Tag: North Carolina Business
Sokal Expands National Footprint with New Office and Growing Team
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RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sokal, a leading automotive advertising and digital marketing agency, proudly announces its move to a new Raleigh headquarters in the up-and-coming Ironworks facility. With a now 150+ strong team, offices in key regions, and specialized staff serving dealers coast‑to‑coast, Sokal continues its mission to deliver market-leading services to automotive clients.
A new children’s book – ‘Gnu Gnu and Punda’s Great Adventure’ – celebrates friendship, teamwork and the African savanna’s wonders
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Picture this: endless golden grass, a scorching dry season and a journey from Tanzania to Kenya in search of life-giving water. In a new children's book written by Liisa Andreassen and illustrated by Frederic Gingillino, "Gnu Gnu and Punda's Great Adventure" (ISBN: 979-8218776183), give young readers the opportunity to join two unlikely companions - the sturdy wildebeest Gnu Gnu and the fast, sharp-eyed zebra Punda. They quickly discover that working together makes them stronger than they ever imagined.
Rice Park Acquires Rosegate Mortgage, Enhancing End-to-End Mortgage Capabilities and MSR Investment Platform
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rice Park Capital Management LP ("Rice Park"), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC ("Rosegate Mortgage"), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC.
TRUEENERGY Socks Expands Its Performance Platform with Premium Merino Wool Powered by Dual-Action Tru-X Technology
HICKORY, N.C., Oct. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Grandview Hosiery, LLC announced today that its TRUEENERGY® brand, the leader in performance sock innovation, has unveiled its Premium Merino Wool collection - an industry breakthrough that combines the natural intelligence of Merino Wool with advanced Tru-X Technology.
PHH Mortgage and Stavvy Partner to Deliver Greater Convenience for Homeowners Navigating Loan Modifications
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 29, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stavvy, a leading digital mortgage platform, today announced that PHH Mortgage Corporation, a subsidiary of Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONTY), has selected its technology solution to enable fully digital execution of loan modification transactions. The partnership leverages Stavvy's comprehensive suite of tools, including eSign, remote online notarization (RON), and in-person electronic notarization (IPEN), all integrated within a centralized, secure hub.
Mooresville Ford Hosts ‘Justin’s Wish’ Celebration in Support of Make-A-Wish
MOORESVILLE, N.C., Aug. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mooresville Ford is proud to support Make-A-Wish(r) in bringing joy to a local teen through a heartwarming wish event. The dealership recently hosted a special surprise celebration on August 6th to honor Justin, a Make-A-Wish recipient, as his dream came to life.
Sokal Officially Certified for INFINITI Retailer Website Program
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RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sokal is pleased to announce its official certification as a preferred provider for the INFINITI Retailer Website Program, effective August 18, 2025. As a certified partner, Sokal is now authorized to deliver website solutions, search engine optimization (SEO), and digital advertising services to INFINITI retailers through the INFINITI Digital Program.
Wrap the Woods Pop-up Art Installation to Save One of Asheville’s Last Remaining Urban Forests
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Save the Woods organization in Asheville, NC, invites volunteers, community members, and activists to an art action: Wrap the Woods on Saturday, September 6, starting at 9:30 a.m. UNC Asheville's 54-acre urban forest and cherished community resource and wildlife habitat (aka "The Woods") is under threat of development despite its status as one of the last remaining urban forests in Asheville.
Mooresville Ford Earns Prestigious President’s Award for Third Consecutive Year
MOORESVILLE, N.C., June 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mooresville Ford is proud to announce it has once again received the Ford President's Award, marking the third consecutive year the dealership has earned this distinguished title. Mooresville Ford is the only Ford dealership in the region to receive this award three years in a row, a testament to its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
New Illustrated Book ‘An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Alphabet And More…’ Offers Artful, Honest Reflection on Caregiving and Loss During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
WILMINGTON, N.C., May 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Just in time for Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, Chuck Pennington releases "An Alzheimer's Caregiver Alphabet And More..." (ISBN: 978-1779626561, released January 25, 2025 by Tellwell Publishing), a deeply personal, beautifully illustrated book offering both solace and insight to those touched by the devastating realities of dementia. This unique collection pairs watercolor artwork by Nick Mijak with poignant reflections from Pennington, who tenderly chronicles his journey as a caregiver for his late partner, Dennis.
Echoes of the Forest to Host Unveiling Event for First ‘Echo’ in Asheville’s River Arts District
ASHEVILLE, N.C., May 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Echoes of the Forest, an Asheville-based 501(c)(3), is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its very first Echo. This is a significant milestone in the organization's mission to promote community revitalization, environmental restoration, and economic rejuvenation through art. The event will take place at Foundation Woodworks in Asheville's River Arts District on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m..
Capital CJDR Indian Trail to Host Wish Reveal for Local Teen in Partnership with Make-A-Wish
INDIAN TRAIL, N.C., May 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital CJDR of Indian Trail is honored to partner with Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina to grant a life-changing wish for 17-year-old Zeke, a local teen living with a critical illness. The dealership will host a special wish reveal event on Thursday, May 15 at 11 a.m., celebrating Zeke's upcoming shopping spree - his one true wish.
Capital Chevrolet of Wake Forest Honors 2025 Wake County Teacher of the Year with New Vehicle
WAKE FOREST, N.C., May 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Chevrolet of Wake Forest is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2025 Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Teacher of the Year award, presented to Macy Brinson, a physical education teacher at Kingswood Magnet Elementary in Cary. In recognition of her exceptional dedication to education, Capital Chevrolet is gifting Brinson a brand-new Chevrolet.
Whimsical Wings Farms Unveils Patented Shipping Box for Live Milkweed Plants and Monarch Butterfly Lifecycle Kit
LILESVILLE, N.C., April 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whimsical Wings Farms, a leader in butterfly conservation and pollinator education, is proud to announce a breakthrough in plant shipping: a patented box designed to safely deliver one-gallon milkweed plants. Paired with the farm's engaging Monarch Butterfly Lifecycle Kit, the innovation supports nationwide habitat restoration efforts and hands-on environmental education.
Artificial Intelligence for Social Good Playbook – Now Available for Free Download
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Apparo, a nonprofit that helps other nonprofits do more to improve lives in our communities through the strategic use of technology, is now offering a free, detailed guide the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). To quote the Playbook, "Leveraging AI technologies, nonprofits can optimize their operations, enhance their impact, and better fulfill their missions in the communities they serve."
NCBCH Announces Winners of the 4th Annual Culture of Wellbeing Awards
GREENSBORO, N.C., March 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The North Carolina Business Coalition on Health (NCBCH) proudly announced the winners of its 4th Annual Culture of Wellbeing Awards during the NCBCH Spring Forum held last week in Greensboro, North Carolina. This year's award recipients exemplify excellence in workplace wellness and employee wellbeing.
Strengthening North Carolina’s Resilience: Mold Inspection Sciences Announces State Expansion
CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Hurricane Helene swept through parts of North Carolina, communities in the mountains and beyond stepped up with sandbags, relief drives, and a shared sense of hope. Now, as homeowners and businesses continue to address long-term issues related to water damage, Mold Inspection Sciences (MIS) is answering the call to help ensure that healthy indoor environments remain part of the state's broader resilience plan.
Apparo’s Transformative 2025 Mission Possible Award Program Open for Nonprofit Registration
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Apparo opens their 2025 Mission Possible Award Program, a nonprofit accelerator sponsored by Accenture that takes nonprofits on ideation journeys to envision how technology can solve nonprofits' most pressing challenges.
Election Audit Warning to 17 North Carolina Counties
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Frank Moseley president of Unirealm Information Systems announced a warning to 17 North Carolina counties that they must perform a special audit check because statistical anomalies indicate that presidential electronic ballots with no corresponding physical ballot may have been tabulated.
Hilbish Ford Making Wishes Come True: Teams with Make-A-Wish to Fulfill Heartfelt Dream for Local Teenager
KANNAPOLIS, N.C., Oct. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hilbish Ford, a cornerstone of the Kannapolis and Concord community for the past 70 years, is entering a new chapter under the ownership of Capital Auto Group. To celebrate this "family to family" transition, Hilbish Ford and Capital Auto Group are teaming up with Make-A-Wish to fulfill a heartfelt dream for a local teenager.
Brimma Tech Unveils Advanced AUS Sandbox Solution for Enhanced Mortgage Underwriting
WAKE FOREST, N.C., Sept. 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Brimma Tech, a pioneering software development company specializing in AI-driven solutions for the mortgage industry, proudly announces the latest release of its Vallia AUS Sandbox. This innovative tool is designed to streamline the mortgage underwriting process, offering simultaneous risk and eligibility assessment capabilities with both Fannie Mae's Desktop Underwriter® (DU®) and Freddie Mac's Loan Product Advisor® (LPA℠).
Mooresville Ford Receives JD Power Dealer of Excellence Award
MOORESVILLE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mooresville Ford is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious JD Power Dealer of Excellence Award, recognizing the dealership's commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences. This accolade is awarded to a select group of car dealerships across the country that have demonstrated a high level of customer satisfaction and integrity in sales practices.
Attorney Faith Fox Announces Unique Self-Representation Consultation Law Firm in Acknowledgement of Love Litigating Lawyers Day
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- his year on Love Litigating Lawyers Day, August 31, one lawyer is turning the tables. While the date is typically acknowledged as a show of appreciation for lawyers, Attorney Faith Fox is announcing a unique firm that shows appreciation for the client, by putting some of that litigating power back into the client's hands: Fox Legal Consults PLLC.
Knot It, LLC Launches Macrame and Mead Classes at The Plant
PITTSBORO, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Knot It, LLC, is excited to host its first two macrame and mead classes on September 8 and October 6 from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. at Starrlight Mead. The address is 130 Lorax Lane and is located within "The Plant," a diverse 17-acre eco-industrial park located on the east side of Pittsboro. These one-of-a-kind classes are a creative outlet to enjoy while indulging in mead tasting.
Tax Attorney to Millionaires Among Nation’s Best by Chambers USA, Defends High Stakes Tax Cases Before the IRS
GREENSBORO, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Petrova Law, a boutique tax law firm, which represents high net worth clients and companies nationwide, has been ranked by Chambers USA among the nation's best for its work on complex and high-stakes tax law matters.
Cooking with Bears? Cottage Cooking in Asheville Does It
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- While it may not happen all the time, there have been several instances when Cottage Cooking, a cooking class business in Asheville, North Carolina, has guests who are treated to a real show. Most recently, a family of four bears - a mama and her three teenagers - decided to take a long family nap in the business' backyard.
Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting at Capital Powersports
WAKE FOREST, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capital Powersports, located in Wake Forest, is now carrying CFMOTO, which produces an established range of all-terrain vehicles and on-road motorcycles. This upcoming April 17, 2024, from 12-1:00 p.m. the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to honor the n
Hilbish Ford Celebrates 70 Years Of Excellence In Kannapolis
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Hilbish Ford, located in Kannapolis North Carolina, proudly marks its 70th anniversary this month. Founded on March 19, 1954, by the visionary FG "Buddy" Hilbish, the dealership has been a trusted name in the Kannapolis and Concord communities. Over the years, the dealership has made significant contributions to various organizations, demonstrating its commitment to community welfare.
Tax attorney to millionaires, Allie Petrova, warns about new IRS tactics against taxpayers
GREENSBORO, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- It is official now: The Internal Revenue Service is going after high-income taxpayers who need to be filing returns, reporting income, and coming to terms with overdue taxes, penalties, and interest, cautions renowned tax attorney and national speaker Allie Petrova, founder of Petrova Law PLLC, a premier tax resolution law firm.
Cottage Cooking Asheville Adds New Classes from the Big Easy
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Cottage Cooking continues to expand its class repertoire. A recent trip to the great city of New Orleans inspired the owners to add Cajun and Creole classes to their current schedule. While visiting what many refer to as the "Big Easy," Cottage Cooking owners, Liisa Andreassen and John Godts, took a class on local fare to hone their culinary skills; they're happy they did.
Deacon Jones Automotive expands reach with acquisition of Sale Auto Mall in Kinston, North Carolina
SMITHFIELD, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Deacon Jones Automotive, a leading dealership group based in Smithfield, North Carolina, is proud to announce its recent acquisition of Sale Auto Mall Stores (BMW, Chevrolet, GMC & Ford) located in Kinston, North Carolina. By combining the strengths of both organizations, Deacon Jones Automotive aims to elevate the car-buying experience for its customers and continue its tradition of providing unparalleled value and service.
Beach Automotive Acquiring Jud Kuhn Chevrolet Dealership
RALEIGH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- In a buy-sell by the dealer group, Beach Automotive has purchased the dealership formally known as Jud Kuhn Chevrolet. The dealership was renamed to Beach Chevrolet on finalizing the purchase, January 24, 2024. The dealership, same as the dealer group, will be digitally represented by Sokal, an automotive advertising agency based in North Carolina.
Karmic Selling: New Bestselling Book Redefines Sales as an Act of Service
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Kormac Group, an international management consulting firm, today announced the publication of 'Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust' (ISBN: 978-1642258608) in partnership with Advantage Media. In his first book, entrepreneur and Kormac CEO Stan Gwizdak reveals how he's built his career by helping others.
A Healthier Home’s Rick Bayless Awarded Building Biology Institute Certification
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Rick Bayless, CIEC, HHS, JS, owner and founder of A Healthier Home, LLC, has earned the certification of Building Biologist and Environmental Consultant (BBEC) from the international Building Biology Institute (BBI).
Capital Auto Group Sponsors Make-A-Wish Event Set for December 16, 2023
CARY, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capital Auto Group is proud to announce a sponsorship of an exciting Make-A-Wish Foundation event, scheduled for December 16, 2023, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dave and Buster's in Cary. The networks of dealerships, are thrilled to support this memorable event and to celebrate the local Make-A-Wish families.