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Modern Foot & Ankle Welcomes New Podiatrist to Casselberry Clinic

CASSELBERRY, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- There's a new face in town for your feet. Jacob Huffman, D.P.M., joined the podiatric group Modern Foot & Ankle in July. Last week, he became the sole practitioner of the Casselberry clinic.

"This has been a great opportunity for me," said Dr. Huffman. "Modern Foot & Ankle is a group of physicians with a common mindset and goal: to provide high-quality patient care and utilize all available resources to ensure the patient has the best outcome."

After earning his medical degree from Barry University in Miami and completing his surgical residency at the Miami VA Medical Center, Dr. Huffman, who was born and raised in Central Florida, was excited to return to the Orlando area.

"As a young man growing up in the small suburb of Apopka, I feel I was shaped by Orlando- with the magic of Disney in my backyard and the natural wonders of Wekiwa State park just down the street," he said. "This combination helped shape my wonder and amazement for science and education."

Dr. Huffman said he's proud to serve the growing city and give back to his neighbors as a physician. He added that he's excited to offer patients the groundbreaking services he received advanced training on during his surgical program.

"Having the opportunity to work in the VA and UM health system exposed me to some of the newest up-and-coming technologies that have provided me with the mindset of constant evolution in pursuit of quality patient care," said Dr. Huffman.

His specialties, which include minimally-invasive bunion and hammertoe corrections, fall in line with the group's focus on continually discovering new technologies and techniques.

"I believe Modern Foot & Ankle provides something that most cannot," he said. "We offer technologically-based patient care while still providing patients with the small-town warmth of your local practice."

As a physician, Dr. Huffman said he enjoys "explaining the etiology and using a systematic approach to help tailor each treatment plan to the patient's needs." He feels that having the patient engaged in their treatment not only ensures that they fully understand the condition but aids them once they are out of the office.

Moreover, helping patients find immediate relief for the variety of conditions seen in podiatry garners him great personal and professional satisfaction.

"From removing a foreign object or an ingrown toenail to alleviating heel pain with an injection, seeing the smile on patients' faces makes everything worth it," he said.

The clinic is located at 178 Wilshire Blvd., in Casselberry. The location's former provider, Dr. Roma Patel, recently moved to the group's newest office in Winter Garden, Fla., which celebrated its grand opening last g Monday.

About Modern Foot & Ankle®

Through Big-City Technology. Small-Town Care.® Modern Foot & Ankle has reshaped the patient experience and curated a progressive model for podiatric healthcare. The board-certified physicians provide comprehensive medical and surgical solutions for foot and ankle conditions in clinics across Central Florida. With 24/7 online booking and check-in, extended office hours, advanced on-site equipment, and cutting-edge treatment options, Modern Foot & Ankle serves patients efficiently, comfortably, and on their schedule. For more information, visit http://www.modernfootankle.com/.

Contact: Lindsay Siegel, Modern Foot & Ankle
Phone: (813) 549-5678
Email: marketing@mfahealth.com

There's a new face in town for your feet. Jacob Huffman, D.P.M., joined the podiatric group Modern Foot & Ankle in July. Last week, he became the sole practitioner of the Casselberry clinic.

Related link: http://modernfootandankle.com/

Knowledge Coop Appoints Brian Paine as Director of Technology

VANCOUVER, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ -- Knowledge Coop, the industry's top online compliance training and virtual work platform, today announced it has hired Brian Paine as Director of Technology. His responsibilities at Knowledge Coop include maintaining a stable working environment for all of Knowledge Coop's technical operations, including its flagship virtual workspace for centralizing compliance training The Coop; spearheading future tech enhancements and improvements; and ensuring security processes are up-to-date and monitored.

"Brian Paine's decades of experience in the tech industry make him an already invaluable and welcome addition to the Knowledge Coop team," said Knowledge Coop president Ken Perry. "As Knowledge Coop continues to grow, we expect Brian's expertise to play a pivotal role. Brian's experience as security and infrastructure will be particularly valuable as we expand the features and functionality of The Coop."

Paine comes to Knowledge Coop after spending nearly four years at PayPal as both a Security Architect and Infrastructure Architect. Paine has also served in integral technology roles at Entisys360, Western Precooling, Live Nation, Charles Schwab and Nordstrom.

"I look forward to the opportunity to work side-by-side with Ken and the Knowledge Coop team to leverage my 23 years of experience in the tech industry in bringing Ken's extraordinary vision and SaaS platform to unprecedented levels with its current and ever-growing user base," said Paine. "Over the last 13 years, I have watched Ken bring to market a well-thought and extremely customer-centric SaaS learning management system, business social platform and community that serves to enlighten and entertain in very unique, thought-provoking and fun ways.

"This is yet another new and exciting chapter in my career, and I am ready for the next ride and where my Knowledge Coop leadership team peers and I will take it," continued Paine.

About Knowledge Coop

Knowledge Coop has transformed compliance, continuing education and training in the mortgage industry. In addition to creating entertaining and engaging NMLS, pre-licensure and annual compliance training videos, the company has also developed The Coop, a virtual workspace for delivering, tracking and reporting on training. Users can also collaborate and communicate with their peers and Knowledge Coop's team of compliance experts, thus creating an internal hub for education and expertise. To date, Knowledge Coop has helped more than 100 mortgage and real estate companies and 24,000 users maintain compliance with federal and state continuing education requirements as well as housing finance rules and regulations. To learn more, visit https://www.knowledgecoop.com.

Knowledge Coop, the industry's top online compliance training and virtual work platform, today announced it has hired Brian Paine as Director of Technology. His responsibilities at Knowledge Coop include maintaining a stable working environment for all of Knowledge Coop's technical operations.

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

International Branded Product Solutions Agency LR Paris Appoints Lee Rolnick as Head of Sales for North America

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- LR Paris announced the appointment of Lee Rolnick as Head of Sales for the North American Market. Founded in 1959, LR Paris is the leading agency providing fully integrated, Branded Products Solutions.

CEO of LR Paris, Charles Dolige, spoke about the appointment: "LR Paris is excited to welcome Lee Rolnick as our new Head of Sales for the U.S. Lee is an accomplished leader. His unique combination of passion and expertise will benefit our sales team while propelling LR Paris' expansion in the U.S."

Lee Rolnick has proven himself as a driven leader with his previous successes improving sales through performance-driven strategies across multiple industries including: healthcare, medical devices, laboratory, telecom, and cosmetic/skincare.

Prior to joining LR Paris, as the Director of Sales for Cosmetic Solutions in Boca Raton, FL, Lee led the company's 125% growth in sales in just over 3 years.

Born and raised in New York, Lee attended Hofstra University, earning his bachelor's degree in business administration. He currently lives in Boca Raton with his wife Jewel and their 2 sons, Lane (16) and Ethan (13). When not hard at work, you'll find him coaching his sons' basketball and football teams.

Lee Rolnick commented on his new position as Head of Sales for North America: "I'm thrilled to be part of team of expert professionals offering global branded products solutions. LR Paris' consultative methodology is unique in providing an approach usually not found in today's market. Our focus is on listening and finding the best solutions for our clients."

About LR Paris

LR Paris is a fully integrated agency, creating and producing branded products solutions globally. Offices are located in North America, Asia, and Europe.

Recognized for its unrivaled expertise, LR Paris is one of the few companies in the industry featuring an in-house design, logistics, and production team, as well as a network of exclusive manufacturing partners from around the world.

LR Paris' dedication to excellence has served over 4,000 clients across diverse industries including Banking & Finance, Fashion & Cosmetics, Hospitality, Luxury, Real Estate, Retail, Education, Government, Technology, Museums, Nonprofits, Aerospace, Pharmaceuticals, Sports, and Travel.

Clients include: The White House, Estee Lauder Companies, American Express, E*Trade, Marriot, Bonvoy, Related, Edition Hotels, NYU, and Blue Origin.

More at: https://www.lrparis.com/

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LR Paris announced the appointment of Lee Rolnick as Head of Sales for the North American Market. Founded in 1959, LR Paris is the leading agency providing fully integrated, Branded Products Solutions.

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

Olea Kiosks, Inc. Adds Ticketing Specialist Jared Epstein to Sales Team

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Olea Kiosks®, Inc., a visionary provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, today announced the expansion of its sales team by adding Jared Epstein to handle the ticketing vertical.

Epstein joins Olea following 4 years of ticketing experience with Vista Entertainment, most recently as Business Development Manager for North America. With a comprehensive background building strategic partnerships, Epstein brings tremendous experience to help strengthen relationship and reach within the cinema industry and in the broader hospitality space. After starting his career as a 5th generation family member, Epstein also has an appreciation for what it takes to continuously grow a family business.

"I've had the opportunity to work with a number of vendors throughout my career and after working with Olea as a customer, I admire the way the organization is run from leadership, manufacturing, customer experience through to sales and business development," said Epstein.

"We've seen Jared's efforts working alongside him while he was a customer at Vista Entertainment and we're eager to see how we can continue to work with Vista to grow within the cinema industry," stated CEO Frank Olea. "The pandemic has taken its toll across hospitality and Jared has the experience to help work with them to bring profit back to their business," added Olea.

In addition to almost doubling its manufacturing space earlier this year, Olea Kiosks®, Inc. has also strengthened its leadership team, added other additional sales resources, and expanded its customer experience team to position itself well for future growth.

About Olea Kiosks®, Inc.

Olea Kiosks Inc. is a self-service kiosk solution provider for the attractions and entertainment, healthcare and hospitality industries. Its technologically advanced, in-house manufacturing, design, and innovation have made it an industry leader. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, customers include Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas, The Habit Burger Grill, The Empire State Building, Universal Studios, Scientific Games, Subway and Kaiser Permanente.

For more information, visit https://www.olea.com/.

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Olea Kiosks®, Inc., a visionary provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, today announced the expansion of its sales team by adding Jared Epstein to handle the ticketing vertical.

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

DocMagic Promotes Chris Lewis to Director of Enterprise Solutions

TORRANCE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, automated regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that it has promoted Chris Lewis to Director of Enterprise Solutions. The new title reflects the elevated role he has proactively taken at the company in increasing revenue, forging strategic partnerships, and making inroads with large entities and marquee accounts.

"Since joining the DocMagic family in 2016, Chris has done an outstanding job helping clients go "e" and ultimately achieve 100 percent paperless eClosings," stated Dominic Iannitti, President and CEO of DocMagic. "Chris has become one of the mortgage industry's best subject matter experts on eClosings, digital mortgage workflow automation, and supporting solutions. This promotion is well-deserved, and we look forward to supporting his continued success."

In the Director of Enterprise Solutions role, Chris provides highly consultative, analytical, and solution-crafting insight for DocMagic's enterprise accounts to strategically implement its comprehensive Total eClose™ platform, eNotes, and eVaults, among other technologies. He collaborates with top-tier organizations to arrive at approaches to digital mortgage automation that align with their specific business models and long-term goals.

Chris has a rich background in the mortgage industry spanning more than 25 years working for prominent banks, mega lenders, servicers, technology providers, and other key entities in the supply chain. He started his career at Fidelity National Financial (FNF) and held a variety of roles in title insurance, eventually becoming COO over a large nationwide title operation and later migrating to the position of Chief Data Administrator.

In addition, Chris held key roles at several spin-off companies that includes Fidelity Information Services, Loan Portfolio Services, and Black Knight. Prior to joining DocMagic, Chris was Executive Director at JP Morgan Chase where he helped implement new processes and technologies for its Loan Administration Division.

"I am passionate about delivering on the promise of eClosings and digital mortgage workflows and excited about the success our clients are realizing with Total eClose," said Lewis. "At DocMagic, we take a business advisory approach to eClosings, guiding clients to hone their processes and workflows, implement quickly but strategically, and enjoy a smooth launch of the platform. I am elated to continue helping mortgage companies realize newfound digital efficiencies."

About DocMagic:

DocMagic, Inc. is the leading provider of fully compliant document generation, automated compliance, eSignature and comprehensive eMortgage solutions for the mortgage industry. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Torrance, Calif., DocMagic, Inc. develops award-winning software, mobile apps, and web-based systems for the production and delivery of compliant loan document packages. The company's solutions connect industry participants, promote collaboration, and data integrity to execute precision-based digital lending transactions. The company's compliance experts and in-house legal staff consistently monitor legal and regulatory changes at both the federal and state levels to ensure accuracy.

For more information on DocMagic, visit https://www.docmagic.com/.

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Profundity Communications, Inc.
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jbowerbank@profunditymarketing.com

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DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, automated regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that it has promoted Chris Lewis to Director of Enterprise Solutions. The new title reflects the elevated role he has proactively taken at the company in increasing revenue, forging strategic partnerships, and making inroads with large entities and marquee accounts.

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

Amazon Beauty Agency – Market Defense LLC – Announces New Leadership and Organizational Changes to Support Growth

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Market Defense, a leading brand growth and protection agency supporting Beauty and passion brands on the Amazon platform, just announced changes to its executive team and client delivery teams to support a surge in growth. Market Defense operates 3P businesses on behalf of its clients, providing deep expertise in Amazon account management, brand protection, value added logistics and performance marketing. Its portfolio of passion brands includes influential legacy brands like Dr. Dennis Gross and Philip B, as well as female-founded indie successes Beauty Bakerie and Sara Happ.

Vanessa Kuykendall, former Vice President of Business Development, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Vanessa leads all client delivery. She is focused on scaling cross-functional client delivery and broadening capabilities in account management, brand protection and performance marketing to drive faster and more meaningful growth for Market Defense clients. Vanessa has worked in the beauty industry for 27 years in sales, training and merchandising leadership roles at The Body Shop, MAC Cosmetics, Estee Lauder and Tiffany & Co. Prior to co-founding Market Defense in 2017, Vanessa led the Beauty.com business for Walgreens.

Brandon Pemberton, former SVP, Client Engagement, has been promoted to President. In this role, Brandon is leading the overall scaling of the business and supporting operations as well as key initiatives to expand sector coverage, broaden services and deepen data & analytics capabilities. Brandon has worked with consumer and retail brands for 25 years in executive leadership roles and operating positions in product development, sales, merchandising and operations. Prior to joining Market Defense in early 2021, Brandon was a strategy principal at Point B where he focused on organizational design and development for global consumer data & analytics organizations.

Chad Annis, Founder and CEO shared, "I am so proud of the work that our clients and our teams are doing to support tremendous growth on Amazon. The pace of change on Amazon is more rapid than I've ever seen, and the requirements to win are increasingly complex. Brandon and Vanessa bring the leadership we require to stay ahead of these changes and continue to deliver outstanding results for our clients."

Market Defense has also brought Michael Sampson on board as an Advisor. Michael has been in beauty and personal care for nearly 20 years. In his early career at L'Oréal, he held several positions, eventually running the Prestige Professional brands as General Manager of Kerastase and Shu Uemura. Following L'Oréal, Michael ran incubator Hatch Beauty as the Brands' President, building products sold exclusively through premium beauty retailers. Following Hatch Beauty, Michael was the global CEO of Kate Somerville.

Alongside these leadership changes, Market Defense has invested heavily in its delivery teams including a doubling of brand management, logistics and marketing teams. This investment includes the integration of its sister company, Growth Atlas, an Amazon incubator for high-potential new brands.

About Market Defense

Market Defense is the most sought-after partner for prestige beauty and passion brands seeking to protect their brand equity and drive profitable growth on the Amazon Marketplace. We provide a full suite of services that includes: Account Management, Brand Protection & Legal, Logistics & Operations, Advertising, and Creative.

Learn more by visiting our website at https://marketdefense.com/.

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Stacey Wisniewski
Marketing & PR
Market Defense LLC
(615) 934-1817
wiz@marketdefense.com

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Market Defense, a leading brand growth and protection agency supporting Beauty and passion brands on the Amazon platform, just announced changes to its executive team and client delivery teams to support a surge in growth. Market Defense operates 3P businesses on behalf of its clients, providing deep expertise in Amazon account management, brand protection, value added logistics and performance marketing.

Related link: https://marketdefense.com/

Current Builders Promotes Roberto Aguiar to Chief Estimator

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Current Builders (www.currentbuilders.com) is pleased to announce that Roberto Aguiar has been promoted to Chief Estimator. Aguiar joined the award-winning general contracting firm in 2016 and quickly ascended to senior estimator, where he demonstrated his talent for evaluating bid documents, preparing RFIs and effectively communicating with both clients and construction teams.

"Roberto has consistently proven to be an outstanding member of Current Builders' team," said Eric Herlihy, Executive Vice President - Preconstruction. "As Chief Estimator, he will play a critical role in our company's ability to maintain profitability and growth. We have tremendous confidence in his leadership and talent for procuring competitive projects."

Aguiar is a forward-thinking estimator with 18 years of progressive experience in the construction industry, including management training and organizational development. He is bilingual professional with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

"I am thankful for this opportunity to serve Current Builders in this expanded role," said Aguiar. "I look forward to leading the estimating team as we work to efficiently deliver optimized services to our current clients and to expand our partnerships with new developers through competitive bids."

About Current Builders:

Current Builders is an award-winning general contractor, established in 1972 with average annual revenues of $250 Million. Current Builders specializes in multi-family residential projects, healthcare facilities, office/warehouse buildings, commercial distribution facilities, parking garages, interior build-outs, interior and exterior renovations, all included as turnkey projects inclusive of the construction of the buildings and related site work.

Learn more: https://www.currentbuilders.com/

Current Builders is pleased to announce that Roberto Aguiar has been promoted to Chief Estimator. Aguiar joined the award-winning general contracting firm in 2016 and quickly ascended to senior estimator, where he demonstrated his talent for evaluating bid documents, preparing RFIs and effectively communicating with both clients and construction teams.

Related link: http://www.currentbuilders.com/

McWhirter Promotes Tanya Shubert to Vice President of Management and Operations, Mid-South

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, McWhirter (www.mcwrealty.com), a leading commercial services firm in the southeast, announced the promotion of Tanya Shubert to Vice President of Management and Operations, Mid-South. Shubert joined McWhirter in 2018 and has been instrumental in growing the medical office property management portfolio to 11 buildings across Alabama and Mississippi.

"Tanya's 25 years of experience in healthcare facility management and maintenance ensures our clients receive the highest level of advice and service while she oversees the management of their investments," said Barry McWhirter, President and CEO of McWhirter. "We look forward to her continued commitment to make McWhirter the leading healthcare management service provider in the southeast."

In addition to Ms. Shubert's healthcare management experience, she has specialized expertise in life safety, emergency management, environment of care and regulation and standards for healthcare facilities and hospitals.

Tanya has served in leadership roles for healthcare systems and served on various committees including Safety, Environment of Care, Infection Control and Quality Control. She holds certifications for FEMA National Incident Management, OSHA and HeartSaver(r) CPR, along with specialized training in electrical safety, defensive driving and advanced regional response training.

About McWhirter

McWhirter's Property Management team has more than 100 years of experience and manages more than 7 million square feet of healthcare, industrial, office and retail space in eight states. Through long-term client and vendor relationships, current technology systems and leading industry software solutions, we proactively identify challenges to reduce costs and increase efficiencies for our clients. We employ building engineers skilled in the design, installation and maintenance of major service areas including heating, electrical, mechanical, landscape, health safety and security.

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

Today, McWhirter, a leading commercial services firm in the southeast, announced the promotion of Tanya Shubert to Vice President of Management and Operations, Mid-South. Shubert joined McWhirter in 2018 and has been instrumental in growing the medical office property management portfolio to 11 buildings across Alabama and Mississippi.

Related link: https://mcwrealty.com/

Chase Petersen Joins KIS Technologies as Sr. Business Development Manager

PLANO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- KIS Technologies, a suite of smart, secure, simple solutions for the ticketing industry, today announced the addition of Chase Petersen as Sr. Business Development Manager. Petersen will be located in the Plano, Texas office.

Chase joins KIS Technologies with more than five years of sales, marketing and operations success with professional sports teams including the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers Baseball Club. Petersen is responsible for business development activities across all KIS Technologies products including KIS Ticket, KIS Kiosk and KIS Park.

"We're very excited to have Chase on board," explained Toby Fender, President at KIS Technologies. "Chase's experience in developing relationships and understanding event solutions makes him a great candidate as we continue to build KIS Technologies as a high-tech platform to deliver high touch experiences. We're already seeing higher demand for live events and entertainment, and we're excited about the features and functionality we've developed to help the industry return to business," added Fender.

About KIS Technologies:

KIS Technologies is a suite of smart, secure, simple solutions designed to ease management and promote sales for the ticketing industry. Flagship products include KIS Ticket and KIS Kiosk which offer a robust set of features to sell tickets 24/7 in a contactless customer journey.

KIS Kiosk is an ecosystem partner using the Tessitura API and is integrated with WorldPay and Windcave payment processors to give patrons the convenience and ease of serving themselves. KIS Ticket is a smart, simple, point-of-sale solution for general admission events and is fully integrated with Square and Bluefin payment processing solutions for contactless, secure, P2PE transactions. KIS Park is a convenient, handheld parking POS system that allows parking attendants to scan, sell and print parking passes with a single contactless solution.

Headquartered in Plano, Texas, customers include the Georgia Aquarium, State Fair of Texas, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Sydney Opera House and the Calgary Zoo.

For more information, visit https://www.kisticket.com/kis_technologies.

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KIS Technologies, a suite of smart, secure, simple solutions for the ticketing industry, today announced the addition of Chase Petersen as Sr. Business Development Manager. Petersen will be located in the Plano, Texas office.

SalesLeads Inc. Introduces New Business Development Service Led by Industrial Sales Growth Veteran, Brian Capobianco

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Brian Capobianco joins SalesLeads Inc. leading the Company's new Prospecting Services. Mr. Capobianco, formerly the Director of Production with MHSS (Material Handling Sales Solutions) a lead generation, appointment setting, and outsourced business development company, will lead the new industrial focused front-end sales development efforts.

SalesLeads Inc. recently expanded to include the new Prospecting Services to support existing clients with their business development operations, executing a series of front-end sales tactics to drive additional sales opportunities with qualified prospects so that their internal sales team can focus on more meaningful conversations with prospects that are ready to engage. "

Over the years, SalesLeads Inc. has partnered with numerous sales and marketing departments in the material handling, logistics, automation and other industrial areas identifying, engaging, and nurturing decision makers in their target accounts until they are sales-ready as defined by the client," said Evan Lamolinara, president of SalesLeads Inc. "We've developed and put into practice proven systems and processes with the help and support of Brian Capobianco, and are looking forward to him contributing to accelerating our growth with this new service offering to existing and future clients."

The Company has begun marketing the new Prospecting Services on its website. You can find it at https://salesleadsinc.com/prospecting-services/

About SalesLeads, Inc.

Since 1959, SalesLeads Inc., based in Jacksonville, Florida is a leader in delivering researched-based, industrial project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified appointments with decision makers.

Visit us at: https://www.salesleadsinc.com/ or call 800-231-7876.

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Brian Capobianco joins SalesLeads Inc. leading the Company's new Prospecting Services. Mr. Capobianco, formerly the Director of Production with MHSS (Material Handling Sales Solutions) a lead generation, appointment setting, and outsourced business development company, will lead the new industrial focused front-end sales development efforts.

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

Zach Poth Joins TAG CXO as COO to Support Growing Demand for Fractional Executive Services

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- TAG CXO, an organization of successful fractional executives available for hire, is pleased to announce that Zach Poth has joined the team. Poth is an accomplished information technology pro who will take on the role of chief operating officer.

In this role, Zach will support all TAG CXO chief information officers and industry advisors, helping to match these executives-as-a-service with the right companies to make a significant impact for both parties. Zach will ensure the company continues to offer undiluted quality as it grows and he will be a brand ambassador for TAG CXO's core values.

"I look at myself as the guardian of the brand for TAG," he said. "I want to make sure those core values are carried through all of our interactions - with the team and with our clients."

Zach has had the good fortune of working with many remarkable organizations and professionals that have provided him decades of experience learning the ins and outs of business building and leadership. Creating effective operational processes, designing cutting-edge platforms and managing lucrative sales programs are some of Zach's successes, but his greatest achievements have come from strategically bridging gaps in an organization to lead to success of their business initiatives.

While Zach has worked with a variety of companies in heavy, civil and commercial constructions, energy and utility, diversified industrials and software-as-a-service, his passion lies in in the development of businesses and people in the start-up and technology industries.

"Zach is a real utility player, astute with client-focused marketing strategies, able to provide experienced leadership across the sales cycle, and confident building out and managing the delivery executive bench," said TAG CXO principal and founder, Paul Theisen. "His portfolio of experience and skillsets are second to his strength of character as a man of faith, a great husband and father and great team member at the office. We are delighted and fortunate to have him join the TAG Team, raise the bar and be the guardian of our brand promise."

Zach takes his role as guardian outside the office as well, to his home and wife and children. Raising his family to be Christ-centered leaders is Zach's greatest joy.

To learn more visit: https://tagcxo.com/about/zach-poth/ and https://tagcxo.com/services

About TAG CXO:

Based in Phoenix, Arizona, TAG CXO is a privately held company, providing Interim and Fractional IT leadership executives, founded in 2019. The company maintains a bench of industry-trained, enterprise-level executives, available on-demand to mid-market CEOs. TAG CXO executives help to round-out a firm's leadership team and close the IT talent gap with fully qualified expertise, offering a more affordable, lower-risk option than hiring full-time staff. Learn more at: https://tagcxo.com/.

TAG CXO, 7000 N 16th Street, Suite 120-167, Phoenix, AZ 85020.

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TAG CXO, an organization of successful fractional executives available for hire, is pleased to announce that Zach Poth has joined the team. Poth is an accomplished information technology pro who will take on the role of chief operating officer.

Related link: https://tagcxo.com/

SimpleNexus expands C-suite under leadership of Cathleen Schreiner Gates

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new executive appointments in operations, revenue generation and customer success. With this restructure, recently appointed CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates deepens the tech firm's organizational chart and adds her stamp to an executive team focused on elevating the homeownership experience.

"SimpleNexus' continued success requires a corresponding commitment to ensuring the proper strategic-level thinking and oversight are in place in all aspects of the company," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "I've hand-selected these proven team members to help drive our strategy and prepare for future growth."

THE PROMOTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES INCLUDE:

Kevin McKenzie, Chief Operating Officer (COO)

McKenzie, who is also the firm's chief financial officer (CFO), will absorb the responsibilities of COO, including oversight of human resources, information technology, legal, corporate development and facilities.

John Aslanian, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

Aslanian's promotion from senior vice president of sales to CRO recognizes his contributions to two years of record-breaking revenue growth for the firm. He joined SimpleNexus in 2019 as an established sales veteran with more than two decades of experience in the mortgage and software industries.

Andria Lightfoot, Chief Customer Officer (CCO)

Lightfoot, who joined SimpleNexus in March of this year as vice president of professional services, has leveraged her deep mortgage expertise to drive adoption of digital eClosing. As CCO, Lightfoot will oversee all customer-centric activities of SimpleNexus' customer division including, professional services, customer success, support, training, and integration engineering. Pam Faulkner, formerly director of mortgage solutions, will join Lightfoot's team as a vice president of customer journey.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

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

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new executive appointments in operations, revenue generation and customer success.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Travis Mlodzik Elected President of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals

SAVAGE, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Travis Mlodzik, Central Practice Leader for ICS Tax, LLC has been elected President of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals (ASCSP). Cost Segregation is a tremendously valuable tax planning strategy for real estate investors. The ASCSP provides education, credentialing, and a code of ethics for its members while representing the very best professionals in the cost segregation industry.

When discussing what joining the ASCSP has meant, Travis stated it's "one of the best decisions I have made for both my professional and personal growth. The ASCSP has highly respected individuals from this niche industry within its membership and being able to network and learn from them has only made the industry stronger and more prominent."

On his personal growth, Travis says, "Since joining the ASCSP, I have gained confidence in my skill set, tax knowledge, communication skills and presenting how Cost Segregation can benefit taxpayers."

Travis adds, "I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized and elected by my peers for the Presidency of the ASCSP."

Since 2012, Travis has been an active member in the ASCSP and earned his Certified Member credentials in 2014. Travis currently chairs the Membership Committee, co-chairs the Education Committee, and assists the Conference Committee. In addition to committee responsibilities, Travis has served on the Board of Directors since 2015, holding elected positions of Director and most recently of Treasurer.

Travis earned a B.A.S. Construction Management degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and has over 15 years of experience and proven knowledge of construction, cost segregation, tax law, depreciation, and fixed assets. Travis resides in Apple Valley, Minnesota with his wife and two daughters. In his free time, Travis enjoys woodworking, hunting, fishing, and taking his daughters to Karate.

ABOUT ICS TAX, LLC

ICS Tax, LLC (ICS) is a consulting firm providing innovative tax planning strategies to real estate investors. ICS collaborates with taxpayers and their tax professionals to identify credits and incentives that reduce tax liabilities and increase profitability. ICS provides nationwide service through its offices located throughout the country.

Learn more at https://ics-tax.com/

Travis Mlodzik, Central Practice Leader for ICS Tax, LLC has been elected President of the American Society of Cost Segregation Professionals (ASCSP). Cost Segregation is a tremendously valuable tax planning strategy for real estate investors. The ASCSP provides education, credentialing, and a code of ethics for its members while representing the very best professionals in the cost segregation industry.

Related link: https://ics-tax.com/

Singing Dog Vanilla Hires New Marketing Professional from The University of Oregon

EUGENE, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Singing Dog Vanilla is proud to welcome Andrew Gillen to the team as our new marketing specialist. Andrew will be responsible for engaging with our fans via social media, communicating with the blogging/influencer community, and connecting with food industry groups. He will also be accountable for monitoring search traffic and media to discover market-related trends.

Andrew, a 2021 graduate from the University of Oregon in Eugene, holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration / Marketing. Andrew is excited to join the team and apply his skills to help Singing Dog Vanilla's marketing efforts and be the voice of Singing Dog Vanilla.

As a recent college graduate, Andrew will bring a fresh mind full of new ideas to the company. Singing Dog Vanilla's hire exemplifies the growing pipeline of the University of Oregon and Oregon State University students finding roles at Eugene, Oregon, area brands.

"We're finding that many students choose to pursue food business dreams at The University of Oregon primarily because of the opportunities to apply their studies directly via internships and job opportunities at local brands," says Micah Elconin, Director of Eugene's Table, a partnership of Eugene area brands. "With 172 food and beverage manufacturing companies in the county, there's a lot of great work to be done!"

For more information about Andrew, visit the Meet Our Team page at https://www.singingdogvanilla.com/meet-our-team/.

About Singing Dog Vanilla:

Founded on April Fool's Day in 2004, Singing Dog Vanilla has offices in Eugene, Oregon, and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. They partner with over 400 vanilla-growing families in Indonesia to bring organic vanilla products to food manufacturers, bakeries, scoop shops, restaurants, and breweries. Singing Dog Vanilla also has a full line of retail products sold in natural grocery stores across the USA and internationally. Profits are shared with their vanilla farmers and employees.

The Singing Dog Vanilla motto is "Silly Name ... Serious Vanilla."

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

*VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/WDD2GcZNpzI

Singing Dog Vanilla is proud to welcome Andrew Gillen to the team as our new marketing specialist. Andrew will be responsible for engaging with our fans via social media, communicating with the blogging / influencer community, and connecting with food industry groups.

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

MobilityRE welcomes mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- MobilityRE, a leader in real estate intelligence technologies for mortgage lenders and real estate agents, today announced it has appointed mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success. In this role, Kruckeberg will strengthen customer engagement for the company's flagship product, Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI). Kruckeberg will also oversee sales and customer success.

For 18 years, Kruckeberg has been driving sales and forging strategic partnerships at marquee mortgage technology firms. Notably, Kruckeberg helped grow Top of Mind into the mortgage industry's most used customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation platform, holding positions during his nine-year tenure as vice president of sales and executive vice president of strategic partnerships and industry relationships. Immediately before joining MobilityRE, Kruckeberg served as chief revenue officer at Knowledge Coop, a leading provider of continuing education (CE) training for mortgage lenders.

"We feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a mortgage tech industry veteran as well-established as Jonas," said MobilityRE CEO and Founder Ben Teerlink. "Bringing him on board to spearhead customer engagement and success for MMI is going to help our customers work smarter and grow revenue as the pendulum shifts from red hot refi- to purchase market."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions. As director of growth and client success, Kruckeberg will work closely with customers to ensure that their teams are maximizing every facet of MMI's powerful feature set.

"As a former customer and power user of MMI, it's invigorating to now be on the inside with the ability to directly help our customers turbocharge their strategic data initiatives," said Kruckeberg. "Working side-by-side with Ben and the leadership team here is already giving me flashbacks to my early days with Top of Mind. There's just so much potential; it's enthralling to think we're only scratching the surface. Honestly, the excitement and amazement I see in peoples' eyes when we give them a demo of MMI, that says it all. The data and tech is really unrivaled right now. MMI is a rocket ship, no question about it."

About MobilityRE:

MobilityRE is a market leader in real estate intelligence technology. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), provides access to actionable, dependable data for enterprise customers in mortgage lending, real estate, title and related industries. MMI is currently used by over 200 enterprise customers, including 18 of the top-25 lenders in the country.

Visit https://mobilitymi.com/ to learn more.

Twitter: @MobilityRE #digitalmortgage #mortgagelending

MobilityRE, a leader in real estate intelligence technologies for mortgage lenders and real estate agents, today announced it has appointed mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success.

Related link: https://mobilitymi.com/

Sokal Announces New CEO

RALEIGH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Sokal, a distinguished leader in automobile advertising, announced yesterday that Melissa Z. Clark has been officially appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer. Clark was originally appointed as the CEO back in August of 2020 by the Board of Directors and has been slowly taking over the role as Mark Sokal, who was the former CEO, has taken a role on the Board of Directors.

Clark has been working at Sokal since June 2006 where she started as an account coordinator. She held many other roles such as Account Executive, Strategy Director and most recently COO. Over the last 15 years Melissa has been instrumental in gaining major agency accounts and overseeing much of the daily operations. Her roles in this will continue in these respects but she looks forward to working with clients and agency partners on a larger scale as she finds new ways to support dealerships and OEMs all over the country.

"I am very excited to be leading such a professional team and association, one that I have been an employee of since June 2006." Clark said. "Even though this is a formal announcement, I am clearly no stranger to Sokal. As I celebrate 15 years with the company, this new role only solidifies my loyalty and confidence in Sokal as a leader in the automotive advertising field."

In a letter to employees, clients, vendors and partners, Clark reconfirmed her commitment to the company and announced some of her ongoing priorities for Sokal.

1. Drive client acquisition & retention through best-in-class customer service.

2. Elevate Sokal's profile in the advertising industry, especially in the technology sector.

3. Provide a safe and fun work environment and company culture while efficiently using our resources to present increased opportunities for our current team.

About Sokal:

Headquartered in Raleigh NC, Sokal is one of largest automotive advertising agencies in the country.

The company specializes in digital marketing (SEO, paid search, CTV, pre-roll and display ads) and award-winning website design, and maintenance. Sokal also boasts a full-service agency experience with experts trained to execute everything from radio and television production, ad design, direct mail, media buying and much more.

Sokal employs well over 100 staff members including Digital Strategists, Website Developers, Graphic Designers, Video Producers and Editors, and Account Managers and Coordinators while currently managing well over 350 clients across the country.

For more information about Sokal, please visit their website at: https://www.gosokal.com/

Sokal, a distinguished leader in automobile advertising, announced yesterday that Melissa Z. Clark has been officially appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer. Clark was originally appointed as the CEO back in August of 2020 by the Board of Directors and has been slowly taking over the role as Mark Sokal, who was the former CEO, has taken a role on the Board of Directors.

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

Propel Appoints Charles Lawson as Chief Revenue Officer

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Propel, developer of the only unified quality management (QMS) and product lifecycle management (PLM) solution built on Salesforce, today announced the appointment of Charles Lawson as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The newly created role will manage sales, professional services, and customer success through the company's next phase of growth.

"Charles is uniquely qualified to lead Propel through our next stage of growth thanks to his domain expertise and proven track record of scaling SaaS organizations," said Ray Hein, co-founder and CEO of Propel. "He understands our customers' needs and has a passion for solving manufacturing problems through innovative solutions."

Lawson brings more than 20 years of extensive experience building and managing teams for lead generation and sales in SaaS and enterprise software. He has worked with solutions in all three phases of the product lifecycle, including the "as designed," "as built" and "as maintained" stages.

Lawson joins Propel from Fulcrum, where he served as CRO. Prior to Fulcrum, Lawson spent almost 11 years at Egnyte in Mountain View, California as their Vice President of Sales. During his tenure at Egnyte, Lawson was part of the leadership team that increased Annual Recurring Revenue from $500,000 to over $100 million, while leading North America sales and growing the company's European presence. Additionally, he's held posts at ServiceMax, Arena Solutions and Datasweep.

Hein and Lawson have known each other for 20 years. Hein worked alongside Lawson's father, James Hugh Lawson, at Agile Software, where Hein led product strategy and created the company's product roadmap, while Lawson's father served as the company's first head of sales up to its initial public offering. Lawson, whose father passed away earlier this year, made the very personal decision to join Propel, alongside Hein, for the opportunity to mirror his father's trajectory as a sales leader building a next generation product solution.

"This is a proud and personal moment for me," said Lawson about joining Propel. "I see incredible growth potential and the same prospect for Propel in PLM and QMS that ServiceMax had in field service - a company built on the Salesforce platform in a space that has not seen any redefinition in multiple decades."

As CRO, Lawson will drive new customer acquisition and help current partners maximize the value derived from Propel's product success platform.

For more information, visit https://www.propelplm.com/.

About Propel

Propel enables Product 360, the modern way to take products from concept to customer. Born in the cloud and built on Salesforce, Propel helps manufacturers collaborate across the entire value chain to get the right products to market faster and at a higher margin. Companies of all sizes trust Propel to achieve product success, from hyper-growth startups like Desktop Metal, Imperative Care and Inari Medical, to established innovators like Roku, Simplisafe and Vizio, to Fortune 500 companies like HP, Shell and Zoetis. For more information, visit propelplm.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

For more information, contact:
Samantha Chapman (samantha@chapmancommunicationsgroup.com)

Propel, developer of the only unified quality management (QMS) and product lifecycle management (PLM) solution built on Salesforce, today announced the appointment of Charles Lawson as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The newly created role will manage sales, professional services, and customer success through the company's next phase of growth.

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

EPIC Adds William Schoenbach as Managing Principal

HARTFORD, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that William Schoenbach is joining its growing Financial Services business.

Schoenbach brings a wealth of knowledge to his role, where he will focus on providing risk management and transactional risk services in the financial services sector. This includes family offices, private equity firms, hedge funds, business development companies, venture capitalists, special purpose acquisition companies, REITS, and centers of influence in the mergers and acquisition space. His experience in the Alternative Asset Management industry will bring added value to EPIC and its clients. Additionally, Schoenbach will originate and manage key relationships.

"We are thrilled that Bill is joining our Financial Services team. His deep understanding of our industry, combined with his focus on alternative asset managers and family offices, will be very additive to our business," said Philip Moyles, Chief Growth Officer and President of Financial Services. Schoenbach will report to Moyles, and joins as Managing Principal.

Schoenbach comes to EPIC from Aon in New York City where he held the position of Senior Vice President in its Financial Services practice. In this role, he focused on managing strategic relationships and driving new business growth in the financial services sector.

"The whole of EPIC will benefit from Bill's addition to the Financial Services team. We are excited to bring him onboard." said Tom O'Neil, President, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants.

Schoenbach earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Michigan. He is a co-founder of the Urban Scholar Society, an active Tutor and TutorMate, and Board Member at Kick4Life.

William Schoenbach
wschoenbach@vanbridge.com
Phone: 908.591.6227

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants:

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail insurance brokerage, has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to clients. EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S.

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

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that William Schoenbach is joining its growing Financial Services business.

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

BioAustin Appoints New Leadership and Unveils An Expanded Strategic Focus In Central Texas As BioAustinCTX

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Life Science industry organization BioAustin today announced changes to its leadership team, brand positioning, and long-term strategy focused on facilitating the continued growth of the life science industry in Central Texas. Over the past several years, Austin and the Central Texas region have developed into one of the fastest-growing life science hubs in the U.S. With more than 240 companies and a variety of nonprofit community ecosystem organizations involved in the life science sector, the Central Texas Region has emerged as a significant life science innovation center and is attracting investment for early-stage startups and relocations for established companies.

BioAustinCTX℠ is undertaking new initiatives to identify and facilitate programs to support the continued growth of the life science industry in the Central Texas region. This evolving strategy will encompass new programs to build collaboration, communication, and growth across companies, community partners, and academic institutions focused on the life science sector. Steps taken in the first six months include changes in Board leadership, repositioning the organization as BioAustinCTX with a broader focus across the Central Texas region, restructuring internal operations to improve efficiency, and the launch of a redesigned monthly newsletter and new website (https://www.bioaustinctx.com). Over the next year, BioAustinCTX will be rolling out new programs including the relaunch of its vaunted "BioBash" life sciences networking event.

John Burns Ph.D. and Mary Costello have stepped down from the BioAustin Board as of the end of 2020. Their time, commitment, and contributions over the past several years are greatly appreciated. Elisa Maldonado-Holmertz has served on the BioAustin Board of Directors since 2017 and will continue to serve on the BioAustinCTX Board. Elisa also serves on the Board of Directors of the Texas Medical Device Alliance.

Scott Collins PhD, CEO of Austin Innovation Group, was appointed as President of BioAustinCTX. Scott stated, "I will lead the organization with the expertise and guidance of the Board of Directors and through collaborations with our community partners, including THBI, TEXGHS, ACC, UT-Dell Medical School, Austin Chamber of Commerce, Austin Health Council, THBD, Texas Health CoLab, ACC Bioscience Incubator, Texas State Star Park, the Austin Technology Incubator and our members."

Newly appointed to BioAustinCTX Board of Directors as of January 2021 is Timothy Sullivan. Timothy is CEO of Zeteo Biomedical LLC, a Pflugerville, TX-based medical device company. Timothy has a long history of supporting the development of the life science industry in Central Texas over the past two decades. Timothy currently serves as an Advisor to the UT Dell Medical School Catalyst program, the ACC Bioscience Incubator, and is a founding member of the TEXGHS Global Health Security Consortium. Further expansion of the BioAustinCTX board is likely in the coming year.

Additionally, Cathy Diehl and Melissa Hartman joined the BioAustinCTX operations staff. Cathy took the lead position managing the new BioAustinCTX website and monthly newsletter production, and Melissa manages the back office accounting and bookkeeping tasks.

About BioAustinCTX

BioAustinCTX is a nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas focused on advancing the life science industry in the Central Texas Region. Visit BioAustinCTX for more information https://bioaustinctx.com, email: operations@bioaustinctx.com

Life Science industry organization BioAustin today announced changes to its leadership team, brand positioning, and long-term strategy focused on facilitating the continued growth of the life science industry in Central Texas. Over the past several years, Austin and the Central Texas region have developed into one of the fastest-growing life science hubs in the U.S.

Related link: https://bioaustinctx.com/

SimpleNexus Founder Matt Hansen to lead new skunkworks unit, names Cathleen Schreiner Gates CEO

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Founder Matt Hansen will pass the CEO baton to President Cathleen Schreiner Gates. Hansen remains heavily involved with the firm, where he will double down on customer focus leading a task force of software developers and sales staff that specializes in tackling high-priority projects.

"SimpleNexus started as a passion project - an app to help my brother-in-law expand his mortgage business - and it has since grown beyond anything I originally imagined," said Hansen. "Over the past seven years, I've had the great pleasure of building a better homebuying experience for consumers and lenders with the help of hundreds of dedicated, passionate professionals."

"Now, by placing the leadership of SimpleNexus into Cathleen's highly capable hands, I have the opportunity to return to the work that brings me the most joy: focusing on the voice of the customer and rolling up my sleeves to lead projects that translate our users' needs into reality."

As CEO, Schreiner Gates will guide SimpleNexus to set the bar for what a homeownership platform should be as she leads operations and strategic decision-making. Schreiner Gates began her engagement with the organization as a board member in April 2020 and was named president in September 2020. She is a decorated mortgage technology leader. Previously, she served as EVP of sales and marketing at digital mortgage technology provider Ellie Mae (now ICE Mortgage Technology). During her tenure, Ellie Mae spent six consecutive years on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 and negotiated a $3.7-billion purchase by private equity firm Thoma Bravo.

"Early on I recognized that SimpleNexus is more than another technology tool for lenders. Our team's empathy for our customers and enthusiasm for continuously improving the homebuying process is driving SimpleNexus to develop innovative tools that are fundamentally changing the mortgage experience for the better," said Schreiner Gates. "I am excited to continue helping SimpleNexus chart its course as a mortgage technology game-changer."

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more: https://www.simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending #peoplemovers

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Founder Matt Hansen will pass the CEO baton to President Cathleen Schreiner Gates. Hansen remains heavily involved with the firm, where he will double down on customer focus leading a task force of software developers and sales staff that specializes in tackling high-priority projects.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

LBA Ware welcomes former State Bank vice president Georgia Capalbo to client success team

MACON, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, announced it has tapped former State Bank vice president Georgia Capalbo as client success product liaison. In her new role, Capalbo will assist lenders post-implementation to ensure they are leveraging CompenSafe™ to its fullest potential.

Capalbo possesses 11 years' administrative commercial banking experience, including nine years as a State Bank vice president until the company's 2018 merger with Cadence Bank. Beginning in special assets, Capalbo's role at State Bank expanded to support business intelligence, business analytics and third-party software management, where she served as a liaison between business lines and third-party software vendors to develop productivity and efficiency improvement solutions.

"Georgia's commercial mortgage banking knowledge makes her a powerful addition to the team," said LBA Ware CEO and Founder Lori Brewer. "Now on the inside looking out, Georgia possesses the lender empathy, product knowledge and technical skillset to help our clients flourish."

"I've always admired Lori and the LBA Ware team. She's made such an impact on the industry while growing an amazing company and taking care of her employees," said Capalbo. "I'm thrilled to be a part of such an innovative team and cannot wait to see what we accomplish."

Capalbo's hire and expansion of the client success team speak to LBA Ware's recent growth. In August 2020, LBA Ware onboarded its 100th CompenSafe client and was named an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company for the second year in a row, climbing more than 1,000 spots over its 2019 ranking.

About LBA Ware™:

LBA Ware is a leading provider of cloud-based software for mortgage lenders. Since 2008, LBA Ware has been on a mission to help mortgage companies reach new heights with software that integrates data, incentivizes performance and inspires results. Today, more than 100 lenders of all sizes, including some of the nation's top producing mortgage companies, use LBA Ware's award-winning technology to enhance lender experiences and maximize the human potential within their organizations. A 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company, LBA Ware is headquartered in Macon, Georgia.

For more information, visit https://www.lbaware.com/.

Twitter: @LBAWare #mortgageindustry #mortgagetechnology #mortgagelending #peoplemovers

LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, announced it has tapped former State Bank vice president Georgia Capalbo as client success product liaison.

Related link: https://go.lbaware.com/

Heath Spivey Named New President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™ announced today that they have appointed Heath Spivey, Manager of the Nashville Regional Office, as the new President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, effective January 1, 2022. He will be succeeding Brian Anders, who will be stepping down from his current role as President and maintaining his titles of CEO and Founder of the organization. As President, Heath will be responsible for leading the companywide growth and strategic development of DELTA |v|™ as they continue maturing as an organization.

Heath brings over 14 years of experience working for DELTA |v|™ to his new role as President. His journey with DELTA |v|™ began as a young Associate Engineer in 2007, only three years after the company was formed. His incredible work ethic and dedication to fostering meaningful client relationships drove his upward trajectory within the organization, resulting in Heath being selected in 2014 to open DELTA |v|'s second regional office in Nashville, Tennessee.

"From the beginning of his career at DELTA |v|, Heath has demonstrated that he is a natural leader and valuable asset to the growth and success of the organization," says Brian Anders, CEO and Founder of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™. "It is an honor to announce Heath as the new President of DELTA |v| and I am excited for him to lead this new chapter in DELTA |v|'s story."

This strategic milestone in DELTA |v|™'s history comes as they continue to expand their geographic and service offerings. Their recent launch of a Biomechanical service line, establishment of an Atlanta Regional Office, and continued expansion of event data recording services has demonstrated their respected influence within the forensic engineering field.

"I am extremely excited to embark upon this new journey as I shift from a practicing engineer in Nashville to a more executive role in Charlotte," says Heath Spivey, Incumbent President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc. Heath will be returning to his hometown of Charlotte in early 2022, with wife, Brooke and children, Beckett and Piper. "I envision this as a great opportunity to develop and empower both the company, and the professionals within it, to perform at their highest level. Based on the caliber of engineers and teams we already have in place, I'm confident we will be successful."

About DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.

DELTA |v|™ is recognized as an accident reconstruction industry leader in its use of advanced technology to accurately document complex incident sites. The firm is also one of only two companies in the United States authorized to download proprietary data from Mack/Volvo black boxes. Headquartered in North Carolina, DELTA |v|™ has been privileged to work assignments domestically in more than 49 states, as well as Canada, the Bahamas, the United Kingdom, and Kuwait.

To learn more or to contact DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, please visit https://www.deltavinc.com/.

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*Caption: Heath Spivey (left) and Brian Anders (right).

DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™ announced today that they have appointed Heath Spivey, Manager of the Nashville Regional Office, as the new President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, effective January 1, 2022.

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

FormFree announces Former JPMorgan Chase Division CEO Kevin Watters joins its Board of Directors

ATHENS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- FormFree® today welcomed Kevin Watters to its board of directors. Watters is a payments, mortgage lending and business banking leader known for his ability to successfully and rapidly scale financial services businesses through operational and technology transformation.

Watters was a pioneer in the branchless banking space, serving as chief marketing officer of Wingspan (a Bank One subsidiary) and president of Bank One's corporate internet group until its acquisition by JP Morgan Chase (NYSE: JPM). Watters served in multiple senior executive positions during his 18-year tenure at JPMorgan Chase, including five years as president of the investment bank's internet group and five years as CEO of its business banking division. Subsequently, he served as CEO of mortgage banking, where he played a critical role in restoring profitability to the division after the financial crisis. In his final year at the company, Watters was named CEO of Chase card services, which encompasses Chase's consumer, small business and commercial lines of business.

Since retiring from JPMorgan Chase, Watters has taken on roles as an advisor and educator. In 2019, Watters began teaching finance as an adjunct professor at Tulane University. In 2020, Watters joined Lightyear Capital, a New York-based private equity firm focused on financial services, as senior advisor to Fund V, which focuses on digitalization in the financial sector and payments technologies. In March 2021, Watters was tapped by Boston Consulting Group as a senior advisor.

"FormFree's vision for putting consumers in control of their Financial DNA, evangelized by founder Brent Chandler and brought to life by a dedicated team of innovators, is compelling and timely. I am very pleased to help shape FormFree's trajectory as a member of its board of directors," said Watters. "My experience helping financial services businesses scale will be valuable to FormFree as it continues bringing to market innovative technologies that foster a more inclusive financial sector."

"Kevin's deep knowledge of the payments, lending and banking sectors will be a boon to FormFree as we create cutting-edge solutions that promote consumer accessibility to financial services without increasing lender risk," said FormFree Founder and CEO Brent Chandler. "We are proud to count Kevin as an advisor and welcome him to our board."

About FormFree

FormFree® is a market-leading fintech company whose revolutionary products AccountChek® and Passport® make for a more inclusive credit decisioning landscape by enabling lenders to understand people's true ability to pay (ATP®). To date, thousands of U.S. lenders and brokers have ordered millions of FormFree's patented verification reports representing trillions of dollars in loan verifications.

FormFree delights borrowers and lenders with a paperless experience, dramatically reduces origination timelines and offers automated analysis and standardized delivery to lenders and investors using a secure ReIssueKey®.

For more information, visit https://www.formfree.com/ or follow FormFree on LinkedIn.

Twitter: @RealFormFree #mortgageindustry #fintech #financialinclusion #peoplemovers

FormFree® today welcomed Kevin Watters to its board of directors. Watters is a payments, mortgage lending and business banking leader known for his ability to successfully and rapidly scale financial services businesses through operational and technology transformation.

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

Springer Realty Group Names Stu Schulman as President

EXTON, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Springer Realty Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Stu Schulman as its new president. Stu joins the company after serving as Vice President, Client Relationships & Sales at MOBE, a healthcare service that partners with employers and insurers to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.

While at MOBE, Stu leveraged trusted relationships to develop several major partnerships. Having served in multiple leadership roles, in his five years there, he was recognized for his outstanding leadership and contribution to the company culture.

Stu brings 25 years of experience into his new role as president of Springer Realty Group. He has previously served in progressive leadership roles in complex, matrixed organizations, and he has a strong track record driving operational excellence and initiating quick, effective changes in processes, tools, and capabilities that improve peoples' experiences, optimize efficiencies, and maximize growth.

"I have known Stu for over 40 years, and I am thrilled to have him on board to help guide our company into our next phase of expansion and growth," says Dave Springer, CEO of Springer Realty Group. "Stu has a big entrepreneurial spirit which is very important here as well as many years of sales and executive leadership experience."

Springer Realty Group (SRG) has been in business for 12 years, and they have experienced very strong growth largely because of their unique agency model. SRG uses a more streamlined model that allows its REALTORS® to keep 100% of their commissions while leveraging technology, reducing overhead, and providing agents with the freedom and flexibility to run their businesses as they see fit.

Since the inception of SRG, their full-service realtor model has worked especially well for realtors as they are able to focus on running, growing, and investing in their business all while remaining competitive in the marketplace.

As president of Spring Realty Group, Stu will help lead the overarching strategy and growth of the company. He will have a heightened attention to retaining agents and ensuring their experience supports their choice to keep SRG as their broker.

Secondly, Stu will be looking at opportunities to grow the company's base of REALTORS® and expand into markets where REALTORS® can keep 100% of their commissions and are provided a collaborative, friendly, warm environment that supports the growth of their business.

"With Stu at the helm, I am very excited about the future of our company." Springer continues. "His skills and expertise will help us bring in more experienced and entrepreneurial-minded REALTORS® who want to enjoy the fruits of their labor while providing buyers and sellers with the best possible client experience."

To learn more about Springer Realty Group, go to https://www.springerrealtygroup.com/

About Springer Realty Group:

Springer Realty Group is a locally owned, non-franchise brokerage that was founded in 2009. SRG has experienced strong growth since its founding, and within the past few years alone, they have grown in transactions by 300%. SRG runs a nimble and streamlined operation leveraging the most advanced technology and marketing methods to maintain a competitive edge within the marketplace. They have top area agents, an in-house design team, and social media experts who work synergistically to deliver optimal results for clients. SRG is now licensed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland.

Currently licensed in 4 states, SRG has six convenient office locations throughout Pennsylvania to serve the needs of its growing clientele. Their offices are located in:
* Exton
* Wyomissing
* Limerick
* Blue Bell
* Chadds Ford
* Media

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Dave Springer
Springer Realty Group
740 Springdale Dr., Suite 100
Exton, Pa 19341
Mobile: 610-202-2859
Office: 484-498-4000
dspringer@springerrealtygroup.com

Springer Realty Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Stu Schulman as its new president. Stu joins the company after serving as Vice President, Client Relationships & Sales at MOBE, a healthcare service that partners with employers and insurers to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.

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

Fanplayr Appoints Three New Members to Its Board of Directors

PALO ALTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Fanplayr, a leading customer experience personalization platform, announces the appointment of three new members to its board of directors.

V. Paul Unruh is a seasoned financial expert and was formerly Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee for NortonLifeLock (Nasdaq: NLOK from 2005 - 2020) and formerly Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee at Nexant (2000 - 2021, acquired by Resource Innovations). He also serves as a Senior Advisor and member of LP Advisory Board of TeleSoft Partners. Other prior directorships include Heidrick & Struggles (2005-2017), Aconex 2011-2018 (ASX: ACX, acquired by Oracle in 2018) and Move Inc 2003-2014. Earlier Paul worked at Bechtel from 1978 to 2003, where he retired as vice chairman and member of the three-person senior management group. During his tenure at Bechtel, he also served as chief financial officer, controller and treasurer.

Johannes Risseeuw has served as Executive Chairman for Damstra Technologies (ASX: DTC) since 2017 which is one of the first companies globally to deploy a technology platform for enterprise protection & safety (EPP). He was previously the Vice President Mergers & Acquisitions, Asia Pacific at Shell. Johannes has also served as the Chief Investment Officer of Questus Energy from 2016-2017, and as the Chief Operating Officer at Skilled Group Limited from 2011-2015.

Rosemary Harnett currently serves as a Non-Executive Director at Arena REIT (ASX: ARF) and is the Chair and an independent Director of ISPT, and a Director of International Property Funds Management (IPFM). Prior directorships include Aconex 2015-2018 (ASX: ACX, acquired by Oracle in 2018), and Wallara Australia Limited 2014-2017. Rosemary was previously Chief Executive Officer of Housing Choices, one of Australia's leading registered housing associations.

"We are pleased that these particular leaders have joined Fanplayr's Board of Directors," said Simon Yencken, Founder and CEO of Fanplayr. "Each of them brings a wealth of experience to strengthen our foundations in finance, technology, mergers, and operating with relevance on a global scale."

Fanplayr has made significant announcements in the past 6 months, including successfully receiving a U.S. patent for Segmentation as a Service, adding Product Recommendations and SMS Messaging to its product line, and now the appointment of three new Board members. Yencken says the movement to a digital-first economy and the ability of Fanplayr to operate as a global company have reinforced Fanplayr's growth and development. "The appointments of Ms. Hartnett, Mr. Unruh, and Mr. Risseeuw will help to ensure continued momentum for Fanplayr," says Yencken.

About Fanplayr

Fanplayr is a leading customer experience personalization platform, using first party behavioral data and patented segmentation, machine learning and AI to enable businesses to increase conversion rates and revenue, collect more leads, and retarget visitors with personalized recommendations during and after the online experience.

Fanplayr is headquartered in Palo Alto, California with offices in Milan, London, Stockholm, Hamburg, Amsterdam, UAE, Mexico, Brazil, Buenos Aires, Melbourne and Tokyo, see: https://www.fanplayr.com/.

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Fanplayr, a leading customer experience personalization platform, announces the appointment of three new members to its board of directors. New appointees further strengthen Fanplayr's global and financial connections.

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

Capstone Logistics Appoints Ahmed Abdalla as Chief Technology Officer

PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has continued their long-standing investment in technology by appointing Ahmed Abdalla as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Abdalla will report directly to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Steve Taylor, and manage the growth and development of Capstone's technology products and data analytics solution.

Capstone has spent decades building powerful technology to optimize tactical execution and decision-making for its warehouse customers. Through a series of acquisitions, the company has also rapidly expanded capabilities and technology in its freight management and last mile divisions. As CTO, Abdalla will build upon Capstone's existing Apex Technology suite to create and maintain world-class applications and services that help customers achieve their business objectives with ease and stability.

"Capstone is committed to providing service and value through innovation," says Steve Taylor, CEO at Capstone Logistics. "Ahmed is the perfect addition to our team because he shares this deep commitment. We are confident that, given his extensive experience in software development and data science, he will expertly guide engineering efforts to enhance our integrated technology suite and create a unified user experience."

"I am beyond excited to join the Capstone team," says Ahmed Abdalla. "Capstone has built a culture that is laser-focused on customer satisfaction and innovation. As someone who is passionate about using technology to solve complex supply chain problems, I believe it will be the ideal environment for me to create measurable value for all stakeholders."

Abdalla joins Capstone with more than 20 years of experience in technology and software development. Before Capstone, he worked at Intellinet as the Executive Vice President and CTO, and Catlin Inc. as the Senior Manager, US Application Development and Data Services. Abdalla has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Business Administration from The American University in Cairo, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Economics from Georgia State University.

About Capstone Logistics

Capstone Logistics is the leader in providing specialized, technology-enabled solutions for the most challenging supply chains. Powered by an interconnected platform, Capstone creates end-to-end efficiencies and cost-savings that help suppliers, distributers, and retailers exceed customer expectations. From performance-driven labor solutions to high-touch transportation and fulfillment, Capstone delivers the scale, accountability, and continuity that enables modern supply chains to compete in an ever-evolving environment.

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

Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has continued their long-standing investment in technology by appointing Ahmed Abdalla as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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

Luma Wealth Has Formed an Advisory Council

CLEVELAND, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Luma Wealth Advisors is pleased to announce that it has formed an Advisory Council to facilitate its national growth as a leading provider of financial advice for women and their families.

Council members, who are thought leaders in their respective industries, have been selected to provide their views and perspectives. They will meet quarterly to help the firm continue to enhance its offerings, improve its client service, and develop strategic partnerships.

In addition to Heather R. Ettinger, Founder and CEO of Luma Wealth, council members include:

* Cassidy Blackwell, Director of International Communications for Airbnb, is experienced in empowering women and underrepresented communities

* Dr. Nicola Finley, a board-certified internal medicine physician and lecturer, has a passion for women's health topics and health equity

* Kate Healy, NextGen Advocate, focuses on advocacy for sustainability issues facing the financial planning profession

* Jenn Kenning, CEO & Co-Founder of Align, has expertise in the impact sector

* Anne Richie, Managing Director at The Mezzanine Fund, has extensive experience helping companies grow

According to Kenneth J. Coleman, Luma Wealth's president, "This talented and diverse group shares Luma Wealth's vision for empowering women and can help guide our focus on women's overall wellness." Heather Ettinger adds, "I look forward to the dialogue we will share as we continue to implement Luma Wealth's mission across the country."

About Luma Wealth

Luma Wealth Advisors is a division of Fairport Wealth that provides women and their families with personalized wealth planning, experienced investment management, and a supportive, enriching community where they can learn, connect, and celebrate with other women. For more information, visit: https://www.lumawealth.com/.

About Hightower

Hightower is a national wealth management firm that provides growth capital and front- to back-end support services to independent-minded financial advisory businesses. Operating as a Registered Investment Advisor, Hightower provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices. Corporate services include 401(k) consulting and corporate cash management. For more information, visit https://hightoweradvisors.com/.

Securities offered through Hightower Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC, Hightower Advisors, LLC is a SEC Registered Investment Adviser.

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Luma Wealth Advisors is pleased to announce that it has formed an Advisory Council to facilitate its national growth as a leading provider of financial advice for women and their families.

Related link: http://lumawealth.com/

Agri-Investment Services Hires Willamette Valley Representative

SALEM, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Agri-Investment Services recently employed Kendall Vasek-Jones as their Willamette Valley Representative in Oregon. Ms. Vasek-Jones has degrees in Viticulture-Enology and Wine Business Management from Washington State University and was previously employed by Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington.

Brett Veatch, Regional Director of Agri-Investment Services, states: "Kendall is a fantastic addition to our growing team. She brings a wealth of knowledge and will be a great asset to our clients in the vineyard and winery sector."

In additional to her expertise in viticulture, Ms. Vasek-Jones also has experience with many of the field crops grown in the Northwest and livestock operations. She will assist the Regional Director's office and work with clients throughout the Willamette Valley on valuation, marketing and brokerage services.

About Agri-Investment Services:

Agri-Investment Services is the agricultural and natural resources division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate which has more than 30 locations in Oregon and Washington. As the leading Oregon farm broker, Agri-Investment Services specializes in assisting clients with the acquisition and disposition of farm, forest, ranch and recreational assets throughout the Northwest.

To learn more about Agri-Investment Services please visit: https://www.agriinvestmentservices.com/ or call 503-708-4663.

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Agri-Investment Services recently employed Kendall Vasek-Jones as their Willamette Valley Representative in Oregon. Ms. Vasek-Jones has degrees in Viticulture-Enology and Wine Business Management from Washington State University and was previously employed by Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington.

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

Shelly Backlar Joins Stillwater Sciences – Los Angeles River Stewardship Legacy Continues

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stillwater Sciences, a leading California-based watershed science and ecosystem restoration consulting firm established in 1996, today announced Watershed Outreach Facilitator Shelly Backlar has joined Stillwater Sciences to help promote education and awareness of the Los Angeles River watershed and its resources to communities throughout the Southland.

Stillwater Sciences' Los Angeles office is currently working on steelhead fish passage, habitat conservation, and urban biodiversity projects that promote access to nature, serving clients such as the City of Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti's office, San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, and many partnering agencies and non-profit organizations from the Santa Clara River to the Mexican border.

During her tenure at the Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR), Shelly Backlar led multiple strategic initiatives that supported the stewardship of the river, including the Los Angeles River Clean Ups, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles River Ecosystem Restoration funding match, the Los Angeles River recreational use designation. Shelly oversaw the design and build of a 38-foot mobile visitor and education center, the L.A. River Rover.

The resulting Source to Sea Watershed education program led to a multi-year partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the River Rover's designation as one of the first eight Urban Wildlife Refuge Partnerships in the United States. Shelly will continue to support community engagement as part of watershed restoration programs throughout Los Angeles and its surrounding communities.

"I love being out on the River, listening to the water, seeing a great blue heron, or an osprey swoop down and catch a carp in its talons. Although you may be at a location with power lines on one side and a freeway on another, there is so much life to experience and share. Championing habitat for fish through downtown Los Angeles as a member of the Stillwater Sciences' family is a dream come true.

"Restoring habitat for fish improves water quality and the quality of life for both people and wildlife. FoLAR's Founder, Lewis MacAdams, used to say, 'When the steelhead return to the LA River we know our work is done.' And when those mighty steelhead trout make their way from the ocean, up the LA River on their way to the headwaters of the Arroyo Seco, Lewis' vision will become reality."

More information: https://www.stillwatersci.com/

Stillwater Sciences, New Los Angeles Office location

Bradbury Building - NeueHouse, 304 S. Broadway, 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

Find out what's new with Stillwater Sciences' Los Angeles Office https://stillwatersci.com/socal/

Stillwater Sciences is employee-owned. We are certified WBE and SBE in California (CPUC and DGS).

Check out "Against the Current" video:

https://youtu.be/FYf8f9wu7vs

GIS Storymap Recovering Steelhead Trout Populations in the LA River Watershed (arcgis.com)

National Geographic LA River Steelhead Endangered trout may soon return to the paved Los Angeles River (nationalgeographic.com)

LA Times Can steelhead trout return to the L.A. River? - Los Angeles Times (latimes.com)

About Stillwater Sciences, Los Angeles:

Based in Los Angeles, California, Stillwater Sciences serves public agencies and non-profit partners throughout southern California consulting on threatened and endangered species conservation and recovery, integrated water management, urban biodiversity, and watershed health, offering watershed-based solutions through scientific studies, planning, engineering, construction, and monitoring services.

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
Wendy Katagi
Senior Manager, Watershed and Ecosystem Restoration Services
Stillwater Sciences
+1-424-302-3910
wkatagi@stillwatersci.com

Stillwater Sciences, a leading California-based watershed science and ecosystem restoration consulting firm established in 1996, today announced Watershed Outreach Facilitator Shelly Backlar has joined Stillwater Sciences to help promote education and awareness of the Los Angeles River watershed and its resources to communities throughout the Southland.

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

Melissa D. Avery, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN Named New Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Midwifery & Women’s Health

SILVER SPRING, Md. /ScoopCloud/ -- The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is pleased to announce that Melissa D. Avery, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN will be the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the "Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health" (JMWH) starting January 1, 2022, succeeding Frances E. Likis, CNM, NP, DrPH, who has served as EIC since 2008.

"We look forward to Dr. Avery's contributions to the Journal, building on its strong foundation and bringing new ideas, skills, and energy," said ACNM Chief Executive Officer, Katrina H. Holland.

Dr. Avery is a Professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Minnesota. Her recent research has examined prenatal care practices to enhance maternal confidence for physiologic labor and birth. She is Co-Principal Investigator on a nationally funded project to develop and implement an interprofessional education curriculum for graduate midwifery students and obstetrics-gynecology residents. Dr. Avery is a past ACNM president and is a Fellow of ACNM and the American Academy of Nursing (AAN).

Dr. Avery received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northern Illinois University, her Master of Science in Nursing with midwifery specialization from University of Kentucky, and the Doctor of Philosophy with a major in Nursing from the University of Minnesota. She has authored and co-authored a variety of articles for JMWH and received JMWH's Best Paper of the Year Award in 2003 as a co-author of "Vaginal birth after cesarean birth: A national survey of U.S. midwifery practice." She has been a JMWH peer reviewer since 1992, contributing editor from 2012-2014, education consulting editor from 2019-2020, and associate editor since 2020.

Dr. Avery looks forward to continuing the tradition of excellence the JMWH has maintained in its 66 years of publication. To learn more about JMWH, visit http://jmwh.org.

About ACNM

With over 6,500 members, ACNM is the professional association that represents certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) in the United States. ACNM promotes excellence in midwifery education, clinical practice, and research. With roots dating to 1929, our members are primary care providers for women throughout the lifespan, with a special emphasis on pregnancy, childbirth, and gynecologic and reproductive health. ACNM provides research, administers, and promotes continuing education programs, establishes education and clinical practice standards, and creates liaisons with state and federal agencies and members of Congress to increase the visibility and recognition of midwifery care. Learn more at https://www.midwife.org/.

MEDIA CONTACT
ACNM Membership & Communications
240.485.1813; membership@acnm.org

The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) is pleased to announce that Melissa D. Avery, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN will be the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the "Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health" (JMWH) starting January 1, 2022, succeeding Frances E. Likis, CNM, NP, DrPH, who has served as EIC since 2008.

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

Olea Kiosks®, Inc. Adds Industry Veteran James Walker to Sales Team

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Olea Kiosks®, Inc., a visionary provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, today announced the growth of its sales team by adding veteran healthcare sales executive James Walker.

James joins Olea following ten years of self-service kiosk experience in the healthcare check-in space, most recently as channel director. With a comprehensive background combining sales and marketing, operations, and process improvement, he brings a broader perspective to the needs of his clients. Walker joins Olea as the company continues to grow its presence in healthcare as the industry expands its digital transformation.

"Having spent a good deal of time working through patient check-in, I'm excited about the opportunity to improve the entire patient experience and looking for opportunities to remove points of friction across the patient journey," said Walker. "I see the difference self-service technology has made, and with the addition of telehealth and telemedicine applications, access to healthcare will become so much easier for people experiencing healthcare challenges," he added.

"2021 is a year bringing much change to Olea Kiosks, and that continues with our growth and expansion in select verticals. James will be a real asset to our team with his extensive experience as we grow our presence across healthcare self-service solutions," CEO Frank Olea explained.

In addition to almost doubling its manufacturing space earlier this year, Olea Kiosks®, Inc. has also strengthened its leadership team, added other additional sales resources, and expanded its customer experience team.

About Olea Kiosks®, Inc.

Olea Kiosks, Inc. is a self-service kiosk solution provider for the attractions and entertainment, healthcare and hospitality industries. Its technologically advanced, in-house manufacturing, design, and innovation have made it an industry leader. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, customers include Cedars-Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, Tenet, The Habit Burger Grill, The Empire State Building, Universal Studios, Scientific Games, and Subway.

For more information, visit https://www.olea.com/.

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Olea Kiosks®, Inc., a visionary provider of innovative self-service kiosk solutions, today announced the growth of its sales team by adding veteran healthcare sales executive James Walker.

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EPIC Adds Sam Wagener as Principal – Further Strengthens P&C and Captive Capabilities in West Region

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Sam Wagener has joined the firm.

Wagener will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions, including captive insurance programs, to organizations with whom he will partner. He will leverage relationships across EPIC in the areas of Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits and Executive Benefits.

Wagener brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his role, and has held positions on the brokerage and carrier sides of the insurance industry throughout his career. He joins EPIC from Artex Risk Solutions, Inc. where he was Senior Vice President - Group Captives, focusing on managing relationships, operations and related services of five member-owned captives.

"We are excited to continue the growth of our Property & Casualty operations in the West Region with the addition of Sam's experience and expertise," commented EPIC West Region President, KJ Wagner.

"Sam brings insight and a unique perspective on managing risk to the firm. We look forward to leveraging his knowledge across the entire organization to the benefit of our clients," said Brian Quinn, Managing Principal. Wagener will report to Quinn, who is based in San Ramon, California.

Wagener earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. While in the Navy, he served as a Division Officer on the USS Elliot, based in San Diego, CA, and as an Instructor in the Surface Warfare Officer School in Newport, Rhode Island.

Sam Wagener
sam.wagener@epicbrokers.com
Cell 630.453.1644

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail insurance brokerage, has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to clients. EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S.

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

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Sam Wagener has joined the firm.

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

Agri-Investment Services Hires Central Oregon Representative

SALEM, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Agri-Investment Services recently employed George Riggins as their Central Oregon Representative. Mr. Riggins has a degree in Business Marketing from Carolina University and was previously employed as a market analyst for Fiat Chrysler and as a marketing executive for the Zane Firm.

Brett Veatch, Regional Director of Agri-Investment Services, states: "George is a wonderful asset to our growing team. He brings significant expertise and experience in market research, digital promotion and content creation."

George will assist the Regional Director's office to design marketing campaigns for assets throughout Oregon. He will also act as the Central Oregon lead for the Farm & Ranch Division. As the Farm & Ranch lead, George will represent brokerage clients throughout Central Oregon in the marketing and sale of farm, ranch and recreational real estate. George will operate out of Bend, Oregon.

Agri-Investment Services is the agricultural and natural resources division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate which has more than 30 locations in Oregon and Washington. Agri-Investment Services specializes in assisting clients with the acquisition and disposition of farm, forest, ranch and recreational assets throughout the Northwest.

To learn more about Agri-Investment Services please visit: http://www.agriinvestmentservices.com/

For further information contact:
Brett Veatch - 503.212-2735

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Agri-Investment Services recently employed George Riggins as their Central Oregon Representative. Mr. Riggins has a degree in Business Marketing from Carolina University and was previously employed as a market analyst for Fiat Chrysler and as a marketing executive for the Zane Firm.

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

RYPOS Welcomes Paul Anderson as President and General Manager

FRANKLIN, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Rypos, a CARB verified manufacturer of active diesel particulate filters, is pleased to announce and welcome Paul Anderson in the newly created role of President/General Manager. In his new position, Paul will be responsible for all operational aspects of the business and for execution of the Company's growth plans. Building on his long experience in the industrial equipment market, he will be working closely with the Company's customers and suppliers to ensure all needs are met in a seamless and timely manner.

Paul's 30-year career started in the air compressor division at Ingersoll Rand, where he worked in aftermarket applications. Over the last two decades, he has held increasing responsible roles at Lincoln Holdings, SKF and most recently Cleaver Brooks where he was responsible for their aftermarket group and their China operations. Peter Bransfield, CEO of Rypos, states, "As the company has grown and applications for our active diesel particulate filters have expanded, we saw a strong fit for Paul to help the Company grow its core business while building capability for several new segments. His strong operating experience and performance will be essential for us to take the Company to the next level."

Paul commented, "I am excited to be a part of a world class company and look forward to working alongside Peter and the rest of the Rypos team to grow the business and the customer base for our proprietary Active DPF technology."

Rypos is a Massachusetts based company that manufactures a self-cleaning diesel particulate filter for transportation refrigeration, emergency standby generators, intermodal material handling equipment and coastal and harbor marine applications.

For more information about Rypos, please visit http://www.rypos.com/.

https://www.facebook.com/ryposactivefilters

https://www.linkedin.com/company/rypos

RYPOS, Inc., 40 Kenwood Circle, Franklin, MA 02038, Telephone 508-429-4552.

MEDIA CONTACT
Trish Jacobs
(508) 429-4552
tjacobs@rypos.com

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Rypos, a CARB verified manufacturer of active diesel particulate filters, is pleased to announce and welcome Paul Anderson in the newly created role of President/General Manager. In his new position, Paul will be responsible for all operational aspects of the business and for execution of the Company's growth plans.

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

Strategic Benefits Advisors welcomes Kah-Lee Wong as senior benefits consultant

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) announced that Kah-Lee Wong, FSA, EA, MAAA, has joined the firm as a senior benefits consultant. In this role, Wong will work closely with organizations to provide actuarial consulting services and solve challenges related to their employee benefits plans.

Wong has over 30 years' experience leading benefit consulting teams with a focus on defined benefit (DB) and health and welfare (H&W) plans. Prior to joining SBA, Wong was a managing consultant at private actuarial and benefits consulting firm Cambridge Advisory Group for 13 years. Other roles include nearly two decades at global retirement and benefits consulting firm Mercer, where she was a principal. Wong's experience encompasses a range of benefits-related services for large- and medium-sized companies, including actuarial valuation, plan compliance, M&A due diligence, plan termination and plan administration.

"Kah-Lee's reputation as a highly accomplished actuary and employee benefits professional precedes her. She excels at understanding the needs of plan sponsors and guiding teams to provide exemplary service," said SBA Co-Founder and Principal Mindy Zatto. "She is a welcome addition to SBA and will play a vital role in helping clients optimize their benefits offerings."

Wong holds a bachelor's degree in business administration (BBA) with a concentration in actuarial science and finance from the University of Texas at Austin.

About Strategic Benefits Advisors

Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) is an independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm focused on creatively and effectively solving complex benefits issues for clients ranging from 1,000 to over 300,000 employees. Founded in 2002 by veteran consultants Mindy Zatto and Andy Adams, SBA provides practical consulting recommendations and expert implementation of solutions for all types of employee benefits programs, including retirement, health and welfare, financial wellness and employee recognition. With an average of over 20 years in the field, SBA's team of actuaries, consultants and systems specialists is among the most experienced in the industry. For more information, visit http://www.sba-inc.com/.

Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) announced that Kah-Lee Wong, FSA, EA, MAAA, has joined the firm as a senior benefits consultant. In this role, Wong will work closely with organizations to provide actuarial consulting services and solve challenges related to their employee benefits plans.

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