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HLA Protein Technologies Debuts sHLA-G Monomer and Tetramer Portfolio for High-Fidelity Checkpoint Biology, Target Validation, and Assay Development

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Nov. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HLA Protein Technologies, Inc. (formerly Pure Protein, LLC) today announced the commercial launch of its new soluble HLA-G (sHLA-G) product portfolio, marking an expansion of its next-generation HLA research tools.

Image caption: HLA Protein Technologies, Inc.

HLA-G PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS

The Company’s broad new sHLA-G platform includes biotinylated monomers, fluorophore-labeled tetramers, and peptide-loaded complexes, produced using a proprietary mammalian expression system to ensure authentic folding, natural glycosylation, and physiologically relevant epitope presentation.

These reagents enable high-throughput screening, antibody validation, and translational research applications such as:

Drug discovery and immune checkpoint studies
Diagnostic assay development (ELISA, BLI, SPR)
Transplantation and autoimmunity research

HLA-G BIOLOGY AND RESEARCH IMPACT

HLA-G is a non-classical MHC Class I molecule recognized as a key immune checkpoint regulator. Its unique tolerogenic properties and restricted polymorphism make it critical for studies in immune tolerance, transplantation, oncology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease. Soluble isoforms of HLA-G exert powerful immunosuppressive effects, influencing NK cells, T cells, B cells, and dendritic cells – critical pathways for therapeutic development.

DEDICATED FOCUS ON HLA PROVIDES VALUE TO RESEARCHERS

Accelerated R&D: Ready-to-use, biologically accurate HLA reagents can accelerate project timelines.
World-Class Data Quality: Native-like sHLA-G molecules yield more predictive and reproducible results than non-soluble HLA.
Translational Confidence: sHLA closely reflects human biology, bridging the gap between bench research and clinical application.
Regulatory Readiness: Standardized, validated products support compliance and documentation for therapeutic development.

“Our sHLA-G portfolio marks a breakthrough for advancing next-generation immunotherapies, enabling researchers to decode and harness HLA-G–mediated immune regulation in cancer and transplantation.,” said Dr. Rico Buchli, Chief Scientist at HLA Protein Technologies. “By combining biological fidelity with scalable production, we’re providing tools that accelerate discovery and clinical translation.”

AVAILABILITY

The sHLA-G product line is now available for order at https://www.hlaprotein.com/products/hla-class-i/hla-g.

Custom projects and collaborations are supported through dedicated technical and licensing teams.

ABOUT HLA PROTEIN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

HLA Protein Technologies, Inc., based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, specializes in high-purity HLA proteins, engineered cell lines and custom assay development.

With a focus on immunology and oncology, the company provides HLA-based reagents and services that enable discovery, lead validation and translational research. HLA Protein Technologies serves leading pharma, diagnostic and research customers in more than 20 countries.

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HLA Protein Technologies Announces Next-Gen HLA Product Lines and Strategic Investment

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Sept. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HLA Protein Technologies, Inc. (formerly Pure Protein, LLC) reports that its new manufacturing expansion is positioned to support the Company’s growth. A new product line launch, a strategic investment led by a private investor group; and a corporate rebrand to HLA Protein Technologies, reflects the company’s expanded focus on advanced immunology and oncology research tools.

Image caption: HLA Protein Technologies, Inc.

The new investment will fund accelerated product development and expanded manufacturing capacity at the company’s Oklahoma City headquarters, with additional hiring across R&D, bioprocess and commercial operations. HLA Protein Technologies will scale production capacity, implement expanded QC/QA frameworks and enhance GMP‑adjacent processes suitable for research‑use‑only (RUO) products.

The company expects to add roles across protein biochemistry, cell biology, manufacturing operations and commercial support. Facility enhancements will prioritize throughput, reproducibility and documentation standards to align with customer expectations in biopharma R&D.

And, the rebrand to HLA Protein Technologies unifies the company’s legacy of protein engineering with its expanded mission: delivering best‑in‑class HLA research tools and services to customers across biopharma, diagnostics and translational research. This transition establishes a brand identity that mirrors the company’s core scientific strengths and customer value proposition in HLA‑based research tools. The new name and visual identity will roll out across product labels, documentation and digital properties over the coming weeks.

“This is a pivotal moment in our company’s evolution,” said Dr. Rico Buchli, Chief Scientist at HLA Protein Technologies. “Our new HLA portfolio pairs rigorously characterized reagents with custom services that help biopharma teams accelerate target discovery and validation, immune monitoring and mechanism‑of‑action studies. The rebrand reflects our commitment to leadership in HLA‑enabled solutions.”

Anchored by two decades of expertise in soluble HLA engineering and peptide–MHC technologies, the new product lines will feature next‑generation Class I and Class II HLA tetramers, new product formats and custom peptide‑loaded complexes designed for high‑throughput discovery, screening and translational studies.

This portfolio will be complemented by custom assay development and engineered cell line services to support biopharma and academic partners advancing immunotherapies and vaccine research. These new products will complement the Company’s existing portfolio of more than 275 HLA Class I and Class II alleles; it will be made available to the scientific community at https://hlaprotein.com/.

“Oklahoma’s life sciences ecosystem is gaining momentum, and HLA Protein Technologies’ growth exemplifies that trajectory,” said Michelle Gregory, Director, Life Science Oklahoma. “The company’s expansion and investment in local manufacturing aligns with our mission to advance U.S.-based innovation and bioproduction.”

About HLA Protein Technologies, Inc.

HLA Protein Technologies, Inc., based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, specializes in high‑purity HLA proteins, engineered cell lines and custom assay development. With a focus on immunology and oncology, the company provides HLA‑based reagents and services that enable discovery, lead validation and translational research. HLA Protein Technologies serves leading pharma, diagnostic and research customers in more than 20 countries.

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Children’s Book Author Kimberly Hayden Releases Heartwarming New Book Teaching Kids The Joy Of Church

TULSA, Okla., Jan. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Oklahoma-based author Kimberly Hayden introduces young readers to the value of worship and gratitude in her new children’s book “Libby Loves Church” (ISBN: 979-8330208562 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

Image caption: “Libby Loves Church” by Kimberly Hayden.

“Many children struggle to understand why attending church is important,” says Hayden. “Through Libby’s journey, kids learn to shift their perspective from seeing church as an obligation to viewing it as an opportunity for gratitude and connection with God.”

This colorfully illustrated story follows Libby, a young girl who initially prefers staying home to watch TV over attending Sunday service. Through her mother’s guidance, Libby discovers the meaningful purpose of church attendance and develops a genuine enthusiasm for worship.

“Libby Loves Church” offers several key elements for young readers:

– Simple, relatable storytelling that connects with children’s common experiences

– Practical lessons about gratitude and spiritual growth

– Vibrant illustrations that engage young readers

– Positive messaging about family values and spiritual development

As an author dedicated to inspiring children, Hayden draws from her experience as a family-oriented individual who values community and faith. Her work reflects her belief that children are “life’s most precious treasure.” Hayden, who’s working on another children’s book about self-confidence, is available to read to children at libraries and bookstores around the country.

“Libby Loves Church” is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other major online retailers. For more information, go to https://www.mylibbybooks.com/.

About Kimberly Hayden:

Kimberly Hayden is a children’s book author based in Oklahoma. When not writing, she enjoys fishing with her husband and spending time on the lake with friends and family. Her passion lies in creating stories that inspire and guide young readers through life’s important lessons.

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Pure Protein L.L.C. Appoints Dr. Rico Buchli as Chief Scientist

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pure Protein L.L.C. proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Rico Buchli as Chief Scientist. In his new role, Dr. Buchli will lead scientific initiatives and oversee the expansion of the company's immunological products and services portfolio. This strategic move underscores Pure Protein's commitment to providing innovative, high-quality reagents to the global research and diagnostics community.

Dr. Buchli has a distinguished career spanning over two decades, including 23 years as Pure Protein's Director of Research and 3 years as Vice President of Products and Services. He is renowned for his pioneering work in soluble HLA technology, significantly impacting immunotherapy research, particularly in transplant diagnostics and antigen-targeting platforms. His contributions have advanced research in oncology, infectious diseases, and autoimmune diseases, positioning Pure Protein as a leader in HLA reagents and assay platforms.

As Chief Scientist, Dr. Buchli will focus on expanding and refining Pure Protein's product offerings, with an emphasis on delivering superior HLA solutions for research in immunotherapy, transplant diagnostics, and cancer immunology. This will include the development of recombinant monomers, tetramers, and assay platforms essential for T-cell analysis, vaccine development, and understanding autoimmune disorders. His leadership will drive the company's innovation, ensuring the development of customized solutions for its clients while maintaining the highest standards of scientific rigor.

"We are excited to announce the promotion of Dr. Buchli to Chief Scientist," said Tommy Harlan, CEO. "Under his leadership, Pure Protein is poised to continue its legacy of scientific excellence, advancing immunology, oncology, and personalized medicine while expanding its impact on the global research community."

As VP of Products and Services, Dr. Buchli will spearhead efforts to broaden Pure Protein's global reach by fostering collaborations with leading pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and clinical laboratories, ensuring the accessibility of Pure Protein's cutting-edge tools for medical research. A key priority will be expanding the company's HLA product portfolio to meet growing demand in therapeutic areas by aligning product development with the needs of researchers and clinicians to provide high-quality tools and reagents that drive groundbreaking discoveries.

About Pure Protein, L.L.C.

Pure Protein is a platform technology company funded and managed by Emergent Technologies Inc. For more information about Pure Protein LLC, please visit: http://www.hlaprotein.com/

About Emergent Technologies, Inc.

Emergent Technologies is an innovation solutions and technology commercialization leader headquartered in Austin, Texas. Visit: http://www.etibio.com/

Pure Protein L.L.C. proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Rico Buchli as Chief Scientist. In his new role, Dr. Buchli will lead scientific initiatives and oversee the expansion of the company's immunological products and services portfolio. This strategic move underscores Pure Protein's commitment to providing innovative, high-quality reagents to the global research and diagnostics community.

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

Mother-Daughter Team Wins Prestigious Lynn McIntosh Award at the 35th Annual Oklahoma Book Awards

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- In an inspiring celebration of creativity and dedication, author Gwendolyn Mukes and illustrator Alex Wallace, a dynamic mother-daughter duo, have been honored with the Lynn McIntosh Award for Excellence at the 35th Annual Oklahoma Book Awards, WF Publications announced today. This significant achievement highlights their exceptional contribution to children's literature and the impact of their recent work on the book "Gwen Didn't Care" (ISBN: 979-8985784428).

The Lynn McIntosh Award for Excellence, previously known as the Director's Award, is presented by the Oklahoma Center for the Book to recognize books of special merit. The award acknowledges a title that transcends traditional categories by addressing subjects of deep significance and historical importance.

The awarded book, "Gwen Didn't Care," beautifully illustrated by Alex Wallace, provides a poignant depiction of a day in the life of young Gwen as she navigates the realities of Jim Crow laws during a visit to the Oklahoma City Zoo. Despite the harshness of segregation, the story, told with vibrant and captivating illustrations, offers a powerful lesson on racial equality and historical awareness in an accessible, engaging, and entertaining manner for young readers.

Gwendolyn Mukes, apart from her writing, is renowned for her role in the historic 1958 Oklahoma City Sit-In Movement alongside Clara Luper. Her transformative work in education and civil rights has made her a celebrated national figure. Upon retiring from education nearly 10 years ago, Gwen became an actress and splits her time between Oklahoma and California. She can be spotted in various commercials, movies, TV shows and print ads.

This year's ceremony, held on Saturday, May 11, at the Oklahoma History Center, saw a diverse array of literary talents, with 28 finalists selected from 179 entries. The Oklahoma Book Awards annually celebrate the state's literary achievements in categories including fiction, non-fiction, children and young adult, poetry, and combined design, illustration, and photography.

For further details about the Oklahoma Book Awards and the celebrated works of this year's nominees, please visit https://www.oklahoma.gov/.

For more information, or to contact the author or illustrator regarding "Gwen Didn't Care," email info@wibsllc.com.

The book can be purchased through Amazon and select book stores.

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213.374.6934

Email: info@wibsllc.com

In an inspiring celebration of creativity and dedication, author Gwendolyn Mukes and illustrator Alex Wallace, a dynamic mother-daughter duo, have been honored with the Lynn McIntosh Award for Excellence at the 35th Annual Oklahoma Book Awards, WF Publications announced today. This significant achievement highlights their exceptional contribution to children's literature and the impact of their recent work on the book "Gwen Didn't Care" (ISBN: 979-8985784428).

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

Educator, Actress and Civil Rights Activist Releases Debut Children’s Picture Book

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, a Los Angeles based actress, renowned educator and civil rights activist presents her debut children's book, "Gwen Didn't Care" (ISBN: 979-8985784428) at Full Circle Bookstore on August 26, 1900 NW Expy, Oklahoma City, OK, at 3 p.m. "Gwen Didn't Care" honors the 65th Anniversary of the nation's first approved sit-in movement, and tells a true story of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow.

Set against the backdrop of a 1948 childhood memory, "Gwen Didn't Care" invites readers on a journey, unveiling the injustices of our nation's past through her eyes as a young child. The story centers around a visit to the one-day-a-week zoo policy for People of Color, offering a glimpse into a world where segregation and discrimination were once the accepted way of life.

Dr. Gwendolyn Fuller Mukes, a life-long educator and one of the original 13 Katz Drug store sit-inners, uses her unique perspective to craft a whimsical narrative that is both approachable and engaging. Through the lens of an innocent child's curiosity, readers are gently introduced to the complexities of history, fostering a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our society.

"We have grown so much as a society...but we still have a lonnnng way to go," says Dr. Mukes. "I want to make sure my children, grandchildren, and all children know the history of our Country, for if they have no knowledge, history will surely repeat itself. It is important to teach that love IS stronger than hate; knowledge IS stronger than ignorance, and unity is stronger than division! Study and learn, for that can NEVER be taken from you!"

The book is currently available on Amazon and select bookstores.

On Amazon, "Gwen Didn't Care: A true tale of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow" https://a.co/d/gIVAwT2

BOOK SUMMARY:

"Gwen Didn't Care" by Dr. Gwendolyn Fuller Mukes

Publication Date: August 11, 2023

8 x 10 full picture book, 41 pages

(ISBN 979-8985784428)

Published by WF Publications

Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, a Los Angeles based actress, renowned educator and civil rights activist presents her debut children's book, "Gwen Didn't Care" (ISBN: 979-8985784428) at Full Circle Bookstore on August 26, 1900 NW Expy, Oklahoma City, OK, at 3 p.m. "Gwen Didn't Care" honors the 65th Anniversary of the nation's first approved sit-in movement, and tells a true story of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow.

Brick and Mortar to Online: 580 Realty Adapts to Customer Needs

DURANT, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- In today's digital age, businesses must adapt to meet customers where they are in real time. The real estate industry is no exception and the 580 Realty Team is successfully making the transition from brick and mortar to online.

"We've recognized the need to expand our digital presence to remain competitive and to provide the best possible service to our clients," Brian Allen, Branch Broker, 580 Realty, says. "By creating an exceptional online experience, we've implemented a variety of strategies to make the home buying and selling process as seamless and convenient as possible and we're reaching a wider audience."

The 580 Realty team finds that this new online presence helps to establish better communication and transparency too - crucial components of any real estate transaction. Customers can reach their agent - anytime and anywhere.

Clients have digital access to real-time updates information. They can also access their agent's calendar, schedule appointments, view upcoming events and documents and communicate with their agent through the online portal. Online tools are also easily accessed and include things like electronic signatures and document management systems.

"Technology plays a critical role in the success of any real estate agency," Allen says. "At 580 Realty, we're using it enhance the customer experience in many ways."

For example, virtual tours showcase properties to clients who can't visit in person. Data analytics are also used to give clients valuable insights into the real estate market as well as the value of their specific property.

Social media and email marketing is also working to reach a wider audience and promote listings. By using these channels, they're better able to attract potential buyers and sellers and help them to make informed decisions.

"We're working to build trust and rapport with our clients, which is leading to higher satisfaction rates and more successful transactions," Allen shares.

As technology continues to evolve, 580 Realty is committed to staying ahead of the curve. They're constantly exploring new ways to enhance the customer experience. This includes investing in new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality. They're also expanding their digital reach in new social media channels and video marketing.

For more information about 580 Realty: https://www.580realty.com/

580 Realty Team, 107 N 3rd, Durant, OK 74701, 561-257-1140.

In today's digital age, businesses must adapt to meet customers where they are in real time. The real estate industry is no exception and the 580 Realty Team is successfully making the transition from brick and mortar to online.

Related link: https://www.580realty.com/

FACELIFTS ONDEMAND – Look Years Younger Naturally with Facial Fitness Expert Cynthia Rowland

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Cynthia Rowland, President and CEO of Rejenuve, Inc., announced today that all Facial Magic® training kits are OnDemand and digital. "OnDemand training makes perfect sense as shipping costs increase and training OnDemand becomes more popular. Our face-saving exercises can be viewed on every internet enabled device 24/7, worldwide, without delay. This means we can easily accommodate worldwide users without costly shipping fees."

Facial Magic facial exercise has long been recognized as the leader in non-surgical facelifts, employing specialized exercises to change the shape and contour of a face by lifting and tightening fifteen regions of the face and neck with 18 proven exercise movements.

"What makes Facial Magic so popular is that these exercises are easy to learn, and you see and feel results right away. Most users faces look 10 to 15 years younger in 9 to 12 weeks. No surgery, no drugs, no inconvenience, no recuperative time is required. Using only your thumbs and fingers in exercise gloves in front of a mirror, these exercises will lift your face," says Rowland.

Video training has been extended to weekly/daily online training with Cynthia. Every week a new training video is developed using all 18 exercises with new techniques incorporated regularly. These training classes are now part of each Starter Kit offered. The Starter Kit is currently priced at US$99.95.

"Another exciting development has been the addition of the Facial Magic skincare line to enhance and complement the results of the exercises. Treating the skin with medical grade products helps our clients look their best. From acne to anti-aging, we have 17 products that can deliver maximum results."

Cynthia Rowland has aspired to change the faces of an aging population in the United States, North America and the world through the innovation of the facial exercise program called Facial Magic.

The quest began in a specialized treatment center in Denver, Colorado and expanded into US and international television shopping channels, a hugely successful infomercial and popular personal speaking engagements. Throughout this progression, Cynthia's goal has been to deliver results and hope to women and men of the world through product innovation, instruction and motivation while affirming everyone's self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance and inner beauty.

Cynthia has authored two books: "The Magic of Facial Exercise - All About Natural Beauty" and "Facial Magic - Rediscover the Youthful Face You Thought You Had Lost Forever."

Learn more:

https://www.cynthiarowland.com/facial-magic

https://www.cynthiarowland.com/facial-magic/before-after-photos

Cynthia Rowland, President and CEO of Rejenuve, Inc., announced today that all Facial Magic® training kits are OnDemand and digital. "OnDemand training makes perfect sense as shipping costs increase and training OnDemand becomes more popular. Our face-saving exercises can be viewed on every internet enabled device 24/7, worldwide, without delay. This means we can easily accommodate worldwide users without costly shipping fees."

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

Local Book Stores in Oklahoma Welcome Seven-Year-Old L.A. Author for Book Reading and Signing

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Two Oklahoma City bookstores are hosting Los Angeles based child author Sammy Wallace. His debut book, "I Slept in My Bed Last Night" (ISBN 979-8985784404), will be read by Sammy at Belle Books Boutique & More (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.), and Full Circle Bookstore (2:30 p.m. reading and 3 p.m. signing), both on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

Sammy developed the premise of the book (when he was five years old) at the onset of COVID-19 amidst lockdowns across California. With school closures, Sammy stayed busy by exercising his imagination and composing stories with his grandmother, Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, an educator of more than 50 years.

Dr. Mukes transcribed the book for him and felt it was important to help Sammy find his literary voice while maintaining a sense of wonder and imagination. "When we started on this project almost two years ago, our country was in a turbulent time. With the onset of COVID-19 and the spotlight on racial disparages, we really wanted Sammy to just create stories that were fun and lighthearted."

Originally from Oklahoma City, Sammy is excited he returned for the summer while working on his second book. "I love when we come to Oklahoma City. It's so much fun to spend time with my family," said Sammy. "I'm also excited to meet other kids at the book readings." He wants to encourage other kids to write books and hopes to serve as an inspiration.

"Kids make great authors because we know what other kids like," said Sammy. "I think more kids should write books...they just need to be encouraged and told that it's possible."

The book is a comical story about a boy who finally decides to sleep in his bed. While fast asleep, a mysterious monster wakes him up from his dream. Confused as to exactly what the monster is and what the monster wants, the brave boy contemplates a series of possibilities as he tries to unlock the mystery. Early reviews call the book "funny, engaging and delightful."

It is currently available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble (online), and a few select stores. Locally, the book can be found at Belle Books Boutique & More and Full Circle Bookstore.

"I don't know if I will be a writer when I grow up... I want to be a lot of things," said Sammy. "For now, I am having fun and learning a lot. I am helping with the art for the next book and am excited about that!"

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

PROMO VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/Y6J-_iWQPK0

BOOK SUMMARY:

"I Slept in My Bed Last Night" by Sammy Wallace

Publication Date: May 2, 2022

8.25 x 8.25 full picture book, 34 pages

ISBN 979-8985784404

Published by WF Publishing

Two Oklahoma City bookstores are hosting Los Angeles based child author Sammy Wallace. His debut book, "I Slept in My Bed Last Night" (ISBN 979-8985784404), will be read by Sammy at Belle Books Boutique & More (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.), and Full Circle Bookstore (2:30 p.m. reading and 3 p.m. signing), both on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

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

Eric Zanotelli and the Z-Team join Sente Mortgage

STILLWATER, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Z-Team, a mortgage banking branch based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, has joined independent mortgage company Sente Mortgage, the company announced today. Branch Manager Eric Zanotelli and his team bring deep industry knowledge and a commitment to exceptional, accessible, and engaging service to the Oklahoma market and beyond.

"I chose to move my team and join Sente Mortgage because of values alignment, a shared commitment to supporting financial education, and a customer-focused mindset," said Zanotelli. "I am beyond thrilled to be part of such a fabulous organization. I can't wait for our clients to experience our truly unmatched customer service as we help make their home dreams possible."

With a focus on core values and the promise of creating financial possibility for clients and partners, residents across Oklahoma will benefit from the Z-Team's highly personalized mortgage services, bolstered by Sente Mortgage's 5-star home lending experience.

"Key to our growth is welcoming new branches that share our core values, since that's at the heart of what makes our company so different for the clients and partners trusting us with the home buying journey," said Tom Rhodes, CEO of Sente Mortgage. "We're excited to have found that with our newest branch in Stillwater, The Z-Team, and to bring our unparalleled five-star experience to this new market."

In addition to Oklahoma, Sente Mortgage is licensed in Texas, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, and Tennessee. To learn more about the Sente Mortgage Stillwater branch, access educational and financial resources, or find the right Mortgage Banker for your upcoming home purchase, visit https://www.sentemortgage.com/locations/.

About Sente Mortgage:

Sente Mortgage is a leading independent mortgage bank focused on creating financial possibility. Since its founding in 2007, the company has been committed to delivering a five-star experience for every client, with a team of expert Mortgage Bankers dedicated to finding the right mortgage products to meet each client's needs. Sente Mortgage has been recognized three times as one of the nation's fastest-growing companies on the Inc. 5000 list, has landed on the Austin, San Antonio, Dallas and Houston Business Journals' "Best Places to Work" lists, and has been a two-time recipient of the Austin Business Journal's "Fast 50" list. The company is headquartered in Austin.

For more information about Sente Mortgage, please visit https://www.sentemortgage.com/.

The Z-Team, a mortgage banking branch based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, has joined independent mortgage company Sente Mortgage, the company announced today. Branch Manager Eric Zanotelli and his team bring deep industry knowledge and a commitment to exceptional, accessible, and engaging service to the Oklahoma market and beyond.

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

Myrio Therapeutics and Pure MHC, LLC Announce Research Collaboration to Develop Novel, Targeted Antibody-Based Cancer Therapies

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pure MHC, LLC and Myrio Therapeutics Pty Ltd (Myrio) today announced a collaboration to develop new antibody-based oncology therapeutics. The companies will combine Pure MHC's proprietary offering of MHC peptide targets for oncology with Myrio's revolutionary Retained Display(tm) (ReD) antibody discovery process to initially create up to three novel therapies based on targets distinct to tumors across multiple types of cancer.

The cancer therapies resulting from this collaboration will represent a unique synergism: Myrio's ReD platform is differentiated in its ability to routinely identify antibodies that bind to peptides from intracellular proteins presented on the cell surface by major histocompatibility complex (MHC), and Pure MHC is a world-leader in the identification and validation of peptide/MHC (pMHC) targets. Antibodies to next generation pMHC oncology targets may provide more efficacious therapies, particularly for solid tumors, while minimizing off-target effects for patients.

Researchers at both companies expressed excitement at the prospect of combining these innovative approaches:

"The speed and flexibility of Myrio's ReD platform enables the generation of robust antibody-based therapies against challenging targets like pMHC with high affinity and specificity," said Myrio's CEO Pete Smith. "Pure MHC's curated pMHC targets are an excellent fit for our platform and substantially de-risk downstream development."

Pure MHC's Chief Scientist, William Hildebrand, PhD shared this enthusiasm, "Pure MHC is dedicated to the identification of pMHC complexes distinct to cancer and absent from healthy tissues. Peptide/MHC complexes for several oncology indications have been identified by Pure MHC as present on tumors yet absent from healthy tissue, and we are excited for Myrio to deploy their cutting-edge technology to engineer antibodies that recognize our targets with great specificity."

From a business perspective, these therapeutic candidates will bolster Myrio's existing portfolio of in-house assets while providing Pure MHC access to a powerful antibody platform that enables multiple therapeutic pipelines.

"Myrio's platform is not just an outstanding scientific fit, the collaboration represents a unique and exciting way for Pure MHC to deploy its novel target assets strategically," said Kris Looney, President of Pure MHC. "As we continue to provide targets from our pipeline to the market via more traditional partner licensing models, we felt the time was right to also establish our own therapeutic pipeline and have found exactly the collaborator we need in Myrio."

Pete Smith agreed, "With the close alignment of both scientific and business objectives between our two companies, a partnership between Myrio and Pure MHC just makes so much sense. We are excited about its potential."

The companies expect the collaboration to yield therapeutic candidates within the next twelve months.

About Myrio Therapeutics

Myrio Therapeutics is driving a new frontier of antibody-based therapies as the company's Retained Display(tm) (ReD) antibody platform offers identification of highly specific human antibodies that bind to peptide-MHC complexes. Myrio's antibodies can readily be converted into multispecific, CAR-T or other formats, dramatically increasing the target landscape for these modalities. Visit: http://www.myriotx.com/

About Pure MHC

Pure MHC, LLC is a platform technology company funded and managed by Emergent Technologies, Inc. with expertise in disease-specific target identification and validation as well as immunotherapeutic drug development for cancer, infectious disease, and autoimmune diseases. The Pure MHC target discovery technology was developed by Chief Scientist William Hildebrand, Ph.D., of the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center. For more information, visit: https://puremhc.com/

About Emergent Technologies

Emergent Technologies, Inc. is an innovation solutions and technology commercialization leader headquartered in Austin, Texas. Visit: http://www.etibio.com/

Pure MHC, LLC and Myrio Therapeutics Pty Ltd (Myrio) today announced a collaboration to develop new antibody-based oncology therapeutics. The companies will combine Pure MHC's proprietary offering of MHC peptide targets for oncology with Myrio's revolutionary Retained Display(tm) (ReD) antibody discovery process to initially create up to three novel therapies based on targets distinct to tumors across multiple types of cancer.

Related link: https://puremhc.com/

Pure Protein, LLC Announces New Website Now Offering Its HLA Reagents and Technical Services to Researchers

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), is proud to announce the launch of its new website https://www.hlaprotein.com/.

This new ecommerce website offers academic and commercial researchers the ability to purchase individual HLA reagents to detect, profile, and monitor allele-specific immune responses, as well as HLA peptide epitope binding services to aide in improving the design of vaccination and therapeutic targeting strategies.

Rico Buchli, Ph.D., Pure Protein's Director of Research commented, "For over 20 years, Pure Protein has provided technology and expertise to advance novel therapies and diagnostic tools for applications in transplantation, oncology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease."

He added, "We are excited to now have a website where researchers can easily explore and purchase our inventory of over 250 Class I and Class II proteins in both unmodified and biotinylated forms and Pure Protein's peptide validation, screening and mapping services."

The website is a comprehensive source for HLA proteins, services and scientific resources that will be updated on a regular basis with new products, technical updates and company milestones. For more information visit https://www.hlaprotein.com/.

About Pure Protein, LLC

Pure Protein, L.L.C. is a biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of proprietary technologies related to the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) system, formed and exclusively licensed from the University of Oklahoma in 1999. Pure Protein, in conjunction with its affiliates and subsidiaries, aims to bring novel therapies and diagnostic tools to patients across a wide range of application areas spanning from therapeutic development in the fields of oncology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease, to antibody mediated rejection in transplantation. Visit: http://www.pureproteinllc.com/.

Pure Protein is funded and managed by Emergent Technologies, Inc. an innovation solutions and technology commercialization leader headquartered in Austin, Texas. Visit: http://www.emergenttechnologies.com/.

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Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), is proud to announce the launch of its new website.

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

Pure Protein, LLC to Exhibit and Preview New Website at the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) 46th Annual Meeting

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), announced today that it will be an exhibitor at the ASHI VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING, October 19 - 21, 2020, where the Company will be previewing its soon to launch website https://www.hlaprotein.com/.

This new website will offer academic and commercial researchers access to individual HLA reagents to detect, profile, and monitor allele-specific immune responses, as well as HLA peptide epitope binding services to aide in improving the design of vaccination and therapeutic targeting strategies.

Rico Buchli, Ph.D., Pure Protein's Director of Research commented, "For over 20 years, Pure Protein has provided technology and expertise to advance novel therapies and diagnostic tools for applications in transplantation, oncology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease."

He added, "We are excited to exhibit at ASHI 2020 and share the news about hlaprotein.com where we will soon be offering researchers 126 Class I and 154 Class II proteins in both unmodified and biotinylated forms, as well as access to Pure Protein's peptide validation, screening and mapping services."

About Pure Protein, LLC

Pure Protein, L.L.C. is a biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of proprietary technologies related to the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) system, formed and exclusively licensed from the University of Oklahoma in 1999. Pure Protein, in conjunction with its affiliates and subsidiaries, aims to bring novel therapies and diagnostic tools to patients across a wide range of application areas spanning from therapeutic development in the fields of oncology, autoimmunity, and infectious disease, to antibody mediated rejection in transplantation. Visit: https://www.hlaprotein.com/.

Pure Protein is funded and managed by Emergent Technologies, Inc. an innovation solutions and technology commercialization leader headquartered in Austin, Texas. Visit: https://emergenttechnologies.com/.

Link to event information: https://www.ashi-hla.org/page/Meetings_Annual

Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), announced today that it will be an exhibitor at the ASHI VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING, October 19 - 21, 2020.

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

Teacher Bodybuilder Suits Up in Bikini as ‘Queen Of Swords’ for Ms. Health and Fitness Title

TULSA, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Judy Stetson, widow, teacher, bodybuilder, and contestant for Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 suits up in a bikini to ride the wave of pandemic changes throughout the Fall school season. The teacher battled memories of 911 emergency calls and widespread stress syndrome from the COVID crisis that took the life of her adult former student.

A lucky lady will take home the title Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 and the cover of Muscle and Fitness Hers magazine. The public chooses the winner by votes open until October 8. Ms. Health and Fitness competition donates to the charitable organization Homes for Wounded Warriors that provides assistance to disabled veterans by building or remodeling handicap accessible homes

Millions brace for August Back to School facing uncertainty amidst a pandemic. Many parents plan to spend less on apparel and more on technology. As our nation continues to respond to COVID, September's National Preparedness Month prods: "Disasters Don't Wait. Make Your Plan Today." Plan ahead in case of further waves of COVID during flu season or if a spike in cases triggers another school lockdown. October's Family Health Month reminds parents to reinforce habits that keep children healthy.

Stetson says, "I'm the widow and sister of two deceased veterans. Emergency responders rushed to our house eight times in one year. We lived in constant crisis. I took up weightlifting, so I'd be able to lift my disabled husband four times a day."

She took home an issue of Muscle and Fitness Hers and looked at the photos and stories of strong, beautiful women.

"The thought of them as sisters and day after day in the gym getting stronger helped me emerge from a cocoon of despair," Stetson said. "I'd dry my tears, grit my teeth, 'alright girl, soldier up.' I had to get my husband fed, his meds, lifted from bed, get to the bathroom, hosed him down in the shower, bathed, shaved, a fresh diaper, and dressed daily."

Stetson explained why it is important to support Homes for Wounded Warriors during a pandemic crisis, "Wouldn't it be wonderful not to feel so isolated? You could be a part of something beautiful that transforms the day-to-day life of a loved one confined at home."

"Wouldn't it be amazing to remodel any bathroom with handicap accessible features so an invalid can bathe safely and easily?" she asked.

As a teacher, Stetson fell into what she calls "the grey area of not poor enough to qualify for assistance." There was no money to remodel their home, medical bills piling up to $110,000, and her earnings going to pay for nursing care.

"We lived in what I consider now as medical poverty. I was on a treadmill of a hot mess," said Stetson. "As I got stronger, I felt more like Wonder Woman - even when I hit myself upside the head with nunchucks. I show and tell my students to make fitness a fun adventure full of twists and turns. I'm such a newbie to social media, but even a teacher must ride the wave, learn new ways to communicate."

Stetson, a self-professed sci-fi nerd, picks up a "Star Wars" inspired lightsaber. The once-upon-a-time Miss Valentine pageant queen twirls the sword and lunges forward, "I manifest Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to appear with me inside Muscle and Fitness magazine," she sends out her dream to the Universe. "I visualize $110,000 as if by magic. Earth angels join me and shine the light for Homes for Wounded Warriors."

Stetson sweeps the sword through the air with her red, white & blue star-spangled wish. Swoosh! Public support for the first English teacher to win Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 VOTE by contestant first name.

Learn more about Judy at: https://mshealthandfitness.com/2020/judy

Ms. Health and Fitness is a trademark of Crow Vote LLC.

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Judy Stetson, widow, teacher, bodybuilder, and contestant for Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 suits up in a bikini to ride the wave of pandemic changes throughout the Fall school season. The teacher battled memories of 911 emergency calls and widespread stress syndrome from the COVID crisis that took the life of her adult former student.

Related link: https://mshealthandfitness.com/2020/judy

NEXT™ Team Adds Staff to Expand Digital Footprint

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC (NEXT™), creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit and NEXTMortgageNews.com, has announced that it has added two key positions to support the expansion of its digital footprint. Renee Stanzione, NEXT's director of digital communications, is responsible for developing the infrastructure to grow NEXT's virtual community and expand its reach among mortgage industry executives. Amilda Dymi, NEXT's news director, is responsible for creating and overseeing the majority of content for Up NEXT daily intel feed.

NEXT has been expanding into digital content since 2019, when it began publishing profiles on top women executives on its website, NEXTMortgageNews.com. In January 2020, NEXT launched Up NEXT, its daily intel feed delivered via email to thousands of top mortgage industry executives.

Ms. Stanzione brings nearly a decade of communications experience to her post. Prior to joining NEXT, she was public relations manager at AIME, the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts, where she increased brand awareness for the nonprofit by 192% from the previous year via organic media placements. Her career also includes work with companies that include Brownstein Group, Slice Communications and Freeman Public Relations where she secured media coverage in local and national outlets that include CNN Business, Yahoo! Finance, The Washington Post, Apartment Therapy, FOX29, CBS Philly, NBC10 and PHL17.

Ms. Dymi is a veteran journalist with decades of experience covering the mortgage and financial markets and is also a marketing consultant specializing in startup enterprises. Throughout her career, Dymi has held a wide range of editorial roles at outlets that include Debtwire, American Banker, Mortgage Servicing News and National Mortgage News. She was formerly a radio correspondent for the British Broadcasting Corporation, also known as the BBC.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 200 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Roughly 85-90% of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85% of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer. For more information visit https://nextmortgagenews.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC (NEXT™), creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit and NEXTMortgageNews.com, has announced that it has added two key positions to support the expansion of its digital footprint.

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

Texoma Real Estate Firm 580 Realty Combines Digital Marketing with Independent Agility Through Acquisition with Okie Land & Home

TEXOMA, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Okie Land & Home Monica Lambert are joining 580 Realty, a successful association which will bring together an independent firehouse to a stellar realty team, expanding the service area by an additional five counties. This now includes Coal, Pontotoc, Pittsburg, Latimer, Pushmataha, Hughes and McIntosh. From Lake Eufaula to Lake Texoma! Kiamichi Wilderness to Arbuckle Mountains!!!

Broker of 580 Realty, Brian Allen comments that, "This combination creates an even larger powerhouse for 580 Realty, the most dominant brand for real estate in Southern Oklahoma."

He sees a mutually beneficial relationship blossoming between the two entities, creating a hub for buying and selling properties within communities throughout Oklahoma, including Durant, Kingston, Calera, Colbert, Atoka, and Madill. 580 Realty now plans to bring their same effective marketing, strategic advertising, and a client focused experience to townships and cities served by Okie Land & Home service.

Mr. Allen also adds: "We are very excited that, with this merger, Monica Broker - Okie Land & Homes will continue to provide the personal and local support that agents and their clients demand, while providing the resources afforded to a powerful, highly recognized brand with a massive local presence. We are committed to ensuring that all homebuyers and sellers receive the best service imaginable and our agents are afforded every opportunity to maximize their business potential."

With decades of combined experience, the agents at 580 Realty operate with an edge that keeps their clients returning for both buying and selling real estate in Oklahoma. Providing high-quality, honest, and accessible real estate advice and services in the Texoma region will continue to be 580 Realty's focus. Clients particularly enjoy the unique and compelling experience that leverages the power of digital marketing to make connecting the right buyers and sellers to the properties of their dreams a seamless and creative experience.

Okie Land & Homes will transition to 580 Realty and though its visual identity will evolve, clients can expect the same level of care and an enhanced level of marketing for listings, thanks to this merger. Okie Land & Homes is headed by Monica Lambert, who will run point for northern counties and cities, while continuing to specialize in affordable homes, farms and ranches, vacation homes, acreages, and investment properties.

With over 14 years of dedicated, client-focused experience buying and selling properties, Ms. Lambert's expertise in listings within the adjoining counties like Hughes, Pittsburg, and Pontotoc will give the whole team the chance to provide even more options for buyers and sellers.

The merger is also the perfect fit as Okie Land & Homes relies on a significant social media presence, including a dedicated Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OKLandandHomeTrader - where potential clients can post requests for specific types of properties.

Ms. Lambert takes the time to respond to every single member request, besides maintaining a full spectrum of listings, including cabins, starter homes, single-family dwellings, and more. The nearly 2,000-strong member group for Okie Land & Home will now join the ranks of 580 Realty's customer base and listings across the Texoma region.

This merger allows Okie Land & Homes the opportunity to harness the power of digital, along with the intimate and personal care Ms. Lambert has always provided for her clients. Ms. Monica Lambert will also be part of the 580 Realty sales team as an agent delivering high-touch communications and enhancing the reach of clients who are looking for unique properties using a digitally-driven search process.

More information: https://www.580realty.com/blog/texoma-real-estate-firm-580-realty-combines-digital-marketing-with-independent-agility-through-acquisition-with-okie-land-home/

Media Contact:
Brian Allen
580 Realty
brian@580realty.com
580-877-7653

Okie Land & Home Monica Lambert are joining 580 Realty, a successful association which will bring together an independent firehouse to a stellar realty team, expanding the service area by an additional five counties. This now includes Coal, Pontotoc, Pittsburg, Latimer, Pushmataha, Hughes and McIntosh. From Lake Eufaula to Lake Texoma! Kiamichi Wilderness to Arbuckle Mountains!!!

Related link: https://www.580realty.com/

FormFree Becomes First Anchor Sponsor of NEXT Mortgage Events

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events and Housing Finance Strategies today announced that FormFree, a leading provider of automated verification services for the lending industry, has become the first anchor sponsor of NEXT.

Anchor sponsorships are year-long partnerships that include support of all three NEXT events. NEXT's winter and summer events focus on executive business topics related to technology, operations and production. Its NEXTDC series is produced in partnership with Housing Finance Strategies and focuses on housing policy and tech intel for women executives.

"Smart companies like FormFree value the ROI that results from visibility and presence among the current and future drivers of the mortgage industry," said Jeri Yoshida, co-founder of NEXT. "Between 89 and 90 percent of our lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher. FormFree has made a strategic step forward in solidifying its relationship with its customers of today as well as tomorrow. We are thrilled to welcome FormFree as our first anchor sponsor."

"FormFree spearheaded an anchor partnership with NEXT because we are aligned in our belief that we must bring mortgage women executives to the table with key decision makers to address the industry's most pressing challenges," said Brent Chandler, president and CEO of FormFree. "Our participation in past NEXT events has revealed opportunities for us to improve the way lenders do business. We are excited to exchange ideas, form new partnerships and contribute to the advancement of our industry at NEXT events in 2020."

"We are so pleased to have FormFree supporting NEXT as our first anchor sponsor. Leading, promoting and encouraging women executives through the NEXT model offers unsurpassed value for a full calendar year," said Faith Schwartz, founder of Housing Finance Strategies and co-founder of the NEXTDC event. "I invite others in leadership roles to consider the anchor sponsorship and all that it entails - I'll certainly be speaking about it at #NEXTWINTER20 in Dallas."

Persons interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities can email info@nextmortgageevents.com for more information.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and information exchange by introducing NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium for senior lending executives to gather and exchange competitive intel with their high-ranking professional peers. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event hosts roughly 200 attendees. Roughly 85-90% of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85% of attendees are women. NEXT hosts its flagship events twice a year, in winter and summer, and partners with Housing Finance Strategies on a policy and fintech summit in Washington D.C. each fall. For more information visit https://nextmortgagenews.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

About Housing Finance Strategies

Housing Finance Strategies is a small woman-owned business founded in 2016 to provide Strategic Advisory Services, Government and Industry Relations, Public Policy Expertise, Roundtable and Event Management and Professional Speaking Services. The firm brings 25+ years of expertise to the forefront of mortgage, including leading fintech change, advising on GSE reform and ensuring non-bank readiness for regulatory oversight. For more information, visit http://www.housingfinancestrategies.com/, follow @HousingFinanceStrategies or email admin@housingfinancestrategies.com.

About FormFree(R)

FormFree(R) is a market-leading fintech company whose revolutionary products AccountChek(R) and Passport(tm) are changing the credit decisioning landscape and encouraging lenders nationwide to incorporate a more holistic view of each borrower's financial DNA. To date, thousands of U.S. lenders and brokers have ordered millions of FormFree's patented verification reports representing over a trillion dollars in loan verifications. FormFree delights borrowers and lenders with a paperless experience, reduces origination timelines by up to 20 days and offers automated analysis and standardized delivery to lenders and investors using a secure ReIssueKey(tm). A HousingWire TECH100(tm) company for four consecutive years, FormFree is based in Athens, Georgia. For more information, visit https://www.formfree.com/or follow FormFree on LinkedIn.

NEXT Mortgage Events and Housing Finance Strategies today announced that FormFree, a leading provider of automated verification services for the lending industry, has become the first anchor sponsor of NEXT.

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

Capsilon Wins #NEXTSUMMER19’s Best in Show Award

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that Capsilon, a provider of mortgage automation software, has been voted Best in Show for its presentation of Capsilon Digital Underwriter at the technology showcase at #NEXTSUMMER19, the women's executive mortgage summit that took place on Aug. 18-19, 2019.

The Best in Show award is granted to the technology provider that presented the most compelling solution during the technology showcase at #NEXTSUMMER19, as determined by attendee and industry-wide vote. Five technology providers participated in the #NEXTSUMMER19 technology showcase, which was hosted by seasoned technology buyer Suzy Lindblom, chief operating officer of Planet Home Lending.

Capsilon Digital Underwriter is the industry's first comprehensive suite of fully integrated cloud-based digital mortgage applications focused on automating the underwriting process. Capsilon executives Ginger Wilcox, SVP of marketing, and Eric Kujala, director, industry relations and partnerships, presented Capsilon Digital Underwriter in the technology showcase.

"More than half of our attendees are mortgage tech buyers and many attend NEXT to discover new technology," said Jeri Yoshida, co-founder of NEXT. "Capsilon generated a lot of buzz at NEXTSUMMER19. Several speakers even mentioned the technology during their sessions. We congratulate Capsilon and applaud all of the presenters in the tech showcase."

Nearly 200 women executives attended #NEXTSUMMER19 at The Gwen Hotel in Chicago.

All of the #NEXTSUMMER19 technology showcase presentations are available for viewing at https://nextmortgagenews.com/news/nextsummer19-tech-showcase-videos/.

Companies interested in participating in an upcoming NEXT technology showcase may apply to demo at https://nextmortgagenews.com/news/apply-to-demo/.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the executive mortgage summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 165 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Approximately 85-90% of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and roughly 85% of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer.

For more information visit http://www.nextmortgageconference.om/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that Capsilon, a provider of mortgage automation software, has been voted Best in Show for its presentation of Capsilon Digital Underwriter at the technology showcase at #NEXTSUMMER19, the women's executive mortgage summit that took place on Aug. 18-19, 2019.

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

Bank Execs Share the Next Generation Customer Experience at #NEXTDC19

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit and Housing Finance Strategies, a Washington, D.C.-based advisory firm, have announced that executives from Roostify, Chase Home Lending and TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank(R), will be featured speakers at #NEXTDC19, the women's executive summit focused on housing policy and fintech that takes place on November 18-19, 2019 at the Hotel Kimpton Monaco in Washington, D.C.

The case study style session "The Future is Frictionless" will focus on how two top tier lenders are using innovative technology to transform mortgage originations and the customer experience. Keosha Burns, vice president of public relations at Chase Home Lending and Lakshmi Stockham, senior vice president of technology for retail product and customer acquisition at TD Bank will headline the session moderated by Courtney Keating Chakarun, chief marketing officer for Roostify.

"The customer is the north star and our partners are leading from the front to transform home lending," said Chakarun. "I am excited to be speaking with Chase and TD Bank at #NEXTDC19, where we will share our vision for the future of customer experience."

#NEXTDC19 was created for high ranking women executives to strengthen their understanding of housing policy issues and their impact on mortgage businesses. The event includes educational sessions and roundtable discussions featuring dozens of renowned, high profile and noteworthy policy makers, executives and influencers. There will be numerous networking events. Like other NEXT events, #NEXTDC19's high-utility business content was created specifically for mortgage executives who drive business outcomes.

Discount "Early Bird" tickets for #NEXTDC19 will be available until September 20, 2019. Tickets and more information are available at https://nextdc19.splashthat.com.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 200 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Roughly 85-90% of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85% of attendees are women. For more information visit https://nextmortgagenews.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@nextmortgageevents.com.

About Housing Finance Strategies

Housing Finance Strategies is a small woman-owned business founded in 2016 to provide Strategic Advisory Services, Government and Industry Relations, Public Policy Expertise, Roundtable and Event Management and Professional Speaking Services. The firm brings 25+ years of expertise to the forefront of mortgage, including leading fintech change, advising on GSE reform and ensuring non bank readiness for regulatory oversight. For more information, visit https://housingfinancestrategies.com/ or email admin@housingfinancestrategies.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit and Housing Finance Strategies, a Washington, D.C.-based advisory firm, have announced that executives from Roostify, Chase Home Lending and TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank, will be featured speakers at #NEXTDC19, the women's executive summit focused on housing policy and fintech.

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

Surgery Center of Oklahoma Offers Procedure Financing Through MedPlan Credit

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Surgery Center of Oklahoma now offers surgical procedure financing through their financing partner, MedPlan Credit of Tulsa.

Patients now have the opportunity to apply for financing, using MedPlan's technology platform, through a link on SCOK's website or through a form on Medplan's website. Applicants are assessed and receive an immediate credit decision, followed by automated verification steps for final approval and setup.

"At Surgery Center of Oklahoma, we believe that a different approach to health care delivery is necessary, one involving transparent and direct pricing," said Dr. Keith Smith, SCOK's CEO. "Transparent, direct, package pricing means the patient knows exactly what the cost of the service will be upfront. Patients who choose Surgery Center of Oklahoma and need to finance their procedure are directed to MedPlan's online financing application. MedPlan Credit is the best we have seen at providing an easy application process and a high percentage of approved applications."

MedPlan Credit is an online lending platform dedicated to creating an easy lending process for health care consumers. Through its robust and efficient digital platform, MedPlan makes the whole lending process fast and convenient.

About Surgery Center of Oklahoma:

The Surgery Center of Oklahoma is 32,535-square-foot, state-of-the-art multispecialty facility in Oklahoma City, owned and operated by approximately 40 of the top surgeons and anesthesiologists in central Oklahoma with 112 doctors on their surgical staff. SCOK's pricing for surgical procedures are a fraction of the prices charged at nonprofit hospitals. Since SCOK controls every aspect of the facility, they are able to eliminate wasteful operating room practices while providing the very best quality care to their patients. More information is available at https://surgerycenterok.com/.

About MedPlan Credit:

MedPlan Credit partners with health care providers to offer financing for high deductibles and other out-of-pocket costs. MedPlan loans allow patients to receive health care when they need it instead of waiting until they can afford it. MedPlan offers a quick and easy application/approval process with competitive, affordable interest rates. More information is available at https://www.medplancredit.com/

Surgery Center of Oklahoma now offers surgical procedure financing through their financing partner, MedPlan Credit of Tulsa. Patients now have the opportunity to apply for financing, using MedPlan's technology platform, through a link on SCOK's website or through a form on Medplan's website.

Related link: https://surgerycenterok.com/

My Sports Vote Launches New App and Website

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Since yelling at the TV just doesn't cut it, My Sports Vote has launched a new app for enthusiastic sports fans. It allows users to have their voices heard through votes and opinions, which are shared with teams and league offices.

My Sports Vote allows MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, and NCAA fans to connect and engage with their favorite players and teams. Fans can read articles and view videos on topics they choose. Each story has a poll in which fans can vote. The app provides an excellent user experience, with a clear interface design and continually populating sports topics.

Fans are also able to comment with each other, answer trivia questions, and earn points as they interact. This gamification allows fans to move up in rankings, with the possibility of winning prizes and becoming the "ultimate sports fan."

"We found that 22% of sports fans are willing to switch teams and 30% already have in the past year," says sports writer, Dan Fergusson, "If teams don't listen to fan feedback and include them in their decision-making process, fans may not stick around for long." [*see note 1]

Fortunately, My Sports Vote is specifically designed for the purpose of connecting fans with their favorite teams. This increased engagement will not only make fans feel more connected with their teams, but also allow the teams themselves to hear the fans' voices.

The free app is available for download on the Apple and Google app stores.

About My Sports Vote (owned by Voter Connect, LLC):

The company was founded by Paul Stanley, who is a 10-year television sports broadcasting veteran. After running a billion-dollar region for a Fortune 500 company, he combined his resume skills into forming My Sports Vote. A team of app and sports experts have dedicated more than one year of development into creating this unique app and website.

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

[*note 1] Fergusson, Dan (2019, May 4th). "7 reasons why sports teams should listen to their fans." Retrieved from https://www.visioncritical.com.

For more information, contact:
Kevin vanBenthuysen
President - My Sports Vote
800-647-6008
kevin@mysportsvote.com

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Since yelling at the TV just doesn't cut it, My Sports Vote has launched a new app for enthusiastic sports fans. It allows users to have their voices heard through votes and opinions, which are shared with teams and league offices.

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

Oklahoma Soccer Association Scores New Technology Partnership with TeamSnap

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Oklahoma Soccer Association, a national state association of the United States Soccer Federation, announced today it has launched a new technology partnership with TeamSnap, the household name in integrated sports management.

As the official club and team communication application for Oklahoma Soccer Association, TeamSnap will support more than 40,000 players, coaches and volunteers across Oklahoma's 78 regional clubs.

"TeamSnap's reputation in youth sports is second to none. Many of our coaches are already using their app everyday to manage their teams," said Sid Goodrich, Executive Director, Oklahoma Soccer Association. "This new technology partnership will give our clubs full access to TeamSnap's suite of connected solutions to streamline soccer management so that we can focus our attention on player development and growing the game across our beautiful state."

"This is an exciting new partnership for TeamSnap. We are fully committed to supporting OSA in their mission to grow soccer and further develop players," said Greg Ludke, General Manager, Sports Organizations, TeamSnap. "We are looking forward to delivering a comprehensive sports management solution that empowers administrators and coaches to lead with confidence and help everyone, including players and families across Oklahoma, minimize distractions throughout the season."

As the sport management industry leader, TeamSnap supports more than 20 million users, 2 million unique teams and 19,000 clubs across 100 different sports. The company also has successful partnerships with major sports organizations across North America including Hockey Canada, Rugby NorCal, Minnesota Youth Athletic Services, Ontario Volleyball and Softball BC.

For more information, visit: https://www.teamsnap.com/oklahoma-soccer-association

About TeamSnap

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, TeamSnap has taken the organization of youth, recreational and competitive sports into the 21st century. Over 20 million coaches, administrators, players and parents use TeamSnap to sign up, schedule, communicate and coordinate everything for the team, the club and the season. For more information, visit: https://www.teamsnap.com/.

About Oklahoma Soccer Association

Since 1967, Oklahoma Soccer Association has worked to form teams, clubs, or leagues in communities throughout the state. OSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association with over 3.5 million youth players nationwide and the United States Adult Soccer Association with thousands of adult players nationwide.

Oklahoma is the national state association of the United States Soccer Federation - the national governing body for organized soccer in America and itself a member of Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) which is the governing body for soccer worldwide. Learn more at: http://www.oksoccer.com.

Twitter: @TeamSnap #TeamSnap @oksoccer_osa #OklahomaSoccer #SoccerNews

Oklahoma Soccer Association, a national state association of the United States Soccer Federation, announced today it has launched a new technology partnership with TeamSnap, the household name in integrated sports management.

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

4th Annual Joy in The Cause 5k and Fun Run in Oklahoma

TULSA, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Joy in The Cause! Announces the 2019 Joy in The Cause 5k and Fun Run, June 1 at River West Festival Park in Tulsa. This event falls on National Trails day and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate than by running the River Park Trails!

The race course follows the River Park's trail across the pedestrian bridge while viewing downtown's skyline and circles the trails back to the River West Festival Park! There will be music, food trucks, princesses and superheroes.

This race event is a family event and will include over 20 other local community non-profits for you to learn about. Your kids will receive a "race passport" and collect stamps by visiting each non-profit and be rewarded with a prize at the end of the Village of Causes.

When: June 1 at River West Festival Park
8:30 a.m. - Fun Run
9:00 a.m. - 5k
Race Day Registration opens at 7 a.m.

Where: River West Festival Park
2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107

Why: This 5k and Fun Run is an annual fundraiser for 501(c)(3) nonprofit, "Joy in The Cause!"

Visit http://joyinthecause.org/ for more information on the charity.

Race prizes will be given to the top 3 runners of each age bracket. The top male and female overall 5k winners will win big prizes from some of our Sponsorship Partners. And don't forget when you sign up you can add that one of a kind custom cuff from our Sponsorship partner Rustic Cuff.

Joy in The Cause! Announces the 2019 Joy in The Cause 5k and Fun Run, June 1 at River West Festival Park in Tulsa. This event falls on National Trails day and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate than by running the River Park Trails.

Related link: http://joyinthecause.org/

The Junior Women’s Association Is Hosting Their 5th Annual Derby Dash 5K

TULSA, Okla /ScoopCloud/ -- Join us Friday, May 10 at River West Festival Park as the Junior Women's Association of the Tulsa Boys' Home will be hosting their first ever 5k night race with food, music and fun after! The 5k walk/run is sure to be entertaining for the whole family, including your fury loved ones. Proceeds from the event will help pay for food, clothing, and other day-to-day living expenses for the young boys residing at Tulsa Boys' Home in their pursuit of a better life.

Registration options include a 5k and a 1 mile Fun Run. The 5k will be $30 ($25 for 12 and under) and the fun run will be $15 ($10 for 12 and under). Registration may be completed online or in person before races begin. All registrations completed within a reasonable timeframe before the event will be guaranteed an event shirt.

To register for this year's Tulsa Boys' Home 5K Derby Dash, please visit: http://tbhjuniorwomen.com/fundraisers/tbh-5k/ or contact jwaderbydash@gmail.com

Tulsa Boys' Home helps 11 to 18-year-old boys with emotional, behavioral, and substance abuse problems, and houses 64 boys a day, 365 days a year. TBH is a Tulsa Area United Way Partner Agency located in west Tulsa County on 160 acres at 2727 S. 137th W. Avenue in Sand Springs. For more information about Tulsa Boys' Home or to schedule a tour, visit their website at https://www.tulsaboyshome.org/.

The Junior Women Association was formed in 1938, for the purpose of contributing to the mental and physical well-being of the boys. They have given of their love, time, talents, and resources for many years.

In the 1950s, they organized a Christmas card sales program that continues today. Through fundraisers, the Junior Women contribute in a variety of significant ways, providing food and clothing, organizing holiday parties, and hand-picking gifts for TBH boys, visiting the lodges once a month for special activities and/or outings, and more. Some of the activities include pumpkin carving, holiday decorating, sporting events, bowling, and many other activities. The Junior Women's Association of the Tulsa Boys' Home hosted the first Derby Dash (5K) in 2015. The run took place on beautiful morning at Turkey Mountain. The turnout was beyond amazing - so we've decided to continue the tradition For more information about the Junior Women's Association, please see their website - http://tbhjuniorwomen.com/ - or visit their Facebook page.

Join us Friday, May 10 at River West Festival Park as the Junior Women's Association of the Tulsa Boys' Home will be hosting their first ever 5k night race with food, music and fun after! The 5k walk/run is sure to be entertaining for the whole family, including your fury loved ones.

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

NEXT Wins PROGRESS in Lending Innovations Award

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator NEXT women's mortgage tech summit, has announced that it was named a winner of the Innovations Award from PROGRESS in Lending Association.

PROGRESS in Lending named the Innovations award winners at its ninth annual namesake event. Winners were selected based on the innovation's overall industry significance, the originality of the innovation, the positive change the innovation made possible, the intangible efficiencies gained as a result of the innovation, and the hard cost and time savings that the innovation enables industry participants to achieve. All applications were scored on a weighted scale.

NEXT, the mortgage industry's only technology-centric summit for women executives, was selected for this award based on several unique contributions to the mortgage space:
* NEXT expands the industry-wide visibility allotted to accomplished women mortgage executives
* NEXT is the only open event that provides competitive intel directly from executives currently employed at mortgage lending institutions
* NEXT's effective networking environment has yielded millions of dollars in technology sales, partnerships, and promotions in just over one year.

NEXT is a biannual technology summit for senior executives in mortgage lending. It features lender-centric educational content, technology showcases and meetings, and numerous networking events. Pre-registration for the August 2019 event is currently open to NEXT VIPs. Registration will open to the general public in April.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives.

A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 200 attendees, and targets a select group of decision-making executives. Roughly 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer.

For more information:
Visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/ - or follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of the NEXT women's mortgage tech summit, has announced that it was named a winner of the Innovations Award from PROGRESS in Lending Association.

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

NEXT Mortgage Conference Announces Summer Dates: Aug. 26-27, 2019

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of the NEXT women's mortgage tech summit, has announced its summer 2019 event dates. The event, hashtagged #NEXTSummer19, will take place Aug. 26-27, 2019 at The Gwen Hotel in Chicago. Registration will open to the public in April 2019.

NEXT is a biannual technology summit for senior executives in mortgage lending. It features lender-centric educational content, with sessions that cover topics such as compliance, production, sales, corporate culture, marketing and operations, among others. In addition to educational content, each NEXT event includes technology showcases and meetings where lender executives can learn about new products and services, and numerous networking events.

The event is held twice a year to accommodate its growing demographic and attendee base, while maintaining the intimate, boutique size that is conducive to its unique networking footprint.

"Hosting NEXT in a luxe new venue in a world class city adds to the many factors that make NEXT such a hit with our attendees," said Jeri Yoshida, co-founder of NEXT. "Already nearly two dozen lenders have pre-registered to attend NEXT in Chicago this August."

Priority pre-registration is currently open. NEXT is encouraging its VIP attendees to reserve their spaces before registration goes on sale to the general public, as it anticipates the event will reach capacity well in advance of the August dates.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:
In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives.

A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 200 attendees, and targets a select group of decision-making executives. Roughly 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer. For more information visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator of the NEXT women's mortgage tech summit, has announced its summer 2019 event dates. The event, hashtagged #NEXTSummer19, will take place Aug. 26-27, 2019 at The Gwen Hotel in Chicago. Registration will open to the public in April 2019.

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

ReverseVision Voted ‘Best in Show’ by Attendees of NEXT Women’s Mortgage Event in February

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that ReverseVision has been voted Best in Show for the live technology showcase at its February 2019 technology conference. This distinction is awarded to the technology showcase participant that presented the most compelling solution, as determined by attendee vote.

Seven technology providers participated in the live technology showcase. ReverseVision's VP of sales and marketing, Wendy Peel and her colleague, product manager Jason Price, participated by presenting the company's RV Sales Accelerator (RVSA). RVSA is the only calculator in lending that compares how a HECM (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage) performs against traditional mortgage products (fixed, variable, HELOC), based on a borrower's unique financial circumstances.

Designed to help senior borrowers, RVSA enables the lender to quickly and easily evaluate which loan product best suits the borrower's current and future financial goals.

Nearly 200 women executives attended the February NEXT mortgage event, which was held on February 7-8, 2019 at Hotel ZaZa in Dallas, Texas. Voting took place through the event's official mobile application.

"A lot of executives come to NEXT specifically to discover new technology," said Molly Dowdy, co-founder of NEXT. "ReverseVision showed how their technology can help open new revenue opportunities for mortgage lenders, and as the vote indicates, that really seemed to resonate with attendees. We congratulate the entire team at ReverseVision."

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:
In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 165 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Approximately 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and roughly 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer.

For more information visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/ and follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that ReverseVision has been voted Best in Show for the live technology showcase at its February 2019 technology conference. This distinction is awarded to the technology showcase participant that presented the most compelling solution, as determined by attendee vote.

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

NEXT and Global DMS Partner to Raise Funds for Girls Inc. of Tarrant County

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator NEXT women's mortgage tech summit and Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based valuation management software, have announced that they partnered to create a fundraising event that raised over $2,700 for Girls Inc. of Tarrant County.

The Global DMS-sponsored fundraising event took place at NEXT women's mortgage technology summit on February 8, 2019 at Hotel Zaza in Dallas, Texas. Together with Girls Inc. of Tarrant County, NEXT and Global DMS set a goal of raising $2,000 in personal donations from the nearly 200 women executives who attended. That goal was exceeded in less than one hour. In total, Girls Inc. of Tarrant County received $2,770 from 46 individual donations.

"Our attendees' donations exceeded the $2,000 goal 10 minutes after the event started. We finished at almost 50 percent over the original goal," said NEXT co-founder Jeri Yoshida. "Our charity event is always a big hit with attendees. It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of giving when you're among so many accomplished women executives truly enjoying the experience of giving back."

"We are honored to have teamed with NEXT and participated in such a worthy fundraising endeavor supporting Girls Inc.," said Jody Collup, CMO and director of operations at Global DMS. "The donations received at the summit in such a short period of time speaks volumes about the Girls Inc. program, NEXT attendees and the spirit of the overall event."

The mission of Girls Inc. is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Girls Inc. of Tarrant County equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow up healthy, educated, and independent. Girls build confidence and embrace positive decision-making to take charge of their health and wellbeing, and achieve academic, personal, and career goals.

"We are so grateful for the overwhelming support Girls Inc. received from the NEXT attendees," said Valerie Salter, director of volunteers and special events for Girls Inc. of Tarrant County.

"It means so much to our girls to know they have female executives in their corner who are willing to invest in their bright futures."

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 200 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Roughly 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer.

For more information visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

About Global DMS:

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, Global DMS is a leading provider of cloud-based commercial and residential real estate valuation solutions catering to lenders, servicers, AMCs, appraisers and other real estate entities. The company's solution set is cost effectively delivered on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) transactional basis that ensures compliance adherence, reduces costs, increases efficiencies and expedites the entire real estate appraisal process.

The company's solutions include its new EVO-Commercial (EVO-C) platform for commercial lending, eTrac valuation management platform for residential lending, eTrac WebForms, Global Kinex, AVMs, the MISMO Appraisal Review System (MARS), AMC State Regulations, ATOM (Appraisal Tracking on Mobile), and AMCmatch.com.

For more information, visit the company's web site https://www.globaldms.com/ or call (877) 866-2747.

#NEXTMortgageEvents #GlobalDMS #GirlsInc

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, creator NEXT women's mortgage tech summit and Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based valuation management software, have announced that they partnered to create a fundraising event that raised over $2,700 for Girls Inc. of Tarrant County.

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

Newman Intervention Services Fully Completes LegitScript Addiction Treatment Certification

MCALESTER, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Robert "Bobby" Newman announces that his company Newman Intervention Services has just achieved full certification from LegitScript. This certification means that any family or individual looking for help for an addicted loved one can trust that Newman Intervention Services has fully passed the rigorous requirements for legality, safety and transparency established by LegitScript.

LegitScript was founded to provide the public with a way to determine if an online service or product provider meets this company's stringent accountability requirements. This certification has become particularly vital for families trying to navigate the bewildering world of drug rehabilitation and related services. A LegitScript certification means that families contacting Newman Interventions for help for an addicted loved one can do so with confidence.

Entities allied with or utilizing the services of LegitScript include:
* National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers
* National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse
* The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
* National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
* US Food and Drug Administration's Office of Criminal Investigations
* Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies
* Facebook
* Google
* Bing
* Visa

With this addiction treatment certification, Newman Intervention Services can answer the calls of families who have been unable to convince an addicted loved one to accept an offer of rehabilitation. The immediate services of Newman Interventions can turn a catastrophic situation into one of hope and salvation.

"I'm pleased to join the growing number of rehabilitation facilities and supporting organizations that have achieved this certification," said Newman. "As more groups become certified, families have a longer list of trustworthy resources they can turn to when their need becomes urgent."

LegitScript supplies the "trust factor" for anyone working with online service providers. When it comes to seeking help for a loved one struggling with addiction, the difference between choosing a trustworthy addiction treatment provider and one that is not trustworthy can be life or death.

About Newman Intervention Services:

In 2016, Robert Newman founded Newman Intervention Services to help families in crisis by managing their addicted loved ones' arrivals in drug rehabilitation. He currently travels all over the United States and internationally to aid in ending the conflict, trauma and loss that accompanies addiction to drugs or alcohol. Prior to founding Newman Intervention Services, Newman spent the prior 15 years working in addiction recovery and prevention, educating more than 135,000 people on the life-threatening danger of drug or alcohol use.

To learn more about the services Newman Intervention Services offers, call 866-989-4499 or visit: https://www.newmaninterventions.com/.

Robert "Bobby" Newman announces that his company Newman Intervention Services has just achieved full certification from LegitScript. This certification means that any family or individual looking for help for an addicted loved one can trust that Newman Intervention Services has fully passed the rigorous requirements for legality, safety and transparency established by LegitScript.

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

NEXT™ Mortgage Events Selects Advisory Board

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced the selection of the NEXT Advisory Board, a group of eight top mortgage industry executives. NEXT Advisory Board members were selected to advise event organizers on content, assuring that all sessions continue to address the needs of women executives at mortgage lending institutions and GSEs.

Members of the NEXT Advisory Board include C-suite and senior executives. They represent mortgage lenders of all sizes, as well as the GSEs:
* Suzy Lindblom, EVP National Operations, Planet Home Lending
* Barbara Yolles, Chief Strategy Officer, The Money Source
* Cerita Battles, Senior Vice President and Head of Retail Diverse Segments,
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
* Tina Khartami, Technology Sales Manager, Freddie Mac
* Erica Price, Chief of Mortgage Operations, Cardinal Financial Company
* Julie Lane, SVP, Digital Strategy & Marketing, Freedom Mortgage
* Diana McKeever, VP, Technology Product Manager, PrimeLending
* Melissa Williams, Head of Operations, SD Capital Funding.

"NEXT's high value content is our identifier, and our Advisory Board's input will assure we continue delivering competitive intel that elevates companies and changes careers," said Jeri Yoshida, co-founder of NEXT Mortgage Events. "We are thrilled that, ultimately, it's NEXT attendees who will benefit from our collaboration with the smartest, most knowledgeable, and most insightful team of eight executives I'm sure anyone has ever seen in our industry."

NEXT's 2019 winter conference takes place February 7-8, 2019 at Hotel ZaZa in Dallas. Guests may pre-register at https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 165 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives.

Approximately 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and roughly 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer. For more information visit NEXTMortgageConference.com, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced the selection of the NEXT Advisory Board, a group of eight top mortgage industry executives. NEXT Advisory Board members were selected to advise event organizers on content, assuring that all sessions continue to address the needs of women executives at mortgage lending institutions and GSEs.

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

Oklahoma Children’s Theatre announce 2018-2019 Season

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Oklahoma Children's Theatre, the first and largest Theatre for Young Audiences in the state, is proud to announce their 31st Season! We will kick off our season in October, 2018, with a limited run of "Night of the Living Dead."

The 1968 black and white, B-movie horror classic brought to life (figuratively speaking)! Full of thrills, chills, and dark satire. A co-production with our Young Company, NofLD performances are Fridays and Saturday night October 19 - 27, 2018. This production is not suitable for children under 10 years of age.

Junie B. Jones, first-Grader, is super-excited to be returning for her 6th year at OCT, November 26 - December 16 in "Junie B Jones in Jingle Bells Batman Smells." Too bad tattletale May will be there to ruin all her fun. So when Junie B. draws May's name for Secret Santa, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson! But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves?

The time-honored story of a little duck that just doesn't fit in, "The Ugly Duckling," learns through a series of adventures to appreciate his uniqueness and finally views himself as a very special duck. Appropriate for age 3 and above February 15 - March 1.

March 21 through April 4 a traditional storyteller reading from his all too well-known book of "Sleeping Beauty" is quickly usurped by the story's feisty villain, the evil Griselda. With a magical spell, she literally turns back the hands of time to show what really happened. Appropriate for ages 5 and above.

More fairy tale disruption is on its way April 19 thru May 3 with "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales." In this adaptation of Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith's quintessential children's book of fractured fairy tales, everything from "Chicken Little" to "The Gingerbread Man" gets a complete makeover. Appropriate for 5 and above.

These great shows will be followed closely by our summertime co-productions with our Young Company. Titles and dates to be announced.

Tickets to all of the shows are available on our website https://www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org/ or by calling our box office at 405-951-0011, Tuesday - Friday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Ticket prices are $11 for Adults, $9 for Children & Students. Group rate are available. Or purchase our annual pass a "membership" - $135 for 4 admissions to all shows for a calendar year.

Oklahoma Children's Theatre is located on the east side of the Oklahoma City University campus at NW 25th and Blackwelder. For more information please call the box office or our business office at 405-606-7003.

Learn more about the Oklahoma Children's Theatre 2018-19 season at: https://www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org/content/2018-2019-season.

Oklahoma Children's Theatre, the first and largest Theatre for Young Audiences in the state, is proud to announce their 31st Season! We will kick off our season in October, 2018, with a limited run of 'Night of the Living Dead.'

Related link: https://oklahomachildrenstheatre.org/

Credit Plus, DocMagic, Home Captain and Snapdocs Lead Fundraiser, Raising $1,500 for Girls Inc. Dallas at NEXT Women’s Mortgage Event

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that mortgage industry technology providers Credit Plus, DocMagic, Home Captain and Snapdocs collaborated as key benefactors in a charity effort that raised $1,500 for Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas. Numerous NEXT attendees joined these companies in supporting the organization by making personal donations.

The NEXT/Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas charity effort took place on June 21, 2018 during the official networking party at NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women executives. NEXT's June 2018 event was held at Hotel ZaZa in Uptown Dallas. Over 150 women executives in mortgage lending attended.

"Girls Inc. wish lists contain games and craft supplies totaling $1,500. Our goal was to sponsor an entire list and our sponsors and attendees made that happen," said NEXT co-founder Jeri Yoshida. "For many NEXT attendees, giving back is a normal part of their lives. It's great to see these accomplished women executives bonding as they're giving back, together."

Girls Inc. Dallas was originally established as Girls Club of Dallas as a response to the needs of low-income, inner city girls in the community. Since then, Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas has provided high quality afterschool and summer programs for girls ages six to 18 from low-income communities in Dallas County. Learn more at: https://girlsincdallas.org/.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers that limit women's access to competitive intel and networking-based information exchange, when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage technology summit for women. NEXT is a two-day, tech-focused symposium based on lenders sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique gathering, each NEXT event is limited to 165 attendees, and targets a select group of decision making executives. Approximately 85-90 percent of lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and roughly 85 percent of attendees are women. NEXT is held twice a year, in winter and summer.

For more information visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that mortgage industry technology providers Credit Plus, DocMagic, Home Captain and Snapdocs collaborated as key benefactors in a charity effort that raised $1,500 for Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas.

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

NEXT Mortgage Conference Announces ‘NEXT Who’s Who’ Winners

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of NEXT, the mortgage technology conference for women, has announced the winners of the inaugural NEXT Who's Who list.

The NEXT Who's Who recognizes NEXT conference attendees who are demonstrating leadership in the mortgage industry. Winners are chosen by attendee vote. More than 70 percent of NEXT's inaugural conference attendees participated by naming up to three attendees.

The NEXT Who's Who is different from other industry awards in that:
* Winners are selected by peers, based on factors like their knowledge, insight, presence, communication, experience and commitment to the industry
* The NEXT Who's Who does not call for official nominations, thus there is no marketing or PR to sway voters
* Any NEXT attendee is eligible, regardless of age, time in industry, position or other factors.

Receiving the most votes was first place winner Cerita Battles, senior vice president and head of retail diverse segments at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Battles was a featured speaker on "Technology and the Borrower Experience," a session that was presented on Thursday, January 18, 2018, the first day of the conference.

While the list was created to name three professionals, second place involved a three-way tie between Julie Lane, SVP Digital Strategy and Marketing at Freedom Mortgage; Crystal Sumner, Head of Legal at Blend; and Jennifer Parker, General Manager of Digital Mortgage Solutions at Notarize. Lane and Sumner participated on the "Technology and the Borrower Experience" session. Parker presented a in the technology showcase for Notarize, winner of the technology demo Best in Show competition, which was also decided by attendee vote.

"The NEXT Who's Who are selected by NEXT attendees based on how nominees demonstrate their leadership at the conference," said Molly Dowdy, NEXT co-founder. "We're pleased, but not surprised, that so many attendees participated, and are honored to have Cerita, Julie, Crystal and Jennifer as our inaugural NEXT Who's Who winners."

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:
NEXT Mortgage Events LLC is the creator of NEXT, the first women's mortgage technology conference and expo. NEXT features informational tech-focused talks, a fast-paced tech demonstration showcase, a product-focused exposition hall and well-organized networking events - all in a comfortable environment catering to the accomplished woman executive.

NEXT's inaugural event took place January 18-19, 2018 at the InterContinental Dallas.

For more information visit NEXTMortgageConference.com follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

*Web Photo Caption: NEXT Who's Who winners for January 2018 are Cerita Battles, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage; Julie Lane, Freedom Mortgage; Crystal Sumner, Blend; Jennifer Parker, Notarize.

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of NEXT, the mortgage technology conference for women, has announced the winners of the inaugural 2018 NEXT Who's Who list. More than 70 percent of NEXT's inaugural conference attendees participated by naming up to three attendees.

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

Pavaso Leads Charity Effort Benefitting Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas at NEXT Mortgage Conference

EDMOND, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- NEXT Mortgage Events LLC, a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that Pavaso, a mortgage industry leader in eClosing and consumer management technology solutions, led a charity effort that raised over $2,200 for Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas, at NEXT, the mortgage industry's only technology-centric conference for women executives.

This fundraising event took place on January 18, 2018 during the post-session networking party at NEXT's inaugural conference, which hosted nearly 200 women executives in mortgage lending.

Pavaso was the premier sponsor of the charity activity. Other participating companies included WeGoLook, an online platform for ordering on-site inspections; LoanScorecard, a provider of automated underwriting and loan pricing solutions; SimpleNexus, provider of mobile solutions that bring together mortgage loan originators, real estate professionals, and mortgage customers; Docutech, a provider of document, compliance and eClose technology for mortgage, home equity and consumer lending; and BombBomb, provider of an easy-to-use, low cost, video email system.

"We were extremely excited to participate in and sponsor such an impactful charitable organization, whose mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold," said Nancy Pratt, Vice President of Partner Relations and Government Affairs at Pavaso. "It was an honor to help support, empower, and motivate these young girls to strive towards their goals and pursue the career of their dreams."

"One of NEXT's defining qualities is the meaningful experience we deliver - involving a charity activity is part of that," said Molly Dowdy, co-founder of NEXT. "We're so happy to have provided our attendees with the opportunity meet other accomplished mortgage executives while giving back."

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

NEXT Mortgage Events LLC is the creator of NEXT, the first bi-annual women's mortgage technology conference and expo. NEXT features informational tech-focused talks, a fast-paced tech demonstration showcase, a product-focused exposition hall and well-organized networking events - all in a comfortable environment catering to the accomplished woman executive. NEXT's inaugural event took place January 18-19, 2018 at the InterContinental Dallas. The second event will take place in June 2018.

For more information visit https://www.nextmortgageconference.com/, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

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NEXT Mortgage Events LLC ('NEXT'), a creator of events for women mortgage executives, has announced that Pavaso, a mortgage industry leader in eClosing and consumer management technology solutions, led a charity effort that raised over $2,200 for Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas, at NEXT, the mortgage industry's only technology-centric conference for women executives.

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Southeastern Oklahoma’s Brewer Realty Group Welcomes Brian Allen, Ashley McCain and Olivia Booth to Its Growing Team of Real Estate Agents

DURANT, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Brewer Realty Group, a fast-growing, local real estate group started in 2013, announces the addition of Brian Allen, Ashley McCain and Olivia Booth to its Durant, Oklahoma team of REALTORS(R).

In a little over four years, Brewer Realty Group has grown rapidly, and in spite of increased competition and changes within the local housing market, Brewer Realty Group has continued to attract the attention of the local community it serves by luring the "best in the business" to their group.

Brian Allen is a homegrown product of Durant, Okla. and is well known in the local real estate community as a trusted resource. Allen is recognized for his passion for learning and genuine support of others while bringing a peace of mind to home sellers and buyers through open and honest communication, a genuine desire to serve and an unbridled enthusiasm - guiding principles for Allen and the reason for his successful career.

"I am thrilled to be joining one of the most successful and well-respected real estate groups in Durant," said Allen. "I chose to come to Brewer Realty Group because of their incredible reach across the region, their desire to sacrificially serve their customers, and the high caliber talent of my colleagues. I look forward serving alongside like-minded high integrity agents. I decided to bring it home to Brewer!"

Ashley McCain discovered the community of Durant, Oklahoma during her collegiate years at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. It was there she met the love of her life Brandon whom she would marry and raise her young daughter Sophia. McCain's personal experience with a real estate agent when she was buying her first home was a catalyst for her decision to offer the same kind of dedication to her clients as a real estate associate.

"I was inspired to pursue a position in real estate because of the experience we had when buying our first home in Dallas," said McCain. "Our realtor patiently walked us through every step of buying and selling, taking time along the way to educate us and make sure that we were well-informed. It was clear to us that he cared about our best interests, and this left a very positive impression. This kind of dedication is exactly what I will strive to provide."

Olivia Booth is proud to say she has lived in Durant since childhood. She grew up in Durant completing High School at Victory Life Academy and graduating from Southeastern Oklahoma State University with her Bachelor's degree. Everyone who knows her can tell you she loves Durant and its surrounding communities.

"Working in real estate has been a dream of mine since I was young and I am very excited to be a part of the buying and selling process to fit all your personal needs," Booth said. "I am a big family girl and have three precious daughters and a wonderful husband. I am passionate, outgoing and love all things real estate. I will do whatever I can to get you into your dream home. Let's get started!"

A Closer Look at Brewer Realty Group:

Brewer Realty Group - founded in 2013 - is located in Durant, Oklahoma. Brewer Realty Group is a local company with local roots and great knowledge of the real estate industry in Durant and the surrounding areas. They serve all of the Southern Oklahoma areas and specialize in different types of properties; resale, new construction, ranch and land, lake homes, foreclosures or luxury.

Driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation, Brewer Realty Group has positioned itself as one of the leading real estate groups committed to informing and building a better community together.

To learn more about Brewer Realty Group or to hire one of their fabulous agents on your next real estate transaction, visit http://brewerrealtyok.com/ or call 580-745-9499.

Media Contact:
Brian Allen
Brewer Realty Group
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580-980-4226

Brewer Realty Group, a fast-growing, local real estate group started in 2013, announces the addition of Brian Allen, Ashley McCain and Olivia Booth to its Durant, Oklahoma team of REALTORS. Brewer Realty Group has continued to attract the attention of the local community it serves by luring the "best in the business" to their group.

Related link: http://brewerrealtyok.com/