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Make Alzheimer’s a Memory: BRAIN CARES – Helping People Live a Brain Healthy Lifestyle

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Brain Cares™ has announced the launch of its new website - BrainCares.com. With a mission to "Make Dementia a Memory," Brain Cares helps people practice lifestyle behaviors that are known to promote brain health.

"We are revolutionizing how people manage their brain health," says Don Veenstra, founder and CEO of Brain Cares. "The site makes it simple to understand, practice, and monitor how to best do this, on a day-to-day basis."

Anyone familiar with a dementia such as Alzheimer's knows just how devastating that disease can be. This statement is true for the person with the diagnosis, their Care Givers and also their family members who worry about getting the disease. In the past, the only thing a person could hope for was the discovery of a pill that that would make everything right.

History shows the majority of research to date has been focused on finding that perfect pill, but with little success. As a result, many go through life worrying as they wait for their turn to be diagnosed.

It is time to stop worrying and start taking action! Current research now shows that lifestyle matters. Adopting healthy lifestyle habits has the potential to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. An active lifestyle focused on Mental Stimulation, Physical Exercise, A Brain Healthy Diet, and Staying Social can make a difference!

The Brain Cares website is the first of its kind to help people practice the habits associated with living a brain healthy lifestyle.

"It is the result of having spent almost 15 years working with thousands of clients suffering from dementia," says Veenstra.

Many times over, he has been asked these type of questions: What can I do on my own to promote my brain health? What can I do to help guide a family member or loved one with dementia? What can I do to help a family member with dementia that lives in another part of the country? The website BrainCares.com was launched for the sole purpose of addressing these questions.

Veenstra says, "The work that has gone into bringing the website to the public has been a labor of love." One that he hopes will truly help shape the future for individuals, as well as society, in a very positive way.

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

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Brain Cares™ has announced the launch of its new website - BrainCares.com. With a mission to "Make Dementia a Memory," Brain Cares helps people practice lifestyle behaviors that are known to promote brain health.

Related link: https://braincares.com/

C Diff Foundation Raises Clostridioides difficile Awareness in St. Louis on Nov. 6-7 at 7th Annual International Conference and Health EXPO

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the 7th Annual International C. diff. Conference and Health EXPO is honored to welcome over 30 international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies.

Presenters will deliver data and discuss critical information on a leading Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI), Clostridioides difficile with global healthcare-associated issues on November 6 - 7, 2019 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Westport Hotel, 1973 Craigshire Road, St. Louis, MO 63146; Telephone: +1 (314) 434-0100.

To learn more about this extraordinary conference, guest speakers, and the diverse topics being presented visit: https://cdifffoundation.org/2019-guest-speakers/

All attendees will have the highest levels of peer networking and learning opportunity at the Conference and Health EXPO.

C Diff Foundation expresses their gratitude to Pfizer for being the conference Diamond Sponsor. Pfizer is appreciated for their continued support and partnering with the C Diff Foundation in promoting C. diff. Awareness worldwide. This activity has been supported by an independent patient advocacy Grant from Merck & Co., Inc., and the members of the C Diff Foundation are truly grateful.

Attendee Paul Feuerstadt MD, FACG, AGAF stated, "The annual C Diff Foundation conference and health expo is an essential conference for me to attend, given the comprehensive presentations about epidemiology, disease state, patient experience, infection control and innovations with treatment of C. difficile. The level of detail and data presented has a wonderful balance that is understandable for someone casually interested in the infection but also exceeds the expectations for those who are experts in the field wanting to share and exchange ideas with other thought leaders."

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Clostridioides difficile infection (aka C. diff., C. difficile, CDI, CDAD) "has become the most common microbial cause of healthcare-associated infections in U.S. hospitals and costs up to $4.8 billion each year in excess health care costs for acute care facilities alone."

Statistics provided by the CDC suggest that C. difficile infections cause nearly 500,000 infections in patients in the U.S. annually. In one study noted by the CDC, among infected patients, nearly 29,000 died within 30 days of being diagnosed, and more than half of those deaths (15,000) were directly attributable to a C. difficile infection.

About The C Diff Foundation:

C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) established 2012, comprised of 100% volunteering professionals is dedicated at supporting public health through education and advocating for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, AMR, and environmental safety worldwide. Listen to "C.diff. Spores and More" Tuesday's at 1 p.m. EST (www.cdiffradio.com) sponsored by Rebiotix, a Ferring Pharmaceuticals company.

Learn more at: https://cdifffoundation.org/.

Follow C Diff Foundation on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Twitter @cdiffFoundation #Cdiff2019

Media Contact:
Angelo Ortiz
C Diff Foundation
angelo.ortiz@cdifffoundation.org
Office: (727) 205-3922

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C Diff Foundation announced today that the 7th Annual International C. diff. Conference and Health EXPO is honored to welcome over 30 international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies. November 6 - 7, 2019 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Westport Hotel.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

All Pro Technical Service Launches a Marking and Coding Equipment Blog

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- All Pro Technical Service announces the launch of its marking and coding equipment blog. This blog will be covering topics of interest to anyone who uses industrial marking and coding equipment to print critical information, on a variety of surfaces, in a fast-moving production line environment. This includes printing information such as serial numbers, product expiration dates, product codes, lot numbers, shipping information, barcodes and a lot more.

The focus of the blog will be on the use of industrial marking and coding equipment such as continuous inkjet printers, case coders, laser marking systems, and any other equipment that supports the industrial continuous printing process. This includes product comparisons, printer component repair information, the needs of specific industries (such as the food and beverage industry for example), and much more.

"This blog allows us to provide in-depth information about selecting the best industrial continuous printing solution for your particular application," said Jackie Johnson, Co-Owner of All Pro Technical Service. "This gives us an opportunity to talk about important news, information and issues that are not covered by product brochures or sales presentations, and provide specific, helpful advice about industrial printers, parts and services."

The blog will provide new content each month and will grow to provide a repository of good information about all aspects of industrial marking and coding equipment and how it fits within the modern business environment.

ABOUT ALL PRO TECHNICAL SERVICE
All Pro Technical Service, Inc. was started almost 15 years ago in response to a growing need for high-quality, specialized service for continuous inkjet printers with quick response time at a fair price. All Pro now provides repair services and supplies for Linx, Leibinger, Squid and Polytij industrial inkjet printers and the Luxinar (formerly Rofin) and Xymark laser marking systems, as well as sells new and refurbished equipment from these vendors.

If you produce a product that requires a bar code, date code, lot code, expiration date or other information to be applied, All Pro Technical Service is your solution provider for the continuous inkjet printers, industrial laser printers, high resolution inkjet printers, case coders and related industrial marking and coding equipment you need to make your mark. With technicians from coast to coast and over 75 years of combined experience, we can provide prompt, professional service at a fair price, providing sales, installation, preventative maintenance and repair service on a wide range of industrial continuous inkjet printer and laser product lines.

Website URL: https://allprotech.net/

All Pro Technical Service announces the launch of its marking and coding equipment blog. This blog will be covering topics of interest to anyone who uses industrial marking and coding equipment to print critical information, on a variety of surfaces, in a fast-moving production line environment.

Related link: https://allprotech.net/

C.diff. International Conference and Health EXPO Will Deliver Up-to-date Clostridioides difficile Data + More Nov. 6-7 In St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation is honored to welcome 30+ international leading topic experts from hospitals, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies to deliver and discuss critical information on global healthcare-associated issues.

To learn more about this extraordinary conference, agenda and guest speakers: https://cdifffoundation.org/2019-guest-speakers/

Clinical professionals will gather for two days to present up-to-date data to expand on the existing knowledge and raise awareness of the urgency focused on, but not limited to, Clostridioides difficile (formally known as Clostridium difficile) infection (CDI) Prevention, Treatments, Research, Diagnostics, Clinical trials, and Environmental Safety.

There will also be presentations exclusively concentrated on Infection prevention, Fecal microbiota restoration and transplants for adults, a Panel of C. diff. infection Survivors; a patient's perspective, Microbiome research, Scientific posters and poster presentations, Antibiotic stewardship, Antimicrobial resistance, and a Healthcare EXPO component.

All attendees will have the highest levels of peer networking and learning opportunity at the Conference and Health EXPO. The conference program builds in time for face-to-face interaction between attending executives, corporate representatives and industry experts exhibiting.

C Diff Foundation expresses their gratitude to Pfizer for being the conference Diamond Sponsor. Pfizer is appreciated for their continued support and partnering with the C Diff Foundation in promoting C. diff. Awareness worldwide.

Attendee Linda Davis, RN, Patient Triage Specialist, said about the 2018 conference, "It's an excellent opportunity to have the ability to network with fellow-healthcare professionals from around the world. Each conference I have attended presents the opportunity to acquire knowledge with like-minded professionals striving to make a difference in the health care community. Attendees obtain the most innovative cutting-edge research and developments fighting today's complex world of healthcare-associated infections."

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Clostridioides difficile infection (aka C.diff., C. difficile, CDI, CDAD) "has become the most common microbial cause of healthcare-associated infections in U.S. hospitals and costs up to $4.8 billion each year in excess health care costs for acute care facilities alone." Statistics provided by the CDC suggest that C. difficile infections cause nearly 500,000 infections in patients in the U.S. annually. In one study noted by the CDC, among infected patients, nearly 29,000 died within 30 days of being diagnosed, and more than half of those deaths (15,000) were directly attributable to a C. difficile infection.

About The C Diff Foundation:

C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) established 2012, comprised of 100% volunteering professionals dedicated at supporting public health through education and advocating for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, and environmental safety worldwide. Listen to "C.diff. Spores and More" Tuesdays at 1 p.m. ET (www.cdiffradio.com), sponsored by Rebiotix, a Ferring Pharmaceuticals company, providing leading up-to-date information on topics that are aligned and connect with their organization's mission and more.

Learn more: https://cdifffoundation.org/

Follow C Diff Foundation on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Twitter @cdiffFoundation #Cdiff2019

Media Contact:
Angelo Ortiz
C Diff Foundation
angelo.ortiz@cdifffoundation.org
Office: (727) 205-3922

The C Diff Foundation is honored to welcome 30+ international leading topic experts from hospitals, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies to deliver and discuss critical information on global healthcare-associated issues.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

‘Finest Homes of Saint Louis’ Lists the Architectural Excellence Selection as Featured in Robb Report

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- 'Finest Homes of Saint Louis,' a registered boutique brand within the area's premier luxury real estate firm Janet McAfee Real Estate, has announced a state-of-the-art mansion offered for $6.85 Million.

Situated in the exclusive Huntleigh enclave of just over 300 residents and proclaimed as one of the wealthiest communities in America, 42 Huntleigh Woods Drive is a nationwide residence of distinction selected as the Mid-West's most significant standard of architectural excellence and exceptional design by Robb Report in 2018. Grand in both size and appearance, this magnificent 12,459 square foot masterpiece was two years in the making with no expense spared to achieve unparalleled detail resulting in nothing short of a masterpiece.

Boasting an intriguing mix of curves, clean lines, and angles, the functional floorplan offers five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, advanced smart technology, and an abundance of space to indulge in - whether it be for effortless living or elegant entertaining. This dream home sets a new high standard in Saint Louis luxury living.

More information can be found at: http://finesthomesstl.com/listing/42-huntleigh-woods-huntleigh-mo-63131/

Arrive by the paver driveway and be prepared to be stunned by the lavish foyer with its soaring 18-foot ceilings and striking interiors. Showcased by etched glass, exotic woods, and curved walls, the functional intelligent layout provides you with a choice of multiple living and dining areas. A gourmet kitchen of warm timber blended with rich stone finishes, dual ovens, and a uniquely curved center island is sure to impress. A resplendent entertaining haven awaits as you descend down the signature staircase to the walkout basement level. An extravagant bar, able to accommodate 10, is accented by high quality finishes and overlooks a sitting area with a cozy fireplace.

You'll also be tempted by the billiards and dining area, along with an impressive home theater, complete with its own bar. If you can be lured away from the entertainment and relaxing options, the active homeowner will appreciate the convenience of the in-home private fitness center and the fully equipped craft room. Among the fascinating features of this estate and grounds, and just beyond the gated parking court, is the one-of-a-kind 8-car heated garage parking ideal for the ultimate car connoisseur.

The en-suited bedrooms have also been designed to perfection and promise to be an ultimate haven. In particular, you'll relish the secluded master wing which presents with a sumptuous private lounge with fireplace and a lavish en-suite with a decadent, circular bath, dual vanities, and a surplus of flawless finishes. The covered balcony overlooking the lush grounds and pool area will also entice - start your day here with a steaming coffee, and end it with a nightcap in stunning surrounds.

Outdoors, this pristine estate continues to shine. Meticulously maintained to flawless perfection, the manicured grounds deliver a majestic first impression, with lush gardens and lawns ready to tempt you outdoors often. An alfresco oasis awaits on the covered loggia, with a built-in kitchen and toasty open fireplace. Gather together here to warm yourself by its glow in winter months, and in summer months spend lazy days relaxing in the divine heated saltwater pool. Either way, it's a magical outdoor wonderland to adore year-round.

Other superior inclusions to enjoy are the executive home office with custom built-in cabinetry, independent carriage house, elevator, fountain, geothermal heating and cooling, 125kW generator, steam showers, and heated floors.

Nestled in the smallest and most elite community in the Saint Louis region, which is also renowned for its equestrian attractions, expansive fields, wooded properties, and no more than 100 grand mansions, you are assured exclusivity and seclusion in this purely residential community. Families will also appreciate its proximity to the Kirkwood and Ladue school districts, which are regarded as delivering the finest education the state of Missouri has to offer.

About Finest Homes of Saint Louis:

Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton joined forces to create the registered brand 'Finest Homes of Saint Louis.' This dynamic duo is known for their unparalleled real estate marketing expertise, masterful negotiating abilities, and excellent professionalism providing top customer service. Over a decade strong, with closed sales in excess of $250,000, 'Finest Homes of Saint Louis' ranks in the industry's top 1 percent of all realtors, with highest average sales pricing, for over 8 consecutive years. As leaders in exclusive real estate, the brand's mission statement is to offer unmatched, highly personalized service.

Wayne is the front-man and face of the business. As the senior partner and Broker his role is to drive topline sales, create the sales contract, and navigate complex, negotiations.

Ben oversees all aspects of the sales contract after acceptance and has created the highest successful closing rate, industry wide. As a licensed realtor, he oversees analysis, marketing, and management of the 'Finest Homes of Saint Louis' resources.

Wayne and Ben are constantly on the forefront of implementing cutting edge strategies to get their client's listings mass exposure. The unique, complimentary blend, of experience and technology, consistently delivers best results, exceeding client expectations. They continue to surpass the luxury real estate competition in Saint Louis year after year all while maintaining a reputation for doing business with utmost integrity.

To find out more about the opportunity to own Saint Louis's finest homes, please visit http://finesthomesstl.com

Finest Homes of Saint Louis - Janet McAfee Real Estate
Contact - Wayne Norwood
Phone - 314.629.3931
URL - http://finesthomesstl.com
Email - wayne@finesthomesstl.com
Address - 9889 Clayton Road Ladue, MO 63124

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'Finest Homes of Saint Louis,' a registered boutique brand within the area's premier luxury real estate firm Janet McAfee Real Estate, has announced a state-of-the-art mansion offered for $6.85 Million.

Related link: http://finesthomesstl.com

National Mortgage Professional Magazine Names United Fidelity Funding Corp. a 2019 Top Mortgage Employer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- United Fidelity Funding Corp. (UFF), a rapidly growing national mortgage banker, announced that it was designated a Top Mortgage Employer for 2019 by National Mortgage Professional (NMP) magazine.

NMP arrives at the annual winners by polling its readers about their employers based on the following criteria: corporate culture; compensation; day-to-day management; internal communications; marketing; training; resources; long-term strategy; ingenuity; speed; technology; reputation; and industry participation. The magazine is one of the mortgage industry's leading go-to sources for extensive news coverage for mortgage lending, compliance, secondary marketing, servicing, settlement, technology and more.

UFF runs a highly responsive, nimble, boutique-style operation that avoids the problems many larger lenders have in providing the type of hands-on service, visibility, speedy turn times and robust technology tools that UFF delivers. The company provides partners with individualized support from the point of application all the way through funding by having a dedicated team of employees ready to assist at every key step of the lending process, ensuring very smooth and easy transactions.

"We're truly honored to be recognized by NMP magazine as a Top Mortgage Employer on an industry-wide level," said John Bell, principal at UFF's West Coast operations. "The industry is experiencing a lot of volatility and contraction right now, and originators have concerns over the stability and long-term survival of many lenders. At UFF, we're actually in an expansion mode and are lucky to have developed a close-knit culture compromised of dedicated employees, which is a testament to the company earning NMP's 2019 Top Mortgage Employer distinction."

Kevin Marconi, COO of UFF corporate, commented, "Over the years, UFF has earned a reputation for being both a high-tech and high-touch lender that gets customers the answers and information they need to expeditiously complete transactions. We have a low attrition rate at UFF, which is the result of the unwavering commitment our greatest asset has - the employees, and winning NMP's Top Mortgage Employers award in part reflects this. Our entire team is elated to receive this prestigious accolade."

Of note is that UFF has won multiple awards for being an industry-leading Top Tech-savvy Lender. The company offers an extensive set of loan programs and competitive pricing to fit the needs of many types of borrower profiles.

About United Fidelity Funding:
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Kansas City, Mo. with a West Coast office in Irvine, Calif., United Fidelity Funding Corp. (UFF) is comprised of a highly experienced team of mortgage banking professionals with knowledge in all areas of residential lending. UFF utilizes the best in mortgage technology to help make the mortgage process as easy and straight-forward as possible.

The company provides its originators and employees with the latest web-based loan management and decisioning tools to offer its partner network full visibility into the status of loans at any given time in an effort to deliver responsive service. UFF established a paperless lending process, from submission to funding, facilitating good, easy communication and accurate information for smooth, quick closings. For more information, visit: http://uffwholesale.com/ or https://uffwest.com/.

About NMP:
National Mortgage Professional Magazine (NMP) has become "The Source for Top Originators" - that connects the mortgage professional community under various media formats. Our exceptional team of industry-seasoned monthly contributors combined with our knowledgeable editorial staff, all with meaningful expertise in their respectful disciplines, provide the most up-to-date news, insight and advice for today's mortgage professional. We are committed to ensuring that today's industry is equipped with the most comprehensive understanding of mortgage news available through our many resources, including, but not limited to, articles in the print edition of National Mortgage Professional Magazine and 38 state-specific e-editions, the NMP Daily and NMP Ticker email newsletters, the exclusive daily news stories and postings on our website https://nationalmortgageprofessional.com, and our regular series.

The publication also owns and operates the Mortgage News Network (MNN), a video news source that provides mortgage firms with a resource for news and information as well as a platform for telling their story and sharing their views directly, and in person. https://mortgagenewsnetwork.com/.

United Fidelity Funding Corp. (UFF), a rapidly growing national mortgage banker, announced that it was designated a Top Mortgage Employer for 2019 by National Mortgage Professional (NMP) magazine.

Related link: https://uffwest.com/

Brian Barrilleaux Joins JenCap Holdings’ M.J. Kelly Company

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- JenCap Holdings LLC (JCH), a specialty insurance business, announced today that Brian Barrilleaux has joined its M.J. Kelly (MJK) division as President. MJK is a managing general agency and wholesale insurance brokerage based in Springfield, Missouri with offices in nine states throughout the Midwest and Southeast.

Barrilleaux will be responsible for the day to day operations and executing the growth plans for the company. He has 30 years of insurance industry experience, with extensive time spent in both the wholesale distribution space as well as underwriting. He joins MJK from CNA Insurance where he was the Commercial Lines Manager in the Little Rock branch. Prior to CNA he ran the Workers Compensation Division of Market Scout and was also the Branch Manager/Sales Leader of Swett and Crawford's, Little Rock office.

Barrilleaux will report to Roger Ware, the President of JenCap's Genesee General division, who will be expanding his role as the leader of both Genesee General and MJK. Ware stated, "We are pleased to have found someone with Brian's insurance experience and history as a leader."

Barrilleaux remarked, "MJK has built a strong reputation on delivering innovative and specialized competitive products for retail agents for over 30 years. I am excited about this incredible opportunity to take over the leadership role and to work alongside the committed employees of the company. I also look forward to continuing to work with agency partners throughout the Midwest and Southeast."

"MJK and Genesee General have strong footprints and top-notch talent in the southeast and bringing these two entities closer together will make us a stronger company for our retail clients as well as our carrier partners," commented John F. Jennings, President and Chief Executive Officer of JCH.

Barrilleaux will be located in MJK's Little Rock office.

About JenCap Holdings LLC:

JenCap Holdings is a premier national specialty insurance distribution platform that includes program management businesses, managing general agencies, specialty program underwriters and transactional wholesale brokers. JenCap Holdings has assembled a management team with the sector insight and experience to drive organic growth and strategic acquisitions leveraging technology and advanced data analytics. JenCap Holdings is headquartered in New York.

For more information on JenCap, visit: http://jencapholdings.com/

JenCap Holdings LLC (JCH), a specialty insurance business, announced today that Brian Barrilleaux has joined its M.J. Kelly (MJK) division as President. MJK is a managing general agency and wholesale insurance brokerage based in Springfield, Missouri with offices in nine states throughout the Midwest and Southeast.

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

Data Reporting Company Provides Credit Solutions for Renters Across the Country

SAINT LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Rock The Score ("RTS," a privately held corporation) is a new company with a new concept. RTS reports data to the credit bureaus that traditionally does not get reported through normal channels. This provides information, data and clarity to end users such as mortgage lenders, banks, insurance providers and many more.

Renters benefit by building a credit profile and seasoned credit trade-lines in just a few weeks through this unique platform. Higher credit scores will help more consumers gain access to credit and loans, while saving money thru their improved credit profile RTS rent reporting platform provides.

RTS is pleased to announce that they are the first company of its kind reporting to both Trans Union and Equifax. Equifax will accept data from property management companies only. Trans Union will accept data from all private landlords in addition to property management companies, providing a much larger footprint.

Tom Beck COO of Rock The Score explained: "A rent payment is a mortgage payment - it just so happens to be someone else's mortgage - and Rental History is a great way to determine if someone can afford a mortgage payment based on their payment history."

RTS is also a true B2B nationwide network, the Company offers an affiliate program that is an ideal turn-key solution for industry professionals, database companies and media groups to participate in.

About Rock The Score:

Rock The Score is providing a gateway that allows all Renters to build a credit profile, just by reporting something they already pay...their monthly rent! RTS can also report up to 24-months of historical data to provide an immediate boost to credit score(s).

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

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Rock The Score ("RTS," a privately held corporation) is a new company with a new concept. RTS reports data to the credit bureaus that traditionally does not get reported through normal channels. This provides information, data and clarity to end users such as mortgage lenders, banks, insurance providers and many more.

Related link: https://rockthescore.com/

Integrity Home Care and Hospice Exceeds National Averages for Patient and Family Experience

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Integrity Home Care and Hospice exceeded the national and regional averages in each of six areas of distinction for patient and family experience, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMMS).

The welcome announcement comes as Integrity finalizes its Nov. 1 agreement with Mercy Health System to assume leadership of its home-based post-acute care services. The much-anticipated closure comes after months developing the high-value partnership which will integrate Integrity's leading home care and hospice services with Mercy's top-ranked hospital and clinic services throughout southwest Missouri and southeast Kansas.

Integrity Home Care and Hospice is a faith-based, privately held leader in quality, post-acute health care. Committed to quality patient and family experiences wherever people call home, the healthcare provider offers a comprehensive range of compassionate, client-centered home care, hospice, and home health rehabilitation services throughout Missouri.

Provider partners include forward-thinking regional providers, like Mercy Health System, to meet the needs of patients who wish to remain in their home during times of serious, life altering illness or at end of life, wherever they call home.

"We don't provide care just to check a box," says Cliff Stepp, president of Integrity Home Care and Hospice. "What matters most is the commitment to compassionate quality care at the core of every decision we make."

Integrity exceeded the national and Springfield-based regional providers overall by more than 2 percent, according to survey results. Additionally, 84 percent of respondents were willing to recommend Integrity to others.

The data set includes experiential feedback from family caregivers in the areas of communications with family, receiving timely help, treating patient with respect, emotional and spiritual support, pain and symptom management, and training family caregivers.

Released in October, the Hospice Compare reports provide transparency of care quality amongst healthcare providers.

About Integrity Home Care and Hospice:

Integrity Home Care and Hospice - https://www.integrityhc.com/ - is a faith-based, privately held leader in quality, post-acute health care in Missouri and Kansas. Integrity offers a comprehensive range of compassionate, client-centered home care, hospice, and home health rehabilitation services. We partner with forward-thinking regional providers to ensure the future of health care resides at home.

Integrity Home Care and Hospice exceeded the national and regional averages in each of six areas of distinction for patient and family experience, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMMS).

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

The Hyde Park Homes Tour for 2018 Showcases Century-Old Homes this October

KANSAS CITY, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Eight historic homes, including three by noted architect John W. McKecknie, will open their doors for tours during the biennial Hyde Park Historic Homes Tour. The Tour hosted by The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association (HPNA) will be held Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and a Candlelight Tour of a Chicago-style influenced Italian Renaissance home on historic Janssen Place will be held on Friday, October 5 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.

The biennial tour showcases the architectural diversity and unique character of historic Hyde Park, which is nestled in the heart of midtown Kansas City, conveniently located between the Plaza and Crown Center.

The event includes a candlelight tour Friday evening, October 5, and the October 6 tour includes seven homes.

Saturday's tour homes include:
* 7 Janssen Place, an Italian Revival style home built in 1909, was designed by Kansas City Architect John W. McKecknie. The home is 3 full stories of brick construction with a tile roof.
* 3900 Holmes, a 2 1/2 story Colonial revival home built in 1909, was designed by John W. McKecknie. The home was originally built for Mrs. A. J. Cole and features stucco and stone with a Craftsman style.
* 717 Manheim, a 2 1/2 Colonial Revival built in 1908, was designed by architect E.P. Madorie. The home boasts original wood burning and coal burning fireplaces throughout the house.
* 3827 Harrison, a Craftsman style home, was built in 1911 and designed by architect E. P. Madorie. The stone and stucco home boasts original oak woodwork.
* 3820 Campbell, a Tudor Revival, designed by architect S.R. Frink was built in 1908. The meticulously restored house has original oak woodwork, and two original oil paintings signed and dated in 1909 by Lauck & Lauck which are incorporated into floor to ceiling fireplace mantels.
* 3530 Harrison, a 2 1/2 story stone house, was designed by Frederick C. Gunn and built in 1911. The exterior of the home has Craftsman style influences as evidenced by massive stone porch supports and natural building materials.
* 3653 Charlotte was built in 1908 and designed by John W. McKecknie. The home has a stone first story and shingles on the second and third. Brackets under the eaves and the porch give the home a distinct craftsman feel. First floor and garden tour only.

Climate-controlled shuttle buses transport visitors to each stop on the Saturday tour. The Saturday tour also includes food and beverage trucks.

For further details, and to purchase tour tickets, priced from $13 to $60, visit www.HydeParkTour.com.

"When you visit Hyde Park, the spirit of the neighborhood shines through in the pride neighbors take in these historic homes," said Allan Hallquist, HPNA's president. "Our neighborhood and community are evolving, and are still grounded in a desire to preserve the historic nature of the neighborhood."

In 2013, the Historic Kansas City Foundation recognized The Hyde Park Homes Tour with a Community Catalyst Preservation Award for the contribution the Tour made to the reinvestment and revitalization of a historic neighborhood. The HPNA is a 501(c)(3) not for profit corporation.

More information: https://hydeparkkc.org/homes-tour/

Hyde Park Neighborhood Association, P.O. Box 32551 • Kansas City, MO 64171 • www.hydeparkkc.org

VIDEO (YouTube):
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Eight historic homes, including three by noted architect John W. McKecknie, will open their doors for tours during the biennial Hyde Park Historic Homes Tour. The Tour hosted by The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association (HPNA) will be held Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and a Candlelight Tour of a Chicago-style influenced Italian Renaissance home on historic Janssen Place will be held on Friday, October 5, 2018.

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

Pendo Once Again Named as Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in Kansas City and Top 5000 Nationally

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has been named to the Ingram's Corporate 100 list for fastest growing companies in Kansas City and the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies nationally. Both lists recognize companies who have achieved significant revenue growth over a three-year period. This marks Pendo's fifth consecutive year on both lists.

According to Ingram's, the Corporate Report 100 recognizes the region's fastest-growing companies. The report showcases companies that are headquartered in Kansas City's 22-county metro area and have at least $200,000 in sales year one and $1 million by year three.

"Each year it gets harder and harder to make these lists," noted Mike Peck, co-founder. "We are thrilled to have made both lists five years in a row. Our team just gets better each year and continues to raise the bar."

The Inc. 5000 list honors real achievement by founders who built something great from scratch and showcase significant revenue growth in a three-year period. Companies that are selected must generate a minimum of $100,000 in year one and a minimum of $2 million by year three.

"Pendo's continued success comes from having a strong team of people who believe in our core values - entrepreneurship, leadership, dedication, efficiency and respect," said Jeff Sandman, co-founder. "We continue to strive to be the best in our industry and we couldn't accomplish that without a strong network of appraisers and clients who have the same passion and drive. We are truly honored to be recognized once again for our company growth and success."

About Pendo:

Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards.

The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816 332 6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has been named to the Ingram's Corporate 100 list for fastest growing companies in Kansas City and the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies nationally. Both lists recognize companies who have achieved significant revenue growth over a three-year period. This marks Pendo's fifth consecutive year on both lists.

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

Stratum Structural Systems Honored with ‘Best Of 2018′ award from HomeAdvisor

CHESTERFIELD, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stratum Structural Systems (stratumrepair.com/) was honored with this year's "Best Of 2018" award from HomeAdvisor. Each year, the national home improvement resource presents this award to the best home maintenance and repair professionals in the industry who have shown a relentless commitment to high quality, customer satisfaction, and ethical business practices.

"Recognition from HomeAdvisor is quite an honor because of their high standards and reputation," says Stratum co-owner, Brett Grohmann, "but it's the validation from our customers that means the most."

Award recipients are selected based on customer feedback and the positivity of their reviews. To be awarded "Best Of 2018," companies had to maintain an average rating of 4+ stars and have zero customer complaints in the previous year. Stratum has a near perfect overall rating of 4.97 out of 5 stars, with more than twenty-five 5-star reviews on HomeAdvisor alone and hundreds more on other review sites.

"We treat our customers' homes as if they were our own because it's the right thing to do," says Stratum co-owner, Matt Ford. "Each 5-star review is evidence that we are on the right track."

HomeAdvisor (homeadvisor.com/) was established in 1999 and has been committed to giving homeowners an efficient and trustworthy way to find home service providers. They have helped more than 45 million homeowners find trustworthy service providers.

"We'd like to thank our skilled teams who bring their best work every day for our customers. We also thank our customers who have placed their trust in Stratum and have taken time to review us and share their experience with family and friends," states Grohmann. "We look forward to continuing our commitment and achieving even greater results this upcoming year."

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

Stratum Structural Systems ("Stratum") was honored with this year's "Best Of 2018" award from HomeAdvisor. Each year, the national home improvement resource presents this award to the best home maintenance and repair professionals in the industry who have shown a relentless commitment to high quality, customer satisfaction, and ethical business practices.

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

Lorrie Osterhage Joins Greyling – a Division of EPIC in St. Louis as a Vice President

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that risk management and insurance professional Lorrie Osterhage has joined the firm's Architects and Engineers Practice (Greyling - a Division of EPIC) in St. Louis, Mo. as a Vice President.

Osterhage joins from Marsh, Inc. where she spent the past 32 years leading a team responsible for serving and supporting participants in the Business Insurance Trust (BIT) Program of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC).

The ACEC selected Greyling/EPIC as the new broker and program administrator for their BIT Program, effective January 1, 2018, replacing Marsh.

At Greyling/EPIC, Osterhage will be responsible for providing risk management and property & casualty insurances services to engineering firms who participate in the ACEC BIT Program now being administered by Greyling/EPIC.

"We are very excited to have Lorrie join our company to ensure that ACEC members who secure their risk management and commercial insurance protection through the Business Insurance Trust receive the highest possible level of service and support," said Jeff Connelly, Senior Vice President and BIT Program Manager at Greyling/EPIC.

"Lorrie has devoted most of her long, successful career to understanding and exceeding the risk management and insurance needs of engineering firms, particularly ACEC members, and she will be an incredible asset to these same companies and others, as we begin our management and enhancement of the BIT Program."

Lorrie Osterhage can be reached at:
Email: lorrie.osterhage[at]greyling.com
Phone: (770) 670-5335 (direct).

Jeff Connelly can be reached at:
Email: jeff.connelly[at]greyling.com
Phone: (770) 670-5334 (direct).

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC) announced today that risk management and insurance professional Lorrie Osterhage has joined the firm's Architects and Engineers Practice (Greyling - a Division of EPIC) in St. Louis, Mo. as a Vice President.

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

National Appraisal Management Company (AMC) Strengthens Market Position

LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that Paul Wholley has been hired as VP of Sales, responsible for leading the company's national sales team.

Wholley, who has an expansive career in the financial services industry, joins Pendo after spending the last 5 years at First American Mortgage Solutions in their National and Mid-Market division. Throughout his successful sales career, he has led numerous sales teams as well as built and sold a technology company that serviced the financial industry.

"Paul is a proven leader with a commitment to building strong, successful client relationships," said Jeff Sandman, co-founder. "His industry reputation, entrepreneurial drive and scale of experience are huge assets for Pendo as we continue to grow and expand our national presence."

In addition, Steve Rouse has joined Pendo's sales team as Regional Account Executive for the Midwest. He comes to Pendo with more than 25 years of mortgage industry experience after working with companies such as Verus, First American Mortgage Solutions and Credit Suisse.

"Steve is a great addition to our sales team. His enthusiasm, honesty and client dedication are core traits we look for when selecting team members," noted Paul Wholley, VP of Sales. "In addition, his vast industry experience, especially in the Midwest, will help us build upon many great client relationships and open doors for new ones."

About Pendo:

Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards.

The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit http://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagement.com or call 816-332-6627.

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Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that Paul Wholley has been hired as VP of Sales, responsible for leading the company's national sales team. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance.

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

Pendo Makes Enhancements to Its Appraisal Review Tool

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has made enhancements to their Appraisal Review Tool, which is part of their proprietary technology solutions for appraisal management.

Pendo's Appraisal Review Tool assists their quality review team in managing the process of checking each and every appraisal, ensuring reports are accurate, complete and most of all compliant. Among its enhancements, the tool now has over 100 automated checks, eliminating errors and redundancies in double and triple checking for missing or incorrect information. Within the automated checks there are several that perform subjective analysis, which impacts the number of revisions and lower CU scores. The finished outcome is a completed file that now shows the details and comments from the appraiser and Pendo's quality review team.

"Managing hundreds of appraisals each day requires reviewing lots of details which can slow down the appraisal process, put quality and compliance at risk, or both," said Mike Peck, co-founder of Pendo. "The enhancements we made to our Appraisal Review Tool places automatic checks and balances into the quality review process while providing better outcomes and quicker files to our clients."

Pendo's quality and compliance efforts center on a configurable proprietary technology that allows each client to customize its quality control process according to its own unique requirements. Enhancements to major technology tools such as the Appraisal Review Tool are one of many steps the company continues to take in offering the most accurate, timely and compliant appraisals.

About Pendo:
Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards.

The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagement.com or call 816-332-6627.

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Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has made enhancements to their Appraisal Review Tool, which is part of their proprietary technology solutions for appraisal management. Pendo's Appraisal Review Tool assists their quality review team in managing the process of checking each and every appraisal, ensuring reports are accurate, complete and most of all compliant.

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

5 Bars and City of St. Louis announce agreement to accelerate small cell wireless infrastructure for the citizens of St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset management, marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to develop a wireless master plan and manage small cell wireless infrastructure for the City of St. Louis, Mo.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi year agreement with the City of St. Louis in order to accelerate wireless coverage for St. Louis. The decision to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining local control, aesthetic integrity and increasing the needed connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. Addressing wireless inadequacies in the City of St. Louis is of the utmost important in order to drive economic development.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the volume. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline the process while preserving aesthetics.

When fully implemented, St. Louis will enhance the ability for all citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives, and 5G wireless planning.

"We are thrilled to partner with St. Louis on this important initiative. Now more than ever, wireless infrastructure will be the underpinning of new economic development," said Monnie McGaffigan, President of 5 Bars. "Connectivity is the backbone of a high producing economy and a connected community; we are honored to assist St. Louis in this endeavor."

About the City of St. Louis:

Known as the Gateway City and home to the tallest monument in the U.S., St. Louis offers energetic districts to cozy tree-lined streets dotted with restaurants and cafes. The newly renovated Gateway Arch Park, and all the extensive improvements surrounding it, invigorate and expand this world class destination.

About 5 Bars Communities:

5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities is headquartered in Irvine, California. A premier provider of small cell wireless marketing plans, engineering services and comprehensive wireless strategies for cities and municipalities.

Learn more at: http://xgcommunities.com/

Media Contact:
5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC
(949) 514-4617
info@xgcommunities.com

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5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset management, marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to develop a wireless master plan and manage small cell wireless infrastructure for the City of St. Louis, Missouri.

Related link: http://xgcommunities.com/

Pendo’s John Whitlow Wins HW Insiders Award

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that John Whitlow, the company's vice president of operations and technology, has been named to the second annual HousingWire Insiders list.

According to HousingWire, the Insiders award recognizes "go-to" team members-the professionals that their companies turn to with their most important or challenging projects because their contributions and hard work lead to superior results. Winners are selected by HousingWire's editorial board, based on their contributions over the last 12 months.

Whitlow oversaw development and implementation of the technology that enabled Pendo to increase its monthly volume, with no degradation in client service levels. He also conceptualized and created the custom dashboard and performance report at the heart of Pendo's client scorecard program, which has proven to be a major differentiator for the company.

"John is a reflection of Pendo's core values-he is forward thinking and always looking to improve the process in a way that benefits our clients and partners," said Mike Peck, Pendo co-founder. "Like Pendo, he's that reliable partner who ensures things run the way they're supposed to while taking on new challenges as needed. He exemplifies who we are as a company."

This year's 33 winners represented various sectors of the housing economy, including residential mortgage lending, servicing, investing and real estate.

"The scale of our Insiders award this year is impressive with both its breadth and depth," said Jacob Gaffney, HousingWire Editor-In-Chief. "The talent on display here is unmistakable and the scope of the work our winners do day-in and day-out is a testament to their accomplishments. It's an honor for HousingWire to publish this award."

Whitlow has been with Pendo for five years, and has not only developed new methods for fulfilling the appraisal process, but also oversees their client success team. Under his guidance, Pendo's team members provide the consistently high client and partner service levels that have differentiated the company enough to produce a significant positive impact on the company's revenue and profits.

"I'm honored to receive the HW Insiders award, and to work with such dedicated, talented professionals," said Whitlow. "By receiving this award, I hope to help inspire other AMCs to create a process for making clients and vendors feel valued and appreciated. We have a wonderful opportunity in the appraisal sector to mend fences and formulate an industry that we're proud to be part of in the future."

About Pendo:
Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816 332 6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that John Whitlow, the company's vice president of operations and technology, has been named to the second annual HousingWire Insiders list.

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

Pendo Named as Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in Kansas City and Top 5000 Companies Nationally

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has been named to the Ingram's Corporate 100 list for fastest growing companies in Kansas City and the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies nationally. Both lists recognize companies who have achieved significant revenue growth over a three-year period. This marks Pendo's fourth consecutive year on both lists.

According to Ingram's, the Corporate Report 100 recognizes the region's fastest-growing companies. The report showcases companies that are headquartered in Kansas City's 22-county metro area and have at least $200,000 in sales year one and $1 million by year three.

"Each year it's exciting to see the new and returning companies on both lists," noted Mike Peck, co-founder. "We were number one and then number two our first two years on the Ingram's Corporate Report. Our team has accomplished so much in such a short timeframe."

The Inc. 5000 list honors real achievement by founders who built something great from scratch and showcase significant revenue growth in a three-year period. Companies that are selected must generate a minimum of $100,000 in year one and a minimum of $2 million by year three.

"Pendo's continued success comes from having a strong team of people who each believe in our core values - entrepreneurship, leadership, dedication, efficiency and respect," said Jeff Sandman, co-founder. "Our clients' success is what drives us to be the best that we can be. We couldn't accomplish that without teamwork from our appraiser network. We are truly fortunate to be named to these lists once again. We will continue delivering great service to our clients and partners, and plan to be back to on the list next year, for the fifth year in a row."

About Pendo:

Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816 332 6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has been named to the Ingram's Corporate 100 list for fastest growing companies in Kansas City and the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies nationally. Both lists recognize companies who have achieved significant revenue growth over a three-year period. This marks Pendo's fourth consecutive year on both lists.

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

Pendo Executive Alicia Branstetter Named to HW Women of Influence List

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that Alicia Branstetter, the company's vice president of marketing, has been named to HousingWire magazine's seventh annual Women of Influence list, just one year after joining the housing industry.

According to HousingWire, the Women of Influence award recognizes women leading the mortgage and housing industry forward. Each of the 50 women on this year's list was selected by HousingWire's editorial staff based on tangible accomplishments in the past 12 months. According to HousingWire, the women selected to the list "not only had to excel within their individual companies, but show influence in the wider industry through contributions on panels, publications, mentoring and volunteering."

"It's exciting to see the talent represented in this year's Women of Influence winners. These dynamic women represent every part of the mortgage ecosystem and their achievements are vital to the mission of expanding homeownership," Sarah Wheeler, HousingWire Magazine Editor, said. "HousingWire is thrilled to recognize and celebrate their accomplishments as they build better operations, solutions and companies."

Among Branstetter's achievements in the past year is the creation of Pendo's culture-based brand platform, which has helped drive the company's continued growth and establish its position as the most client-centric, appraiser-friendly AMC, in a segment marked by challenged relationships among providers, clients and vendors.

"The housing industry is abounding with opportunity, and it's a great time for women from other industries to change tracks and bring their ideas and experience into this segment," said Branstetter. "I commend HousingWire for recognizing the contribution women are making in the housing space. I'm honored to be counted among these accomplished leaders and change-makers."

"Our vision at Pendo has always been to lead by example and raise the standards of service AMCs provide to clients and vendors," said Jeff Sandman, co-Founder of Pendo. "Alicia's work enabled us to standardize our high service levels, communicate those standards to the industry and, as a result, differentiate ourselves from competitors and achieve significant growth. We're proud that Alicia was selected for this award. She's a strong asset to Pendo as well as the mortgage industry."

About Pendo:

Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816-332-6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that Alicia Branstetter, the company's vice president of marketing, has been named to HousingWire magazine's seventh annual Women of Influence list, just one year after joining the housing industry.

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

Pendo Joins Forces with The Mortgage Collaborative to Offer Appraisal Management Services to Organization’s Lender Member Network

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced a strategic partnership with The Mortgage Collaborative's preferred partner network to provide appraisal management services to the organization's 112 lender members.

"We are thrilled to be aligned with such a great network. Our partnership with The Mortgage Collaborative allows us to make it easier for their members to experience the financial benefits that come from Pendo's unprecedented service levels," said Jeff Sandman, co-founder of Pendo. "We realize that appraisal turn times are a top concern for lenders because of the direct impact on their bottom lines. Our sense of urgency, personalized service approach and focus on delivering quality reports will put their members at ease."

The Mortgage Collaborative is an independent mortgage cooperative of small, mid-sized and community-based lenders that provides its members with access to products and services that help reduce costs, improve compliance and better manage their businesses. Its preferred partner network consists of product and service providers across the mortgage origination ecosystem.

Pendo, which has been the recipient of numerous industry awards in the past several months, differentiates itself through its renowned client and vendor relations programs, proprietary operational processes and its monthly client scorecard, a performance based report that rates the AMC's monthly activity according to factors such as turn times, returned appraisals and quality.

"Pendo is a great addition to our network. Their industry reputation and core values align with our guiding principles of offering best-in-class products and services to our members," said Rich Swerbinsky, EVP of National Sales & Strategic Alliances for The Mortgage Collaborative.

About The Mortgage Collaborative:
Based in San Diego, The Mortgage Collaborative was founded in 2013 to empower mortgage lenders across the country with better financial execution, reduced costs, enhanced expertise, improved compliance, and to help its members access the dynamic and changing consumer base in America. The association is managed by its founding members: John Robbins, CMB; David Kittle, CMB; Gary Acosta, CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP); and Jim Park, former chair of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA). Robbins and Kittle are former chairmen of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America (MBA). For more information, visit: www.mortgagecollaborative.com.

About Pendo:
Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit www.pendomanagment.com, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816-332-6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced a strategic partnership with The Mortgage Collaborative's preferred partner network to provide appraisal management services to the organization's 112 lender members.

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

Pendo Executive Alicia Branstetter Receives NAWRB’s Roaring Thirty Award

LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company, announced that Alicia Branstetter, the company's vice president of marketing, has received the NAWRB (National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses) Roaring Thirty Award.

The NAWRB Roaring Thirty Awards honor women leaders in the housing industry who are making positive changes in the industry for all women. There are 15 categories covering various aspects of professional life. Each category has a winner and Leading Lady. Branstetter was named Leading Lady in the Renaissance Woman category, which recognizes women who enjoy multiple successful careers.

Branstetter, a newcomer with less than one year in the mortgage industry, has achieved quantifiable success not only in the housing space, but also in the technology and consumer goods sectors. At Pendo, Branstetter created the company's brand platform, effectively differentiating Pendo in the commodity-based appraisal space, while also creating a repeatable formula that could raise the standard of service among AMCs.

Previously in her career, Branstetter created multiple marketing strategies that quantifiably increased sales volume, revenue, reach, and close ratios for firms that range from established Fortune 100 companies to start-up and non-profit organizations.

"I changed industries and joined Pendo because of the opportunity to work with two former tech consultants who are determined to raise the standard in the appraisal industry," said Branstetter. "They're proving that industry outsiders can be great change makers. It's such an honor to have my accomplishments, both in the housing space and in other industries, recognized and supported by the NAWRB. When industry old-timers and newcomers all work together, we really can accomplish great things."

The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) is an organization that supports women in the housing ecosystem by providing them with the tools and opportunities for economic growth and expansion, while advocating and promoting women-owned businesses.

About Pendo Management Group:

Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful technology entrepreneurs, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816-332-6627.

Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company, announced that Alicia Branstetter, the company's vice president of marketing, has received the NAWRB (National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses) Roaring Thirty Award.

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

Gateway to Healthy Smiles: LIBERTY Dental Plan Offers the Most Affordable Rates in Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- LIBERTY Dental Plan of Missouri (LIBERTY) is proud to announce it is offering the most affordable rates for dental plans in the Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace (commonly called the "Health Exchange"). In fact, LIBERTY has the only Dental HMO being offered in St. Louis, Mo., and is the low price leader*.

"LIBERTY Dental Plan is proud to bring first-rate dental plan options to individuals, families and small groups through the Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace," said Dr. Amir Neshat, President and CEO of LIBERTY Dental Plan. "LIBERTY recognizes and shares in the Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace's commitment to quality, affordability, preventive care, access and service."

This marks the first year that LIBERTY, which is centered in St. Louis County, is offering Family Dental HMO plans in the Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace. LIBERTY is also offering its plans via the marketplace's Small Business Health Options Program ("SHOP") for the first time.

Whether through the individual market or SHOP, those that choose LIBERTY find they have a partner in oral health, not just a dental plan. LIBERTY's "concierge" member services provide live customer support at all points of contact and 24/7 access to emergency care, complete case management, and a smart phone mobile application. Plus, LIBERTY's customer service professionals speak over 150 languages and answer calls within seconds.

LIBERTY Dental Plan has built a reputation of quality in commercial and government-sponsored dental programs, providing services to managed care organizations, state governments, labor unions, large group employers, municipalities, and individuals. LIBERTY has a proven record of successfully increasing the utilization of quality dental care for multiple programs, ensuring that a larger portion of premiums are appropriated directly to care.

For information on LIBERTY Dental Plan of Missouri, visit: https://www.libertydentalplan.com/Missouri/LIBERTY-Dental-Plan-Of-Missouri.aspx.

For more information about LIBERTY, visit: https://www.libertydentalplan.com/.

*NOTE: Statements on affordability are based on a cost comparison of plans and rates for the counties in which LIBERTY is participating and as is made public by CMS on the 2017 QHP Landscape Individual Market Dental posted on https://data.healthcare.gov/, which was released on November 10, 2016.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Ara Najarian
800-356-6406 x87
ara@i-mmarketing.com

LIBERTY Dental Plan of Missouri (LIBERTY) is proud to announce it is offering the most affordable rates for dental plans in the Missouri Health Insurance Marketplace (commonly called the "Health Exchange"). In fact, LIBERTY has the only Dental HMO being offered in St. Louis, Mo., and is the low price leader.