, a member of the American Academy of Actuaries and a member of the Society of Pension Actuaries. She also currently serves on the Society of Actuaries' Employer Council and its Lifetime Income Initiative Team. Her insights into the issues and trends shaping employee benefit plans are regularly featured in Employee Benefit News and other prominent industry publications.

"I am deeply honored to receive the Excellence in Benefits Award," said Zatto. "Our mission has always been to empower plan sponsors and participants, and this award reaffirms our commitment to making a positive impact in the employee benefits industry."

"During a time of sweeping transformation in the HR and benefits landscape, these individuals are finding creative ways to build better employee experiences," said EBN Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Schomer of Zatto and her fellow honorees. "They're putting people first by creating better and more affordable benefits programs."

Zatto will be profiled in the September/October issue of EBN and recognized at an awards luncheon during the Benefits at Work conference, where she will speak on retirement plan trends as a panelist in the session "Retirement Benefits: How to Balance Savings and Retirement Plans."

To register for the conference, which takes place September 27-29 in San Diego, visit https://conference.benefitnews.com/.

About Strategic Benefits Advisors:

Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) is an independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm focused on creatively and effectively solving complex benefits issues for clients ranging from 1,000 to over 300,000 employees. Founded in 2002 by veteran consultants Mindy Zatto and Andy Adams, SBA provides practical consulting recommendations and expert implementation of solutions for all types of employee benefits programs, including retirement, health and welfare, financial wellness and employee recognition. With an average of over 25 years in the field, SBA's team of actuaries, consultants and systems specialists is among the most experienced in the industry. For more information, visit https://www.sba-inc.com/.

Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) today announced that Founding Principal Mindy Zatto is a recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Benefits Award. Presented by Employee Benefit News (EBN), the Excellence in Benefits Awards honor the human resources leaders, tech innovators, brokers and advisors driving change in the employee benefits space.

Related link: https://www.sba-inc.com/

LenderLogix’s Derrick Enderby recognized by HousingWire Magazine in its 2023 HW Insiders award program

BUFFALO, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced Director of Customer Success Derrick Enderby has been chosen by HousingWire as a 2023 Insiders Award winner. Through its Insiders award program, HousingWire seeks to recognize individuals who serve their companies in outstanding ways through operations, product development and other ways that make their company successful.

"Derrick's pursuit of excellence has had a tremendous impact on both our customers and LenderLogix's success, so it is no surprise that HousingWire has recognized his efforts," said LenderLogix Co-Founder and CEO Patrick O'Brien. "Not only has Derrick created best practices and systems for our entire customer success department to ensure our clients receive the highest levels of service, but his dedication to helping our users get the most out of our technology is undeniable."

Under Enderby's guidance, the average loan officer using QuickQual has experienced a 27% increase in the number of pre-approvals issued on the platform. He also created an internal customer relationship management system to highlight opportunities to educate clients on ways to expand their use of their existing LenderLogix product. In addition, Enderby authored an internal Customer Success Playbook to outline specific touchpoints that LenderLogix Customer Success Specialists utilize to remain engaged and invested in clients' businesses.

"We publish the HousingWire Insiders award with the goal of shining a spotlight on the intrapreneurs and operational leaders who work ambitiously to support the success of their organizations," HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler said. "Since its launch eight years ago, we have been able to recognize the accomplishments of hundreds of Insiders whose dedication and expertise have resulted in enormous contributions to the housing landscape. Accomplishments which can often be behind-the-scenes but garner massive results."

The complete list of HousingWire Insiders Award winners can be found at www.housingwire.com

About LenderLogix

LenderLogix leverages the four decades of firsthand mortgage origination and real estate experience of its executive team to design customized software and APIs to meet the needs of today's mortgage lenders. The company's suite of products addresses the speed at which today's real estate market moves by delivering technology solutions that create agile and informed borrowers, build strong referral partners and ultimately save lenders time and money. For more information, visit https://www.lenderlogix.com/.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches more than 70,000 newsletter subscribers daily and 1 million unique visitors each month and has more than 5,000 members and event attendees. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced Director of Customer Success Derrick Enderby has been chosen by HousingWire as a 2023 Insiders Award winner.

Related link: https://www.lenderlogix.com/

Dovenmuehle’s Iris Tredway named a 2023 Insider in HousingWire Magazine’s annual award program

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Vice President and Manager of Special Loans and Commercial Servicing Iris Tredway has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program.

Tredway was selected for her leadership and contributions to Dovenmuehle over the last two decades. As Vice President and Manager of Special Loans and Commercial Servicing, Tredway is responsible for more than 100 employees and countless innovations internally at Dovenmuehle. She has spearheaded implementing quality assurance programs and automating more than 200 steps in various processes, resulting in increased efficiency, improved risk mitigation and overall enhanced operations.

"Iris has been instrumental in DMI's growth. Her ability to motivate employees not only has driven operational excellence but also has been showcased by her resilience during challenges posed by macroeconomic conditions. No matter the obstacle, Iris has continuously grown her department and built an engaging culture, not to mention maintaining 20+ year relationships with multiple accounts," said Dovenmuehle Senior Vice President Glen Braun. "Her commitment to Dovenmuehle and customer service is indisputable, and she is extremely deserving of this recognition by HousingWire."

The HW Insiders represent a wide range of occupations within the housing landscape, from lending and real estate to fintech and much more. The HW Insiders are the professionals their companies turn to with their most important or challenging projects and their contributions and hard work lead to superior results.

"We publish the HousingWire Insiders award with the goal of shining a spotlight on the intrapreneurs and operational leaders who work ambitiously to support the success of their organizations," HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler said. "Since its launch eight years ago, we have been able to recognize the accomplishments of hundreds of Insiders whose dedication and expertise have resulted in enormous contributions to the housing landscape. Accomplishments which can often be behind-the-scenes but garner massive results."

The HousingWire Insiders award program seeks to recognize operational all-stars. To view the full list of HousingWire's Insiders recipients, visit: https://www.housingwire.com/insiders/

About Dovenmuehle

Founded in 1844, Dovenmuehle (Lake Zurich, Ill.) is a mortgage subservicer for commercial banks, credit unions, independent mortgage lenders, MSR investors and state housing finance agencies nationwide. The company subservices portfolio loans, as well as loans sold to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae and the Federal Home Loan Bank with servicing retained. Using a combination of best-in-class and proprietary technology, Dovenmuehle helps lenders reduce servicing costs and deliver consistently high levels of service to homeowners while maintaining compliance with investor and regulatory requirements. Learn more at https://dovenmuehle.com.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches more than 125,000 newsletter subscribers daily, one million unique visitors each month and has more than 6,000 members and event attendees. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Vice President and Manager of Special Loans and Commercial Servicing Iris Tredway has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program.

Related link: https://dovenmuehle.com/

MMI ranks No. 15 on Utah Fast 50 list of fastest-growing companies

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it ranks No. 15 on the 2023 Utah Business list of fastest-growing companies in the state. This marks MMI's second consecutive appearance on the list and in the top 15.

After debuting on the list at No. 11 in 2022, MMI has experienced sustained and immense growth. MMI is currently used by more than 350 enterprise customers, including 40 of the top 50 lenders in the country.

In 2022, loan originators (LOs) with MMI accounts produced 1.9X the volume of LOs with MMI. MMI continues to develop and provide tools and integrations to analyze as well as further insights specific to users' business objectives. MMI has already released six new tools in 2023 to help LOs and lenders continue to outperform their peers.

"As a Utah native, I consider it a privilege to contribute to the state's flourishing business community," said MMI founder and CEO Ben Teerlink. "The Utah Fast 50 is an impressive list of growing companies and it is an honor to be included among their ranks."

Fast 50 companies are established companies selected based on a combination of revenue growth and total revenue and are vetted by Squire and Co. for financial accuracy. They are ranked in order of 2022 growth and must have been in business for at least two years.

About MMI

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) is a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, MMI, provides actionable intelligence for lenders, real estate agents, real estate brokerages, title companies and others in the real estate industry. MMI is currently used by more than 350 enterprise customers, including 20 of the top 25 lenders in the country. To learn more, visit https://mmi.io or contact sales@mmi.io.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it ranks No. 15 on the 2023 Utah Business list of fastest-growing companies in the state. This marks MMI's second consecutive appearance on the list and in the top 15.

Related link: https://mmi.io

White Pony Express Nominated for Charity Navigator Community Choice Award

PLEASANT HILL, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On National Nonprofit Day, White Pony Express (WPE) announces that Charity Navigator has selected them as a nominee for the 2023 Community Choice Awards. In 2022, White Pony Express received their first four-star and 100% rating by the nonprofit elevator, a rating that fewer than one-tenth of 1% of nonprofits receive. In 2023, the organization received a four-star and 100% rating, effectively keeping their ranking.

"We are deeply grateful for this nomination," said executive director Eve Birge. "This achievement wouldn't be possible without the hard work and endless dedication of our staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and community members who support our mission to end hunger and protect the planet. There are 200,000 organizations evaluated by Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most influential assessment organization, and we are one of only a handful with a perfect rating!"

The nomination is the result of WPE's outstanding achievements and reflects their commitment to transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in their community service endeavors.

Since inception, WPE has been on a mission to eliminate hunger and poverty by delivering the abundance all around us to those in need - with love. WPE serves 120,000 people each year by partnering with more than 90 nonprofit agencies to deliver fresh, healthy food. Operating seven days a week, 365 days per year, they have rescued over 25 million pounds of food, equating to 21 million nutritious meals, and prevented over 31,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions from entering the atmosphere. In addition, they distributed more than 1.5 million essential items including clothing, educational toys, hygiene kits, and emergency supplies.

The Community Choice Awards will have one winner in each size-based category: small, medium, large, and super. The determination of the winners will be based on the total number of votes received. The first round of voting runs August 17 - August 27, with the final voting phase taking place August 30 - September 8. The winners will officially be announced on September 27, 2023.

The four winning charities will receive the following:
* Prominent visibility on Charity Navigator for one year
* Email announcement to Charity Navigator's audience of donors
* Dedicated posts on Charity Navigator's social media
* Webinar speaking opportunity
* Press release over the wire

"Our dedicated volunteers and community partners are a big part of why we've received a perfect rating two years in a row," Birge continued. "Now we have the incredible opportunity to highlight WPE nationally! We're calling on our supporters to cast their votes today! Visit https://bit.ly/VoteWPE, follow the instructions, and then share the link with anyone who can help our pioneering movement!"

About White Pony Express:

White Pony Express, founded by Dr. Carol Weyland Conner in 2013, is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to eliminate hunger and poverty by delivering the abundance all around us to those in need - with love. WPE serves 120,000 people each year by partnering with more than 90 nonprofit agencies.

WPE also operates a General Store which redistributes clothing, educational toys, hygiene kits, and emergency supplies. In 10 years, the WPE General Store has given away more than 1.5 million items.

Charity Navigator, a premier rating group based in New Jersey, honored WPE with a 100% score and four-star rating in 2022 and 2023 - the highest rating possible. Less than one-tenth of one percent of nonprofits earn a perfect score from Charity Navigator. In addition, WPE was recognized by Candid with a platinum seal of transparency, their highest accolade.

For more information about WPE, visit https://www.whiteponyexpress.org/.

About Charity Navigator:

Founded in 2002, Charity Navigator is a 501(c)(3) organization that guides intelligent giving with the nation's largest, most comprehensive charity evaluation tool. The organization helps donors easily identify U.S.-registered charities making a difference on the issues they care about most while helping charities better understand their donors, deliver on impact, and increase awareness and funding. Learn more at https://www.charitynavigator.org/.

On National Nonprofit Day, White Pony Express (WPE) announces that Charity Navigator has selected them as a nominee for the 2023 Community Choice Awards. The nomination is the result of WPE's outstanding achievements and reflects their commitment to transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in their community service endeavors.

Related link: https://www.whiteponyexpress.org/

Attorney David L. Goldman Recognized by Florida Trend’s Magazine As A 2023 Legal Elite

SARASOTA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Attorney David L. Goldman, from the Sarasota Florida law firm of Goldman, Babboni, Fernandez, Murphy & Walsh, has been recognized as a Florida Trend Magazine's 2023 Legal Elite.

Florida Trend Magazine, a respected news source in Florida for over 65 years, has been providing in-depth analysis and perspectives on issues, people, and ideas that shape the Sunshine State, including the legal industry and justice system.

Florida Trend's July issue features the 2023 Legal Elite Managing Partners and showcases exceptional attorneys at law firms. Just under 1% of Florida attorneys are considered each year as a candidate to be selected as a Legal Elite. Candidates must be nominated by their peers to qualify for consideration. After voting has concluded candidates are further reviewed by a panel of past Legal Elite Winners to be considered for selection.

Factors reviewed by the panel include the candidate's expertise, ethics, and dedication to the Florida justice system and their local communities, ensuring those named as Legal Elite truly represent the pinnacle of their profession.

Attorney Stephen Fernandez had this to say about David Goldman's inclusion into the 2023 Legal Elite, "It's no surprise to the other partners, that David has been recognized as a 2023 Legal Elite. It's great to see the acknowledgment of what all of us at the firm have already known over the years; that David represents a benchmark of excellence and professionalism in the legal community. David's dedication to the legal profession, his clients, and our local community is unparalleled. David consistently goes above and beyond for his clients, not just in the courtroom but in every aspect of our practice."

About Attorney David L. Goldman:

Attorney David L. Goldman has been representing clients in injury law cases for more than 30 years. Mr. Goldman is a member of the American Association of Justice, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Goldman is an Eagle Member of the Florida Justice Association and the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers where he received the prestigious Legislative Leadership Award.

To Learn More About Attorney David L. Goldman visit his law firm website at https://www.justicepays.com/

Attorney David L. Goldman, from the Sarasota Florida law firm of Goldman, Babboni, Fernandez, Murphy & Walsh, has been recognized as a Florida Trend Magazine's 2023 Legal Elite. Factors reviewed by the panel include the candidate's expertise, ethics, and dedication to the Florida justice system.

Related link: https://www.justicepays.com/

Palisade Capital Management Named a Top RIA by FA Magazine

FORT LEE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Palisade Capital Management, LP has been recognized by Financial Advisor magazine as one of the top registered investment advisors in the country.

"This award represents our team's deep commitment to providing a fundamentally different wealth management experience for clients" shares Alison Berman, Palisade's Managing Partner, President & Chief Executive Officer. "I am proud to work with these professionals who take their fiduciary duty to heart and dedicate themselves each and every day to doing what is best on our clients' behalf."

About the Financial Advisor Magazine RIA Survey

FA Magazine's rankings are based on year-over-year regulatory assets under management among independent RIAs as of December 31, 2022. There is no fee to participate in the survey. More information can be found on the FA Magazine website

About Palisade Capital Management

For over 25 years, individuals and families have turned to Palisade Private Wealth Management for comprehensive wealth management. At Palisade, clients benefit from personalized, attentive service, planning customized to their unique circumstances, investment expertise founded in our institutional heritage, and a wide breadth of support resources.

Palisade Capital Management, LP is an independent, woman managed and majority-owned investment management firm with approximately $4.2 billion of assets under management headquartered in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Founded in 1995, Palisade has built its business around developing and managing specialized investment strategies for individuals, families, corporations, pension plans, and other institutions. The firm has dedicated investment teams that actively manage Small Cap Core Equity, Smid Cap Core Equity, Focused Equity, and a variety of Convertible Securities portfolios, as well as a robust private wealth management and financial planning offering for individuals and families.

For more information, visit: https://palisadecapital.com/

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Palisade Capital Management, LP has been recognized by Financial Advisor magazine as one of the top registered investment advisors in the country. For over 25 years, individuals and families have turned to Palisade Private Wealth Management for comprehensive wealth management.

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Klingenstein Fields Advisors Named as one of America’s Top RIAs by Financial Advisor Magazine

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Advisor Magazine has released its annual Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) rankings for 2023, and Klingenstein Fields Advisors is proud to announce that it has been ranked as one of the top RIAs with $1.0 billion or more in assets.

"We are pleased to receive this honor," said Kenneth D. Pollinger, Chairman and Co-CEO. "To be included in FA Magazine's 2023 RIA Rankings is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and effort of the entire KF Advisors team to provide our clients with personalized solutions and service."

"We believe that the focus on our fiduciary responsibility of always acting in our clients' best interests is what allows us to consistently fulfill our clients' expectations and grow as a firm," added James Fields, President and Co-CEO.

Each year, FA Magazine conducts a voluntary survey of independent RIAs filing their own ADVs with the SEC and providing financial planning and related services to individual investors. No fee or membership is required to participate in the survey. The annual survey evaluates total assets, year-over-year growth in assets, growth in assets per client, and other firm characteristics. Financial Advisor magazine orders firms from largest to smallest based on their assets under management at the year end. More information can be found on the FA Magazine website.

KF Advisors is an independent SEC-registered advisor based in New York City. For over 30 years, KF Advisors has been solely dedicated to helping individuals, families, and organizations achieve their legacy, philanthropic, and funding goals through customized wealth planning and investment management.

More information: http://www.klingenstein.com/.

Financial Advisor Magazine has released its annual Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) rankings for 2023, and Klingenstein Fields Advisors is proud to announce that it has been ranked as one of the top RIAs with $1.0 billion or more in assets.

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HousingWire honors TrustEngine Vice President Rachel Cunningham as a 2023 Women of Influence

ELLICOTT CITY, Md. /ScoopCloud/ -- TrustEngine™, a provider of data-driven homebuyer engagement and education solutions for lenders, today announced Vice President of Customer Success Rachel Cunningham has been named a HousingWire 2023 Women of Influence award honoree. The Women of Influence awards program recognizes the achievements of women who are shaping the U.S. housing economy.

Cunningham was recognized for making an outstanding impact on TrustEngine and its lender clients during her multi-year tenure leading customer success at the company. During the merger of Sales Boomerang and Mortgage Coach, now TrustEngine, Cunningham restructured customer success into three divisions to better serve clients under a unified brand. Her enhancements to the company's onboarding procedures greatly accelerated implementation timelines and her coaching of the customer success team to take on an advisory approach to account management led TrustEngine to exceed retention targets. Under Cunningham's leadership, TrustEngine has achieved a 98% customer satisfaction score.

As interest rates began to rise, Cunningham took proactive measures to both support lenders through a steep drop in volume as well as prevent client churn. Guided by empathy, Cunningham consulted with clients to optimize their service plans for the new market. Also, with many clients undergoing mergers and acquisitions themselves, Cunningham developed special procedures to support unique contractual changes and onboarding scenarios.

"Rachel has proven herself to be a highly adept leader who uplifts her team, organization and lenders at every turn," said TrustEngine CEO Richard Harris. "I commend all that she has accomplished and her unwavering dedication to ensuring clients have the resources and know-how to build revenue with TrustEngine's tools, no matter the mortgage market."

About TrustEngine:

More than 200 independent mortgage companies, credit unions, banks and brokers depend on TrustEngine's innovative solutions to unlock additional loan opportunities, increase conversion and strengthen customer loyalty through individualized, data-driven engagement and education. With Sales Boomerang's intelligent alerts, lenders always know when a past customer or prospect is ready and credit-qualified for a loan. Award-winning loan presentations from Mortgage Coach equip lenders to deliver a consultative home financing experience that encourages faster, more informed loan decisions. The TrustEngine Borrower Intelligence Platform (BIP) combines the best of both flagship products with world-class data analysis and segmentation, sophisticated probability and profitability modeling, intelligent loan pacing and routing, compelling borrower interactions, and ongoing performance evaluation and optimization. The result is a category-leading solution that enhances lenders' existing technology investments and puts data in the driver's seat of every customer engagement. For a closer look at how TrustEngine turns loan officers into trusted mortgage advisors, visit https://www.trustengine.com/.

TrustEngine™, a provider of data-driven homebuyer engagement and education solutions for lenders, today announced Vice President of Customer Success Rachel Cunningham has been named a HousingWire 2023 Women of Influence award honoree. The Women of Influence awards program recognizes the achievements of women who are shaping the U.S. housing economy.

Related link: https://www.trustengine.com/

CDF Labor Law LLP Named to Bloomberg Law’s 3rd Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Framework

IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- CDF Labor Law LLP is pleased to announce that it has been named to Bloomberg Law's third annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Framework for the third consecutive year. CDF is one of 55 U.S.-based law firms that was recognized for its level of disclosure of diversity-related metrics and distinguished performance against six core pillars and more than 85 metrics: demographics, leadership and talent pipeline, recruitment and retention, business innovation and strategy, marketing, and diversity and inclusion in the community. The DEI Framework report is available for complimentary download at http://blawgo.com/UXoPcVq.

"We are honored to once again be included on the Bloomberg DEI Framework list. This acknowledgement is a testament to our firm's commitment to creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace," said Alison Tsao, Partner and Chair of CDF's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. "We remain committed to continuing our work to create a more inclusive law firm and provide meaningful opportunities for advancement to our employees and to the legal profession as a whole."

This acknowledgment of CDF's efforts in DEI comes on the heels of the firm's achievement of Diversity Lab's Mansfield Certification Plus status and inclusion in the Orange County Business Journal's Embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Special Report.

"DEI remains a critical factor for general counsel seeking to engage law firms that reflect their values, and we've brought our industry expertise and strength in data analytics to bear in assessing how law firms are performing in this critical arena," said Joe Breda, president, Bloomberg Law. "Through a demonstrated commitment to DEI, CDF is helping to move the legal industry forward and we're pleased to recognize their performance."

About CDF Labor Law LLP:

For close to 30 years, CDF Labor Law LLP has distinguished itself as one of the top labor, employment, and business immigration law firms in California, representing employers in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance. The firm has five offices throughout California - in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego.

For more information, visit: https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/ and find CDF on LinkedIn to learn more about how the firm protects California employers.

About Bloomberg Law:

Bloomberg Law combines the latest in legal technology with workflow tools, comprehensive primary and secondary sources, trusted news, expert analysis, and business intelligence. Our deep expertise and commitment to innovation provide a competitive edge to help improve attorney productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit Bloomberg Law at: https://pro.bloomberglaw.com/in-house-counsel/.

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CDF Labor Law LLP is pleased to announce that it has been named to Bloomberg Law's third annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Framework for the third consecutive year. CDF is one of 55 U.S.-based law firms that was recognized for its level of disclosure of diversity-related metrics and distinguished performance against six core pillars and more than 85 metrics.

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Foodiehall Wins Reader’s Choice for Best Takeout 2023

CHERRY HILL, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Foodiehall won the South Jersey Magazine Reader's Choice award for Best Takeout in 2023. Each year, South Jersey Magazine holds its Best of the Best competition. People throughout the area submit votes for their favorite businesses in categories from barbershops to pet stores.

A huge portion of the Best of the Best contest, though, gets dedicated solely to food. With so many dining and delivery options throughout South Jersey, the competition is stiff.

Even so, Foodiehall was primed to win the Best Takeout award. Designed to serve patrons through takeout, delivery, and dine-in service, Foodiehall combines several different restaurants under one roof.

Specifically, people who order from Foodiehall have the option to choose from:

* Geno's Steaks, home of the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia

* Simply Fowl, which specializes in chicken sandwiches

* Canting Wok and Noodle Bar, serving up high-quality Asian fusion cuisine and approachable street food

* DaNick's Craft Burgers, dishing up the classics alongside Beyond Burgers

* Criss Crust, blending Detroit-style pizza and artisanal pizza with gourmet toppings

* Dando Tacos, offering Mexican street food like birria and elotes

* Mac N Toastie, with plenty of grilled cheese and mac and cheese options

* Fornire Italian Kitchen, dishing up fine authentic Italian cuisine

* Junior's Doughnuts, with options like M&M and Bavarian Crème

Orderers can mix and match, too, choosing options from multiple restaurants in one single checkout without paying additional fees.

The Foodiehall team specifically designed the state-of-the-art Foodiehall kitchen to serve up high-quality dishes quickly. They serve the food in tamper-proof, ecologically friendly packaging that's safe to reheat.

Plus, with Foodiehall's Meal 4 Meal program, every meal ordered means a meal donated through Feeding America.

All of these factors came together to help Foodiehall secure the 2023 Best Takeout award in South Jersey Magazine's Best of the Best competition.

To learn more about Foodiehall or to try it for yourself, visit foodiehall.com.

About Foodiehall:

Foodiehall is a value-driven virtual food hall and delivery-only e-restaurant, offering an unprecedented array of exceptional cuisines in one delivery, sent directly to you from the state-of-the-art kitchen. The Culinary Director has carefully curated a series of menus that reimagine how delivery food should taste. Foodiehall delivers to Cherry Hill, Marlton, Mt Laurel, Voorhees, Maple Shade, Haddonfield, Moorestown, and the surrounding areas. And with the company's Meal 4 Meal program, every meal delivered is a meal donated through Feeding America.

Learn more at https://www.foodiehall.com/

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Foodiehall won the South Jersey Magazine Reader's Choice award for Best Takeout in 2023. Each year, South Jersey Magazine holds its Best of the Best competition. People throughout the area submit votes for their favorite businesses in categories from barbershops to pet stores.

Related link: https://www.foodiehall.com/

iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli named to MPA’s 2023 list of Elite Women in Mortgage

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, announced today that CEO Laird Nossuli has been named to Mortgage Professional America (MPA) magazine's 2023 list of Elite Women in Mortgage.

Nossuli was recognized for helping lenders grow market share more inclusively using iEmergent's groundbreaking Mortgage MarketSmart platform, an innovative solution that accurately and reliably forecasts demographic, economic and housing market trends at the neighborhood level. By effectively mapping the movement and growth of homebuyer segments, including diverse communities, it empowers lenders with vital intelligence to better serve their markets.

The transformative impact of Nossuli's work is evident in the results achieved by iEmergent's clients. For instance, one financial institution saw a 125% increase in lending to African Americans and significant overall growth within 12 months of implementing Mortgage MarketSmart. Another mortgage company in the mid-Atlantic saw its market share in majority Black and Hispanic census tracts steadily increase each month it used MarketSmart, helping it move from the #14 overall lender to the #11 overall lender in its market in only four months. Nossuli's commitment to driving industry change and meeting the home financing needs of underserved minority markets is further exemplified by initiatives such as DIVERSIFi, created in collaboration with the National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America (NAMMBA), and her involvement in the Mortgage Bankers Association's CONVERGENCE initiative.

"I am honored to be recognized in this fashion among an exceptional cohort of Elite Women in Mortgage," said Nossuli. "This award is a testament to our entire team's commitment to helping lenders grow through market intelligence that illuminates overlooked business opportunities in any market, many of which are found in diverse communities that have a need for better access to financial services."

For a full list of winners, visit https://www.mpamag.com/us/best-in-mortgage/female-leaders-in-mortgage-elite-women-2023/449870.

About iEmergent:

Founded in 2000, iEmergent provides mortgage lending forecasts and analytics to the lending, housing and real estate industries. The company offers an extensive variety of forecast and market intelligence products, including Mortgage MarketSmart, a visualization tool that helps lenders quantify how mortgage markets will change. For more information, visit https://www.iemergent.com.

iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, announced today that CEO Laird Nossuli has been named to Mortgage Professional America (MPA) magazine's 2023 list of Elite Women in Mortgage.

Related link: https://www.iemergent.com

Eckhardt Receives Edward Jones Award for Exceptional Achievement in Building Client Relationships

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Keith Eckhardt, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Colorado Springs, CO, recently received the firm's exclusive Soar to Success Award for exceptional achievement in building client relationships within his first five years as a financial advisor. He was one of only 1,122 financial advisors firmwide to receive this award.

"It's an incredible honor to be recognized for the work I do, work I truly enjoy," Eckhardt said. "When I'm able to help my clients set the stage financially to live their best lives, it is personally and professionally rewarding. I'm motivated to make a positive impact for my clients and in this community."

Eckhardt has been an Edward Jones financial advisor for 2 years.

The Soar to Success award was presented to Eckhardt at the Edward Jones regional meeting in Snowmass Village, CO.

The Edward Jones branch−office business model, with more than 15,000 branches throughout North America, allows the firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors to identify what matters most to each individual client and create personalized strategies, with the goal of developing long−lasting relationships to help keep them on track toward their goals.

Keith Eckhardt and his branch team can be reached at 719−578−5833. The team includes Barbara Ball, Branch Office Administrator.

You may also visit Eckhardt's website at https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/keith-eckhardt

Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors serve more than 8 million clients with a total of $1.7 trillion in client assets under care at the end of March 2023. Edward Jones' purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 52,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them. The Edward Jones website is at edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is careers. edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.

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Keith Eckhardt, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Colorado Springs, CO, recently received the firm's exclusive Soar to Success Award for exceptional achievement in building client relationships within his first five years as a financial advisor. He was one of only 1,122 financial advisors firmwide to receive this award.

Related link: https://www.edwardjones.com/

Financial Advisor Mike Biehl Receives Edward Jones Spirit of Caring Award

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mike Biehl, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Colorado Springs, CO recently received the firm's exclusive Spirit of Caring Award for 2023, designed to recognize those financial advisors who exemplify the values, culture and spirit of giving back.

Mike Biehl has demonstrated unyielding dedication to giving back, which has positively impacted his clients, colleagues and community. The award is given to only one financial advisor in each of the firm's 326 regions and is determined by a vote of his peers.

"Edward Jones is a partnership. That structure is not just financial, it's a philosophy," Biehl said. "We work together, help each other and all share in the rewards of working with long−term individual investors. That brings out the best in everyone. I am humbled to be this year's recipient of the Spirit of Caring Award."

The Edward Jones branch−office business model, with more than 15,000 branches throughout North America, allows the firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors to identify what matters most to each individual client and create personalized strategies, with the goal of developing long−lasting relationships to help keep them on track toward their goals.

Mike Biehl and branch office administrator Rhonda can be reached at (719) 392−5781. You may also visit his website at https://www.edwardjones.com/mike-biehl

Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors serve more than 8 million clients with a total of $1.7 trillion in client assets under care at the end of March 2023. Edward Jones' purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 52,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them. The Edward Jones website is at edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is careers. edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.

Mike Biehl, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Colorado Springs, CO recently received the firm's exclusive Spirit of Caring Award for 2023, designed to recognize those financial advisors who exemplify the values, culture and spirit of giving back.

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Keith Eckhardt receives two Edward Jones Awards for Exceptional Achievement in Building Client Relationships

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Keith Eckhardt of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Colorado Springs, Colorado, was recently recognized for his exceptional achievement in building client relationships. Eckhardt received two Achievement Awards during the regional meeting in Snowmass Village, Colorado.

Each award is named for a cultural trait of the firm or for a firm leader or legend who, between 1922 and the 1980s, helped shape Edward Jones with the values of putting clients' needs first, treating others with respect and working in partnership.

The awards Eckhardt received are:

− Ted Jones Entrepreneurial Award (1,442 recipients firmwide)

− Edward Jones Sr Founders Achievement Award (1,497 recipients firmwide)

"Earning these awards is a real honor. As I partner with clients to make a meaningful difference in their lives, my relationships with them continue to grow. It's a personally and professionally rewarding experience, and I am grateful to those who put their trust in me," said Eckhardt. "The fact that each award was named after a firm legend makes them all the more meaningful."

The Edward Jones branch−office business model, with more than 15,000 branches throughout North America, allows the firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors to identify what matters most to each individual client and create personalized strategies, with the goal of developing long−lasting relationships to help keep them on track toward their goals. The Edward Jones branch−office business model, with more than 15,000 branches throughout North America, allows the firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors to identify what matters most to each individual client and create personalized strategies, with the goal of developing long−lasting relationships to help keep them on track toward their goals.

Learn more: https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/keith-eckhardt

Keith Eckhardt's office is located at 2950 Professional Place, Ste 205, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.

Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors serve more than 8 million clients with a total of $1.7 trillion in client assets under care at the end of March 2023. Edward Jones' purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 52,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of U.S. counties, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them. The Edward Jones website is at edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is careers. edwardjones.com. Member SIPC

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Keith Eckhardt of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Colorado Springs, Colorado, was recently recognized for his exceptional achievement in building client relationships. Eckhardt received two Achievement Awards during the regional meeting in Snowmass Village, Colorado.

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Rachel Slawson Crowned Miss Grand New York, Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Change

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Rachel Slawson, the trailblazing contestant who shattered boundaries as the first openly LGBTQ+ participant at Miss USA, has achieved another historic milestone by being crowned Miss Grand New York. Her remarkable journey serves as a powerful inspiration, redefining beauty pageants and championing inclusivity.

"Breaking barriers isn't just about making history, it's about reshaping the future," affirms Slawson. "As the first openly LGBTQ+ Miss USA contestant, and now the first queer person to compete in Miss Grand USA, representation means everything to me. It's a powerful reminder that our differences are our strengths, and that the world is ready to celebrate diversity in all its forms. I stand here, not just for myself, but for every young girl who dares to dream big, irrespective of who they love. Together, we're dismantling stereotypes, paving the way for a more inclusive world, and proving that love knows no boundaries. This is our moment, and I couldn't be prouder to be a part of it."

The Miss Grand United States pageant, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, will take place in Chicago, Illinois, at the Copernicus Center on Thursday, August 17. Miss Grand International (MGI), the organization behind the pageant, has gained tremendous popularity over the years, becoming the most talked-about and socially engaged beauty pageant worldwide.

Rachel Slawson's journey is one of unwavering determination and resilience. Beyond her groundbreaking achievement at Miss USA, she has overcome significant personal challenges, including autoimmune thyroid struggles, endometriosis battles, and the aftermath of a shattered engagement. Undeterred by life's obstacles, Slawson founded the I AM WHY Project, an initiative aimed at supporting individuals struggling with confidence, sexuality, and chronic mental wellness challenges. Her extraordinary story serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and an inspiration for those seeking healing and personal growth.

Through the I AM WHY Project, Slawson offers a comprehensive program that combines a two-month group coaching experience with a transformative four-day retreat. This initiative empowers individuals to nurture their mental health, awaken their self-healing power, and reclaim inspired living. Drawing from her own experiences, Slawson understands the depths of emotional turmoil and the strength it takes to rise above it. Her unique coaching approach and retreat provide a safe and supportive environment for participants to embark on their own journeys of healing.

"Amidst the storm of Hashimoto's, endometriosis, and a broken engagement, Rachel Slawson defied the odds, embodying the true essence of perseverance," states a close source. Slawson's ability to conquer each hurdle she faced serves as a living testament to the indomitable human spirit. Her triumphant journey resonates with individuals battling similar health issues and heartbreak, reminding them that even in the darkest moments, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Slawson's unwavering faith in God has been the driving force behind her resilience. "I made my name as an LGBTQ+ icon, but to be clear, my sexuality isn't what got me through the last few months. It was my faith in God. The only title that matters at this stage in my life is Jesus," she asserts. Her remarkable story showcases the power of faith and serves as a powerful inspiration to others navigating their own paths.

Having triumphed over autoimmune thyroid issues, endometriosis struggles, and the emotional hardships that accompanied them, Rachel Slawson is returning to the spotlight at Miami Swim Week. Her presence at this prestigious event is a testament to her unwavering resolve and determination, inspiring others to find their own path to the other side.

"From the depths of despair to a beacon of hope, Rachel Slawson's story serves as a powerful reminder that even in the most trying times, there is a way to reclaim happiness and fulfillment," says an admirer. Her journey from adversity to empowerment showcases her resilience and the strength that lies within her.

Rachel Slawson's impact reaches far beyond her groundbreaking participation at Miss USA. She has become an influential LGBTQ+ icon, breaking barriers and inspiring others with her unwavering resolve and determination. Through her work with Feelings Are Human, Slawson continues to uplift individuals, helping them rediscover their inner strength and embrace a journey of self-healing and personal growth.

About Rachel Slawson:

Rachel Slawson made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ contestant at Miss USA. She is a resilient advocate, overcoming autoimmune thyroid struggles, endometriosis battles, and the aftermath of a shattered engagement. Slawson's inspiring journey and her creation of Feelings Are Human, an initiative that supports individuals struggling with confidence, sexuality, and chronic mental wellness challenges, have solidified her status as an influential figure in the pageant industry and beyond.

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About Miss Grand USA:

Miss Grand USA is a prestigious beauty pageant that forms part of the internationally acclaimed Miss Grand International (MGI) beauty pageant. With its focus on promoting beauty, pageant platforms, and unique identities, Miss Grand USA showcases the talents and aspirations of remarkable women from across the United States. As a part of the MGI family, Miss Grand USA contributes to the grand experiences and global appeal of the renowned beauty pageant. Learn more: https://www.missgrandus.com/

Rachel Slawson, the trailblazing contestant who shattered boundaries as the first openly LGBTQ+ participant at Miss USA, has achieved another historic milestone by being crowned Miss Grand New York. Her remarkable journey serves as a powerful inspiration, redefining beauty pageants and championing inclusivity.

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TechGen Ranked on Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501 – Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- TechGen Consulting, Inc. has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501 rankings. For the past 17 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing. The Channel Futures MSP 501 survey examines organizational performance based on annual sales, recurring revenue, profit margins, revenue mix, growth, innovation and supported technologies.

MSPs that qualify for the list must pass a rigorous review conducted by the research team and editors of Channel Futures. It ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency.

Channel Futures is pleased to name TechGen Consulting, Inc. to the 2023 MSP 501.

"This is our second year applying for this prestigious award and we are beyond proud to be climbing the MSP 501 rankings!" said Reid Johnston, Founder at TechGen Consulting, Inc.

This year's list is one of the most competitive in the survey's history. Winners will be recognized on the Channel Futures website and honored during a special ceremony at the Channel Futures Leadership Summit, Oct. 30-Nov. 2, in Miami, Florida.

Since its inception, the MSP 501 has evolved from a competitive ranking into a vibrant group of innovators focused on high levels of customer satisfaction at small, medium and large organizations in public and private sectors. Many of their services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of cloud, security, collaboration and hybrid work forces.

"The 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 winners persevered through challenging times to become the highest-performing and most innovative IT providers in the industry today," said Jeff O'Heir, Channel Futures senior news editor and MSP 501 project manager. "The MSP 501 ranking doesn't award MSPs solely on their size and revenue. It acknowledges the business acumen, best practices and trusted advice they deliver to customers every day. They deserve the honor."

"We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 2023 winners, and gratitude to the thousands of MSPs that have contributed to the continuing growth and success of the managed services sector," said Kelly Danziger, general manager of Informa Tech Channels. "These providers are most certainly driving a new wave of innovation in the industry and are demonstrating a commitment to moving the MSP and entire channel forward."

The data collected by the annual NextGen 101 and MSP 501 drive Channel Futures' market intelligence insights, creating robust data sets and data-based trend reports that support our editorial coverage, event programming, community and networking strategies and educational offerings.

Background

The 2023 MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Futures research and editorial teams. Data was collected online from February to May, 2023. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors.

About TechGen Consulting, Inc.

Since 2000 TechGen Consulting, Inc. ("TechGen") has been helping small to mid-sized businesses grow and maintain their scalability through technology. TechGen is an award-winning managed service provider delivering customized and responsive IT solutions that accelerates business growth, improves employee productivity, and strengthens cybersecurity.

TechGen is committed to providing exceptional technical support and systems management to every client. They also take pride in solving business technology gaps quickly, affordably, and reliably. Learn more: https://techgen.com/.

About Channel Futures

Channel Futures is a media and events destination for the information and communication technologies (ICT) channel community. We provide information, perspective and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagents and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers.

Our properties include many awards programs such as the Channel Futures MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo, Channel Futures Leadership Summit, Women's Leadership Summit, the MSP Summit and Channel Partners Europe; and a DEI Community Group, our initiative to educate, support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in the ICT channel industry. Channel Futures is where the world meets the channel; we are leading Channel Partners forward. More information is available at channelfutures.com.

Channel Futures is part of Informa Tech, a market-leading B2B information provider with depth and specialization in ICT sector. Every year, we welcome 14,000+ subscribers to our research, more than 4 million unique monthly visitors to our digital communities, 18,200+ students to our training programs and 225,000 delegates to our events.

TechGen Consulting, Inc. has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501 rankings. Channel Futures is pleased to name TechGen Consulting, Inc. to the 2023 MSP 501.

Related link: https://techgen.com/

Aligned Ranked #33 on Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List

ALEXANDRIA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aligned Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the past 17 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing. The Channel Futures MSP 501 survey examines organizational performance based on annual sales, recurring revenue, profit margins, revenue mix, growth, innovation, and supported technologies.

MSPs that qualify for the list must pass a rigorous review conducted by the research team and editors of Channel Futures. It ranks applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency.

Channel Futures is pleased to name Aligned Technology Solutions to the 2023 MSP 501.

"We are absolutely elated to rank 33rd on Channel Futures' MSP 501 list," said Don Sauer, Cofounder, Aligned Technology Solutions. "This recognition highlights our team's diligence in keeping Aligned innovative and growing."

"It truly is an honor to share this award with our team," said Gar Whaley, Cofounder, Aligned Technology Solutions. "Their dedication to our client's mission allows us to continually provide exceptional, forward-thinking service and solutions to them. This ranking is truly a testament to our team's relentless dedication - especially those in customer service."

This year's list is one of the most competitive in the survey's history. Winners will be recognized on the Channel Futures website and honored during a special ceremony at the Channel Futures Leadership Summit, Oct. 30-Nov. 2, in Miami, Florida.

Since its inception, the MSP 501 has evolved from a competitive ranking into a vibrant group of innovators focused on high levels of customer satisfaction at small, medium, and large organizations in public and private sectors. Many of their services and technology offerings focus on customer needs in the areas of cloud, security, collaboration, and hybrid work forces.

"The 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 winners persevered through challenging times to become the highest-performing and most innovative IT providers in the industry today," said Jeff O'Heir, Channel Futures senior news editor and MSP 501 project manager. "The MSP 501 ranking doesn't award MSPs solely on their size and revenue. It acknowledges the business acumen, best practices and trusted advice they deliver to customers every day. They deserve the honor."

"We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 2023 winners, and gratitude to the thousands of MSPs that have contributed to the continuing growth and success of the managed services sector," said Kelly Danziger, general manager of Informa Tech Channels. "These providers are most certainly driving a new wave of innovation in the industry and are demonstrating a commitment to moving the MSP and entire channel forward."

The data collected by the annual NextGen 101 and MSP 501 drive Channel Futures' market intelligence insights, creating robust data sets and data-based trend reports that support our editorial coverage, event programming, community and networking strategies and educational offerings.

Background

The 2023 MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Futures research and editorial teams. Data was collected online from February to May, 2023. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors.

About Aligned Technology Solutions

Aligned Technology Solutions is an award-winning service provider that has supported organizations in leveraging and managing their technology since 2010. Small- to medium-sized businesses gain a powerful marketplace advantage when they partner with Aligned because they gain access to the latest in IT outsourcing, cybersecurity, compliance, and cloud solutions. A core belief demonstrated by the Aligned team is that all partners deserve world-class concierge care from highly skilled professionals. https://www.myalignedit.com/

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About Channel Futures

Channel Futures is a media and events destination for the information and communication technologies (ICT) channel community. We provide information, perspective and connection for the entire channel ecosystem, including solution providers (SPs), managed service providers (MSPs), managed security service providers (MSSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), value-added resellers (VARs) and distributors, technology solutions brokerages, subagents and agents, as well as leading technology vendor partners and communication providers.

Our properties include many awards programs such as the Channel Futures MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry; Channel Partners events, which delivers unparalleled in-person events including Channel Partners Conference & Expo, Channel Futures Leadership Summit, Women's Leadership Summit, the MSP Summit and Channel Partners Europe; and a DEI Community Group, our initiative to educate, support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in the ICT channel industry. Channel Futures is where the world meets the channel; we are leading Channel Partners forward. More information is available at channelfutures.com.

Channel Futures is part of Informa Tech, a market-leading B2B information provider with depth and specialization in ICT sector. Every year, we welcome 14,000+ subscribers to our research, more than 4 million unique monthly visitors to our digital communities, 18,200+ students to our training programs and 225,000 delegates to our events.

Aligned Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the past 17 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted applications for inclusion on this prestigious and definitive listing.

Related link: https://www.myalignedit.com/

Capstone Logistics Named Supply Chain Management Partner of the Year by Nissan North America

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capstone Logistics, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named Partner of the Year by Nissan North America. The company was honored in the Supply Chain Management category at Nissan's recent Annual Supplier Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

Capstone earned the honor for its exceptional service throughout Nissan's North American logistics network, particularly its warehouse management services supporting manufacturing operations in Canton, Mississippi.

Chris Bray, Executive Vice President of Capstone Logistics, expressed gratitude for this recognition, stating, "This achievement reflects our focus and unwavering dedication to service and partnership. We sincerely appreciate Nissan North America for acknowledging Capstone with this award."

This accolade highlights Capstone's expanding expertise in the automotive logistics sector, further solidifying the company's position as a trusted partner within Nissan's supply chain ecosystem.

About Capstone Logistics:

Capstone Logistics, headquartered in Peachtree Corners, GA, is a leading third-party logistics company. It provides warehouse services, freight management, and final-mile distribution solutions throughout the United States. Capstone partners with some of the world's most-recognized brands throughout a variety of industries, including retail, grocery, automotive, food manufacturing, home improvement, healthcare, and more. To learn more about Capstone, visit: https://www.capstonelogistics.com/.

Capstone Logistics, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named Partner of the Year by Nissan North America. The company was honored in the Supply Chain Management category at Nissan's recent Annual Supplier Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

Related link: https://www.capstonelogistics.com/

National Pygmy Goat Association Crowns 2023 National Champions

SEATTLE, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Champion Challenge held in Red Bluff, California, June 9, 2023.

Buck Class:

The National Champion Buck is Fair View OhMickeyYourSoFine owned by Laurie Zeise and Kaylee Hettinger. First runner up is Ridgeline Farms Premier Pursuit owned by Niccole Boies and second runner up is Goose Meadow Kayden owned by Niccole Boies and Jerrod Alcaida.

"Kaylee and I are so very grateful to have this piece of the legends before him," said Laurie Zeise. "My deepest appreciation to Diane Keith, Dr. Elaine Krieg, Michelle Fonda, for sharing in the true wealth of these lines. I'm still ridin' cloud nine. Oh Micky yoursofine, your so fine you blow my mind. Hey Mickey!"

Doe Class:

The National Champion Doe is Country Critters Design My Dream owned by Karen Crawford. First runner up is Twilight Valley Zabby owned by Rebecca Zimmerman and second runner up was a tie between "R" Wild West Pygmy's Butterscotch owned by Denise Aragon and Just About Believing Khalea owned by Gemma Kress and Emily Schiffman.

"I was in complete shock and then really emotional," said Karen Crawford. "This means so much to me because she is the daughter of the 2019 National Champion Doe. These wins are very emotional and personal to me because I lost my father at that time and family is so important to me."

Wether Class:

The National Champion Wether is Twilight Valley Zaire owned by Rebecca Zimmerman. First runner up is Country Critters Dayne owned by Lauren Nelson and second runner up is Park's Ark Pygmies Onyx owned by Ian and Shannon Parks.

"I was shocked and that's probably an understatement," said Rebecca Zimmerman. "I never would have thought he would have been chosen National Champion Wether. It was an amazing experience and I'm thrilled his sister was selected first runner up doe; super proud of my babies."

"Congratulations to all the winners," said Darren Watkins, President of the National Pygmy Goat Association. "It was clear, their hard work paid off with beautiful animals deserving of this title."

About National Pygmy Goat Association:

The National Pygmy Goat Association is the official breed registry for Pygmy Goats in the United States. Founded in 1976, the NPGA sets breed standards, provides animal registration, maintains a database of pedigrees, certifies judges, and sanctions pygmy goat shows.

For more information visit https://www.npga-pygmy.com/

The National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Champion Challenge held in Red Bluff, California, June 9, 2023. The National Champion Buck is Fair View OhMickeyYourSoFine owned by Laurie Zeise and Kaylee Hettinger. First runner up is Ridgeline Farms Premier Pursuit owned by Niccole Boies and second runner up is Goose Meadow Kayden owned by Niccole Boies and Jerrod Alcaida.

Related link: https://www.npga-pygmy.com/

ACES Quality Management named 2023 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, has been named one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The awards program was created in 2017 and is a project of Arizent and Best Companies Group.

This annual survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in the financial technology industry. Companies recognized on this year's list operate in and serve companies and consumers in a wide range of financial services, including banking and mortgages, insurance, payments and financial advisory. The 2023 list included 50 companies and was published by Arizent brands American Banker, National Mortgage News, PaymentsSource, Financial Planning and Digital Insurance.

"At ACES, we pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, and this people-first mentality naturally extends to our personnel," said CEO Trevor Gauthier. "Our dedicated staff of industry experts is the backbone of our industry-leading software, and without them, ACES would not be where it is today. The importance of employee feedback in the judging process for this designation makes this honor especially gratifying."

Companies from across the United States entered a two-part survey process to determine Arizent's Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company's workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration and survey process, analyzed the data and determined the final ranking.

"Some of the most intriguing technology advances in financial services are developed within fintech firms that partner or compete with traditional banks," said Penny Crosman, executive editor of technology at American Banker. "Best Places to Work in Financial Technology provides a closer look at some of these companies and the culture and benefits that help them attract top talent."

For more information on Arizent's Best Places to Work in Financial Technology program, including full eligibility criteria, visit www.BestPlacestoWorkFinTech.com or write to penny.crosman@arizent.com.

About ACES Quality Management:

ACES Quality Management is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. The nation's most prominent lenders, servicers and financial institutions rely on ACES Quality Management & Control® software to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs, including:

* 60% of the top 50 independent mortgage lenders;

* 8 of the top 10 loan servicers;

* 11 of the top 30 retail banks; and

* 3 of the top 5 credit unions in the United States.

Unlike other quality control platforms, only ACES delivers Flexible Audit Technology, which gives independent mortgage lenders and financial institutions the ability to easily manage and customize ACES to meet their business needs without having to rely on IT or other outside resources. Using a customer-centric approach, ACES clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.acesquality.com or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, has been named one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The awards program was created in 2017 and is a project of Arizent and Best Companies Group.

Related link: https://www.acesquality.com/

The Pap Corps Makes Historic $8.4 Million Donation for Cancer Research – Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center to Benefit from Nonprofit’s Largest Gift

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research (thepapcorps.org) recently presented a historic donation to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center of $8.4 million. This gift came in two parts, $3.4 million through the volunteers' fundraising efforts and $5 million from an anonymous donor. This is the largest single gift in the nonprofit's 70-year history. The Pap Corps supports research for all types of cancer at Sylvester and has over 20,000 volunteer members in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.

"We are thrilled to make this unprecedented gift to Sylvester," said Sally Berenzweig, CEO of The Pap Corps. "Thanks to the tremendous efforts of our members and the incredible generosity of our anonymous donor, this gift will be used to support groundbreaking research that results in lifesaving treatments for cancer patients."

During the check presentation event, which took place at Boca West Country Club, Dr. Antonio Iavarone, the deputy director of Sylvester and a renowned expert in glioblastoma and other aggressive brain tumors, spoke to the over 400 members in attendance about the outstanding advances that are occurring thanks to cancer research. During his presentation, he acknowledged the incomparable support of The Pap Corps members and thanked them for their untiring dedication.

"Today was one of the most exciting days in the history of The Pap Corps," said Susan Dinter, Chair. "We are so grateful for the remarkable support of our members, who work tirelessly year after year to fund these multimillion-dollar donations, and to our benevolent donor whose commitment to our mission inspires us all! For 70 years, we have supported cancer research and will continue to do so until a cure can be found."

June is National Cancer Survivor Month and thanks to incredible advances during the past decades, death rates have declined, but The Pap Corps' job is far from over. The members of this organization know that revolutionary new treatments are on the horizon, but funding is critical to reach the next level of success. Achieving greater survival rates, year after year, is what keeps the organizations' over 20,000 members motivated!

To join The Pap Corps, learn more at: https://www.thepapcorps.org/.

About The Pap Corps:

Since its founding in 1952, The Pap Corps, a 501(c)(3), has donated more than $110 million to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, including a historic $50 million pledge in 2016. The Pap Corps derives its name from Dr. George Papanicolaou, a pioneer in cytopathology and early cancer detection, who introduced the world to the revolutionary 'Pap' test. A small group of women began the organization to support his efforts, and over the decades it has grown into an organization of over 20,000 men and women, in over 50 chapters, raising funds to support research for all types of cancers.

About Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center:

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth - University of Miami Health System and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, is the only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated and nationally ranked cancer center in South Florida. NCI designation recognizes that Sylvester has met the most rigorous standards for cancer research, beginning in our laboratories, extending to patient care, and meeting specific needs in our community. Sylvester is known as South Florida's leader in patient-focused cancer research and care, offering the only Phase 1 Clinical Trials program - the first step in evaluating how patients respond to the latest investigational treatments.

NCI designation further expands Sylvester's ability to provide access to novel therapies through more clinical trials and collaboration with other designated centers. Equipped with a highly qualified team of more than 2,400 cancer-focused physicians, researchers and support staff working together, Sylvester discovers, develops, and delivers more precision cancer care. To serve current and future patients, Sylvester has a network of conveniently located outpatient treatment facilities throughout South Florida.

The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research (thepapcorps.org) recently presented a historic donation to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center of $8.4 million. This gift came in two parts, $3.4 million through the volunteers' fundraising efforts and $5 million from an anonymous donor. This is the largest single gift in the nonprofit's 70-year history.

Related link: https://www.thepapcorps.org/

Eleven Bay Area Women Win 2023 Financial Women of San Francisco Scholarships

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names eleven students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2023 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded more than $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

"We are so proud of this year's winners of our scholarships," says Denise Rigli, FWSF's 2023 President. "These accomplished women come from diverse backgrounds and have shown remarkable resilience and determination in their efforts to pursue their educational goals in finance and accounting. And we are grateful to our generous donors and supporters who have helped make this happen."

The FWSF scholarships - $10,000 for undergraduate and $15,000 for graduate students - support each recipient's educational goals. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients also receive mentorship from FWSF members and the opportunity to attend career development and networking events.

Each recipient is an academic and community leader whose goals align with FWSF's mission to empower and support women in finance. They have founded non-profits, led university clubs and organizations, and served on Boards. Along with a drive to excel in finance, they share a passion to uplift, inspire, and help others-especially women and minorities-by mentoring, volunteering, and supporting their peers and communities.

2023 Graduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Aditi Bagepalli - Santa Clara University

* Katherine Gruneisen - Stanford University

* Marwa Ibrahim - Dominican University of California

* Akansha Singh - The Wharton School

* Lisa Tran - San Jose State University

* Antonia Urovsky - University of San Francisco

2023 Undergraduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Snehal Chopra - Saint Mary's College of California

* Jasmin Krishna - California State University, East Bay

* Hiya Rakesh Shah- Stanford University

* Radha Singh - University of California, Berkeley

* Aliyah Sosa - Saint Mary's College of California

For more information about FWSF or to become a member, click here - https://financialwomensf.org/membership/

For more information please visit http://financialwomensf.org/ or follow the Financial Women of San Francisco on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

For over 60 years, Financial Women of San Francisco has sought to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area.

The organization's membership includes women in positions of influence within the financial services sector and women who hold senior level positions within non-finance companies, government agencies, and the non-profit sector. Members include CEOs, CFOs, corporate treasurers, CPAs, attorneys, commercial and private bankers, investment advisors, fund managers, securities analysts, administrators, financial planners, consultants, recruiters, and marketers.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names eleven students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2023 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded more than $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

Denver Post Names ACES Quality Management a Recipient of Colorado Top Workplaces 2023 Award

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced it has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2023 honor by Denver Post Top Workplaces.

"ACES is proud to call Colorado home. While some of our team is remote, we have a tremendously talented workforce that operates out of our corporate headquarters in Denver and the surrounding area," said CEO Trevor Gauthier. "As much as we value our customers, we hold our employees in the same regard. Our success and innovative software solutions - not to mention this honor - would not be possible without them."

The Top Workplaces list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.

"Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. "That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they're allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends."

About Energage

Making the world a better place to work together.™

Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 16 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations,  Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

About ACES Quality Management:

ACES Quality Management is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. The nation's most prominent lenders, servicers and financial institutions rely on ACES Quality Management & Control® software to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs, including:

* 60% of the top 50 independent mortgage lenders;

* 8 of the top 10 loan servicers;

* 11 of the top 30 retail banks; and

* 2 of the top 3 credit unions in the United States.

Unlike other quality control platforms, only ACES delivers Flexible Audit Technology, which gives independent mortgage lenders and financial institutions the ability to easily manage and customize ACES to meet their business needs without having to rely on IT or other outside resources. Using a customer-centric approach, ACES clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.acesquality.com or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced it has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2023 honor by Denver Post Top Workplaces.

Related link: https://www.acesquality.com/

Melinda Harris of Down Payment Resource named a 2023 Trailblazer by PROGRESS in Lending Association

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting home buyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Director of Marketing Melinda Harris was selected to PROGRESS in Lending Association's list of 2023 Sales, Marketing and Public Relations Trailblazers. Now in its fourth year, the Trailblazers award program honors the most impactful sales, marketing and PR visionaries in the mortgage industry.

After joining DPR as a startup in 2008, Harris set her sights on raising consumer and industry awareness about how down payment assistance (DPA) programs can help people attain the dream of homeownership. By developing marketing collateral focused on debunking common myths surrounding homebuyer assistance, Harris is making DPA knowledge more mainstream and local program information easily accessible.

"Harris has been with DPR since day one - a testament to her dedication to inclusive, affordable homeownership for all," said DPR Founder and CEO Rob Chrane. "She embodies a marketing Trailblazer with her skill for crafting stories that educate and motivate players in our industry to embrace DPA."

Harris' marketing leadership has brought DPR to the forefront of the housing accessibility movement. In 2022 alone, her efforts helped drive an astounding 26,659 webinar registrations with a 43% attendance rate, more than double DPR's monthly website views, increase web conversion rates by 10% and grow Down Payment Connect subscribers by 200%.

"Being recognized as a 2023 Trailblazer by PROGRESS in Lending is an incredible honor," said Harris. "This accolade enhances my commitment to supporting DPR's lender, real estate agent, MLS and consumer listing site partners as they connect families with the financial assistance they need to build generational wealth through homeownership."

To view the complete list of 2023 Sales, Marketing and PR Trailblazers, visit https://mymortgagemindset.com/the-2023-trailblazers-award-winners-are/.

About Down Payment Resource:

Down Payment Resource (DPR) is an award-winning technology provider helping the housing industry connect homebuyers with the homebuyer assistance they need. With tool sets tailored for real estate agents, multiple listing services and mortgage lenders, DPR's technology empowers housing professionals to make affordable home financing opportunities more accessible while growing business and forging referral partnerships. The only organization to track the details of every U.S. homebuyer assistance program, DPR frequently lends its expertise to nonprofits, housing finance agencies, policymakers, government-sponsored enterprises, think tanks and trade organizations seeking to improve housing affordability. Its technology is used by five of the top 10 retail mortgage lenders by volume, three of the four largest real estate listing websites and 500,000 real estate agents. For more information, visit https://downpaymentresource.com/.

Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting home buyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Director of Marketing Melinda Harris was selected to PROGRESS in Lending Association's list of 2023 Sales, Marketing and Public Relations Trailblazers.

Related link: https://www.downpaymentresource.com/

Sun Sentinel Names Spodak Dental Group a Winner of the South Florida Top Workplaces 2023 Award

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group has been awarded the No. 45 Top Workplaces 2023 honor by The Sun Sentinel in the small business category. This is the seventh time that the Group has won the award.

The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of an employee feedback, confidential survey that uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization, including alignment, execution, and connection, and more.

"It is such an honor to be recognized as a Top Workplace for the seventh time," said Dr. Craig Spodak, general dentist at Spodak Dental Group. "Our team members are the heart of our organization, and they are what truly make our company a top place to work, grow and serve our family of patients."

The South Florida Sun Sentinel surveyed 43,439 employees in South Florida to find the best places to work. More than 19,000 employees from 3,929 organizations responded to the survey.

The top 129 companies and organizations were selected for the ﬁnal ranking of the Top Workplaces, in categories of small, medium and large businesses. Spodak Dental Group is ranked No. 45 of 79 small businesses.

"Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. "That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they're allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends."

The Spodak Dental Group, an Inc. 5000 honoree, has evolved to become South Florida's premier, comprehensive dental facility, and comprises a world-class association of dental professionals poised to provide full-service dental care second-to-none in both scope and skill. The Spodak Dental Group team includes General and Restorative Dentists, Endodontists, Periodontists, Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Master Ceramic Artists and Anesthesiologists, as well as one of the nation's only in-office dental labs.

Spodak Dental Group is located at 3911 W. Atlantic Ave. Call or text (561) 303-2413 or visit https://www.SpodakDental.com/ for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Spodak Dental Group has been awarded the No. 45 Top Workplaces 2023 honor by The Sun Sentinel in the small business category. This is the seventh time that the Group has won the award. The Spodak Dental Group, an Inc. 5000 honoree, has evolved to become South Florida's premier, comprehensive dental facility.

Related link: https://www.spodakdental.com/

NotaryCam’s Brian Webster named Inman Best of Finance award winner

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization and identity verification/authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced that NotaryCam president Brian Webster has been recognized as one of 2023's Best in Finance by Inman. The Inman Best of Finance Awards celebrate those at the forefront of the mortgage and finance space.

As President, Webster leads NotaryCam's strategic growth and focus on expanding the company's remote online notarization (RON) products and services, emphasizing increasing mortgage and real estate adoption. He has also held senior leadership positions at both Freedom Mortgage and Wells Fargo, where he led digital transformation initiatives focusing on eMortgage program implementations.

The inaugural class of Inman's Best of Finance award winners have distinguished themselves by their commitment to innovation, service and their impact on the residential lending industry. Their leadership is reshaping the mortgage space for the professional community and consumers alike. The Best of Finance Award is the latest in Inman's year-long expansion of its real estate awards program, which includes the legendary Inman Innovator Awards, first bestowed in 1998.

"It is an honor to be recognized as a leader in mortgage and finance by one of the premier publications in the real estate space," said NotaryCam president Brian Webster. "This award is a recognition of both my and NotaryCam's dedication to expanding RON and digital mortgage adoption throughout the financial services industry. As NotaryCam focuses on the future of RON and eClosing transactions, we will strive to remain one of the best service providers in finance and continue to provide the best experience possible to all our users."

Webster continues to lead NotaryCam in expanding its impact throughout the mortgage industry, and a partnership with a law firm has helped NotaryCam add loan modification transactions to its portfolio. Through this partnership, servicing clients have reduced turn times and costs, shortened the execution timeline and reduced or even eliminated the need for overnight shipping.

"For the first time in Inman history, we are shining a spotlight on the companies and individuals helping to raise the bar for mortgage and financial services. Their dedication to the communities they serve is driving change across our industry," said Emily Paquette, Inman chief executive officer.

To view the full list of Inman Best of Finance winners, visit https://www.inman.com/best-of-finance-awards.

About NotaryCam, a Stewart Company

NotaryCam, a Stewart-owned company, is the leader in online notarization and mortgage eClosing solutions, having notarized documents worldwide for more than a million customers in all 50 states and more than 146 countries. The company's eClose360® platform delivers the "perfect" online mortgage closing in every jurisdiction and supports all eClosing scenarios - RON, IPEN or Hybrids - with a flexible workflow for document recording and unparalleled identity verification, security and customer convenience. In addition to real estate transactions, NotaryCam provides RON services to many Fortune 500 companies as well as small and midsize businesses and includes the execution of employment-related documents, legal docs (e.g., power of attorneys) and Apostilles. The company also proudly maintains an industry-leading 99.8 percent customer satisfaction rating and the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) amongst the best global tech brands.

Visit https://www.notarycam.com for additional information or to get a document notarized today.

About Inman

Inman is the leading news source for real estate agents, brokers, executives and technology leaders who gain useful advice on the industry's top stories, trends and developments that help them grow their businesses and stay ahead of the competition. With an audience of over one million professionals, Inman's pages and stages are where the industry goes to find the most innovative ideas and new business models, through our website, newsletters, events, awards, education, research, and subscriptions.

NotaryCam, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization and identity verification/authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced that NotaryCam president Brian Webster has been recognized as one of 2023's Best in Finance by Inman. The Inman Best of Finance Awards celebrate those at the forefront of the mortgage and finance space.

Related link: https://www.notarycam.com/

FormFree’s Brent Chandler named an Inman Best of Finance award honoree

ATHENS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- FormFree(R) today announced that its founder and CEO Brent Chandler was named to Inman's 2023 Best of Finance award program, which recognizes the leaders who are reshaping the mortgage and finance industries for both professionals and consumers. The inaugural class of Inman's Best of Finance winners were honored for their unwavering commitment to innovation and service in the residential mortgage space.

"For the first time in Inman history, we are shining a spotlight on the companies and individuals helping to raise the bar for mortgage and financial services," said Emily Paquette, Inman chief executive officer. "Their dedication to the communities they serve is driving change across our industry."

Inman recognized Chandler for revolutionizing the way lenders operate with FormFree's Residual Income Knowledge Index(tm) (RIKI(tm)), which provides insight into consumers' ability to pay by analyzing borrower-permissioned bank transaction data. RIKI's groundbreaking capabilities help financial institutions offer a more inclusive path to homeownership for consumers with thin credit files or no credit score.

Chandler was also honored for being the mastermind behind FormFree's Passport(R) mobile app. Passport verifies and perpetually updates consumers' Financial DNA(R) - identity, assets, income, employment, public records and credit data - in a secure, sharable token. The app puts consumers in control of their self-sovereign financial identity (SSFI) and facilitates seamless sharing with lenders.

"It's an honor to be recognized by Inman's Best of Finance award program for the work we are doing at FormFree to revolutionize the way lenders serve fiscally responsible consumers that don't fit the traditional credit mold," said Chandler. "RIKI and Passport are important to making home homeownership more inclusive and accessible."

The complete list of Inman's 2023 Best of Finance Award winners is available online at https://www.inman.com/best-of-finance-awards/.

About FormFree(R)

FormFree helps lenders understand credit risk like never before with its patented Passport(R) product, which opens doors to more inclusive credit decisioning by revealing each customer's true ability to pay (ATP(R)), and patent-pending Residual Knowledge Income Index(tm) (RIKI(tm)), an innovative method for evaluating consumer creditworthiness based on residual income analysis. For more information, visit https://www.formfree.com/ or follow FormFree on LinkedIn.

FormFree(R) today announced that its founder and CEO Brent Chandler was named to Inman's 2023 Best of Finance award program, which recognizes the leaders who are reshaping the mortgage and finance industries for both professionals and consumers. The inaugural class of Inman's Best of Finance winners were honored for their unwavering commitment to innovation and service in the residential mortgage space.

Related link: https://www.formfree.com/

JTC CPAs Takes Home Top Honors at Idaho’s Best Awards 2023, Solidifying Their Place as State’s Premier Accounting Firm

BOISE, Idaho /ScoopCloud/ -- JTC CPAs, a leading accounting firm based in Idaho, is thrilled to announce their recent award-winning recognition as the 2023 best accountant in both Treasure Valley and statewide in Idaho. Winning the 2023 Best CPA for Treasure Valley and Best Statewide Accountant in Idaho awards is a great achievement for JTC CPAs, and it reflects the firm's dedication to excellence in the field of accounting. Both of these awards are a testament to the firm's commitment to providing high-quality accounting services and outstanding customer service to their clients in Idaho and beyond.

Who We Are

As a full-service accounting firm, JTC CPAs offers a wide range of accounting services, including tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, business advisory, and bookkeeping services. Using a unique team approach to small business accounting, JTC CPAs provides personalized attention to each client, taking the time to understand their unique needs and goals and providing tailored, team-driven solutions to help them achieve their financial objectives.

JTC CPAs' team of highly qualified and experienced bookkeepers and accountants are committed to staying current with the latest developments in bookkeeping and accounting standards and regulations, ensuring that clients receive the most accurate and reliable financial advice and guidance.

Awarded Best Accountant

JTC CPAs received two awards for their outstanding accounting services: 2023 Best CPA for Treasure Valley and 2023 Best Statewide Accountant in Idaho. These awards were selected through a rigorous process that involved evaluation of different accounting firms based on various criteria.

The selection process for the awards was conducted by a panel of judges who evaluated each accounting firm based on their expertise, customer service, reputation, and community involvement. The judges took into consideration feedback from clients and industry experts, as well as the overall performance of the firms.

JTC CPAs was recognized for their exceptional accounting services, personalized attention to clients, and commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in accounting standards and regulations. The firm's high level of expertise, experience, and customer service made them stand out from the competition, leading to their selection as the Best CPA for Treasure Valley and Best Statewide Accountant in Idaho.

These awards are a reflection of JTC CPAs' commitment to providing outstanding accounting services to clients across the state. The firm's focus on delivering personalized attention and tailored, team-driven solutions to clients has helped them build a strong reputation in the industry and earn the trust and loyalty of their clients.

Success in Accounting

JTC CPAs' success can be attributed to several key factors, including their expertise, professionalism, and client-centered approach. First and foremost, JTC CPAs' team of highly qualified and experienced accountants is a significant factor in their success. They have a deep understanding of the complexities of accounting and taxation, as well as stay current with the latest developments in accounting standards and regulations. This expertise enables JTC CPAs to provide their clients with accurate and reliable financial advice and guidance.

Another crucial factor that has contributed to their success is JTC CPAs' professionalism. They maintain the highest standards of professionalism in their work, ensuring that their clients receive the best possible service. From their timely and accurate reporting to their transparent communication with clients, JTC CPAs' professionalism is evident in every aspect of their work.

Additionally, JTC CPAs' client-centered approach has played a critical role in their success. They understand that every client has unique needs and goals, and they take the time to understand these needs and provide tailored solutions that are specific to each client's situation. This approach has helped them build strong relationships with their clients, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Up To Date

Overall, JTC CPAs' commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in accounting standards and regulations is also a significant factor in their success. This commitment ensures that they are always providing their clients with the most accurate and reliable financial advice and guidance, even as the accounting landscape continues to evolve.

While a lot of firms can also claim some of these attributes, JTC CPAs combine all of these attributes as part of their unique team-driven approach for an elevated client-centered experience. But don't just take their word for it...here are a few comments from clients:

"Any question or concern we have ever had, they have done whatever that could to explain it. We truly appreciate everyone at JTC CPAs." ~Steve

"Informative, patient, quick, friendly, organized, & caring." ~Molly

"It's always a pleasure to use JTC CPAs for our tax preparation services."~Doug

Continued Effort Towards Education

JTC CPAs plans to continue investing in their team's education and training to stay current with the latest developments in accounting standards and regulations. This commitment to ongoing education and training for employees will ensure that JTC CPAs are always providing their clients with the most accurate and reliable financial advice and guidance.

Additionally, JTC CPAs plan to expand their services to meet the growing needs of their clients. They will continue to offer their existing services, such as tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, business advisory, and bookkeeping services. Still, plans are in the works to explore new service offerings that will provide their clients with even more comprehensive and tailored solutions to their financial needs.

Wrap Up

With gratitude and excitement, JTC CPAs is looking forward to the future as they continue to provide clients with the stellar service and commitment to quality work as they always have using their unique team-driven approach to provide the best client-centered experience in Idaho and beyond.

Learn more: https://jtcllp.com/

JTC CPAs, a leading accounting firm based in Idaho, is thrilled to announce their recent award-winning recognition as the 2023 best accountant in both Treasure Valley and statewide in Idaho. Winning the 2023 Best CPA for Treasure Valley and Best Statewide Accountant in Idaho awards is a great achievement for JTC CPAs, and it reflects the firm's dedication to excellence in the field of accounting.

Related link: https://jtcllp.com/

Scientology Media Productions Earns Its Platinum Wings At Hermes Creative Awards

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Scientology Media Productions was just honored with four Hermes Creative Awards, the international competition recognizing creative excellence in marketing and communications content. With the four wins, including two Platinum Awards for the Church of Scientology 2022 Super Bowl ad, Scientology Media Productions has now won a total of 130 industry awards.

The Church's message to the world, "We Are Giants," premiered at the 2022 Super Bowl. The tenth successive Scientology ad to premiere at the game makes the declaration, "You are a giant tied down with string, and at any moment you can rise," and concludes with the statement, "The only question is, how?"

The ad has been viewed over 15 million times on YouTube and scored big with two platinum wins in the following Electronic Media/Social Media/Interactive Media category:

* Video - TV ad

* Video Creativity - Videography

The community service ad "Our Help Is Yours," with its tagline of "We're here to better the world," won a Gold Award for Web Creativity-Use of Multi-Media. The ad conveys the Scientology religion's local and global presence and its absolute commitment to providing help wherever and to whomever needed.

The interactive website "Our Help Is Yours," showing how the Church of Scientology works with communities internationally to better the world, won a Gold Award for Web Element-Microsite.

Scientology Media Productions is a state-of-the-art multimedia communications center in Hollywood and the home of Scientology Network. See more award-winning content at https://www.scientology.tv/.

About the Scientology Network:

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

LEARN MORE:

https://www.scientology.org/our-help-is-yours/

MULTIMEDIA:

VIDEO (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InDTLp63G7c&t=10s

Scientology Media Productions was just honored with four Hermes Creative Awards, the international competition recognizing creative excellence in marketing and communications content.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces the winners of its Call-for-Scores and Concerto Competition

LOWELL, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra congratulates composers Cory Brodack and Martin Max Schreiner for winning the orchestra's 2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Call-for-Scores, and marimba player Wei-Hsing Nikki Huang, for winning the 2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Concerto Competition.

In this third edition of the call for scores, two composers tied for first place. Both winners agreed to split the monetary prize, as well as the free year of publishing through Universal Edition's scodo. The seven judge panel chose both winners after two rounds, the last round completely anonymous, from among 182 entries, written by professional composers, students, amateurs, and ranging in a wide variety of genres - opera scenes, sinfoniettas, concertos, and diverse combinations of chamber ensembles.

The second edition of the concerto competition was also comprised of two rounds. The first round, being virtual, was comprised of about 140 videos of an eclectic and varied mix of instruments. Twelve finalist were invited to participate, one coming from as far as Japan. Huang, who will be heard performing in the LCO concert of February 3rd, 2024, is a Taiwanese artist based in Toronto. The second prize winner was a 12-years-old violinist who impressed with his technical mastery.

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra produces these competitions as part of their mission to promote the advancement of contemporary music, and give opportunities to young performers at the beginning of their performing careers. All of the LCO concerts are completely free and provide the Lowell greater area with a professional ensemble producing extremely high quality concerts without a socio-economic barrier.

Please consider donating to our end-of-season appeal by clicking here: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/endofseasonappeal

For more information about the winners, click on the links below:

2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Call-for-Scores: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/2023-call-for-scores

2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Concerto Competition: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/2023-concerto-competition

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra congratulates composers Cory Brodack and Martin Max Schreiner for winning the orchestra's 2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Call-for-Scores, and marimba player Wei-Hsing Nikki Huang, for winning the 2023 Lowell Chamber Orchestra Concerto Competition.

Related link: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/

Children’s Health Champion California Safe Schools Celebrates 25th Anniversary and Honors Earth Day Heroes

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Founded by Robina Suwol in 1998, California Safe Schools (CSS) is a children's environmental health and environmental justice non-profit. CSS achieved national and international prominence by spearheading the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy, and for the past 25 years been a leader in protecting children's health and the environment.

In honor of Earth Day, California Safe Schools celebrates outstanding heroes who strive daily to protect human health and our environment.

2023 Earth Day Heroes:

Patricia Hill began her career in front of the camera, then broke into production as the first female cameraperson. Her credits are innumerable: Cheers, Frasier, M*A*S*H, The Waltons, Everyone Loves Raymond and many others. Patricia has continually used her skills to help others. She documented an irrigation project by the Gambia River, was the photographer for Ted Danson's American Oceans Campaign later called Oceana, organized a delegation to document human rights violations in Central America and helped lobby in Washington. She also judged animated submissions for the Environmental Media Association.

Qihao Huang is a 12th grade student at Abraham Lincoln High School helping his community as a volunteer with Chinatown Community Equitable Development, Project Angel Food, Teens Leading Change, Chinatown Teen Council, and YUCA. Through his work, he has become aware of the challenges elderly face including language barriers.As a result, he has established his own non-profit to help low-income people as an advocate against gentrification, ensuring access to support and resources. Qihao also participates in community service events such as the Lincoln Park Clean-Up, LA Marathon, and Rose Parade.

Stephanie Lewis is a Senior Environmental Scientist at the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). Her main work focuses on working with California Native American Tribes to ensure that they are aware of investigative and remediation projects that are anticipated to take place on their culturally affiliated and sensitive lands. As an advocate for introducing young people to STEM, Stephanie serves on the board of the Hyde Park Organization Partnership for Empowerment, California Science Center Foundation MUSES program, which funds students to attend science classes, and is chair of the Los Angeles Council of Black Professional Engineers scholarship committee.

Adrian Martinez

Based in Los Angeles, Adrian works on clean air, clean energy, and healthy communities issues as a deputy managing attorney for Earthjustice in its "Right to Zero" campaign. He also serves as the Chair of Earthjustice's Transportation Practice Group. Adrian currently serves on San Pedro Bay Ports Sustainable Supply Chain Advisory Committee and the California Public Utilities Commission and California Energy Commission Disadvantaged Communities Advisory Committee. He co-teaches a class on Environmental Justice Law at the University of California Los Angeles. Adrian also volunteers on the board of several nonprofits and serves on the advisory board for the Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at UCLA Law School.

Caroline Martinez

Caroline is a first grader who is no stranger to environmental advocacy. She has attended many hearings with her father, Adrian Martinez of Earth Justice, to advocate for electric buses in Los Angeles. She aspires to be an electric car designer.

Chief Ernie P. Teutimez-Salas, Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians/Kizh Nation

Chief Ernie P. Teutimez -Salas has proven to be the most recognized and most accurately documented, direct lineal-descendant of former native ancestors of Kizh/Gabrieleño Villages or (rancherias), the villages of Sibangna Siba, Tameobit & Atongai / Tamet, from any Gabrieleño Indians in Gabrieleño History. Chief Salas is the grandchild of Nicolas Jose who was a man of great power and had an important part in the rebellion of 1784 at Mission San Gabriel. Chief Salas has taught his Tribe to have self-respect and to keep their culture and way of living alive while being the stewards of the land in its protection and preservation for future generations.

Matthew Teutimez

Matthew Teutimez has been designated by his Tribe to possess and share Kizh-Gabrieleño ecological knowledge and traditional practices taught to him by Chief Ernie P. Teutimez-Salas and Elders of the Kizh-Gabrieleño Tribe. He serves as the Tribal Biologist and Director of Resources, specializing in ethnobotanical and cultural uses of native flora and fauna. Matthew is the founder and executive director he Laboratory for Indigenous Knowledge Systems (LINKS), a non-profit created to integrate and apply indigenous methods and knowledge into environmental stewardship, food, medicine, and land management projects. Matthew is a member of the California Environmental Protection Agency's (CalEPA) Tribal Advisory Committee; CALEPA's Community Science Model Workgroup; the City of Los Angeles' Tree Ambassador Program; and Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment's Biodiversity Workgroup.

Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians/Kizh NationKizh (Kitc, Quiichi)

The People of the Willow and Tule Brush Houses.The Kizh name derives from the dome-style dwellings used for houses. For millennia, the Kizh have created a complex and beautiful culture, which included religion, astronomy, rich and varied cuisine, economy, and complex social structures. The Kizh developed ingenious ways to live sustainably from the gifts of the Creator on the land of the Los Angeles Basin and southern Channel Islands. The Kizh were one of two California tribes who mastered boat-building and developed a maritime culture utilizing the resources of the open ocean and coastal estuaries and bays. The lineage of the original people of the Los Angeles Basin still survives today within the Kizh Nation Tribe and its people continue to protect and preserve their cultural heritage, identity, and ancestral lands.

Robina Suwol, founder and executive director of California Safe Schools added, "In honoring these phenomenal self-less individuals, we are acknowledging their tremendous efforts that have resulted in the protection of not only current generations, but future generations to come."

Learn more: https://www.calisafe.org/

Founded by Robina Suwol in 1998, California Safe Schools (CSS) is a children's environmental health and environmental justice non-profit. CSS achieved national and international prominence by spearheading the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy, and for the past 25 years been a leader in protecting children's health and the environment.

Related link: http://www.calisafe.org/

Teresa Bryce Bazemore, Inspiring Leader of FHLBank San Francisco, Named FWSF Financial Woman of the Year 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Teresa Bryce Bazemore as the FWSF 2023 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Bazemore is the President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, whose mission is to provide its members with reliable access to low-cost liquidity, essential financial services and expertise, and resources for affordable housing and economic development. Teresa leads the cooperative FHLBank San Francisco in working with its member financial institutions to make the communities served more vibrant, equitable, and resilient.

Throughout her career, Teresa has been dedicated to strengthening communities and making a difference in people's lives. Early in her career, she served on a task force focused on increasing lending to low-to-moderate income people and people of color, an experience that sharpened her focus on expanding access to affordable housing and equitable homeownership opportunity. Teresa also encourages the next generation of leaders to explore career opportunities in the mortgage finance and affordable housing industries, because of how this work directly touches the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

Teresa also recognizes that her growth and career trajectory as a nationally recognized leader was influenced by many mentors and strong female role models. Teresa believes strongly in paying it forward and the FWSF shares Teresa's commitment to making an impact, to mentoring the next generation of leaders, and to advancing women. These are among the many reasons FWSF has named Teresa Bryce Bazemore its 2023 Financial Woman of the Year.

"I deeply appreciate being recognized by Financial Women of San Francisco, an organization that plays an important role in supporting women in my own organization as well as in the wider Bay Area financial services community," said Teresa Bryce Bazemore, president and CEO of FHLBank San Francisco. "It is an honor to be in the company of all the exceptional women leaders who have received this award in years past."

In addition to leading FHLBank San Francisco, Teresa serves on the Board of Directors of T. Rowe Price Funds and First Industrial Realty Trust. She has received many prestigious honors throughout her career. Most recently, during Women's History Month in March 2023 Teresa was highlighted as a "Woman Making History" for her work transcending barriers in the housing finance industry and creating a legacy for future generations. Teresa was named to Savoy magazine's 2022 list of Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America, which showcases executives, influencers, and achievers who demonstrate an exemplary record of accomplishments and influence while working to better their community and inspire others.

Denise Rigli, FWSF's 2023 President and a Partner at Armanino LLP, shared her excitement regarding this year's honoree, "As economic conditions continue to change and global events shape our financial environment, the world of lending can be a challenging one to navigate, especially for the low-to-moderate income community. It takes an outstanding leader to rise to these challenges and, through an unwavering commitment, make a positive impact on both people today and for generations to come. Teresa has focused her career on ensuring individuals and families have a place to call home and the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership. It is with great respect and admiration that we celebrate Teresa's outstanding accomplishments and honor her as this year's Financial Woman of the Year."

"At FHLBank San Francisco, we benefit as a business from building, nurturing, and leveraging a workforce that represents and reflects the wonderful diversity of the customers and communities we and our member financial institutions serve. The more diverse we are, the better we will be in the future," Bazemore says. "Women bring valuable perspectives to the table and while there has been progress in diversifying the financial sector, there is much work still to be done to achieve equitable representation at the C-level. I believe we have to be intentional about bringing more women into the industry and positioning them for success, which is why strong female role models, mentoring, educational and networking opportunities, and the scholarships that Financial Women of San Francisco provides are so important."

The Financial Woman of the Year award was established in 1996 to celebrate the organization's 40th anniversary. Past FWSF Presidents Leslie Miller and Shelly Porges created the Financial Woman of the Year event with the triple purpose of raising funds for FWSF's scholarship program, increasing awareness of FWSF, and honoring the careers of senior leaders in finance. Since then, it has provided a platform for high-achieving honorees to share their professional experience with others and to inspire other women in their own careers and ambitions. Teresa joins a distinguished list of former honorees including Nancy Pfund, Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners; Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton; Terri Kallsen, Chief Operating Officer at Wealth Enhancement Group; Heidi Roizen, Partner at Threshold Ventures; Robin Washington, former chief financial officer (CFO) of Gilead; Debbie Messemer, former managing partner of KPMG's Bay Area Market; Carrie Dolan, CFO of Kraken Digital Asset Exchange; Sarah Friar, CEO of Next Door and former CFO of Square; and Pat Yarrington, former CFO of Chevron.

About Teresa Bryce Bazemore:

Teresa Bryce Bazemore joined FHLBank San Francisco as president and chief executive officer in March 2021. She is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of executive experience building and leading both mortgage insurance and services businesses. As president of Radian Guaranty from 2008 until 2017, she oversaw strategic planning, business development, and operations for the mortgage insurance business line. Prior to becoming president, she served as Radian's executive vice president, general counsel, corporate secretary, and chief risk officer. Prior to Radian, Ms. Bazemore was senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary for Nexstar Financial Corporation and general counsel for the mortgage banking line of business at Bank of America. Ms. Bazemore served on FHLBank Pittsburgh's board of directors from 2017 to 2019. Professional appointments she has held include Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Economic Advisory Council, Fannie Mae National Advisory Council, and Consumer Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve. Bazemore received her B.A. from the University of Virginia and J.D. from Columbia University.

To learn more about Teresa Bryce Bazemore's incredible leadership and career, please visit: https://www.fhlbsf.com/about/leadership/leadership-team

About the Federal Home Loan Bank San Francisco:

The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources we provide to our member financial institutions-commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions-propel homeownership, expand access to quality housing, seed or sustain small businesses, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with our members and other partners, we are making the communities we serve more vibrant, equitable, and resilient. For more information about FHLBank San Francisco, please visit: https://www.fhlbsf.com/about.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

The Financial Women of San Francisco seeks to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to the FWSF's professional organization focused on advancing women, since 1985, the FWSF Scholarship Fund (a 501(c)3 organization) has awarded more than $2.7 million in scholarship grants to more than 325 Bay Area women. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients are mentored by FWSF members, become members of the organization, and attend career development and networking events.

For more information, please visit https://financialwomensf.org/ or follow Financial Women of San Francisco on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Teresa Bryce Bazemore as the FWSF 2023 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Bazemore is the President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, whose mission is to provide its members with reliable access to low-cost liquidity, essential financial services and expertise, and resources for affordable housing and economic development.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/