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163 New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Project Reports – June 2021 Recap

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- SalesLeads announced today the June 2021 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 163 new projects in the Industrial Manufacturing sector.

The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

:: Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Type

Manufacturing/Production Facilities - 150 New Projects

Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 76 New Projects

:: Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Scope/Activity

New Construction - 52 New Projects

Expansion - 56 New Projects

Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 75 New Projects

Plant Closings - 6 New Projects

:: Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Location(Top 10 States)

California - 14
Ohio - 14
South Carolina- 10
Texas - 9
Virginia - 9
Indiana - 8
Michigan - 8
New York - 7
Pennsylvania - 7
Wisconsin - 7

:: Largest Planned Project

During the month of June, our research team identified 15 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by First Solar, who is planning to invest $680 million for the expansion of their manufacturing facility in LAKE TOWNSHIP, OH by 2 million sf. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in late 2021, with completion slated for 2023.

:: Top 10 Tracked Industrial Manufacturing Projects

OHIO:
Biotechnology company is planning to invest $365 million for the construction of a 270,000 sf processing facility in NEW ALBANY, OH. Construction is expected to start in Fall 2021.

MISSOURI:
Semiconductor products mfr. is planning to invest $210 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in O FALLON, MO. Completion is slated for late 2021.

QUEBEC:
Electric vehicle mfr. is planning to invest $185 million for the construction of a battery manufacturing facility in MIRABEL, QC. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for Fall 2022.

TEXAS:
Specialty molded-fiber products mfr. is planning to invest $150 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in LUFKIN, TX. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2023

INDIANA:
Pharmaceutical glass container mfr. is planning to invest $145 million for the construction of a 370,000 sf office and manufacturing facility in FISHERS, IN. They have recently received approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in late 2021, with completion slated for 2023.

SOUTH CAROLINA:
Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $118 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades of their manufacturing facility in RIDGEVILLE, SC.

DELAWARE:
Pharmaceutical company is planning for the construction of a 1.74 million sf manufacturing complex at 1091 Industrial Dr. in MIDDLETOWN, DE. Construction is expected to start in 2022 and will occur in multiple phases. Completion is slated for 2024.

WASHINGTON:
Medical equipment mfr. is planning to invest $92 million for a 50,000 sf expansion and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in SPOKANE, WA. Completion is slated for late 2024.

GEORGIA:
Fuel cell mfr. is planning to invest $84 million for the construction of a processing facility in KINGSLAND, GA. They have recently received approval for the project.

MICHIGAN:
Automotive components mfr. is planning to invest $51 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a 210,000 sf manufacturing facility at 1400 Rochester Rd. in TROY, MI. They have recently received approval for the project.

Since 1959, SalesLeads, based out of Jacksonville, FL has been providing Industrial Project Reports on companies that are planning significant capital investments in their industrial facilities throughout North America. Our professional research team identifies new construction, expansion, relocation, major renovation, equipment upgrades, and plant closing project opportunities so that our clients can focus sales and marketing resources on the target accounts that have an impending need for their products, services, and indirect materials.

Each month, our team provides hundreds of industrial reports within a variety of industries, including:
* Industrial Manufacturing
* Plastics
* Food and Beverage
* Metals
* Power Generation
* Pulp Paper and Wood
* Oil and Gas
* Mining and Aggregates
* Chemical
* Research and Development
* Distribution and Supply Chain
* Pipelines
* Pharmaceutical
* Misc. Industrial Buildings
* Waste Water Treatment
* Data Centers

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847-312-1367

News from SalesLeads Inc.

SalesLeads announced today the June 2021 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity.

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

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Free Online Scientology Courses in 18 Languages Can Help Mentors Equip Youth for Success

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- For UN World Youth Skills Day, celebrated July 15, the Church of Scientology International provides skills training resources for mentors, nonprofits and community programs to help youth improve their ability to learn new skills and survive in today's competitive and challenging world. These are available free of charge on the Scientology website at Scientology.org/courses.

According to the United Nations, youth employment fell 8.7 percent in 2020, and "young people aged 15-24 have been even more severely affected by the COVID-19 crisis than adults." This underscores the importance of World Youth Skills Day, celebrated annually since 2014.

In alignment with the purpose of this UN day, to "celebrate the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship," the Church of Scientology International shares this free training. Available in 18 languages, these courses are based on technology developed by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard to improve the quality of life.

Youth face different challenges in developing countries than those living in centers of commerce and industry, but no matter the culture or environment, these are basic skills to help youth succeed.

Each is introduced with a brief video that previews the skills covered in the course.

They can be viewed on the Scientology website, Scientology.org/courses, and the Scientology Network at Scentology.tv.

There are 19 courses in all on the Scientology website, but those that relate most to forwarding the goals of World Youth Skills Day cover:
* How to learn, understand and successfully apply the skills of any subject
* The exact formula of successful communication and how to vastly improve the ability to communicate with anyone
* Tools for the workplace to help overcome exhaustion and regain enthusiasm for work
* How to set targets and achieve goals
* How to organize any activity for success
* Precise formulas to follow to improve conditions in any aspect of work or life
* How to discover the real reason behind failure and turn it around
* The key to gaining support from others for ideas and endeavors

Students move through courses at their own pace. Course materials are also integrated within the online course, and all are available free of charge. Anyone needing assistance with course assignments is welcome to contact the online course supervisor using a "Need help?" button.

"The Tools for the Workplace course was a great experience," wrote one student on completion of the course. "It was certainly a powerful read. It helped me realize that I could very easily overcome confusion, and better familiarize myself with and utilize any kind of machine or object I may be working with."

The Communication Course helped another student learn to "look for signs in other people that say they don't understand, and how to communicate properly so they will understand... So many people think that if they're talking, they're communicating, but there's so much more to it."

"Now I have much more understanding of my working environment and I can also help others," said yet another student.

Each of these courses on Scientology.org is based on technology developed by L. Ron Hubbard for bringing about positive change in the conditions of an individual's life. None of these courses depend on beliefs or faith. In Scientology, the emphasis is squarely on an exact application of its principles toward the improvement of one's life and the world in which we live.

The founder of the Scientology religion is L. Ron Hubbard and Mr. David Miscavige is the religion's ecclesiastical leader.

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*Caption: For World Youth Skills Day, the Church of Scientology offers free online training to those helping youth learn the skills they need to succeed.

News from Church of Scientology International

For UN World Youth Skills Day, celebrated July 15, the Church of Scientology International provides skills training resources for mentors, nonprofits and community programs to help youth improve their ability to learn new skills and survive in today's competitive and challenging world. These are available free of charge on the Scientology website at Scientology.org/courses.

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

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Kalyagen Announces Release of Free eBook on How to Optimize Health Using Stem Cells

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Kalyagen® has announced the release and availability of a free eBook, "The Stemregen Effect - Tapping into the Power of Your Own Stem Cells," which provides an overview of how stem cells are the body's repair system and how STEMREGEN®, a natural stem cell enhancer, has been documented to increase the number of circulating stem cells by stimulating Endogenous Stem Cell Mobilization (ESCM).

"Supporting stem cell physiology is a new paradigm in health and wellness," said Christian Drapeau, CEO and Chief Scientist of Kalyagen®. "The latest scientific evidence indicates that this may very well be the best strategy to assist the body in regaining and maintaining optimal health."

The link between a lower number of circulating stem cells and the development of age-related diseases has been well-studied with numerous degenerative conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, pulmonary diseases, erectile dysfunction, and kidney disease. Increasing the number of circulating stem cells has been documented to enhance tissue repair or improve the course of disease formation in cases of acute myocardial infarction and many other degenerative conditions.

"Kalyagen has been inundated with questions regarding the stem cell repair system and how STEMREGEN naturally helps the body to release stems cells," said Herbert Dogan, CMO of Kalyagen®. "We are pleased to announce the release of our new publication which helps to answer all of these questions."

The eBook is available for download for free at https://www.kalyagen.com/the-stemregen-effect/.

STEMREGEN® is a unique and patent-pending blend of proprietary plant-based extracts documented to support ESCM and increase the number of circulating stem cells, supporting the natural ability of the body to repair and stay healthy. Ingredients in STEMREGEN® have been investigated in more than eight clinical studies for their effect on stem cell function, of which five were randomized, double- blind, placebo-controlled human clinical trials. STEMREGEN® has wide application in antiaging and overall health maintenance.

About Kalyagen

Kalyagen® was founded by Christian Drapeau, author of the bestseller Cracking the Stem Cell Code. Kalyagen® is a leader in the research and development of natural products aimed at supporting stem cell function of the body. Stem cells constitute the natural repair system of the body, and stem cell enhancers have been documented to strongly contribute to improving health and quality of life. STEMREGEN® is the first product developed by Kalyagen®. STEMREGEN® is a unique blend of proprietary plant-based extracts documented to support Endogenous Stem Cell Mobilization and provide other health benefits.

For more information, please visit our Website: https://www.kalyagen.com/

MEDIA CONTACT:

Biomics, LLC (dba Kalyagen®)

Herbert Dogan, Chief Marketing Officer (310-433-8072), hgd@kalyagen.com

Social media: @kalyagen #stemthetideoftime #stemthetide #thestemregeneffect

Disclaimer: None of the statements contained in this press release have been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The products and information in the release are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

News from Kalyagen

Kalyagen® has announced the release and availability of a free eBook, "The Stemregen Effect - Tapping into the Power of Your Own Stem Cells," which provides an overview of how stem cells are the body's repair system and how STEMREGEN®, a natural stem cell enhancer, has been documented to increase the number of circulating stem cells by stimulating Endogenous Stem Cell Mobilization (ESCM).

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

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SimuTech Group Announces Territory Expansion Offering Ansys Software and Support to All of US and Canada

ROCHESTER, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- SimuTech Group, an Ansys Elite Channel Partner, is excited to announce their sales territory expansion for Ansys simulation software in the entire United States and Canada. Ansys is the gold standard of multi-physics engineering simulation software. Their software enables product design and analysis in a virtual environment, allowing companies to improve time-to-market, lower development costs, and fulfill critical product promises.

Headquartered in Rochester, NY, SimuTech Group is a privately held, woman-owned business. Their mission is to offer partnership and engineering expertise, through Ansys simulation products, support, training, consulting, and physical testing services. As of June 2021, SimuTech Group is now able to bring their expertise and product knowledge of Ansys software to customers throughout the U.S. and Canada - now including California, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

"We have been striving to expand our sales territory, and into California in particular, for many years. We are eager to bring our top ranking Ansys SimuTech Support throughout the U.S. and Canada. SimuTech Group has experienced tremendous growth over the last five years and this expansion is another exciting step for us on our growth path. I am excited to see where our long-standing partnership with Ansys takes us in the years to come," says Rick James, CEO SimuTech Group.

SimuTech Group has maintained a long and successful history in California providing industry leading consulting and physical test services. Californian's can now depend on SimuTech Group for best-in-class Ansys software as well as associated support, training, consulting, and physical testing services.

"We are thrilled to announce our expansion into the entire United States, especially California where we see a lot of opportunity to help both established and Startup customers realize the positive business outcomes that come through simulation," said Brent Mattson, SimuTech Group's Vice President of Sales.

To learn more about how SimuTech Group can help your company solve your engineering challenges, visit https://simutechgroup.com/.

ABOUT SIMUTECH GROUP:

SimuTech Group has over 38 years of experience inspiring clients to push the boundaries of innovation and deliver transformational products. SimuTech Group is the trusted advisor to over 3,000 clients who helps Ansys clients gain insight to improve product efficiency, reliability, and performance through a full-service approach from sales to support. Their team of engineering experts can help your problem-solve your Ansys challenges and move your projects forward. For more information on simulation offerings and capabilities please contact SimuTech Group.

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT
Morgan Reddy
Marketing Manager, SimuTech Group
585-666-3730
marketing@simutechgroup.com

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimuTechGroup

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News from SimuTech Group

SimuTech Group, an Ansys Elite Channel Partner, is excited to announce their sales territory expansion for Ansys simulation software in the entire United States and Canada. Ansys is the gold standard of multi-physics engineering simulation software.

Related link: https://simutechgroup.com/

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Sacramento SPCA Receives Lifesaving Investment from Newly Named Petco Love for the Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sacramento SPCA announced today that they received a $15,000 grant investment from Petco Love, to support their lifesaving work for animals through the newly constructed Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center.

A check presentation was held at the Petco retail store located at 855 E Bidwell Street in Folsom, California on Friday, July 9 at 11 a.m.

The Sacramento SPCA applied for the lifesaving investment as part of a year-long fundraising campaign to complete construction of the new state-of-the-art animal hospital located at 6201 Florin Perkins Road in Sacramento.

A remodel of the shelter's administrative office and sick bay building began in May 2020, renovations were complete in January 2021 and the Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center performed its first public surgeries in late January.

The expanded facility has allowed the Sacramento SPCA to immediately increase public access to low-cost and no-cost spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, and preventative care for animals in the Sacramento region and beyond.

The Kristan Otto Shelter Medicine Program, with species-specific housing for sick and injured animals; an isolation ward for managing contagious diseases; and examination, laboratory, and treatment space, is also located inside the new Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center.

"We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the Petco Folsom store and Petco Love to support our lifesaving work in the new health center," said Kenn Altine, Sacramento SPCA CEO. "With Petco Love's local and national support, we can provide expanded access to low-cost preventative care to our community's pets, help animals get into homes faster and save more lives."

Petco Love is a nonprofit leading change for pets nationally by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since their founding in 1999 as the Petco Foundation, they've empowered organizations with $300 million invested to date in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. And, they've helped find loving homes for more than 6.5 million pets in partnership with Petco and more than 4,000 organizations, like the Sacramento SPCA, nationwide.

"Today Petco Love announces an investment in the Sacramento SPCA and hundreds of other organizations as part of our commitment to create a future in which no pet is unnecessarily euthanized," said Susanne Kogut, President of Petco Love. "Our local investments are only one component. In April, we also launched the first of our national tools to empower all animal lovers to drive lifesaving change right alongside us."

For more information about the Sacramento SPCA, visit http://sspca.org/. To learn more about Petco Love, visit http://www.petcolove.org/.

About the Sacramento SPCA

Founded in 1892, the Sacramento SPCA has been providing homeless animals with individual comfort, shelter, and love for more than 129 years. They provide compassionate medical care to tens of thousands of animals annually and offer a variety of programs and services designed to keep people and pets together for life. Visit http://sspca.org/ or follow at Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Petco Love (Formerly Petco Foundation)

Petco Love is a nonprofit changing lives by making communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since our founding in 1999 as the Petco Foundation, we've empowered animal welfare organizations by investing nearly $300 million in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. We've helped find loving homes for more than 6.5 million pets in partnership with Petco and organizations nationwide.

Today, our love for pets drives us to lead with innovation, creating tools animal lovers need to reunite lost pets, and lead with passion, inspiring and mobilizing communities and our more than 4,000 animal welfare partners to drive lifesaving change alongside us. Is love calling you? Visit http://www.petcolove.org/ or follow at Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn to be part of the lifesaving work we're leading every day.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Dawn Foster, Sacramento SPCA Marketing & Communications Director, dfoster@sspca.org or (916) 802-0915

Jennifer Perez, Petco Love, media@petcolove.org

News from Sacramento SPCA

he Sacramento SPCA announced today that they received a $15,000 grant investment from Petco Love, to support their lifesaving work for animals through the newly constructed Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center. A check presentation was held at the Petco retail store located at 855 E Bidwell Street in Folsom, California on Friday, July 9 at 11 a.m.

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

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SIERA.AI Accelerates Momentum with Industry-Leading Forklift Safety with 16 New Enterprise Customer Wins in First Half of 2021

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- SIERA.AI, a leading innovator of safety solutions for preventing powered industrial truck accidents, today announced the continued surge in growth adding 16 new enterprise customers to its growing base of manufacturing, distribution and warehouse companies. The new customer wins represent a consecutive 100% revenue growth quarter over quarter within the industrial sector including agricultural equipment, industrial supplies & equipment, computer products & technologies, beauty products, global logistics & supply chain, lift truck distributor and automobile battery manufacturing to name a few.

The momentum comes with the May 2021 release of S3 Slow to a Safe Stop for Sit-Down forklift trucks, Safety Day June 8, 2021 and SIERA.AI as a finalist for 'Best New Product' announced prior to ProMat 2021 in May. "SIERA.AI continues to be at the leading-edge for what's next in lift truck safety," said Saurav Agarwal, president and CEO of SIERA.AI. "With our AI, Industrial IoT and sensors, we're transforming safety with zero pedestrian accidents, equipment accidents and infrastructure damages while achieving management's goal of digitizing safety."

New customers selected from our portfolio of AI machine learning safety solutions; the S2 Digital Inspection with Impact Monitoring, S3 Pedestrian Detection and S3 Slow to a Safe Stop. The SIERA.AI safety solutions support the customers' goal for digital transformation and a zero-accident workplace. All information collected from our safety solutions are stored in the web-based Dashboard central repository, empowering management with critical insights into safety, asset utilization, productivity and workflow optimization to name a few.

About SIERA.AI

SIERA.AI believes that Efficiency x Safety Accelerates Productivity. Our goal is to remove one productivity barrier at a time with innovative solutions that empower and safeguard company assets and protect their employees so they can focus on what they do best. We accomplish this by integrating technologies such as cloud, machine vision, IoT sensors and AI to digitize compliance and prevent accidents before they even happen.

For more information visit https://www.siera.ai/.

MEDIA CONTACT FOR SIERA.AI
Cherise Kennerley
cherise@siera.ai
847-312-1367 mobile

News from SIERA.AI

SIERA.AI, a leading innovator of safety solutions for preventing powered industrial truck accidents, today announced the continued surge in growth adding 16 new enterprise customers to its growing base of manufacturing, distribution and warehouse companies.

Related link: https://www.siera.ai/

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The Lowell Chamber Orchestra makes final round in The American Prize Competition

LOWELL, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is one of the finalists for The American Prize in the orchestral performance competition, professional divisions. While the competition is still ongoing, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra is being recognized for superb past performances during its three years of existence.

Performing in different venues around Lowell under the baton of Orlando Cela, the orchestra presents music of incredible variety, from symphonies to small chamber music works, stage works, and constantly commissions new works. Some of these works were used to judge the orchestra on its performing abilities.

The American Prize is a series of new, non-profit, national competitions designed to recognize and reward the very best in the performing arts in the United States-in schools and churches, and at community and professional levels. The American Prize was founded in 2009 and is awarded annually.

Having survived a year-long virtual season due to the pandemic, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra has announced its third season, which starts this September.

The future events - which feature four soloists, an opera, numerous living composer, and established masterpieces - can be found in their website: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/.

About the Lowell Chamber Orchestra:

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is the city of Lowell's first and only professional orchestra, providing the area with an ensemble that presents music at a very high level, of all styles and time periods, entirely free. The performances take place at Middlesex Community College, the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and at other venues around the area. Some of these locations allow students to attend concerts without leaving their respective campuses, and allow the public in general to attend a concert at a proper performance space.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lowellchamberorchestra

Twitter: @lowellorchestra

Instagram: @lowell_chamber_orchestra

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Antonio Mak
General Coordination
(781) 583-6160
admin@lowellchamberorchestra.org

News from Lowell Chamber Orchestra

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is one of the finalists for The American Prize in the orchestral performance competition, professional divisions. While the competition is still ongoing, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra is being recognized for superb past performances during its three years of existence.

Related link: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/

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Chelsea Groton Bank Proudly Offers Homebuyer Assistance Program for Persons with Documented Disabilities

GROTON, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to partner with the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to help borrowers with documented disabilities to purchase their first home, through the Home of Your Own Program.

The Home of Your Own Program allows borrowers to be eligible for a low-interest rate loan and down-payment assistance if the borrower or a live-in family member of the borrower has a documented disability.

"Keeping in line with our commitment to assisting all qualifying persons to achieve homeownership, we are thrilled to be able to offer a program specifically for the members of our community who overcome challenges each day due to a documented disability. We look forward to supporting the borrowers and their loved ones as they purchase a first home," shared Matt Morrell, VP, Retail Lending Manager at Chelsea Groton Bank. "As the leading mortgage lender in Eastern Connecticut, we're committed to preparing people to buy a home when it makes good financial sense for them. This program offers financial assistance and ensures, by requiring borrowers to attend a homebuyer class, that first time homeowners are prepared to accept the responsibility of homeownership."

In addition to providing the disability documentation, borrowers must be a first-time homebuyer or have not owned a home in the past three years, and the home must be the borrower's primary residence. Borrowers must qualify for the program and attend a free Homebuyer Education course prior to closing. Eligible properties may include existing single family homes, multi-unit, condominiums, townhouses and new construction.

Chelsea Groton offers many additional affordable lending programs to the community through partnerships with Veterans Administration, Federal Housing Administration (FHA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and down payment assistance and grant programs, including FHLB Equity Builder, HDF SmartMove, and CHFA DAP.

Please visit https://www.chelseagroton.com/ for more information and to contact a lender about specific eligibility requirements.

About Chelsea Groton Bank

Based in Groton, Conn., Chelsea Groton Bank is a full-service mutually owned bank with over $1.4 billion in assets. Chelsea Groton Bank's products and services include consumer banking, business banking, mortgage and business lending, cash management, financial planning and financial education programming. With 14 branch locations throughout New London County and a Loan Production Office in Hartford County, Chelsea Groton Bank also provides online and mobile banking, 24-hour telephone banking, and nationwide ATM banking for individuals, families and businesses. To learn more, please visit chelseagroton.com. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Institution ID 402928.

News from Chelsea Groton Bank

Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to partner with the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to help borrowers with documented disabilities to purchase their first home, through the Home of Your Own Program.

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

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Kidney Restore, A Science-Based Kidney Supplement Has Over 900 Positive Amazon Reviews, Helping 50,000+ To Support Good Kidney Health

WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- This scientific kidney supplement offers exceptional benefits to support good kidney health and paves the way for normal kidney function. Robert Galarowicz, a kidney sufferer and the founder of Healthy Kidney Inc., has created a breakthrough natural kidney remedy by combining the very best of kidney-restorative nutrients.

Kidney Restore is designed to tackle the critical areas that come with kidney disease while helping your kidneys rest and rejuvenate.

Trusted by thousands of people, Kidney Restore has proven to be the #1 natural solution for supporting optimal kidney health. With top-quality ingredients combined to naturally cleanse your kidneys, people with kidney disease can incorporate this kidney supplement to enhance their kidney health.

Each year, kidney disease kills more people than breast or prostate cancer. In 2013, more than 47,000 Americans died from kidney disease. One in seven Americans deals with kidney problems. Detecting kidney disease during the early stages can be difficult. High blood pressure and diabetes are the two leading causes for kidney disease.

Having kidney issues is not a death sentence. People with kidney problems live active lives and continue to do the things they love. Incorporating powerful kidney supplements like Kidney Restore can help support normal kidney function as the ingredients in Kidney Restore help tackle critical areas that you must address.

While many kidney supplements can be bought online, there is an unfavorable risk of buying the wrong product or the product being different from what the label says. Videos uncovering the lower than listed doses of supplements have flooded the internet. This makes finding a reliable kidney supplement even harder.

But starting today, kidney disease sufferers can safely rely on Kidney Restore as it maintains its consistent quality manufactured using GMP. Made in the USA, Kidney Restore is a premium-quality natural remedy for clearing out harmful kidney toxins in order to help support good kidney health.

Kidney Restore is available on Amazon or on the product website https://healthykidneyinc.com/product/kidney-restore-supplement/.

About Kidney Restore

Kidney Restore is an eye-opening kidney supplement that helps individuals with kidney problems achieve good kidney health. With over 900 positive Amazon reviews, Kidney Restore is consistently bought by more than fifty-thousand people every month, all across the U.S. With prebiotics, probiotics, niacinamide, and a dash of sodium-bicarbonate, Kidney Restore has truly changed the lives of many living with kidney problems.

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

MEDIA CONTACT:
Healthy Kidney Inc.
Robert Galarowicz
healthykidneyinc@gmail.com
1-800-927-1738

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DISCLAIMER:

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

News from Healthy Kidney Inc.

This scientific kidney supplement offers exceptional benefits to support good kidney health and paves the way for normal kidney function. Robert Galarowicz, a kidney sufferer and the founder of Healthy Kidney Inc., has created a breakthrough natural kidney remedy by combining the very best of kidney-restorative nutrients.

Related link: https://healthykidneyinc.com/

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Captivating Worlds Announces Grand Opening

COLUMBUS, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Captivating Worlds proudly announces its official Grand Opening on Thursday, July 15 in New Albany / Northeast Columbus. Captivating Worlds offers real life puzzle/escape rooms where friends, families and co-workers work together to solve mysteries, puzzles and games before the time runs out.

Captivating Worlds is located on New Albany Rd W, just off 161 in the Market District plaza between Roosters and Panera Bread.

"We are excited to bring our premier offerings to the Columbus-New Albany area. Our location is convenient for both local residents as well as for the significant number of businesses in the area. We are extremely grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response we've had from residents and businesses during our soft opening period," said David Kazan, Founder and CEO.

Captivating Worlds offers the "next level" in puzzle/escape rooms by incorporating next generation technology and unique special effects to create truly immersive experiences.

"Our 5,600 sq ft facility offers a variety of themed experiences as well as a large conference room. This site is perfect for team building, office outings, and fun gatherings for co-workers, friends and family," continued Kazan, "We are excited to be able to offer our highly rated experiences in the northeast Columbus area and beyond."

Captivating Worlds opened just before the pandemic, and after closing during the lockdown period, continued in a "soft opening" mode. To celebrate their official Grand Opening they will offer tours, raffles and games during their Grand Opening (see https://captivatingworlds.com/grand-opening/ for details).

Two experiences are currently available with two more expected to open this summer. When fully completed, Captivating Worlds will offer 5 or 6 experiences at their facility, and other products they can bring to Corporate and other business groups of 50 or more.

Captivating Worlds is a locally-owned, independent entertainment business which offers unique themes, next generation technology and immersive experiences to groups large and small. Corporate packages are available that can include conference room and team building and team development add-ons.

To learn more or to book, visit https://captivatingworlds.com/.

If you would like more information about this topic, please call Captivating Worlds at 614-245-4058 or email booking@captivatingworlds.com.

News from Captivating Worlds

Captivating Worlds proudly announces its official Grand Opening on Thursday, July 15 in New Albany / Northeast Columbus. Captivating Worlds offers real life puzzle/escape rooms where friends, families and co-workers work together to solve mysteries, puzzles and games before the time runs out.

Related link: https://captivatingworlds.com/

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Tri-State Electrical Refocuses on Providing Commercial and Industrial Electrical Services

CHATANOOGA, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Tri-State Electrical Contractors announces that they are re-committing to a focus on their core electrical services such as commercial and industrial electrical projects, and scaling back on solar technology projects. The discontinuation of the Green Power Providers program from the Tennessee Valley Authority for funding private solar installation programs is also a contributing factor in Tri-State Electrical's decision.

"There is a lot of demand right now for industrial and especially commercial electrical projects, " said Tri-State Electrical Contractor spokeswoman Candice Neal. "A lot of businesses have waited until the COVID-19 pandemic has receded before initiating new electrical projects."

Now that business seems to be on the rebound, many companies see a need to upgrade or retrofit their current electrical systems, or even design new electrical systems to expand existing business.

There has been a tremendous demand for the following services:

* Upgrading Signage and Lighting - Clear, colorful signs and bright, energy-saving LED lights to make it easier for customers to find your business and the goods and services within it.

* Electrical Load Analysis - Reduced operating hours and a need to cut costs have led many businesses to look at ways to save money. Conserving energy by taking action on the results of an electrical load analysis results in significant cost savings.

* Generator Installation Because of severe winter storms and record-breaking heat waves that have slammed into the Southeastern US this year, the electrical grid has been under considerable stress. Many businesses cannot afford to be without power, so many of them are investing in commercial and industrial generators.

"This pent-up demand for commercial and industrial electrical work made us step back and take a closer look at what our customers wanted, and as it turned out, this was fewer solar technology installations and more commercial and industrial electrical work right now," said Neal.

About Tri-State Electrical Contractors

Tri-State Electrical Contractors is the premier commercial and industrial electrical contracting company licensed to work in the states of Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and (soon) Florida.

Tri-State Electrical understands the need for a company providing high-quality electrical services "outside the box" to meet today's complex industrial and commercial environments. Tri-State Electrical's team of expert electricians, engineers, and project managers have the resourcefulness, professionalism, and in-the-trenches electrical industry experience necessary to meet today's challenges. https://tristateec.com/

News from Tri-State Electrical Contractors

Tri-State Electrical Contractors announces that they are re-committing to a focus on their core electrical services such as commercial and industrial electrical projects, and scaling back on solar technology projects.

Related link: https://tristateec.com/

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InstantPublisher Adds Warehousing and Fulfillment Services to Quarantine Writing Advice and Book Self-Publishing Services Discount

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- InstantPublisher.com is proud to add warehousing and fulfillment services to its line of self-publishing services. Why did InstantPublisher add these services for their customers? Printed books, especially hardcover books, take up a lot of space. Storing books in an author's garage or basement might not be an option. In addition, some authors, especially for books delivered by businesses, encounter a lack of proper, climate-controlled warehouse space to store their books.

Another way that warehousing and fulfillment services may benefit self-publishing customers is that few print-on-demand companies will offer print-on-demand services for hardcover books, wire-bound books, or custom-sized books with embellishments such as foil stamping and special coating. These books also require proper storage.

Another warehouse and fulfillment service InstantPublisher.com offers is kitting. Kitting is when you bundle multiple pieces in an order, such as multiple book titles or custom-printed advertising pieces, and ship them as packages together.

"Our customers asked for this service, so we found a way to make it happen," says Chris Bradley, President of InstantPublisher.com. "Our warehouse and fullfillment services addresses a need for some of our self-publishing and our custom commercial printing services customers."

Please keep in mind that warehousing and fulfillment is not necessary for all customers. If you or your business only sell a couple of books a month, it makes more sense to be to store the and ship the books yourself until you build your sales up.

For more information about InstantPublisher.com's warehouse and fullfillment services, including pricing, go to http://www.instantpublisher.com/book_warehousing_fulfillment.aspx

About InstantPublisher.com

InstantPublisher.com is the short-run printing and book publishing division of Fundcraft Print Group located in Collierville, Tennessee. FCP is a third-generation family-owned publishing conglomerate with seven divisions specializing in all types of print, from family history books to long-run commercial print jobs. The InstantPublisher division launched in 2004 and since then has helped thousands of authors self-publish and print their own books.

News from InstantPublisher

InstantPublisher.com is proud to add warehousing and fulfillment services to its line of self-publishing services. Why did InstantPublisher add these services for their customers? Printed books, especially hardcover books, take up a lot of space.

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

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TruckDriverJobs411.com Steps Up to Meet Employment Shortage During National Trucking Industry Surge

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Federal government's recently proposed infrastructure program is projected to create nearly 3 million new commercial truck driving jobs. That's why platforms such as TruckDriverJobs411.com, the original and free trucking jobs' board, are hustling to meet the growing employment demands. TruckDriverJobs411.com, a website owned and operated by Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc. has recently overhauled its job board site to ensure drivers and owner operators are efficiently matched with jobs.

This unprecedented surge in truck driver demand comes as shippers are already hard-pressed to find drivers. The good news is that Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc. predicted this current driver shortage early on and had the foresight to create an easier way for people to connect.

"The demand is reaching critical proportions," Bob Holtzman, president, Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc. says. "In fact, some analysts predict fuel and food shortages this summer if trucking jobs are not filled. We're stepping up to fill the void."

So, while the need for drivers is imminent, TruckDriverJobs411.com is ready to go thanks to a major facelift by Technique Web, LLC, a web design and application development company. Interface improvements include improved user-friendliness, efficiency and matching accuracy.

The website's improved mobile-friendly design makes it easier for drivers and owner operators to connect with employers while they're on the road. There's no app to install and the algorithms improve matching and ensure user accounts and job postings are current.

TruckDriverJobs411.com also ensures that its users will not experience pop-ups or paid listings. Its mission is and will remain to help industry participants connect more efficiently, at zero cost and without favoritism.

Finally, setting up an account to access the job board for job providers, truck drivers, and owner operators takes just minutes. It's easy to do and free. And, once the account is up and running, job seekers can apply for a job in a single click.

"At this critical time in the trucking industry, the need for speed is essential," Holtzman says. "Our long-term investment in TruckDriverJobs411.com is just one way that we're continuing to help the trucking industry."

About TruckDriverJobs411

For more than 10 years, TruckDriverJobs411.com has remained 100 percent free thanks to a sponsorship by Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc. It's free to all users, including owner operators, company drivers, employers and recruiting agencies.

For more information about TruckDriverJobs411.com: https://www.truckdriverjobs411.com/

For more information about Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc.: https://www.truckinsure.com/

For more information about Technique Web, LLC: https://www.techniqueweb.com/

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News from Western Truck Insurance Services Inc.

he Federal government's recently proposed infrastructure program is projected to create nearly 3 million new commercial truck driving jobs. That's why platforms such as TruckDriverJobs411.com, the original and free trucking jobs' board, are hustling to meet the growing employment demands. Western Truck Insurance Services, Inc. has recently overhauled its job board site to ensure drivers and owner operators are efficiently matched with jobs.

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

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Fusion Broadband embraces Equinix in global expansion of its SD-WAN service

SORRENTO, Victoria, Australia /ScoopCloud/ -- Leading SD-WAN provider, Fusion Broadband, has expanded into Equinix, which will give it a significantly larger global footprint and enable it to offer customers enhanced performance and more advanced connectivity options.

Equinix is a leading digital infrastructure company operating more than 220 data centres in 26 countries on five continents.

As the networking requirements of global businesses become more sophisticated, Fusion Broadband identified a need to support their customers' growth by leveraging Equinix and offering greater WAN connectivity through direct access to a multitude of cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, Google, IBM, Alibaba and Oracle.

Jason Maude, managing director of Fusion Broadband, said the new arrangement with Equinix(R) and Equinix Metal(TM) will allow the company to quickly and easily provide dedicated SD-WAN gateways in more than 50 location points globally.

"With our unique SD-WAN orchestration platform customers are able to deploy SD-WAN sites and gateways in minuets, as well as enable direct connections with the majority of the major cloud providers. They can be self-managed or our team of SD-WAN specialists can manage them for the customer. Dedicated private backbones between regions can also be provisioned for customers adding a greater level of performance and security.

"With Equinix Fabric, we can offer global or national customers faster and more flexible access to all of the cloud services and partners that are on the Platform Equinix. This allows customers to extend the reach of their SD-WAN network not only globally but also with direct access into the world's largest cloud service providers."

As an example, a customer that prefers to have a dedicated environment (as opposed to a shared multi-tenant environment) for its offices in each region may elect to have one or two POPs in each region, which very easily allows a private backbone between POPs to be created that can support speeds from tens of Mbps through to 10-20Gbps.

"By combining the benefits of our POP infrastructure from IBM Cloud and now Equinix, we have a significantly larger global footprint," Maude said.

"Our SD-WAN managed service business already supports over 100 multi-tenant gateways around the world. The addition of Equinix will allow us to further expand this with the ability to deploy dedicated gateways for customers or dedicated private connections between SD-WAN gateways. It can be set up within a matter of hours."

With Equinix's private backbone, Fusion Broadband's international customers can now easily build their own private backbone between their Fusion Broadband SD-WAN gateways - either dedicated or multi-tenant -- where backbone capacity can be scaled up and down as required. These private backbone links offer guaranteed performance and security between gateways.

"The ability to quickly turn on direct links via Equinix or even Megaport's peering fabrics means we can provide customers with a tremendous amount of connection and SD-WAN flexibility," Maude added.

To learn more about Fusion Broadband visit https://fusionbroadband.com.au/ or contact sales@fusionbroadband.com.au.

About Fusion Broadband:

Australian-headquartered Fusion Broadband provides a unique broadband bonding solution that fuses multiple broadband connections together to make a much faster and more reliable connection. This gives businesses an easy, affordable, broadband bonding service that is ISP independent and delivers high speed data connections with more reliability and stability.

The company has been bonding broadband services since 2011 with products installed in Australia, North America, Asia and Europe. In July 2020 it opened an office in the UK. Organisations are now taking advantage of Fusion SD-WAN, which provides an affordable multi-site private network (SD-WAN) solution with exceptional flexibility, performance and control. Fusion Broadband has more than 300 resellers globally, selling and supporting the range of their products. As part of its reseller program and ISP license program, ISP's or larger MSP's can license the solution for their own deployment.

Learn more: https://fusionbroadband.com.au/embraces_equinix/

Fusion Broadband, Suite 8, Level 1, 119-125 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento, Victoria 3943, Australia.

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News from Fusion Broadband

Leading SD-WAN provider, Fusion Broadband, has expanded into Equinix, which will give it a significantly larger global footprint and enable it to offer customers enhanced performance and more advanced connectivity options.

Related link: https://fusionbroadband.com.au/

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Jencap Announces Acquisition of U.K.-based Lloyd’s Coverholder

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Jencap Group, LLC (Jencap), the wholesale program management and binding authority business of Galway Insurance Holdings LP (Galway), has acquired London-based Worldwide Hole 'N One Ltd. (WHNO).

Through its primary brand, Worldwide Special Risks (WWSR), WHNO has operated as a Lloyd's coverholder underwriting agency for over 25 years. As an established leading provider, Worldwide Special Risks' contingency team service the live events market with a range of covers including cancellation, non-appearance, and event property and liability. Additional lines, to include film and media, prize indemnity and accident and health, are supplied to the UK and international retail and wholesale broker market. With an underwriting office in the Lloyd's building, cover is available to the U.K. and international clients, via exclusive binding authorities, to a number of leading insurers, including the Lloyd's market.

John Jennings, Chief Executive Officer of Jencap commented, "It is important that Jencap has operations in London, a most important marketplace for complex and specialty insurance. I've gotten to know Jon Wilkinson and his business, and can't think of a better platform or business line to start with than event and other specialty contingency products. We're excited with the prospects for underwriting and distribution of more products ahead and the benefit it will provide to our partners and clients."

Jon Wilkinson, WWSR Managing Director, added, "Everyone at Worldwide is excited about the next chapter that the Jencap acquisition delivers. The last year has seen unprecedented and ongoing disruption to the contingency market, and this new partnership will provide great stability and support. It will also enable us to enhance the products and services we offer, and provides a strong platform for additional growth."

Jencap and other Galway businesses currently provide extensive insurance products, broking and risk management services to the entertainment and sport industry. The live event market is particularly important within this niche.

"Now that we are once again able to enjoy live music, sports and other large group gatherings, we're thrilled to be part of enabling those events to take place. With Jon and his team at WWSR joining existing Jencap facilities, we will play a big part in expanding desperately needed capacity for our distribution partners and clients," said Peter Garvey, Vice Chairman of Galway.

About Jencap Group, LLC

Jencap is one of the largest wholesalers in the U.S. with notable industry-leading expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. Its specialized divisions and affiliate organizations provide niche underwriting prowess, broad market access, and nationwide influence. With headquarters in New York, Jencap leverages its collective power, exceeding the expectations of 15,000+ independent agency partners. Visit https://jencapgroup.com/.

About Galway Holdings LLC

Galway Insurance Holdings, the holding company for EPIC Brokers & Consultants and Jencap Group, is a diversified insurance brokerage distribution platform with retail, wholesale, program administration and managing general agent capabilities. In total, Galway manages over $7 billion of insurance premiums and operates in over 100 offices serving all 50 states.

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients. For more information on EPIC, visit: https://epicbrokers.com/.

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News from Jencap Group LLC

Jencap Group, LLC (Jencap), the wholesale program management and binding authority business of Galway Insurance Holdings LP (Galway), has acquired London-based Worldwide Hole 'N One Ltd. (WHNO).

Related link: https://jencapgroup.com/

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Talon International Adjustec Division is Awarded Second US Patent: US 11,034,130 B2 for its Bandroll Technology

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently awarded Talon's Adjustec a second patent in a series of patterns concerning their Adjustec stretch technology Bandroll product. The patent provides additional protection for the Adjustec Bandroll-the design behind Talon's Inventor of the Year Award for 2020, awarded by Aramark. Following this second patent are two more patterns pending for the Adjustec Bandroll that cover even a wider range of applications.

The Adjustec stretch technology has brought fashion to a new level of comfort and performance with their innovative stretch technology, using fusibles with any material. The Bandroll offers a stretch-fit solution for garments--particularly dress pant waistbands--providing a comfortable and durable fit that lasts a lifetime. Aramark the workwear Giant has adopted it as well in their quest to ensure they lead in providing performance in the workwear field.

Talon International has already been awarded three dress shirt design patents amongst 17 other granted patents for various product developments. Talon patents have been welcomed and adopted by several name brand clothing companies, including-but not limited to-Dockers, Uniqlo, Ralph Lauren, Round Tree and York, Murano, Van Heusen, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Aramark workwear.

"We believe in innovation and technology, and we use patents to protect our intellectual property," says Larry Dyne, CEO of Talon International. "The modern production reality in the textile market is that anyone that tries to make these updated waistbands or collars without our approval, or a license from us, would, in fact, be infringing our patterns and pending patents."

Alongside creative design patterns, Talon's Adjustec division patents provide companies everywhere the opportunity to revolutionize the way they make fashion. With constant innovation in the fashion world, the Adjustec Bandroll provides the level of performance desired by buyers everywhere without sacrificing design and style.

"We believe that all modern pants...needs our technology to be competitive...Companies will also need our patented manufacturing systems and equipment to enjoy the incredible efficiencies and savings they provide," says Herman Roup, President and Inventor of Adjustec.

Since their revolutionary zipper invention in 1893, and over 128yrs of doing it right, Talon International remains committed to pushing boundaries with advanced, state-of-the-art design solutions, including trims, zippers, packaging, stretch technologies, and sustainable solutions. Talon is the solution for integrating invaluable, flexible, and sustainable products in the clothing we rely on every day. At Talon, Every. Detail. Matters.

For more information about the recently patented Adjustec Bandroll, see our website at https://taloninternational.com/product/bandroll/ or please contact Herman Roup by phone at 805-689-4656 or by email at HRoup@TalonTekfit.com.

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News from Talon International Inc

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently awarded Talon's Adjustec a second patent in a series of patterns concerning their Adjustec stretch technology Bandroll product. The patent provides additional protection for the Adjustec Bandroll-the design behind Talon's Inventor of the Year Award for 2020, awarded by Aramark. Following this second patent are two more patterns pending for the Adjustec Bandroll that cover even a wider range of applications.

Related link: https://taloninternational.com/

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Aligned Technology Solutions Ranked on Channel Futures MSP 501 – Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Global Managed Service Providers

ALEXANDRIA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aligned Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings.

Aligned Technology Solutions has been selected as one of the technology industry's top-performing providers of managed services by the editors of Channel Futures. For the past 15 years, MSPs from around the globe have submitted applications to be included on this prestigious and definitive listing. The Channel Futures MSP 501 survey examines organizational performance based on annual sales, recurring revenue, profit margins, revenue mix, growth opportunities, innovation, technology solutions supported, and company and customer demographics.

Managed services providers that qualify for the list must pass a rigorous review conducted by the research team and editors of Channel Futures that rank applicants using a unique methodology that weighs financial performance according to long-term health and viability, commitment to recurring revenue and operational efficiency.

Channel Futures is pleased to name Aligned Technology Solutions to the 2021 MSP 501.

This year's list attracted a record number of applicants and was one of the most competitive in the survey's history. Winners are being recognized on the Channel Futures website and will be honored at a special ceremony at the MSP Summit held Nov. 1-2 in Las Vegas as part of the Channel Partners Conf. & Expo.

Since its inception, the MSP 501 has evolved from a competitive ranking into a vibrant group of innovators focused on high levels of customer satisfaction at small, medium, and large organizations in public and private sectors. Today, many of their services and technology offerings focus on growing customer needs in the areas of cloud, security, collaboration, and support of hybrid work forces.

"The 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 winners are the highest-performing and most innovative IT providers in the industry today. They stand head and shoulders above the competition," said Robert DeMarzo, vice president of content for the Channel Futures and Channel Partners Conference & Expo division of Informa Tech Channels. "Coordinated by Channel Futures MSP 501 editor Allison Francis, this year's list was clearly one of the best ever on record."

"Vendors that are aligned with the Channel Futures MSP 501 are driving a new wave of innovation in the industry. Through their partnerships they are demonstrating a commitment to moving the MSP and entire channel forward," said Kelly Danziger, general manager of Informa Tech Channels. "We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 2021 winners and gratitude to the thousands of MSPs that have contributed to the continuing growth and success of the managed services sector."

The MSP 501 winners will be recognized at the MSP 501 Awards Gala at the Channel Partners Conference & Expo / MSP Summit, Nov. 1-4, in Las Vegas.

The complete 2021 MSP 501 list is available on Channel Futures' website.

Background

The 2021 MSP 501 list is based on confidential data collected and analyzed by the Channel Futures editorial and research teams. Data was collected online from March 1-May 24, 2021. The MSP 501 list recognizes top managed service providers based on metrics including recurring revenue, profit margin and other factors.

About Aligned Technology Solutions (ATS)

Since 2010 ATS has been helping organizations leverage and manage technology to grow and secure their businesses. ATS is an award-winning technology service provider delivering customized and comprehensive IT solutions for IT Outsourcing, Cybersecurity, Compliance, Cloud Solutions and Business Phone Systems. ATS is committed to providing world class customer service and best-of-breed technology solutions that provide our clients competitive advantage in their marketplace. To learn more visit: https://www.myalignedit.com/

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About Channel Futures

Channel Futures is a media and events platform serving companies in the IT channel industry with insights, industry analysis, peer engagement, business information and in-person events. Our properties include Channel Futures MSP 501, recognizing the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry, Channel Futures DEI 101, honoring and celebrating those who have often been under-represented in tech channels; Channel Partners Events, delivering unparalleled in-person events, including Channel Partners Conference & Expo, The MSP Summit, and Channel Evolution Europe; and DEI Community Group, our initiatives to educate, support, promote, and sustain diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the IT channel industry. Channel Futures is part of Informa Tech, a market-leading B2B information provider with depth and specialization in the Information and Communications (ICT) Technology sector. Every year, we welcome 7,400+ subscribers to our research, more than 3.8 million unique visitors a month to our digital communities, 18,200+ students to our training programs and 225,000 delegates to our events. Channel Futures is where the world meets the channel; We are leading Channel Partners forward. More information is available at channelfutures.com.

News from Aligned Technology Solutions

Aligned Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. Since 2010 ATS has been helping organizations leverage and manage technology to grow and secure their businesses.

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

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FormFree integrates AccountChek 3n1 one-stop VOE/VOIE into Encompass®

ATHENS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- FormFree® has partnered with ICE Mortgage Technology™, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure,  to make its AccountChek 3n1 asset, income and employment verification service available in Encompass®, the mortgage industry's leading cloud-based loan origination platform.

The seamless API integration allows lenders to order, manage and review verification of asset (VOA) and verification of income/employment (VOIE) reports with a single provider selection in Encompass. By consolidating VOA and VOIE orders through a single vendor, mortgage lenders improve efficiency in the loan origination process, reduce per-loan costs and streamline vendor due diligence.

FormFree's AccountChek 3n1 securely delivers direct-source VOA and VOI/E data in less than a minute, significantly shortening loan application timelines and collecting critical underwriting documents earlier in the application process.

VOA (Asset Report)

For over 10 years, FormFree VOA has helped borrowers skip the paper chase when qualifying for a loan. Borrowers send their direct-source financial data straight to lenders in an underwriting-friendly format that reduces delays, manual errors and fraud risk. Real-time insight into borrowers' assets, income and employment enables better credit decisioning.

Key features include:

* Average connection time of just 22 seconds

* Available with 30, 60, 90 and 180-day refresh periods

* Government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) rep and warrant relief eligible

VOIE (Income and Employment Report)

Several of today's popular VOI and VOE solutions have a success rate of less than 50%, requiring lenders to fall back on manual verification processes that are slow and result in a diminished borrower experience. FormFree's VOIE product covers 85% of all U.S. workers (over 100 million wage earners), saving lenders time and improving margins.

Key features include:

* Flat pricing significantly lower than market alternatives

* Up to 6 most recent pay stubs and 2 years of W-2s

* One free report refresh prior to close

"Now mortgage lenders can get all three core verifications - assets, income and employment - from one trusted partner within the familiar Encompass environment," said FormFree CEO Brent Chandler. "By combining VOA and VOIE, FormFree's AccountChek 3n1 eliminates the cost and headache of managing multiple vendors, helps loan teams work more efficiently and delivers a world-class borrower experience that expedites pre-approvals and increases loan pull-through."

About FormFree®

FormFree® is a market-leading fintech company whose revolutionary products AccountChek® and Passport® make for a more inclusive credit decisioning landscape by enabling lenders to understand people's true ability to pay (ATP®). To date, thousands of U.S. lenders and brokers have ordered millions of FormFree's patented verification reports representing trillions of dollars in loan verifications. FormFree delights borrowers and lenders with a paperless experience, dramatically reduces origination timelines and offers automated analysis and standardized delivery to lenders and investors using a secure ReIssueKey®. For more information, visit https://www.formfree.com/ or follow FormFree on LinkedIn.

ICE Mortgage Technology combines technology, data and expertise to automate the entire mortgage process from consumer engagement through loan registration and every step and task in between. ICE Mortgage Technology is the leading cloud-based loan origination platform provider for the mortgage industry with solutions that enable lenders to originate more loans, lower origination costs, and reduce the time to close, all while ensuring the highest levels of compliance, quality, and efficiency. Visit https://www.icemortgagetechnology.com/ or call (877) 355-4362 to learn more.

About Intercontinental Exchange

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE) is a Fortune 500 company that designs, builds and operates digital networks to connect people to opportunity. We provide financial technology and data services across major asset classes that offer our customers access to mission-critical workflow tools that increase transparency and operational efficiencies. We operate exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, and clearing houses that help people invest, raise capital and manage risk across multiple asset classes. Our comprehensive fixed income data services and execution capabilities provide information, analytics and platforms that help our customers capitalize on opportunities and operate more efficiently. At ICE Mortgage Technology, we are transforming and digitizing the U.S. residential mortgage process, from consumer engagement through loan registration. Together, we transform, streamline and automate industries to connect our customers to opportunity.

Trademarks of ICE and/or its affiliates include Intercontinental Exchange, ICE, ICE block design, NYSE and New York Stock Exchange. Information regarding additional trademarks and intellectual property rights of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. and/or its affiliates is located here: https://www.intercontinentalexchange.com/terms-of-use. Key Information Documents for certain products covered by the EU Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products Regulation can be accessed on the relevant exchange website under the heading "Key Information Documents (KIDS)."

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FormFree® has partnered with ICE Mortgage Technology™, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure,  to make its AccountChek 3n1 asset, income and employment verification service available in Encompass®, the mortgage industry's leading cloud-based loan origination platform.

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West Bloomfield Med Spa Establishes New Location

WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pristine Rejuvenation, located in West Bloomfield, recently converted from a mobile medical aesthetics practice created in early 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to a more permanent location to serve its clients in a greater capacity.

Now located at 5642 W. Maple Rd., Suite 24 in West Bloomfield, Pristine Rejuvenation is the brainchild of Nurse Anesthetist and skilled injector Eman Dahmani, APRN, CRNA, who says the new location offers more for her clients in the greater Detroit area.

"Our new facility offers a fresh, charming, and comfortable environment for clients," Dahmani said. "While it's still going to feature all the treatments they know and love, you can also expect a few extras thanks to the additional space."

Pristine Rejuvenation offers injectable treatments, such Botox, Xeomin, and dermal fillers, among others, to treat wrinkles, volume loss, sagging skin, and various other signs of aging.

With that ability to add treatment options, Dahmani says she can now meet even more diverse aesthetic goals to help broaden her client base. But treatments aren't the only thing Dahmani is looking forward to expanding. She's also excited to offer more medical-grade skincare products from her choice brand of AnteAGE.

"AnteAGE is a highly effective system of skincare products backed by decades of clinical research, and it's the go-to for my patients," she said. "These potent products contain human growth factor cytokines to combat a myriad of skin conditions that are amplified by the aging process."

In addition to her expertise with a plethora of nonsurgical beautification treatments and access to a complete line of trusted skin care, Dahmani says it's the one-on-one patient interactions that are truly pivotal for her overall business model, an aspect of her care she says will always remain a priority.

"Beauty takes time. That's why you won't experience rushed in-and-out appointments that may occur at other practices," she said. "I make sure to spend ample time with every patient to ensure they understand all facets of their treatment and have a clear grasp of what to expect. Each patient has a story behind what they're wanting to improve, and it's interesting for me trying to find that out. It really helps us understand each other. My new location offers a better environment to establish those bonds."

Pristine Rejuvenation offers premier medical aesthetic treatments, such as anti-wrinkle injections (Botox®, Xeomin®, and Dysport), dermal fillers, chemical peels, microneedling, and skin care, with a goal of continually striving to provide the latest advancements in nonsurgical skin rejuvenation.

To schedule an appointment, call (249) 955-3535 or visit https://pristinerejuvenation.com/.

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Pristine Rejuvenation, located in West Bloomfield, recently converted from a mobile medical aesthetics practice created in early 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to a more permanent location to serve its clients in a greater capacity.

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‘Drunk Talk’ Is A True Original That Combines Humor with Shock

ANAHEIM, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Authors Mike Davis AND TL Banks would like to announce their new book "Drunk Talk" (ISBN: 979-8675709625). "Drunk Talk" is a one-of-a-kind book with something for everyone and will have you laughing hysterically as you are forced to question what you believe to be true.

Included are 48 short discussions about different aspects of life with a twist of humor, your drunken fortune, and unique quotes to keep you focused.

Published by Club Lighthouse Publishing in 2020, "Drunk Talk" is a collaboration project with a variety of diverse topics for anybody to enjoy. Our goal as authors is to offer readers a brand new perspective and insight all the while being entertained.

Written in Las Vegas, Nevada, which helped inspire the title, "Drunk Talk" holds true to its name, as there was no shortage of alcohol consumption during production of the book.

"'Drunk Talk'" was inspired by the love of science, psychology, humor, truth and of course booze," says co-author Mike Davis.

About the Authors:

Mike Davis enjoys writing, playing basketball, and having a cold brew with a good meal. Although Harvard or Stanford was not in the cards, Mike did receive his GED. Mike is a full-time writer who enjoys writing about a variety of different subjects, Mike has done a lot of traveling over the years, his favorite places to visit are Las Vegas, and spending time at the beach.

TL Banks is a poet and author originally from Indianapolis Indiana, lover of words, expressions, and creativity. Mother of one, member of the Ohio poetry association, member of the California writers club, winner of the Barry Wright Scholarship for poetry and consummate Dorothy Parker, Nikki Giovanni, and Whiskey on the rocks fan girl.

Learn more: https://clublighthousepublishing.com/productPage/Details/528

Available on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FP7SR2Z

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Authors Mike Davis AND TL Banks would like to announce their new book "Drunk Talk" (ISBN: 979-8675709625). "Drunk Talk" is a one-of-a-kind book with something for everyone and will have you laughing hysterically as you are forced to question what you believe to be true.

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Music Theater Works Presents Mamma Mia!

SKOKIE, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Music Theater Works will present "Mamma Mia!" at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from August 19, 2021 through August 29, 2021 being the second production of the 2021 Season.

About The Show

ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make "Mamma Mia!" a guaranteed smash hit. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. A trip down the aisle you'll never forget with MUSIC THEATER WORKS!

PRODUCTION DETAILS

Who:
* Music Theater Works

What:
* Mamma Mia!
* Directed by Justin Brill
* Book by Catherine Johnson
* Choreography by Shanna VanDerwerker
* Music Directed and Conducted by Linda Madonia
* Music and Lyrics by Benny Anderson and Björn Ulvaeus (songs with Stig Anderson)

Cast Members:
* Dan Gold (as Bill Austin)
* Veronica Garza (as Rosie)
* Casiena Raether (as Tanya)
* Heather Banks (as Sophie Sheridan)
* Andrew Fortman (as Sam Carmichael)
* Alexis Armstrong (as Donna Sheridan)
* North Rory Homewood (as Harry Bright)

Creative Team:
* Sound Designer (Aaron Quick)
* Set Designer (Kristen Martino)
* Production Manager (Bob Silton)
* Hair and Make-Up (Alice Salazar)
* Lighting Designer (Andrew Myers)
* Costume Designer (Rueben Echoles)
* Props Designer (Hayley E. Wallenfeldt)
* Producing Artistic Director (Kyle A. Dougan)
* Assistant Director and Choreographer (Emma Parssi)

When:
* Group Performance: Thursday, August 19, 2021 @ 1:00 PM
* Press Performance: Friday, August 20, 2021 @ 8:00 PM
* Saturday, August 21, 2021 @ 8:00 PM
* Sunday, August 22, 2021 @ 2:00 PM
* Wednesday, August 25, 2021 @ 1:00 PM
* Friday, August 27, 2021 @ 8:00 PM
* Saturday, August 28, 2021 @ 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM
* Sunday, August 29, 2021 @ 2:00 PM

Where:

North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL 60077

Tickets:

Tickets start at $39 for Standard Seating and tickets start at $48 for Preferred Seating. Tickets for those ages 25 and under are half-price.

Box Office: (847) 673-6300

Website: https://www.musictheaterworks.com/Mamma-Mia/

Health Safety:

Health safety guidelines imposed by the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie have been followed in staging this event. For more information about the measures being taken please visit https://northshorecenter.org/.

Upcoming Shows

The 2021 season will feature RAGTIME (Oct 28th - Nov 7th) and BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL (Dec 23rd - Jan 2, 2022).

The 2021 season has been proudly sponsored by Joyce Saxon.

About Music Theater Works

Music Theater Works is a professional non-profit theater company based in Wilmette, Illinois featuring a colorful repertoire including operetta, the Golden Age of Broadway, the Great American Songbook, and modern classics since 1980.

As of 2021, Music Theater Works has become a resident theater company at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076).

The mission of Music Theater Works is to produce and present musical theater from a variety of world traditions and to engage the local community through educational and outreach programs.

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Music Theater Works
Phone: (847) 920-5360 ext. 7
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News from Music Theater Works

Music Theater Works will present "Mamma Mia!" at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from August 19, 2021 through August 29, 2021 being the second production of the 2021 Season.

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ACE Home Services to Announce Winner of Annual ‘Honor Our Warriors’ AC Giveaway on August 2

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACE Home Services is a top HVAC and Plumbing company servicing the Phoenix Metro area. For years since it was founded, they have provided homes with quality AC and Heating facility maintenance, equipment installation, and repair, ensuring smooth operation in homes. This veteran owned and operated company is proud to support and hire military members for over 25 years.

This is the second year of the annual AC giveaway. Veterans, active duty and reserve military members were all eligible to be nominated. In the end, the selected 2020 winner was Master Sergeant Keith Tucker, a veteran who honorably served our country for 24 years in the Air Force and was stationed at Luke Air Force Base. This opportunity came at the perfect time for Mr. Tucker, as he and his wife Diana were moving into their new home that had an existing unit that was over 15 years old.

ACE Home Services has been taking nominations from the Phoenix Metro community to select another military member, who will be the recipient of a new air conditioning unit. ACE Home Services will pay for the cost of the unit and provide the equipment installation.

Throughout the month of July (up to 7/31/21), submissions for nominations can be made online via AZCentral or by calling 602-943-2000. The announcement of the selected military member will take place Monday, August 2, 2021. Learn more: https://azcentral.secondstreetapp.com/Honor-Our-Warriors-Sweepstakes/

Veterans, active duty and reserve military members are eligible to be nominated. The selected individual must be a homeowner that resides within the Phoenix Metro area. One unit will be replaced for a single household. Additional work, such as duct modifications, are not included.

Each year, ACE Home Services would like to take the opportunity to honor veterans and families in the surrounding community. It is a chance for all of us to thank and be mindful of those who serve or have served our country.

The Owner and CEO, Kwan Jin, is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. In addition to actively hiring veterans of all military branches, ACE Home Services also gives additional discounts to all military members and first responders. The Director of Marketing, James Sesay, is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Regarding the overall goal of the campaign, James says "Too often many of us take the sacrifices that led to our independence and current freedoms for granted. As a company, we want to go above and beyond the normal discounts and appreciations. This year, we want to truly give back to those that serve our country."

About ACE Home Services

With an A+ rating from the BBB, ACE Home Services provides support for businesses and homes in more than 28 cities. They offer air-conditioning installation, maintenance and repair, heating equipment placement, bathroom remodeling, water softeners and heaters, water leak protection, heating replacement, and so on. They are fast, efficient, reliable, experienced, highly reliable, and they always put the customers first in all they do.

For more information, please visit their website - https://www.acehomeaz.com/about-us/

A brief testimonial can be found here - https://youtu.be/9m6LxrjdogU

Local FOX 10 News covered the 2020 giveaway here - https://youtu.be/lFzMccDIYws

News from ACE Home Services

ACE Home Services is a top HVAC and Plumbing company servicing the Phoenix Metro area. For years since it was founded, they have provided homes with quality AC and Heating facility maintenance, equipment installation, and repair, ensuring smooth operation in homes. This veteran owned and operated company is proud to support and hire military members for over 25 years.

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CEO/President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce, Jay King, Liaisons Critical Support for Small Business Landmark, Hawkins House of Burgers

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Not many small Black businesses can boast five generations of family operation. But more importantly, Hawkins House of Burgers, (http://www.hawkinsburgers.com/ ) established in 1939, has maintained decades of community service to its surrounding neighborhood, Watts, CA. So, when current restaurateur Cynthia Hawkins found herself on the other end of a Caltrans state issued decree requiring the removal of part of their building, so a 500 square foot patch of land beneath it could be appraised and sold at public auction, her terror was palatable.

Having barely survived operations during Covid, to now being confronted with this challenge, was like the onslaught of facing another pandemic all over again. Fortunately for the Hawkins family business, former Compton resident A.K. King, got wind of the dilemma via social media and reached out to Jay King, the CEO/President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC)(https://www.calbcc.org/).

As the Chamber's CEO and president, King also sits on the Caltrans Small Business Council as the Chairman of the African American DBE Participation Committee for the California Department of Transportation. Staying true to the advocacy mission of the CBCC, King was able to reach out directly to Caltrans Director Toks Omishakin. The pending order to demolish the Hawkins' building has been halted and everyone is working on various resolutions concerning the matter. A petition (change.org/hawkinsburgers) and GoFundMe (https://gofund.me/d476b454) has been set up to support the 82 year old community institution.

"Because Cynthia Hawkins is a small Black business owner, this issue could have been viewed as racially discriminatory, when in fact it was not. In fact, small businesses across the state and the nation even, face matters that are more about miscommunication and bureaucracy then perhaps race and gender. Many small businesses understandably operate in a bubble implementing their day-to-day survival so the California Black Chamber of Commerce, like most business chambers of commerce, are many times underutilized resources. We are here to provide service and support to our constituents and the Hawkins Burgers' situation provides an exemplary case study of how winning resolutions can be accessible for all," explains Jay King, CEO/President of the CBCC.

"So many people came out and promised support and help," cites Cynthia Hawkins, the youngest of 14 children, who runs the restaurant with help from her two daughters and three grandchildren. "But it was Jay King who made things happen and made them happen quickly! As a small business operator, I never realized I had access to resources like Jay King and the Chamber. I am deeply grateful and just humbled quite honestly. The matter is not fully remedied yet, but King's support is like an answered prayer and a miracle for my family."

"Caltrans is not the bad guy here. In fact, there are no bad guys. Caltrans has a small business council, so what we witnessed was the council at work. As a member and chairman of their ad hoc committee, I was able to directly reach out to CalTrans and they responded immediately and halted the declaration for demolition. The system works when organizations and agencies in place do their job. In this case the organization was the CBCC and it did its job as a resource center and liaison and we will continue to find a real resolution to the matter, because it's what we are in place to do," notes King.

The Hawkins House of Burgers was originally a malt shop back in the early 1940's. The business was one of many family-owned enterprises over the past decades, before eventually becoming a full throttle restaurant business in 1984. The family's motto has always been "Take care of your community and they will ALWAYS take care of you," and it is this tradition that has lasted over eight decades. Cynthia Hawkins has lovingly continued with service that includes feeding the homeless; supporting local families with food and funds; offering scholarships to neighborhood kids; providing food to grieving families when tragedy occurs, particularly to those effected by gun violence; and notably offering jobs and training to the community residents. The Hawkins House of Burgers even offers discounts to Caltrans workers!

As the largest African American non-profit business organization, representing thousands of small and emerging businesses, affiliates and chambers of commerce throughout California, the CBCC is extremely concerned about the aftermath of Covid-19 which has immobilized and shut down businesses around the entire world. California is a large and crucial market. The California Black Chamber of Commerce has over 4,200 registered small businesses throughout the state. A large percentage of these businesses consist of sole proprietors who rely on their businesses' income to survive. COVID-19 has had an unforgivable impact on this already marginalized and fragile, small business community. From the mom-and-pop eateries, barbershops and corner stores, to business professionals, the impact of this pandemic is projected to decimate this entire workforce.

The California Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping small businesses survive through these uncertain times. Contact the California Black Chamber of Commerce at https://www.calbcc.org/, via email at cbcc@calbcc.org or call at 916-467-8878.

News from California Black Chamber of Commerce

When Hawkins House of Burgers restaurateur Cynthia Hawkins found herself on the other end of a Caltrans state issued decree requiring the removal of part of their building, former Compton resident A.K. King, got wind of the dilemma via social media and reached out to Jay King, the CEO/President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce.

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

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FlexClip Expands Its Suite of Tools to Make Tutorial Videos in a Few Easy Steps

HONG KONG /ScoopCloud/ -- Millions of people around the world access tutorial videos to learn skills ranging from baking to mechanics. PearlMountain, a multimedia software development company launched in 2006, has expanded the functionality of its popular FlexClip video creation solution to include a tutorial video maker. Now anyone can make tutorial videos with customizable templates, animations, and over 1 million video and audio clips.

"Adding an online tutorial video maker to our suite of FlexClip tools significantly reduces the time and effort needed to produce a video," said Lin Xiao, CEO and founder of FlexClip. "Users can transform text and images into animated tutorial videos for any audience. Don't just tell audiences how to do - show them."

Online tutorials are utilized for far more than furniture assembly instructions. They're an important tool for educational purposes and sharing inspirational and motivational messages. Tutorial videos are equally beneficial for businesses to demonstrate how their products and services work. Social media influencers use them for makeup tutorials and brand awareness, but the vast number of video tutorials are made by people that simply like to help others.

Users of FlexClip tutorial video maker can choose a custom template, with complete control over every detail of the video tutorial creation process. Individuals can also choose to begin their tutorial video with a blank canvas and use their own digital assets. A special feature of this tutorial video maker is its built-in screen recorder, enabling users to directly record step-by-step actions using FlexClip and to edit the screencast without leaving the site.

Tutorial videos attract attention in a compelling way. FlexClip's tutorial video maker allows individuals to add any combination of animations, arrows and text boxes, graphics, effects, logos, and voice overs, along with subtitles to reach a global audience. Users can quickly and easily make tutorial videos, without any special skill or training, and share it on social media, their website, or use it in marketing campaigns.

The addition of the tutorial video maker to FlexClip's array of tools enables anyone to share their expertise, teach, inspire, motivate, or create brand awareness for their business. FlexClip is a powerful resource that individuals can try for themselves for free.

Learn more: https://www.flexclip.com/learn/tutorial-video.html

About FlexClip

FlexClip, a browser-based video maker platform developed by PearlMountain Limited, provides one-stop video services that help novice users and professionals make tutorials, video trailers, explainer videos, presentations, social media videos, etc. with ease. FlexClip is used and loved by millions of people around the globe.

For more information, please visit https://www.flexclip.com/ or connect with FlexClip on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Millions of people around the world access tutorial videos to learn skills ranging from baking to mechanics. PearlMountain, a multimedia software development company launched in 2006, has expanded the functionality of its popular FlexClip video creation solution to include a tutorial video maker.

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

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Foneazy Releases MockGo: A Jailbreak-Free iPhone GPS Location Spoofer

HONG KONG, China /ScoopCloud/ -- Do you want to access Geo-restricted apps and games without the location restriction? Or would you like to change the geographic location to fool your friends into thinking you are somewhere else? Well, try using MockGo from Foneazy Studio to transport your GPS location to anywhere in the world without having to jailbreak the device. It works with all location-based apps, such as Pokemon Go, Ingress, Life360, Fitness app, Facebook, etc.

MockGo Key Features:

1. Simulate GPS Movement Along a Specified Route and at a Specified Speed

You can choose to drive, walk or cycle virtually. This type of specific GPS movement comes in handy for games like Pokémon Go because it is more convincing and may even give you more chances to capture more Pokémon on the route you have chosen.

2. Two-Spot Mode

Choose an icon on the map, select your start and end locations and set the speed as desired. You then choose how many times you want to move between the selected location and you'll be able to see the movement in real-time.

3. Multi-Spot Mode

This feature allows you to select multiple stops along a specified route. This is the right mode to choose if you want to cover long distances.

4. Joystick for Precision

Because simply dropping a pin on a map will not give you the perfect location, MockGo has incorporated the Joystick mode to further refine the location. With the joystick, you can easily move forward, reverse, left or right using the arrows on the screen or the W, A, S and D keys on the keyboard.

5. GPX File Support

GPX files store GPS data including the longitude, latitude, routes, tracks, geocaches and waypoints. They are often used in fitness devices and application designed to track a biking or running route.

With MockGo, you can easily import a GPX file into the program and follow a real-time route virtually, ideal for playing location-based games like Pokémon Go.

Pricing and Availability

There are four pricing plans with MockGo and all four include up to 5 iOS devices and one PC or Mac. A monthly license costs $9.95, a quarterly license costs $19.95, an annual license costs $39.95. Lifetime license comes as best value: $59.95.

For more information, please visit: https://www.foneazy.com/pricing/mockgo-iphone-gps-spoofer/

About Foneazy

Foneazy is focusing on the development of handy and effective tools to save your digital life and make using your phone as a doddle! With these tools, you can easily change the iOS GPS location, unlock the iPhone and solve so much more troubles when using your mobile device!

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Foneazy-100220315641096

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News from Foneazy Studio

Do you want to access Geo-restricted apps and games without the location restriction? Or would you like to change the geographic location to fool your friends into thinking you are somewhere else? Well, try using MockGo from Foneazy Studio to transport your GPS location to anywhere in the world without having to jailbreak the device. It works with all location-based apps, such as Pokemon Go, Ingress, Life360, Fitness app, Facebook, etc.

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

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SoulFest Returns to New Hampshire, Celebrating Faith Through Music – New England’s Premier Christian Music Festival, August 5-7, 2021

GILFORD, N.H. /ScoopCloud/ -- New Sound Concerts, Inc., a New England based promoter and festival producer, is hosting their 23rd annual Christian music festival, at the Best of NH award-winning Gunstock Mountain Resort. After canceling the 2020 festival due to the pandemic, thousands are ready to gather and celebrate through "Music, Love & Action."

This highly anticipated summer festival gathers over 8,000 attendees and features multiple GRAMMY-award winning Christian artists among the 75 artists and speakers. With four stages of live musical performances and dynamic speaking sessions, Gunstock provides the perfect setting for SoulFest: New England's Premier Christian Music Festival.

SoulFest is proud to feature GRAMMY and Dove-award Winning Christian artists: Casting Crowns, Lecrae, Crowder, Cory Asbury, and Matt Maher. Also confirmed for the 2021 lineup is Andy Mineo, Big Daddy Weave, Social Club Misfits, Unspoken, Blanca, Gawvi, The Young Escape, among others listed at https://www.thesoulfest.com/lineup.

Unique to SoulFest, the Songwriter's Circle will be hosted daily by Christopher Williams at the indoor lodge stage known as Mercy Street and will feature multiple artists of varying genres to perform together in the round, including notable artists Matt Maher, Cory Asbury, Blanca, Stephen Christian of Anberlin, Ben Fuller, Jeff Senour & Justin McRoberts.

In line with New Sound Concerts' dedication to bringing Music, Love & Action to the forefront of SoulFest, it hosts a speaking series, featuring local and international speakers. The "Soul University" series is designed to converse with and engage the SoulFest audience in the arts, modern culture, as well as awareness leading to action in fighting social injustice.

The 2021 program will feature a morning stretch with biblical meditation, practical teaching on prayer and soul care, the annual panel addressing suicide prevention, plus a 3-part series focused on human trafficking: vulnerability, victimization, and victory.

Attendees participate in a variety of activities for all ages, including an open mic, a guided nature-walk, shop faith-oriented and fair-trade vendors and exhibitors, play on inflatables, and outdoor group games like archery tag, cornhole, giant Jenga. Gunstock offers a zipline, mountain coaster, aerial treetop adventures, camping, swimming, and hiking trails. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with the festival's key Ministry Partners: Thrivent Financial, Upward, Gordon College, Make A Change, and Word of Life.

Scenic chair lift rides lead to the Mountain Top stage, an acoustic setup accompanied by a lush, panoramic view of Lake Winnipesaukee. New Sound is honored to once again feature this unique, life-changing event filled with inspirational music from award-winning artists and engaging workshops by world-renowned speakers, New Sound Concerts invites you to experience it all at once with the beautiful backdrop of New Hampshire's Belknap Mountains.

To preview the full artist lineup, event schedule, or to purchase SoulFest tickets and upgrades - visit https://www.thesoulfest.com/.

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New Sound Concerts, Inc., a New England based promoter and festival producer, is hosting their 23rd annual Christian music festival, at the Best of NH award-winning Gunstock Mountain Resort. After canceling the 2020 festival due to the pandemic, thousands are ready to gather and celebrate through "Music, Love & Action."

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

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Celebrating Freedom and the Founding of the Church of Scientology in the Nation’s Capital July 4, 1955

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Established July 4, by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the Founding Church of Scientology in Washington, D.C., holds a unique place in the history of the Scientology religion. It was inaugurated blocks from the White House and served as the first fully formed center of Scientology training and religious counseling and the first international administrative headquarters for the burgeoning religion, according to the Church of Scientology International.

Located at 1812 19th St NW, just over a mile from the White House, it was from his office on the second floor that Mr. Hubbard served as Executive Director and coordinated its activities and churches on five continents.

In dedicating the Church of Scientology National Affairs Office in Washington, D.C. in 2012, Mr. David Miscavige, ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, highlighted "freedom" as essential element in Scientology Scripture and made it clear that Mr. Hubbard selected that date and location for inaugurating the new international headquarters quite deliberately. "Just as this nation was founded upon the principles of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness, so too those principles are woven into the very fabric of our Scripture," he said.

Mr. Miscavige pointed out that the ideals enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, whose adoption is celebrated on Independence Day, are incorporated in the Creed of the Church of Scientology, published in 1954. The Creed affirms:

That all men of whatever race, color or creed were created with equal rights.

That all men have inalienable rights to their own religious practices and their performance.

That all men have inalienable rights to their own defense.

That all men have inalienable rights to conceive, choose, assist or support their own organizations, churches and governments.

That all men have inalienable rights to think freely, to talk freely, to write freely their own opinions and to counter or utter or write upon the opinions of others.

And that no agency less than God has the power to suspend or set aside these rights, overtly or covertly.

The full text of the Creed is available in a video on the Scientology Network, as is a three-part series chronicling in Mr. Hubbard's own voice, his life and discoveries.

In an essay published in August 1954, L. Ron Hubbard wrote:

"We are extending to you the precious gift of freedom and immortality-factually, honestly.

"You are a spirit. You are your own soul. You are not mortal. You can be free."

In that same essay, he credits America with having "kept wide the doorway" for this accomplishment "by retaining religious freedom."

To learn more about L. Ron Hubbard and the Scientology religion, visit the Scientology website or learn about the beliefs and practices of the religion on the Scientology Network. Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire, and Apple TV platforms.

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*Caption: Founding Church of Scientology, Washington, D.C., established at 1812 19th St NW July 4, 1955, by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard

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Established July 4, by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the Founding Church of Scientology in Washington, D.C., holds a unique place in the history of the Scientology religion. It was inaugurated blocks from the White House and served as the first fully formed center of Scientology training and religious counseling.

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JOIN Keynote Speaker and Content Creator GiGi Robinson for #SCALEYOURIMPACT presented by Entertainment for Change and community platform, I Weigh on July 8!

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Entertainment for Change™ (EFC) exists to amplify youth voices and create a new kind of leader that is empowered to make the social and environmental change necessary for a sustainable future. For Americans who came of age during the Great Depression, habits that formed during that period never fully left them, even decades after the economy had recovered and the world had shifted gears. New Deal voters formed one of the most lasting political coalitions in American history, transforming expectations of the role the government could play in people's lives. These enduring impacts were pivotal in shaping a generation and the contours of the nation.

2020 with the coronavirus pandemic, recession, protests, election have impacted Gen Z's habits, values and outlook on the world. GiGi Robinson, a 23 year old creative producer has been devoted to dismantling false body images by teaching Gen Z about social media literacy, and its effects on mental health. She is continuing this work with Entertainment for Change, being the keynote speaker for #SCALEMYIMPACT a, 5-week social activism workshop guided by the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).eek social activism workshop guided by the United Nations 17 SDGs

"I found entertainment for change through a fellow impact artist, Khrystana, who is committed to shifting the narrative around body image and acceptance. As I searched for more organizations that I could partner with to begin to shift how I used my social media, EFC kept coming up. I knew immediately I had to sit down and have a convo with Jade to talk about how we could work together to make an impact. Since, I have been able to attend their workshops but also have assets to reshare that create impact around some of the SDG's that I already created work around including the environment, ending world hunger and gender equality."

Entertainment for Change has teamed up with Jameela Jamil's allyship community platform, I Weigh, to present hands-on workshops for #SCALEMYIMPACT. The workshops will engage high school students from around the world at the intersection of social media activism and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. They will focus on the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to showcase the intersectionality of these goals and how important radical inclusivity is.

SDG #3 Good Health and Wellbeing

SDG #5 Gender Equality

SDG #11 Reduced Inequalities

"The power of collaboration is in diversity of thought, and choosing for ourselves what we will use social media to accomplish. This course is meant to teach how to empower yourself by investing in your content. Student's will also learn how to collaborate with others in a healthy, uplifting way. We aim to create a global community of Impact Artists™ that love the skin they're in, and want others to feel the same." says Jenna Lichtman, Brand & Marketing Manager for Entertainment for Change.

GEN Z students will connect to like-minded peers, explore these global goals, learn how to direct their passions and their knowledge of social media for good, and see in REAL time the power of collaboration.

"The way that social media is used today has the potential to change, even more so we have the potential to change the way that we use social media and how we can leverage it to make a difference in the world we live in today."

Registration for classes are $15 at https://www.entertainmentforchange.com/signup

Courses for #SCALEMYIMPACT:

* INTRO CLASS + Keynote from Social Impact creative producer GiGi Robinson
JULY 8 3:30 PM ET

* Good Health and Wellbeing
JULY 13 3:30 PM ET

* Reduced Inequalities
JULY 15 3:30 PM ET

* Gender Equality
JULY 20 3:30 PM ET

* Activation Celebration/Party
JULY 22 3:30 PM ET

About GiGi Robinson

Gigi is a USC Graduate and current Masters student whose passion is creating content with an intention of making a positive impact on as many young people as possible through imagery and videography. Gigi often speaks about the ways that she can expose false imagery in media, posing tips, behind the scenes of image making, philanthropy and advocacy work across her social media platforms (@itsgigirobinson), and in articles such as The Female Lead, Entertainment Weekly, Yahoo! and Viacom. https://www.gigirobinson.com/

About Entertainment for Change

Entertainment for Change is empowering young people to build a more loving and sustainable world through creativity, expression, and artistic activism. Many may feel large-scale global issues are fated - but they don't have to be. If we can use our collective voices & talents for social/environmental change, we can change our culture, which will change our world. https://www.entertainmentforchange.com/

About I Weigh

I Weigh is about radical inclusivity, so that no one feels alone. Our job is to amplify, advocate, and pass the mic. Founder, Jameela Jamil. https://iweighcommunity.com/

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/TYZhfSvKtbc

News from Entertainment for Change

Entertainment for Change™ (EFC) exists to amplify youth voices and create a new kind of leader that is empowered to make the social and environmental change necessary for a sustainable future. For Americans who came of age during the Great Depression, habits that formed during that period never fully left them, even decades after the economy had recovered and the world had shifted gears.

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

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The Spodak Dental Group Partners with the Delray Beach Police Department to Provide a Safe Remote Location During Hurricane Season

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- With hurricane season approaching, the Spodak Dental Group team once again partners with the Delray Beach Police Department to provide the disaster relief team a safe "home base" shelter in the event of a severe weather occurrence. This is the fifth year that the team has opened up the facility to local first responders, and is only one of five local businesses to do so.

"We consider it an honor to be able to open up our doors to first responders in the event of an emergency," said Dr. Craig Spodak, general dentist at Spodak Dental Group. "I designed our Gold LEED Certified facility to be environmentally conscious for the benefit of my community members, so this is just another way for the state-of-the-art facility to support our community and keep our local emergency personnel safe."

Part of the Delray Beach Police Department's annual hurricane planning and preparedness is securing remote locations (businesses) in the city to house officers during an actual hurricane, where they are safe and protected. This strategy allows them to deploy personnel directly to their geographical area when the storm has passed and prevents them from traveling in the storm or if roads are closed from damage or debris moments after the storm's passing.

Locations must be structurally sound and be able to withstand a Category 3 (or higher) hurricane. A team of up to 12 officers/firefighters/paramedics will sleep, eat and shower at the business for one to three days, or until the area is considered safe.

The Spodak Dental Group facility can withstand wind speeds in excess of 180mph, which is above hurricane Category 5 classification; has a generator output of 50,000kw; and offers a full kitchen and shower facilities. The last time the Delray Beach Police Department utilized the office space was during and after Hurricane Dorian in 2019.

"Spodak Dental Group has been a tremendous help and has played a vital role in our deployment for the past five years during hurricane season by allowing the Delray Beach Police Department to utilize their facility for the berthing of our officers," said Delray Beach Police Department Chief Javaro Sims. "They have created a safe and convenient place for our officers to operate from. This allows our officers to expedite our response when necessary. Spodak truly exemplifies our motto, 'One Delray, One Community, One Police Department.'"

The Spodak Dental Group, 2017 Inc. 5000 honoree, has evolved to become South Florida's premier, comprehensive dental facility, and comprises a world-class association of dental professionals poised to provide full-service dental care second-to-none in both scope and skill. The Spodak Dental Group team includes General and Restorative Dentists, Endodontists, Periodontists, Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Master Ceramic Artists and Anesthesiologists, as well as one of the nation's only in-office dental labs.

Spodak Dental Group is located at 3911 W. Atlantic Ave. Call or text (561) 303-2413 or visit https://www.SpodakDental.com/ for more information or to schedule a virtual or in-office appointment.

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With hurricane season approaching, the Spodak Dental Group team once again partners with the Delray Beach Police Department to provide the disaster relief team a safe "home base" shelter in the event of a severe weather occurrence.

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

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HousingWire selects DepthPR founder Kerri Milam as 2021 Marketing Leader

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Depth Public Relations (DepthPR), a leading provider of consultative marketing, public relations and reputation management services for the mortgage lending fintech and residential finance industries since 2006, today announced company Founder and President Kerri Milam is a recipient of HousingWire's inaugural Marketing Leaders award.

"The housing sector is driven by sales and marketing agility and execution. The successful market-share leaders consistently demonstrate a commitment to marketing strategy, superior communication and a passion for the technology that builds relationships and closes transactions," said HousingWire Media CEO Clayton Collins. "The Marketing Leaders award recognizes the CMOs and marketing executives who drive outsized business outcomes, transform brands and make everyone around them better."

Milam's career-long passion for issues related to residential finance and desire to work with industry innovators led her to found DepthPR in 2006. As president, she guides her company and clients to serve as meaningful contributors of mortgage industry thought leadership and delivers shrewd advice that elevates business strategies and keeps the customer experience front and center. HousingWire's awards committee was particularly struck by Milam's success in helping her clients maintain a high level of visibility while grappling with the uncertainty of an unprecedented pandemic. DepthPR increased both its employee headcount and client roster by more than 15% in 2020, during which time DepthPR clients received an average 592% ROI from DepthPR's services.

"I am honored to be among this talented and admirable peer group of HousingWire 2021 Marketing Leaders who inspire me with their accomplishments," said Milam. "It is no secret that I love the U.S. housing finance sector and am committed to advancing mortgage fintech innovation by delivering strategic marketing services to its visionaries and workhorses. There is nothing more gratifying than to provide value to a cause one is passionate about."

"The level at which we've been able to accomplish our strategic goals is indicative of the tremendous value that Kerri Milam and the DepthPR team have brought to FormFree," said FormFree Head of Sales and Marketing Christy Moss. "Kerri has a unique ability to quickly analyze opportunities and foresee the best approach to create visibility and deliver our message to the market, further accelerating our growth. Our company is proud to have such a brilliant public relations and marketing strategist as a part of our team."

Now in its inaugural year, HousingWire's Marketing Leaders award program seeks to highlight the brightest minds in marketing within the housing industry. View the full list of 2021 HousingWire Marketing Leaders at https://www.housingwire.com/articles/presenting-housingwires-2021-marketing-leaders/.

About DepthPR:

Depth Public Relations (DepthPR) is a leading provider of consultative marketing, public relations and reputation management services for the mortgage lending and residential finance industries. Since 2006, the firm has represented a clientele of established and emerging brands serving mortgage lenders, real estate professionals and appraisers. DepthPR is committed to serving the cause of digital innovation and to practicing the pay-it-forward principle alongside The Golden Rule. DepthPR is a member and supporter of the Mortgage Bankers Association and The Mortgage Collaborative. For more information, visit https://www.depthpr.com/.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

Twitter: @HousingWire #HWmarketingleaders #mortgagemarketing

News from Depth Public Relations

Depth Public Relations (DepthPR), a leading provider of consultative marketing, public relations and reputation management services for the mortgage lending fintech and residential finance industries since 2006, today announced company Founder and President Kerri Milam is a recipient of HousingWire's inaugural Marketing Leaders award.

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

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ACES Quality Management VP of Marketing Romina Cusenza Named a HousingWire Marketing Leader

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACES Quality Management™ (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced that industry trade publication HousingWire has selected Vice President of Marketing Romina Cusenza as one of the first recipients of its Marketing Leaders award.

"The housing sector is driven by sales and marketing agility and execution. The successful market-share leaders consistently demonstrate a commitment to marketing strategy, superior communication and a passion for the technology that builds relationships and closes transactions," said HW Media CEO Clayton Collins. "The Marketing Leaders award recognizes the CMOs and marketing executives who drive outsized business outcomes, transform brands and make everyone around them better."

In its inaugural year, HousingWire's Marketing Leaders award celebrates influential marketers that have a track record of transforming brands and driving business results within their industries. Over the past year, Cusenza pivoted ACES' 2020 marketing strategy in the face of COVID-19 while simultaneously managing a massive company rebranding effort and maintained ACES' contributions to industry education through the Compliance NewsHub and Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report and launched ACES QC Now web series.

"Romina's energy is contagious. From the positive attitude she brings daily to the reputation of excellence she's created for ACES, she is a role model to many within our organization and the industry at large," said ACES CEO Trevor Gauthier. "We are extremely proud of her achievements and are thrilled to see her recognized for her marketing acumen and tremendous efforts on behalf of ACES in the midst of an extremely challenging year."

"It is an honor to be counted amongst the marketing leaders in the housing and mortgage industry, so I'd like to extend my thanks to the HousingWire team for this recognition," Cusenza said. "None of these achievements would be possible without my incredible ACES team. Together, we've been able to tackle the countless unexpected circumstances of the last year and still yield positive results for the company."

The full list of 2021 HousingWire Marketing Leader honorees can be viewed at https://www.housingwire.com/articles/presenting-housingwires-2021-marketing-leaders.

About ACES Quality Management

ACES Quality Management, formerly known as ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), is the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry. The nation's most prominent lenders, servicers and financial institutions rely on ACES Quality Management & Control™ software to improve audit throughput and quality while controlling costs, including:
* 3 of the top 5 and more than 50% of the top 50 independent mortgage lenders;
* 7 of the top 10 loan servicers;
* 11 of the top 30 banks; and
* 1 of the top 3 credit unions in the USA.

Unlike other quality control platforms, only ACES delivers Flexible Audit Technology, which gives independent mortgage lenders and financial institutions the ability to easily manage and customize ACES to meet their business needs without having to rely on IT or other outside resources. Using a customer-centric approach, ACES clients get responsive support and access to our experts to maximize their investment. For more information, visit https://www.acesquality.com/ or call 1-800-858-1598.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

News from ACES Quality Management

ACES Quality Management™ (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced that industry trade publication HousingWire has selected Vice President of Marketing Romina Cusenza as one of the first recipients of its Marketing Leaders award.

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Dining Out Jersey’s First Annual Foodie Expo

PARAMUS, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dining Out Media LLC will be hosting the 1st Annual Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo on Thursday July 15, 2021 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. at The Terrace at Biagio's in Paramus, N.J. The event will feature North Jersey's best restaurants, gourmet food shops, BBQ, craft beer, wine, and spirits, as well as celebrity guests, music, and other food-related vendors.

The event will be held in the main ballroom as well as BBQ and grilling on the rooftop. Some food trucks are also scheduled to participate. Participating businesses are primarily from Bergen, Hudson, and Essex counties.

"We saw this as an opportunity to support local restaurants and small businesses that were adversely affected by the recent events while at the same time giving area residents an excuse to get out and enjoy themselves again," said Paul Turpanjian, Publisher of Dining Out Jersey Magazine.

With restaurants getting "back to business" and life becoming a little more normal, guests will enjoy the festivities which will include food tastings across a wide variety of cuisines from the area's top restaurants. Paid admission gives guests access to all.

"We are looking forward to giving local foodies an opportunity to get out once again and be entertained while enjoying the savory and sweet flavors that our many fine North Jersey restaurants are famous for," said Turpanjian. "The restaurant industry was the hardest hit during the pandemic. Now these businesses are hoping to gain more exposure and make up for what was lost, which makes this first big food festival a very important one."

Dining Out Jersey Magazine is North Jersey's preeminent lifestyle magazine focusing on dining out and other food-centric content.

For further info or tickets go to: https://www.diningoutjersey.com/

News from Dining Out Media LLC

Dining Out Media LLC will be hosting the 1st Annual Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo on Thursday July 15, 2021 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. at The Terrace at Biagio's in Paramus, N.J. The event will feature North Jersey's best restaurants, gourmet food shops, BBQ, craft beer, wine, and spirits, as well as celebrity guests, music, and other food-related vendors.

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

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Top of Mind CRO Nick Belenky honored as 2021 HousingWire Marketing Leader

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Top of Mind Networks (Top of Mind), a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation software for the mortgage lending industry, today announced HousingWire has selected Chief Revenue Officer Nick Belenky as a 2021 Marketing Leader. In its inaugural year, the HousingWire Marketing Leaders award program "celebrates the most creative and influential marketing minds of the housing economy" who "have a track record of transforming brands, leading teams and driving business results within their industries."

Belenky was recognized for leadership that has elevated Top of Mind's brand and marketing strategy in addition to helping hundreds of lenders maximize the impact of their marketing departments. In the last year, Belenky has grown Top of Mind's marketing team by over 300%. Additionally, he's launched several customer-facing resources such as Surefire Mortgage Marketing University, a free resource that educates lenders about basic and advanced components of mortgage marketing and how they fit together in a mature marketing program; Inside the Lenders Studio, which highlights the careers of top-producing LOs; and The Trending Mind, a video update on Surefire's features.

"It has been a record-breaking year for Top of Mind in more ways than one," said Nick Belenky. "I'm thankful to have a hand in the organization achieving all that it has and appreciative of this recognition from HousingWire."

"The housing sector is driven by sales and marketing agility and execution. The successful market-share leaders consistently demonstrate a commitment to marketing strategy, superior communication and a passion for the technology that builds relationships and closes transactions," said HW Media CEO Clayton Collins. "The Marketing Leaders award recognizes the CMOs and marketing executives who drive outsized business outcomes, transform brands and make everyone around them better."

The full list of 2021 HousingWire Marketing Leader honorees can be viewed at https://www.housingwire.com/

About Top of Mind Networks:

Founded in 2003, Atlanta-based Top of Mind Networks (https://www.topofmind.com) started as a bootstrapped direct-mail marketing company. Today, the company is recognized as the mortgage industry's most-relied-upon provider of marketing automation and creative content solutions. From individuals to enterprise lenders, Top of Mind's SurefireCRM helps thousands of mortgage professionals win new business, earn repeat business and deserve referral business. With intuitive "set it and forget it" workflows and award-winning content, mortgage professionals are able to effortlessly maintain and deepen their emotional connections with clients.

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 7.5 million unique visitors each year. Our audience of mortgage, real estate, financial services and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit https://www.housingwire.com/ or https://www.solutions.housingwire.com/ to learn more.

Twitter: @HousingWire #HWmarketingleaders @mortgagecrm #marketingautomation #mortgagemarketing #digitalmortgage

News from Top of Mind Networks

Top of Mind Networks (Top of Mind), a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation software for the mortgage lending industry, today announced HousingWire has selected Chief Revenue Officer Nick Belenky as a 2021 Marketing Leader.

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

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SimpleNexus Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman selected as marketing leader by HousingWire 2021 Marketing Leaders Award

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman has been named a Marketing Leader by HousingWire's 2021 inaugural Marketing Leaders award program.

Jackman was selected by HousingWire for his seamless reinvention of the SimpleNexus' annual User Group (SNUG) conference as a 100% virtual event. Where countless other industry events have been canceled or postponed, the 3rd annual SNUG conference took place as scheduled in February 2021, drawing more than 500 attendees from more than 150 companies. Additionally, Jackman had an important role in positioning SimpleNexus for a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners in January of 2021.

"2021 was the perfect year to roll out the Marketing Leaders award program," says Caren Karris, director of marketing for HW Media. "The last year has thrown marketers, including myself, its fair share of curve balls and these 50 individuals embody what it takes to think strategically and move quickly to drive success for their brands and businesses."

"Since joining SimpleNexus, Richard has hit the ground running in strategizing and executing SimpleNexus initiatives," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "Richard's marketing prowess has proved time and time again to be an asset to SimpleNexus. All of us at SimpleNexus are extremely proud of him."

In its inaugural year, HousingWire's Marketing Leaders award program seeks to recognize the most influential and creative marketing minds of the housing industry. View the full list of 2021 Marketing Leaders at https://www.housingwire.com/.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

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

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending #HousingWire #HWMarketingLeaders

News from SimpleNexus

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman has been named a Marketing Leader by HousingWire's 2021 inaugural Marketing Leaders award program.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

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LBA Ware Director of Marketing Kelley Mangel Honored as 2021 HousingWire Marketing Leader

MACON, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, today announced Director of Marketing Kelley Mangel has been named a recipient of HousingWire's inaugural 2021 Marketing Leader Award.

HousingWire's Marketing Leaders award program seeks to honor the most creative and influential marketing minds in the housing economy. Mangel oversees LBA Ware's branding and corporate identity initiatives, including the design and development of marketing collateral, client case studies, email campaigns and videos. Her contributions have resulted in a 37% increase in requests for product demos, a 71% increase in social media followers and a 140% increase in website page views year over year.

"LBA Ware's brand is an active representation of Kelley's meticulous eye for design and perfection," said LBA Ware Founder and CEO Lori Brewer. "She's been an essential LBA Ware team member since the beginning and could not be more deserving of this award."

"2021 was the perfect year to roll out the Marketing Leaders award program," says Caren Karris, director of marketing for HW Media. "The last year has thrown marketers, including myself, its fair share of curve balls and these 50 individuals embody what it takes to think strategically and move quickly to drive success for their brands and businesses."

To view the complete list of 2021 Marketing Leaders, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About LBA Ware™:

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

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 7.5 million unique visitors each year. Our audience of mortgage, real estate, financial services and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit https://www.housingwire.com/ or https://www.solutions.housingwire.com/ to learn more.

Twitter: @LBAWare @HousingWire #MarketingLeaders

News from LBA Ware

LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, today announced Director of Marketing Kelley Mangel has been named a recipient of HousingWire's inaugural 2021 Marketing Leader Award.

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

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