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Now Available in Audio! ‘The Velocity of Information,’ Mental Health in Trying Times

MADISON, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ -- David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book "The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times." Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, "The Velocity of Information" gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

"This book provides twelve strategies to become more resilient to burnout and increase your survival chances during uncertain times," explains Dr. Perrodin.

Released in 2022 in both print and eBook formats, Rowman & Littlefield published The Velocity of Information, which is now featured in distinguished libraries across the globe, including: The Library of Congress, Bavarian State Library in Munich, and The Chinese University of Hong Kong Library.

Professional actor and narrator Ben Hauck jumped at the opportunity to narrate the audiobook. He is also a Trustee on the Board of The Institute of General Semantics, an organization shepherding a practical field of study helping people make sense of their world.

Per Hauck, "Intelligently written, topical, scientifically-minded works on how people think when faced with problems appeal to me. Dr. Perrodin created with this book a masterpiece on human responses in chaotic times, providing mesmeric terminology and innovative concepts to account for their behavior and adjustment. The chance to convey Dr. Perrodin's esteemed insights to his listeners was a high honor I accepted instantly."

The audiobook is available from Spotify, Audible, Apple Books, Google Play, Barnes & Noble, Scribd, Chirp, as well as other retail, library, and K-12 channels.

Link to Distributor:

* https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-velocity-of-information-david-p-perrodin/1140670818?ean=2940176641530

* Audiobook Retail ISBN: 979-8822602427

* Audiobook Library ISBN: 979-8822602427

About the Author:

David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., is an author, researcher, professor, and host of "The Safety Doc" podcast. Dr. Perrodin is a speech-language pathologist specializing in psycholinguistics. His academic focus revolves around safety decisions in education, health care, and the military. He has presented twice on PBS, as well as written and directed a film about school safety with Pulitzer Prize winner David Obst. Dr. Perrodin is also the author of the book School of Errors: Rethinking School Safety in America.

For more information: https://safetyphd.com/

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David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book "The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times." Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, "The Velocity of Information" gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

Related link: https://safetyphd.com/

Kelly Roofing Goes Global With First International Tesla Solar Roof

NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kelly Roofing has completed the first-ever international Tesla Solar Roof installation, marking a significant milestone in green energy innovation. The Florida-based company managed negotiations, logistics, and operations to extend its services into the international field, starting on the island of Nevis in the West Indies. This installation has opened up worldwide possibilities for the next steps in solar roofing installations for Kelly Roofing.

"This job is the pay off of years of work and innovation, it's incredible to watch it come to life," said Kelly Roofing President Ken Kelly. "Our team has been working with Tesla on building the solar roof deployment process from the ground up since they began developing it in 2019. Roofing innovation is what we do. It's what we've been known for for the last fifty years at Kelly Roofing. This client, and this job have brought us to a new level and let us begin to really see the fruit of that labor."

Installing a Tesla Solar Roof internationally required an intricate, multi-faceted, and carefully honed system to complete. Kelly Roofing worked with the customer to understand their goals and negotiated a general price for the raw job. They then navigated duty and tariffs, shipping fees, customs fees, holding fees, and transportation fees. The company's prior experience in these logistics laid the groundwork for the job in Nevis and made the job seamless for the customer.

"We had the advantage of having solid shipping partners in place and a tested process, it was a matter of fitting the pieces together strategically for what this client needed," Ken Said.

The Kelly Roofing team's extensive experience in navigating Florida's stringent roofing codes allowed them to navigate the legal hurdles of Nevis's roofing regulations. The team also partnered with a local contracting team to ease relations with the government and the local community, providing on-the-job training and bringing the job to life.

The Tesla system is unique in its durability and innovation as well. It is connected to an app that is designed to be intuitive for the homeowner, helping control power consumption and usage. The roofs are also designed to last over time, making them hurricane-force-wind resistant and impact resistant to hail. Each tile is independent, allowing for expansion and contraction in extreme temperatures.

"The Tesla system gives peace of mind to our clients. We saw roofs come out of Hurricane Ian basically untouched and the Powerwall system kept up. There were entire blocks where neighbors were charging their phones at the only house with a Tesla Solar Roof because no one else had power," Ken added.

For the homeowner, the Tesla Solar Roof came with a host of benefits, including ease of use and unmatched durability that provide an excellent return on their investment. In Nevis, the homeowner was able to take their home off-grid without interfering with the quality of their day-to-day life.

Kelly Roofing is now vetting and accepting new international Tesla Solar Roof jobs and is thankful and honored to have been a part of building this customer's home.

Contact us today at 239.228.3276 or by email at: mail@kellyroofing.com for more information.

About Kelly Roofing:

Kelly Roofing is an award-winning, Florida-based, international roofer that has been on the cutting edge of roofing innovation since 1972. They are a Top 100 Roofing Contractor and have been recognized as America's Roofing Contractor of the Year. Kelly Roofing holds dozens of awards including the Roofing Think Tank Innovator of the Year and Fastest Growing Roofing Company in America Award. The company lives by the idea that the values of care, communication, and consistency are the pathways to innovation and outstanding workmanship. Kelly Roofing is a certified Tesla Solar Roof installer and has leveraged this partnership to launch into the international solar roofing market.

To learn more about Kelly Roofing, go to https://www.kellyroofing.com/

Kelly Roofing has completed the first-ever international Tesla Solar Roof installation, marking a significant milestone in green energy innovation. The Florida-based company managed negotiations, logistics, and operations to extend its services into the international field, starting on the island of Nevis in the West Indies.

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

Dr.Buho releases BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 – the top-notch Mac Cleaner app optimized for macOS Ventura 13.3.1

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr.Buho Inc., a leading macOS productivity software company, today announced the official release of BuhoCleaner version 1.9.0, introducing the innovative Compact Mode in BuhoCleaner Menu, greatly improved File Shredder, more intelligent Duplicates feature and other exciting improvements. BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 by far is one of the very few Mac Cleaner apps that're fully optimized for the latest macOS Ventura 13.3.1. Best of all, BuhoCleaner (Single Plan) is in Spring Sale by offering 50% OFF discount for all Mac users with this coupon code: PR04SP23

What is BuhoCleaner:

With more than 550,000 overall downloads since 2020, BuhoCleaner takes the Mac disk cleaning experience to a whole new level with the remarkable capabilities to help users free up space, uninstall stubborn or bloated apps, remove old/large/duplicated files, manage startup items, clear system data, etc. The main purpose of designing BuhoCleaner is to keep a Mac running fast and light.

BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 introduced an array of new features like the Compact Mode for BuhoCleaner Menu app, which enable users to flexibly choose what Mac status is about to showing in the menu bar, like CPU Load/Temp, RAM, Network, etc. It would be greatly useful if users use a Mac with notch, which may limit the menubar display area.

"Our BuhoCleaner is designed for opening up more possibilities for Mac users who are suffered from endless Mac storage cleaning headaches," said Andy, the founder and CEO at Dr.Buho. "With a minimized interface and simplified workflow, BuhoCleaner managed to create a feeling that Mac disk cleaning could be easier than ever."

More Highlights in BuhoCleaner 1.9.0:

* Improved MicroSoft Office Uninstall Workflow - Optimized App Uninstall solution for the most recent version of Microsoft 365 for Mac app suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and OneDrive.

* Improved File Shredder - The completely rebuilt File Shredder feature comes with highly improved file scanning speed and more secure file erasing result.

* Redesigned Duplicates feature - BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 comes with the whole new redesigned UI/UX in Duplicates feature. Now the duplicated file scanning engine gets tremendous speedup thanks to the more powerful algorithm.

Price and Availability:

BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 is now compatible with macOS Ventura 13.3.1 (the latest release) and Apple M2-empowered Macs. In this spring season, BuhoCleaner is offering 50% discount for the Single Plan, customers can use this coupon code to get the offer: PR04SP23.

Take the offer here: https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/buy

About Dr.Buho Inc.:

Dr.Buho Inc. is a leading software development company dedicated to building finely crafted macOS apps. It aims to bring easy-to-use Mac software to users around the world for further improving the experience with their Macs. Know more at https://www.drbuho.com/.

Dr.Buho Inc., a leading macOS productivity software company, today announced the official release of BuhoCleaner version 1.9.0, introducing the innovative Compact Mode in BuhoCleaner Menu, greatly improved File Shredder, more intelligent Duplicates feature and other exciting improvements. BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 by far is one of the very few Mac Cleaner apps that're fully optimized for the latest macOS Ventura 13.3.1.

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

Good Heart Catering Expands Office Catering Delivery Service to Century City

CENTURY CITY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Good Heart Catering, a renowned five-star catering company based in Los Angeles, is excited to announce the expansion of its office catering delivery service to Century City. Known for providing delicious and healthy breakfast and lunch options to Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations, Good Heart Catering is eager to serve the bustling Century City community for various events such as meetings, training sessions, presentations, and outdoor events.

"We're thrilled to bring our exceptional office catering services to the Century City area," said Jon Toktas, Owner of Good Heart Catering. "Our customers have expressed a need for high-quality, reliable catering options in the area, and we're proud to meet that demand."

Good Heart Catering offers a variety of culinary delights to suit any event or business meeting. With options such as gourmet sandwiches, mouthwatering salads, and tantalizing hot entrées, there's something for everyone. To view their complete menu and learn more about their services, visit their Century City Catering page, which also includes information on lunch catering and breakfast catering in the area.

"Century City is home to many innovative businesses and non-profit organizations. We are committed to providing them with the best catering experience possible for all types of events, from meetings and presentations to training sessions and outdoor gatherings," said Toktas. "With Good Heart Catering, clients can expect only the highest-quality ingredients and excellent customer service."

Good Heart Catering has built a reputation for its exceptional service and attention to detail. Their dedicated team of professionals ensures that each event is seamlessly executed, providing peace of mind to clients. The expansion to Century City is expected to strengthen their position as a leading catering company in the Los Angeles area.

Learn more: https://goodheartcatering.com/century-city-catering-delivery.

About Good Heart Catering:

Good Heart Catering is a five-star catering company based in Los Angeles, providing exceptional breakfast and lunch office catering services to Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations. With a commitment to quality, service, and sustainability, Good Heart Catering has become a trusted choice for businesses and events across the region.

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

Good Heart Catering, a renowned five-star catering company based in Los Angeles, is excited to announce the expansion of its office catering delivery service to Century City. Known for providing delicious and healthy breakfast and lunch options to Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations, Good Heart Catering is eager to serve the bustling Century City community for various events such as meetings, training sessions, presentations, and outdoor events.

Related link: https://Goodheartcatering.com/

Domaine Carneros Celebrates Sustainability for Earth Day 2023 – PowerFlex Microgrid represents Next Generation of Solar Power

NAPA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Earth Day 2023 brings a vibrant green to the terrain and vineyards of Domaine Carneros as the 2022-23 winter rains have provided much needed relief from the past five years of draught in California. 2023 will mark a significant advance in the winery's record of sustainability when a new solar microgrid and battery system comes online, providing the winery over 75% energy independence. Since its founding in 1987, Domaine Carneros has put sustainability initiatives at the forefront of their daily practices, consistently working to minimize their environmental impact as true stewards of the land.

The intention at Domaine Carneros is to create the best wines and most memorable sparkling wine experiences through healthy land, vines, and people. For the 36 years since its founding, Domaine Carneros has pushed the sustainability envelope to ensure that the winery lives as lightly on the land as possible while producing excellent grapes, and, of course, wine. In pursuit of the highest standards, Domaine Carneros has sought and received certifications from numerous prestigious sustainable organizations. Annual assessments and audits seek out new areas to improve upon rigorous standards of sustainability not only for the winery, but also for its place in the community and as an employer.

The winery implements the following measures towards continuous improvement:

Re-use and recycling

* Through composting, recycling, and reuse, over 90% of solid waste is diverted from landfills.

* Water used in the production process is recycled and used to irrigate the estate vineyards.

* A decade-long packaging reuse program, whereby 20-25% of cases and inserts are reused for in-house purposes.

Sustainability Practices

* Solar energy has long been a crucial aspect of Domaine Carneros' sustainability plan, having installed the largest solar collection system of any winery in the world when it was implemented in 2003. In 2023, Domaine Carneros will be among the first wineries in the Napa Valley to install a solar microgrid and battery system, which will supply 75% of the winery's power, and ultimately allow the winery to be self-sustaining during power outages.

* The winery's use of skylights, building into the earth, and employing night cooling systems to maintain cellar temperatures all contribute to energy conservation as well as robust employee involvement in daily conservation efforts.

* The winery practices Integrated Pest Management using natural controls for vineyard pests such as boxes to attract owls which feed on voles and using cover crops that attract beneficial insects to control insect pests.

* Grape pomace from harvest is used to feed local cattle in a region of California with historic ties to the dairy business.

Commitment to Employees

* The winery has strong principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and its staff is reflective of that commitment.

* The winery practices open book management, inspiring all employees to be a part of a collective success.

* The winery fosters and encourages mentorship for its staff and embraces professional development beyond the team in the form of scholarship offerings and a fellowship.

The winery has been awarded several prestigious honors from the state of California and other well-respected organizations. In April 2023, the winery received the RISE Leadership Award for outstanding waste prevention and greening of its supply chain. In 2020, the winery received the Napa Climate NOW! award for being a Climate Champion in the Business Category. The winery also received the California Green Medal Business Award in 2019 for "demonstrating smart business through efficiencies, cost savings, and innovation from implementing sustainable practices." Only four wineries are awarded the medal each year, so the honor is quite significant given the number of wineries in the state.

Domaine Carneros has been a Bay Area Green Business since 2014, Fish Friendly Farming certified since 2015, Napa Green Land & Winery since 2014 and Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing since 2015.

Looking towards the future, CEO Remi Cohen reiterated the foundations of the winery's philosophy which she is carrying forward, "Domaine Carneros has always been a leader in thoughtful winemaking and vineyard management, looking towards furthering our sustainability practices and initiatives. As we meet new climate challenges, the winery will always look to be a leader with a light footprint as well as a strong investment in the future of its team and the industry."

ABOUT DOMAINE CARNEROS:

Founded in 1987, Domaine Carneros reflects the hallmark of its founder, Champagne Taittinger, in creating a vision of terroir-driven sparkling wine and preserving the quality tenets of the methode traditionelle of sparkling wine production. Located entirely within the Carneros AVA, between Napa and Sonoma counties, the six estate vineyards total approximately 400 acres with 150 acres planted to chardonnay, and 250 acres planted to pinot noir. The winery focuses on making ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wines largely estate grown and limited production pinot noirs.

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

Earth Day 2023 brings a vibrant green to the terrain and vineyards of Domaine Carneros as the 2022-23 winter rains have provided much needed relief from the past five years of draught in California. 2023 will mark a significant advance in the winery's record of sustainability when a new solar microgrid and battery system comes online.

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

HBCU Green Fund Atlanta University Fellows Spend Spring Break Planting Trees in a Rural African Village to Fight Climate Change

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- A group of HBCU Green Fund Fellows from Atlanta University Center recently dedicated their spring break embedded in an African village on the border of Senegal and Mauritania building a tree shelter, planting trees and digging a well in their ongoing efforts to help the vulnerable communities that are most impacted by the effects of climate change, but contribute the least. The climate advocates spent a full week without Internet, TV and phone service to help mitigate the devastating effects of global warming.

The inaugural HBCU Green Fund Eco Spring Break Service-Learning program at REDES Ecovillages connects students, faculty and alumni from Black colleges including Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse and Spelman Colleges in Atlanta, GA, with students and faculty from Cheik Ante Diop University in Dakar Senegal. With over 100 villages in Senegal and Mauritania, REDES Ecovillages helps traditional communities become ecovillages by blending deep-rooted culture with modern ecological and community-building methods. The program gives students an opportunity to help with the climate crisis, and also learn innovative solutions the Africans have implemented.

"I'm so proud of these young leaders who put down their social media to live for a week with families in a rural village where electricity, water and food were extremely limited. It was a game changer for young professionals who consider themselves to be climate justice advocates," said Felicia Davis, founder of HBCU Green Fund. "The experience provided the volunteers with a deeper understanding of climate change, food waste, plastic pollution, and the devastating impact of wasteful western habits on distant communities along with an opportunity to make a real and tangible difference."

Davis adds, "We gain as much or more than we give, it is powerful to function as a part of nature, as a steward seeking ecological restoration and balance. With a small donation the HBCU Green Fund financed construction of a shelter for tree saplings and a well that women farmers requested so they don't have to walk all the way to the river and back for water."

The Eco Spring Break Service-Learning program is one of several initiatives the HBCU Green Fund sponsors as they cultivate relationships with local communities in the U.S., Africa and throughout the African Diaspora to promote conservation, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture and development. The group currently has ongoing projects in 14 countries in Africa, including Ghana and Tanzania, two of the countries Vice President Harris recently visited and declared climate change an "existential threat to the entire planet."

"It was a life-changing experience," adds Serena Echols, an HBCU Green Fund Fellow and senior environmental science major at Spelman College. "We lived with host families sleeping on the floor just as they do. Our days consisted of working on various projects to help transform the villages of the Sahel. We also learned to milk a cow or a goat and planted more than 100 trees."

"When we returned to the U.S. and heard Vice President Harris' call to action it reinforced our commitment to fighting for climate justice and made us feel like we were playing a personal role in the mission to address the climate crisis in Africa," adds Echols.

About the HBCU Green Fund:

Based in Washington, DC and Atlanta, the HBCU Green Fund (hbcugreenfund.org) is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization working with historically black colleges and universities in the U.S. and abroad to advance sustainability, promote student engagement in green initiatives, and train the next generation of global green leaders. The organization's Atlanta University Center Clean Energy Fellows Program introduces students to career opportunities in the clean energy sector and connects students with Black entrepreneurs that provide training in renewable energy technologies. The HBCU Green Fund partnered the Harambee House/Citizens for Environmental Justice (HH/CFEJ) to lead a delegation of 27 persons from the United States and Africa to participate in COP27 in Egypt last November and are planning to take a delegation to to COP28 in Dubai in November of this year.

Learn more: http://hbcugreenfund.org/

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A group of HBCU Green Fund Fellows from Atlanta University Center recently dedicated their spring break embedded in an African village on the border of Senegal and Mauritania building a tree shelter, planting trees and digging a well in their ongoing efforts to help the vulnerable communities that are most impacted by the effects of climate change, but contribute the least.

Related link: https://hbcugreenfund.org/

Leonard Jones Joins Blaylock Van, Wall Street’s Oldest Continually Operating Black-Owned Firm, as Executive Director of Municipal Banking, Public Finance

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Industry veteran Leonard Jones has been named Executive Director of Municipal Banking and Head of Public Finance for Blaylock Van, LLC, the nation's longest-continuously operating Black-owned investment firm. In this role, he will lead the firm's banking team and solutions for local and municipal government organizations with a focus on financial and risk management.

Most recently, Jones was Managing Director of Moody's Investors Service, where he managed the company's public finance local government ratings group. Prior to that, he served as Partner and Head of Investment Banking for Rice Financial Products and Vice President of Morgan Stanley and Company in New York as well as Chief Consultant for the Zambia Privatization Agency in Zambia, among other notable industry leadership positions.

"Lenny's extensive leadership and strategic expertise will be a tremendous benefit to our clients and our team, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Blaylock Van," said Blaylock Van CEO and President Eric Standifer. "He is a visionary across municipal finance and investment banking as well as marketing and talent development, which will support the continued growth and innovation of our municipal banking and public finance enterprise."

Jones received his MBA from Stanford University's Graduate School of Business and his bachelor's degree in economics from Dartmouth College. He also serves as Board Treasurer for the New York Urban League.

Certified as a Minority Business Enterprise by the State of New York, the State of Wisconsin, the City of New York, and the National Minority Supplier Development Council, Blaylock Van is 81 percent Black-owned. Blaylock Van serves corporations, municipalities, investment managers, and pension funds with a diverse employee base committed to work beyond financial services.

About Blaylock Van, LLC:

Blaylock Van, LLC (BV) is the oldest and continuously operating Black-owned banking firm in the United States, providing personalized services for clients across the country. Clients include corporations, municipalities, investment managers, pension funds, and family offices. The firm's headquarters are in New York City, with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, and Oakland, Calif.

For more information, please visit https://brv-llc.com/

Industry veteran Leonard Jones has been named Executive Director of Municipal Banking and Head of Public Finance for Blaylock Van, LLC, the nation's longest-continuously operating Black-owned investment firm. In this role, he will lead the firm's banking team and solutions for local and municipal government organizations with a focus on financial and risk management.

Related link: https://brv-llc.com/

Richmond SPCA to Benefit from Auction of Landmark Virginia Manor House on Nearly 400 Acres

ST. STEPHENS CHURCH, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Anchored by a 200-year-old manor house surrounded by nearly 400 acres, this historic Virginia estate known as Holly Hill is now truly going to the dogs - and to the cats, rabbits, and many other creatures whose well-being the Richmond SPCA champions and helps safeguard. Thanks to a generous benefactor, the proceeds from the sale of this estate, which is on both the National Register of Historic Places and Virginia Landmarks register, will benefit the local animal welfare non-profit, according to auction firm, Tranzon Fox.

Creatures of both the four- and two-legged varieties will find much to enjoy about life at Holly Hill, including carefully-kept grounds with formal gardens, horse stables with a two-level apartment, fenced pasture land, approximately 136 tillable acres, significant frontage on the Mattaponi River, two ponds, recreational land, and numerous outbuildings.

"This is the fourth property we've auctioned for the benefit of the Richmond SPCA, and of those, Holly Hill is the most expansive and historic," said Bill Londrey, managing partner of Tranzon Fox. "These sales that benefit charities are always some of the most rewarding work we do, so I would encourage anyone seeking a personal or corporate retreat, or a pastoral location for a wedding/events venue or B&B, to visit our website to learn more.

"The auction will take place live and on-site at the property on April 26, 2023, and while there are a couple of opportunities to see the property beforehand, to gain access to the estate, prospective bidders will need to comply with the terms set by the executor. So, I'd say don't wait too long. This property hasn't been on the market in decades, and who knows when you'll have a chance again to buy it."

For more information about the auction, visit Tranzon's auction listing: https://www.tranzon.com/fx2021

About Tranzon:

In 2000, a group of real estate auctioneers banded together to create Tranzon, LLC, a nationwide network that revolutionized the way real estate professionals bring buyers and sellers together. Today, the Tranzon team features some of the most experienced real estate, marketing, and auction professionals in the business. Using Tranzon's Market-Making System(TM), a proven methodology for the accelerated sale of property, the company has conducted tens of thousands of successful commercial and residential auctions for clients including financial institutions, trusts, guardians, estates, and private individuals. All Tranzon companies are independently owned and operated. Tranzon Fox, VAAF 423.

About the Richmond SPCA:

The Richmond SPCA, founded in 1891, is a no-kill humane organization dedicated to the guiding principle that every life is precious. As a national leader in humane care and education, the Richmond SPCA is building a more compassionate community through programs of adoption, rehabilitation, spay/neuter, pet-retention, trap-neuter-vaccinate-return and humane education. For more information, visit https://richmondspca.org/.

Anchored by a 200-year-old manor house surrounded by nearly 400 acres, this historic Virginia estate known as Holly Hill is now truly going to the dogs - and to the cats, rabbits, and many other creatures whose well-being the Richmond SPCA champions and helps safeguard. Thanks to a generous benefactor, the proceeds from the sale of this estate, which is on both the National Register of Historic Places and Virginia Landmarks register, will benefit the local animal welfare non-profit, according to auction firm, Tranzon Fox.

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

MCT AOT Automation Improves Mortgage Lender Profitability and Investor Efficiency

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that it has automated the process of digital TBA trade assignment during the loan sale process for both mortgage lenders and participating correspondent investors. This automation makes assignment of trade loan sales (AOTs) faster, more convenient, and easier for investors to offer, and is expected to further expand on the $19.5 million in cumulative savings experienced by MCT's lender clients as a result of AOTs in 2022.

"During a time of extreme pressure on profit margins industry-wide, we're proud of the impact AOT automation has had for our lender and investor clients," shared Justin Grant, Senior Director, Head of Investor Services at MCT. "Based on our conversations with investors who offer AOTs, we estimate MCT lenders represent around ninety percent of AOT executions in the market today."

AOTs are an increasingly popular industry practice that involves three counterparties - mortgage originator, mortgage investor, and broker dealer - transferring loan collateral and hedge positions to a mortgage investor and executing a tri-party agreement. While the AOT process has been automated for MCT mortgage originators for several years, recent improvements to the functionality have automated the process for participating correspondent investors with support from an integration with Agile's TBA platform.

"As a mortgage investor, Village Capital is always looking for ways to integrate technology to improve the price and efficiency for our approved lenders," said Brandon Knudson, VP of National Correspondent Sales at Village Capital. "Full automation of the AOT process allows us to pass along improved execution to our customers as well as improve the efficiency of processing the AOTs. Since everyone is using the same database of record, it greatly reduces any potential errors and speeds up the process of acceptance."

AOTs enable mortgage lenders to save the bid-offer spread on the to-be-announced mortgage-backed securities (TBAs) used to hedge their open mortgage pipeline. Due to market volatility these bid-offer spreads have been historically wide, averaging 11.3 basis points in 2022. Participating MCT lenders saved an average of $97,538 each through AOTs in 2022.

MCT's Investor Services division offers a comprehensive suite of tools for correspondent investors, including AOT automation and support developing new AOT delivery channels. MCT's AutoBid bid tape pricer automates the process of pricing bid tapes and accepting commitments, while Investor Analytics features unique reporting and visualizations designed to optimize investor pricing and build market share. More AOT channels and sharper investor pricing directly benefits MCT's lender clients and allows investors to improve their market share without lowering margins. Contact MCT to learn more about AOT strategy for lenders and investors.

About MCT:

Founded in 2001, Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT) has grown from a boutique mortgage pipeline hedging firm into the industry's leading provider of fully integrated capital markets services and technology. MCT offers an array of best-in-class services and software covering mortgage pipeline hedging, best execution loan sales, outsourced lock desk solutions, MSR portfolio valuations, business intelligence analytics, mark to market services, and an award-winning comprehensive capital markets software platform called MCTlive! MCT supports independent mortgage bankers, depositories, credit unions, warehouse lenders, and correspondent investors of all sizes. Headquartered in San Diego, California, MCT also has offices in Philadelphia, Healdsburg, and San Antonio. MCT is well known for its team of capital markets experts and senior traders who continue to provide the boutique-style hands-on engagement clients love.

For more information, visit https://mct-trading.com/ or call (619) 543-5111.

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that it has automated the process of digital TBA trade assignment during the loan sale process for both mortgage lenders and participating correspondent investors. This automation makes assignment of trade loan sales (AOTs) faster, more convenient, and easier for investors to offer.

Related link: https://mct-trading.com/

TurboTenant and Armadillo: Simplifying Self-Management for Landlords

FORT COLLINS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Armadillo, a modern tech-enabled home warranty platform, and TurboTenant, a digital one-stop-shop for landlords looking to simplify then scale their rental business, have launched a partnership to provide landlords with an affordable and comprehensive protection plan for their rental properties.

The Armadillo x TurboTenant plan was developed to accommodate the needs of small to midsize landlords. It includes appliance coverage alongside access to 24/7 service requests, troubleshooting, and a vast network of certified maintenance professionals. This partnership provides TurboTenant's landlords with an essential in-platform solution to make property management as stress-free as possible.

"TurboTenant is an incredible platform for landlords looking to have all the tools they need to manage their properties in one place," said Matan Slagter, Armadillo CEO. "We are excited for Armadillo to be offered on TurboTenant to help their landlord community more seamlessly manage breakdowns on their properties and provide an enhanced experience for their tenants - we think TurboTenant and Armadillo make a pretty great team."

The Armadillo x TurboTenant partnership makes being an independent landlord easier and more accessible than ever before. With Armadillo's tech-enabled repair services available on TurboTenant, landlords and tenants can rest easy knowing they'll experience end-to-end support if an appliance breaks down.

"Armadillo's in-platform home warranty service is an indispensable tool that supports our mission of empowering independent landlords at every step of the rental process. TurboTenant is proud to provide our landlords an easy way to protect their bottom line and reduce stress from unexpected maintenance demands," said Seamus Nally, TurboTenant CEO.

Learn more: https://www.armadillo.one/plans/landlords-turbotenant/

About TurboTenant:

More than 525,000 independent landlords across the U.S. enjoy TurboTenant's free, all-in-one online property management solutions. Features offered by TurboTenant include rental applications, tenant screening, property marketing, rent payments, lease agreements, and rent reporting. Please reach out to press@turbotenant.com with any questions.

About Armadillo:

Armadillo is a technology company that offers home warranty plans designed for a new generation of homeowners: streamlined, easy, at-your-fingertips and affordable. Founded in 2021 by Matan Slagter and Lansdon Robbins, Armadillo's mission is to provide an effortless homeownership experience. Armadillo plans are available nationwide. Learn more by visiting https://www.armadillo.one/ or sending an email to info@armadillo.one for media or partnership inquiries.

Armadillo, a modern tech-enabled home warranty platform, and TurboTenant, a digital one-stop-shop for landlords looking to simplify then scale their rental business, have launched a partnership to provide landlords with an affordable and comprehensive protection plan for their rental properties.

Related link: https://www.armadillo.one/

MMI increases platform’s business intelligence and expands mortgage and real estate data analytics capabilities with its Custom Dashboard Hub

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today it has launched its new Custom Dashboard Hub and expanded the business intelligence (BI) tools available on its platform, increasing users' ability and ease in developing strategy, recruiting, nurturing talent and discovering new opportunities.

"With our new Custom Dashboard Hub, users can tap into MMI's deep well of mortgage and real estate data in a faster, more visual format," said MMI founder and CEO Ben Teerlink. "And with an ever-increasing amount of granularity of data, MMI clients have access to competitive analyses and insights of greater specificity and accuracy than ever before."

The expanded dashboard capabilities will allow users to:

* Analyze the market to find hidden pockets of opportunity and gain a competitive advantage at a local market level;

* Delve deeper into their organization's existing data to uncover hidden trends;

* Align sales strategies with overall business goals, including affordable lending initiatives;

* Determine where to adjust pricing to maximize performance in a particular metropolitan statistical area (MSA);

* Develop business development and/or operational strategies using current market data to stay ahead of the curve;

* Recruit using up-to-date production metrics;

* Provide quantitative feedback on loan originator (LO) performance; and

* Identify top overall growth opportunities.

Furthermore, market analysis tools allow users to locate and track high-performance real estate and mortgage markets in their area and show nationwide trends. Up-to-date benchmark statistics enable LOs to quickly compare their performance to their peers nationally and locally. Users can manipulate criteria and filter data on their own - from county to loan type and more - to quickly visualize results relevant to their business. MMI is constantly developing new dashboards in response to the mortgage industry's needs and continuous user feedback and requirements.

"I've found MMI to be beyond insightful in providing data to expand market share and capture new referral partners and recruiting targets," said John Meussner, Production Manager at Mason-McDuffie Mortgage. "With the granular data provided through MMI's updated dashboards, I can focus on targets with whom I know I'll achieve a high success rate, making my efforts more efficient. Best of all, MMI allows me to put more time toward other money-saving activities."

"Enterprise mortgage companies no longer need to feel compelled to purchase and manage their own BI tools," continued Teerlink. "Instead, they can opt to work with MMI to compile the data they need within their own custom dashboard(s). The Custom Dashboard Hub is a one-stop shop for lenders and LOs looking to supercharge their existing BI."

To learn more about MMI and its new Custom Dashboard Hub for mortgage and real estate professionals, contact sales@mmi.io.

About MMI

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) is a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, MMI, provides actionable intelligence for lenders, real estate agents, real estate brokerages, title companies and others in the real estate industry. MMI is currently used by more than 450 enterprise customers, including 20 of the top 25 lenders in the country. To learn more, visit https://mmi.io or contact sales@mmi.io.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today it has launched its new Custom Dashboard Hub and expanded the business intelligence (BI) tools available on its platform, increasing users' ability and ease in developing strategy, recruiting, nurturing talent and discovering new opportunities.

Related link: https://mmi.io

IMPACT AZ 2025 Kicks Off Arizona’s Largest Supplier Diversity Readiness Program with More Than 50 Black-owned Businesses

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Setting the stage for dramatic change among Black-owned Arizona businesses, IMPACT AZ 2025 is kicking off its supplier diversity readiness program to close the racial wealth gap for business owners through a three-year supplier diversity readiness program, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.

The program offers a hybrid of an online curriculum through an interactive e-learning platform with in-person sessions, mentorship and live business coaching. Additionally, business owners a strategic action growth plan with benchmarks and performance targets to access the support and resources necessary to win contracts. The first cohort launches April 24, 2023, in Scottsdale, Arizona, with a full-day business assessment and welcome remarks from major community stakeholders.

The Millionaire Mastermind Academy, a leading nonprofit organization that has helped more than 8,000 diverse women entrepreneurs across the country while addressing barriers to economic mobility, will execute the Impact AZ 2025 programming in partnership with the Black Chamber of Arizona in response to the State of Black Business Report, which highlighted financial gaps and opportunities for diverse business owners.

The solutions-driven accelerator program will expand procurement opportunities with corporations and government entities, preparing business owners to win contracts. Fortune 500 companies spend about 2% annually on minority-owned suppliers, well short of the 10-15% spending goals many corporations set each year, leading to significant improvement opportunities for traditional supplier diversity approaches.

"We are thrilled to be a part of moving the great state of Arizona forward," said Dr. Velma Trayham, founder of the Millionaire Mastermind Academy. "More than 50 local businesses now have access to opportunities and resources that will create job opportunities and economic impact. I look forward to helping more than 250 companies get access to contracting readiness and opportunities. We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, technical assistance partners, mentors and advisors for making this program possible."

JPMorgan Chase is the title sponsor for IMPACT AZ 2025, with additional sponsorship from Arizona Public Service, Salt River Project, Via West Group, American Landmark Apartments, and community partners such as Greater Phoenix Economic Council, the City of Phoenix, the Arizona Informant, Commerce Bank AZ, Growth Partners Arizona, AIANNH Project NABEDC, operated by the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation and SCORE.

"Impact AZ 2025 is groundbreaking for its size and focus on Black entrepreneurs, with clearly measurable metrics focused on advancing Black-owned businesses from solopreneurship to employer-based companies that surpass the $1 million revenue threshold," said Robin Reed, CEO of the Black Chamber of Arizona. "Using data from the State of Black Business report, Impact AZ addresses the most urgent needs for Black-owned businesses today."

The Millionaire Mastermind Academy's Scottsdale office at Arizona State University's Skysong 3 will provide a physical space for entrepreneurs to meet with mentors and corporations as part of the program, which includes three nine-month accelerators. The space will also support collaboration, networking opportunities and round table discussions for business growth.

"JPMorgan Chase is profoundly committed to supporting programs that help close the racial wealth gap and uplifting our Black business and entrepreneurial community is key to achieving that goal," said Ashley Kelly, Senior Business Consultant for Chase in Arizona. "This program will deliver expertise and support to help participants scale and grow their businesses in a sustainable manner. I'm very excited about supporting this collaboration."

"This market cannot fully reach its potential while there are segments of our population underrepresented in high-wage occupations or unable to receive the requisite capital to support innovative business," said Chris Camacho, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. "This initiative takes a critical step in addressing this disparity, with an actionable, solution-driven approach to leveraging regional connections to support Black-owned suppliers and businesses."

Fifty-two Arizona businesses have been accepted into the program, including:

1st Infinity Realty, LLC | 1st Step to Greatness Childcare and Learning Center | Advanced Professional Security | Agape Mortgage Group | All Are Heard Translation/Notary Service | Alla Herbs | Alyrik's Castle | Artastic Art | Beep Beep Interlock | Bri Bucks Coaching and Credit | Bridge Consulting Service, LLC | Broom Bush Tea Co. | Buddhalovmobile | Business Credit Works | Chanel Your Stylist | Citrines, LLC | Coco B Cares | Connect Consulting Solutions DNA Lifestyles, LLC | Down Syndrome Forgotten| Education FIRM, LLC | Essential IV Drip | Finance Therapy Group | Heal Me Fit | Healing Hands | Oasis Wellness Center & Apothecary, LLC | i see water LLC | Inquisicare | Jenga Haus | Kings Glow LLC| LifeologyAZ, Inc.| Lion Eye Design, LLC | Lionsmanseamoss | Live Like You Coaching, LLC | Ms. Martha's Caribbean Kitchen LLC | N-Ovate Business Solutions, LLC | PhillipRobert LLC | Phoenix Play Dates and Field Trips | Phoenix's Favorite Commercial Cleaner | Phree Tha Truth | Radiant Sky Wellness Center | Risome | Simply Celeste's | Sweeping Broom | The Outlandish Blueprint | Top Onyx LLC | TRUE CONFESSION | Vision World LLC | W3AVING W3BS | Yhorlife Inc | Zion Institute.

"This curriculum provides an opportunity for us to improve the tracking, synthesis and socialization of the actionable data for a paradigm shift in Black business owners' generational health and wealth," said Teniqua Broughton, Executive Director for The State of Black Arizona says. "I am pleased to see this collaboration taking a data-driven approach to finding solutions within our Black business ecosystem in our state for wealth building."

About IMPACT AZ 2025:

IMPACT AZ 2025 is Arizona's largest supplier diversity readiness program designed to close the racial wealth gap of black business owners. Supported by the Millionaire Mastermind Academy in partnership with the Black Chamber of Arizona, IMPACT AZ 2025 is a three-year business accelerator focused on supplier diversity training to grow business opportunities.

For more information, visit https://impactaz2025.com/

RELATED LINKS:

https://millionairemastermindacademy.org/

https://www.gpec.org/blog/regional-report-state-of-black-business-2022/

Setting the stage for dramatic change among Black-owned Arizona businesses, IMPACT AZ 2025 is kicking off its supplier diversity readiness program to close the racial wealth gap for business owners through a three-year supplier diversity readiness program, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.

Related link: https://thinkzillaconsulting.com/

California Cannabis Corridor video, hosted by Vista City Council Member, takes viewers on tour of city’s successful recreational and medical cannabis industry

VISTA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- A new GuideMe.Tours video premieres April 15 that takes a "behind-the-doors" look at five of Vista, California's successful cannabis dispensaries and the positive impact the new industry is making in the North County town. The California Cannabis Corridor™ is an informative and heartfelt look at how dispensary community is making an impact on peoples' lives.

The film features Vista Council Member Joe Green as the host and tour guide. A trailer for the film is available today at http://CCCTheMovie.com/.

Green was elected in 2016 and championed the citizens' initiative Measure Z which was passed by Vista voters in 2018 to allow legal cannabis dispensaries. Green believes the film is an important step towards dispelling any remaining myths about the safe and legal operation of cannabis dispensaries.

"Each of our 11 dispensaries is helping to revitalize several areas of our community, and are providing safe, reliable access to medical and recreational cannabis in comfortable and friendly environments. The industry has evolved into treating everything from insomnia, PTSD and other mental health conditions to relief from aching joints and gluten intolerance," says Green.

Prior to legalizing cannabis in 2018, the City of Vista spent more than $1 million per year combatting 21 illegal retail dispensaries. "Measure Z has been 100 percent effective in removing the illegal cannabis trade from our city while becoming a tremendous community benefit contrary to sceptics' concerns," adds Green.

The city estimates the dispensaries will generate $9 million in tax revenues in the 2023-24 fiscal year which will support programs for homeless relief, health clinics, community events and new parks.

The film captures Green's passionate personality as he interviews dispensary operators from Off The Charts, Tradecraft Farms, Coastal Cannabis, Wellgreens and Hello Cannabis.

About the production:

California Cannabis Corridor™ is produced in collaboration with A Different Day Radio, Star Fox Media and HPC.Media under the GuideMe.Tours collaborative. GuideMe.Tours produces video and audio podcast tours, including Vista's Pioneer Beer Trail and Visiting Downtown Vista. Learn more at: https://guideme.tours/

A new GuideMe.Tours video premieres April 15 that takes a "behind-the-doors" look at five of Vista, California's successful cannabis dispensaries and the positive impact the new industry is making in the North County town. The California Cannabis Corridor™ is an informative and heartfelt look at how dispensary community is making an impact on peoples' lives.

Related link: https://guideme.tours/

SOC 1 and 2 reports affirm Dovenmuehle’s stable and secure mortgage subservicing operations

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that public accounting and business advisory firm Plante Moran, PLLC has completed an annual review of Dovenmuehle's subservicing operations and published its findings via Service Organization Control (SOC) 1® Type 2 and SOC 2® Type 2 reports. The new SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports affirm that Dovenmuehle has appropriate internal systems, organization and information security controls for financial reporting and to protect clients' confidential data based on the specific requirements of these independent third-party reviews.

"Dovenmuehle is firmly committed to protecting borrowers' sensitive data and ensuring compliance with the complex regulatory standards to mitigate risk on behalf of our clients. By voluntarily undergoing these rigorous SOC reviews, we can provide our clients with clear proof of the integrity and security of our operations and reporting," said Dovenmuehle Senior Vice President of Business Development David Allison.

The SOC 1 Type 2 report covers Dovenmuehle's internal controls related to financial reporting and provides clients assurance that their financial information is being handled safely and securely. The SOC 2 Type 2 report examines the security, availability and confidentiality relevant to the company's subservicing operations, demonstrating how Dovenmuehle's information security measures align with evolving data protection requirements.

Specifically, the SOC 2 report analyzes Dovenmuehle's internal controls relevant to:

* Security - The system is protected against unauthorized access.

* Availability - The system is available for operation and used as committed or agreed.

* Processing integrity - System processing is complete, valid, accurate, timely and authorized.

* Confidentiality - Information designated as confidential is protected as committed or agreed.

* Privacy - Personal information is collected, used, retained, disclosed and destroyed in accordance with the organization's privacy notice.

The reports are now available to all Dovenmuehle clients via DMIConnect under the "DMI Corporate Documents" tab or by request to the client's Account Manager.

About Dovenmuehle:

Founded in 1844, Dovenmuehle (Lake Zurich, Ill.) is a mortgage subservicer for commercial banks, credit unions, independent mortgage lenders, MSR investors and state housing finance agencies nationwide. The company subservices portfolio loans, as well as loans sold to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae and the Federal Home Loan Bank with servicing retained. Using a combination of best-in-class and proprietary technology, Dovenmuehle helps lenders reduce servicing costs and deliver consistently high levels of service to homeowners while maintaining compliance with investor and regulatory requirements.

Learn more at https://dovenmuehle.com.

Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that public accounting and business advisory firm Plante Moran, PLLC has completed an annual review of Dovenmuehle's subservicing operations and published its findings via Service Organization Control (SOC) 1® Type 2 and SOC 2® Type 2 reports.

Related link: https://dovenmuehle.com/

101 BBQ Hut Reopens at New Westlake Village Location

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Diners in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties mourned the loss of a local barbecue staple: 101 BBQ Hut. Now, the establishment has reopened at a new location in Westlake Village. Formerly operating out of Thousand Oaks on Thousand Oaks Boulevard, the barbecue sandwich shop has moved slightly further south to a new spot on Russell Ranch Road.

The new address is 30768 Russell Ranch Road, Suite A in Westlake Village, the former home of Hook Burger. Now, diners can find 101 BBQ Hut conveniently located within The Shoppes at Westlake Village, meaning they will find ample parking and shopping nearby.

The Westlake Village iteration of 101 BBQ Hut is operating under new management.

That doesn't mean they've veered from their barbecue staples, though. At the new location, the 101 BBQ Hut team serves up sandwiches, bowls, salads, wraps, and more, including the:

* Short Rib Sandwich

* Pulled Pork Sandwich

* Cajun Salmon Salad

* The HUT Brisket Sandwich

* BBQ Chopped Salad

* Louisiana Hot Links Sandwich

* Barbecue Wrap

* BBQ Burrito

These main dishes can come with the sides you'd expect from such an establishment, including chili, BBQ beans, sauteed sweet corn, and coleslaw. The 101 BBQ Hut team also offers a kids' menu and desserts including homemade bread pudding, chocolate lava cake, and seasonal pie.

The full menu is available at the restaurant's website: https://www.101bbqhut.com/

101 BBQ Hut in Westlake Village is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. People can also place an order for pickup by calling (818) 239-8220.

Diners in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties mourned the loss of a local barbecue staple: 101 BBQ Hut. Now, the establishment has reopened at a new location in Westlake Village. The Westlake Village iteration of 101 BBQ Hut is operating under new management.

Related link: https://www.101bbqhut.com/

Foneazy Unlockit iPhone Supports Mac, Remove Various Screen Locks on iPhone on Mac

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Foneazy has proudly announced a major update on its record-breaker product UnlockGo iPhone Screen Unlocker for Mac. The powerful upgrade has provided Mac users with an easy and efficient way to remove various locks on the iPhone.

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/jRLc5riuAqg

Previously, there was only a Windows version available for Unlockit iPhone, but now it has arrived with the newly released version 4.0.0 to the Mac platform as well to unlock Apple ID and remove various screen locks in seconds.

Unlockit iPhone for Mac works even if Find My iPhone is turned off and lets users switch to another Apple ID to enjoy all features of the Apple services. By skipping the MDM locks, it regains full access to Apple devices.

Unlockit iPhone for Mac has a simple, user-friendly interface that works seamlessly on Mac OS 10.12 and later and is compatible with all iOS and iPad OS versions, including the most recent iOS 16 and iPad OS 16.

Main Features of Unlockit iPhone for Mac

1. Removes Apple ID on iPhones or iPad without a password if they have forgotten the Apple ID or using a second-hand iOS device with previous users' Apple ID logged in.

2. The program bypass MDM (Mobile Device Management) locks with just three clicks on locked corporate iOS devices without entering a password and without harming or losing the data.

3. Even if the iPhone is disabled due to wrong passcode attempts, Unlockit iPhone helps remove Screen Passcodes such as 4-digit passcodes, 6-digit passcodes, Touch ID, and Face ID without iTunes permanently and hassle-free.

4. Whether the user has set up a screen time passcode, Unlockit iPhone completes the removal process in seconds without losing the data.

5. Unlockit iPhone features a simple, easy-to-use, and clean user interface to disable iTunes backup encryption settings without a password in a few clicks.

Learn more: https://www.foneazy.com/ios/5-ways-unlock-forgotten-iphone-passcode-without-restore/

About Foneazy:

Foneazy focuses on solving phone-related issues and is trusted by the leading media worldwide. The company aspires to remove screen locks of iOS and Android devices and solves troubles when using your mobile device. Foneazy ensures its products are valuable to its users with added surprises and aims to provide the best possible support.

Official Website: https://www.foneazy.com/

Support/Contact email: support@foneazy.com

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/foneazy

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzxPACAtIsvp5HZx8Hdg-Gw

Foneazy has proudly announced a major update on its record-breaker product UnlockGo iPhone Screen Unlocker for Mac. The powerful upgrade has provided Mac users with an easy and efficient way to remove various locks on the iPhone.

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

Shoe Mogul Steve Madden to Release Updated Version of His Best-Selling Memoir, ‘The Cobbler: How I Disrupted An Industry, Fell From Grace, And Came Back Stronger Than Ever’

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Steve Madden, the iconic business mogul known primarily for his eponymous shoe brand, added bestselling author to his repertoire when he released "THE COBBLER: HOW I DISRUPTED AN INDUSTRY, FELL FROM GRACE, AND CAME BACK STRONGER THAN EVER" in 2020. Bajek Publisher Services and Kucerak + Company announced today that a new, updated version of Madden's updated memoir will be released April 18, 2023. The paperback edition of "The Cobbler" (ISBN: 979-8986463902) will include a new intro and epilogue, as well as a redesigned book cover, resembling the notorious Steve Madden big head ads of the 90s.

In the book about his incredible life journey, Madden takes the reader from his humble beginnings to the success of the multibillion-dollar fashion footwear brand bearing his name. The additional chapters will shed light on the challenges of running a massive business under the unprecedented times that came with COVID-19. Sharing ups and downs in his personal life and business, he continues to make his mark in the industry, not without overcoming obstacles caused by the pandemic.

Steve Madden commented, "Who is Steve Madden? They call me an icon, a shoe mogul. But I'm just a guy who started a company with an investment of eleven hundred dollars and built it to its valuation of three billion." Madden continued by saying, "I made a lot of mistakes along the way-including some that landed me in prison and at the mercy of addiction. I love what I do, I love the hustle, but honestly, I just want every woman in the world wearing Steve Madden shoes."

"In this updated version of The Cobbler, I share my story, with a reimagined version, reflecting on life during a global pandemic and the lessons learned -- something for which everyone can relate," said Madden.

The memoir is an important read for any person looking to be encouraged, enlightened, and entertained. The Cobbler will be distributed domestically and internationally by Cardinal Publishers Group and will be available wherever books are sold, online and at your favorite bookstore.

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

Steve Madden, the iconic business mogul known primarily for his eponymous shoe brand, added bestselling author to his repertoire when he released "THE COBBLER: HOW I DISRUPTED AN INDUSTRY, FELL FROM GRACE, AND CAME BACK STRONGER THAN EVER" in 2020. Bajek Publisher Services and Kucerak + Company announced today that a new, updated version of Madden's updated memoir will be released.

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

Aravenda Consignment Software Selected as Techstars Oakland Backed Company

VIENNA, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aravenda Consignment Software, a leader in consignment software solutions, has been selected as a part of the Techstars Oakland powered by JP Morgan program. Techstars is a prestigious accelerator program that receives over 10,000 applications annually and selects only 2-3% of these applicants in various global cohorts. The Techstars Oakland Program is the first for Techstars in the San Francisco Bay area.

"The Techstars program is more than just a single accelerator; It's a lifelong affiliation with an organization that supports and encourages innovation in the SaaS space, and we are proud to have been selected," said Carolyn Thomson, CEO of Aravenda.

This recognition is a significant milestone for Aravenda and validates its innovative approach to consignment software. Resale is approaching $100 billion + in US-based revenue alone and is expected to grow 127% by 2026.

Aravenda's consignment software feature set has enabled users with vision and passion for resale to create their own Real Real™", StockX™ or Poshmark™ style resale platform. Unique features like fully integrated inbound shipping, remote item entry, pricing assistance and electronic consignor vendor payout functionality are built into the single-price Aravenda subscription enabling online sales and in-store collaborations.

"We're allowing customers to create their own resale platforms with an emphasis on e-commerce supporting brick-and-mortar sales. Aravenda consignment software allows clients to scale their businesses faster, giving them a competitive advantage and generating more profit," said Randy Howard, VP of Operations and Delivery.

In addition to being selected as a Techstars company, Aravenda has continued to receive grant money for improvements and expansion. The International Trade division of Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) awarded Aravenda an export-focused grant to help track their progress toward international growth.

Aravenda, a Shopify Partner since 2018, is committed to fostering partnerships with best-in-class third-party integrations for their clients like Clover and Lightspeed. These programs and awards are critical to Aravenda's international growth strategy and to those in search of the best consignment software to take local resale and antique businesses globally.

Aravenda's enterprise product enables resale franchise operators and national charities, such as the Assistance League, to have an Amazon™ type e-commerce platform where people can support the charity from anywhere. Buyers' orders are fulfilled from multiple locations seamlessly, and local chapters of the charity can maintain a local website for local pick-up. This is a note to Aravenda's unique ability to manage franchises with individual Tax IDs across multiple locations.

"We are delighted to see the growth of our team and the recognition of our successes by companies and competitive programs such as Techstars," stated Carolyn Thompson, CEO. "The resale business is recession-proof and gives individuals the opportunity to scale a profitable business with minimal up-front investment. Aravenda is a fit for small resellers to large enterprise companies with multiple locations and franchises who appreciate our one-stop-shop approach to consignment software and resale solution collaborations."

More information about Aravenda Consignment Software: https://www.aravenda.com/.

Aravenda Consignment Software, a leader in consignment software solutions, has been selected as a part of the Techstars Oakland powered by JP Morgan program. Techstars is a prestigious accelerator program that receives over 10,000 applications annually and selects only 2-3% of these applicants in various global cohorts. The Techstars Oakland Program is the first for Techstars in the San Francisco Bay area.

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

Author Sarah Zadek Releases Evidence-Based Guide to Optimize Fertility

TORONTO, Ontario /ScoopCloud/ -- Author and licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Sarah Zadek, has released a comprehensive guide to fertility. The book is titled "It Takes Two... And A Uterus: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding and Enhancing your Fertility," (ISBN: 978-0228884170; March 1, 2023) the book offers evidence-based guidance on improving the odds of a healthy pregnancy, whether naturally or with the help of advanced reproductive technologies such as IVF.

"It Takes Two... and a Uterus" is a witty and easy-to-follow guide that addresses key factors in fertility, including genetics, gut and vaginal microbiomes, diet, physical activity, sleep, stress, and exposure to environmental toxins. The book also helps readers understand the science behind fertility, troubleshoot "unexplained infertility," PCOS, endometriosis, and the challenges of conceiving in your 30s and 40s.

Whether you're trying to conceive naturally or with the help of reproductive technologies, there are things you can do to optimize your fertility. This book provides evidence-based guidance on how to do just that, no matter your gender, sexual orientation, or relationship status.

In "It Takes Two... and a Uterus," readers will learn how to track ovulation, when to have sex or inseminate, and which supplements may help along the way. The book also offers practical tips on how to reduce stress and exposure to environmental toxins, both of which can impact fertility.

Dr. Zadek ND currently practices at Conceive Health at TRIO Fertility in Toronto, an integrative clinical model that supports collaboration between naturopaths and medical practitioners. Conceive Health is one of the exhibitors at The 2023 6th Annual Canadian Fertility Show which will be held Saturday, May 13, 2023. The event includes a robust lineup of speakers on a variety of topics supporting multiple areas of family planning. Dr. Sarah will be at the Conceive booth holding a giveaway with copies of the book as prizes.

"It Takes Two... and a Uterus" is now available for purchase in print and ebook formats on Amazon and other major book retailers.

For more information, please visit https://sarahzadekfertility.com/.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Dr. Sarah Zadek

Website: sarahzadekfertility.com

Contact: https://sarahzadekfertility.com/contact/

Buy Link: https://a.co/d/gG0ufsQ

Genre: Health & Wellness

Released: March 1, 2023

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 997-80228884170

Publisher: Tellwell ( https://www.tellwell.ca/ )

Author and licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Sarah Zadek, has released a comprehensive guide to fertility. The book is titled "It Takes Two... And A Uterus: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding and Enhancing your Fertility," (ISBN: 978-0228884170; March 1, 2023) the book offers evidence-based guidance on improving the odds of a healthy pregnancy, whether naturally or with the help of advanced reproductive technologies such as IVF.

Related link: https://sarahzadekfertility.com/

Recover Out Loud: Are Campaigns Like ‘Sober Voices’ the Spark Needed to Inspire Change and Tackle Addiction Taboos Head-On?

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Soberlink, a leading provider of technology-driven addiction recovery solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its stigma-breaking "Sober Voices" campaign for Alcohol Awareness Month. In an effort to empower individuals in their journey to sobriety and break the stigma surrounding addiction, Soberlink encourages people to share their personal recovery stories on social media using the hashtag #sobervoices and tagging @soberlink.

If shares include the hashtag #SoberVoices and tags Soberlink, the company will donate to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD).

The "Sober Voices" campaign is driven by the powerful stories of former Soberlink clients who are eager to share their experiences in hopes of helping others.

"We are truly honored to work with such amazing Soberlink clients who are willing to share their stories," said Thy-An Tran, Soberlink's Director of Marketing and Advertising. "Many of the clients we speak to are happy to share their experiences in hopes of helping others, and it's a very heartwarming experience for us to be able to be a part of their journey."

By fostering open and honest conversations about addiction and recovery, the "Sober Voices" campaign aims to create a ripple effect of hope, understanding, and acceptance. The campaign highlights the importance of community and support in the recovery process and seeks to inspire change and address the taboos that still exist around addiction.

Participants are encouraged to share their stories throughout Alcohol Awareness Month to help raise funds for NCADD and continue the conversation around addiction and recovery. Together, we can inspire change and tackle addiction taboos head-on.

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

Soberlink, a leading provider of technology-driven addiction recovery solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its stigma-breaking "Sober Voices" campaign for Alcohol Awareness Month. In an effort to empower individuals in their journey to sobriety and break the stigma surrounding addiction, Soberlink encourages people to share their personal recovery stories on social media using the hashtag #sobervoices and tagging @soberlink.

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UltData WhatsApp Recovery V2.0.0 Newly Updated to Recover Deleted WhatsApp Messages Without Backup on Android OS

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Tenorshare Co., Ltd (Hong Kong) is a leading provider of highly efficient and user-friendly software solutions, backed by a team of dedicated experts. In response to multiple complaints from WhatsApp users regarding the challenges of recovering deleted messages on Android and iOS devices, Tenorshare has recently launched its latest innovation - UltData WhatsApp Recovery V2.0.0. This advanced software solution has been designed to seamlessly recover deleted WhatsApp messages without backup on Android and iPhone.

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Tenorshare Co., Ltd (Hong Kong) is a leading provider of highly efficient and user-friendly software solutions, backed by a team of dedicated experts. In response to multiple complaints from WhatsApp users regarding the challenges of recovering deleted messages on Android and iOS devices, Tenorshare has recently launched its latest innovation - UltData WhatsApp Recovery V2.0.0.

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

iEmergent shares top takeaways from 2022 HMDA data

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced the immediate availability of 2022 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data in Mortgage MarketSmart. To celebrate providing lenders with early access to HMDA reporting, iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli shared summary observations drawn from the loan-level origination data.

Top takeaways from 2022 HMDA data:

1. The last 12 months saw the U.S. mortgage market sliced in half.

While it comes as no surprise that lenders originated far fewer loans in 2022 than in 2021, HMDA data illuminates just how steep the dropoff was. Purchase units fell 19% and refinance (refi) units fell 70% year over year. Altogether, the market saw a combined 50.6% drop in purchase and refi units.

2. IMBs continue to carry a heavy load.

In 2022, independent mortgage banks (IMBs) represented just 20% of all U.S. lending institutions, yet they accounted for 58% of purchase and refi units and 56% of purchase and refi dollars originated. By comparison, credit unions were 33% of all lending institutions but represented just 9% of purchase and refi units and 7% of purchase and refi dollars. Banks were 47% of all lending institutions but represented 34% of purchase and refi units and 38% of purchase and refi dollars.

3. Credit unions are still playing catch-up in the pivot to purchase.

Purchase originations dominated in 2022, accounting for 62% of purchase and refi units and 68% of purchase and refi dollar volume industry-wide. But while banks and IMBs have crossed the threshold from mostly-refi to mostly-purchase, refi transactions still accounted for a majority (55%) of loan units originated by credit unions.

4. Select lenders are holding their own in a challenging market.

In 2022's contracting mortgage market, some lenders managed to turn lemons into lemonade. Seven of the year's top overall lenders by unit volume were new to the top 20, as were eight of the year's top overall lenders by dollar volume. Slicing the data by loan purpose shakes up the top 20 considerably, with IMBs taking 14 of the top 20 spots for purchase originations, IMBs and banks splitting the top 20 almost evenly for refi originations, and banks and credit unions dominating the top 20 for home improvement loans.

5. Buyers are borrowing more than ever.

The average size of a purchase loan increased 7.7% year over year from $337,813 in 2021 to $363,978 in 2022, outpacing overall inflation (*SEE NOTE 1) and exacerbating challenges to housing accessibility and affordability.

"In the current mortgage market, lenders face adversity and opportunity in almost equal measure - a story that is borne out in the latest HMDA data," said Nossuli. "iEmergent's Mortgage MarketSmart brings this story to life and puts it into actionable context with rich maps and forecasts that quantify a lender's market gaps all the way down to the neighborhood level."

HMDA data shows lenders how they stack up against peers

The integration of 2022 HMDA data into Mortgage MarketSmart, iEmergent's industry-first market visualization platform, makes it easy for lenders to compare their performance against competitors' across numerous categories including:

* Purchase origination units and dollars
* Refi origination units and dollars
* Borrower race
* Borrower ethnicity
* Loan type (conventional, jumbo, government)
* Borrower income (low, moderate, middle, upper)

By blending current HMDA data with historical market analysis and highly reliable forecasting, Mortgage MarketSmart gives lenders everything they need to quantify and act on market growth opportunities, including diverse lending and recruiting strategies that support financial institutions' fair lending and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) obligations. In fact, a comparison of iEmergent's U.S. Mortgage Origination Forecast against HMDA actuals shows that iEmergent predicted overall 2022 purchase originations with an accuracy over 99%.

To subscribe to Mortgage MarketSmart and gain access to 2022 HMDA data, request a demo.

About iEmergent

Founded in 2000, iEmergent provides mortgage lending forecasts and analytics to the lending, housing and real estate industries. The company offers an extensive variety of forecast and market intelligence products, including Mortgage MarketSmart, a visualization tool that helps lenders quantify how mortgage markets will change.

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

CITATION:

*NOTE 1: https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/consumer-price-index-2022-in-review.htm#:~:text=Consumer%20prices%20for%20all%20items,December%202021%20to%20December%202022

iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced the immediate availability of 2022 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data in Mortgage MarketSmart. To celebrate providing lenders with early access to HMDA reporting, iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli shared summary observations drawn from the loan-level origination data.

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

Pleasanton Unified School District (CA) Selects Synergy SIS

PLEASANTON, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) has selected the company's industry-leading Synergy® Student Information System (SIS) to replace its current system from Aequitas for its K-12 student data management needs. The district's Synergy solution will include Synergy SIS and Synergy Online Registration hosted on Edupoint's AWS Cloud Hosting platform. PUSD is located in the greater San Francisco Bay area, where it serves over 14,000 students.

Pleasanton Unified School District needed to replace its SIS with a modern system providing comprehensive functionality, ease of use, and the security benefits that come with world-class cloud hosting. The district took advantage of California's Ed Tech Joint Powers Authority consortium purchasing agreement to accelerate the selection process, inviting 10 focus groups - comprised of teachers, principals, and classified staff from across the district - to participate in the selection process from needs assessment through scoring, product demos, and reference checks. PUSD selected Synergy SIS based on the product's functional capabilities, the company's strengths as a vendor partner, and local references.

Synergy SIS is a comprehensive student information management system that goes beyond the boundaries of a traditional SIS, providing the real-time student data that educators need to improve learning outcomes for students while helping districts streamline processes, increase collaboration, and advance equity. As the foundation of the Synergy Education Platform ecosystem, Synergy SIS makes it easy for districts to extend capabilities as needs change, with seamlessly integrated modules for online registration, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics, as well as a powerful suite of native, role-based mobile apps.

"The district was looking for a modern and robust database system for the long haul," said Robert Torres, Chief Technology Officer at PUSD. "Simply put, the Synergy platform fit the bill. During the vetting process our district found a partner committed to ensuring the success of the project and beyond."

"With Synergy, Pleasanton Unified School District is getting a robust and secure student data management solution that offers not only all of the latest bells and whistles, but also the ease of use and time savings that provide significant everyday value for users," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO at Edupoint. "We are pleased to be partnering with PUSD in its modernization journey and supporting the district in its mission of preparing students to 'make a better world.'"

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work.

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

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

Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) has selected the company's industry-leading Synergy® Student Information System (SIS) to replace its current system from Aequitas for its K-12 student data management needs. The district's Synergy solution will include Synergy SIS and Synergy Online Registration hosted on Edupoint's AWS Cloud Hosting platform.

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

MCTlive! Lock Volume Indices: March 2023 Data

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the leader in capital markets software and services supporting more lenders with hedging and pipeline management solutions than any other single provider, is pleased to present the MCTlive! Lock Volume Indices for March 2023. MCT Data represents a balanced cross section of several hundred lenders among retail, correspondent, wholesale, and consumer direct channels. A broad-based view of the entire market provides a more accurate picture of mortgage originations versus indices that are influenced by mega lenders. The March MCTlive! Lock Volume Indices is broken out by transaction type: purchase, rate/term refinance, and cash out refinance.

March MCTlive! Lock Volume Indices show that after a downward trend in February, lock volume increased across the board for the month. Purchase lock activity was up 23% compared to February, rate/term refinance volume was up 39%, and cash-out refinance volume was up 28%. Lock activity in total was up 24% versus February. The fall of Silicon Valley Bank and the expectation of the fed to ease rate hikes resulted in a modest drop in mortgage rates in March. As the fed reaches for its terminal fed funds rate and we begin moving into the spring, we should see the affect on purchase activity. As it stands, total lock activity is still down 32% from a year ago. That is primarily due to a drop off in refinance demand, as purchase lock activity sits 21% lower than at the same point last year. Rate and term refinance volume is down 63% from one year ago, and cash-out refinance volume is down 75% over that same period.

It is important to note that MCT's rate lock activity indices are based on actual dollar volume of locked loans, not number of applications. Especially in a tight purchase market, MCT believes its methodology (using actual loans locked vs. applications) is a more reliable metric. There is a higher likelihood of having multiple applications per funded loan, and prequals do not convert at as high of a rate in the current market as has historically been the case - especially when applications are counted at the early stage of entering a property address.

* Index values to end March as a percentage benchmarked to the start of the month

Category | Month-Over-Month Index Value Change

Total: 24.12%

Purchase: 23.49%

Rate/Term Refinance: 39.17%

Cash Out Refinance: 28.30%

* INDEX VALUE CHANGE YEAR-OVER-YEAR

Category | Year-Over-Year Index Value Change

Total: -31.95%

Purchase: -21.19%

Rate/Term Refinance: -63.06%

Cash Out Refinance: -74.99%

MCT will be publishing the MCTlive! Mortgage Lock Volume Indices monthly, intending the data to serve as an enduring informational tool for industry participants, analysts, and watchers.

About MCT:

Founded in 2001, Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT)® has grown from a boutique mortgage pipeline hedging firm into the industry's leading provider of fully integrated capital markets services and technology. MCT's offerings include mortgage pipeline hedging, best execution loan sales, business intelligence and analytics, outsourced lock desk solutions, MSR valuation, hedging, and bulk sales, and the world's first, truly open marketplace for loan sales. MCT supports independent mortgage bankers, depositories, credit unions, warehouse lenders, and correspondent investors of all sizes within its award-winning digital platform, MCTlive!®. Headquartered in sunny San Diego, MCT also has offices in Healdsburg, CA, Philadelphia, PA and Texas.

For more information, visit https://mct-trading.com/

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the leader in capital markets software and services supporting more lenders with hedging and pipeline management solutions than any other single provider, is pleased to present the MCTlive! Lock Volume Indices for March 2023. MCT Data represents a balanced cross section of several hundred lenders among retail, correspondent, wholesale, and consumer direct channels.

Related link: https://mct-trading.com/

System4 of Jacksonville Recently Purchased by New Franchise Owner

CLEVELAND, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced that the System4 of Jacksonville office location is under new ownership.

"We are excited to share that System4 of Northern Florida, previously named System4 of Jacksonville, has recently assumed new ownership. System4 of Northern Florida offers customized facility service solutions to greater Jacksonville and surrounding communities," said Scott Kubec, Chief Operating Officer, System4 Facility Services Management.

System4 of Northern Florida customers will continue to experience the same great solutions, and customer service while under new ownership. Then, for businesses who are seeking the perfect facility services partner, this is a great opportunity for you to partner with a national company with a local presence that will work with you to create customized commercial cleaning, disinfecting and repair and maintenance solutions.

On March 1, 2023, Wes Henderson assumed ownership of the System4 of Northern Florida office. The System4 of Northern Florida office is located at 12724 Gran Bay Parkway W, STE 410, Jacksonville, FL 32258, and can be reached at 904-906-6400.

"I could not be more excited to be the new, proud Franchise Owner of System4 of Northern Florida. System4 of Northern Florida is the perfect facility services partner for businesses of any size or type. We pride ourselves on exemplary customer services, and look forward to servicing the greater Jacksonville, and surrounding communities," states Wes Henderson, Franchise Owner System4 of Northern Florida.

About System4:

Founded in 2012, System4 Facility Services Management has become an industry leader in commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance. With more than 65 locations nationally, System4 manages the interior and exterior of any size or type facility. As a business's one point of contact for all facility service needs, System4 simplifies processes for business owners, operators, and management by saving time, reducing complexity and overall cost.

Learn more: https://system4.com/.

System4 Facility Services Management, an industry leader in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced that the System4 of Jacksonville office location is under new ownership.

Related link: https://system4.com/

New Planned Industrial Projects Spikes Up 82% in March 2023 from Previous Month

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- IMI SalesLeads announced today the March 2023 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 192 new projects in March as compared to 110 in February 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 - 171 New Projects

Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 77 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Scope/Activity

New Construction - 61 New Projects

Expansion - 56 New Projects

Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 76 New Projects

Plant Closings - 18 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Location (Top 10 States)

North Carolina - 15

Indiana - 14

Ohio - 14

South Carolina - 11

Michigan - 10

Tennessee - 9

Texas - 9

Ontario - 8

Alabama - 7

California - 7

Largest Planned Project

During the month of March, our research team identified 20 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by LG Energy Solution, who is planning to invest $5.5 billion for the construction of a manufacturing facility in QUEEN CREEK, AZ. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2025.

Top 10 Tracked Industrial Manufacturing Projects

ONTARIO:

Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $5 billion for the construction of a manufacturing facility in ST. THOMAS, ON. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

MICHIGAN:

Automotive mfr. is considering investing $4 billion for the construction of an EV battery manufacturing facility and currently seeking a site in MICHIGAN.

INDIANA:

Pharmaceutical company is planning to invest $2.1 billion for the construction of a processing and research complex in LEBANON, IN. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

SOUTH CAROLINA:

Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $2 billion for the construction of a manufacturing facility in BLYTHEWOOD, SC. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2023.

INDIANA:

Battery component mfr. is planning to invest $1.5 billion for the construction of a 1.4 million sf manufacturing facility in TERRE HAUTE, IN. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2027.

NOVA SCOTIA:

Tire mfr. is planning to invest $303 million for the expansion of their manufacturing facility in BRIDGEWATER, NS. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

ALABAMA:

Ammunition mfr. is planning to invest $250 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in VALLEY, AL. They have recently received approval for the project.

NORTH CAROLINA:

Railroad car mfr. is planning to invest $220 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in LEXINGTON, NC. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for early 2024.

OHIO:

Energy company is planning to invest $220 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a 1.1 million sf solar panel manufacturing facility at 3600 Etna Pkwy in PATASKALA, OH. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2023.

TENNESSEE:

Automobile parts mfr. is planning to invest $147 million for a 55,000 sf expansion and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in MORRISTOWN, TN. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

About IMI SalesLeads, Inc.

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

Visit us at https://www.salesleadsinc.com/.

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

IMI SalesLeads announced today the March 2023 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 192 new projects in March as compared to 110 in February in the Industrial Manufacturing sector.

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

Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children’s Hospital Host Successful Free Workshop Series for Autism Caregivers

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- On March 22, 2023, Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital co-hosted a free workshop to help caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The "Orientation to Autism Diagnosis and Treatment" event was designed to provide essential information for parents and other caregivers, with the aim of helping them navigate the challenges of caring for a child with ASD. The workshop was held both in-person and online to ensure optimal accessibility for attendees.

During the event, ASD experts from Stride and Blank Children's Hospital shared their knowledge on key areas, including navigating autism diagnostic assessments, the post-diagnosis applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy assessment and treatment process, and strategies to implement at home while on a waitlist. The content was tailored for caregivers in the early stages of navigating an ASD diagnosis or suspected autism.

This workshop was the first in a series of planned events between Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital. Both organizations are committed to providing ongoing resources and care for children with ASD and their caregivers throughout Iowa.

"We are proud to work alongside Blank Children's Hospital to support families navigating an ASD diagnosis," said Brad Zellinger, CEO & Founder of Stride Autism Centers. "By offering these workshops, we hope to empower caregivers with the knowledge and tools they need to provide the best possible care for their child."

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. With numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska, Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills.

To learn more about Stride Autism Centers and its services, interested families can contact Stride at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska), or visit stridecenters.com.

About Stride Autism Centers:

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. Stride has numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska. Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills. Families interested in learning more can contact Stride Autism Centers at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska).

Learn more at https://stridecenters.com/

On March 22, 2023, Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital co-hosted a free workshop to help caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The "Orientation to Autism Diagnosis and Treatment" event was designed to provide essential information for parents and other caregivers, with the aim of helping them navigate the challenges of caring for a child with ASD.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Fernando S. Ereneta, CFP® – CEO of Legacy Wealth Advisors has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor List for the sixth year in a row – in Illinois

WARRENVILLE, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Raymond James Financial Services is proud to announce that Fernando S. Ereneta of Legacy Wealth Advisors has once again been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor list!

The recently released list recognizes advisors and practices on a state-by-state basis from national, regional and independent firms: https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-wealth-advisors/?sh=181ba856ab97

"For the sixth year in a row, I've been named as one of Forbes' Best in State advisors for Illinois. I'm grateful for the many families we have served, some relationships for over 20 years," said Fernando S. Ereneta, CFP®.

He added, "This award is a testament to the clients who have placed their trust in us, as well as the entire Legacy Wealth team, that has continued to grow and develop in order to serve clients better every day. We view our clients as extended family and look at awards like this, as simply a reminder of the ways in which we have been able to guide clients in their financial journeys."

The Legacy Wealth Advisors team has also recently been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams Lists, and includes Financial Advisors, Fernando S. Ereneta, CFP®, Justin Ancona, CFP® & Jennifer Secola, CFP®.

Fernando Ereneta, CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor

Registered Principal, RJFS, Inc.

CEO, Legacy Wealth Advisors

Legacy Wealth Advisors

4200 Cantera Drive | Suite 221 | Warrenville, IL 60555

630-791-9226 (Phone/Fax)

fernando.ereneta@raymondjames.com

www.legacywealthadvisorsil.com

Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SPIC.

Investment advisory services offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc.

Legacy Wealth Advisors is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER(tm), CFP® (with plaque design) and CFP® (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.

Forbes Top Wealth Advisors Best-In-State (2023)

The Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors 2023 ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings and a ranking algorithm that includes: a review of best practices, client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. This ranking is based upon the period from 6/30/2021 to 6/30/2022 and was released on 4/4/2023. Investment performance is not a criterion because audited records rarely exist and clients have varying risk levels. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client's experience. Research Summary (as of April 2023): 39,007 Advisor nominations were received based on high thresholds. 22,243 Advisors were invited to complete the online survey. SHOOK has conducted over 17,546 telephone interviews with advisors. 3,557 Advisors were interviewed in-person at the Advisors' location and 1,361 interview were web-based. Final list of the top 250 advisors was then compiled based an algorithm that considers both quantitative and qualitative criteria. This ranking is not indicative of an advisor's future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients' experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its Financial Advisors or RIA firms pay a fee in exchange for this award/rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. Please see https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-wealth-advisors/?sh=181ba856ab97 for more info.

2023 Forbes America's Top Wealth Management Teams Best-in-State

The 2023 Forbes ranking of America's Top Wealth Management Teams Best-In-State, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. This ranking is based upon the period from 4/1/2021 to 3/31/2022 and was released on 01/12/2023. Advisor teams that are considered must have one advisor with a minimum of seven years of experience, have been in existence as a team for at least one year, have at least 5 team members, and have been nominated by their firm. The algorithm weights factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Out of approximately 8,000 team nominations, 2,860 advisor teams received the award based on thresholds. This ranking is not indicative of an advisor's future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients' experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its Financial Advisors or RIA firms pay a fee in exchange for this award/rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. Please see https://www.forbes.com/lists/list-directory/#470ac626b274 for more info.

About Raymond James Financial Services

As of 12/31/2022. Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. is a financial services firm supporting independent financial advisors nationwide. Since 1974, Raymond James Financial Services Inc., member FINRA/SIPC, has provided a wide range of investment and wealth planning related services through its affiliate, Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. Both broker/dealers are wholly owned subsidiaries of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE-RJF) a leading diversified financial services company with approximately 8,700 financial advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are $1.17 trillion. Additional information is available at raymondjames.com.

Raymond James Financial Services is proud to announce that Fernando S. Ereneta of Legacy Wealth Advisors has once again been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor list! The recently released list recognizes advisors and practices on a state-by-state basis from national, regional and independent firms.

DeepAI, The First Online Text-To-Image Generator, Sees Tenfold User Growth in the Last Year

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kevin Baragona, founder and CEO of DeepAI, an online and API accessible AI (artificial intelligence) service that gives everyone the opportunity to use new AI technology to generate custom images, relevant content and more, has shown 10x user growth over the past year.

Launched in 2016 at DeepAI.org, it was the first company to offer an online AI text-to-image generator. Conceptualized to bring AI technology to the masses, DeepAI is a free tool and requires no signup. For a nominal fee, it comes with the option to access Pro features and create more AI generated content. Unlike many other AI generation platforms and in line with US law, DeepAI makes no claim on the copyright of the generated outputs. This means they can be used freely by users for any legal purpose.

Generative Artificial Intelligence functions by building computer models from a broad dataset of examples. When users enter various inputs, DeepAI's trained AI generators create something entirely new and unique.

"DeepAI is designed to not only simplify access to AI technology, but to deliver immediate results," said Baragona. "Visitors to DeepAI will find the website streamlined, easy to use and fast. In the coming year my vision is to make AI accessible to users who don't even use computers."

The DeepAI suite of AI tools consists of approximately 30 AI generators available both online and via their API. Each API can be accessed readily through the user's selected programming language allowing them to build their own applications.

Some of the most popular DeepAI tools are:

* Text-to-Image Generator. Users enter a description of the image they would like to create, select a theme and receive a custom image for download.

* AI Chat. An AI chatbot that can write content, stories, messages, or provide tutoring and advice on almost any subject.

* AI Image Editor. This allows users to upload their own file for editing. They simply describe the edits they want to make, and it will make them.

Images created by DeepAI users on its free tier are posted to its public community art feed for all to appreciate.

To further AI learning and understanding, DeepAI hosts an extensive repository of research papers and an AI Glossary that explain AI in great detail, from theoretical to practical.

DeepAI offers industry-leading email support where both paid and free users can easily reach a customer success specialist. This stands as testament to its commitment to its loyal user base, and the stability of its products to operate without issue.

Pricing:

DeepAI's basic online features are available at no cost. The free tier usage limits vary based on type of use and are subject to change.

For those in need of more extensive use, DeepAI Pro is a premium offering for $4.99 per month that includes:

* 500 images per month; an additional $5 for 500 more.

* Private image generation.

* The complete image styles library.

* Full access to AI Chat

* API access, perfect for beginner and advanced developers.

* An ad free experience.

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

About the Founder:

DeepAI founder Kevin Baragona is a professional software engineer and product developer with more than a decade of experience. His goal in designing and developing DeepAI is to create a comprehensive platform that's intuitive for general practitioners, useful for developers to integrate DeepAI into their projects and to introduce learners new to AI to its many and varied capabilities.

For additional information and to try DeepAI, visit DeepAI.org. To contact the DeepAI team, email team@deepai.org.

Kevin Baragona, founder and CEO of DeepAI, an online and API accessible AI (artificial intelligence) service that gives everyone the opportunity to use new AI technology to generate custom images, relevant content and more, has shown 10x user growth over the past year.

Related link: https://deepai.org/

Orange Blossom Classic Partners with HANG Media in Creating National Watch Party Featuring Exclusive Connections to Conversations with Star Athletes and Celebrities

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- One of the country's most historic college football games, the storied Denny's Orange Blossom Classic presented by Ready Life, is poised to continue shining light on its bright future. Fans are invited to join a national watch party, which includes the opportunity to discuss an array of topics while viewing the game with sports heroes and celebrities through online channel, HANG Media.

Kendra Bulluck is the executive director of the Orange Blossom Classic Committee (OBC). She is one of only a few women who own rights to a major sports property. Today she is thrilled to announce a partnership with New York-based, HANG Media. Together, they will provide a live game co-viewing experience in an effort to bring HBCUs and the community together. Fans will have the opportunity to mingle with HBCU legends and supporters, which includes current NFL players and entertainers. In addition, the partnership creates a new and national media platform for brands to connect directly with consumers through bespoke association with the OBC.

Founded in 1933 ran consecutively through 1978 and after a 43-year hiatus, the Orange Blossom Classic was re-established by Bulluck in 2021. Its historic importance in the college football landscape and HBCU experience is significant. 2023 marks the third year of the Orange Blossom Classic and the big game will be held on Sunday, September 3 at Hard Rock Stadium. With fans, alumni, HBCU students, and sports enthusiasts ascending on the city of Miami Gardens, this year's theme has been dubbed "The Reunion."

"At its inception, The Orange Blossom Classic created opportunity and inspiration under strict segregation laws. To see this property return on new stages with new platforms in what we trust is a new media world, is an honor and a responsibility," said Jon Klein, HANG ceo and co-founder. "We are thrilled to be working with Kendra and her team to elevate conversations around the Orange Blossom Classic and increase its connections with real people and supportive brands who honor and value the HBCU missions of education and opportunity."

"As the buzz around HBCUs continues to grow, we are proud to partner with HANG in hosting the watch party of the year. We are so proud to bring fans, legendary football players, and entertainers together in what's sure to be a memorable experience for all. Bringing members from across all spectrums of the community together is our top priority. This star-studded watch party is sure to do just that," stated Kendra Bulluck, Orange Blossom Classic Committee executive director.

Denny's Orange Blossom Classic Presented by Ready Life will also be televised on one ESPN's family of networks.

About Orange Blossom Classic:

Founded in 1933 by the son of Florida A&M University's president, J.R.E. Lee Jr. The inaugural Orange Blossom Classic welcomed 2,000 fans to the "blacks-only" ballpark in Jacksonville, Florida, where FAMU beat Howard 9-0 and successfully established the foundation of HBCU classics. After a 43-year hiatus, The Orange Blossom Classic was re-established in 2021 with a mission to enhance the exposure of Historically Black Colleges & Universities.

In its second year, the OBC attracts thousands of fans, alumni, school members, and family members, highlighting interest in HBCUs and their roles in educating aspiring professionals and developing future leaders. However, its main goal remains to raise scholarship funds for the participating schools for years to come, helping to support the knowledge and experience offered by the discipline, commitment, and dedication it takes to be a Historically Black College & University student.

About HANG:

HANG is the leading celebrity-fan community, with 13+ million users taking part in virtual watch parties and IRL gatherings around major sports events including pro and college football, basketball, baseball, and soccer. Fans come face to face with their idols - star athletes, performers, and influencers - while everyone is watching the game on their own TV's. It's a dream come true for sports lovers, who get to have fun and frank conversations with their heroes about life on and off the field, play trivia contests, and sample products delivered by top sponsors including Coca-Cola, Dave & Busters, Academy Sports + Outdoors, Pernod Ricard, Twang, and others.

Join the fun at https://letshang.live.

One of the country's most historic college football games, the storied Denny's Orange Blossom Classic presented by Ready Life, is poised to continue shining light on its bright future. Fans are invited to join a national watch party, which includes the opportunity to discuss an array of topics while viewing the game with sports heroes and celebrities through online channel, HANG Media.

Related link: https://letshang.live/

Stack Sports and LifeBrand Announce Partnership to Promote Positive Social Media Presence For Athletes In Their Sports Journey

PLANO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, LifeBrand, an AI-powered Social Media Cleaning platform, and Stack Sports proudly announce their partnership to empower athletes to use social media intelligently and responsibly. Together, they will be able to help athletes and students use their online presence to their fullest potential by clearing away potentially harmful content that can affect their future success in academic, professional, and athletic arenas.

The Stack Sports ecosystem powers every aspect of sports from kids eager to learn the game to high school, college, and professional athletes. Along with athletes, Stack Sports also serves millions of parents and volunteers who dedicate their time to sports in their communities.

"Stack Sports is forward thinking and has the best interest of their users in mind," said Jemma Barbarise-Kelley, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of LifeBrand. "They understand the power, impact, and influence of social media on young people and that LifeBrand's technology can help student-athletes so that their social media can mature along with them as they continue to learn, grow, and earn new athletic opportunities."

"In addition to having a shared belief in the value of positive social media, [Stack] is a perfect partner for us because they make strategic decisions that put their athletes and students first, prioritize innovation, and foster long-term growth," added Barbarise-Kelley.

CaptainU, a self-managed recruiting software tool within the Stack Sports Ecosystem provides athletes with the best way to contact college coaches and find high-quality sports camps. This partnership allows athletes to continue their college sports recruitment journey without having to worry about potentially harmful social media posts that may impact their overall recruitability.

"We are thrilled that LifeBrand and Stack Sports can work together to help athletes navigate through what these days can often be very challenging in the digital space," said Jeff Young, CEO of Stack Sports. "At Stack Sports, our mission is to increase participation and transform the sports experience. What better way of helping our athletes achieve this than by bringing this breakthrough technology to our entire ecosystem of athletes?"

For athletes and parents looking to learn more about how to be proactive with their social media presence while pursuing college sports recruiting effectively and efficiently, set up your FREE CaptainU profile today at CaptainU.com or visit LifeBrand.life.

About LifeBrand:

LifeBrand is an AI-powered software company created to empower all social media users to reach their full potential by maintaining a meaningful digital presence. LifeBrand's user dashboard makes it simple to curate a powerful personal brand by bringing potentially unprofessional or harmful posts to users' attention; with ease, users can keep, edit, or delete questionable posts that may not represent who they are today. LifeBrand believes in social media that supports the reputation, digital footprint, and network that people want to maintain.

About CaptainU:

CaptainU empowers athletes to take their game to the next level through recruiting and discovery tools to connect with clubs, events, and colleges. More than 3.5 million high school athletes, college coaches, club coaches, and tournament directors have used CaptainU tools to network, build relationships, and build championship teams. CaptainU was founded in 2008 and now powers the recruiting journey for partners like USA Gymnastics, USRowing, and USA Cheer. To learn more about CaptainU, visit CaptainU.com.

About Stack Sports:

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the US Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars - Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit www.stacksports.com.

Today, LifeBrand, an AI-powered Social Media Cleaning platform, and Stack Sports proudly announce their partnership to empower athletes to use social media intelligently and responsibly. Together, they will be able to help athletes and students use their online presence to their fullest potential by clearing away potentially harmful content that can affect their future success in academic, professional, and athletic arenas.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

Cheyenne Hunt Announces Candidacy for Congress Representing California’s 45th District

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Cheyenne Hunt, a passionate advocate for social justice and equality, announced today her candidacy for Congress representing California's 45th district. Hunt has built a strong following on social media platforms like TikTok, where she has used her often provocative content to educate and mobilize young people around progressive issues.

"I'm running for Congress because I believe we need leaders who will fight for working families, for our planet, and for justice and equality for all," Hunt said in a statement. "I've seen firsthand how our current representative has failed our community by putting corporate interests ahead of our needs. It's time for a change, and I'm ready to be that change."

Hunt quickly to prominence on Capitol Hill as the youngest law clerk for Senator Amy Klobuchar. During her time working with the Senate Judiciary Committee, Cheyenne was instrumental in drafting and promoting legislation that advanced progressive causes. She was a driving force behind numerous initiatives, including social media policy, civil rights, reproductive justice, and democracy reform.

Hunt's campaign will focus on a number of key issues, including building a stronger and more equitable economy, improving infrastructure, taking bold action on climate change, and reining in big tech companies. She is also committed to advancing racial and social justice, and to fighting for the rights of marginalized communities including women and seniors.

"We need leaders who understand the challenges facing our communities and who are committed to working towards real solutions," Hunt said. "I'm proud to be running a campaign that is powered by the peopl, and puts the needs of our community first."

Hunt's candidacy has already generated significant excitement and support from voters in her Orange County district and beyond. She has a strong track record of grassroots organizing and activism and is poised to build a powerful coalition of supporters to help her win in November.

For more information about Cheyenne Hunt's campaign, please visit her website at: https://www.cheyennehunt.com/.

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Cheyenne Hunt, a passionate advocate for social justice and equality, announced today her candidacy for Congress representing California's 45th district. Hunt has built a strong following on social media platforms like TikTok, where she has used her often provocative content to educate and mobilize young people around progressive issues.

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

Covenant Winery Announces 2023 Summer Concert Calendar: Second year of popular series at the urban winery tasting patio in Berkeley, California

BERKELEY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Covenant Winery Summer Music Series, now in its 2nd year, will kick off at their Sixth Street Winery in Berkeley on Sunday, April 23rd, and continue through the end of July, just before harvest season starts. Showcased at the winery's new outdoor tasting lounge, fans of wine and music can enjoy the vibe of the Berkeley Drinks District, while sipping a nice array of wines from throughout California's diverse wine regions.

Covenant founding winemaker Jeff Morgan, who owns the winery with his wife and CEO Jodie, has a deep history with music as a performer, specifically as a saxophone player. After a formal education at the French National Music Conservatory in Nice, France Jeff became a co-band leader for the house band in Monte Carlo at Prince Rainier's Grand Casino in Monaco. He took a hiatus from playing music for the last 20+ years, but during the COVID lockdown, he had some time on his hands and returned to his saxophone.

Jeff's funk band-Free Run-will launch the series on April 23; and his jazz quintet-Jeff Morgan Jazz-will perform on April 30. Free Run returns May 14, June 11, June 25, July 16, and July 30. Other bands to be featured in the music series include French Jazz pianist, Franck Amsallem, bassist Jeff Denson's trio, jazz ensemble Charged Particles, Conjunto Guarajuba (soulful Bossa and Brazilian) and the classic rock band Felsen.

For the complete Covenant Winery concert schedule, and to purchase tickets, go to https://covenantwines.com/visit/.

Performances take place between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets can be purchased in advance, and $20 will get you a glass of wine (choice of white, rosé, or red) and concert admission. Reservations can also be made at wine@covenantwines.com.

In honor of the winery's 20th anniversary, 2023 features several special events, tastings and celebrations commemorating the family-owned winery's achievements.

Stay tuned for more details by following the winery on Instagram @CovenantWines or signing up for one of several winery clubs at https://covenantwines.com/ or emailing wine@covenantwines.com.

The Covenant Winery Summer Music Series, now in its 2nd year, will kick off at their Sixth Street Winery in Berkeley on Sunday, April 23rd, and continue through the end of July, just before harvest season starts. Showcased at the winery's new outdoor tasting lounge, fans of wine and music can enjoy the vibe of the Berkeley Drinks District, while sipping a nice array of wines from throughout California's diverse wine regions.

Related link: https://covenantwines.com/

There’s Room at The Inn: Rare Availability in Yellowstone, Grand Canyon South Rim and region, Death Valley and Zion National Parks and at Cedar Creek Lodge this Summer

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spring/Summer 2023 - Pick your park and take advantage of what nature has to offer with rare spring and summer availability in some of the greatest outdoor places on earth. Xanterra Travel Collection today announced openings in Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon region, Death Valley, Cedar Creek Lodge (just outside of Glacier National Park), and Zion. And yes, most have deals.

Millions of people come from all over the world to experience these national parks but due to unusual circumstances (cost of airfare, less international visitors and the lack of long-term planning) means that there are rooms available at the proverbial inn, something that is almost unheard of.

For deals and availability visit https://www.xanterra.com/spring-summer-availability/

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About Xanterra Travel Collection:

Known for its "Legendary Hospitality with a Softer Footprint," Xanterra Travel Collection® provides a world of unforgettable experiences through its operations in national parks, including lodges, restaurants, tours, and activities, as well as through its ownership of resorts, a cruise line, a railway, and tour companies.

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

Spring/Summer 2023 - Pick your park and take advantage of what nature has to offer with rare spring and summer availability in some of the greatest outdoor places on earth. Xanterra Travel Collection today announced openings in Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon region, Death Valley, Cedar Creek Lodge (just outside of Glacier National Park), and Zion. And yes, most have deals.

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

National Buyers Agents Association Announces Surprising Survey Results for 2023 Homebuyer Concerns

EVERGREEN, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- A National Buyers Agents Association (NBAA) survey of its members reveals surprising homebuyer concerns. Detailed results of the national survey are included in the association's blog section of its website.

Some survey results covered by the association's survey include:

1) What are first tasks for all potential home buyers to start the home buying process, and how can agents assist with that?

2) What is the number one concern of buyers this year?

3) How do agents help buyers negotiate the best price for a property?

4) What are the best tools these agents use to help buyers know what to offer in a declining market?

First Task for Property Buyers:

The association consists of over 1400 members nationwide. Of the ones who responded to the survey, over 90% had the following as a number one recommendation for fist-time buyers or seasoned buyers entering the market: "Get pre-approved with a recommended lender." This of course, assumes they are not already cash buyers who have proof of funds.

While this may be an obvious first step, of the 1,037 individuals who contacted the association last year to get a list of buyers agents serving their area of interest, one in ten had not taken that step. However, the association staff typically advises those who are not already pre-qualified or approved simply to ask their buyer's agent for a list of recommended local lenders. Some suggest that choosing a buyer's agent is the most critical first step since they oftentimes have unbiased access to local lenders with best rates and programs.

Surprisingly, almost 80% of association brokers thought an ordered list of first steps should always be offered to potential buyers, even when there is ample information about that on the internet. It seems that many homebuyers come to them unclear about how to get started on the home buying process.

Biggest Home Buyer Concern:

From the perspective of agents, the survey also addressed what they perceived as the biggest concerns of buyers who are considering a home purchase in 2023. Sixty-four percent said that the biggest concern of buyers is mortgage affordability. Eve Alexander of Buyers Broker of Florida, located in St. Petersburg, told the association that nearly all of her buyers had this as a number one concern since interest have been increasing since the beginning of the year.

Buyers agents and the lenders they work with are skilled at helping their clients look at how they can comfortably make mortgage payments without causing financial stress or hardship. Most association members nationwide concur that the market is currently still highly competitive.

A top-rated association member in Hawaii, Nikki O'Rourke of Eighteen Properties located in Honolulu, offered an important first task for the agents themselves: "Real Estate agents need to provide information about new developments in the area that offer special pricing for 'gap' housing. Gap housing is for buyers who earn too much to qualify for affordable housing, but who don't earn enough for the high median prices in our location."

How Top Agents Negotiate Best Prices:

Sixty-three percent of the brokers who participated in the survey said that the number one tool they use to help buyers know what to offer is a comprehensive market analysis. The "CMA" is also referred to as a "Comparative Market Analysis". The agent should also offer a detailed look at supply and demand within regions or even within neighborhoods.

Kelly Ercanbrack of United Real Estate located in Springfield UT responded, "I've done a detailed analysis of my market area since 2007. I'm able to show them exactly what is going on in the market and how that should impact their offer."

When helping a buyer find the best property at the best price, agents surveyed tended to write in their own strategies rather than pick from a list. Many provided a unique strategy that works for their area. Association member Michael Crowley, broker/owner of Spokane Home Buyers in Spokane, WA shared his best negotiating tool. He wrote in that he makes sure that he or someone that works for him is available to show a property on a moment's notice. This quick response helps his clients get ahead of other buyers. He also thought it was very important for agents in his office to keep up on the inventory and what properties are selling for. Knowing how many offers is important as well.

Some agents responded in the survey that their markets are not declining. Real estate trends are very location specific. This is where the skills of a good buyer's agent are critical for home buyers in 2023 and beyond. One survey respondent recommended that buyers work with a Realtor(r) who is skilled at negotiations. He or she should have good relationships to be able to find opportunities in the market that other agents may not uncover.

About The National Buyers Agents Association:

The National Buyers Agents Association is headquartered near Denver Colorado. It provides free services to home buyers for any location in the United States. The association provides access to experienced real estate agents who are experts in their local markets. These agents have valuable insights into neighborhoods and local housing trends that are important to home buyers. The blog summary on the website provides more details on what the survey revealed.

The association's primary goal is to connect buyers to the best buyer agents to ensure a smooth and successful home buying experience. They also can provide advice and recommendations to home sellers. Association staff are available 7 days a week and consumers can reach them directly at 800-383-7188. The public may also go to the association's website to get immediate access to members by location.

Learn more: https://nationalbuyersagents.org/

A National Buyers Agents Association (NBAA) survey of its members reveals surprising homebuyer concerns. Detailed results of the national survey are included in the association's blog section of its website. Some agents responded in the survey that their markets are not declining.

Related link: https://buyeragentsearch.com/