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Bash Foo Moves from Marketing to Sales Enablement

DAYTON, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Bash Foo, specializing in web design, SEO, creative services, and digital marketing, announced today the introduction of Fractional CMO and Sales Enablement to its popular service offerings. The new services augment and highlight Bash Foo's continued expansion, enhancing its clients' sales and revenue goals.

"Since we partnered with our first clients in 1999, Bash Foo has focused on helping the functional needs of our customers," said Mike McDermott, President of Bash Foo. "It became a constant frustration to me that our small business customers sometimes struggled to handle leads when we sent them to them. They often didn't understand how to structure a sales cadence, the sales nurturing process, or even how to acquire a testimonial."

Fractional CMO

What happens when you need a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) but don't have the budget for their $250,000 salary? You either go without their leadership and guidance, or you hire a Fractional CMO that will help to guide and optimize your marketing efforts for a mere fraction of the cost.

"While a marketing agency will provide the services that you pay them for, they usually aren't researching your industry, helping you hire members of your team, streamlining your lead generation, or customizing your reporting dashboards," shared McDermott.

Adding a Fractional CMO allows customers access to consultative services that have a pulse on the agency's marketing services and insight into how this benefits the organization. From gaining better insight through reporting to qualifying leads, the Fractional CMO can have a hand in many things.

Sales Enablement

The traditional marketing department has always been there to enable the sales team to identify, nurture, and grow new revenue sources. Marketing agencies commonly set up lead generation forms and landing pages and then guide those form fills and phone calls to the sales team. What often gets glossed over is the conversion of a marketing-qualified lead (one that the agency creates) to a sales-qualified lead (a prospect that meets the criteria set by the sales team). Also, what happens to a lead that is interested but not ready to buy?

Bash Foo's new sales enablement services will integrate the website into the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software tool. They will also train the sales team on how to handle leads and how they can flag a lead for nurturing within the CRM. Sales executives from Bash Foo will also assist the business in setting up a proper sales cadence and communications strategy.

"This new work delivered across Bash Foo's teams is a direct response to the evolving business demands of our clients and brands," added McDermott. "I am proud of Bash Foo's growth and expansion, and our new service offering brings to life new opportunities for our clients."

Check out the Bash Foo website and inquire about how these new services may benefit your business or organization.

About Bash Foo

With 18 team members located across three countries and serving over 90 clients, Bash Foo is large enough to get the work done but small enough to care. From closely monitoring marketing campaigns to deeply researching the competition, the 5-star rated agency has won multiple awards for website design, content marketing, and marketing automation services. Providing website design in Dayton, Ohio, the agency has clients across the Midwest and, even more broadly for its national brands, the entire U.S. Learn more: https://bashfoo.com/.

News from Bash Foo

Bash Foo, specializing in web design, SEO, creative services, and digital marketing, announced today the introduction of Fractional CMO and Sales Enablement to its popular service offerings. The new services augment and highlight Bash Foo's continued expansion, enhancing its clients' sales and revenue goals.

Related link: https://bashfoo.com/

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KROST Welcomes Grant Miller as Principal of Tax

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Los Angeles-based CPA firm, KROST CPAs & Consultants, welcomes Grant K. Miller, CPA, EA, as Principal of Tax. To begin his new role as Tax Principal, Grant will be based in our Woodland Hills office and he will provide direction and leadership to further the success of our tax department. He will also work closely with clients to manage their expectations for deliverables, services, and budgets.

"On behalf of the entire firm, I am excited to welcome Grant to our team. His experience and technical expertise complement and provide added depth to an already deep and talented team. We are looking forward to the wonderful things we can accomplish together!" said Lou Guerrero, CPA, MBT, Tax Practice Leader.

Grant brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the firm, having worked in the public accounting profession for 27 years. He has a proven track record of providing exceptional service to clients and is well-versed in all areas of taxation, as well as compliance for high-net-worth individuals, partnerships, S Corporations, and C Corporations. Grant's areas of expertise include Manufacturing & Distribution, Entertainment, Technology, Estate & Trust, Real Estate, and Not-for-Profit industries.

Learn more about Grant: https://krostcpas.com/management/grant-miller

Learn more about our Tax Services: https://krostcpas.com/services/tax-services

For more information or any questions regarding our services, please contact us.

About KROST:

Established in 1939 in Pasadena, California, KROST, is a full-service Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm serving clients across various industries. Their focus is on recognizing opportunities and creating value for clients by equipping them with the tools to make better business and financial decisions for the future. As trusted advisors, clients depend on KROST to provide timely information, innovative solutions, and result-driven teamwork to ensure success.

Along with providing traditional services, such as Tax, Accounting, Assurance & Advisory, KROST also provides special services, including Client Accounting Services (CAS), Mergers & Acquisitions, Wealth Management, Tax Specialty Services, and KROST Business Intelligence (KBI).

Learn more: https://krostcpas.com/

News from KROST CPAs and Consultants

Los Angeles-based CPA firm, KROST CPAs & Consultants, welcomes Grant K. Miller, CPA, EA, as Principal of Tax. To begin his new role as Tax Principal, Grant will be based in our Woodland Hills office and he will provide direction and leadership to further the success of our tax department. He will also work closely with clients to manage their expectations for deliverables, services, and budgets.

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

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ACE Home Services Donates New A/C Unit to Deserving Local in 4th Annual ‘Honor Our Angels’ Giveaway

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- ACE Home Services, a leading provider of HVAC and plumbing services in the Phoenix metropolitan area, is proud to announce its fourth annual air conditioning unit giveaway. This year, the company has chosen to honor the hard work and dedication of local community member, Sandra Saldana, by providing her with a brand new A/C unit, valued up to $10,000.

Sandra is the founder of Sponsor Orphans in TJ, a charity organization that is dedicated to bringing joy and support to children in orphanages in Baja, California. Sandra began her mission a year ago when she visited her first orphanage to thank the facility for taking care of her cousin, Max, while her aunt was in the process of adopting him. The experience of bringing joy to the children and seeing their faces light up moved Sandra to set a goal of visiting all 100 orphanages and providing orphans with school supplies, backpacks, and toys in Baja, California. Since then, her organization has been able to help 395 children in just one year.

ACE Home Services is honored to be able to contribute to Sandra's mission and looks forward to continuing to support her efforts in the future. The company encourages others to get involved and support organizations like Sponsor Orphans in TJ that are making a positive impact in their communities. ACE Home Services hopes that this small act of kindness of providing Sandra with a new unit will help bring comfort to a person that does so much for others.

For Sandra, winning a new HVAC system is timely as her unit, which was installed when her home was built in 1971, has not been working for some time and she has not had the opportunity to upgrade it herself. ACE's installation team will begin the installation process on February 8th.

"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to someone who has given so much to our community," said John Trimble, President of ACE Home Services. "Sandra's dedication to helping children in need is truly inspiring, and we are proud to support her in any way we can."

ACE Home Services is committed to making a positive impact on the Phoenix-area community it serves. Throughout each year, the company supports a variety of community outreach programs such as hosting annual Salvation Army Water Drives, A/C Veteran Giveaways, St. Mary's Food Bank Food Drives, donating to Puppies Behind Bars and Homes for Our Troops, and sponsoring AZTV's Hometown Heroes Toy Drive. In addition to these efforts, ACE is also a proud partner of the Wounded Warrior Project which raises money for injured, post 9/11 veterans, and offers discounts for all military members and first responders.

The company is always looking for new ways to give back to the community and make a difference. The company has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and provides support for businesses and homes in more than 28 cities, including air-conditioning installation, maintenance and repair, heating equipment placement, bathroom remodeling, water softeners and heaters, water leak protection, heating replacement, and more.

For more information about ACE Home Services and the annual A/C giveaway, please visit their website. Information on Sandra's project can be found here: Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/sponsororphansintj.

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

News from ACE Home Services

ACE Home Services, a leading provider of HVAC and plumbing services in the Phoenix metropolitan area, is proud to announce its fourth annual air conditioning unit giveaway. This year, the company has chosen to honor the hard work and dedication of local community member, Sandra Saldana, by providing her with a brand new A/C unit, valued up to $10,000.

Related link: https://acehomeaz.com/

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Children’s book author Diana Aleksandrova turns her struggles to become pregnant into children’s book bringing solace and hope to others

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /ScoopCloud/ -- Diana Aleksandrova has always wanted to be a mom, but after years of trying to become pregnant, that dream hasn't come true yet. Inspired by her struggles and the legend about the storks bringing the babies, she writes "The Lazy Stork" (ISBN: 978-1953118264; May 2023; Dedoni).

In "The Lazy Stork," Stan slept through most of his training, so his first delivery isn't as easy as he thought. When the compass makes him swirl in circles and he can't read the map, he is afraid his mission is a failure.

Despite the hardship that brought this book to life, The Lazy Stork is anything but sad. On contrary, it is full of humor and hope.

THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY:

"After years of suffering from infertility, I decided to blame it on 'the lazy stork.' I needed some humor in my life when everything seemed so dark," says Aleksandrova. "With a surprising happier than the happiest of endings, 'The Lazy Stork' is meant to bring hope to the families still waiting for their miracles. The story shows kids how much their parents wished, waited, and longed for them to arrive. It's a lighthearted and humorous way to explain why their baby brother or sister hasn't come yet. Blame it on the stork!"

Diana hopes to bring awareness to the fact that 1 in 8 in the US are impacted by infertility! Infertility is not a condition that individuals choose or can prevent and there is little to no support for families affected by it. Diana lives in Nevada, a state that does not mandate fertility coverage, and most companies elect not to offer such.

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Diana Aleksandrova is an award-winning author of children's books. Her mission is to help emerging and reluctant readers fall in love with books. Diana believes that reading is beneficial for children and is a way to shape thinking and an emotionally intelligent future generation.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Name: The Lazy Stork

Written by Diana Aleksandrova

Illustrated by Svilen Dimitrov

Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-953118-26-4

Library of Congress Control Number: 2022916190

Preorder campaign: March 2023

Publication Date: May 1, 2023

Publisher: Dedoni ( https://www.dedonibooks.com )

News from Diana Aleksandrova

Diana Aleksandrova has always wanted to be a mom, but after years of trying to become pregnant, that dream hasn't come true yet. Inspired by her struggles and the legend about the storks bringing the babies, she writes "The Lazy Stork" (ISBN: 978-1953118264; May 2023; Dedoni).

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

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MMI adds Carol Burke as Regional Director of Enterprise Sales

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 that Carol Burke has been appointed regional director of enterprise sales. As part of the enterprise sales team, Burke is tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

"Having worked with Carol at Top of Mind, I am very familiar with her abilities, and I know she will help MMI thrive as we expand in 2023," said Melissa Sike, vice president of enterprise sales. "Her experiences in helping loan originators market themselves is an asset when showing off the benefits of the MMI tool."

With more than 25 years of experience in sales and account management, nearly 20 of which have been in the mortgage industry, Burke has dealt with every aspect of a lender's business. Burke comes to MMI after spending 10 years at Top of Mind Networks and 7 years at Lenders One.

"MMI provides invaluable information, and I almost can't believe the quality and quantity of data they aggregate and put together in a palatable and easily consumable way," said Burke. "This is a tool I think every mortgage company should have and I want to be part of spreading that message. I also admire the people and culture at MMI and I'm proud to be a part of it."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions. To learn more, visit https://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.

News from Mobility Market Intelligence

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today that Carol Burke has been appointed regional director of enterprise sales. As part of the enterprise sales team, Burke is tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

Related link: https://mmi.io

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RightOnTrek Eco-Friendly Product Design is Finalist for Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards

COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont. /ScoopCloud/ -- RightOnTrek was selected as a finalist in the 2023 Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards. Already receiving multiple best-in-class awards and recognitions from Backpacker Magazine for their outdoor adventure meals, they now earn recognition for their packaging and product experience pairing as well.

RightOnTrek re-imagined the eating experience around its packaging and challenges the industry convention of heavy plastic aluminum-laden pouches. RightOnTrek's multi-layer package material is made of 100% bio-based materials sourced from tree pulp. Their meals are designed to cook in minutes, and taste great. The eco-friendly packaging is waterproof and still has the durability required for any outdoor adventure.

One of the biggest accomplishments in RightOnTrek meal packaging is that it's plastic-free.

The middle barrier layer is a material made from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) approved wood pulp.

The inner linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) is a bio-based plastic. The company that produces it is International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC), certified.

The convention for outdoor meals is to cook and freeze dry food in a factory, package for a 10 to 30-year shelf life, and the end user rehydrates their meal with warm water in the bag.

While the soak-in-a-bag method is convenient, it requires heavy packaging that can handle the boiling water without burning one's hands. Sourcing and processing the plastics and metals in this packaging do harm to multiple upstream ecosystems, and you certainly don't want any of it in your system or our environment after use.

RightOnTrek challenges the need for adventure-ready meals to have doomsday-worthy shelf life. Their meals cook fresh on the trail and are ready for your next adventure, with an 18-month shelf life.

"The material going into the packaging is as important as what it turns into after use. By choosing 100% bio-based packaging derived from renewable resources, we feel we are doing our best to maintain a sustainable life cycle on the consumers' behalf," said Eric Boxer Sustainability Engineer and Head Chef of RightOnTrek Meals.

RightOnTrek is thrilled to be recognized as one of top-30 Product of the Year finalists.

Its core team was in attendance at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show from January 10-12, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah to join with leaders in outdoor product innovation: https://outdoorretailer.com/events-education/innovation-awards/.

RightOnTrek meals are available in retail stores throughout the US, and online. Learn more: https://rightontrek.com/meals/store

About RightOnTrek:

RightOnTrek is a leader and innovator in outdoor recreation services that make epic wilderness adventures and transformative outdoors experiences accessible to everyone. For first-time family campers and lifelong elite mountaineers it provides an online trip planner, 24/7 automated gear rental near Glacier National Park, and the most delicious and nutritious backpacking meals you can find. Its Adventure Meals are available both online and in a growing number of retail stores nationwide. Learn more: https://rightontrek.com/.

RightOnTrek, Inc., 2593 Highway 2 East, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT 59901, USA.

News from RightOnTrek

RightOnTrek was selected as a finalist in the 2023 Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards. Already receiving multiple best-in-class awards and recognitions from Backpacker Magazine for their outdoor adventure meals, they now earn recognition for their packaging and product experience pairing as well.

Related link: https://rightontrek.com/

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Neotrope and Send2Press Announce 2023 JL Simmons Nonprofit PR Grants

TEMECULA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Neotrope®, a 40 year old marketing and entertainment company, announced today that it is now accepting applications from U.S. based 501(c)(3) charities "doing good" for its JL Simmons Nonprofit PR Grants program. For 2023 ten worthy causes will each receive $3,000 of in-kind donations for PR and marketing support via Send2Press® Newswire, for a total program value this year of $30,000. Neotrope is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023.

The JL Simmons Nonprofit PR Grants program was launched in 2000 to help promote worthy causes with a grant of in-kind donation of services. It was created by the late Dr. JL Simmons, PhD and Christopher Simmons.

"We are excited to finally bring this program back for 2023, after taking a couple of years off due to the pandemic and other events," said Neotrope CEO Christopher Laird Simmons. "My dad and I started this grant to try to help worthy causes get the word out. This year it's of special meaning to me, as it is also the 20th anniversary of my dad's passing; and he is sorely missed."

The deadline for applications is April 1, 2023, the 20th anniversary of Dr. Simmons' passing.

U.S. charities "doing good" can apply for the 2023 grant program here: https://prgrants.com/non-profit-pr-grant-application/.

About the PR Grants:

The J.L. Simmons Nonprofit PR Grant™ (aka "Non-Profit PR Grants") program was originally launched in 2000 to help assist worthy causes to raise awareness, attract halo sponsors, and better connect with donors and volunteers. As part of this in-kind grant program, Neotrope is providing news dissemination through its Send2Press® Newswire service, and social media marketing for the charities selected this year.

PR Grant recipients are selected by Neotrope staff based on qualified applications filled out and submitted by nonprofit organizations. Choices for grant recipients are both subjective, and based on overall activities and actual need, as well as best fit for support from the marketing team.

Past grant receipients have included: California Safe Schools, C Diff Foundation, Children Awaiting Parents, CITYarts, Inc., Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc., Girls Write Now, Inc., Move For Hunger, Pacific Pinball Museum, Special Equestrians, The Bob Moog Foundation, The Starlight Children's Foundation, World Savvy, Inc. -- and dozens more. (Note: Mention of any charity does not imply an endorsement or recommendation of Neotrope or Send2Press.)

Additional information regarding the 2023 Neotrope PR Grant program for U.S. charitable nonprofits and grant recipients can be found at: https://prgrants.com/ or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/NonProfitPRGrants.

About Send2Press:

Send2Press®, founded in 2000, offers affordable press release distribution, writing, and social media marketing. Send2Press was named "best overall" of the top six press release services in 2020 by Fit Small Business. Send2Press is a dba of Neotrope, founded in 1983 in California.

Send2Press has consistently been ranked one of the top newswire services overall based on honesty and credibility, with exceptional ratings from customers on sites like Trustpilot.

Learn more about Send2Press® at: https://www.Send2Press.com/

Send2Press Newswire offers:

* Professional press release writing with accredited staff

* Local, regional, or national targeted press release distribution to both U.S. daily media and trade periodicals

* Social media sharing with custom tags and over 275,000 monthly impressions for our social channels

* National syndication via the AP, including the AP website, AP newsrooms and online syndication to newspaper and broadcast sites

* Placement on top-ranked business and finance sites

* Agency pricing for all™.

View current plans and pricing at: https://www.send2press.com/services/price-list.shtml

View current client projects at: https://www.send2press.com/wire/

About Neotrope:

Since 1983 Neotrope® has delivered services to raise organization awareness including brand identity, marketing, public relations (PR), and social media services. Based in Temecula, California (wine country!), Neotrope is also an entertainment publishing company involved in books, music, software, sound design, video and more.

The company was co-founded by author, artist, journalist, musician and marketing/PR expert, Christopher Laird Simmons, and the late Dr. JL Simmons, PhD, a best-selling author and respected university professor.

The company has been a consistent leader in new technologies including direct marketing, digital design, ecommerce, multimedia, SEO and e-marketing for 40 years. Neotrope was an Inc. 5000 company in 2009, has a 25-year A+ rating with the BBB, and is a member of GS1. Neotrope.com

LEGAL NOTE: Send2Press® and Neotrope® are U.S. registered trademarks and service marks. Neotrope is a registered trademark in Europe. Nonprofit PR Grants™ is a trademark of Neotrope.

News from Neotrope

Neotrope®, a 40 year old marketing and entertainment company, announced today that it is now accepting applications from U.S. based 501(c)(3) charities "doing good" for its JL Simmons Nonprofit PR Grants program. For 2023 ten worthy causes will each receive $3,000 of in-kind donations for PR and marketing support via Send2Press® Newswire, for a total program value this year of $30,000.

Related link: https://neotrope.com

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Lawyer Eric J. Hertz, P.C. Files Four Cases Against Sterigenics on Behalf of Cobb County Homeowners

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Eric J. Hertz, P.C. Trial Attorneys in Atlanta, recently filed four additional property damage cases against Sterigenics. The firm is representing homeowners within a close radius of the plant that were adversely affected. The home values in this area were adversely affected due excessive emissions of a dangerous, cancer-causing chemical called Ethylene Oxide (EtO).

This plant has been shrouded in controversy for some time now: hundreds of people have filed lawsuits alleging cancer and other illnesses as a result of exposure to this EtO gas emitted by Sterigenics in Cobb County. In a separate lawsuit in Illinois, this same company, Sterigenics was recently held responsible for causing cancer to a homeowner who lived in close proximity to the Illinois Sterigenics plant in the amount of $363 million.

EtO is both flammable and highly reactive. Acute exposures to EtO gas may result in respiratory irritation and lung injury, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, shortness of breath, and cyanosis. Chronic exposure has been associated with the occurrence of cancer, reproductive effects, mutagenic changes, neurotoxicity, and sensitization.

In April 2020, the Cobb County Property Assessor's Office devalued over 5,000 homes in the immediate surrounding area of the plant across the board. "For most people, home ownership is the largest and most important investment they will ever make. The reprehensible emission of excessive EtO has resulted in disease and devaluation of property. The local residents deserve to be compensated for the loss of fair market value and enjoyment that they once had in their homes. Simply put, we seek to hold those responsible accountable for their actions," according to Mr. Hertz.

"These additional four cases are only the beginning in Georgia," stated Mr. Hertz, as his team of mass tort, trial attorneys intend to file hundreds more of these cases in the near future.

ABOUT ERIC J. HERTZ, P.C.

Eric J. Hertz (https://www.etolawfirm.com) is a double Board-Certified Trial Attorney by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the American Board of Trial Advocates. A member of America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators and author of multiple Georgia legal treatises, Mr. Hertz has tried over 100 jury trials as Lead Attorney and handled over 100 wrongful death cases, resulting in multi-millions of dollars collected for his clients, including multiple record high verdicts. Eric J. Hertz leads a team of lawyers pursuing Ethylene Oxide litigation.

Link to stamped court documents:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/fykigkp1yfyp3k0xza8bn/h?dl=0&rlkey=40s521e2zog0mwkssa238i82u

Link to video regarding these mass tort cases:

https://vimeo.com/792696330

LEARN MORE: https://www.etolawfirm.com

News from Eric J. Hertz P.C. Trial Lawyers

Eric J. Hertz, P.C. Trial Attorneys in Atlanta, recently filed four additional property damage cases against Sterigenics. The firm is representing homeowners within a close radius of the plant that were adversely affected. The home values in this area were adversely affected due excessive emissions of a dangerous, cancer-causing chemical called Ethylene Oxide (EtO).

Related link: https://hertz-law.com/

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Pittsburgh Internet Consulting Announces Rebrand as PIC

PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pittsburgh Internet Consulting announced today that it has rebranded to effectively align with its core mission as a growth-oriented marketing agency. The company's name is now PIC, and its new logo and messaging reflect a dedication to PIC's creative and value-based Walk With You Marketing™ approach.

Established in 2001, PIC seeks to forge a long-term strategic marketing partnership with each client, leveraging the PIC team's knowledge and experience to achieve each client's short- and long-term growth goals. PIC's marketing experts collaborate with the client's existing marketing team or leadership to develop a strategy and tactical roadmap, and then "walk" with the client to execute effective, data-driven marketing initiatives.

What does PIC stand for? ( Video: https://youtu.be/KRRdgTGmfRM )

PIC's Founder & President, Jeff Schroeffel, stated, "When I founded Pittsburgh Internet Consulting more than 20 years ago, I focused primarily on search engine marketing but helped organizations with a wide range of online marketing needs. We have grown to be a company with 20 full-time team members and have evolved into a full-service marketing agency focused on growth enablement."

"Relationships are at the heart of what we do," Schroeffel emphasized. "That is why we've developed our consultative and unique 'Walk With You Marketing' approach as a close partnership with each customer. For some of our partners, we are their marketing department. For others, we are a critical extension of their marketing team. In every case, the client's goals are our goals, and we're all working together to hit those goals."

PIC currently serves 50 businesses, primarily growth-focused organizations with small internal marketing teams. The agency's comprehensive marketing solutions are customized for each client, are founded on collaborative and personal relationships, and include the appropriate marketing mix from PIC's extensive skill set:

* Awareness Strategies - Search engine optimization, social media, Email

* Lead Generation Campaigns - Inbound, outbound, and account-based marketing

* Branding Strategies - Brand narrative, voice of the customer

* Competitive Intelligence - Competitor analysis, gap analysis

* Paid Media Strategies - Paid social, search engine marketing

* Website Development - Growth-driven design, strategic growth planning

* Hero Mission Strategy™️ - Move beyond buyer personas

* HubSpot® - Onboarding, consulting, marketing automation, and training

Robb Luther, PIC's V.P. of Business Development, emphasized, "PIC has a successful track record of helping businesses develop and implement marketing strategies that meet their growth goals. We are an extension of the client's marketing team and provide the level of service they need. We can do the work for them, help them do it, or teach them how to do it. In every scenario, our 'Walk With You' approach means we're constantly evaluating performance and collaborating to continuously improve the client's brand, website, and marketing initiatives."

"Marketing agencies aren't new," Luther continued. "But what we're doing at PIC is truly different and innovative, and our clients' success is proof that 'walking with PIC' delivers positive results. I strongly encourage business owners and marketing leaders to contact us to learn more about what makes PIC unique and effective, including our innovative Hero Mission Strategy."

About PIC:

PIC, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a full-service growth marketing agency, providing services to local, national, and international organizations in need of a strategic, comprehensive strategic marketing campaign. Since 2001, PIC has helped businesses of every size build and execute digital and traditional marketing strategies focused on generating leads and securing and retaining new customers, all with a focus on maximizing ROI.

To learn more about PIC and request a free consultation, visit https://www.WalkWithPIC.com/ or call (412) 424-6418.

News from PIC Inc.

Pittsburgh Internet Consulting announced today that it has rebranded to effectively align with its core mission as a growth-oriented marketing agency. The company's name is now PIC, and its new logo and messaging reflect a dedication to PIC's creative and value-based Walk With You Marketing™ approach.

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

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Steven Walther of Alliance Group Elected to FACC Board of Directors

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Alliance Group announced that Steve Walther, Vice President of Sales & Distribution, has been elected to the FACC Board of Directors. Walther will bring with him decades of experience in the Life Insurance and Financial Services Industry, and a long track record of leading innovative and diverse teams of independent insurance agents and agencies across the country.

Throughout his time in the industry, Walther has been involved in many of the areas that the FACC is focused on, such as regulatory awareness, producer training and education, and compliance guidelines across the Independent Distribution channel. This experience will serve him well within his new role with the FACC.

"We're happy to see Steve appointed to the FACC board - his experience and depth of knowledge make him a great addition," said Alliance Group CEO Lee Duncan. "Steve's a natural educator and his history of being a champion for independent agents and agencies is something that will serve the board well."

About FACC:

The Federation of Americans for Consumer Choice (FACC) serves as the voice for independent distribution of life insurance, long-term care insurance and annuities, dedicated to the preservation of consumer access to products and professional advice Americans need to live securely and retire with confidence.

Independent distribution of annuity and insurance products fosters:

* Healthy competition in the financial services marketplace

* Product options and innovation for consumers

* Wider choice of products and services for unserved or underserved markets

More information on Alliance Group and Living Benefits life insurance is available on their website, https://www.alliancegrouplife.com/.

News from Alliance Group

Alliance Group announced that Steve Walther, Vice President of Sales & Distribution, has been elected to the FACC Board of Directors. Walther will bring with him decades of experience in the Life Insurance and Financial Services Industry, and a long track record of leading innovative and diverse teams of independent insurance agents and agencies across the country.

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

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Down Payment Resource’s Q4 2022 Homeownership Program Index shows homebuyer assistance programs have increased in number for fifth consecutive quarter

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the nationwide database for U.S. homebuyer assistance programs, today announced findings from its latest Homeownership Program Index (HPI). The firm's analysis of 2,351 homebuyer assistance programs in its DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCE® database revealed that the net number of homebuyer assistance programs increased by 1.82% from Q3 to Q4 2022. This marks the fifth consecutive quarter the number of homebuyer assistance programs has grown.

Methodology

Published quarterly, DPR's HPI surveys the funding status, eligibility rules and benefits of U.S. homebuyer assistance programs administered by state and local housing finance agencies, municipalities, nonprofits and other housing organizations. DPR communicates with over 1,200 program providers throughout the year to track and update the country's wide range of homeownership programs, including down payment and closing cost programs, Mortgage Credit Certificates and affordable first mortgages, in the DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCE® database.

Key Findings

The Q4 2022 HPI examined a total of 2,351 homebuyer assistance programs that were active as of January 6, 2023. Key findings are as follows:

* The net number of homebuyer assistance programs is up. The total number of programs increased by 42 in Q4 2022. Among them were five nationwide or multi-state programs and seven statewide programs.

* Support for first-time homebuyers increased. The number of programs dedicated to supporting first-time homebuyers now totals 1,315, up from 1,291 in Q3 2022.

* Support for multifamily homebuyers increased. Programs that support multifamily homeownership saw a 5.5% increase over Q3 2022. These programs now make up 29.3% of all homebuyer assistance offerings.

"While economic roadblocks caused the percentage of programs actively receiving funding to decrease marginally in Q4, homebuyer assistance still saw steady growth in 2022," said DPR CEO Rob Chrane. "Until home prices and mortgage rates decline and the housing market recovers, down payment assistance will be a crucial source of financial support for homebuyers that lack the savings to cover an inflated down payment."

A more detailed analysis of the Q4 2022 HPI findings, including infographics and examples of many of the programs described in this release, can be found on DPR's website at https://downpaymentresource.com/professional-resource/homebuyer-assistance-offerings-increase-for-the-fifth-consecutive-quarter-in-q4-2022/.

For a complete list of homebuyer assistance programs by state, visit https://downpaymentresource.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/HPI-state-by-state-data.Q42022.pdf.

About Down Payment Resource:

Down Payment Resource (DPR) is an award-winning technology provider helping the housing industry connect homebuyers with the homebuyer assistance they need. With toolsets tailored for real estate agents, multiple listing services and mortgage lenders, DPR's technology empowers housing professionals to make affordable home financing opportunities more accessible while growing business and forging referral partnerships. The only organization to track the details of every U.S. homebuyer assistance program, DPR frequently lends its expertise to nonprofits, housing finance agencies, policymakers, government-sponsored enterprises, think tanks and trade organizations seeking to improve housing affordability. Its technology is used by five of the top 10 retail mortgage lenders by volume, three of the four largest real estate listing websites and 500,000 real estate agents. For more information, visit https://downpaymentresource.com/.

News from Down Payment Resource

Down Payment Resource (DPR), the nationwide database for U.S. homebuyer assistance programs, today announced findings from its latest Homeownership Program Index (HPI). The firm's analysis of 2,351 homebuyer assistance programs in its DOWN PAYMENT RESOURCE® database revealed that the net number of homebuyer assistance programs increased by 1.82% from Q3 to Q4 2022.

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

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MMI names Don MacKillop Regional Director of Enterprise Sales

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 hired Don MacKillop as regional director of enterprise sales. In this role, MacKillop will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

"In the past year, MMI has grown its client base significantly and we are looking to do the same in 2023. Don's experience in and understanding of the mortgage industry help him to clearly and concisely demonstrate the importance of MMI's platform and how it can positively impact a client's business," said Melissa Sike, vice president of enterprise sales. "In markets like we're facing today, lenders need to be judicious in their vendor selection and Don is able illustrate how MMI can support a multitude of growth objectives, illustrating why the tool should be at the top of every lender's selection list."

Beginning his career as a loan originator, MacKillop boasts nearly 30 years of industry experience at companies involved with various stages of the mortgage origination process. MacKillop comes to MMI from SimpleNexus, where he served as senior account executive and previously worked in the fintech space at LoanLogics, Capsilon and Byte Software.

"It's not hard to see the impact MMI has already had on the industry nor is it difficult to see the benefits to lenders that a tool like this offers," said MacKillop. "I love this industry and the people, and I look forward to what MMI and I can do in the coming years to have an impact on both."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions.

To learn more, visit https://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.

News from Mobility Market Intelligence

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today it has hired Don MacKillop as regional director of enterprise sales. In this role, MacKillop will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

Related link: https://mmi.io

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How to Recover Deleted Whatsapp Messages Without Backup on Apple iPhone?

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- When iPhone user accidentally delete their WhatsApp messages, a query echoes "How can I retrieve deleted messages on WhatsApp iPhone?" appears. It must be frustrating if there is no idea how to recover deleted WhatsApp messages on iPhone. Nevertheless, Tenorshare, an esteemed smartphone solutions provider, recently launched a reliable program,Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery to fix this issue. This WhatsApp Recovery software can effectively restore deleted Whatsapp messages without backup. Learn below what and how it can help in WhatsApp retrieval.

What Is Whatsapp Data Recovery Software?

"WhatsApp recovery has been troubling iPhone users for a long time when they accidentally deleted WhatsApp on your iPhone," says a Tenorshare spokesperson, "To restore WhatsApp data without needing a backup, we launched Tenorshare WhatsApp Recovery software for iOS users." Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery can get your accidentally deleted chat WhatsApp back.

It is a trustworthy tool that offers eye-popping new features such as:

* It can recover deleted WhatsApp messages on iPhone without backup.

* It can retrieve WhatsApp data like documents, images, video, audio, voice notes, and stickers.

* It can recover WhatsApp from iTunes backup.

* It also can recover old WhatsApp data without data loss.

* It offers a high WhatsApp recovery rate.

* It supports all current versions of iOS devices.

How to Recover Deleted Whatsapp Messages on Your iPhone?

With Backup

If you want to recover deleted WhatsApp messages iPhone with backup, please follow the guide. However, iCloud offers only 5GB of space for backup and doesn't restore all types of files.

Navigate to "Settings" first. Choose "General > Reset." Select "Erase All Content and Settings." Next, press "Restore your iPhone from Backup with Set up Assistant."

Without Backup

With advanced tech, UltData WhatsApp Recovery provides easy and quick WhatsApp deleted messages recovery on iPhone without backup. Here's how it works:

* Connect your iPhone to your computer.

* Select "Device > Scan."

* Choose the WhatsApp files you wish to recover and hit "Recover."

* Waiting for the WhatsApp data recovery process.

About Tenorshare:

Tenorshare, the company at the backbone of a solution, has been endeavoring to offer high-quality software products for smartphone users. If iPhone users accidentally delete their WhatsApp messages and have no idea on how to recover deleted WhatsApp messages on iPhone, Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery is at your rescue to recover all kinds of WhatsApp files without backup.

More information: https://www.tenorshare.com/

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News from Tenorshare Co. Ltd.

When iPhone user accidentally delete their WhatsApp messages, a query echoes "How can I retrieve deleted messages on WhatsApp iPhone?" appears. It must be frustrating if there is no idea how to recover deleted WhatsApp messages on iPhone. Nevertheless, Tenorshare, an esteemed smartphone solutions provider, recently launched a reliable program,Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery to fix this issue.

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

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Valo Media and OptionsSwing Partner to Bring Innovative User-Generated Content Solutions to the Online Education Market

WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Valo Media, a user-generated content (UGC) agency, announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with OptionsSwing, an online education technology company. This new partnership will bring innovative solutions for strategic marketing initiatives as well as brand new content that will help OptionsSwing reach and engage a wider global audience.

"We are thrilled to be partnering with OptionsSwing, a company that shares our passion for using technology to enhance learning and engagement," said Valo Media CEO Elijah Khasabo. "By combining our expertise in UGC with OptionsSwing's cutting-edge online education platform, we will be able to offer students new and innovative ways to learn."

The partnership will focus on developing UGC-based solutions for use in stock and finance education, including interactive videos, polls, and discussions, as well as tools for creating and sharing user-generated analysis, strategies, and insights. By leveraging Valo Media's experience in UGC and OptionsSwings's expertise in stock market and finance education, the partnership aims to help traders and investors to better engage with content, increase collaboration, and improve overall learning outcomes.

"We are excited to be working with Elijah and his team at Valo Media to bring new and innovative UGC solutions to the educational market," said OptionsSwing CEO Jason Lee. "Their expertise will be invaluable as we develop new content and educational resources together to reach a wider and broader audience."

Together, the companies will be working to bring new and exciting UGC-based solutions to the world of stock trading education.

About Valo:

Valo Media provides your customers with high-performing content wherever they are. We are the only enterprise-level, all-encompassing platform for user-generated, influencer, and short-form video content that offers you the scalability and content you need while making sure that it is optimized for use across all of your marketing channels.

Without having to search for, acquire, and onboard the correct creators, we assist you in decentralizing your creation efforts. Our creators are aware of social media trends and comprehend engagement.

Learn more: https://www.valomedia.agency/

News from Valo Media

Valo Media, a user-generated content (UGC) agency, announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with OptionsSwing, an online education technology company. This new partnership will bring innovative solutions for strategic marketing initiatives as well as brand new content that will help OptionsSwing reach and engage a wider global audience.

Related link: https://www.valomedia.agency/

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WordSphere Announces $6.8M Acquisition of DrupalWare

PALO ALTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- WordSphere LLC, a leading Palo Alto based tech company, announced today the completion of its acquisition of DrupalWare. DrupalWare, a tech company known for its cutting-edge software solutions, is one of the leading Drupal development agencies in the USA, responsible for sites like Tesla and Pfizer.

The 6.8 million dollar cash acquisition will include the DrupalWare website/brand, a portfolio of 164 active clients as well as 6 Drupal specialists who will transfer into WordSphere LLC's senior DevOps team. DrupalWare has a strong track record of delivering top-quality products and services to its clients, and we are excited to bring their expertise and innovation into the WordSphere LLC family.

"This acquisition will enable us to expand our product offerings and better serve the needs of our clients," said Mark Glixman, WordSphere LLC's enigmatic CEO. "We believe that this acquisition will be a win-win for both companies and our customers."

DrupalWare was founded by a senior website developer Randall Goya and for a number of years, was an award-winning national leader in Drupal CMS development. DrupalWare's clients included Pfizer, Tesla Motors, the City of New York, NY MTA, Columbia University, B&H photo, and many other Fortune 500 companies. DrupalWare specializes in Drupal, Acquia Drupal, and WordPress CMS (Content Management Systems).

DrupalWare also deals with a myriad of other platforms, including Joomla, Magento, PHPMotion, and Asp.net, as well as provides custom-built web solutions with PHP, MySQL, AJAX, JavaScript, DHTML, and CSS.

This key acquisition will provide WordSphere LLC with an additional 150+ clients as well as strengthen our team's Drupal capabilities to the next level.

"We are big believers in building out the best DevOps team, one that encompasses all technologies. There are many legacy websites built in Drupal that constantly need maintenance," said Rakibul Rajib, WordSphere LLC's CTO.

WordSphere LLC is primarily focused as a WordPress website development company, mainly offering services in WordPress customization, modification, theming, advanced WordPress custom themes, custom plugins, buddy press customization, and e-commerce/WooCommerce. WordSphere LLC also offers services in other CMS like:

Drupal: https://wordsphere.com/drupal/

BigCommerce: https://wordsphere.com/big-commerce/

Shopify: https://wordsphere.com/shopify/

Our team provides a variety of front-end and back-end development services utilizing more modern stacks like React, Node, Svelte, Typescript, ExpressJS, AngularJS, Vue.js, Next.js, PHP, OOP, Laravel, Codeigniter, Ruby, Python (Django) and many others.

We are confident that the combined strength of WordSphere LLC and DrupalWare will drive growth and success in the industry. We look forward to working with the talented team at Drupalware and leveraging their expertise to deliver even more value to our customers.

Drupal is currently utilized as the technology stack behind eBay, Nokia, McDonald's, Charles Schwab, Entertainment Weekly, Tesla, The Australian Government, The Emmy Awards, NASA, Harvard University, Stanford University, and many others. Over the last decade market shares of the Drupal CMS platform have been overtaken by WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace, and Joomla (2022 CM Survey). Drupal sits in the 6th position. It's used on 1.2% of all sites with a known content management system, equaling a 1.8% market share.

WordSphere LLC is already used to the limelight, after recently releasing its new live consulting development service ( https://wordsphere.com/live-consulting/ ). This aims at disrupting the current market trends and giving people direct access to senior web developers, live. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting new chapter in the WordSphere LLC journey.

WordSphere LLC, 5500 University, Parkway, San Bernardino, CA; wordsphere.com

News from WordSphere LLC

WordSphere LLC, a leading Palo Alto based tech company, announced today the completion of its acquisition of DrupalWare. DrupalWare, a tech company known for its cutting-edge software solutions, is one of the leading Drupal development agencies in the USA, responsible for sites like Tesla and Pfizer.

Related link: https://wordsphere.com/

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MCT First to Integrate with Freddie Mac’s Income Limits API

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, is pleased to announce it is the first secondary marketing platform to integrate with Freddie Mac's Income Limits application programming interface (API) created for the first-time home buyer area median income (AMI) limits. Income Limits allows for the accurate pricing of Credit Fee in Price (Exhibit 19, or "Credit Fees") waivers. This is the latest in a series of successful API integrations between MCT and Freddie Mac, and helps promote both pricing transparency and housing affordability.

The API, a critical technological advancement for AMI-based pricing, allows the connecting party (either a lender or Secondary Markets Advisor (SMA)) to send income information and the property address through the API to return an answer on whether the borrower qualifies for the Credit Fees waiver. The API provides a more accurate confirmation than can be derived with a ZIP code estimation. The Credit Fees waiver is based on borrower income being less than 100% of AMI, and the API can also confirm whether the subject property is in a high-cost county, which allows for 120% of AMI. Other Duty to Serve elements are supported in this API, including rural and high needs rural areas.

"Freddie Mac continues to be incredibly responsive from a service standpoint for lenders and vendors, as well as from a capital markets technology standpoint," said MCT COO, Phil Rasori. "Freddie Mac values relationships and rapid innovation, both of which have become more critical with affordability issues, due to high interest rates and home prices plaguing the mortgage industry despite the robust credit profiles of potential borrowers."

As a refresher, a borrower's annual qualifying income must be less than or equal to 80% of the AMI for the location of the mortgaged premises for the loan to be eligible under Freddie Mac Home Possible®, Freddie Mac's flagship mortgage product. For Freddie Mac Refi PossibleSM mortgages, the borrower's annual qualifying income must be less than or equal to 100% of the AMI for the location of the mortgaged premises for the loan to be eligible. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) directive included a key piece on Credit Fees waivers for first-time home buyers in cases where borrower income was less than or equal to 100% of AMI in the subject property census tract or 120% of AMI for high-cost areas.

Previously, price differences and best execution were difficult and tedious to calculate for lenders, as the MSA census tract (which goes within the ZIP code) for the given property address had to be geocoded into the loan file. The AMI API returns eligibility automatically from Freddie Mac's database after the subject property address and borrower income are entered, enabling lenders to accurately price Credit Fees waivers. This API is the latest in a series of enhancements to pricing, benefitting and incentivizing borrowers at a time when affordability in the housing market has waned.

MCT thanks Freddie Mac for bringing the Income Limits API to market in its Developer Portal, enabling MCT to be the first secondary market platform to put this API into production. As the most active user of the API, MCT is happy to offer this technology to clients, allowing for more accurate and transparent pricing which ultimately passes through to the borrower.

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.

Media Contact:

mct@fullyvested.com

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https://mct-trading.com/software/freddie-mac-integrations-for-mutual-clients/

News from Mortgage Capital Trading Inc.

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, is pleased to announce it is the first secondary marketing platform to integrate with Freddie Mac's Income Limits application programming interface (API) created for the first-time home buyer area median income (AMI) limits. Income Limits allows for the accurate pricing of Credit Fee in Price (Exhibit 19, or "Credit Fees") waivers.

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

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The California Crime Writers Conference is back

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- After going virtual in 2021 due to the pandemic, the California Crime Writers Conference (CCWC) is back with an in-person, two-day event to be held June 10-11, 2023 at the Hilton Los Angeles (Culver City). This premier conference offers panels and workshops on craft and the business of writing as well as opportunities for manuscript consultations and professional headshots at modest prices.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

* Film Option Contracts

* Writing the Sex Scene

* Online Ad Strategies

* Audiobook Production

* Humorous Ways to Die

* Short Story Writing Tips

* Serial Drama Podcasts

* Cutting-Edge Forensics

* Police PTSD

This year's Guests of Honor are Deborah Crombie, bestselling and award-winning author of the Duncan Kincaid and Gemma James detective series, and critically acclaimed crime novelist Rachel Howzell Hall.

Check it out at: https://ccwconference.org/.

About the CCWC:

The CCWC attracts publishers, agents, and editors as well as authors of crime fiction and true crime at all levels - from bestsellers to newbies. Started in 2009, the CCWC is a biennial production of Sisters in Crime/Los Angeles and Mystery Writers of America/Southern California.

This conference often sells out. Registration is open at https://ccwconference.org/registration/.

INFORMATION:

Complete information: https://ccwconference.org/

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For information on panels and programming, contact info@ccwconference.org.

News from California Crime Writers Conference

After going virtual in 2021 due to the pandemic, the California Crime Writers Conference (CCWC) is back with an in-person, two-day event to be held June 10-11, 2023 at the Hilton Los Angeles (Culver City). This premier conference offers panels and workshops on craft and the business of writing as well as opportunities for manuscript consultations and professional headshots at modest prices.

Related link: https://ccwconference.org/

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EnergyCAP expands offering to include financial-grade carbon accounting

BOALSBURG, Pa., /ScoopCloud/ -- EnergyCAP, a leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the launch of CarbonHub, a new solution that offers financial-grade carbon accounting and sustainability reporting.

For over four decades, EnergyCAP has been the trusted software provider for over ten-thousand energy and sustainability professionals across government, education, commercial sectors, and energy service companies (ESCOs). The company has a reputation for helping clients improve energy efficiency, streamline accounting processes, reduce resource consumption, and identify opportunities for sustainable operations. Recently, in August 2022, EnergyCAP further strengthened its capabilities by acquiring Wattics, a global leader in real-time energy management and analytics monitoring software.

EnergyCAP's newest solution, CarbonHub, serves as the central repository of all carbon emissions related data, sustainability reporting, and tracking performance towards decarbonization goals. It utilizes financial-grade utility data from the EnergyCAP platform and automatically applies standard or custom factors for auditable Scope 1, 2, and 3 reporting. CarbonHub can also calculate emissions from other inputs such as onsite generation, central plants, corporate travel, supplier and distributor emissions, and more!

With the launch of CarbonHub, EnergyCAP is now the most comprehensive energy and sustainability ERP solution on the market, offering a wide range of financial-grade data analysis and reporting capabilities, including:

* Portfolio-level energy management and utility bill accounting - Powered by EnergyCAP

* Financial-grade carbon accounting and sustainability reporting - Powered by CarbonHub, an EnergyCAP Solution

* Real-time energy analytics at the building and device level - Powered by Wattics, an EnergyCAP solution

"The launch of CarbonHub marks a significant milestone in the evolution of EnergyCAP," said Tom Patterson, CEO of EnergyCAP. "We have long been recognized for providing best-in-class portfolio-level energy management and utility bill accounting. The acquisition of Wattics and the launch of CarbonHub positions us as a leading provider of comprehensive energy and sustainability ERP software. We are committed to continually innovating to meet our customers' needs to ensure that we offer the best, single source of truth for all sustainability and energy teams around the globe."

CarbonHub is now available for existing and new EnergyCAP customers to bundle with their EnergyCAP solution. For customers seeking an independent carbon accounting solution, CarbonHub will be available to purchase stand-alone in the Summer of 2023.

Learn more about CarbonHub and EnergyCAP's complete suite of Energy & Sustainability ERP solutions at Catalyst 2023 in State College, PA, April 25 - 27, 2023.

Visit https://www.energycap.com/CarbonHub/ for more information and to request a demo of the solution.

About EnergyCAP, LLC:

EnergyCAP is the leading Energy & Sustainability ERP, empowering customers with full control and understanding of their energy & sustainability data to reduce their carbon footprint and drive savings. For over forty years, thousands of public and private institutions have been using EnergyCAP to streamline accounting processes, reduce resource consumption, and identify opportunities for sustainable operations. EnergyCAP helps customers who are drowning in paper bills, manual processes, and cumbersome spreadsheets and enables them to execute, analyze, and report on the energy and decarbonization projects needed to create a more sustainable world.

Visit https://www.energycap.com/ to learn more.

News from EnergyCAP Inc

EnergyCAP, a leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the launch of CarbonHub, a new solution that offers financial-grade carbon accounting and sustainability reporting.

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

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Leading Travel Insurance Comparison Site TravelInsurance.com Surpasses 90,000 Customer Reviews on Shopper Approved in U.S.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- TravelInsurance.com today announced they surpassed 90,000 customer reviews on Shopper Approved, a rapidly growing customer review platform in the United States. The verified customer reviews resulted in an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, with 78,000 reviews receiving a perfect 5-star rating. TravelInsurance.com currently has the highest amount of third party reviews of any company in the travel insurance industry.

Shopper Approved reviews for TravelInsurance.com come from active paying customers who recently made verified purchases. Every customer has an opportunity to leave an unbiased review of their own experience with TravelInsurance.com. As a result, new visitors can trust the authenticity of the reviews and have confidence in the service provided by TravelInsurance.com.

Travel insurance helps protect against the unexpected while safeguarding the consumer's financial investment in their trip. Unfortunately, travelers often deal with websites that are not transparent and only offer generic coverage from a single insurance provider. Instead, TravelInsurance.com offers travelers the needed flexibility in choosing policies with sufficient coverage that meet their budget.

TravelInsurance.com disrupted the travel insurance industry with a user-friendly platform that allows shoppers to search, compare, and purchase from highly-rated insurance providers in the marketplace. Travelers can also choose add-on coverage, see any coverage limits, required deductibles, and more. The platform simplifies the online shopping process, and customers can easily research and buy their policies securely through TravelInsurance.com's website. Once purchased, the new travel insurance policy is sent within minutes to the customer by email.

TravelInsurance.com is committed to providing the best service and policies possible to its customers. Comprehensive travel insurance can help recoup costs that are otherwise lost to the consumer, whether due to lost baggage, medical emergencies, trip delays, trip cancellation or trip interruption.

Today's announcement illustrates the trusted reputation of TravelInsurance.com with over 90,000 reviews on Shopper Approved. To view TravelInsurance.com's reviews on Shopper Approved, please visit https://www.shopperapproved.com/reviews/travelinsurance.com/.

To compare and buy travel insurance or for more information and travel tips, visit https://www.travelinsurance.com/.

About TravelInsurance.com:

TravelInsurance.com helps simplify the complicated world of travel insurance by providing consumers with the easiest way to compare and buy trip insurance coverage online. A member company of the U.S. Travel Insurance Association, TravelInsurance.com is owned and operated by DigiVentures Holdings, LLC, a licensed agency that works with some of the largest travel insurers in the industry. Purchases can be made directly through the TravelInsurance.com website, with policies sent by email within minutes.

News from TravelInsurance.com

TravelInsurance.com today announced they surpassed 90,000 customer reviews on Shopper Approved, a rapidly growing customer review platform in the United States. The verified customer reviews resulted in an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, with 78,000 reviews receiving a perfect 5-star rating. TravelInsurance.com currently has the highest amount of third party reviews of any company in the travel insurance industry.

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

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NCNW HIRES NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO: Lauded Civil Rights Organization Changes Governance Structure First Time in 88-Years

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) announced Shavon Arline-Bradley was hired to serve as the organization's first president and chief executive officer. After 88 years, the organization changed its governance structure to work more efficiently.

"We are excited to have hired Shavon as our new president and CEO. She is an extraordinary communicator, and her expertise in the areas of public health and social justice is impressive," said Dr. A. Lois Keith, newly elected board chair of NCNW. "She will exceed expectations because these are the areas in which NCNW would like to continue, as we bridge the generational gap."

Rev. Arline-Bradley, who is also an ordained minister, brings 21 years of experience in healthcare, equity diversity & inclusion (EDI), government affairs, and executive leadership. She is the founding principal and CEO of R.E.A.C.H. Beyond Solutions, a public health, advocacy, and executive leadership firm promoting EDI, political and organizational strategy, risk management, government affairs, and technical assistance. Under her leadership, the firm's gross profit grew exponentially in 5 years by broadening its client base to include federal government, foundation, corporate, non-profit, and political candidate entities in the United States and Netherlands.

Prior to starting her firm, she served as senior advisor and director of external engagement during the Obama Administration in the Department of Health & Human Services for the 19th U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vice Admiral Vivek H. Murthy, where she worked with congressional and global leaders to advance the administration's public health agenda of building bi-partisan policies and solidifying public-private partnership opportunities to advance domestic and global health.

Before her tenure in the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, at the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) headquarters, Rev. Arline-Bradley served as the executive vice president of strategic planning & partnerships, as well as former chief of staff, where she managed over $30 million portfolio, and senior director of health programs for 2,200 chapters and over 500,000 members.

Because of her passion to advance EDI and improve the health and social outcomes of the most vulnerable, Rev. Arline-Bradley co-founded The Health Equity Cypher Group, a collective of health leaders advancing EDI and executive leadership in all sectors.

She is a community advocate serving as president & chairman of Delta for Women in Action, a 501(c)4 organization, the vice-chair of the NAACP Board of Directors Health Committee, and the immediate past co-chair of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., National Social Action Commission. Rev. Arline-Bradley also serves as an advisory member of the Oprah Winfrey Network initiative "OWN Your Health." In addition, she is an active member of American Public Health Association, Links, Inc., and Jack & Jill of America, Inc.

A southern New Jersey native, she earned her bachelor's and master's in public health from Tulane University. She also graduated from the Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University with a Master of Divinity, where she too became an ordained minister. Rev. Arline-Bradley completed an Executive Certificate of Business Management from Howard University and an Executive Certificate in Diversity & Inclusion from Cornell University.

"This is an exciting time for NCNW. Shavon is a person of vision, with tremendous ideas, a broad outreach, and a flawless work record that will be recognized for years to come," said Dr. Thelma T. Daley, NCNW immediate past president and chair, the last to hold the combined position in the organization's history.

At the NCNW 60th Biennial National Convention held in December 2022, Dr. Daley adroitly shepherded the assembled delegates in the passing of the bylaws to allow the restructuring of the organization founded in 1935. This is the first time NCNW has designated separate leadership roles electing a board chair and hiring a president/CEO serving in a salaried position.

The new structure was proposed by Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole. Based on her experience in serving simultaneously as the chair of the board and president, she felt the time was right for NCNW to move to a structure that is already in place in many women's rights and civil rights organizations. With this new structure, the NCNW board chair's focus will be to convene the board to carry out its work that is centered in governance and major decision-making of the organization to set a tone for carrying out the vision and mission of NCNW. The president/CEO is charged with strategy and operations management, as well as maintaining the financial success of NCNW, while serving as the spokeswoman.

Dr. Cole explained, "With this structure, NCNW will be an even more effective women's rights and civil rights organization. We are in an intensely difficult time in our country. A time when there are constant challenges to the fundamental rights of women, people of color, and all marginalized communities. At such a time as this, a deeply challenging time such as this, NCNW is so fortunate to have Shavon Arline-Bradley as our president and CEO; for she is a deeply admired and an effective leader in our on-going struggle for justice and equity. I look forward to how NCNW will continue to soar to the height of her possibilities under the leadership of Sister Chair Lois Keith and Sister President and CEO Shavon Arline-Bradley."

Rev. Arline-Bradley will start her new position March 2023, while Dr. Keith took her seat as board chair January 2023.

Dr. Daley added, "It is just very exciting, very exciting that a person under 50 is coming in to lead the organization, communicating to the public that NCNW is moving into the 21st century. NCNW is vital. NCNW is up to date. No one is cast aside. All will work together as a unit for justice the way Dr. Bethune and Dr. Height would have like to bring us together. The idea of leave no one behind."

NCNW is an "organization of organizations," comprised of 330 campus and community-based sections and 32 national women's organizations that enlightens, inspires, and connects more than 2,000,000 women and men. Its mission is to lead, advocate for, and empower women of African descent, their families, and communities. It was founded in 1935 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, an influential educator and activist, and for more than fifty years, the iconic Dr. Dorothy Height was president of NCNW.

Today, the NCNW programs are grounded on a foundation of critical concerns known as "Four for the Future." It promotes education with a special focus on: science, technology, engineering, and math (STEAM); encourages entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and economic stability; educates women about good health and HIV/AIDS, and promotes civic engagement and advocates for sound public policy and social justice.

For more information, visit https://ncnw.org/.

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Today, National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) announced Shavon Arline-Bradley was hired to serve as the organization's first president and chief executive officer. After 88 years, the organization changed its governance structure to work more efficiently.

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The BioBuilder Educational Foundation Initiates Plan to Train Bioeconomy Workforce

NEWTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- The BioBuilder Educational Foundation, Inc. ("BioBuilder"), which has a decade of empowering teachers and schools to bring synthetic biology education to school districts in 47 states, today announced its launch of a strategic planning process designed to grow the bioeconomy workforce at scale in urban, rural, and tribal communities.

This effort represents an expansion of the work BioBuilder has accomplished to date in Eastern Tennessee. BioBuilder spent several years partnering with secondary schools and East Tennessee State University (ETSU). Last year, the University produced a Synthetic Biology Task Force Report that recommended a roadmap to raise awareness of career opportunities available via synthetic biology and the bioeconomy, and to create programs at the University to teach students and ready them for those jobs.

BioBuilder's next phase, in which it will build on the learning from Eastern Tennessee, is to develop a plan to grow the bioeconomy workforce across the USA, while still considering local contexts. The work will be made possible by support from Schmidt Futures, a philanthropic initiative of Eric and Wendy Schmidt that bets early on exceptional people making the world better.

Dr. Natalie Kuldell, founder and Executive Director of BioBuilder, shared, "BioBuilder is committed to inspiring students to learn and love life science, on a path to bright futures, successful careers, and a better world. We're thankful for Schmidt Futures support of our next steps, as we address the bioeconomy's shortage of trained technical talent."

Schmidt Futures is a philanthropic initiative founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt that bets early on exceptional people making the world better. Through work with partners like BioBuilder, Schmidt Futures aims to bring talented people together in networks to prove out their ideas and solve hard problems in science and society.

Dr. Mary Maxon, Executive Director of the Schmidt Futures BioFutures Pprogram, remarked that "BioBuilder's accessible curriculum has made a substantial impact on secondary and post-secondary life-science education. We look forward to the plan they develop for scaling their early successes and expanding the geographic diversity of biotechnology opportunities."

For more information about The BioBuilder Education Foundation, please contact [info@biobuilder.org] or visit https://biobuilder.org.

About BioBuilder:

Created by an award-winning team from MIT, BioBuilder empowers teachers and schools to better serve students and employers by elevating the skills that students are taught. Founded in 2011, BioBuilder has grown to partner with schools in almost every state and around the world. BioBuilder builds confidence in teachers to learn and apply the synthetic biology curricula, and provides laboratory kits and an openly accessible textbook that enable experiential learning.

BioBuilder also works directly with district and community leaders to identify potential roadblocks to narrow the gap between science innovation and science education - at least for biology - across the U.S., and better match the skill of our nation's workforce to the needs of the synthetic biology industry. Learn more by visiting https://biobuilder.org/.

About Schmidt Futures:

Schmidt Futures bets early on exceptional people making the world better. Founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, Schmidt Futures is a philanthropic initiative that brings talented people together in networks to prove out their ideas and solve hard problems in science and society. To learn more about our method and the diverse types of capital and tools that we deploy, visit: https://www.schmidtfutures.com

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The BioBuilder Educational Foundation, Inc. ("BioBuilder"), which has a decade of empowering teachers and schools to bring synthetic biology education to school districts in 47 states, today announced its launch of a strategic planning process designed to grow the bioeconomy workforce at scale in urban, rural, and tribal communities.

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AirDeck Completes SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance

MADISON, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ -- SaaS company and leader in document communication, AirDeck, achieved Systems and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type 1 compliance after a rigorous assessment conducted by a third-party auditor, Johanson Group LLP. Johanson Group specializes in SOC 2 audits and provides audit and professional services to public and private companies, large and small, in a variety of industries. The audit confirmed AirDeck's information security controls meet the leading industry standards for security, confidentiality, privacy, processing, and integrity.

"Completing a SOC 2 independent audit provides our clients with third-party validation that we do more than talk about privacy," says Adam Babler, CPA, AirDeck's VP of Finance and Operations. "We are willing and able to provide independent testing and validation that proves our data systems and controls are trusted."

SOC 2 is just one aspect of AirDeck's growing security program. AirDeck is committed to continually improving their information security program and retaining an annual SOC 2 audit to support customers' needs.

AirDeck originated in 2019 with the goal to bring clarity to complex documents and presentations. The platform allows you to bring your documents to life with audio and video narration and share asynchronously. This allows you to personalize at scale, add clarity, and eliminate unnecessary meetings. To date, customers have created over 20,000 decks which have resulted in 2,401,879 minutes of viewer engagement.

To learn more about AirDeck, visit https://airdeck.co/.

About AirDeck:

AirDeck is the leader in document communication. Our platform helps you bring your documents to life. Through the use of audio and video narration, you can personalize, add clarity, and create an instant connection with your audience whenever you send a document or presentation. From customer success and sales to human resources, we help teams add value in a way that rises above the noise and eliminates unnecessary meetings.

About Johanson Group LLP:

The Johanson Group provides SOC 2 & 3 examination services to public and private companies in a variety of industries across the world. They deploy multidisciplinary teams composed of licensed CPAs and information technology and security specialists to ensure a comprehensive and thorough evaluation of company controls.

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SaaS company and leader in document communication, AirDeck, achieved Systems and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type 1 compliance after a rigorous assessment conducted by a third-party auditor, Johanson Group LLP. Johanson Group specializes in SOC 2 audits and provides audit and professional services to public and private companies, large and small, in a variety of industries.

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Soul Carrier Releases Limited Football Leather Handbag Collection at Phoenix Luxury Resorts

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- As Phoenix hotels and resorts prepare for the influx of guests attending the Professional Football Championship Game in February, fashion-conscious visitors who love football are sure to get excited about Soul Carrier's new football leather handbag collection.

A clutch and purse, made from the same leather that's used in manufacturing official footballs, will make a fashion statement at the big game or watching party.

Jennifer Paige Boonlorn, founder and lead designer, Soul Carrier, says that she loves to find unique materials and then figure out ways to fashion them into handbags that age gracefully with use. She also enjoys staying on top of current events and trends.

So, when Boonlorn, a Parsons School of Design graduate, learned that Phoenix was going to host the big game, she got busy. She wanted to create something super special for Soul Carrier's local retail partners in the Phoenix area.

"Arizona Biltmore has a long-standing commitment to supporting our local businesses, and a big part of that is curating our 'Only at Biltmore' shop to include high-quality, unique and locally-sourced brands - like Soul Carrier," Madison LaBerge, Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, says. "We can't wait to offer our guests something special to take home in memory of such a monumental event like this year's big game."

The early stages of Boonlorn's research about leather footballs led her to The Tannery Row, a leather outfitter in Chicago that distributes Horween leather, the official leather used in manufacturing professional footballs.

"I love seeing Horween Football Leather being used in new and unique ways and these Soul Carrier handbags are a perfect example of just that," Kyle Gerber of The Tannery Row, shares.

So, with the release of these fun and luxurious, football-themed handbags, football fashionistas can sport a bag that not only gives a nod to their favorite sport, but keeps them looking super sharp and stylish too.

A zip code locator for retail boutiques that feature Soul Carrier products is available at: https://soulcarrier.com/boutiques.

About Soul Carrier:

Founded in 2009, Soul Carrier is a luxury travel accessories brand based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Jennifer Paige Boonlorn is the founder and lead designer behind the brand. Her products are featured at prestigious resort boutiques including Four Seasons, Waldorf Astoria, Fairmont and the Beverly Hills Hotel.

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As Phoenix hotels and resorts prepare for the influx of guests attending the Professional Football Championship Game in February, fashion-conscious visitors who love football are sure to get excited about Soul Carrier's new football leather handbag collection.

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After, Inc. among 1,000 + exhibitors at the 2023 National Hardware Show (NHS) in Las Vegas

NORWALK, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- After, Inc., a global leader in warranty solutions and post-sale customer experience technology, will be joining an awesome list of exhibitors at the 2023 National Hardware Show, January 30 - February 2 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Come meet our team during the show at Booth SL4279!

NHS is the place to reconnect with colleagues and peers from all over the world at the one event that unites the industry. Home centers, independent retailers, online retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and everyone in between attend NHS to discover the newest products, innovations and trends that are shaping the future of the home improvement and DIY industry.

"We are really excited about exhibiting for the first time at NHS and showcasing our solutions for retailers and manufacturers," says Dawn Taylor, CRO at After, Inc. "Our warranty analytics and warranty marketing capabilities are relied on by some of the biggest brands in the world. The reimagined National Hardware Show is also a great place to introduce our award - winning QuickSuite platforms to this industry. Designed to work together at each stage of the post-sale lifecycle and enable clients to build meaningful relationships with their customers, the five platforms include: QuickReg (registration), QuickCover (product protection), QuickInsight (customer data enrichment and analytics), QuickClaim (product return, replacement and repair management),and QuickRenew (renewals and consumable subscriptions)."

To learn more visit https://www.afterinc.com/ or contact: Dawn Taylor dtaylor@afterinc.com 813.998.6885

ABOUT AFTER, INC.

After, Inc. (afterinc.com) is a pioneer in the Warranty Services industry. Since 2005, After, Inc. has been partnering with some of the world's top brands to help transform their warranty and post-sale customer experiences. In 2022, After acquired Accentf(x), adding vertically integrated capabilities to our post-sale marketing solutions.

Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn. and with offices in New York City, After, Inc. is part of Galway Holdings, a financial services distribution company with a focus on data analytics, technology transformation, and innovative risk sharing solutions.

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After, Inc., a global leader in warranty solutions and post-sale customer experience technology, will be joining an awesome list of exhibitors at the 2023 National Hardware Show, January 30 - February 2 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Come meet our team during the show at Booth SL4279!

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World’s Only Truly Immersive Sports AirBnB Gets Visits – and Competition – from Pro Athletes

ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- A massive 54 acre sports-themed AirBnB style resort near Orlando is defying what market experts are calling the "AirBnBust," Orlando Area Luxury Rentals LLC announced today. The Lake Louisa Chateau, adjacent to the beach at Central Florida's Lake Louisa State Park, is a dream come true for sports lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Sports legends and celebrity athletes have already begun to take notice and are vying not only to stay at The Lake Louisa Chateau but also to compete there.

During his staycation at the estate, recently retired NBA player DeMarre Carroll toppled the high score on the Chateau's arcade basketball game but his achievement was soon outdone by a high school teen whose family rented the estate soon after. Only weeks later, former Titans player Michael Harrington stayed at the estate and tied what now remains the current high score of 422.

With families travelling from all over to stay at The Lake Louisa Chateau, it's only a matter of time before another amateur athlete pummels a pro's high score.

While AirBnBs around the nation are beginning to go belly up, The Lake Louisa Chateau has clearly hit a home run and stays impressively booked throughout the year.

Owner David Canther says that part of the secret to what he terms his "AirBn-SLAM DUNK" is providing a unique and immersive experience. "When you pour your heart and soul into making a house, people will pick up on that energy and come to play - and stay."

The Lake Louisa Chateau sports mansion also offers a huge screened-in pool, karaoke, home theater, inflatable human foosball, Connect Four hoops, boating, fishing, and more.

See The Lake Louisa Chateau here: https://www.lakelouisachateau.com/.

About Orlando Area Luxury Rentals LLC:

Orlando Area Luxury Rentals LLC is a central Florida company offering unique mansions for rent on gated acreage. A unique brand of "themed home experience" combined with "6 star service" has helped OALR maintain a world class reputation for excellence among travelers. Learn more: https://orlandoarealuxuryrentals.com/.

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A massive 54 acre sports-themed AirBnB style resort near Orlando is defying what market experts are calling the "AirBnBust," Orlando Area Luxury Rentals LLC announced today. The Lake Louisa Chateau, adjacent to the beach at Central Florida's Lake Louisa State Park, is a dream come true for sports lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Related link: https://orlandoarealuxuryrentals.com/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Covenant Winery Kicks off 20th Anniversary with Jazz Concert at City Winery in New York City

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Covenant Winery, which highlights appellation driven wines from California and Israel, kicks off its 20th anniversary celebration on Sunday, February 5 at City Winery from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in New York City with a jazz concert led by winery founder and proprietor, Jeff Morgan, and friends.

Celebrating the 20th marker of their first vintage, the winery is an urban destination located in Berkeley, California's exciting Gilman District, home to wineries, breweries and distilleries offering visitors a full California wine appellational experience, along with releases from the company's Israeli portfolio.

Morgan owns the Covenant winery with his wife and CEO Jodie and 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 25 years, but because of the pandemic, he had some time on his hands and returned to his saxophone again. After a full year of practice and hosting a summer concert series in 2022 at the Tasting Patio of their urban winery, Jeff has regained his playing chops.

The wines of Covenant have received wide international acclaim and the Morgans have collaborated on ten cookbooks together, refining the approach to food and wine pairing. Elegant and approachable, books such as the Covenant Kitchen, the Dean & Deluca cookbook and the Domaine Chandon cookbook have delighted foodies with their fresh, ingredient driven recipes. Their informed and no-nonsense food pairings take the guesswork out of entertaining challenges, allowing the chef to relax and enjoy the journey of cooking and wine pairing.

The concert will feature a walk around wine tasting with food pairings, and doors open at 2:30 p.m., with the concert kicking off at 3:30 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased here - https://www.citywinery.com/newyork/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=NYLFT-Covenant-Jazz-Wine-Tasting-2-5-23-330pm&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=

City Winery NYC is located at 25 Eleventh Avenue at 15th Street in Manhattan, N.Y.

2023 will feature a number of 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 www.covenantwines.com or emailing wine@covenantwines.com.

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Covenant Winery, which highlights appellation driven wines from California and Israel, kicks off its 20th anniversary celebration on Sunday, February 5 at City Winery from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in New York City with a jazz concert led by winery founder and proprietor, Jeff Morgan, and friends.

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Taiwan Scientologists Celebrate the New Year With a Wish for a Brighter Future for All

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan /ScoopCloud/ -- The Church of Scientology of Kaohsiung embarks on the Year of the Rabbit with the wish that the year brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and peace to all. They work to accomplish this wish, as they have since the Church's dedication by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in December 2013, by seeing to the spiritual growth of their parishioners, honoring Taiwan's culture, and addressing social issues that impact the lives of the Taiwanese.

In an episode of "Destination: Scientology" on the Scientology Network, staff and members of the congregation share their love of the traditions of their country and its values and goals.

"Chinese New Year is a time when all family members come together to wish each other good luck," says one of the staff interviewed in the documentary. And 15 days later they celebrate Lantern Festival, where the lanterns symbolize a new beginning with the hope for a brighter future.

The Church of Scientology of Taiwan embraces its responsibility for preserving the traditional Eastern culture for the next generation while uplifting the family and society in the true spirit of Taiwan.

Scientologists volunteer in schools in Kaohsiung and throughout the island, educating youth on the truth about drugs, raising awareness of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and promoting values and life tools contained in The Way to Happiness, the common-sense guide to better living written by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Year after year, the Taiwan Ministry of the Interior has acknowledged the work of Taiwan Scientologists by presenting the Church with the annual Meritorious Religious Group Award.

"It's really about giving back," says a staff member. "It's really about what I can bring back to the community, what I can represent for my family. I could say it's 'the spirit of Taiwan'-- to put that magic touch in everybody's life."

Destination: Scientology is an original series airing on the Scientology Network at DIRECTV channel 320 and streaming at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. Episodes take viewers inside Scientology Churches across the globe, where they discover what makes each Church unique, the diversity of Scientology Churches, and the cooperation that weaves each into the local community fabric.

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The Church of Scientology of Kaohsiung embarks on the Year of the Rabbit with the wish that the year brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and peace to all. In an episode of "Destination: Scientology" on the Scientology Network, staff and members of the congregation share their love of the traditions of their country and its values and goals.

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Arlington Philharmonic to premiere 242 year-old work in upcoming concert

ARLINGTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the United States premiere a composition written in 1781 by Marianna Martines, a student of Franz Joseph Haydn. Martines work is the overture to her oratorio "Isacco." This edition by the Philharmonic Orchestra's Music Director Orlando Cela aims to preserve as much as possible the intentions of the composer, and show the mastery of Martines.

Martines was born in Vienna in 1744, in a building where luminary artists resided - Nicola Porpora and Franz Joseph Haydn, for example - above the chambers of the Esterhazy dowager princess. The poet Metastasio lived with Martines' family since 1734, and he helped to connect Martines to these artists, and more. By age ten, Martines was performing for the Imperial court, either singing or playing her compositions, which showed amazing prowess in her writing and her singing, since these compositions were not easy. She was the first woman to be inducted into the Accademia Filarmonica di Bologna, and became a very popular musician in her day, being compared to CPE Bach on her harpsichord playing, and possibly having influenced the then 12 y.o. Mozart's Mass KV. 139.

The overture to be performed will open the Philharmonic Society of Arlington's Mid-Winter Concert entitled "It's All About Papa," since all the works are written by or influenced by "Papa" Franz Joseph Haydn. The rest of the program will include Johannes Brahms' "Variations on a Theme by Haydn," and Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 2 in D, featuring the 2022 Philharmonic Society of Arlington's Young Artist Competition Winner, cellist Elena Ariza.

Schedule:

The concert will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2023, 7:30 p.m. at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist, 630 Mass. Ave, Arlington, MA, led by Cela.

Tickets will be on sale at the door:

$20 General Admission, $15 Students/Seniors, $5 Children 17 & Under. Wheelchair Accessible. Masking required to attend.

About The Philharmonic Society of Arlington:

The Philharmonic Society of Arlington, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization incorporating The Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra, The Arlington-Belmont Chorale, and The Arlington-Belmont Chamber Chorus.

For more information, visit https://psarlington.org/.

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The Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the United States premiere a composition written in 1781 by Marianna Martines, a student of Franz Joseph Haydn. Martines work is the overture to her oratorio "Isacco." This edition by the Philharmonic Orchestra's Music Director Orlando Cela aims to preserve as much as possible the intentions of the composer, and show the mastery of Martines.

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Talent Competition and Charity Event Goes Global!

SEATTLE, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ -- Tori Belle Cosmetics announces its second annual Virtual TB's Got Talent Charity Bash, airing Live, March 2, 2023 at 4 p.m. PT on the Tori Belle Cosmetics FB page and Tori Belle Cosmetics YouTube channel. The proceeds will provide grants for people and families in need through the National Organization for Women's Safety Awareness (N.O.W.S.A.).

In an unusual move, Tori Belle will donate all fundraising proceeds, in the form of grants, assuring that assistance goes to underserved people in need, in many communities. Talent entries are open now through February 9 for singers and variety talents by visiting TB Talent Contest Entry Form (jotform.com).

Previously, the competition was open only to Affiliates of the company. This year they have announced a major change to the competition and have expanded the competition globally to include anyone aged 14 and older. Adding additional excitement, the competition is FREE to enter.

Co-founder and CEO of Tori Belle Cosmetics, Laura Hunter, explains: "This year we wanted to truly include everyone. This is our fifth charity bash and we have raised over $100 thousand dollars for families to date. We love that we have an opportunity to directly give to the friends and neighbors of our donators. It is truly an honor to be able to make a positive impact in the lives of our most vulnerable families around the world."

The audience will choose the ultimate winner via online voting. Every vote is a $1 donation benefiting families facing financial hardship. The talent competitors will vie for the ultimate prize of being featured to over 2 million people via Tori Belle Cosmetics social media platforms, a magazine cover and $500 in gifts and prizes. The live event will also include live drawings for viewer prizes, entertainment, and deeply discounted Tori Belle Cosmetics products.

The show will be hosted by actress, model, and former Ms. World, Meghan Buelt. The semi-finalists will be chosen by an esteemed panel of judges, including Film Producer, Director, and Actor, Jason Brooks, Inventor, Actress, and Co-founder and Tori Belle Cosmetics CEO, Laura Hunter, and motivational speaker, Cathie Allen.

The competition is made possible thanks to a strong partnership between NOWSA, the generosity of Tori Belle customers, Sales Affiliates, and Tori Belle Cosmetics corporate donations.

Support families in need here - https://www.toribellecosmetics.com/products/tbs-got-talent-charity-bash-donation-2023?webalias=www

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Tori Belle Cosmetics announces its second annual Virtual TB's Got Talent Charity Bash, airing Live, March 2, 2023 at 4 p.m. PT on the Tori Belle Cosmetics FB page and Tori Belle Cosmetics YouTube channel. The proceeds will provide grants for people and families in need through the National Organization for Women's Safety Awareness (N.O.W.S.A.).

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

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MMI appoints Rob Pommier as Regional Director of Enterprise Sales

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 added industry veteran Rob Pommier to the enterprise sales team as regional director. Pommier will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

"Rob isn't just an industry veteran. He's a well-known and trusted entity throughout the mortgage technology field, and MMI can only benefit from the expertise of an experienced sales executive such as Rob," said Melissa Sike, vice president of enterprise sales. "As a member of the enterprise sales team, Rob will not only help MMI grow its customer base, but he will also help our customers achieve their growth goals."

Pommier brings more than 40 years of experience throughout the industry, serving in executive roles on both the lender and technology sides of the origination process. Prior to joining MMI, Pommier was a strategic executive at SimpleNexus, an industry-leading point-of-sale provider. During his storied career, Pommier also spent time at industry stalwarts such as Altisource, Fiserv and OpenClose.

"Throughout my career, I have always strived to contribute to both my company and the industry as a whole. Given the impact MMI's robust data and innovative technology is already having on the industry, I am thrilled to align myself with an organization whose mission and focus so closely mirror my own," said Pommier. "I look forward to introducing my extensive network of contacts to the benefits and expertise MMI provides."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions. To learn more, visit https://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.

News from Mobility Market Intelligence

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today it has added industry veteran Rob Pommier to the enterprise sales team as regional director. Pommier will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

Related link: https://mmi.io

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NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH: Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (PSG) Announces Artemetrx Extend – Revolutionary Drug Management Reporting Tool Offers Powerful User Insights

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Artemetrx®, the industry's most preeminent platform for integrated drug cost management, is now even more robust with the launch of its new module, Artemetrx Extend™. With greater insights and analytics, Artemetrx Extend is a custom reporting tool that provides unparalleled data access through its user-friendly platform.

"Artemetrx delivers swift and easy access to valuable drug management insights. With Artemetrx Extend, our clients will be able to further tap into the rich integrated dataset of the Artemetrx platform," said Libby Johnson, PSG Chief Data and Analytics Officer. "Artemetrx Extend continues our long legacy of client advocacy and innovation, as the industry's best keeps getting better."

Can your organization quickly get its data-driven questions answered? Most plans get bogged down waiting for custom analytics when Artemetrx can respond in seconds. The major capabilities now available within Artemetrx Extend, through powerful filtering and drill downs, include the ability to:

* Determine how many members have medical claims associated with a diagnosis for a specific group

* Analyze the specific diagnoses that a particular drug is prescribed to treat for a population based on claims history

* Model the financial impact of switching from one preferred medication to another

* View spend and trend statistics on all drugs (specialty/non-specialty, medical/pharmacy) or search based on National Drug Code, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System, or drug name

There are two versions of Artemetrx Extend available: Base Access is available for all users, and Power User Access is optional, allowing for custom report and dashboard building and the ability to save and share reports.

Artemetrx is a proprietary industry-leading web-based software for integrated drug management developed by Pharmaceutical Strategies Group. Artemetrx Extend is the latest in a series of innovations on the Artemetrx platform.

Learn more about how Artemetrx Extend: https://link.psgconsults.com/Artemetrx.Extend

About Artemetrx®

Artemetrx is a proprietary SaaS platform developed by Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (PSG), an EPIC company. As one of the first technology solutions in the market to integrate pharmacy and medical claims data for specialty drug cost management, Artemetrx continues to provide market-leading specialty drug insights to payers. It delivers unparalleled intelligence and line-of-sight into serious challenges perpetuating out-of-control drug costs and compromised patient outcomes.

More information: https://www.psgconsults.com/discoverartemetrx

About Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (PSG)

Pharmaceutical Strategies Group, an EPIC company, relentlessly advocates for clients as they navigate complex and ever-changing drug cost management challenges. PSG's innovative drug management solutions, including Artemetrx®, deliver actionable insights with exceptional financial and clinical value. PSG functions as a strategic partner through industry-leading intelligence and technologies to realize billions of dollars in drug cost savings for clients every year.

More information: https://www.psgconsults.com/

News from Pharmaceutical Strategies Group

Artemetrx®, the industry's most preeminent platform for integrated drug cost management, is now even more robust with the launch of its new module, Artemetrx Extend™. With greater insights and analytics, Artemetrx Extend is a custom reporting tool that provides unparalleled data access through its user-friendly platform.

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

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9th Annual Cursive is Cool Contest Launches for Students in North America

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation announced that their 2023 "Cursive is Cool"® contest is now open to North American students from Kindergarten to Grade 6. Students are encouraged to enter early. Prizes will be awarded for First Place, Second Place, Third Place based on legibility and neatness. One of each prize per grade will be awarded. There will also be a prize awarded for each grade for the most Creative content and a random drawing will be held at the conclusion of the contest, so every entry has the chance to win a prize!

"We are helping young writers find their voices. Every entry has an equal chance to win. Our judges are excited and look forward to reading the kids' points of view. The entries are enlightening and often entertaining," remarked Lauren Mooney Bear CG, Campaign for Cursive Chair and President of the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation.

The annual cursive contest has many supporters. A new supporter this year is Holistic Health Counseling Center. The North American contest supporters continue to grow, with Blind Pig Press, Amsterdam Printing, CursiveLogic, Sheila Lowe Author, Dixon Ticonderoga, Fahrney's Pens, Itoya, Louise Borden Author, Caran D'ache, Columbia City Seattle Ninja School, Gary's RV Repair in AZ, Christy Zwenger Author, New American Cursive, J6R6, Mirthos Paper, PEN World, Profolio, Darla's Razzle Dazzles Gifts, Gold Beach OR, Sakura, and Writing Academy. People and businesses from the four corners of North America are enthusiastic about supporting the Cursive Is Cool contest.

"Write don't type! Cursive is creative and it's fun to try different kinds of pens to write with," says Dr. Marion Rollings, Vice-President of the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation.

The contest dates are January 23 through April 15, 2023.

For more information, contact Lauren Mooney Bear: CursiveIsCool@gmail.com.

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

"You don't have to be the best writer this year

To win a prize that will bring you cheer.

Entering is the main thing to do

To win a prize to be sent to you!"

About the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation:

The Foundation is a 501-(c)6 non-profit organization, chartered and incorporated in California, and are the sponsors of Campaign for Cursive®, and will graciously accept donations.

Visit https://www.ahafhandwriting.org/.

News from American Handwriting Analysis Foundation

The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation announced that their 2023 "Cursive is Cool"® contest is now open to North American students from Kindergarten to Grade 6. Students are encouraged to enter early. Prizes will be awarded for First Place, Second Place, Third Place based on legibility and neatness.

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

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MMI Receives Growth Investment from WestView Capital Partners

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 that it has received a growth investment from WestView Capital Partners (WestView), a Boston-based private equity firm focused exclusively on middle market growth companies.

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, MMI provides a comprehensive software suite that enables participants in the mortgage origination process to track and analyze production data effectively. The MMI platform combines highly accurate and real-time data with broad nationwide geographic coverage and an intelligent, user-friendly interface, allowing its users to access the most relevant information and draw actionable insights quickly. MMI is used by mortgage lenders, loan originators and other real estate professionals to foster and manage referral relationships, facilitate informed recruiting decisions and aid in their outbound sales efforts.

"We are thrilled to partner with WestView and are eager to begin our next chapter of growth," said Ben Teerlink, Founder and CEO of MMI. "This investment from WestView will enable us to continue executing upon the numerous opportunities ahead of us. We are focused on adding new products and features to better support our customers and will leverage WestView's long-tenured experience as software investors to help us accelerate growth and expand our talented team. WestView's investment is a great sign to our customers, employees and the industry at large that we have built a company and brand poised for continued success."

"MMI is a true category leader and has built the leading brand in providing data, analytics, and intelligence to the mortgage origination process," said Kevin Twomey, Principal at WestView, who will join MMI's Board of Directors. "MMI has become an essential tool for those looking to drive more efficient production and take market share, particularly in today's market environment."

"Ben and his team have built an impressive company and have taken advantage of a clear need in the market. We are excited to partner with them as they look to continue to build and scale their platform," added John Turner, partner at WestView, who will also join the company's board.

WestView was represented by Latham & Watkins LLP with debt financing provided by Abacus Finance. MMI was represented by Horizon Partners and Buchalter PC.

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.

About WestView Capital Partners:

WestView Capital Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm focused exclusively on middle market growth companies, manages approximately $1.7 billion in capital across four funds. WestView partners with existing management teams to sponsor minority and majority recapitalizations, growth, and consolidation transactions in industries such as software and IT services, healthcare technology and outsourcing, business services, consumer, and growth industrial. WestView focuses on investing in companies with revenue of at least $10 million and operating profits between $3 and $25 million. For more information, please visit https://www.wvcapital.com/.

News from Mobility Market Intelligence

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced today that it has received a growth investment from WestView Capital Partners (WestView), a Boston-based private equity firm focused exclusively on middle market growth companies.

Related link: https://mmi.io

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Red Lite Gym launches new fitness concept

BENTONVILLEE, Ark. /ScoopCloud/ -- Red Lite Gym in Bentonville introduces a new fitness concept that combines a personalized boutique gym experience with cutting edge red light therapy body contouring treatments. Started operation on August 1, 2022, Red Lite Gym uses the only FDA-cleared red light therapy body sculpting wrap in the U.S.

Created by Allison Beardsley, a veteran in the boutique fitness industry and the founder of the Club Pilates brand, Red Lite Gym is making this proven treatment affordable and accessible as they debut their first location in Bentonville, Arkansas off of SE Walton Blvd.

The founder Allison explains, "When you combine these scientifically proven body contouring sessions with exercise and a healthy diet you dramatically change body composition much faster than with just exercise and diet alone; I am on a mission to make this luxury service affordable and accessible so more people can enjoy benefits of regular sessions, just like I did in the Pilates world with my first fitness baby Club Pilates."

The company offers a complimentary session to all first-time local clients.

Contour Light is FDA approved for inches loss, reduced pain, and increased blood flow. Whether you're looking for personal training, body contouring, better sleep, skin, health, and energy, now is the perfect time to try this unique method of fitness. Red Lite Gym is making this proven treatment affordable and accessible as they debut their first location in Bentonville, Arkansas off of SE Walton Blvd.

One Google review explained, "It is like a gym and spa had a beautiful baby." This innovative approach is designed to turbo charge your health and fitness results using the only clinically proven red light therapy body contouring wrap device in the U.S., Contour Light.

The Red Lite Gym Method included three simple steps: body contouring, vibration plate, and training.

Ready to lite up your life?

People deserve more value in their boutique fitness experience and Red Lite Gym brings their members luxury services like personal training and red light therapy body contouring treatments for as low as $12 per a session! Join Red Lite Gym today and discover the fantastic results of red light therapy body contouring treatments combined with personal training.

You can book a session online from Red Lite Gym.

To learn more about this exciting new concept in Bentonville, visit https://redlitegym.com/ or email bentonville@redlitegym.com

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Red Lite Gym in Bentonville introduces a new fitness concept that combines a personalized boutique gym experience with cutting edge red light therapy body contouring treatments. Started operation on August 1, 2022, Red Lite Gym uses the only FDA-cleared red light therapy body sculpting wrap in the U.S.

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