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Wattcoin Technologies New Energy Start-Up

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Feb. 18, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wattcoin(TM) Technologies Inc., a platform-as-a-service solution for energy companies to manage their customer's billing processes, energy savings and renewable energy investments, opens office in San Francisco, California.

Built on the decentralized Ethereum block chain platform, Wattcoin(TM) uses a system of smart contracts to move value around the globe. Block chain system lacks a centralized bank, making integration efficient and "fault tolerant" even where local currency and trading systems are unstable.

"With the surge of interest and adoption recently, regarding block chain based services, Wattcoin is perfectly positioned to become the platform for the value exchange of energy," states Wattcoin(TM) co-founder Ben Johanns, 18-year-old University of Wisconsin Engineering student. "I believe that Wattcoin has the potential to greatly change how the world values and uses energy."

Wattcoin(TM) Pay, Wattcoin(TM) Rewards, Wattcoin(TM) Investors are the three products that will disrupt the energy currency sector. Financial technology enables instant transfer of funds with near field transmission, minor transaction fees and better customer experience. Wattcoin(TM) believes that while supporting the renewable energy industry, it will help empower the 1.3 billion people without electricity in the world, that is about 18 percent of the world population.

Wattcoin(TM) is a Delaware Company with headquarters in San Francisco, Calif. It is co-founded by Ravi Singh and Ben Johanns, and has senior advisors Dr. Mohanbir Sawhney, Dr. Mohammad Shahidehpour and Dr. Claudio Lima.

For more information, visit http://www.wattcoin.com/ .

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NEWS SOURCE Wattcoin Technologies Inc. :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (who is solely responsible for its accuracy) by and Copr. © 2016 Send2Press® Newswire, a service of Neotrope®.

Mid America Mortgage Hires Four Account Executives to Serve California, New Hampshire, Tennessee, Midwest

ADDISON, Texas, Feb. 17, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) Owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode announced the firm has hired four new account executives in its wholesale and correspondent lending division.

"It's no secret Mid America is staffing up in anticipation of a stellar and productive 2016," Bode explained. "With our Mid America Concierge marketing service and eMortgage initiative, we are poised to offer both partners and consumers an unparalleled experience."

The new hires are:

Kelly Dahood-Bondra - New Hampshire:
Kelly Dahood-Bondra began her career as a loan processor and possesses 17 years of experience in client service, as well as the operations and sales sides of mortgage banking. She first transitioned from mortgage processing to sales as an account executive with Countrywide Home Loans more than a decade ago. Dahood-Bondra is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

Susan Eiland - Tennessee:
Susan Eiland is a top producer with more than 20 years of mortgage lending experience in both retail bank and wholesale environments. She began her career at Citizens Bank of Massachusetts, where she grew from an underwriter to Vice President and Loan Center Manager and served as a member of the Presidents Club, an honor reserved for the company's highest-volume lenders. Eiland transitioned from retail to wholesale lending in 2000 as an account executive at Washington Mutual Bank and later went on to work with Bank of America, MetLife Home Loans and EverBank. She has been honored as a top producer throughout her career.

Gene Lanier - California:
Gene Lanier brings to Mid America an intimate understanding of the processes tied to third-party origination, marketing, underwriting, funding, accounting, compliance and profitability. He is a lifelong advocate of the mortgage broker community and believes strongly in providing support for educational programs. Currently serving his second consecutive term as President of the North Los Angeles chapter of the California Association of Mortgage Professionals (CAMP), he is a longtime supporter of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB).

Mike Tackett - Midwest (Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan):
Mike Tackett has served the mortgage industry for more than 25 years, specializing in the Central U.S. market. His experience includes wholesale, retail and mortgage banking and spans from underwriting FHA loans to supervising a staff of 40 wholesale and correspondent lenders. Tackett is a graduate of the University of Kansas and a past president of the Indianapolis chapter of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

About Mid America Mortgage, Inc.:

Mid America Mortgage, Inc. is looking for tech-savvy, service-oriented mortgage professionals to join its growing team. We are a multi-state mortgage lender based in Addison, Texas, with branches located across the United States. Mid America offers a wide range of residential home loan programs to meet the needs of most home buyers and homeowners, and we are dedicated to providing our employees with industry-leading tools and technology to deliver a great package of competitive pricing, programs and knowledgeable service. Want to join our team? Visit http://www.midamericacareer.com/.

Additional information about Mid America Mortgage, Inc. can be found on the company's website at http://www.midamericamortgage.com/about/.

Twitter: @midamericamtge

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Take Action: Interest Free Money is Every U.S. Citizen’s Constitutional Right

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., Feb. 17, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Website author and creator, Michael Piontkowski, also known as Piont, recently launched InterestFreeBanking.com to get the word out on how every U.S. citizen can convert all their debt-interest money loans into zero percent, interest-free money loans.

"What people don't know is that their U.S. citizenship constitutionally qualifies them for interest-free money," Piont says. "They can save hundreds of thousands of dollars by not having to pay interest on home mortgages, auto and other vehicle loans, personal and business loans, credit cards, student loans and more."

Piont's website reveals that U.S. citizens' constitutional right to interest-free money was first established by President Abraham Lincoln. He also shows that the God of the Holy Bible told His people not to use debt-interest money. The God of the Holy Bible had His people using interest-free money as documented in Exodus 22:25; Deuteronomy 23:19-20; and Ezekiel 18:13.

"What we're actually doing is mocking and blaspheming the God of the Holy Bible by putting the motto: 'IN GOD WE TRUST' on our money: our debt-interest money," Piont says. "But there's a way that America's Christians can stop the public mocking and blaspheming of their God during this 2016 election."

Piont proposes that U.S. citizens can take action and take back ownership of their U.S. Government's money printing presses by passing the Abraham Lincoln Banking Act. This will restore President Lincoln's godly and constitutional interest-free money as the U.S. money supply. How? It's very straight forward.

"The plan is simple," explains Piont. "People can spread the name and news of this website over social networks and by word-of-mouth. They can also contact their U.S. congressman or congresswoman and two U.S. senators to instruct them to pass The Abraham Lincoln Banking Act."

Piont makes it quick and easy for people to contact their elected representatives on his website.

"Isn't it way past time people made their U.S. government work for them instead of against them?" Piont asks. "If given the choice, why would someone choose debt-interest money over zero-percent money? Just think about that."

For more information, visit: http://www.interestfreebanking.com/ .

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NEWS SOURCE Michael Piontkowski :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (who is solely responsible for its accuracy) by and Copr. © 2016 Send2Press® Newswire, a service of Neotrope®.

Bank of Southern California Announces Senior Vice President Promotions

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Feb. 17, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL) announced the promotion of Marie Crivello and Debbie Marshall to Senior Vice President. Ms. Crivello joined Bank of Southern California in 2012 as Vice President, Client Relationship Manager. She has over 16 years of banking and client relationship management experience. Ms. Marshall joined the bank in 2011 as Vice President, Deposit Operations, bringing over 30 years of banking, compliance, and risk management experience to the bank.

Nathan Rogge, President and CEO of the Company, said, "I am pleased to recognize the contributions that both of these professionals have made to further the success of our company. Marie Crivello takes relationship banking to a new level with an unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of service to her clients. She has year-over-year been instrumental in helping the bank organically grow and has continued to be recognized as a top performing relationship manager."

Added Rogge, "Debbie Marshall's role in regulatory compliance and branch operations has continued to grow over the last five years. She was a key contributor in the previous three bank acquisitions and held a primary role in ensuring the success of the bank's core systems conversion in 2015."

About Bank of Southern California:

A growing community business bank, established in 2001, Bank of Southern California, N.A., with headquarters in San Diego, Calif., is locally owned and managed and offers a wide range of financial products to individuals, professionals and small-to-mid sized businesses. The bank's solution-driven, relationship-based approach to banking provides accessibility to decision makers and enhances value through strong partnerships with their clients.

The bank currently operates seven offices in San Diego and the Coachella Valley of Riverside County.

For more information, visit http://www.banksocal.com/ or call (858) 847-4780.

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REF: OTCQB:BCAL / PinkSheets:BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL

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Very Rich Style (VRS) by Velica Steadman Featured in the PLITZS New York City Fashion Week Designer Showcase

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 16, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Very Rich Style is a fashion design brand that was born from a mother's desire. The owner, Velica Steadman initially, originally thought sewing would just be a hobby. However, her mother pushed her towards a different idea. After a decent amount of encouragement, her mother's advice finally got to her. Velica changed her attention from small decorative furnishings, to dress-making, and creating men's accessories.

Unknowingly, she found a love for constructing something that would be admired by many. After her family discovered this new skill of hers, they decided to ask her for custom-made clothing. Miss Steadman would never have thought she could make a label out of this newly found love.

However, with the help of her family, VRS (Very Rich Style) was born. VRS, Very Rich Style, is considered to be "funky chic with a mix of retro couture and modern flair." Most of Velica's inspiration also came from her travels abroad in such fashion capitals as Paris, Barcelona, and Dubai.

Velica Steadman will present her Very Rich Style (VRS) collection in this year's PLITZS New York City Fashion Week, February 18, 2016, hosted by PLITZS Fashion Marketing. Their collection will be presented at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday February 18, 2016 at the Hotel Pennsylvania in Midtown NYC.

Show details can be viewed in show site: http://www.plitzs.com/nycfashionweek.

Very Rich Style (VRS) by Velica Steadman, Ph: 301-633-9881; Email: velica@veryrichstyle.com -- Website: http://www.veryrichstyle.com/.

About The Show:

Fashion Designers can capitalize on their one day presentation which will afford them the opportunity to present their brand collection to potential clients, retail fashion store/boutiques owners, buyers, general managers, potential investors, trade organizations, editors, bloggers, public, media and press. Designers will talk to audience attendees first hand directly after their showcase via our media/press junket - Fashion Designers should get ready to showcase and invest in your fashion brand to show why they're a hot emerging fashion brand.

For Interviews/Press Contact:
Wayne Shields
Chief Production Marketing Consultant
PLITZS Fashion Marketing
A Division of PLITZS Fashion Marketing, Inc.
Office Ph: 646-257-4207
Email: Pressmedia@plitzs.com

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Terrapin Care Station ‘Rolls’ Out New Products Sure to ‘Shake’ up Colorado’s Cannabis Market

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 16, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Terrapin Care Station, with dispensaries in Boulder and Aurora, Colo., begins a new year with the launch of two cannabis products that incorporate innovative packaging design with child resistance, product protection, and portability.

The dispensary group is the first in the nation to offer pre-rolled marijuana "joints" in a durable pack serving to protect its contents while providing a child resistant feature. The pack, designed to fit easily into a pocket, is filled with 10 half-gram joints - or "pins" - and branded "TerraPINS."

The "Shell Shake" pouch joins "TerraPINS" pre-rolls in the product launch. The child resistant pouch contains a quarter ounce of strain-specific shake - sativa or indica - and is an alternative for those who prefer to roll their own or appreciate the convenience of pre-ground cannabis for vaporizing. The pouch includes a pack of rolling papers for convenience.

Chris Woods, CEO of Terrapin Care Station, tasked consultants Barbara Diner and Deb Baker of Higher Standard Packaging in Denver to find child resistant packs and pouches to accommodate his product concepts. Baker found a solution for packaging pre-rolls in the Danish-patented, "Locked4Kids" child resistant box utilized for prescription medications in Europe. The "Shell Shake" pouch employs an existing ASTM certified "pinch and seal" closure system.

"The solutions Higher Standard Packaging presented offered exactly what I envisioned for these products. The pack and pouch satisfy all Colorado regulations regarding compliant packaging while meeting our clienteles' demands for quality cannabis packaged in a manner that supports an active lifestyle. Clearly, we've fulfilled those demands, as the products just debuted in our dispensaries and sales have been brisk," Woods said.

"TerraPINS" and "Shell Shake" punctuate Woods' pioneering packaging spirit. Eighteen months ago, Woods and Higher Standard Packaging announced Terrapin Station as the first dispensary in the nation to place an order for their environmentally-friendly and child resistant "R2" jar solution. Since September 2015, Woods has packaged cannabis flower in the R2 jar manufactured from recycled milk jug plastic that uses far less energy and produces less green house gas than those containers made from virgin plastic. For the past two years, Terrapin has received the prestigious Cannabis Economy "CannAward" celebrating leadership and innovation for this eco-friendly approach to cannabis packaging.

Commenting on Woods' foresight, Diner said, "We've had the pleasure of working with the Terrapin team for the past two years. Chris Woods is constantly thinking about product innovation and challenges us to find packaging solutions for his concepts."

"Because Chris is exacting about his packaging vision, he provides us with a tremendous opportunity to research, learn, and grow our packaging product lines," Baker added.

ABOUT TERRAPIN CARE STATION:

Terrapin Care Station founder, Chris Woods, was a founding member of the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) and opened one of the first licensed medical marijuana centers in the State of Colorado in October 2011. In 2014, Terrapin Care Station opened as Boulder's first retail marijuana dispensary and became the first licensed retail marijuana dispensary in the City of Aurora. Since 2014, Terrapin Care Station has opened an additional dispensary storefront in Aurora, Colo. offering free tours of their attached 20,000 square foot retail cultivation facility, which boasts being the first licensed retail cultivation facility in the City of Aurora, just 15 minutes from Denver International Airport. The dispensary group maintains cultivation facilities in Boulder, Denver, and Aurora, and currently employs 102 people. Learn more: http://www.terrapincarestation.com/.

For Terrapin Care Station:
Shawn Coleman
shawnlcoleman@gmail.com

ABOUT HIGHER STANDARD PACKAGING:

Founded in 2014, Higher Standard Packaging offers an extensive product line of ASTM/CPSC child resistant packaging for the legal medical and recreational cannabis industry. The company works with dispensary groups and marijuana infused product manufacturers to provide quality packaging that accommodates marijuana flower, concentrates, edibles, topicals, tinctures, and creams. Compliant exit packaging is also available. Higher Standard Packaging is the exclusive distributor of the R2 Eco-Friendly jar that is available in several sizes and provides compliant packaging consultation and maintains active memberships in National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) and the Cannabis Business Association (CBA). Learn more: http://higherstandardpackaging.com/.

For Higher Standard Packaging:
DEB BAKER
dbaker@higherstandardpackaging.com

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DocMagic Unveils New Premium Rep and Warrant Offering Guaranteed TRID Compliance up to $5 Million

TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 16, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, compliance, eSign and eDelivery solutions, today announced the development of an extensive set of new reps and warrants for its calculations, documents and data, which provides peace of mind to lenders when it comes to compliance with the TRID rule.

The greater risk of civil liability under the new TRID disclosure requirements means lenders and investors may face liability for incorrectly completing various sections on the TRID disclosures. With DocMagic's TRID-ready systems and now the Premium Compliance Guarantee, DocMagic has implemented a solution that mitigates lender risk of non-compliance. With the Premium Compliance Guarantee, the Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure are guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Additionally, the Premium Compliance Guarantee ensures timely electronic delivery of initial disclosures, compliance with federal and state high cost/HPML laws and accurate document selection logic resulting in compliant loan packages. The Guarantee also ensures that all other compliance and data validation audits will trigger at the appropriate times during the loan process, providing critical warning messages to help lenders stay in compliance with applicable laws.

The offering is backed by a $5 million dollar guarantee (up to $50,000 per loan) and DocMagic customers will enjoy a 36-month claim filing period. Beginning February 15, 2016, all new DocMagic customers will automatically receive the new premium rep and warrant offering. Existing DocMagic customers will be given the opportunity to protect their future loan files for an additional nominal fee.

"Now more than ever, our clients need assurance that they are operating in full compliance at all times," said Dominic Iannitti, president and CEO of DocMagic, Inc. "That is why we invested in developing and integrating the Premium Compliance Guarantee into DocMagic's suite of products, including the TRID-based SmartCLOSE(TM) collaborative closing portal, for every user on every transaction."

Rich Horn, the former CFPB attorney who led the TRID rule making stated, "Long before the initial Aug. 1 TRID effective date, DocMagic's industry-leading compliance, legal and technology teams proved that their systems were fully TRID compliant. This enabled DocMagic to provide an insurance-backed guarantee on their products and services, including TRID disclosures prepared using SmartCLOSE(TM), which speaks volumes about the confidence they have in their solutions."

"With the integration of the Premium Compliance Guarantee into DocMagic's suite of services, significant lender risk is virtually eliminated," asserted Melanie Feliciano, chief legal officer at DocMagic. "DocMagic has developed the most advanced and effective compliance solution in the industry - and we've backed it with a solid guarantee we are proud to offer our clients."

About DocMagic:

DocMagic, Inc. is the leading provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, compliance, eSign and eDelivery solutions for the mortgage industry. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Torrance, Calif., DocMagic, Inc. develops software, mobile apps, processes and web-based systems for the production and delivery of compliant loan document packages. The company's compliance experts and in-house legal staff consistently monitor legal and regulatory changes at both the federal and state levels to ensure accuracy. For more information on DocMagic, visit http://www.docmagic.com/ .

DocMagic Twitter: @DocMagic https://twitter.com/DocMagic .

MEDIA CONTACT:
Joe Bowerbank
Profundity Communications, Inc.
949-378-9685
jbowerbank@profunditymarketing.com

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Sunshine Capital, Inc. Announces That Daniel J. Duffy Has Joined The Company’s Advisory Board

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla., Feb. 16, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sunshine Capital, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SCNP) today announced that micro-cap stock magnate and mergers-acquisitions expert Daniel J. Duffy has agreed to join the Company's Advisory Board.

Mr. Duffy is currently incarcerated in Florida and fighting his 2010 conviction in a murder-for-hire case. Mr. Duffy has also agreed that he will not be compensated for being on the Advisory Board to ensure compliance with Florida DOC Administrative Code, Title 33, which would prohibit such compensation.

"It is an honor to have Mr. Duffy with us, advising us on corporate structure, mergers and acquisitions, and building shareholder value," stated President and CEO of Sunshine Capital, Inc., Mr. Lindel Regis. "This step is what this Company needs, and even though Mr. Duffy is incarcerated, no one can ever dispute what he has done in the stock market as a trader, President and CEO of multiple public companies."

On November 30, 2015 Mr. Duffy signed a three book deal with Sunshine Capital, Inc. Now Mr. Duffy will advise the Company on how to execute many of the proven strategies he has been trained to do, to allow Sunshine Capital, Inc. to rapidly achieve its goals and build shareholder value.

"I will use all my knowledge of the markets and my extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions to ensure that Sunshine Capital, Inc. grows rapidly, just like in 2003 when I took my first public Company from a zero asset company to well over $140M company in executed and pending mergers and acquisitions," stated Advisory Board Member Daniel J. Duffy. "In the next thirty days the shareholders can expect to see dramatic changes to the Company that will benefit all shareholders."

Mr. Duffy, a graduate from St. John's University with a degree in Business Management, has a history as one of the best micro-cap stock traders and President and CEO of multiple public companies. Mr. Duffy's knowledge in public companies, financing, capital raising, and mergers and acquisitions is indisputable.

Forward Looking Statement:

The private Securities Litigation Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking information made on the company's behalf. All statements, other than statements of historical facts which address the company's expectation of sources of capital or which express the company's expectations for the future with respect to financial performance or operating strategies, can be identified as forward-looking statements. Such statements made by the company are based on knowledge of the environment in which it operates, but because of the factors previously listed, as well as other factors beyond the company, actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements.

REF: Pink Sheets:SCNP / Pink:SCNP / Pink OTC SCNP

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Actor, Stuntman and Fitness Entrepreneur scores role in ‘LIVE BY NIGHT’ by Ben Affleck and Launches X3S Bench

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 15, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Zak Lee Guarnaccia is a multifaceted actor, Hollywood stuntman, filmmaker, martial artist and fitness expert, whose career has been evolving in film, television, martial arts and fitness for well-over two decades. Guarnaccia is thrilled to join the cast on "Live by Night" playing the role of Adomo Valocco on the upcoming American crime film, written and directed by the Oscar-winning director Ben Affleck, based on the 2012 novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane and distributed by Warner Bros. Affleck is also producing along with Leonardo DiCaprio.

Actor/Stuntman, Executive Producer at LightRow Pictures ( http://www.lightrow.com/ ) Guarnaccia says: "Even though for someone my role might look small, but the truth is there are no small parts, only small actors. With the right actor, in the right role, a few minutes, a handful of words or none, are all that's needed for magic to happen. Having this fantastic opportunity with only a few lines doesn't give me an excuse to slack off, instead will boost my passion on what I do best."

As a performer, Zak Lee Guarnaccia possesses the passion of Antonio Banderas and the intensity of Gary Oldman, along with a dash of an Italian attitude thrown in for spice.

Guarnaccia never forgets his Martial Arts and Fitness roots and has just launched his new fitness product the X3S Bench ( http://www.TheX3Sbench.com/ ) a great piece of equipment to include in any fitness program from Cross Training to Home Training; distributed worldwide by The ABS Company, a company that is specified just for abs exercise and that created the original ABS Roller and several other fitness equipment products.

In addition, Zak Lee Guarnaccia and Paul Lupi, Producer of Lupi Pictures LLC, are in production for 2016 of the independent feature film in the martial-arts, action-thriller genre entitled "Kalm."

Guarnaccia's gritty film style and performance grabbed the attention of Paul Lupi whose company Lupi Pictures LLC is now in talks to co-produce properties in the Lightrow roster.

Award-winning actor Zak Lee Guarnaccia's rugged looks, relentless style of martial arts, and experience in stunt-work and action choreography has lead to his reputation as "The Italian Buster Keaton."

Guarnaccia keeps showing not just his rugged looks -- to play villain or a con man -- but as well his Italian comedy timing on Mercury Insurance national commercial on air now: http://youtu.be/Nsd35NsPWvA .

Guarnaccia's recent appearances include the Pablo henchman on MARVEL TV SERIES "AGENT X" Produced by Sharon Stone, the upcoming TV shows "Rush Hour" and "Criminal Minds Beyond Borders," "The LAST SHIP," "NCIS Los Angeles" and "Trafficked" with Ashley Judd (a great movie with the subject on human trafficking) -- just to mention a few.

With the new "X3S Dreams, a self-expression" video, says Guarnaccia: "The naysayers tried to keep me from living my dreams, but I kept dreaming, and I keep on living. I never stop investing on myself, the pay-off is what I live for. My Passion is, and always will be, my constant motivation." Watch Zak's X3S Bench product launch video: https://vimeo.com/150045568 .

MORE INFORMATION:

Facebook fans: https://www.facebook.com/LikeZLG .

X3S Bench: https://www.facebook.com/x3sbench/ .

Instagram: zaklee_g_lightrowgroup

LightRow Group: http://www.lightrow.com/ .

"Kalm" Facebook fans: https://www.facebook.com/KALMfilm .

Zak Lee Guarnaccia official website: http://www.zaklee.com/ .

Twitter: @lightrow @X3Sbench #livebynightmovie #zakleeguarnaccia

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NEWS SOURCE Zak Lee Guarnaccia :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (who is solely responsible for its accuracy) by and Copr. © 2016 Send2Press® Newswire, a service of Neotrope®.

SecuGen Unveils Ultra-Low Cost Hamster Pro Fingerprint Reader and UPx OEM Sensor at RSA Conference 2016

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 15, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, a world leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, is pleased to announce that they will be unveiling a new, lower cost fingerprint reader, the Hamster Pro(TM), at the RSA Conference 2016 in San Francisco's Moscone Center.

Attendees are invited to come by SecuGen's booth, number 4615 in the North Hall of Moscone Center to see a demonstration of the new, low cost fingerprint reader and accompanying OEM sensor.

The Hamster Pro is a compact, accurate, and robust fingerprint reader, being offered at an incredibly low price. SecuGen is well known around the world and throughout the biometrics industry for providing high quality fingerprint products at prices suitable for large deployments. The Hamster Pro is SecuGen's lowest price fingerprint reader to date.

The UPx is the OEM version of the same product. The UPx is compact for easy integration and very low priced for large deployments.

SecuGen's complete line of fingerprint readers include PIV and FAP 20 certified models and now includes the Hamster Pro for circumstances where PIV certification is not required but a low cost option is mandatory. SecuGen's product line also includes dual mode products that combine contact and contactless smartcard readers together with SecuGen's rugged and accurate fingerprint sensors.

The Hamster Pro fingerprint reader and the companion UPx OEM sensor will both be released in March of this year and will be compatible with SecuGen's software development kits for Windows, Linux, and Android.

VP of Engineering Dan Riley stated, "The SecuGen engineering team keeps coming up with new ways to reduce costs. The Hamster Pro fingerprint reader and UPx sensor are remarkable in that they combine the ability to capture a high contrast, high quality image with rock bottom prices. These truly are amazing products!"

Won Lee, CEO of SecuGen, said, "Our focus is always to deliver the high quality products and tools that our reseller partners require. Our engineering team had done it again with the UPx sensor and the Hamster Pro. These are exactly the products that our partners have been asking for."

About SecuGen:

SecuGen Corporation ( http://www.secugen.com/ ) is the world's leading provider of advanced, optical fingerprint recognition technology, products, tools and platforms for physical and information security. SecuGen designs and develops FBI-certified fingerprint readers and OEM components, developer kits and software, including NIST/MINEX-compliant algorithms. Known for high quality, ruggedness, and performance in a wide variety of applications and environmental conditions, SecuGen products are used by world-leading financial, medical, government, educational and corporate institutions and are sold through an extensive partner network of reseller partners including original equipment manufacturers, independent software vendors and system integrators around the world.

SecuGen is a registered trademark of SecuGen Corp. in the United States and other countries.

SecuGen Corporation, 2065 Martin Avenue Suite 108, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA; Tel 408-727-7787.

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Media invitation: Feb. 23, an inspiring lecture presented by Whitten & Roy Partnership at Stanford Graduate School of Business

STANFORD, Calif., Feb. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- We would like to invite you to attend: Why selling to the poor is a win-win: An inspiring lecture presented by Whitten & Roy Partnership at Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Where: Class of 1968 (building), C106 (room), Stanford Graduate School of Business, 655 Knight Way, Stanford, CA 94305, United States.

When: Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 10 a.m.

Speakers: Scott A. Roy, (Director, Whitten & Roy Partnership).

Following last year's successful lecture Scott Roy, founder of international sales consultancy Whitten & Roy Partnership, returns to Stanford Graduate School of Business on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 to give a class presentation about the role of selling in social enterprise.

The presentation is titled "Changing behavior by selling life-changing products in the developing world."

Interested journalists are welcome to attend the 10 - 11:45 a.m. lecture. There is also the opportunity for a one-to-one interview session with Scott Roy of Whitten & Roy Partnership after the lecture.

As partner to leading global social enterprises operating in the developing world, Scott Roy will address key sales challenges from their decades of work, covering issues such as: How sales expertise can help social organizations fulfill their (often life-saving) missions; and how to help social enterprises become more successful by clarifying the respective roles of marketing and selling.

Registration:

Please register your attendance by Friday, February 19, 2016. Please email your registration confirmation and any questions to: newsdesk@wrpartnership.com

Contacts:

Katharina Winkler - PR Consultant
email: newsdesk@wrpartnership.com/ tel: +44 (0)7940 510 008.

Davide Castorina - Marketing Director
email: davide@wrpartnership.com/ tel: +33 6 64 17 27 77.

Jessica Gustafson - Operations Director
email: jessica@wrpartnership.com / tel: +1 (916) 335-1981.

Notes to Editors:

Whitten & Roy Partnership is an international sales consultancy that helps leading businesses and organizations transform their sales results. Founded in 2009 by sales experts Roy Whitten and Scott Roy as a boutique business, Whitten & Roy Partnership today comprises a network of consultants operating in 34 countries around the world.

Drawing on several decades of sales experience in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors, and with a background in psychology and business development, Whitten & Roy Partnership focus their operations equally on two elements: transforming the experience of selling in the commercial sector; and teaching thoughtful sales development for social enterprises in the developing world to help eradicate poverty. In 2012, Whitten & Roy Partnership opened its own WRP Training Academy.

For more information visit: http://www.wrpartnership.com/ .

Twitter: @WRPartnership

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Nichelle Nichols Joins Paramount FX Team to Rebuild Starship Enterprise

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Star Trek fans and those with interest in movie history have the chance to "boldly go where no man has gone before." The original iconic movie model of the USS Enterprise used in the first six Star Trek films is about to be rebuilt, Project Enterprise announced today.

What happened to it? It succumbed to mishandling, respraying, and finally disappeared, crippled, into private hands in 2006, never to be seen again. Until now.

Today, Nichelle Nichols, "Uhura" in Star Trek(R), is the official spokesperson for Project Enterprise - rebuilding the lost original USS Enterprise by the Hollywood team who created her for "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" in 1979.

Paul Olsen, who spearheads this project, says that the demise of the Starship Enterprise is "a cinematic travesty for this most recognized movie icon in the history of American popular culture." But, they're planning to fix that.

Richard Winn Taylor who designed the Enterprise, Jim Dow who built her, and Olsen who gave her a pearl ball gown, and also author of "Creating the Enterprise," are determined to return their beloved Starship Enterprise to her rightful place in the galaxy.

The team's rebuild will be 50 percent larger and 200 percent more beautiful than the original. She will be 12-feet long and displayed in a spectacular spherical 3D state-of-the-art, LED-virtual reality environment designed by award-winning FX master Taylor. Projection mapping on the Enterprise will make her appear to be racing through time and space to dazzle her fans. The team will employ the illusory magic of one of Hollywood's master magicians (and Trek enthusiast) to complete the spectacle.

Every aspect of the ship will be designed and built exactly as it was in 1979, only with more detail, employing the most modern techniques and materials to last well into the 24th century. And, in the manner of everything Star Trek, the fans will be central to the experience.

"Millions of Star Trek fans around the world have kept Star Trek alive through their devotion and love, and this is their unique chance to play a part in rebuilding their revered Enterprise," Olsen says.

It will always be kept on public show, and will tour the world indefinitely appearing at Star Trek and Comic-Con(R) conventions, casinos, iconic hotel and skyscraper lobbies and more. It's being built for the public, by the public and will never wind up in private hands.

In a blowout ceremony, Star Trek's first lady, Nichols, will unveil the grand beauty at the Grauman's Chinese Theatre (aka TCL Chinese Theatre) on Hollywood Boulevard. This world event promises to not soon be forgotten.

Star Trek Fans can donate towards the project and are offered a wealth of exclusive premium packages ranging from $20 to $3,000. Top-tier contributors will receive a lifetime VIP entry to any event where the Enterprise is displayed. Additional perks include meet and greets, a full day with their families at the studio to actually work on the Enterprise, dinner with the team and more.

And, with an estimated 50 million Star Trek fans around the world, if just a fraction of those fans purchased one of the exciting, exclusive and unique premium packages, the team could raise the funds to launch this project which is expected to take 18-20 months to complete.

A feature documentary directed by Taylor will catalog every step of the process.

The initial fundraising goal is $300,000. "Beam me up, Scotty!"

About Project Enterprise:

Project Enterprise is a complete program that includes kitting out a secure, dedicated facility from scratch complete with state-of-the-art tools and shop equipment, lighting, electrical upgrades, plus a spray booth, to build a show-stopping, stunning Enterprise from start to finish.

Watch a YouTube video: https://youtu.be/noLYVC4uWxw .

For more information, hi-resolution photographs, high-definition video, interview requests, or other queries, contact Paul Olsen at paul@projectenterprise.space or visit: http://www.projectenterprise.space/ .

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Twitter: @Project1701

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Generate Secure Payment Link and Have Monies Direct Deposited Into Your Bank

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., Feb. 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RedFin (www.redfinpos.com) today announced the launch of a web-based electronic bill payment and presentment (EBPP) platform to its payment gateway. The new platform allows merchants to generate and email secure payment links to customers who can then make payments through a secure payment form and/or make donations online. When done, vendors will receive direct deposit of funds into their bank.

The new EBPP enables users to send and track bills via the integrated dashboard, while allowing customers to remit funds electronically and expedite payment. Links, correspondence, and a secure site are created with a clean, easy-to-use interface reducing both hard and soft costs associated with the billing and collections process. Billing is instantly traceable.

"It's a win/win for merchant and client," says Frank Bocchino, RedFin media representative. "By providing electronic bill presentment and payment, RedFin customers can raise consumer engagement by 30 percent while reducing document delivery costs by 50 percent."

About RedFin:

RedFin POS provides point-of-sale (POS) solutions to all merchant types. RedFin provides PCI-certified, market-ready POS solutions for Mobile Merchants, Hospitality, Wireless, Retail, Transportation, and Enterprise businesses.

RedFin POS provides 24/7/365 Class A support, distribution, wireless activation, billing and fulfillment for third-party products and services. RedFin Holdings services ISO/MSP acquiring companies while managing the RedFin Gateway, and POS terminal/solutions help desk.

More information: http://www.redfinpos.com/.

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Powers of Arkansas Promotes Leadership Team

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Feb. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Powers of Arkansas, the state's largest commercial HVAC company, announces the promotion of three key leaders at Powers who have contributed leadership and vision to the growth of Powers as the industry leader in commercial HVAC equipment, air distribution, and controls in Arkansas.

Steve Keen, formerly President of HVAC and Controls, has been promoted to President of Powers of Arkansas. Steve will use his unique experience to propel Powers forward in the HVAC equipment, air distribution, and controls markets. He has been with Powers of Arkansas for 10 years and will continue to contribute his expertise in this new leadership position.

Ron McCarty has been a key member of the Powers team as a customer account manager for the last six years. He has been very successful in helping us build the controls division into the largest in Arkansas and also has a key role in customer relations. He is being promoted to Vice President of Controls where he will continue to grow our controls division.

Thomas Luyet, formerly Director of Technology, has been with Powers for 24 years and is known as the best technical engineer for controls in Arkansas. In his new role as Director of Controls, he will insure that the controls team uses the industry's best practices. He will also provide training to both employees and customers on new controls technology.

Visit the company online at: http://powersar.com/ .

For more information contact:
Alan Hope
501 374-5420
ahope[at]powersar.com

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Texas Boys Choir 70th Anniversary Documentary Debuts Feb. 18 at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A film documentary commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the Texas Boys Choir will be screened at 7 p.m., Feb. 18 during a special ceremony at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. The documentary - literally seven decades in the making - explores the vast and rich history and legacy of the boys choir. It is written and directed by Gary McGrath, a TBC alum who also is executive director of The Texas State Men and Boys Choir.

"This is our gift to the city of Fort Worth honoring the Texas Boys Choir - one of the crown jewels of the city," McGrath said. "You'll enjoy it. It was a labor of love for me."

This free screening takes place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016 at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street. The TBC alums who comprise The Texas State Men and Boys Choir are sponsoring the event, which is free and open to the public. Members of the men's choir also will perform at the event. There will be free refreshments afterward.

According to McGrath, the screening would serve not only as a boys choir commemoration but also as an attention-getter to help recruit more youngsters and TBC alum to sing for the TSMBC.

"Many former members of the Texas Boys Choir grew up to become members of our Texas State Men and Boys Choir," McGrath explained. "Now we're helping train the next generation of young singers with our group."

McGrath just finished guiding the TSMBC through its first year of existence:

• The Texas State Men and Boys Choir enjoyed a very successful Dec. 16 Christmas concert they performed with The Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir at Arborlawn UMC in Fort Worth.

• This month, February 2016, the Men's Choir will release their debut record under 4818 Records, distributed through Universal Music Group.

• In the summers to come, the Men and Boys Choir is expected to take international tours of Spain, Scotland and Italy.

"This is our gift to the city of Fort Worth honoring the Texas Boys Choir - one of the crown jewels of the city," McGrath said.

Incidentally, the burgeoning treble boys choir, part of the TSMBC, is also starting to attracted critical acclaim.

As an example, McGrath offered a recent performance on the following YouTube clip: https://youtu.be/Lu3r5dES8Zo .

McGrath encourages anyone with interest in joining the men and boys choir to contact him.

"Anyone with a son, nephew or grandson who would be interested in joining - the treble boys choir is for youngsters second grade and up - should contact me as soon as possible," McGrath said.

To inquire about the 70th anniversary screening or to schedule an interview with the choir, call Gary McGrath at (818) 312-8546.

ONLINE: http://www.tsmbchoir.com/ .

MEDIA CONTACT:
Ben Tinsley
Texas State Men and Boys Choir
btinsley@live.com
702-524-3773

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Twitter: @TSMBChoir

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RMA Rises to the Challenge of Sea Level Change

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Feb. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the most urgent issues South Florida's municipal leaders must tackle is sea level rise. Faced with inevitable flooding problems, leaders from around the state recently converged in Key West to discuss the coastal crisis. RMA (www.rma.us.com), which is currently planning and redeveloping several cities along the coast, sent their Director of Urban Design & Planning, Natasha Alfonso, to the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Leadership Summit to help their clients stay ahead of the challenge.

"We are charting a new course," said Alfonso. "Many of our clients are located in some of the most vulnerable areas and some have invested heavily on beach re-nourishment projects as well as building dunes along their beaches to protect them from the strong tidal waves," she stated. "However, after the recent devastating storms, many cities realized that beach dunes are merely the first line of defense."

The next form of defense, in some cases, is to raise roads and build higher infrastructure. Some cities like Ft. Lauderdale and Miami Beach have already identified in their respective Stormwater Management Plans the need for higher road elevations. Following that will be to raise buildings.

"Miami Beach will definitely be a model for what works and what doesn't work," explained Alfonso. "In the meantime, if cities do not take the lead and invest in their infrastructure now, they will not be doing the best job of providing public safety, enhancing quality of life; and decreasing property damage and land erosion which can result from poor and insufficient drainage capacities."

RMA's urban design and planning division coordinates with the city's public works, engineering and utility departments to ensure that the team understands the impact of the underground infrastructure improvements to the above ground streetscape improvements and the overall effect on the public realm.

This information is crucial in the early stages of a project's development, beginning with the visioning and master planning phase, and all the way through to implementation. RMA investigates the existing conditions and constraints thoroughly and is effective at communicating the issues and solutions during the public input process.

"RMA has also crafted some of the most innovative codes that provide incentives for green buildings," continued Alfonso. "The goal is to reduce the carbon footprint one project at a time. Our development standards are written for specific conditions that are unique to an area. The team evaluates the current minimum base flood elevations and the required new higher finished floor elevations due to sea level rise. Then, we determine the impact to the public realm resulting from the higher finished floor elevations or the inhabitable spaces that begin to populate the street level. Our codes provide design standards for the treatments of those spaces through architectural and landscape features."

"Navigating the sea change scenarios will not be easy," said Alfonso. "However, RMA is already rising to the challenge with the steps we are taking in our client communities."

More information: http://www.rma.us.com/.

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Twitter: @RMA_US

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Federal Way Public Schools Implements Edupoint’s Learning Management Solution

MESA, Ariz., Feb. 9, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems - a leading student information and learning management solutions provider for the K-12 market, has seen rapid adoption of Synergy(R) Learning Management solutions across the nation, including a recent implementation of the LessonVUE Curriculum Management solution by Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS). FWPS is a district supporting over 22,000 students in Washington state. District educators have benefitted from the fully integrated Synergy student and learning management solution that centralizes and organizes curriculum, content and assessments, and connects everything within a robust gradebook that enables teachers to do all their work in a single location with a single login.

Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) is one of few districts in the country applying standards-based curricula across all K-12 grade levels. Their ambitious program required an efficient yet robust solution that would serve as a one-stop teaching and learning management platform. As part of the Synergy(R) Education Platform, and fully integrated with the Synergy(R) Student Information System (SIS) already in use district-wide, LessonVUE presents the same intuitive user interface that district teachers already utilize on a daily basis. This ease of use facilitated rapid user adoption, while its easily searchable curriculum content repository, gradebook integration, customizable curriculum maps, and powerful analytics provide real-time insights to support teachers in personalizing instruction and tracking mastery of standards.

"Implementing a standards-based curriculum can be a daunting task," explains Ron Mayberry, Executive Director of ITS for Federal Way Public Schools, "and Synergy LessonVUE has proven to be an invaluable resource to help us achieve this. Its tight integration with all the components of the Synergy Education Platform eliminates redundant data entry tasks, and the centralized, standards-aligned curriculum repository stores districtwide curriculum elements while helping teachers easily find and use the best lesson plans and resources for every student."

"We are solving the complex integration problems that most districts are facing as it relates to SIS and LMS data, while providing our clients with robust access to information to help them improve student outcomes," says Rob Wilson, Edupoint's President and Chief Innovation Officer. "The successful adoption of LessonVUE at Federal Way Public Schools is exciting to see. We look forward to the continued growth of our Synergy LMS suite in 2016."

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For more than thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The Synergy(R) Education Platform is a suite of integrated solutions that includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) Special Education, a comprehensive special education data management system.

More than a data management tool, Synergy is a collaborative environment that facilitates improved communication between educators, administrators, parents and students resulting in better instructional decisions at all levels. To learn why thousands of schools across the country use the Synergy Education Platform to manage more than 3.5 million students, visit http://www.Edupoint.com/ .

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First of Its Kind National Study Examines Economic, Social, and Fiscal Impacts of State Prevailing Wage Laws

CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 9, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As policy debates rage in states from Michigan and New Hampshire to New Mexico and West Virginia, researchers from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute, Colorado State University-Pueblo, and Smart Cities Prevail have just completed the first ever national study on the economic, social, and project cost impacts of state prevailing wage laws.

Prevailing wage laws govern the wage rates paid to construction workers on government-funded public works projects.

The Report, entitled "The Economic, Fiscal, and Social Impacts of State Prevailing Wage Laws: Choosing Between the High Road and the Low Road in the Construction Industry," utilizes industry standard IMPLAN modeling software and industry comparisons between states with and without prevailing wage laws to assess the impact of these policies on a variety of economic and social factors: including job creation, wages, worksite productivity, rates of in-state contracting, impacts on taxpayers, reliance on government assistance programs, and effects on communities of color and veterans.

A Fact Sheet Summarizing the Report's Findings May be Found Here: http://www.smartcitiesprevail.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Report-Fact-Sheet-for-the-Impacts-of-State-Prevailing-Wage-Laws.2016FINAL.pdf .

The Full Report May be Downloaded Here: http://www.smartcitiesprevail.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PW-national-impact-study-FINAL2.9.16.pdf .

"Our study confirms that states without prevailing wage laws not only undermine workmanship, productivity, and workforce development programs that promote construction career pathways for racial minorities and veterans, but millions more is spent in these states on food stamps, EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit), and public forms of insurance for low income blue-collar construction workers, with smaller overall economic output, higher income inequality, and millions less in tax revenue," said study co-author and Colorado State University Economist Kevin Duncan. "If all the states with prevailing wage laws in place were to repeal, they could expect to see similar trends, with 400,000 lost jobs, a $65 billion reduction in our national economy, and a loss of $8 billion in tax revenue."

The report also examines - for the first time - the existing body of research that has been presented on both sides of the issue related to the impact of prevailing wage policies on overall project costs. In doing so, it makes an important distinction between research that has undergone peer review, and that which has not, concluding that 75 percent of recent peer-reviewed studies find that construction costs are not affected by prevailing wages.

"Our research shows that the debate around the cost impact of prevailing wage policies, in many ways, mirrors the debate on policy questions like climate change - where some policy makers rely on ideological bias or an incomplete understanding of an industry to promote conclusions that are simply not supported by academic consensus," said study co-author Alex Lantsberg. "We found that the non-peer reviewed studies that suggest cost savings from prevailing wage repeal tend to focus exclusively on wage differences, which ignore the fact that prevailing wage standards dramatically reduce material and fuel expenditures and reliance on taxpayer-funded welfare assistance, while increasing worksite productivity."

This study follows individual, peer-reviewed state analyses that Duncan, Lantsberg, and Manzo completed last year amidst state battles over construction wage policies in Wisconsin, Michigan, and California.

While Wisconsin voted to severely weaken its prevailing wage standard, California moved to strengthen its laws and a citizen petition to force a repeal in Michigan failed. Proponents of repeal in Michigan have vowed to mount a similar petition drive again in 2016.

"In many ways, our research shows why state-level prevailing wage standards were first introduced by Republicans, and have long enjoyed bi-partisan support from leaders as ideologically diverse as California Governor Jerry Brown and Speaker of the House Paul Ryan," added study co-author Frank Manzo IV. "To be sure, there are financially motivated interests on both sides of this issue, but the facts clearly argue for prevailing wage policies as the best bet for taxpayers, workers, businesses, and the economy as a whole."

The Illinois Economic Policy Institute is a non-partisan research and education nonprofit focused on issues affecting Illinois and the Midwest, including infrastructure investment and the construction industry. Learn more at http://illinoisepi.org/ or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/IllinoisEPI.

Smart Cities Prevail is a leading construction industry research and educational organization, specializing in studying the costs and benefits of prevailing wage policies. Learn more at http://www.smartcitiesprevail.org/ - or follow us on https://www.facebook.com/SmartCitiesPrevail and https://twitter.com/cacitiesprevail.

Dr. Kevin Duncan, Ph.D. is a Professor of Economics in the Hasan School of Business at Colorado State University - Pueblo and Senior Economist at BCD Economics, LLC. Over the last 30 years, Duncan has become one of the nation's foremost experts on the impact of prevailing wage policies, testifying before numerous legislative committees, advising government agencies, and publishing dozens of peer reviewed studies and over 40 public policy papers on the subject.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Todd Stenhouse
toddstenhouse@gmail.com

Twitter: @CAcitiesprevail @IllinoisEPI

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5 BARS Provides Advanced Wi-Fi for NRG Stadium Harris County / Houston, Texas

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 5 Bars(TM) announced today they are building a carrier-grade Wi-Fi system for NRG Stadium at NRG Park: the premier sports, convention, tradeshow and entertainment complex located in Harris County, the cultural center and urban hub of Houston. NRG Park hosts over 5.5 million guests annually and is comprised of four large facilities; NRG Stadium seating 72,500 fans, NRG Center offering 1.4 million square feet of exhibition space, NRG Arena with 8,000 seats and 26,000 parking spaces and the Astrodome.

5 Bars(TM) is a premier provider of Wireless Master Plans for Counties, Cities and Large Scale Venues, develops comprehensive wireless strategies through a unique holistic view of all assets, coverage and capacity. 5 Bars(TM) will work with the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation to plan, design, build and operate carrier-grade Wi-Fi with Extreme Networks(TM) access points. Carrier-grade Wi-Fi supports better levels of security in order to auto-authenticate, provide higher levels of quality service and discoverability.

5 Bars(TM) will install 802.11ac Wave 2 access points (APs), optimized for high-density deployments to address the network demands driven by mobility, smart devices, and the exploding wireless enabled internet of things (IoT).

"We are excited to work with 5 Bars(TM) to deliver a state-of-the art network and enhance the experience for our patrons, fans and guests," said Mark Miller, General Manager for NRG Park.

Attendees of the stadium will experience a profound improvement in wireless connectivity and data speeds with the carrier-grade Wi-Fi system. 5 Bars(TM) will design and engineer the wireless network to exceed requirements and specification parameters, to ensure NRG Stadium of Wi-Fi coverage and superior Wi-Fi capacity for mobile devices.

"The 5 Bars team brings over two decades of invaluable experience in deploying, maintaining and managing wireless networks. We believe with the right technology, leadership and dedication, high-density public venues such as stadiums can experience better, faster, most responsive and reliable wireless connectivity," said John Clarey, CEO for 5 Bars(TM).

5 Bars(TM) offers fully managed wireless solutions, including monitoring services, RF assessments, alarming, connection surveys, analytics, remote troubleshooting, break-fix, spares, on-site repair and event support.

About 5 Bars:

5 Bars(TM) is an Irvine, California based, privately held premier Wireless Master Plan and infrastructure company. 5 Bars(TM) provides wireless master planning, network development, ownership, and end-to-end management working with venue owners, Cities and Communities. 5 Bars(TM) delivers commercial indoor and outdoor distributed antenna systems (DAS), carrier-grade Wi-Fi networks, and small cell systems on behalf of properties and service providers.

For more information, visit: http://www.5bars.com/ - or call 5 Bars(TM) at: (949) 514-4617.

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MostFit Launches The Fundamentals of Core Hammer Training Certification

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 9, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MostFit is excited to announce its new 4-hour certification training program accredited through NASM and ACE. Trainers and Group Ex Instructors will receive .4 Continuing Education Credits for attending the training.

The purpose of the MostFit Core Hammer Workout workshop is to teach fitness professionals the proper, tried technique, for helping athletes and fitness and wellness clients achieve optimal health in a safe, fun, and motivating manner.

This certification was designed by MostFit founder Andrew Gavigan, exercise physiologist and elite endurance athlete, internationally recognized exercise physiologist and certified sports nutritionist, Tom Holland, and Doctor of Physical Therapy Santo Riva. Core Hammer training provides unique unilateral and asymmetrical strength challenges, rotational strength challenges, functional and stability training opportunities, and other training protocols provided by a distally loaded lever. This certification will also introduce and examine ways to implement these training techniques in a personal training, group training, or group exercise environment.

The training covers the biomechanics and science behind the product and programming, and takes trainers and instructors though a full series of Core Hammer training modalities, including push-strength, pull-strength, core, HIIT and more. Participants walk away with close to 50 unique exercises that can be modified and arranged to create literally hundreds of exercise options and sequences that can be used with their clients.

Tom Holland says about the training, "The Core Hammer Fundamental Training Certification program is unique, and well worth the time for any coach or trainer who utilizes rotational, functional or core training with their clients. It's such a fun piece of equipment to use, and it's mind-blowing how much you can do with it to create full workouts that cater to any individuals needs. It's certainly not just for sledgehammer throws!"

Andrew, and the MostFit Elite Trainers, will be teaching the 4-Hour Certification Sessions across the country, and bringing it to key Fitness Industry Conferences and Summits in 2016, such as IHRSA, IDEA World, ACSM's Health and Fitness Summit and more.

For more information, go to http://www.most-fit.com/ or contact Andrew Gavigan at 805-415-7493.

About MostFit:
Founded by trainer Andrew Gavigan in 2011, MostFit is focused on creating and sharing affordable, efficient and accessible fitness equipment that empowers individuals to get stronger and to workout anywhere, any time.

MostFit is dedicated to promoting fitness throughout the community, as a means to health and happiness. Their goal is to make fitness enjoyable, accessible and realistic - which is paramount to creating a healthy body image and ultimately, success.

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Hedstrom Fitness Presents Hydro-Inertia Training – Revolutionizing the Dynamics of Functional Training

ASHLAND, Ohio, Feb. 9, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hedstrom Fitness now offers a product line that literally changes the paradigm of stability training. Via the physics of water, the Kamagon(R) Ball and The Surge(R) create "live and ever-changing" resistance, taking functional training to a whole new level.

What is Hydro-Inertia(TM) Training?

Hydro-Inertia(TM) is the utilization of water to create an unstable resistance that increases core strength and stability during exercise. By destabilizing the weight, you engage the nervous system and wake up more muscle fibers for greater results.

By utilizing Hydro-Inertia(TM) technology, you eliminate the limitations that are found in products that are limited to postural instability. The Kamagon and The Surge(R) initiate instability throughout a full range of motion in routines that engage your entire body. The majority of instability products currently on the market are primarily used as a foundation - or base - that you sit, stand or lay down on, but the Kamagon(R) and The Surge(R) shift that model completely.

Furthermore, the efficiency of Hydro-Inertia(TM) resistance mimics real life situations far more than static weights such as dumbbells or kettlebells. This is not only important for athletes in their functional training programs, but for every day life situations like picking up your kids, or unloading groceries.

Keli Roberts, Master Trainer, says about Hydro-Inertia(R) Training: "This is the most interesting and refreshing way of training I've come across in a long time. The ever-changing resistance level adds a whole new, game-changing element to functional training. And, I can use these products with any client or class - by increasing or decreasing the amount of water used I can change the resistance and level of difficulty. It's genius!"

For Instructors and Personal Trainers interested in using the Kamagon(R) ( http://kamagonball.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=91_95 ) or The Surge(R) ( http://getthesurge.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=106 ) the Hedstrom Fitness Education Team has created and launched 8 Hour Training Certifications with Training Sessions running frequently throughout the year. Participants will learn to utilize Hydro-Inertia Technology and experience how the unique biomechanical properties of training with destabilized weight can help transition strength gains into higher levels of functional daily activity and sports performance. Both Kamagon(R)l and Surge(R) training certifications are ideal for group fitness instructors, personal trainers, coaches and athletic trainers.

The Kamagon(R) is available in 9-inches and 14-inches and three color options. Also available are the Kamagon(R) Total Body Challenge Workout DVD and Workout Guide. You can find them all at http://www.kamagonball.com/.

The Surge(R) is available at http://getthesurge.com/.

About Hedstrom Fitness:

Hedstrom Fitness is a division of Ball Bounce and Sport, Inc, one of the nation's premier manufacturers, distributors and marketers of play and sports balls with more than 400 employees and distribution networks in the U.S. and Canada. Based in Ashland Ohio, Hedstrom Plastics, a sister division, currently manufactures the Kamagon(R) Ball and the Surge(R). Ball Bounce and Sport, Inc. is also the licensed manufacturer of BOSU(R) LLC's BOSU(R) Balance Trainer. Hedstrom Fitness is dedicated to delivering products which are unique and versatile, and fill a specific niche within the fitness industry.

For more information, visit http://www.kamagonball.com/, http://www.hedstrom.com/ and http://www.hedstromplastics.com/.

Twitter: @Kamagon_Ball

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Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by Brett Hamil

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of Brett Hamil's first comedy CD "GROWER" on February 12, 2016.

Recorded in front of a live audience at the The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Washington, this CD packs a hilarious, socially conscious brand of comedy that gets people both thinking and laughing. In his punchy, fast-moving act Hamil talks about sex, psychedelics, his "dog entourage," marrying into secular Judaism, and what it means to feel trapped in one's beard.

After dabbling in just about every creative outlet he could think of, Brett Hamil settled on stand-up nine years ago, and he's been going hard at it ever since. A self-professed runt, Brett discovered early on that the strategic use of comedy could keep even the most diligent bully at bay. Son of a Southern preacher and a stay-at-home mom, Brett always felt an undercurrent of anti-authoritarianism, and continues to use comedy to channel his unabashed rage into wit that relates to the masses.

Brett honed his comedic voice in unorthodox venues in and around Seattle, Washington, as well as on tour all over the U.S. and Canada. He has been featured at Bumbershoot Arts and Music Festival (Seattle), Bridgetown Comedy Festival (Portland) and the Northwest Comedy Fest (Vancouver). When he is not touring, Brett stays busy producing sketch videos which have received hundreds of thousands of views and appeared on websites like Upworthy and the Daily Dot.

His political commentary videos have earned him a local following and spun off into a semi-monthly talk show, "The Seattle Process with Brett Hamil." Brett has built a following as regular columnist and cartoonist for City Arts Magazine. The Seattle Weekly said, "Hamil stands as the city's premiere political comic." The Stranger called him "a truly treasured ham."

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for undiscovered talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Uproar Website: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/ .

Learn more about Brett Hamil:
Brett Hamil Website: http://www.BrettHamil.com/ .

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.hamil .
Tumblr: http://bretthamil.tumblr.com/ .
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettmenow/ .

Video: https://youtu.be/Z7UVN3o2Io4 .

Brett Hamil YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/bretthamil .

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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SecuGen to Demonstrate the UN20 Serial OEM Fingerprint Sensor at RSA Conference 2016

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, a world leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, is pleased to announce that it will be showcasing the UN20 Serial(TM), a stand-alone high performance, low cost, optical fingerprint sensor at the RSA Conference 2016 from February 29 through March 3. Developers are invited to come by SecuGen's booth, number 4615 in the North Hall of Moscone Center in San Francisco to see a demonstration of this revolutionary new OEM fingerprint sensor. The UN20 Serial will be released in Q1 2016.

The UN20 Serial OEM sensor integrates SecuGen's FAP 20 certified, optical fingerprint sensor with a 1 GHz CPU and SecuGen's library of NIST certified template extraction and matching algorithms. In addition, the UN20 Serial provides an open Linux development environment so developers can add their own functionality.

The UN20 Serial offers high quality image capture, NIST tested algorithms, a fast 1 GHz processor, and a highly flexible and expandable architecture, offered at an amazingly low price. This is the first product to be released in the Unity Biometric Development Platform (BDP) product family.

Other products in the Unity BDP family will be announced over the next few months. These other products will include additional interfaces, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet, as well as hardware expansion boards that allow virtually limitless expandability.

SecuGen's optical fingerprint sensors are known worldwide for their high image quality, ruggedness and affordability.

Jeff Brown, VP of Sales and Marketing for SecuGen stated, "We looked at the old model of a sensor and a separate board running the extraction and matching algorithms, and we have been able to unite all the parts and package them in one small sensor. Embedding an open Linux development environment in the UN20 Serial makes this product unique in the industry. Pairing this with an astonishingly low price is a major breakthrough."

"The SecuGen engineering team has come up with a new approach to delivering world class OEM sensors," commented VP of Engineering Dan Riley. "The UN20 Serial is not just a sensor, it is an entire development platform. The uses for this product are nearly limitless. It represents a giant leap forward in OEM fingerprint technology."

Won Lee, CEO of SecuGen, added, "For many years we have focused exclusively on delivering to our OEM partners the tools they need to compete successfully in this highly competitive industry. The UN20 Serial is the first of an amazing new product line, the Unity Biometric Development Platform (BDP). Unity BDP is the culmination of a decade of effort. We are very proud to be able to deliver the first product of its kind, a complete biometric development platform that is compact and affordable."

About SecuGen:

SecuGen Corporation ( http://www.secugen.com/ ) is the world's leading provider of advanced, optical fingerprint recognition technology, products, tools and platforms for physical and information security. SecuGen designs and develops FBI-certified fingerprint readers and OEM components, developer kits and software, including NIST/MINEX-compliant algorithms. Known for high quality, ruggedness, and performance in a wide variety of applications and environmental conditions, SecuGen products are used by world-leading financial, medical, government, educational and corporate institutions and are sold through an extensive partner network of reseller partners including original equipment manufacturers, independent software vendors and system integrators around the world.

SecuGen is a registered trademark of SecuGen Corp. in the United States and other countries.

SecuGen Corporation, 2065 Martin Avenue Suite 108, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA; Tel 408-727-7787.

Twitter: @SecuGenCorp

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‘Area Code 666’ A New Approach to Modern Fiction

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Writer John Scott G is creating the world's first omnibus novel. Interweaving nine novels, dozens of short stories, numerous comedy routines, and a great deal of political satire, "Area Code 666" is being serialized on Ga-Ga.com, the new online magazine of the arts (in BETA).

Comprised of books, short stories, comedy routines, and political satire, the "omni-novel" from John Scott G explores themes of religion, Satanism, erotica, and politics.

The unusually-named G is happy to tell people that a lot of the incidents in the omni-novel come straight from a higher or lower source. "Lucifer is the main narrator of 'Area Code 666,'" G says satirically, "and at heart it is the devil's search for God. There will be an apocalyptic reunion scene, I promise."

As the book's promotion states, "Lucifer narrates a twisted tale of subordinate devils who come to earth to observe, infiltrate, tempt, meddle, and wreak havoc." Many chapters are reports from Satan's entities as they infiltrate every aspect of society from boardrooms to bedrooms, from church pulpits to political rallies, and from cozy homes to clandestine cult meetings.

One of the books deals with the birth of computer fraud. Another is a tale of a scientist who discovers a truth serum and sets out to place it in the water supply of the country. Yet another story is of a serial killer with second sight who begins helping the cops solve other crimes.

"With this gargantuan project, I am exploring the modern world in the best medium ever invented: books," G states. "Albeit books in pixel form."

There are 666 chapters planned for the book and 192 of them are live and available online as of Feb. 1, 2016. "Six chapters appear each month on Ga-Ga, which is not to be confused with Lady Gaga," G notes. Artwork, music tracks, and music videos from FookMovie accompany many of the chapters.

For more information, the Table of Contents for "Area Code 666" may be accessed at: http://johnscottg.com/area_CHAPTERS.htm - or start with chapter one directly, at (caution, mature content): http://ga-ga.com/fiction-area-code-666/.

Note to editors: the fictional tales of "Area Code 666" do not promote devil worship, Satanism, or similar nonsense, but follow the classic tropes of good vs. evil, and the fact that evil doesn't always have visible horns.

Twitter: @John_Scott_G

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CCMC Inc. Announces New Senior Vice President

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla., Feb. 4, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CCMC, the leading provider of financial technology integration solutions, announced the appointment of Steven Giannotti as Senior Vice President. Steve will report to President and Chief Executive Officer, Gene Lederer.

Celebrating nearly 22 years of operation, CCMC has appointed Steve as SVP at a time when the company is experiencing significant growth in its core connection technology business lines as well as a rapid expansion into other system integration markets. Steve will oversee a number of areas including Product Management, Marketing, Sales Operations, and Client Care.

"Steve's deep domain expertise in core banking, digital channels, and the ecosystem of industry solutions which integrate with them will help scale CCMC's rapidly growing business while also providing stability and steady growth in the future," stated Gene Lederer, CEO of CCMC.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Giannotti said, "I am excited about the opportunity to share my experiences and help grow this business. In an age when it may be too risky to replace older legacy banking systems, a solid integration strategy will alleviate the pain and restore our clients' ability to compete with both peers and challengers in the marketplace - Integration of both data and workflow processes to provide straight through processing is the core competency of CCMC. I am also looking forward to reconnecting with former clients, partners, and colleagues now that I am operating primarily in the U.S. market again."

Steve has over 20 years of experience across the insurance, banking, and bank technology industries. He holds a BS degree in Finance from Bentley University. Before joining CCMC, Steve traveled across the Caribbean, Canada, U.S., and Latin America as the Principal Business Solutions Consultant for the Core Banking and Digital Channels business lines at Misys International Banking Systems, a Vista Equity Partners company. Prior to Misys, Steve held multiple posts at FIS.

About CCMC:

CCMC Inc., established in 1994, provides information technology solutions to over 1,500 financial institutions across the United States. CCMC's Connector technology streamlines operations to create value for our clients. We partner with best in class providers of Lending, CRM, Digital Channels, Payments, and other surround systems to optimize both data transfer and workflow processes between these solutions and all of the major U.S. core banking, credit union, and servicing solutions.

More information: http://www.ccmcinc.com/.

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North Texas Creative Design and Visual Communications Agency Makes Big Splash for Major Brands

IRVING, Texas, Feb. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As North Texas creative and design agency the Bubble(TM) enters its 17th year in business, the company has plenty of linchpin client campaigns to reflect on - from the College Football Playoffs, Super Bowl XLV, the NBA, Texas Rangers and the Crowne Plaza Invitational to Six Flags, Sony, Kraft, Axe and Levi's - but more importantly, a host of highly-visible projects to be announced in 2016.

The Bubble's(TM) scope of design, project management, signage, wraps and banner programs is but a brush stroke of its capabilities. The company's tailored approach allows it to remain versatile in fulfilling roles beyond the one dimensional ad agency, sign shop or project management firm - in turn making it a 'hybrid agency' - able to accomplish customized needs in a variable of sizes. The company's large scale work has been seen by hundreds of thousands of sports fans at AT&T Stadium, thrill-seeking enthusiasts at Six Flags Theme Parks and Hurricane Harbor, and most recently at Dallas Sea Life Aquarium.

The visual communication the Bubble(TM) has provided for its clients over the years has been integral in successfully boosting traffic and representing a brand's messaging - from experiential media to wrapped rollercoasters.

"We've relied on the Bubble to design, produce, install and manage many of our 'Domination' programs," states John Gray, VP Corporate Alliance Marketing and Promotions, - Six Flags Entertainment. "Their team has always been responsive, on-time and fast to deliver."

See the Bubble's(TM) portfolio here: http://bethebubble.com/ourwork .

WBE & HUB certified, the Bubble's(TM) leadership consists of the husband and wife team of Jeff (Managing & Creative Director) and Amy Naukam (President & CEO).

"Though we work on projects of all sizes, it's very exhilarating to see the fruits of our labor in highly visible places such as AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas," states President and CEO Amy Naukam. "It reminds us when we think big, we accomplish just as big."

The Bubble(TM) is currently preparing for its most successful year in 2016 with upcoming partnership announcements within community and major sporting events.

For more information on the Bubble(TM) visit http://bethebubble.com/ or their social networks:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the-Bubble-274544155894362/ .

Twitter: https://twitter.com/be_the_bubble .

About the Bubble(TM):

A WBE & HUB certified creative and visual communications company based in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas (formerly Risner Naukam Design Group), the Bubble(TM) is a "hybrid-agency" that helps execute programs by turning napkin sketches into reality, while providing an engaging and emotional consumer experience that defines and creates mass attention for brands.

Since 1999, we have helped clients take their bubbling ideas to new heights. Our client list speaks volumes as they continue to use the services we provide year after year. The list keeps growing: College Football Playoffs, SEA Life, Legoland, NCAA Men's Final Four, the Super Bowl, NBA, Texas Rangers, Crowne Plaza Invitational, Six Flags, Sony, Kraft, Axe, Levis, Takis and the like.

Whether the project requires a local or national reach, each client gets the same personal attention, expert service and quality to execute the project with precision. the Bubble(TM) is consistent in completing projects right the first time and we take pride in knowing your success, is our success.

Our FIVE primary areas of service are: Design, Project Management, Signage, Wraps and Banner Programs.

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Fake or Real? New App Sets the Record Straight

DETROIT, Mich., Feb. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The RuReal App released by U.S. Publications, Inc. is designed to help its users avoid scams, posers and more. Not sure if that dating profile image is real? Unsure of the authenticity of a product being sold online? RuReal sets the truth free.

The RuReal(TM) App scans 14 billion images on the Internet while millions are being added daily. If an image has been used elsewhere or altered, this app reveals where it's been used, along with its origination.

Simon Gojcaj, president, U.S. Publications, Inc., says that RuReal will detect fakes from the get-go.

"It can help its users in a number of ways," Gojcaj says. "It deters bullies and cyberstalkers and can detect if a product is a fake or not. Basically, if it looks too good to be true, it likely is."

For example, Gojcaj tested the app out on a photo of a 2004 Mercedes Benz that was posted on CraigsList. It looked like it was in excellent condition and the price was unreal. It turns out the car was unreal too as RuReal immediately recognized it as a fake. The image had been cropped and altered and had originated from another site.

So, how does it work? Users browse one or multiple images and then save them to their mobile device. Next, they open the RuReal app and search from their saved images. The app does the rest and results are immediate.

RuReal will show true results unless the images are original and not used elsewhere.

It's also a good way for people to see if, where and how their images are being used.

Available on iTunes and GooglePlay, it's compatible with iPhones, iPads and Android devices. The first 20 searches are free. To date, customers have rated it a five-star app.

Watch a short video (YouTube): https://youtu.be/pj2UW-ca7xc .

RuReal is available on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rureal/id1061529595 and Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=smartfunstudios.imagesearch .

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Better Life Technologies Group Selects Fallbrook Engineering to Develop Prototype for Wireless Glucose Monitoring Device

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Better Life Technologies Group is pleased to announce that it has selected Fallbrook Engineering in Escondido, Calif. to work on the prototyping of its patent-pending, non-invasive wireless-wearable, Glucose Diagnostic Sensor (GDS), US Patent Pending # 14/933985. In 2014, Better Life Technologies Group received a US Patent Grant under US 8,659,435 B2 for a swim safety system device.

"This is an exciting time," George McKinney, president/CEO of Better Life Technologies Group, says. "We believe that we are on the verge of a great breakthrough with a novel approach to glucose monitoring focusing on analyzing gases emanating from the skin. We expect that our approach will advance medicine globally and benefit millions of diabetics."

Recently acknowledged for his company's work in the area of non-invasive glucose monitoring and other wireless-wearable technologies, McKinney received the Roy L. Clay Sr. Technology Pinnacle Award. Roy L. Clay Sr. was an African-American pioneer of early computers often called, the "Godfather of Silicon Valley."

McKinney was recognized as being one of the "Top 50 Most Important African-Americans in Technology."

Richard Meyst, CEO, Fallbrook Engineering, says, "We are quickly available to respond to any project requirements, providing designs, models, prototypes and tooling, as well as process and equipment development and validation."

Fallbrook Engineering has been the source for conscientious engineering consultation and creative product development support since 1981.

Better Life is actively looking for investors/partners in its effort to globalize this GDS technology.

For more information, contact George McKinney at: betterlifetechnologies@gmail.com or visit: http://www.betterlifetech.net/.

Connect with Mr. McKinney on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-mckinney-0a4b7a66 .

About Better Life Technologies Group, Inc.:

Founded in 2011, Better Life Technologies Group's mission is to bring life-preserving and life-improving technologies to the world.

About Fallbrook Engineering:

Fallbrook Engineering is a medical technology consulting firm that provides contract product design, development, management and engineering services to the healthcare products field.

It facilitates the advanced design of medical products including commercialization services for medical disposables, durables, and instruments used in diagnostics, therapeutics and medical treatments of all kinds.

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Media Contact: Cidnee Walker, Better Life Technologies Group, Inc., 619-517-6729, betterlifetechnologies@gmail.com

Twitter: @starcolony8 #diabetes #glucosetest

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Ohio Aesthetic Center Now Sports Latest in Tattoo Revisions

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc., Sandy, Utah, announced the opening of their latest Tatt2Away(R) center in Cincinnati, Ohio at Cincinnati Aesthetics. Rejuvatek Medical offers a patented, innovative alternative to laser tattoo removal that is less painful, less costly, and more effective at removing all tattoo colors of pigment.

Dr. Erdeger, MD, opened his aesthetic medicine practice to allow him to maintain ongoing relationships with patients, which he finds gratifying. As a board-certified doctor, he offers approved weight-loss medications, HCG diet programs, and other procedures that make his patients feel better, including tattoo removal. His extensive training and experience enables him to tailor services and treatments with a more specialized and whole-body approach.

Dr. Erdeger practiced as internist/hospitalist at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati for three years prior to launching Cincinnati Aesthetics. He has increasingly focused on non-surgical aesthetic medicine. His aesthetic training with some of the world's experts in the field has led him to become one of Cincinnati's top specialists in the field, with accredited membership in the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine and other national medical societies.

"I really wanted to find an effective way to remove tattoos that was cutting edge technology and served my patients better than existing technology," stated Dr. Erdeger. "I am proud to offer my patients a solution that is less painful, removes all colors and can be completed in a shorter amount of time than traditional methods."

While 65 million Americans sport a tattoo, 11-percent of them are getting one removed. Although the laser has been the go to method of removal, its lack of efficacy, coupled with pain and cost, have not made it an attractive value proposition. Cincinnati Aesthetics plans on providing the newest alternative to laser tattoo removal.

Consumers needing help with tattoo removals can contact Dr. Erdeger at Cincinnati Aesthetics by calling (513) 204-3490.

For more information visit: http://www.rejuvatekmedical.com/ .

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* Photo Caption: Dr. Erdeger performing non-laser tattoo removal with innovative technology from Rejuvatek Medical. Cincinnati Aesthetics is the first and only clinic in Ohio to offer this new method of tattoo removal.

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Southern Trial Lawyers Association Publish Article by Attorneys Bernard Walsh and Elisabeth DeWitt

BRADENTON, Fla., Jan. 28, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An article entitled "Modern Spinal Surgery Options" by Injury Attorney Bernard F. Walsh, managing partner of Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh, and Attorney Elisabeth Dewitt formerly of the Bradenton Florida office of Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh, has been published by the Southern Trial Lawyers Association.

In the article, Attorney Bernard Walsh highlights the importance of attorneys being aware of the latest medical care techniques available, and continues that attorneys should make sure that their clients are aware of these options and discuss them with their medical professional.

The article states, "You must be prepared to educate your clients on the available options and approaches to surgical care so that your client can do their own research and speak to their treating surgeons more effectively...." and continues to advise attorneys to become familiar with the surgeons that perform the relevant procedures, in their local area.

The article which focuses on new techniques for spinal surgery, outlines several new surgical procedures that many attorneys representing injured clients may not be aware of such as, facet rhizotomy, endoscopic spinal surgery and robotic spine surgery.

Attorney Bernard Walsh had this to say about being published in JUSTLAW, "The Southern Trial Lawyers is a great organization that works to strengthen connections and awareness for plaintiff's attorneys. The ultimate goal of everyone involved with the Southern Trial Lawyers, is to better serve our clients in achieving justice. JUSTLAW helps members stay informed by sharing in the knowledge and experience of other attorneys, and I am honored that JUSTLAW selected the article by Attorney DeWitt and I to be published."

"Modern Spinal Surgery Options" was published in volume 8, issue 1 of JUSTLAW by the Southern Trial Lawyers Association in January, 2016.

About Attorney Bernard F. Walsh:

A highly experienced AV rated attorney and founder of the Manasota Trial Lawyers Board, Bernard Walsh is an active member in multiple legal organizations including the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA), the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Florida Justice Association, the National Trial Lawyers Association and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

Bernard Walsh is an active member of the Manatee and Sarasota Sheriff's Advisory Boards, the Florida Highway Patrol Advisory Council and the One Hundred Club for Law Enforcement in Manatee.

Partner at the Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law firm of Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni and Walsh, Bernard Walsh has helped hundreds of Floridians get fair compensation for injuries. Additionally, Bernard Walsh has won one of Florida's largest motorcycle accident recoveries and has an AV Preeminent(R) rating on Martindale-Hubbel(R), a doctors and attorneys ratings website and is a Superb rated attorney with Avvo.com.

Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh
5291 Office Park Boulevard, Bradenton FL, 34203
Local: 941-752-7200

More information: http://www.GetMejustice.com/.

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Erin Brockovich and Weitz & Luxenberg to Visit Hoosick Falls, N.Y., Groundwater Contamination Victims on Jan. 30

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 28, 2016 (SEND2PRESSS NEWSWIRE) -- Environmental activist Erin Brockovich, together with a team of Weitz & Luxenberg attorneys, look forward to meeting with victims of the Hoosick Falls, New York PFOA groundwater contamination on Saturday, January 30, 2016, said the nationally known personal injury and mass tort law firm.

This community meeting will be held between noon and 2 p.m. in the Greenwall Auditorium at Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont, 15 minutes away from Hoosick Falls. Here are directions to the Auditorium: http://www.benningtondance.org/greenwall.html.

Ms. Brockovich also plans to visit the stricken upstate New York town for a tour, followed by a discussion at the Auditorium with residents about the local water contamination. She will be accompanied by Weitz & Luxenberg's Robin L. Greenwald, who heads the firm's Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection litigation unit, and other attorneys from the firm.

Ms. Brockovich, a long time environmental advocate, will share her experiences dealing with water contamination. Weitz & Luxenberg will discuss the legal options and remedies available to Hoosick Falls clients and other residents who seek assistance, the firm announced.

PFOA Contamination Making Residents Sick:

Ms. Brockovich and Weitz & Luxenberg have been investigating suspected causes and consequences of the PFOA water contamination problem affecting Hoosick Falls since early January, said Ms. Greenwald. "This investigation was conducted to allow us to seek justice for the affected residents from those responsible for the contamination," she stated.

PFOA is a synthetic substance used in the manufacture of no-stick cookware, dental floss, electrical insulation and other familiar products.

The municipal water supply in Hoosick Falls has been found to contain potentially dangerous levels of PFOA. Some residents of the town have reported falling ill after using this water for drinking and cooking.

Chronic PFOA exposure has been linked to testicular cancer, kidney cancer, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, ulcerative colitis and pregnancy-induced hypertension. Studies suggest other possible health consequences including a possible connection to pancreatic cancer.

EPA Also Looking Into PFOA Problem:

Ms. Brockovich's visit comes after a January 14 public meeting that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted. Officials with the New York State Department of Health and Department of Environmental Conservation also attended that meeting, stated Weitz & Luxenberg.

According to the Albany, New York, Times Union newspaper, angry and frustrated residents filled the auditorium looking for answers and solutions.

EPA Regional Administrator Judith Enck led the meeting and apologized to residents for the misery they are enduring.

"I'm very, very sorry that you have been going through this," the Times Union quoted Ms. Enck as saying. "I'm sorry that we don't know how long you have been drinking contaminated water.... Action should be taken to protect your health."

State officials at the meeting announced that they had requested that the EPA place the suspected major source of Hoosick Falls PFOA contamination on the EPA's Superfund cleanup site list. EPA officials announced that the earliest that Hoosick Falls could be considered for Superfund status would be in the fall of 2016, said the firm.

For more information, visit the Weitz & Luxenberg Hoosick Falls web page at http://hoosickfallslawsuit.com/.

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, products liability, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of consumer fraud are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at info@weitzlux.com.

More information: http://www.weitzlux.com/.

Twitter: @WeitzLuxenberg

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Edupoint Expands Synergy Assessment with Technology Enhanced Item Support

MESA, Ariz., Jan. 27, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, a leading student information and learning management solutions provider for the K-12 market, now supports technology enhanced items in Synergy(R) Assessment, part of the Synergy(R) Learning Management System. The full support of technology enhanced items in Synergy Assessment enables students to take pre-assessments and benchmark assessments using the same kind of item types that appear on high-stakes tests such as the PARCC and Smarter Balanced assessments.

Synergy Assessment enables educators to build, manage, and deliver formative and summative assessments that include the more complex tasks that can assess the skills needed in these next-generation assessments. Teachers can schedule and launch assessments right from their gradebooks and view results to make informed decisions in support of differentiated instruction or interventions. Students can take assessments on paper or online in the StudentVUE(R) web portal using computers, iPads or any hand-held device.

The INSPECT(R) Item Bank and Assessment Suite, available through Edupoint's partnership with Key Data Systems, offers educators a formative assessment item bank and suite of over 300 pre-built assessments that provide specific feedback to teachers so they can quickly inform instruction to improve student learning outcomes. Supported technology-enhanced item types include Constructed Response, Evidence-Based Selected-Response (EBSR), Graphic Gap Match, Hot Spot, Hot Text, Inline Choice, Matching, Multi-Part, Multiple Choice, Multiple Select, Number Line, Select Point, and Text Entry.

"Technology enhanced item support within Synergy Assessment showcases our commitment to continuously enhance our Synergy LMS offerings," says Rob Wilson, Edupoint's President and Chief Innovation Officer. "Educators are able to apply real-time results from a full array of assessment types in order to personalize instruction, gain deeper insight into student learning, and help improve teaching district-wide. The full integration between the SIS and LMS solutions within Synergy is proving to be by far the greatest benefit to our users. We are excited to see the rapid adoption of our LMS solutions across our customer base."

Edupoint's Synergy(R) Education Platform unites essential K-12 solutions that are typically separate - student information, learning and assessment, special education management, and more - in one fully-integrated solution that puts an end to data integration complexities and consistency issues. Designed with a highly customizable framework to meet a district's individual needs, the Synergy Education Platform provides an all-encompassing solution for learning and curriculum management, assessment analytics, online registration, role-based mobile applications, IEP compliance and the industry's richest Student Information System (SIS) feature set. Thousands of schools across the country use the Synergy Education Platform to manage more than 3 million students.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For more than thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The Synergy(R) Education Platform is a suite of integrated solutions that includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) Special Education, a comprehensive special education data management system. More than a data management tool, Synergy is a collaborative environment that facilitates improved communication between educators, administrators, parents and students resulting in better instructional decisions at all levels.

To learn why thousands of schools across the country use the Synergy Education Platform to manage more than 3.25 million students, visit http://www.Edupoint.com/.

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Renee Crow Joins EPIC as Vice President, Hospitality Practice Leader in the West

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 27, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that Renee Crow has joined the firm as Vice President and West Region Hospitality Practice Leader.

Crow has focused on and specialized in the risk management and insurance needs of hotels, restaurants and others in the hospitality industry since 2004, first as an Account Executive for insurance broker Arthur J Gallagher and then for the past 8 1/2 years as the Vice President, Risk Management at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.

As EPIC's Hospitality Practice Leader, Crow will be responsible for further developing an innovative, unified approach to serving hospitality clients across the West Region and nationally. This will include strategy development and leadership, establishing risk management best practices, developing new leading-edge products and services, building client-focused service and specialty resource teams, integrating and leveraging both local and national people and resources, and managing and strengthening relationships with all underwriters and specialty markets serving the Hospitality sector and developing new business.

Crow will be based in EPIC's San Francisco headquarters and will report to Marianne Schleicher, Chief Operating Officer of the Bay Area Region.

Across her career, Crow has been consistently recognized as a top risk management professional, most recently as a "2015 Risk All Star" by Risk & Insurance Magazine. http://www.riskandinsurance.com/playing-the-part/.

During her time at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Crow was able to reduce the organization's total cost of risk by roughly 40 percent, while Kimpton grew from 24 to more than 60 properties.

Professionally, Crow has earned both the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations.

"We are pleased to have Renee join EPIC and look forward to the added benefits she will deliver to our Hospitality Industry clients," said John Hahn, EPIC CEO. "Renee's unique experience in both the insurance brokerage business and in hotel risk management gives our clients a perspective they will not get from any other broker resource. We've known and admired Renee for many years, and we're excited that she has chosen to join the EPIC team."

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 850 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 13,000 clients.

With more than $200 million in revenues, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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* Photo Caption: Renee Crow Joins EPIC.

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650-295-4608
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Weitz & Luxenberg’s Greenwald Is Co-Lead Counsel in Excellus Data Breach Case

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Robin L. Greenwald, head of the Weitz & Luxenberg Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection litigation unit, will serve as interim co-lead counsel in the developing Excellus BlueCross BlueShield data breach class action lawsuit, according to the firm.

Ms. Greenwald was appointed to that important leadership position by the judge presiding over the case, Hon. Elizabeth A. Wolford of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York. She will serve with Hadley L. Matarazzo of Faraci Lange in Rochester.

In addition to Ms. Greenwald's appointment, Judge Wolford also named Weitz & Luxenberg to serve as co-lead law firm, explained Weitz & Luxenberg.

Greenwald Chosen Due to Extensive Experience and Expertise:

Judge Wolford explained in her January 25 appointment order that Ms. Greenwald is highly qualified and will zealously and effectively represent the potential class of plaintiffs.

As interim co-lead counsel, Ms. Greenwald will be responsible for utilizing her expertise to best represent the interests of the plaintiffs, Judge Wolford wrote.

Judge Wolford also said that Weitz & Luxenberg was selected for the co-lead law firm position because of the firm's "considerable work in identifying and investigating potential claims in this action, demonstrated experience in handling complex class actions,...knowledge of the applicable law, and established...willingness to commit significant resources to representing the class."

James Bilsborrow, another Weitz & Luxenberg attorney on this case, also looks forward to working on behalf of class members impacted by the breach: "Weitz & Luxenberg owns a strong reputation for experience in data breach actions," he said. "Weitz & Luxenberg also has devoted significant time to working with - and understanding the needs of - the affected community in western New York."

In particular, Judge Wolford indicated that she was impressed by the comprehensive plan Weitz & Luxenberg had partnered in formulating for prosecuting the case against Excellus and co-defendant Lifetime Healthcare Inc. Lifetime is the parent company of Excellus.

Excellus Data Breach was Massive:

The class action lawsuit is still in its initial stages. At this point, according to the court order, it includes at least 14 consolidated matters, the first of which was filed in mid-September, said Weitz & Luxenberg.

The plaintiffs are among the 10.5 million Excellus and Lifetime customers whose personal information was exposed in a data breach that came to light in August. It is believed the data breach had been ongoing since late 2013, according to the firm.

Among the confidential records illicitly accessed by the hackers who masterminded the data breach were customer names and account numbers, home addresses, phone contact numbers, birth dates, Social Security numbers and personal financial data. All of these data are useful to identity thieves and other criminals, pointed out Bilsborrow.

Part of the reason why Ms. Greenwald makes an excellent choice for interim co-lead counsel is her background in the enforcement of laws. Prior to joining Weitz & Luxenberg in 2005 she served as General Counsel for the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of the Interior, explained the firm.

Previous to that, Ms. Greenwald was an assistant chief of the Environmental Crimes Section of the Department of Justice, in charge of Legislation, Policy and Special Litigation. At the onset of her career she was an assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, said Weitz & Luxenberg.

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, products liability, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of consumer fraud are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at info@weitzlux.com.

More information: http://www.weitzlux.com/.

Twitter: @WeitzLuxenberg

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Mr. Cabinet Care of Anaheim Awarded Best Of Houzz 2016

ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 26, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mr. Cabinet Care of Anaheim has won "Best Of Houzz" in Customer Service by Houzz(R), the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 29-year-old kitchen remodeling company was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

The Best of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2015. A "Best Of Houzz 2016" badge will appear on winners' profiles, as a sign of their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

Sid Jaridly, CEO of Mr. Cabinet Care remarked "Once again we are honored to be recognized as one of the best in our industry. Coming off the heels of being voted number #1, we really appreciate winning this award as well. It's a true validation of our entire teams' hard work and effort to make sure that every client is provided with excellent service and quality."

"Anyone building, remodeling or decorating looks to Houzz for the most talented and service-oriented professionals," said Liza Hausman, vice president of Industry Marketing for Houzz. "We're so pleased to recognize Mr. Cabinet Care, voted one of our "Best Of Houzz" professionals by our enormous community of homeowners and design enthusiasts actively remodeling and decorating their homes."

Follow Mr. Cabinet Care on Houzz: http://www.houzz.com/pro/mrcabinetcareoc/mr-cabinet-care .

About Mr. Cabinet Care:

Established in 1987, The Original Mr. Cabinet Care has become one of the largest and most trusted kitchen remodeling companies in Southern California. The family owned and operated company started in a modest 1,500 square foot shop in Santa Ana, Calif.

In the years since, The Original Mr. Cabinet Care facilities have grown from 3,000 to 7,500 square feet before settling into their current 24,000 square foot factory in Anaheim, Calif.

For nearly three decades, The Original Mr. Cabinet Care team has focused their efforts on becoming not the biggest, but the best in their industry. While others have focused on just the bottom line, Mr. Cabinet Care strives to best serve each customer and not only meet their needs, but provide them with a stunning kitchen they will love for many years to come!

To learn more, visit http://www.mrcabinetcare.com/.

Twitter: @MrCabinetCareOC

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