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ARMCO Executive Joins QC-Focused Panel for Mortgage Bankers Association’s Virtual Risk Management Conference

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt has been selected to speak on the topic of quality control during the MBA Live - Risk Management, QA and Fraud Prevention Forum 2020, hosted virtually September 15 - 16, 2020 by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

On Tuesday, September 15, Reichhardt will join the panel session "Underwriting & QA: How to Make QC a Profit Center" from 3 - 3:50 p.m. ET.

The panel will be moderated by Steve Spies, a consultant with SWS Risk Advisory LLC, and Jason Emory, Senior Vice President of Quality Control at PrimeLending will join Sharon as a panelist. The session will feature a discussion on how lenders mitigate the significant revenue and personnel resources devoted to QC by leveraging enhancements in technology, real-time data validation and outsourcing strategies.

"The MBA has put together a remarkable group of industry veterans for this panel, and I am honored to participate," said Reichhardt. "The COVID pandemic has placed a greater spotlight on new ways in which lenders can alleviate costs without sacrificing quality and I look forward to exploring those options on this panel."

In addition to Reichhardt's panel, ARMCO is also serving as the sole presenting sponsor for this year's virtual event.

"The MBA's RMQA Forum has always been the industry's premier event for mortgage quality control and risk management professionals, but the current economic uncertainty lends extra weight to the purpose of this year's event," said ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier. "In the spirit of facilitating the exchange of ideas and best practices for maintaining loan quality, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk, ARMCO is proud to be this year's presenting sponsor for RMQA, and we look forward to yet another first-rate MBA event."

For information regarding the virtual conference, visit https://www.mba.org/conferences-and-education/event-mini-sites/mba-live.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) 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 Audit Technology(tm) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs, including:
* 3 of the top 5 and more than 50% of the top 50 independent mortgage lenders;
* 2 of the top 5 loan servicers; and
* 2 of the top 5 depository institutions.

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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit https://www.armco.us/ or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt has been selected to speak on the topic of quality control during the MBA Live - Risk Management, QA and Fraud Prevention Forum 2020, hosted virtually September 15 - 16, 2020 by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

IDmission, LLC Announces Biometric Upgrade Path for Enterprise Security Access Points

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced its Identity Management System (IDMS) to significantly reduce unauthorized access to large multi-tenant facility access points.

With IDMS, large organizations can significantly control physical and logical access points throughout the enterprise. The upgrade solution provides the ability to augment existing systems for two factor authentication with biometric technology or totally replace outdated key card & PIN systems. The IDMS solution does not require additional investment in access hardware.

IDMS provides a multipoint improvement in access systems including quick employee onboarding and tracking with biometrics, highly secure access, Identity management, and reporting.

"As biometric technology continues to grow as a reliable authentication medium, there is a growing urgency for fast, reliable, and more secure verification of employees accessing secure locations and systems," said IDmission CEO Ashim Banerjee. "We have engineered a secure end-to-end solution that is easy to implement and does not require replacing your entire infrastructure."

An ideal security solution for airports, ammunition dumps, government facilities, hospitals, nuclear plants and powerplants, oil refineries, security firms, the armed forces, and any large company that uses key card access/badges, IDMS prevents illicit transfer of access key cards, PINS, and passwords to unauthorized employees and contractors for both physical and logical access points such PCs and other systems. IDmission combines standards compliant security with passive liveness detection. Invisible by design, it applies biometric science to create security that does not get in the way of doing business.

About IDmission

IDmission, a global leader in biometric and AI technology, reduces risk associated with false identities. It is one of only two U.S. based biotech providers, and the sole provider of a proprietary, end-to-end biotech solution for identity theft, through a comprehensive "Know Your Customer" (KYC) platform and automatic ID document analysis across 200 countries and four categories of biometrics: face, fingerprint, iris, and voice. For more information, contact sales@idmission.com

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IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced its Identity Management System (IDMS) to significantly reduce unauthorized access to large multi-tenant facility access points.

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

Molly Quinn Named First CEO of Blind Athletes Association

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- The United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) today announced that sports marketing professional Molly Quinn has been appointed chief executive officer of the 44-year-old organization that provides sports opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages and abilities, including at the international Paralympic level.

Quinn is USABA's first CEO, which until now has been led by an executive director position.

"Molly is uniquely qualified to take USABA to the next level, with her high-energy passion, past successful work outcomes, and proven abilities to provide transformative leadership," said Dr. Michael Bina, USABA chairman of the board. "We are grateful to executive director Mark Lucas for establishing the national Goalball Center of Excellence and earning our highly respected reputation within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic movement, the International Blind Sports Federation, and national blindness organizations."

Executive Director Lucas will report to the CEO.

Prior to the CEO appointment, Quinn served as Vice President, Fitness and Endurance Partnerships, for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. Among her successes was re-inventing the charity's largest fundraising event, substantially elevating the participation and revenue in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon.

Throughout her career, Quinn has established executive level contacts and relationships across sports agencies, brands, national governing bodies, and non-profits.

"I am honored to serve as USABA's first CEO. I'm confident we can be a bigger part of empowering people to live and grow through sport and I'm ready to lead our mission to do just that," said Quinn.

Matt Simpson, a Rio 2016 Paralympic Games silver medalist and USABA board athlete representative, stated, "Speaking for all of our goalball athletes and members, I am extremely excited to welcome Molly. We are all incredibly grateful for the staff leadership that has brought USABA to where it is today and are optimistic about our future opportunities for blind U.S. athletes, including on the international stage at Tokyo 2020 and beyond."

Prodigy Search conducted the broad-scale recruitment process for the new hire. Quinn assumes the CEO appointment on Aug. 3.

For more information about USABA and its members, board and programs, visit https://www.usaba.org/.

About USABA

The United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) was established in 1976 as a Colorado-chartered 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exempt membership organization. The membership is comprised of coaches, officials, volunteers, and elite and developmental athletes, who participate in track and field, Nordic and alpine skiing, biathlon, judo, wrestling, swimming, tandem cycling, powerlifting, and goalball. The association has an operating budget and reserves of approximately $1.8 million. USABA is governed by a 10-member Board of Directors. Twenty percent of the Board members must be athletes, with the remaining trustees being independent directors. For more information, visit USABA.org.

Media Contact:
Bill Kellick, Marketing and Public Relations Manager, (719) 866-3222 or bkellick@usaba.org

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*Photo Caption: Molly Quinn has been named the first CEO of the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA), a 44-year-old organization that provides sports opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages, including at the international Paralympic level.

The United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) today announced that sports marketing professional Molly Quinn has been appointed chief executive officer of the 44-year-old organization that provides sports opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages and abilities, including at the international Paralympic level.

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

Cerus Fitness Announces New Training Facility

FREDERICK, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, Cerus Fitness(R) announced it will open a 10,000 Square Foot Training Facility set to open late Fall 2020 in Frederick, Colorado. The facility, which is located at the intersection of I-25 and Highway 52 boasts a wide assortment of state-of-the-art training equipment paired with a large amount of open cross-functional space for varied training Cerus Fitness announced today.

"When we founded this company in 2017 the vision was to create a community for people of all ability levels to experience fitness as a lifestyle," said CEO and Founder Chris Johnson. "Our mission is to bond people though amazing experiences and trials like our obstacle course race (OCR) and team challenge events we have hosted historically and stay with them year-round during their fitness journey. Our new facility gives us the opportunity to impact more lives in a meaningful way by connecting our community and events with year-round training and access."

Cerus Fitness brings its first facility to the rapidly growing town of Frederick, Colorado. Their opening schedule of 40+ weekly classes include Strength, Interval Training, Obstacle Race Training, Yoga, Cycling, Speed, Boxing, Endurance and other "skills based" classes which help athletes to focus on developing specific athletic skills.

Learn more about Cerus Fitness classes: https://cerusfitness.com/classes/

"We call our gym a 'hybrid training facility' - it's big enough to have multiple classes conducted simultaneously while still allowing free individual training, yet small enough that we can continue to foster a community environment where members are so much more than just a number - they're family," said Johnson.

The gym offers a wide array of training styles and features traditional elements such as cardio equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, etc.), weight training and a cycling room as well as less common features such as ninja style obstacle rigs and a full boxing ring.

Member pre-sales have now opened with a special offer of 1-3 months of free membership and free gear at signup for a limited time. The gym has a scheduled open of November 1, 2020.

To learn more visit: https://cerusfitness.com/

About Cerus Fitness:

Based in Frederick, Colorado, Cerus Fitness is a privately held fitness company founded in 2017. To date, the company has provided fitness events and products to customers in the Colorado area. Cerus Fitness is best known for its obstacle race series events that have garnered national recognition as some of the best obstacles and events in the country. They also manufacture original fitness products such as their fitness sandbags and backpacks.

Cerus Fitness is a registered trademark in the U.S.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Chris Johnson
CEO, Cerus Fitness
info@cerusfitness.com

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Today, Cerus Fitness(R) announced it will open a 10,000 Square Foot Training Facility set to open late Fall 2020 in Frederick, Colorado. The facility, which is located at the intersection of I-25 and Highway 52 boasts a wide assortment of state-of-the-art training equipment paired with a large amount of open cross-functional space for varied training Cerus Fitness announced today.

Related link: https://cerusfitness.com/

Colorado Optometrists Announce 8 Ways to Protect Your Eyes This Summer

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- A lot has changed for the summer of 2020, but the Colorado Optometric Association and 2020 Eyes Colorado wants everyone to know that summer eye health is still important. Colorado's sunlight is roughly 20% brighter than at sea level and is even more intense at the top of a mountain as there is less atmosphere at higher elevations to filter out UV rays.

"Coloradans are getting outdoors much more this summer due to the pandemic closures. It's important that when we are enjoying the outdoors that we don't underestimate the intensity of the Colorado sun because it can negatively impact your vision," says Sheryl Benjamin, Executive Director at the Colorado Optometric Association.

Colorado's optometrists give eight ways to protect your eyes this summer:

1. Wear UVA/UVB Blocking Sunglasses
Your eyes can get sunburned. It's true and it's all too common in the bright Colorado sun. Grab a pair of 100% UVA/UVB blocking sunglasses and wear them when outside to protect your eyes from sunburn. Some Coloradans pair sunglasses with a hat for even more UV protection. Make sure the brim is at least 3 inches wide for good coverage. Start kids off right by protecting their eyes early on with a hat and sunglasses. Bonus, tiny sunglasses are cute!

2. Wear Swim Goggles
Chlorine is rough on the eyes so be sure to protect them with swim goggles. Typically, chlorine exposure in a pool will dry out your eyes and make them temporarily red. However, conjunctivitis/pink eye is a common infection for swimmers as it spreads easily in the water. Make sure those goggles are sealed well!

3. Wear a Hat
A hat is a great addition to sunglasses for increased eye protection. Wearing a hat will shade additional parts of the eyeball and skin around the eyes. It's also a great runner up if you forget sunglasses as you're headed out on the trail.

4. Clean Hands Make Healthy Eyes
Yes, washing hands and avoiding face touching is important for eye health and overall health. Hand washing is even more essential during the pandemic, but it was also significant before COVID-19 to prevent the transmission of disease and illness that can enter through touching your eyes and face. Plus, washing your hands reduces your risk of contracting conjunctivitis/pink eye any time of year!

5. Eye Protection for DIY Projects/Activities and Sports
Be sure to wear safety glasses for DIY projects and high-risk activities like sports or lighting fireworks. These high-risk moments can quickly go awry with an unexpected eye injury. Make sure each individual on the project has protective glasses.

6. Drink Plenty of Water
Dehydration is very common in the dry Colorado summers, but is easy to avoid. Dehydration can impact the body's ability to create tears and then can cause vision issues. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water consistently throughout the day. Be sure to bring plenty of water for those outdoor activities!

7. Get Sleep!
Humans do better with a good night's sleep and eyes are no different. When and individual doesn't get enough sleep it impacts visual acuity. When this happens, the individual may need to catch up on sleep or may need to rest their eyes for a while.

8. Get an Annual Comprehensive Eye Exam
Keep eyes healthy with a comprehensive eye exam performed by an optometrist. An annual eye exam gives a better look at overall physical health. It will also allow for early detection of eye related diseases and non-eye related health issues. The Center for Disease Control states that, "Of the estimated 61 million US adults at high risk for vision loss, only half visited an eye doctor in the past 12 months. Regular eye care can have a life-changing impact on preserving the vision of millions of people." Find a trusted Colorado optometrist today!

About the Colorado Optometric Association (COA):
The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) is the professional organization of optometrists in Colorado. Over 600 Colorado Doctors of Optometry are voluntary members of the Association. COA has also launched a public health campaign called 2020 Eyes Colorado - https://2020eyescolorado.org/.

Since 1892, the COA has assisted its members in providing the highest standard of professional care to their patients by sponsoring continuing education programs for doctors, advocating in local and state governments for programs and laws that represent patients' best interests, and providing information for the public. For more information, please visit http://www.visioncare.org/ or call 303-863-9778.

A lot has changed for the summer of 2020, but the Colorado Optometric Association and 2020 Eyes Colorado wants everyone to know that summer eye health is still important. Colorado's sunlight is roughly 20% brighter than at sea level and is even more intense at the top of a mountain as there is less atmosphere at higher elevations to filter out UV rays.

Related link: https://colorado.aoa.org/

New Book: ‘You’re An Author? Don’t get Hustled’

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Published Author Wayne McFarland has just released, "You're An Author? Don't Get Hustled - How to launch your book without getting hurt, hammered, or fleeced; a step by step guide" (ISBN: 978-1645505686; paperback).

In the short time since its release, "You're An Author? Don't Get Hustled" seems to be causing quite a stir.

The book opens with: "So you're a new author? Well, gird yourself-soon to descend upon you are legions of flim-flam artists, bogus publishers, ad purveyors, and social media "experts." Their stated goal is to help you sell lots of books and make tons of money - quickly. Their real goal is to deflate as many bank accounts as possible - yours among them, sad to say."

The book goes on to guide authors in such things as "How much promotion should you expect to be doing yourself? Should you get a publisher? Self-Publish? How about an Agent? Or Promoting with Social Media? Should you do Pay Per Click advertising? How do you get book and reader reviews? Should you pay for reviews? It's all covered, in detail and step by step so hopefully (Authors) will know what to do - and what not to do - to keep (their) foot out of the New Author Beartrap."

Pre-release reviews have been laudatory with unanimity that a book such as this, containing specific guidance for authors on how to launch a book into the marketplace, is long overdue: "Splendid!... ...every page is a winning ticket!" "Mr. McFarland has produced an extremely useful manual for indie authors seeking advice on how to publish..." "... sooner or later every writer who wants a shot at publishing is going to need (this book)" "...this a gem for new authors... it's a superb... informative piece" "...(New Authors') pocketbooks are safer (from swindling) with this book...(this book) keeps the author that wants to publish safe."

"A lot of folks who make a living ripping off authors have expressed some real unhappiness about this book," stated McFarland, writer of "You're An Author? Don't Get Hustled." "But I really don't care. I just don't want any other author to go through what I did the first time around."

"You're An Author, Don't Get Hustled" is now available through Amazon.

Learn more about the author at: https://www.waynemcfarland.com/

PRESS CONTACT INFORMATION:
Wayne McFarland
Author
wayne@waynemcfarland.com
719 299-2063

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Published Author Wayne McFarland has just released, "You're An Author? Don't Get Hustled - How to launch your book without getting hurt, hammered, or fleeced; a step by step guide" (ISBN: 978-1645505686; paperback).

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ARMCO Executive to Co-Host QC Webinar through MBA’s Education Department

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt will share her expertise on loan quality and risk management during an upcoming webinar sponsored by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

On Thursday, July 9, Sharon Reichhardt will present alongside Jennifer Whip, principal at Cambridge One, LLC, on the topic "Protecting Your Profitability Through Quality Control" from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET. The webinar, which will include a moderated question and answer session featuring information valuable to c-level executive, compliance and QC officers, and operations managers. Discussion topics will include but are not limited to best practices in governing the QC process, impactful strategies to ensure loan investment quality and leveraging the power of data through effective reporting.

"With rates at a near all-time low and volumes remaining high, lenders are enjoying a sustained period of profitability - one which they would be wise to protect given the cyclical nature of the mortgage business," Reichhardt said. "Our goal with the webinar is to educate lenders on how a solid quality control process can help mitigate loan defect risk and improve investor confidence in loan quality, and we offer our sincerest thanks to the MBA for providing us the opportunity to share this valuable information with its membership."

To register for the webinar, visit https://www.mba.org/store/events/webinar/protecting-your-profitability-through-quality-control. The webinar is free to all MBA members. Non-MBA members can use the code "QC200" to receive a discount on registration.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. Three of the top five independent mortgage lenders and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(TM) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.armco.us or call

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt will share her expertise on loan quality and risk management during an upcoming webinar sponsored by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Hank Metzger is Top Refinance Originator at American Financing Corporation

AURORA, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Hank Metzger of American Financing Corporation is excited to announce that Scotsman Guide ranked him number four refinance originator in 2019.

Metzger, who's worked in the mortgage business for nearly 20 years, was ranked among entries from more than 6,000 mortgage professionals across the country. To be eligible for initial consideration in Scotsman Guide's Top Originators rankings, originators must have had at least $40 million in loan volume or 100 closed home loans for the 2019 calendar year.

After receiving submissions, Scotsman Guide required written verification of top entrants' volume data from a certified public accountant, the chief financial officer at the originator's company or a similar source.

Metzger's impressive roster of refinance loans closed tallied 914. He also ranked number 11 for U.S. refinance dollar volume at 250 million. Since being in the mortgage business, he's closed more than 1.5 billion in home loans and ranks number one loan originator in the state of Colorado.

"As a senior loan officer at American Financing, I thrive on helping clients find a loan program tailored to their specific needs while working with them throughout the process to ensure a quick, efficient and smooth experience," Metzger says. "I'm thrilled to be recognized for my accomplishments by the Scotsman Guide."

The 2019 Scotsman Guide list, which ranks the nation's top mortgage producers, appears in Scotsman Guide's April 2020 residential edition, and the rankings are available online at: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/rankings/top-originators.

For more information about Hank Metzger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hank-metzger/

About American Financing Corporation

Founded in 2001, Colorado family-owned, American Financing Corporation is known for its dedicated mortgage consultants, custom loan programs and faster than industry average closings. It's Colorado's number one loan originator and its mission is to empower families with personalized mortgage solutions that achieve life goals.

For more information: https://www.americanfinancing.net/

Hank Metzger of American Financing Corporation is excited to announce that Scotsman Guide ranked him number four refinance originator in 2019.

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IDmission Completes ISO Compliance Testing for Proprietary Biometric Technologies and Presentation Attack Detection

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- BOULDER, Colo., June 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced that it has met the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements for ISO/IEC 30107-3. The Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) testing showed that IDmission's proprietary passive liveness detection technology was found to be 100% compliant and in iBeta testing the error rate was found to be 0%. By utilizing anti-spoofing techniques, IDmission software offers financial-based institutions an extremely reliable solution for fraud detection and consumer identity verification.

With the ISO qualification, IDmission is one of only three global biometric companies that can ensure the security, compatibility and interoperability at such a level.

"As communication through technology continues to evolve, there is a growing urgency for reliable biometric data verification among financial institutions, insurance providers, healthcare providers, lenders, and other companies delivering online transactions to consumers. Biometric technology has become increasingly critical as a means for verifying consumer identities," said IDmission CEO Ashim Banerjee. "We have worked very hard to engineer a reliable solution that includes anti-spoofing techniques for institutions to use in identity verification processes."

iBeta Quality Assurance was the independent testing lab, which is the only biometrics testing lab accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for ISO 30107-3. It issues third-party testing to other biometric companies in order to ensure product quality, functionality, and accuracy. In order to comply with ISO standards, biometric companies must undergo extensive testing issued by iBeta and achieve the required score.

IDmission is software that eliminates risk associated with false identities. For validating identities to prevent liability and fraud, IDmission combines standards compliant security with passive liveness detection. Invisible by design, it applies biometric science to create security that does not get in the way of doing business.

Used in finance, ecommerce, the sharing economy, and regulated industries, IDmission establishes true identity without compromising the user experience. Delivered as a mobile and cloud solution, or as technology components for advanced developers, IDmission creates powerful security for customers and communities in a fraud filled world.

About IDmission

IDmission, a global leader in biometric and AI technology, reduces risk associated with false identities. It is one of only two U.S. based biotech providers, and the sole provider of a proprietary, end-to-end biotech solution for identity theft, through a comprehensive "Know Your Customer" (KYC) platform and automatic ID document analysis across 200 countries and four categories of biometrics: face, fingerprint, iris, and voice.

For more information, visit https://www.idmission.com/homepage-en/.

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IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced that it has met the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements for ISO/IEC 30107-3.

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

WildPlum Adds Wild Wine and Summer Spirits to Kickstart the 4th of July Steamboat Style!

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Life is about to get a little wild and crazy, fun and tasty, at the base of Steamboat Springs! WildPlum, a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination, that brings elevated goodness to the mountain community of Steamboat Springs, will kick off the 4th of July in high style, offering wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream specials.

"We are so excited to bring the very best to Steamboat and our neighbors," said WildPlum Owner, Kori McClurg. "Amazing deals on our wines, spirits, delicious pizza and ice cream."

McClurg said visitors can enjoy great deals on WildPie Pizza for $3 a slice and ice cream for $2 a scoop.

The wine and spirit specials include all Josh Cellars varieties on sale; reds are priced at $12 per bottle and whites at $11 per bottle. Also, WildPlum is discounting their new line of biodynamic wines; Blue Quail.

Blue Quail is WildPlum's new, house recommended, affordable biodynamic wine that is estate grown, family owned and responsibly produced in Russian River, California.

In addition, the Summer Sale will include locally made Jones House Vodka by Family Jones Distillery located in Loveland, Colorado. This local award-winning vodka from American grown corn is diluted with Colorado spring water and packs a punch of local mountain air in every taste!

WildPlum differentiates itself from the average local store by providing curated collections that combine food and beverage ingredients, recipes and spirits pairings to make any novice an expert host.

WildPlum is no ordinary grocery store. We offer most anything, including produce, fine cheeses, dairy, deli, bread, crackers, chips, tortillas, salsa, kid items, cereal, soft drinks, power drinks, pasta, sauces, ice cream and more at the base of one of the best ski mountains in America.

"I'm so proud of the new offerings and the specials we will present in preparation for the 4th of July weekend," McClurg said.

Beyond deals on wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream, WildPlum has big plans for the coming ski season, which includes:
* A kitchen remodel and an enhanced menu to provide more lunch and dinner options including vegan items
* Menu pairing ideas throughout the store to help make meal prep at home easy and convenient
* Patio enhancements
* Expanded bar offerings
* New coffee bar

WildPlum is conveniently located at the base of the mountain in the Highmark building. The new selection of local products ranging from Colorado whiskey to local coffee and bath salts, means there is something unique to take home, for visitors and locals, alike. WildPlum is a locally owned and operated business, bringing you the best Colorado has to offer.

For more information about WildPlum's "Wild Wine & Summer Spirits Sale," visit https://wildplumgrocer.com or contact: Nicole Brooks at nbrooks@crazygoodmarketing.net

WildPlum is a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination that brings elevated goodness to the Boat! Located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, WildPlum is passionate about elevating goodness as a purveyor of epicurean treats, unique spirits and locally curated goodies and gifts. The Eatery is known for its exceptional "WildPie" pizza and great grab and go options. A spacious patio and in-store dining are perfect for breakfast, lunch or a relaxed dinner.

WildPlum, 2525 Village Dr. #1A, Steamboat Springs, CO 970.879.1981

MEDIA CONTACT
Nicole Brooks
Sr. Marketing Specialist
Crazy Good Marketing
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Life is about to get a little wild and crazy, fun and tasty, at the base of Steamboat Springs! WildPlum, a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination, that brings elevated goodness to the mountain community of Steamboat Springs, will kick off the 4th of July in high style, offering wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream specials.

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IDmission Names Entrepreneurial Executive Miles Busby as New Chief Revenue Officer

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities, has announced the appointment of Miles Busby as chief revenue officer. Busby, a former managing partner at IronPoint Financial, was brought in to oversee all revenue operations and lead IDmission executives as they prepare to scale the business in the United States and abroad.

An accomplished entrepreneurial executive, Busby has a proven track record of success in leading high-performing sales teams to revenue growth in a variety of highly specialized tech industries. With 30 years' leadership experience, Busby brings IDmission a wealth of knowledge in business growth strategy, strategic revenue planning, and fluency in technical sales.

"We look forward to having Miles' forward-thinking business approaches, which have earned his former businesses much success, including recognition by the Inc. 500 three consecutive years for Fastest Growing US-based Companies and his selection by Ernst & Young as Entrepreneur of the Year (National Finalist)," said Ashim Banerjee, president and CEO of IDmission.

"IDmission is one of few global companies to reach the prestigious ISO 30107-2 compliance rating, so I am eager to work alongside Mr. Banerjee to scale IDmission as a global leader in biometric and AI technology," Busby said. "We have exciting plans to grow our strategic sales and marketing staff in the US and abroad."

About IDmission

IDmission, a global leader in biometric and AI technology, reduces risk associated with false identities. It is one of only two U.S. based biotech providers, and the sole provider of a proprietary, end-to-end biotech solution for identity theft, through a comprehensive "Know Your Customer" (KYC) platform and automatic ID document analysis across 200 countries and four categories of biometrics: face, fingerprint, iris, and voice. For more information, visit https://www.idmission.com/homepage-en/.

@IDmissionLLC

#KYC #identitytheftprotection #biometrics #biotech

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IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities, has announced the appointment of Miles Busby as chief revenue officer. Busby, a former managing partner at IronPoint Financial, was brought in to oversee all revenue operations.

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

Customizable Kids’ Routine Charts Help Fill a Needed Niche

AURORA, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Marie Green, founder Inspired Prose Printables, saw a need and filled it. She used her graphic design skills to create a business that helps busy parents wrangle schedules through simple drag and drop features that are actually fun for kids to follow.

These fun and attractive printable routine charts will actually inspire kids to stick to their schedules - and that's a chore in itself.

"Many existing chore chart templates have limited customization and lack interesting visuals. Young children respond well to imagery; it's how they learn," Green says. "Inspired Prose Printable routine charts implement that same principle of visual learning."

One busy mom said, "We've been using this with our four-year-old for about six weeks and he really enjoys 'reading' the chart himself. We laminated it, so he can use dry-erase markers to check off the boxes every morning and night. He feels so proud of himself when he completes his list. The customization capabilities of the file were really helpful too."

These editable routine chart templates can help with everything from bedtime routines to morning activities, and updates can be made with just a few clicks of the mouse. Parents can quickly add or remove tasks, change graphics and there's no need to download any software to make modifications happen. Inspired Prose Printables gives moms and dads access to a free drag and drop online editor.

"My overall mission is to give parents the tools they need to create playful designs that inspire positive action," Green says. "These charts help kids and parents to build healthy habits and skills, together."

These daily routine charts for kids not only help parents, but also help kids to develop a sense of autonomy. They allow kids to see what's expected of them which contributes to smoother days.

So, morning meltdowns and bedtime battles will soon be a thing of the past with customizable chore charts from Inspired Prose Printables.

For more information: https://inspiredprose.store

See these editable charts in action (VIDEO): https://youtu.be/rYg8y0Gw6zI

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Marie Green
of Inspired Prose Printables
+1-720-738-0478
press@inspiredprose.store

Marie Green, founder Inspired Prose Printables, saw a need and filled it. She used her graphic design skills to create a business that helps busy parents wrangle schedules through simple drag and drop features that are actually fun for kids to follow.

Related link: https://inspiredprose.store

The Jacobsen Announces Release of Sage, a New Augmented Intelligence Platform

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Jacobsen has announced the release of their new augmented intelligence platform for commodity price forecasting, named Sage. "We are the first price reporting agency to release a forecasting product built on machine learning and augmented intelligence in our niche," states John Donicht, President of The Jacobsen.

The Sage platform does the heavy data analysis, comparisons, and algorithm adjustments to improve the price forecasting on a continual basis. Every report generated by Sage is reviewed by a senior team of analysts to interpret the data and ensure the patterns make sense.

Over the last two years, The Jacobsen invested heavily in refining their forecasting ability, in some cases, the forecasting has a margin of error of less than 1% of the actual price.

"It's rather amazing to see how close the machine algorithms hit the mark," said George Morris, Dir of Sales and Marketing, "while past success does not predict future results, it's still far better than purely human-based forecasting methods of the past."

To add fuel to their efforts to be the leader in commodity price forecasting, The Jacobsen also announced the hiring of Hamed Khoojinian, to Head up Machine Learning and the future development of Sage. Hamed has over ten years of experience in R&D, biophysics, nanotechnology, including machine learning. The new position will ensure Sage has a bright future at The Jacobsen.

"Price forecasting is just the start of where Sage can be applied," Khoojinian said, "any business process utilizing data is subject to improvement with the addition of Sage."

For more information about Sage, please visit The Jacobsen website at https://thejacobsen.com/sage

Media Contact:
George Morris
The Jacobsen
george@thejacobsen.com
303-775-4213

The Jacobsen has announced the release of their new augmented intelligence platform for commodity price forecasting, named Sage. "We are the first price reporting agency to release a forecasting product built on machine learning and augmented intelligence in our niche," states John Donicht, President of The Jacobsen.

Related link: https://thejacobsen.com/

Colorado Optometrists Announce Tips to Help Avoid Eye Health Challenges from Increased Screen Time During COVID-19 Pandemic

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- As social distancing becomes a normal way of life during the COVID-19 pandemic many individuals are participating in increased screen time. The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and the public health campaign 2020 Eyes Colorado, have collected tips from its doctors of optometry on how to keep eyes healthy as technology has become the hub for employees, social circles, students, teachers, families, and entire communities to stay connected.

"This increased screen time for many is an important part of life and staying healthy mentally and emotionally, which makes reducing screen time not possible for many. There are still a number of preventative measures individuals can take to reduce the impact of screen time on eye health while staying connected," says Dr. Matt Buchanan, COA Board President.

It can be difficult for some individuals to understand why their vision is suddenly blurry or they're experiencing more headaches. But Colorado optometrists know the eye health challenges that come with increased screen time.

Potential Signs That Screen Time is Impacting Your Eyes
* Increased headaches or migraines
* Dry eyes
* Red eyes
* Itchy eyes
* Watery eyes
* Blurred vision
* Light sensitivity
* Eye strain

Tips for Keeping Eyes Healthy During Increased Screen Time

Observe the 20-20-20 Rule
Adults and children should take frequent screen breaks by practicing the 20-20-20 rule. When using any screen, every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break, and look at something 20 feet away. To get in the habit of this, set a timer every 20 minutes for a few days as a reminder to use the 20-20-20 exercise.

Take Blink Breaks
Looking at a screen naturally has users blinking less and that can cause dry eyes, which can also cause a number of issues including blurry vision. When you take your 20-20-20 break be sure to take a few long blinks. This will help hydrate your eyes and reduce any discomfort from reduced blinking.

Reduce Blue Light
Blue light is linked to computer fatigue and eye strain. Colorado optometrists recommend wearing glasses that filter out this light. If you're unsure about finding true blue light glasses, you can contact your optometry office for recommendations.

Buy an Alarm Clock
Blue light suppresses our bodies production of melatonin. This is one of the chemicals that tells our body it is time to go to sleep. Eliminating nighttime phone use in your bedroom tends to nurture better sleep and it eliminates blue light exposure from looking at your phone during the night. It's recommended that you use an alarm clock in your bedroom and keep your phone in another room or on customized "do not disturb settings" while being placed across the room.

Establish a Screen Schedule
During this time, we can't get away from using screens, but it's important to evaluate if there is any way to reduce screen time. Many families are finding that no screens after 8pm is a great rule to start winding down for bed and reducing stress. Begin looking at ways to reduce mindless social media scrolling and shift some of your entertainment choices to non-screen activities during certain times of the day or week.

Check Your Vision
If you're experiencing more headaches, blurry vision or eye discomfort it's probably a good idea to get a comprehensive eye exam in the near future with your local optometrist. This will ensure that your eyes are equipped with the correct prescription lenses/contacts and that any other vision issues are addressed. Stay away from online eye exams or vision screenings as they are not a reliable tool for the full picture of your eye health.

Colorado's doctors or optometry are fully open and offering all services including routine care! Find a local optometrist here - https://2020eyescolorado.org/

About the Colorado Optometric Association (COA):

The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) is the professional organization of optometrists in Colorado. Over 600 Colorado Doctors of Optometry are voluntary members of the Association.

Since 1892, the COA has assisted its members in providing the highest standard of professional care to their patients by sponsoring continuing education programs for doctors, advocating in local and state governments for programs and laws that represent patients' best interests, and providing information for the public. For more information, please visit http://www.visioncare.org/ or call 303-863-9778.

As social distancing becomes a normal way of life during the COVID-19 pandemic many individuals are participating in increased screen time. The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and the public health campaign 2020 Eyes Colorado, have collected tips from its doctors of optometry on how to keep eyes healthy.

Related link: https://colorado.aoa.org/

2019 ARMCO QC Trends Report Indicates Overall Marked Improvement in Critical Defect Rate over 2018

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of the quarterly ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report. The latest report, which provides nationwide loan quality findings based on data derived from ACES Audit Technology(TM) covers both the fourth quarter (Q4) and the 2019 calendar year (CY).

"Reduced interest rate volatility and declining interest rates over the course of the year created an environment in which lenders rode a sustained wave of refinances, increased their overall loan production and improved their profitability - all of which contributed to the improvements in loan quality in 2019," said ARMCO Executive Vice President Nick Volpe. "With the rate environment expected to remain unchanged throughout 2020, the loan quality levels observed in 2019 seem sustainable. However, this forecast does not and cannot account for the anomalies triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, lenders will need to keep a sharp eye out for negative spikes in their loan data as 2020 continues."

The report's noteworthy findings include:

* On a quarter-over-quarter basis, critical defect rates improved in the first three quarters of 2019 before reversing the decline and climbing in Q4 2019.
* Q4 2019 ended with a defect rate of 1.73%, an increase of 11% from Q3 2019.
* The share of conventional loans increased from 56.40% in CY 2018 to 61.99%, representing a nearly 6% increase.
* Purchase share fell 7.5% in CY 2019 as compared to CY 2018.
* Regulatory compliance issues were down 51% year-over-year, to a multi-year low of 5.17% of all critical defects.
* Loan Package/Documentation defects were volatile in CY 2019 but did post a 12% improvement compared with CY 2018.
* Income, Assets, and Credit (key qualification/underwriting criteria) related defects made up 53% of all critical defects in CY 2019, with Income and Credit increasing from the prior year, and Asset defects decreasing.
* Market stability contributed to an overall better 2019 for lending quality. However, these improvements will be severely tested as data comes in for the coming quarters as we start to see COVID's impact on mortgage lending.

The Q4/CY 2019 ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report is based on nationwide post-closing quality control loan data from over 90,000 unique loans selected for random full-file reviews, as was captured by the company's ACES Analytics benchmarking software. Defects listed in the report are categorized using the Fannie Mae loan defect taxonomy.

"While 2019's critical defect rates represent a clear improvement over 2018 and suggest a continuation of that trend moving into 2020, the increase in forbearance requests, high unemployment rates and the potential for early payment defaults to spike later in the year will certainly put this prediction to the test," said ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier. "Recognizing the potential need for lenders to ramp up their EPD audit volume, ARMCO launched ACESXPRESS for Early Payment Defaults to better prepare our clients for this possibility and ensure they had a turnkey platform to help them maintain audit requirements and keep a vigilant eye on this potential source of risk."

Volpe will analyze the findings from the Q4/CY 2019 ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report and offer insights into what lenders can expect in future quarters during a webinar titled, "Insights into Mortgage QC Trends - Past Highlights and Predictions for 2020," as part of its on-going QC NOW Web Series. To access the webinar recording, visit https://www.armco.us/learn/webinars/qc-now.

ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Reports are available for download, free of charge, at https://www.armco.us/learn/reports.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 50 lenders and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(TM) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of the quarterly ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report. The latest report, which provides nationwide loan quality findings based on data derived from ACES Audit Technology covers both the fourth quarter (Q4) and the 2019 calendar year (CY).

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

ARMCO Expands Corporate Philanthropic Program to Support COVID-19 Relief and Racial Equality Advocacy Efforts

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced it has expanded its corporate philanthropic initiative ARMCO CARES to support employees' charitable giving and volunteer efforts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and recently added contributions advocating for racial equality. The program includes a $100 donation by ARMCO to a registered charity of each employee's choosing in addition to corporate matching. To date, ARMCO and its employees have contributed to nearly two dozen different charitable organizations addressing issues related to COVID-19 and racial inequality resulting in a 135% increase compared to 2019.

"Support has always been one of ARMCO's core values, but this concept has taken on elevated importance and meaning right now," said ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier. "We reopened the program for the year during the pandemic, and in the midst of that, we sadly experienced yet another act of police brutality. There is no better time to focus on charitable organizations assisting with positive change in the world."

Launched in 2018, ARMCO CARES is a philanthropic initiative established by ACES Risk Management to enable employees to share in the firm's success by contributing financially to the charities and causes close to their hearts. The program offers a dollar-for-dollar match of employee donations to a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization of the employee's choice and also supports employees' wellness and community involvement programs.

To learn more about ARMCO CARES and see how ARMCO employees are contributing to their communities and promoting positive change, visit https://www.armco.us/company/armco-cares.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 50 lenders and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(tm) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

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ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced it has expanded its corporate philanthropic initiative ARMCO CARES to support employees' charitable giving and volunteer efforts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Evergreen Medical Acupuncture is now offering its own supplement and herbal products, Dr. Fick’s Functional Farmacy!

EVERGREEN, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Combining the use of Eastern and Western philosophy of Holistic Medicine, Dr. Christina Fick, of Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, has created a carefully selected offering of CGMP (certified good manufacturing practice), and organic certified supplements and herbal products that provide a well-balanced approach to healing.

Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, a locally owned and operated Colorado Business located in Evergreen, Colorado, has always offered the best of Eastern and Western Medicine to its customers, and is happy to announce the new online store for these offering, Dr. Fick's Functional Farmacy, at https://www.drchristinafick.com/functional-farmacy.

With a wide variety of hand-picked, quality herbal supplements with a focus on some of the best practices of Eastern Medicine, Dr. Fick's Functional Farmacy provides clients the ease of online information and recommendations, and the ability to order products from home. Products such as Phyto-Multiplex, a multi-vitamin + phytonutrient + trace mineral supplement, Premium Choline for brain, gut, and general health, and Nutra-Absorb for digestive support, are now ready for the online audience.

Dr. Fick's Functional Farmacy is also offering an exclusive cosmetic line, Skin for Life, and a selection of specialty luxury soaps, called My Soap Box. Skin for Life's ingredient formulas are in a nutritional nano bio-emulsion sphere that delivers vitamins, minerals, and essential lipids to protect the skin's immunity integrity, and the beautifully scented, exotic body and facial bar soaps of My Soap Box are a perfect way to provide an escape from the day's stresses, or to provide a truly unique gift for someone dear to you.

"We offer the best of Eastern and Western Medicine to our clients - The Chinese now see the benefit of modern medicine, and how it can be applied to the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine," stated Dr. Christina Fick. "By combining the best of both worlds, we can achieve sustainable results for our clients - using Acupuncture, Specialty Needle Techniques, and our custom-built Acupuncture Clinic. These herbal supplements and new products represent some of our best recommendations, and compliment these techniques, and are now available to clients with a mouse-click."

About Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, Dr. Fick's Functional Farmacy, and Dr. Christina Fick

Located in both Evergreen, Colorado, Evergreen Medical Acupuncture is locally owned and operated. The company and its employees live and work in Colorado, and also offer phone or video chat appointments for consultation to anyone in the nation. The acupuncturists on in the Clinic work closely under Dr. Fick, have been hand-selected and vetted, and go through rigorous ongoing training to provide highest standards of service and customer care.

Dr. Christina Fick is the owner and founder of Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, LLC, first opened in 2012. She holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, a Master's degree in Herbology, and is certified in Functional Medicine. She has worked globally in her specialized field, in hospitals both in China, and in New York.

For more information about Dr. Fick's Functional Farmacy, and Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, including details about their services and new custom built Acupuncture Clinic, please visit the company website: https://www.drchristinafick.com/, or call to book an appointment or learn more at 303-594-8348.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Combining the use of Eastern and Western philosophy of Holistic Medicine, Dr. Christina Fick, of Evergreen Medical Acupuncture, has created a carefully selected offering of CGMP (certified good manufacturing practice), and organic certified supplements and herbal products that provide a well-balanced approach to healing.

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

The 2020 Black Hole Recession – COVID-19 Effect on Metro Denver Home Values

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Clear Realty and their real estate technology division Sell-Star released today an in-depth report on how the economic freefall triggered by fear of death from COVID-19 instantly formed the 2020 Black Hole Recession and now affects Metro Denver home values and the safety of 250,000 or so families and individuals wishing to sell or buy a home over the next two-and-a-half years.

This report includes the interactive web-based tool Sell-Star Prophet, which forecasts by neighborhood home values and days-on-market for years 2020, 2021 and 2022 and defines qualities of homes buyers pay the most to attain-exactly what to advertise to attract buyers.

In normal economic downturns deteriorating business activities lead to increasing unemployment over a period of six months to perhaps eighteen months. The COVID-19 induced 2020 recession skipped the entire declining economic conditions portion of the cycle, instead the economy was like a massive sun burning bright, then in a moment collapsing in on itself creating a black hole-the very trough of the economic cycle.

"It's fear of infection from human interaction triggering this economic black hole and real estate sales have a lot of human interaction. Sell-Star Prophet helps reduce unnecessary interaction by showing homeowners how to vastly improve their internet marketing," said Creed Smith, Broker/Owner, Clear Realty.

Unlike most economic reports using national or regional data on Gross Domestic Product and unemployment rates, Sell-Star Prophet displays actionable forecasts for homeowners by specific Metro Denver neighborhoods including:
* Home values for 2020, 2021 and 2022
* Days-On-Market timeframes for 2020, 2021 and 2022
* Rank-ordered list of qualities most desired by buyers for superior internet marketing
* Rank-ordered list of value harming deficiencies owners should correct to maximize home value

"COVID-19 put the brakes, likely permanently, on high personal contact methods when selling a home. Nobody wants the risk of armies of people marching through their home every week, and buyers prefer the safety and convenience of window-shopping homes on the internet. Sell-Star Prophet defines the exact rank-ordered qualities homeowners need to advertise to attract the best buyers, keep home values up and keep days-on-market down," said Creed Smith, owner of Clear Realty and inventor of Sell-Star Prophet.

About Clear Realty and Sell-Star Prophet:

Clear Realty specializes in creating cutting edge technologies cutting the cost of selling a home while improving the marketing and safety of home sales. Sell-Star Prophet, is the latest technology of many Clear Realty uses to improve marketing in the real estate industry.

Learn more at: https://clear.realty/

Prophet cover video: https://vimeo.com/422946055

Clear Realty and their real estate technology division Sell-Star released today an in-depth report on how the economic freefall triggered by fear of death from COVID-19 instantly formed the 2020 Black Hole Recession and now affects Metro Denver home values and the safety of 250,000 or so families and individuals wishing to sell or buy a home over the next two-and-a-half years.

Related link: https://clear.realty/

TeamSnap Raises $5.5 Million in Funding as Sports Activities Begin to Resume

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- TeamSnap, the leader in sport management technology, announced today a $5.5 million convertible notes financing led by Foundry Group and Bolt Ventures. The funding comes as TeamSnap prepares for sports activities to return after the global shutdown.

TeamSnap supports over 22 million users, 3 million unique teams and 19,000 clubs across more than 100 different sports and activities. Sport organizations, teams, players and families use TeamSnap's innovative technology everyday to sign up, schedule, communicate, collect payments and coordinate everything for the sports season.

"While this has been a challenging time for the collective youth sports industry, it is gratifying to know that investors are still bullish about our technology, market position and brand," said Dave DuPont, CEO and co-founder of TeamSnap. "Our customers have always genuinely cared about our product. Their loyalty is a testament to our continued investment in technology and our commitment to improving the customer experience. As sports activity continues to recover, this funding gives us liquidity and flexibility to further support our network of teams, sports organizations and brand partners."

The Boulder-based venture firm Foundry Group has been a lead investor for TeamSnap in previous funding rounds. Bolt Ventures joins as a new TeamSnap investor.

"TeamSnap has become synonymous with youth sports and is the top-of-mind platform for all teams and sports organizations," said Isaac Harrouche, Investment Principal, Bolt Ventures. "With sports activities set to return, we are thrilled to partner with TeamSnap and look forward to its continued growth fueled by its powerful brand and innovative technology."

About TeamSnap

Since our formation in 2009, TeamSnap has been single-mindedly focused on taking the work out of play. Over 22 million coaches, administrators, players and parents rely on TeamSnap's powerful and easy-to-use tools for communication, scheduling, payment collection and registration, organizing every sport and group activity in the world. For more information, visit https://www.TeamSnap.com/.

Twitter: #YouthSports #SportsTech @teamSnap

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TeamSnap, the leader in sport management technology, announced today a $5.5 million convertible notes financing led by Foundry Group and Bolt Ventures. The funding comes as TeamSnap prepares for sports activities to return after the global shutdown.

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

ARMCO Launches QC NOW Web Series to Support QC Professionals

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the launch of QC NOW, a web series covering current regulatory and operational changes related to quality control, compliance and risk for independent mortgage lenders, banks and credit unions.

"Now more than ever, information is power, and with so much changing so quickly in the lending and financial services landscape, it can be difficult to keep pace and stay informed," ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier said. "The QC NOW web series is yet another way ARMCO continues to support financial services quality control and compliance professionals by providing up-to-date information on regulatory and operational changes in an easily digestible format."

The series launches on May 28, 2020 at 11 a.m. Pacific Time (PDT) with "QC Operations in the New World - A Look Into the COVID-19 Era," hosted by ARMCO President and Chief Operating Officer Phil McCall. The webinar will cover what has changed for lenders since the start of the pandemic, the immediate and overall effects of these changes and how qc professionals can prepare for what is still to come.

Other upcoming topics for the web series include:
* How to Ensure Data Integrity with HMDA Reviews
* Mortgage QC Industry Trends - Future Outlook
* QC Reporting Essentials
* State of Servicing QC

To view the upcoming schedule and register to attend an upcoming presentation, visit https://www.armco.us/learn/webinars/qc-now.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 50 lenders and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(tm) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit https://www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

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ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the launch of QC NOW, a web series covering current regulatory and operational changes related to quality control, compliance and risk for independent mortgage lenders, banks and credit unions.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

ARMCO Expands Integrated Third-Party Vendor Offerings Within ACES Audit Technology

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced several major enhancements to its ACES Audit Technology platform to aid lenders' loan defect categorization and post-closing quality control efforts.

"Loan quality is a moving target, and to ensure our clients are always hitting the mark, ARMCO is continually refining ACES as users' needs and regulatory directives change," ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier said. "This recent slate of system updates is further evidence of our commitment to customer satisfaction, user choice and industry partnerships with best-of-breed providers that support our clients' loan quality initiatives."

Included in the enhancements are additions to the suite of integrated third-party verification providers available within ACES. Users can now order, track and receive credit reports from Data Facts and field reviews from Service1st without leaving the ACES system, which streamlines the quality control audit process and eliminates the unnecessary, time-consuming and error-prone task of rekeying data.

"Data Facts is hyper-focused on helping lenders address fraud and compliance, which makes our partnership with ARMCO such a natural fit," said Lisa May, senior vice president of strategic solutions at Data Facts. "Not only is this integration a win-win for our mutual customers, but it also provides all ACES users with a choice for credit reporting services, and we look forward to delivering to ACES users the same high-touch, high-level customer service that our existing clients have come to expect from Data Facts."

"Many appraisal management companies list appraisal reviews as product offerings, but, in reality, this often takes a back seat to their main business of origination appraisals. That is not the case for Service 1st," said Joe Chappell, executive vice president and business leader for partner integrations at Covius, which owns Service1st. "We have a 25-year track-record of providing appraisal reviews to the QC community and are known for our service, the quality of our valuations, our commitment to communications and our competitive pricing. Our integration with ARMCO brings together two of the industry's leading QC service providers to accelerate the overall appraisal review process, create greater efficiencies for our joint clients and reduce the risk of human error."

In addition to expanding users' options for third-party verification providers, ARMCO also announced its updates to the loan defect taxonomies for Fannie Mae and FHA included within ACES. These updates reflect the changes announced by Fannie Mae in late Q3 2019 and FHA in early Q1 2020 and were made available to ACES users in December 2019 and January 2020, respectively.

"The loan defect taxonomies established by Fannie Mae and FHA enable lenders to standardize their categorization of loan defects, which, in turn, helps facilitate historical trending and benchmarking activities so that lenders have a more fulsome understanding of their loan quality both over time and as compared to their peers," said Gauthier. "As a best practice, the ACES software is updated immediately with these changes to ensure our clients are compliant and utilizing the latest standard from their prudential regulators to effectively manage their loan quality and risk."

About Data Facts

For over three decades, Data Facts' full-circle portfolio of solutions has helped lending professionals make sound lending decisions and maximize efficiencies. Employees are 100% U.S. based and data is never off-shored. By utilizing innovative technology, seamless LOS integrations, and their ability to create customized, flexible solutions, they help clients close more loans faster and easier. Data Facts is certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) as a 100% woman-owned business. To read more about Data Facts, visit their website at https://www.datafacts.com.

About Service1st

Service1st, a Covius solution, provides technology-enabled appraisal risk management solutions and specializes in quality control providers. Service1st also delivers risk management solutions for residential and commercial mortgage origination, servicing, default, REO and due diligence. Covius is a trusted provider of services, insight and technology to leading financial companies. Covius' technology-enabled solutions deliver operational efficiencies, mitigate risk and empower compliant decisions and borrower interactions.

Covius businesses are recognized leaders in credit and verification services, HOA and tax tracking, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, compliant document services, comprehensive settlement services, lien and title curative solutions, REO asset management and auction services, capital markets due diligence and oversight as well as rapid-development, customizable cloud-based business process solutions. The company was named a 2020 HousingWire Tech100 winner. For more information about the company and its services, visit https://covius.com.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 25 mortgage lenders, a third of the top 150 lenders and servicers and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(TM) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment.

For more information, visit https://www.armco.us/ or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced several major enhancements to its ACES Audit Technology platform to aid lenders' loan defect categorization and post-closing quality control efforts.

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Epix Gear Launches Made in the USA Custom-Designed Sports Apparel

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Colorado-based sports apparel company, Epix Gear, has announced the re-shoring of their apparel production with the opening of a made in the USA facility in Tempe, Arizona.

The newly-established venture named Race Rabbit Manufacturing will produce the full range of custom-designed apparel Epix offers, including triathlon, cycling, and running styles.

"Epix has produced in China since 2009. We made the decision to move production back to the US as the business landscape has changed and US production is now a good choice for small, niche manufacturers," said Jarek Barc, President at Epix Gear. "Through moving our production, we are supporting new jobs and growth in the local economy. It's a move that resonates with our clients."

Barc added: "US manufacturing is cost competitive for a specific product range and requirements. When it comes to custom-designed performance sports apparel in small or even individual order quantities, we've found that there is no longer a relevant cost advantage to offshore production."

Epix Gear is a family-owned and operated brand that creates custom-designed apparel for teams, coaches, events, universities, organizations, as well as individual athletes. The Race Rabbit facility imports only the raw materials for production, such as fabrics and trims, mostly from Italy. All assembly is done in-house with fully-integrated sublimation printing, laser cutting, stitching and packaging.

"The new facility is specifically designed for the new custom apparel landscape. Our US production will allow unparalleled flexibility and speed," said Barc. "With our partnership with Race Rabbit, Epix can expand it's ability to offer an even more personalized experience, with customization options on retail apparel, tailored fit, and production view which will allow customers to see photos and videos of their product as it's being created, not to mention shorter lead times and a quicker response."

He added, "This transparency in production is especially unique; the production space has always been considered a 'black box' because brands didn't want to showcase where their products were made. We've had a very positive response from customers when they see the work, technology, and attention to details that goes into making their apparel. We are excited to open this new chapter."

Almost 8 in 10 American consumers say they would rather buy an American-made product than an imported one, according to a Consumer Reports survey. And more than 60 percent say they're even willing to pay 10 percent more for it. The US government has recently urged US companies to move out of China and reshore jobs, though the vast majority of those who have moved out of China did not reshore manufacturing to the US and instead moved to a different offshore sourcing country.

Learn more at: https://epixgear.com/

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Colorado-based sports apparel company, Epix Gear, has announced the re-shoring of their apparel production with the opening of a made in the USA facility in Tempe, Arizona.

Related link: https://epixgear.com/

Digital Mortgage Provider Maxwell Extends Product Offering with New Fulfillment Platform

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Digital mortgage provider Maxwell today announced a new way for small and midsize lenders to scale processing capacity to meet market needs through the launch of the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform.

As an extension to Maxwell's digital mortgage platform, the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform is a complete technology and outsourced solution to enable lenders to scale their business with access to teams of on-shore processors at off-shore prices. In an unpredictable market, small to midsize lenders who have difficulty scaling their business to accommodate market demands can seamlessly incorporate a team of seasoned processors with an average of 15 years of experience, all located in the United States. Driven by machine learning and AI technology, the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform ensures a flexible, efficient and high-quality processing experience.

"At Maxwell, our customers see us as true partners and often look to us for solutions beyond the POS solution we're best known for. We created the Fulfillment Platform as the next extension of our product because we recognized their need to scale without an enterprise-sized budget," said John Paasonen, co-founder and CEO of Maxwell. "Yes, we're a point-of-sale, but our technology now allows us to leverage the power of our community of lenders to offer access to value previously only accessible by the largest lenders. Loan processing, powered by our technology, is one example of the ways we help them compete in the marketplace and continue to deliver a superb experience."

Services delivered through the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform will be available on a white-label basis, with processors functioning as part of a lender's operations team. Lenders can add processors as needed to accommodate the ebbs and flows of market dynamics, while maintaining full ownership of customer data and delivering a fully branded, streamlined loan experience to borrowers. Qualifying lenders can apply for early access to the Fulfillment Platform beginning today.

"In the midst of market uncertainty, agile lenders must rethink their operational flexibility. The Maxwell Fulfillment Platform enables lenders to better predict and control labor costs while maintaining quality, security and compliance," said Brian Simons, who leads the Fulfillment Platform as president. "I've spent the last 10 years in third-party fulfillment and now - with the power of Maxwell's technology - we plug directly into our lender's systems, offering highly skilled processing talent, a better borrower experience, pipeline management and reporting through our POS."

Maxwell's Fulfillment Platform is licensed and SAFE Act compliant, ensuring full compliance with state regulations, and features bank-grade security and privacy measures that exceed market standards.

The Maxwell Fulfillment Platform was built to support both processors that work for partners in addition to the processors that Maxwell employs itself. Maxwell is also accepting discussions with other fulfillment partners to join the platform as it grows.

To learn more about the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform, click here - https://himaxwell.com/services

ABOUT MAXWELL

Maxwell empowers mortgage lenders to be more connected, productive and successful by intelligently automating their workflow with homebuyers and real estate agents. A four-time HW Tech 100 winner, Maxwell's digital mortgage platform leverages proprietary algorithms built on its network of data across hundreds of thousands of loans to enable lenders to accelerate the mortgage lending process from application to underwriting. Today, hundreds of lenders across the United States use Maxwell's point-of-sale to originate $5 billion in mortgage loans each month at a cycle time 45 percent faster than the national average. Founded in 2015, Maxwell is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association and a preferred partner of The Mortgage Collaborative. The company is proud to be built in Denver, Colorado.

Connect with Maxwell:
* https://himaxwell.com/
* https://www.facebook.com/maxwellHQ
* https://twitter.com/ilovemaxwell

Digital mortgage provider Maxwell today announced a new way for small and midsize lenders to scale processing capacity to meet market needs through the launch of the Maxwell Fulfillment Platform.

Related link: https://himaxwell.com/

Author Releases Acclaimed Memoir Opening With ‘Memoirs Really Suck’

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Colorado author Wayne McFarland breaks memoir mold with release of a hilarious, often moving 27-story chronicle of life events, like shark fishing in (ones) underwear, getting shot or blowing town with a monkey. The memoir is "Tales From The Day" (ISBN: 978-1645503347).

The currently accepted memoir format, for authors not already famous, is to establish a narrative arc. This arc usually begins with a rendition of "how life used to be." Authors then usually move on to their involvement in such things as a war, mountain climbing, illness or a troubled family life. A tied together, "vignette" memoir form has been considered a modern-day formula for publishing failure.

"In general, memoirs really suck" begins author Wayne McFarland in his book Tales From The Day.

"This is not because they're badly written, which they often are, but because they're 'me walls' in prose. It's an eye-roller that every aging 'Honey I'm Home' product of returning soldiers post WW II now thinks the world is desperate to hear about How Life Was. Really, no one gives a crap," says McFarland.

Contending that life is random, unplanned, and often hilarious, McFarland recounts 27 life events "that all happened under the heading of 'oops.'"

These "life events" include such humor filled chapters as "The Day We Pitched The Loan Shark," "The Day We Blew Town With The Monkey," and "The Day My Business Was Trashed By A Worm." Other chapters cover in short-story form moving tales like "The Day They Tried to Kill Us In Arkansas," and the losing struggles of a war veteran, "The Day Joe The Mo Fell Into A Hard Place." Surprisingly, these disparate chapters, when taken together, form an arc of experience and "lessons" drawn, usually with humor, from seemingly unrelated, chaotic, and totally unplanned happenings.

In spite of McFarland's departure from what is now pretty much accepted as the "memoir format," reviews have been excellent and reader support enthusiastic.

McFarland says, "We live in an age now where people want to be able to delve into a book and get something solid out of it, chapter by chapter. Also, I have always believed that, given the choice, people would rather laugh than anything else."

"Tales From The Day: Life changing events that truth be told all happened under the heading of 'oops.'" is available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

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

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Colorado author Wayne McFarland breaks memoir mold with release of a hilarious, often moving 27-story chronicle of life events, like shark fishing in (ones) underwear, getting shot or blowing town with a monkey. The memoir is "Tales From The Day" (ISBN: 978-1645503347).

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

TeamSnap Appoints Tech Leaders to Executive Team

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- TeamSnap CEO and co-founder Dave DuPont announced today new additions to its executive team. Global tech leader Woody Hartman joins TeamSnap as President and Head of Product, overseeing business operations for the industry-leading sports platform. Partnership executive Alex Underwood has been named General Manager of Advertising and Commerce.

Overall, TeamSnap supports nearly 23 million users, 3 million unique teams and 19,000 clubs across 100 different sports.

"As we all look forward to getting back to play, TeamSnap's commitment to supporting sports teams, clubs and leagues remains as strong ever," said DuPont. "Bolstering our leadership team with Woody and Alex fortifies our foundation for growth and long-term success. They will help ensure TeamSnap takes a leading role in helping all youth and recreational sports rebound from the shutdown as soon as possible."

Woody Hartman - President and Head of Product

Woody Hartman joins TeamSnap as the company's President and Head of Product. Reporting directly to DuPont, Hartman is leading TeamSnap's global business operations and product strategy. In the newly created role, Hartman is managing product development, platform expansion, growth and marketing with a focus on providing solutions and tools for teams and sports organizations.

Hartman brings TeamSnap a wealth of tech experience, most recently as Vice President of Global Operations at Lyft. As an early leader of the popular ridesharing service, Hartman oversaw business operations through an exciting period of expansion, success, and change that ultimately included managing 1,000+ employees, and millions of drivers around the world.

Hartman is also an avid mountain climber who summited Mount Everest and the highest peak on every continent last year.

"TeamSnap is a passionate and tech-savvy company with a big heart and an unwavering commitment to sports," said Hartman. "I am thrilled to be working with Dave to lead such an innovative team. This is a pivotal time for amateur sports in the United States and around the world. TeamSnap is incredibly well-positioned to provide the technology and infrastructure required for sports communities to continue playing, growing and having fun."

Alex Underwood - General Manager of Advertising and Commerce

Underwood is charged with growing TeamSnap's advertising and ecommerce business. This includes building strategic partnerships that connect like-minded brands to the millions of sports families on the platform every day. TeamSnap is expanding its brand integration opportunities and curating dynamic new content that provides customers with valued-added offers and experiences.

Underwood joins TeamSnap from Spotify where he was the Vice President and Global Head of Strategic Partnerships and Verticals, playing a key role in driving revenue to well over $500 million. His accomplishments include launching and scaling Spotify's successful global sales unit, including the global agency, global vertical, trading and audience solutions teams.

"TeamSnap has a stellar reputation as a trusted platform that connects family decision-makers and athletes to brands in an authentic way, which remains more important than ever," said Underwood. "Adding to this authenticity is the rich contextual nature of the platform. I am looking forward to working with the creative team here to help our partners develop innovative ways to engage and support our network of busy parents and families."

@TeamSnap #YouthSports #SportTech

About TeamSnap

Since our formation in 2009, TeamSnap has been single-mindedly focused on taking the work out of play. Over 22 million coaches, administrators, players and parents rely on TeamSnap's powerful and easy-to-use tools for communication, scheduling, payment collection and registration, organizing every sport and group activity in the world. For more information, visit: https://www.teamsnap.com/

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TeamSnap CEO and co-founder Dave DuPont announced today new additions to its executive team. Global tech leader Woody Hartman joins TeamSnap as President and Head of Product, overseeing business operations for the industry-leading sports platform. Partnership executive Alex Underwood has been named General Manager of Advertising and Commerce.

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

Paralympic Medalist and Gulf War Vet Launches Business Leadership Book

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran and TEDx Motivational Speaker John Register marks 26 years since he embraced a "new normal" - becoming an amputee following a misstep over a hurdle while training for the Olympic Games - in a new business leadership development book set to launch this coming Sunday, May 17, on Amazon. The launch comes just a day before Register serves remotely in a keynote experience at the Opening Ceremony of the inaugural Virtual Valor Games Southeast.

Register discovered how to "amputate his fear of disability" and founded the U.S. Olympic Committee Military Sport Program in the early 2000s. He launches the book as business leaders return to work with their staff amid stressful circumstances surrounding the Coronavirus pandemic, hoping to get their workplaces back up and running.

In "Ten Power Stories to Impact Any Leader: Journal Your Way to Leadership Success" Register encourages business leaders to capture and journal their own stories to motivate their teams, and meanwhile, to improve organizations leading to economic results and future success. Register guides these executives and middle managers to inspire others and change lives in their organizational culture, as they develop leadership insights to spark self-reflection and to challenge personal thinking, while boosting the leadership toolkit to grow teams, organizations and professional competence.

"In my international travels, I have found consistency when speaking with leaders," Register said. "Many leaders search for stories from outside sources to inspire their teams. Yet, they rarely consider the powerful stories within themselves. It is the personal stories that I find inspires teams more profoundly with greater impact."

Learn more at: https://johnregister.com

About the Author:

Register swam, played baseball and football in his youth, and later discovered track and field, where he became a four-time All-American on scholarship at the University of Arkansas. He served in the U.S. army for six years afterward-including in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm and in active-duty participation in the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program-where he won nine gold medals in the Armed Services Competition and two World Military Championships. Register participated in two U.S. Olympic trials in two hurdles distances and hoped to make the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team. But one misstep over a hurdle on May 17, 1994, changed his life forever. Register hyperextended his knee and severed the popliteal artery. Surgical reconstruction proved futile as gangrene set in, resulting in amputation of his left leg.

Following a long road to recovery, Register started swimming and made the U.S. Paralympic Team in 1996. Eventually, he returned to track and field, where he won a silver medal in the long jump-setting an American record-and sprinted to fifth in the 100 meters and 200 meters. Now Register motivates CEOs, business leaders, athletes, youth, veterans, and first responders as an inspirational speaker, trainer, coach and keynote presenting his "Hurdling Adversity" speech, asking business professionals to "amputate their fear and embrace their new normal."

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Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran and TEDx Motivational Speaker John Register marks 26 years since he embraced a "new normal" - becoming an amputee following a misstep over a hurdle while training for the Olympic Games - in a new business leadership development book set to launch May 17, on Amazon.

Related link: https://johnregister.com

Colorado Optometric Association Warns Patients to Be Cautious of ‘At-Home Eye Exam’ or ‘Vision Test’ Product Claims

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Some companies are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and asserting that their devices make it easy to conduct an eye exam at home. The truth of the matter is, there are a number of components that are part of an in-person, comprehensive eye exam with a doctor of optometry and there is no U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved, at-home device or app that people can use to self-conduct all of the elements of a proper eye examination. The Colorado Optometric Association, together with the American Optometric Association (AOA), warns that it is more important than ever to be aware of products that give the mistaken impression that their devices can substitute for a comprehensive eye examination or that they can shortcut getting a contact lens or eyeglasses prescription.

"When patients rely on an app for an eyeglass or contact lens prescription, they can receive inaccurate or misleading information and potentially delay essential sight saving treatment. In addition, changes in refractive status can be an underlying symptom of a number of eye or systemic conditions, which can only be detected through an in-person, comprehensive eye exam," says COA President, Dr. Buchanan. "We want to ensure that patients have access to medically-recognized eye health care and to protect them from companies, platforms or services that may put their health at risk."

The Colorado Optometric Association is joining with the AOA, patient advocacy organizations, state attorneys general and the media in warning the public about the lack of effectiveness and potential dangers of these devices and their marketing promises. With the proliferation of these online apps, optometry and other health care providers have continued to raise concerns about their safety and efficacy-including the potential for inaccurate prescriptions, missed diagnoses of serious and general health conditions, and the creation of a prescription with little input from an eye doctor.

"Eye exams with doctors of optometry, America's primary eye health and vision care providers, are essential health care that provide more than just a prescription but are also a critical component of patient's preventive health regimen. During this time, patients should work with their doctors to make use of health technologies that enhance care, and not be misled by questionable marketing claims that undermine it," AOA President Barbara L. Horn, O.D., says. "Patients need to be wary of any company that claims its device can replace the care that a doctor provides."

States are beginning to reopen health care access and eye doctors across the country are starting to safely provide comprehensive eye health examinations once again. Patients looking to schedule their annual eye examinations or update their prescriptions should contact their eye doctors, who are employing in-person and telehealth protocols to provide necessary refills and other eye health and vision care with one goal in mind - to protect everyone's health and safety.

About the Colorado Optometric Association (COA):

The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) is the professional organization of optometrists in Colorado. Over 600 Colorado Doctors of Optometry are voluntary members of the Association.

Since 1892, the COA has assisted its members in providing the highest standard of professional care to their patients by sponsoring continuing education programs for doctors, advocating in local and state governments for programs and laws that represent patients' best interests, and providing information for the public. For more information, please visit http://www.visioncare.org/ or call 303-863-9778.

Some companies are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and asserting that their devices make it easy to conduct an eye exam at home. The Colorado Optometric Association, together with the American Optometric Association (AOA), warns that it is more important than ever to be aware of products that give the mistaken impression that their devices can substitute for a comprehensive eye examination or that they can shortcut getting a contact lens or eyeglasses prescription.

Related link: https://colorado.aoa.org/

ARMCO Launches ACESXPRESS for Early Payment Defaults

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the release of ACESXPRESS(TM) for Early Payment Defaults (EPDs) to bolster lenders' existing audit programs in light of the recent increases in required monthly EPD audit volume.

"With unemployment figures on the rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry is bracing itself for a sharp increase in the number of EPDs on recently originated loans. Furthermore, EPDs are one of the strongest indicators of possible mortgage fraud, the likelihood of which also increases as borrowers feel a greater sense of urgency to secure financing for their home purchase," ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier said. "ACESXPRESS for EPDs provides a turnkey platform for managing sudden volume spikes in EPD audits while maintaining compliance with audit requirements. Because the system can be implemented within a week, ACESXPRESS for EPDs also minimizes the burden typically placed on existing staff when onboarding a new system, thus enabling lenders to begin realizing its benefits sooner."

Originally launched in 2016, ACESXPRESS delivers the power of the ACES Audit Technology(TM) platform in an easy-to-implement format for small and mid-sized lenders. Recognizing the need for a similar platform designed specifically for EPD audits, ARMCO refined the functionality of ACESXPRESS to deliver needed EPD audit support with a streamlined implementation timeframe. ACESXPRESS for EPDs includes:

* Minimal setup requirements and the ability to configure within a week;
* Full product support from ARMCO;
* Pre-configured audits, including ACES IQ for conducting EPD reviews; and
* A library of standard report templates.

"Responsiveness is key to managing loan quality," said Gauthier. "As economic and market conditions change, ARMCO is committed to delivering technology that supports lenders' audit needs and helps mitigate lending risk."

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 25 mortgage lenders, a third of the top 150 lenders and servicers and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(TM) to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment.

For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

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ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the release of ACESXPRESS for Early Payment Defaults (EPDs) to bolster lenders' existing audit programs in light of the recent increases in required monthly EPD audit volume.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Altavera Founder Brian Simons joins Maxwell executive team

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Digital mortgage leader Maxwell has announced Altavera Mortgage Services founder and former CEO Brian Simons has joined the company as president.

Simons comes to Maxwell with 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry, including capital markets, loan origination and default management. His deep understanding of the mortgage market further heightens Maxwell's capacity to build mortgage software that is tailored to meet the technology needs of its hundreds of small and midsize lender customers.

"We're thrilled to have Brian join the Maxwell team," said John Paasonen, co-founder and CEO of Maxwell. "Brian brings deep expertise in the mortgage industry and experience in organizational development acquired over an impressive career. He will be a huge asset as we enter our next phase of growth and extend our mission to empower lenders to make mortgages simpler and more accessible."

Prior to Maxwell, Brian was the CEO of Credit Risk Solutions at Computershare, which acquired Altavera Mortgage Services, a Denver-based company providing third-party origination, quality control and due diligence services to the mortgage community. Prior to Computershare, Simons founded and built Altavera to be a national service provider that catered to each client's unique outsourcing needs while fostering an environment of diversity and opportunity. Brian's career in the mortgage industry began on Wall Street with Credit Suisse and JPMorgan before becoming a founding executive of Urban Lending Solutions.

"I've spent the last ten years leading operational efficiency in mortgage originations, and it's become clear to me that technology is the key to that efficiency," said Brian Simons. "So many technology providers aim to eliminate humans, but there's nothing more personal than helping someone finance their American Dream. The Maxwell team shares my belief that the crucial benefit of mortgage technology lies in its ability to empower employees to deliver an unparalleled borrower experience. I'm excited to join Maxwell and pursue our common goal to elevate the human relationships at the heart of the mortgage transaction."

Recently named a winner of HW's Tech 100 for the fourth straight year, Maxwell's digital mortgage platform leverages proprietary algorithms built on its network of data across hundreds of thousands of loans to enable lenders to accelerate the mortgage lending process from application to underwriting. This allows lending teams to focus on the human relationship at the center of the mortgage journey. Today, hundreds of lenders across the United States use Maxwell's point-of-sale to originate $5 billion in mortgage loans each month at a cycle time 45 percent faster than the national average.

ABOUT MAXWELL

Maxwell empowers mortgage lenders to be more connected, productive and successful by intelligently automating their workflow with homebuyers and real estate agents. The platform is used by hundreds of mortgage lenders, community banks and credit unions nationwide to serve their homebuyers and real estate agent partners every day. Founded in 2015, Maxwell is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association and a preferred partner of The Mortgage Collaborative. The company is proud to be built in Denver, Colorado.

Connect with Maxwell:
- https://himaxwell.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/maxwellHQ
- https://twitter.com/ilovemaxwell

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Digital mortgage leader Maxwell has announced Altavera Mortgage Services founder and former CEO Brian Simons has joined the company as president. Simons comes to Maxwell with 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry, including capital markets, loan origination and default management.

Related link: https://himaxwell.com/

David and Laura Merage Foundation Donates 500 Toy Boxes to Children of Healthcare Workers

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- The David and Laura Merage Foundation launched the Merage Mini Heroes project to bring joy to the children of courageous frontline healthcare workers who are putting in extraordinarily long hours away from their families. Working in partnership with Timbuk Toys and several other local businesses, the foundation created 500 age-appropriate toy boxes that were gifted to parents at St. Joseph's Hospital and Denver Health.

"Our intention is to spark a bit of joy with these toys, and quite simply show these little ones how grateful we are that they are sharing their families with Coloradans in need," stated Sue Renner, Vice President of Philanthropy at the David and Laura Merage Foundation.

In honor of National Nurses Week, the foundation team delivered 500 boxes to the medical and non-medical staff at the two local hospitals. The hospitals then distributed these boxes for staff to pick up, noting the delight that their staff and the children showed when receiving these boxes.

"The Merage Little Heroes project is a humongous success! It is generating lots of excitement and overwhelming joy, and we are so thankful that David, Laura and their organization provided us with this act of kindness," responded Jamie Smith, CEO at St. Joseph Hospital.

This initiative exemplifies the deep commitment that David and Laura Merage have for early childhood education. In addition to Merage Mini Heroes, the David and Laura Merage Foundation has launched two nationwide programs focused on increasing high-quality care and education, Early Learning Ventures (ELV) and CareForAllChildren. Since its founding in 2008, ELV has impacted over 41,000 children and served 550 childcare programs around the U.S.

The CareForAllChildren campaign is paving the way for working parents and advocates to call on presidential candidates to address the childcare crisis. Each of these initiatives aims at supporting our youngest learners, families, and another set of heroes, childcare providers.

The Merage Mini Heroes initiative is unique in providing the opportunity to lift the spirts of our brave parents and their children during this challenging time. If additional hospitals and foundations are looking to participate or expand the current giving program, please contact Catharina Hughey, Operations Specialist, chughey@merage.org.

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

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The David and Laura Merage Foundation launched the Merage Mini Heroes project to bring joy to the children of courageous frontline healthcare workers who are putting in extraordinarily long hours away from their families. Working in partnership with Timbuk Toys and several other local businesses, the foundation created 500 age-appropriate toy boxes that were gifted to parents at St. Joseph's Hospital and Denver Health.

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

ARMCO Launches ACES Consumer™ Quality Management Platform for Financial Institutions

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the official release of ACES Consumer, the next iteration of its ACES Audit Technology(TM) platform designed specifically for financial institutions. The new solution provides both consumer banks and credit unions with a single platform to improve loan quality and gain valuable insights across all consumer lending channels.

"Traditionally, financial institutions have taken a siloed approach to quality control in lending. As a result, organizations may have a different process or platform for managing loan quality in each of their consumer product lines, thereby duplicating efforts and increasing the cost to comply," ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier said. "As the leader in quality control audit software for the mortgage industry, ARMCO has amassed a wealth of knowledge on best practices for managing QC and compliance, which we have leveraged in the development of ACES Consumer to provide all financial institutions with a single platform capable of ensuring loan quality and mitigating risk across their entire enterprise."

ACES Consumer is a web-based, user-definable platform that enables financial institutions to easily configure audits across their entire consumer lending portfolio to help reduce audit times by up to 40% and eliminate manual processes. Backed by a dedicated Client Success team, the platform includes automated loan sampling functionality, advanced reporting and dashboarding capabilities and a secure communication portal to streamline the quality control process.

ACES Consumer also uses pre-built questionnaires to ensure compliance with federal consumer regulations covering, but not limited to:
* Consumer direct and indirect lending;
* Truth in Lending Act (TILA);
* Loan applications;
* Branch audits;
* New deposit open end credit;
* Consumer loan servicing;
* Consumer leasing;
* Marketing; and
* Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

"Many financial institutions have been forced to rely on spreadsheets, email and manual processes to power their quality control audits. As organizations grow, these methods quickly become inadequate to the task, which exponentially increases the number of manhours required to complete this mission-critical function. Furthermore, these methods are ill-suited to a remote work environment, as they add unneeded complexity to the process and create multiple opportunities for data to become lost or corrupted," Gauthier said.

"With ACES Consumer, financial institutions can harness the power of web-based automation to streamline the quality control process, thereby ensuring that they have a scalable process in place for managing loan quality and mitigating risk, regardless of their operational circumstances."

For more information, visit https://www.armco.us/products/aces-consumer.

About ARMCO

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. More than half of the top 25 mortgage lenders, a third of the top 150 lenders and servicers and two of the top five U.S. commercial banks rely on ACES Audit Technology(TM) to improve audit throughput and quality, while controlling costs. 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, ARMCO clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the official release of ACES Consumer, the next iteration of its ACES Audit Technology platform designed specifically for financial institutions.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Sunstate Laboratories Introduces Revolutionary Cleaning Products That Help Eliminate Plastic Waste and Save Consumers Money

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- In the midst of celebrating Earth Day's 50th anniversary this month, SunState Labs is setting the standard for environmentally-responsible businesses, by employing sustainable production practices and conserving resources along the entire supply-chain. The company's product, DAZZ, is a non-toxic concentrated cleaning tablet, made with natural ingredients and designed to curb the need for single-use plastics.

Historically, household cleaners have primarily been available in ready-to-use (RTU) containers, perpetuating the "use-and-discard" cycle. Consumers buy their cleaning products pre-mixed in spray bottles, then have to toss each spray bottle as they become empty.

DAZZ, however, is breaking this cycle -- their concentrated, easy-to-use tablets are made to be used in any spray bottle, so customers can reuse existing bottles in their homes, over and over again. For the consumer, this not only saves them money, but also allows them to make environmentally-conscious purchasing decisions.

In a world where sustainability is becoming a major concern for the mainstream consumer market, DAZZ is filling that hole in the household cleaning industry, allowing individuals to incorporate greener habits into their cleaning routine.

Each year, over one billion plastic spray bottles are thrown out in the United States. These spray bottles contribute to the growing build-up of plastic waste in our oceans, which, according to Ocean Cleanup, a nonprofit organization dedicated to cleaning up plastic pollution in the oceans, currently amounts to over 5 trillion pieces of plastic. The issue of plastic waste has only increased in relevance, since China stopped purchasing the United States' plastic waste in 2018.

David Shahan, CEO and Chief Innovation Officer for SunState Labs, had this exact issue in mind when he developed DAZZ Cleaning Tablets.

In addition to environmental and economic benefits, DAZZ also boasts high performance when tested against industry leaders. In tests conducted at the TURI lab at the University of Massachusetts, DAZZ Window & Glass Cleaner beat Windex, DAZZ All-Purpose beat Formula 409, and DAZZ Bathroom beat Clorox. Despite costing about 75% less than these leading RTU brands, DAZZ outperforms them when it comes to tackling tough messes.

DAZZ cleaning tablets, when added to a bottle of lukewarm water, dissolve into a powerful cleaning solution, free of fillers and toxic chemicals. The tablet form saves storage space in the household, as well as lessens the cost and environmental impact of transportation. Consumers can order either a Starter Kit, which includes spray bottles and tablet packets, or a Refill Package of just tablets -- either way, no water is being shipped.

Shahan wants to stress the importance of local suppliers in the fight for more sustainable business practices. "I'd like to see local programs foster the ingenuity of local suppliers," says Shahan. "Hiring locally, sourcing locally, and protecting the environment go hand-in-hand with a profitable, sustainable enterprise."

SunState's mission is to create innovative products that are safe, tough on dirt, and encourage environmental sustainability.

Learn more at: https://dazzcleaner.com/

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
David Shahan
CEO and Chief Innovation Officer of SunState Labs
720-524-8477
David@sunstatelabs.com

In the midst of celebrating Earth Day's 50th anniversary this month, SunState Labs is setting the standard for environmentally-responsible businesses, by employing sustainable production practices and conserving resources along the entire supply-chain. The company's product, DAZZ, is a non-toxic concentrated cleaning tablet, made with natural ingredients and designed to curb the need for single-use plastics.

Related link: https://dazzcleaner.com/

ARMCO Updates ACES IQ to Provide Guidance on Regulatory Changes Made in Response to COVID-19 National Emergency Declaration

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise financial risk mitigation solutions, announced it has created a new question set category within its ACES Intelligent Questionnaire (ACES IQ) functionality to house all temporary regulatory provisions issued by state and federal agencies and the GSEs in response to the COVID-19 national emergency declaration. The new category provides ACES users with a centralized repository inside ACES Audit Technology to ensure audits are conducted using the most up-to-date compliance standards.

"With new information and guidance being issued seemingly by the minute at all supervisory levels, the task of collecting and tracking these changes can overwhelm even the most robust compliance department," ARMCO CEO Trevor Gauthier said. "In these challenging times, it is more important than ever for ARMCO to support its customers in their compliance, quality control and risk management efforts, and our team is dedicated to staying on top of these temporary provisions to ensure our clients are always working with the most current information available."

To help the industry at large stay informed of these changes as they arise, ARMCO is also tracking compliance news related to COVID-19 in its Compliance NewsHub, a free credit and compliance research library curated by ARMCO's in-house compliance team covering updates from regulators and investors. Readers can search for all COVID-19 compliance updates and news within the "Disaster News" category. In addition, ARMCO's compliance team has added all current dates for temporary compliance provisions related to COVID-19 on the Compliance Calendar, ARMCO's searchable roundup of compliance dates and deadlines, under the tag "COVID-19."

To subscribe to the Compliance NewsHub Weekly Roundup and Compliance Calendar, visit https://www.armco.us/compliance-newshub/subscribe.

About ARMCO

ARMCO is the leading provider of loan quality enterprise software, services, data and analytics for financial institutions and independent mortgage lenders. Its flagship product, ACES Audit Technology(tm), has set the bar for user definability in its category and is used at virtually every point in the mortgage lifecycle, as well as for a wide range of risk-prone business operations across the consumer lending spectrum. Over half of the top 25 mortgage lenders and 33% of the top 150 lenders and servicers combined choose ARMCO. ARMCO's consultative approach to customer relationships leverages 25 years of risk intel, ensuring that its clients are using the most effective risk mitigation strategies and the fastest, most reliable, most efficient means for preventing risk-related loss. ARMCO distributes the ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report, a free quarterly analysis of industry-wide mortgage loan quality.

For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise financial risk mitigation solutions, announced it has created a new question set category within its ACES Intelligent Questionnaire (ACES IQ) functionality to house all temporary regulatory provisions issued by state and federal agencies and the GSEs in response to the COVID-19 national emergency declaration.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Refinance Spike Drives Continued Decrease in Critical Defect Rate, According to Q3 2019 ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise financial risk mitigation solutions, announced the release of the quarterly ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report. The latest report covers third quarter (Q3) 2019 and provides loan quality findings for mortgages reviewed by ACES Audit Technology™.

In Q3 2019, the overall critical defect rate reached 1.56%, representing a 9% decrease from the previous quarter and resulting in the lowest defect rate since Q4 2016. This also represents a 19% improvement from the most recent critical defect rate peak, which occurred in Q4 2018.

"The driving force behind Q3's strong critical defect rate is the increase in refinances, which accounted for 40% of the overall volume of loans reviewed this quarter. Given the current rate environment and overall mortgage market conditions, ARMCO's outlook for both the critical defect rate and the market as a whole remains incredibly strong," said ARMCO Executive Vice President, Nick Volpe.

The report's noteworthy findings include:
* The percentage of government loans reviewed in Q3 fell as the interest rate environment drove more conventional refinances, resulting in a 10% improvement on FHA loan defects compared to the previous quarter.
* Defect performance for purchase loans also improved, with defect categories related to core underwriting and qualification showing improvements over Q2 2019.
* Increase in Property/Appraisal defects driven by lasting effects of Hurricane Dorian, Hurricane Humberto and the multiple wildfires in Northern and Southern California.

"While refinance transactions generally result in fewer defects, volume spikes can often have the opposite impact on loan quality," said ARMCO President, Phil McCall. "Leveraging technology helps lenders better manage mortgage volume peaks and valleys while always keeping the focus on loan quality."

ARMCO's Mortgage QC Industry Trends Reports are based on nationwide post-closing quality control loan data from over 90,000 unique loans selected for random full-file reviews, as was captured by the company's ACES Analytics benchmarking software. Defects listed in the report are categorized using the Fannie Mae loan defect taxonomy. ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Reports are available for download, free of charge, at https://www.armco.us/learn/reports.

About ARMCO

Over half of the top 25 mortgage lenders and 33% of the top 150 lenders and servicers combined choose ARMCO. ARMCO's product line includes loan quality enterprise software, services, data and analytics. Its flagship product, ACES Audit Technology™, has set the bar for user definability in its category. It is used at virtually every point in the mortgage lifecycle, as well as for a wide range of risk-prone business operations outside traditional mortgage origination and servicing.

ARMCO's consultative approach to customer relationships leverages 25 years of mortgage risk intel, assuring that its clients are using the most effective risk mitigation strategies, and are using the fastest, most reliable, most efficient means for preventing risk-related loss. ARMCO distributes the ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report, a free quarterly analysis of industry-wide mortgage loan quality. For more information, visit www.armco.us or call 1-800-858-1598.

ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise financial risk mitigation solutions, announced the release of the quarterly ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report. The latest report covers third quarter (Q3) 2019 and provides loan quality findings for mortgages reviewed by ACES Audit Technology™.

Related link: https://www.armco.us/

Kendra Lee to be Featured Speaker at Global Sales Conference

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Nationally recognized sales and marketing leader Kendra Lee, president and CEO of KLA Group Inc., Centennial, has been selected to be a featured speaker at OutBound, the "biggest, baddest" conference in the sales profession. The conference, focused exclusively on sales prospecting, pipeline and productivity, will be in Atlanta May 5-8. More than 1,200 attendees from around the world are expected to attend.

Lee, a prospect attraction authority, sales expert, speaker and author, was chosen by OutBound to present after a rigorous selection process of podcasts, interviews and webinars. She will speak to the conference attendees about Email Sales Prospecting: Proven Strategies to Break the Delete Barrier.

"In boxes are cluttered with promotions, updates and, honestly, a lot of spam," says Lee. "You need your messages to pop if you want to catch a prospect's attention."

Learn the strategies you need to break the email delete barrier during Lee's session at OutBound. Area sales professionals are invited to attend the OutBound conference and register with the code "Kendra100" to save $100. Registration information can be found here: https://outboundconference.com/

OutBound attracts more than 1,200 global attendees who are looking to reach higher, upskill, recharge and gain a decisive competitive advantage. Lee joins a powerful lineup of speakers featuring influential authors and thought leaders.

Lee is the author of two award-winning books, "The Sales Magnet" and "Selling Against the Goal." Lee's passion is new business revenue generation: in gaining new clients through sales prospecting and lead generation, in growing existing client accounts, market expansion, competitive differentiation and value creation. She is a frequent speaker at conferences, national sales meetings, and association and industry events across the United States.

About KLA Group Inc.:

KLA Group Inc. is a sales and marketing agency located in the Denver, Colo., area with clients located across the globe. Since its inception in 1995, KLA Group has worked with companies in the IT high tech, telecommunications and other business-to-business industries. The organization helps clients generate more revenue by leveraging its expertise in lead generation, sales prospecting, and sales and marketing hiring and onboarding. For more information, please visit KLA's website, https://www.klagroup.com/ - or call 303-741-6636.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Kristin Logan
(250) 201-0576
klogan@klagroup.com

Nationally recognized sales and marketing leader Kendra Lee, president and CEO of KLA Group Inc., Centennial, has been selected to be a featured speaker at OutBound, the "biggest, baddest" conference in the sales profession. The conference, focused exclusively on sales prospecting, pipeline and productivity, will be in Atlanta May 5-8.

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