Tag Archives: women leaders

3rd3rd Marketing President Cynthia Thurlow to Challenge Status Quo at LeadingAge Leadership Summit

The session explores a modern marketing playbook for senior living executives

SEATTLE, Wash., April 20, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cynthia Thurlow, CEO and President of 3rd3rd Marketing, will join an influential panel of national marketing leaders at the LeadingAge National Leadership Summit to present “Rebuilding Your Marketing Engine with a Modern Mindset.” The session will take place on Tuesday, April 21, from 1:45 to 3:00 p.m. The summit brings together aging services providers, policy experts, and advocates to discuss technology, workforce, and housing.

Image caption: 3rd3rd Marketing.

Thurlow will be joined by Timi Mafua, Senior Manager of Studio Management at T-Mobile, and another general agency panelist, bringing together perspectives from global consumer brands and leading advertising agencies that benefit operators of senior living communities and aging services.

The session will take a candid look at why many nonprofit senior living organizations struggle to innovate—not due to lack of vision, but because leadership teams and boards are often navigating immediate operational priorities, leaving limited capacity to advance modern marketing and brand strategy. It will also examine the hidden “census killers” holding organizations back, including overreliance on generic advertising, internal micromanagement, fragmented decision-making across stakeholders, building before brand strategy, and misaligned staffing investments in an increasingly complex, modern market.

Speakers will challenge the long-standing assumption that adults 60+ represent a single, homogenous audience and offer a new path forward.

Attendees will gain a practical, modern playbook for:

Restructuring marketing functions for agility and growth
Designing products and experiences aligned with evolving consumer expectations
Building brand platforms that generate demand and unlock innovation
Exploring effective nonprofit senior living marketing strategies, which challenge the assumptions that perpetuate ageism as more adults enter the “third third” of their lives

“I am hearing, and I am seeing more often that when it comes to independent living, people are ‘waiting too long’ to move in. It’s the ‘NOT YET’ mentality. While senior living is doing important work, what it needs to realize is it’s now a mature category that hasn’t consistently innovated to meet its market,” said Thurlow. “Younger Baby Boomers, in particular, don’t see themselves in what’s being offered, or how it’s being marketed. That disconnect is what’s driving hesitation, and it represents a major opportunity for reinvention. When it comes to selling ‘care’ this dynamic is exacerbated.”

Through its work with senior living organizations nationwide, 3rd3rd Marketing helps clients move beyond thinking of age as a demographic to focus on psychodemographics, including values, interests, and aspirations that more accurately reflect today’s consumer. This approach enables communities to build more meaningful connections and drive sustainable growth.

The session will also explore how leading brands outside of senior living approach marketing systems and what lessons can be applied immediately within the sector.

“In studying the senior living space, I was struck by how even a built-in customer base doesn’t guarantee growth,” Mafua said. “It’s a reminder that what got you here won’t get you there. Real differentiation takes bold thinking, the courage to change and a partner with the experience to guide you. It’s not a built-in skill for most organizations.”

The LeadingAge National Leadership Summit convenes top executives and decision-makers from across the senior living and aging services fields to explore strategies that shape the industry’s future.

About 3rd3rd Marketing

3rd3rd Marketing is the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” partnering with senior living communities and mission-driven aging services organizations in both B2C and B2B categories globally. By dismantling unintentional ageism and stereotypes, and replacing them with aspirational narratives, 3rd3rd helps organizations build authentic connections, increase engagement, and achieve lasting impact. For more information, visit: https://3rd3rd.com/.

LOGO link for media: https://www.send2press.com/300dpi/26-0312-s2p-3rd3rd-300dpi.webp

Summit Info: https://leadershipsummit.leadingage.org/speakers-2/page/5/

NEWS SOURCE: 3rd3rd Marketing

This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (3rd3rd Marketing), who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire. Image, if any, was provided by the news source and not this website or the wire service. Information is believed accurate, as provided by the news source, but is not guaranteed.

To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/3rd3rd-marketing-president-cynthia-thurlow-to-challenge-status-quo-at-leadingage-leadership-summit/

HousingWire selects Depth EVP Lindsey Neal as 2025 Marketing Leader

ATLANTA, Ga., June 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Depth, a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for technology companies serving the residential mortgage finance, financial technology (fintech) and regulatory technology (regtech) industries, today announced that Executive Vice President Lindsey Neal has been named a recipient of HousingWire’s 2025 Marketing Leaders Award.

Photo caption: Lindsey Neal, Depth executive vice president.

HousingWire today honored 55 of the most dynamic and influential marketing professionals in the housing industry, describing how “These standout leaders are reshaping the way mortgage and real estate companies connect with their audiences, tell their stories, and drive growth.”

A trusted advisor to mortgage lenders, fintechs and mortgage/financial service providers since 2006, Lindsey joined Depth as an original DepthSquad member in 2010. During the ensuing 15 years, she has been responsible both for developing full-service marketing and PR strategies, ensuring their effective execution and cultivating productive relationships for Depth clients, and for leadership related to agency growth initiatives. She is a 2006 graduate of Berry College in Rome, Georgia, and earned her M.B.A. from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia in 2011.

“Lindsey Neal is a well-known force in our industry,” said Depth founder and president, Kerri Milam. “Dozens of successful firms and respected individuals can and do attest to the role her guidance and marketing leadership has played in their market position. That includes our firm Depth and me.”

According to the HousingWire announcement, “’The 2025 Marketing Leaders are charting new territory and redefining what’s possible in mortgage and real estate marketing,” said HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. Their bold strategies, inventive campaigns, and data-informed decisions are accelerating business performance and reshaping industry standards. We’re incredibly proud to recognize these trailblazing leaders who showcase the true impact and potential of modern marketing.

‘HousingWire’s Marketing Leaders represent the top talent in marketing — professionals who are building brands and influencing business outcomes,’ said HW Media CEO Clayton Collins. ‘These marketers are driving mortgage origination volume, connecting with homebuyers at critical moments, and supporting real estate brokerages to engage buyers and sellers. By combining data, technology, and creative strategy, they’re transforming how the industry communicates, competes and grows.’”

About Depth:

Depth is a leading independent provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for the mortgage lending and residential finance industries. Since 2006, the firm has represented a clientele of established and emerging brands serving mortgage lenders, mortgage servicers, real estate professionals and appraisers. Depth is committed to serving the cause of digital innovation and to practicing the pay-it-forward principle alongside The Golden Rule. A woman-owned business, Depth is a member and supporter of the Mortgage Bankers Association, Housing Finance Strategies and The Mortgage Collaborative.

Learn more: https://depthpr.com/

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is an information services company that provides unique data and research, respected business journalism and must-attend events for housing leaders to use to advance their understanding and business outcomes. Our vision is a world in which housing leaders have a complete view of the housing market, and a broad community of peers with whom they can connect. We are committed to delivering the data, analytics, media, and events that advance this vision.

Because housing is too important for narrow perspectives and missed connections. Informed housing leaders are better housing leaders. A connected housing industry is a better housing industry. And the full picture always reveals new opportunities.

Explore more at https://www.housingwire.com/

MULTIMEDIA:

https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/23-1012-s2p-lindsey-neal-300dpi.jpg

Photo caption: Lindsey Neal, Depth executive vice president.

NEWS SOURCE: Depth

This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (Depth), who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire. Image, if any, was provided by the news source and not this website or the wire service. Information is believed accurate, as provided by the news source, but is not guaranteed.

To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/housingwire-selects-depth-evp-lindsey-neal-as-2025-marketing-leader/

Les Dames d’Escoffier International’s San Francisco Chapter Celebrates 2024 Award Winners at Annual Awards Reception

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) hosted its Annual Awards Celebration on Monday, April 28, 2025, at The Civic Kitchen Cooking School. Guests gathered to honor five exceptional women in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries, each recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the culinary world.

Photo caption: Three of five 2024 Award Recipients: L to R – Natasha House, Ruby Pokras, Eleana Hsu, Dame Chantal Martin.

The evening was filled with lively conversation and a vibrant, market-fresh menu generously provided by Market Hall Caterers. The event included a raffle benefiting the Chapter’s philanthropic programs, with prizes including SFMOMA tickets, specialty spice sets, Fairytale Brownies, and cookbooks authored by Dames Andrea Nguyen and Tanya Holland.

Les Dames d’Escoffier International’s core mission is to inspire, advance, and support women in these industries to achieve leadership and excellence. The San Francisco Chapter furthers this mission through three signature programs: the L’Etoile d’Escoffier Culinary Scholarship (now accepting applications for the 2025 awards through May 9, 2025), the Karola Saekel Excellence in Food Journalism Fellowship, and the Female Entrepreneur Grant & Mentorship.

THE 2024 AWARD RECIPIENTS INCLUDED:

Natasha House, L’Etoile d’Escoffier Culinary Scholarship—A student at City College of San Francisco and entrepreneur behind her own thriving personal-chef business, Natasha was honored for her passion for culinary arts and commitment to pursuing professional excellence.
Ruby Pokras, L’Etoile d’Escoffier Culinary Scholarship—Having completed the two-year program at Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in St. Helena, Ruby now resides in Berkeley and is pursuing her four-year degree at Arizona State University.
Briana James, Karola Saekel Craib Excellence in Food Journalism Fellowship—A talented writer and illustrator, Briana serves as Assistant Editor at Clarkson Potter. Her insightful food writing, often featured in Edible East Bay and Eater, showcases her vibrant voice and creative vision.
Eleana Hsu, Female Entrepreneur Grant & Mentorship—Founder of Shared Cultures, Eleana was recognized for her innovative work producing modern fermented foods using koji and for fostering sustainable food practices in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Wafa Bahloul, Female Entrepreneur Grant & Mentorship—Chef-owner of Kayma Algerian Eatery, Wafa was honored for her culinary excellence and her celebrated Algerian sweets, bringing a unique and authentic taste of Algeria to the local dining scene.

“The caliber of this year’s winners is truly inspiring,” said Mary Gassen, chair of the Female Entrepreneur Grant & Mentorship Committee for LDEI-SF. “Each of these women embodies the spirit of innovation, leadership, and excellence that we seek to champion—here in the Bay Area, and as part of a broader movement to support and advance women across the food, beverage, and hospitality industries.”

LDEI-SF thanks its sponsors, members, and attendees for their continued support of the Chapter’s mission.

Donations are welcome to help fund the 2025 awards and support the next generation of women leaders. For more information, visit our website: https://lesdamessf.org/donate.

Applications are open to become a member of LDEI-SF through May 31, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit: https://lesdamessf.org/Become-a-Dame.

About Les Dames d’Escoffier International

LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the food, beverage, and hospitality fields. To do this, 2,500 members in 43 chapters worldwide provide leadership, educational opportunities, and philanthropy within their communities. For more information, visit LDEI.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @lesdamesintl, and LinkedIn.

About Les Dames d’Escoffier International – San Francisco Chapter

In 1989, nineteen powerhouse women in the culinary world founded the San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International to bring the mission of LDEI to Northern California. The membership includes restaurateurs, professional chefs, bakers, caterers, cookbook authors, food journalists, farmers, food retailers, event planners, winemakers, wine industry professionals, food publicists, culinary educators, and hospitality executives. More information on the San Francisco chapter of LDEI can be accessed at lesdamessf.org. Follow our chapter activities on Instagram @lesdamessf and Facebook.

Media Contact:
Katie Canfield, DipWSET
Communications Committee, Les Dames d’Escoffier San Francisco Chapter
katie@odonnell-lane.com
530-720-1138

###
UPDATED 5.6.25 4:15 p.m. PDT to correct two inadvertent typos in the text.

NEWS SOURCE: Les Dames d’Escoffier San Francisco

This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (Les Dames d’Escoffier San Francisco), who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire. Image, if any, was provided by the news source and not this website or the wire service. Information is believed accurate, as provided by the news source, but is not guaranteed.

To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/les-dames-descoffier-internationals-san-francisco-chapter-celebrates-2024-award-winners-at-annual-awards-reception/

Groundbreaking New Book Issues Call to Action on Racial Schism Among Black and White Women Following 2024 Election

WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As Black women and White women in the United States struggle to redefine the “Sisterhood” – a bond of shared identity and collective empowerment – in the face of the clear demarcation of who voted for whom in the 2024 Presidential election, renowned author and minister Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien Addison announces the release of “This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris” (ISBN 979-8344040080; Desakajo Publishing). This timely work delves into the history and impact of societal, religious, and psychological structures that have sown division between Black and White women in the United States for generations—and offers a transformative blueprint for unity through “Spiritual Sisterhood.”

IMAGE caption: Cover of “This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris.”

“This is a call to embrace true Spiritual Sisterhood – a sacred, safe space where women come together to connect, affirm, and uplift one another,” says Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien. “It’s time to move beyond the dysfunction that has limited us, to see each other fully, and to honor the strength that resides in unity.”

“This Is Not That” arrives at a pivotal moment. It challenges women to recognize and confront the barriers that have historically hindered the Sisterhood, from the subjugation perpetuated by patriarchal religious systems to the racial divides reinforced by societal constructs dating back to chattel slavery. Each chapter unfolds a journey through this landscape, exploring how women’s experiences and perceptions of self-worth have been shaped—and how they can be healed.

Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien writes with conviction, reflecting on the rise of Kamala Harris as a moment of unprecedented opportunity for women across racial and cultural divides to come together. The author sees Harris’s leadership as a living example of the possibility of transcending traditional barriers through authentic connection, support, and shared vision.

According to the author, women are called not only to lead but to cultivate “followship” – a mutual commitment that honors each other’s inherent worth. This book challenges Black and White women to set aside old narratives of division, to reclaim their voices, and to act in unity.

Through seven illuminating sections, readers are guided to understand the roots of separation, recognize the sacred strength within a true Sisterhood, and embrace a vision of collective empowerment:

Let Us Make Humankind
Let Us Make Man
Let Us Make White Woman
Let Us Make Black Woman
Let Us Make An Intersection
Let Us Make A Change
Let Us Make A Difference

“This Is Not That” is a timely call to action for women of all backgrounds to reclaim their power, voice, and vision, paving the way for a future where they lead side by side in harmony. It is a must-read for anyone invested in building a more equitable, inclusive, and empowered society.

“This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris” is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and at https://mybook.to/DrAShellarienempowers.

For more information on the book, to schedule an interview, or to request a review copy, please contact Desakajo Publishing at 267.779.1475.

About the Author:

Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien Addison is an Army Chaplain, spiritual trauma-informed counselor and coach, prolific author, publisher, adult and pediatric hospice chaplain, international speaker, mentor, wife, mother, and grandmother. She is the first woman to serve as Chaplain of the Delaware Army National Guard in its 240-year history. She received a Doctorate in Theology in Biblical Theology from Almeda University and is completing a Doctorate in Education in Traumatology from Liberty University. Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Sacred Theology from Lutheran Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, where she also earned a Bachelor of Science in Urban Ministry and an Associate of Art in Early Childhood Education.

She is certified in Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy through the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and has four units of Clinical Pastoral Education. Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien is trained in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Council for Relationships in Philadelphia, PA, and is a graduate of the Mental Health Integration for Chaplain Services (MHICS) program through the Uniformed Service University. She is an ordained Itinerate Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church and is a graduate of Delaware Leadership Academy.

Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien serves as CEO of Desakajo’s Flo which includes publishing, record production, credit empowerment, and travel, and is the author of 20 books, including: “I Need a Minute: Embracing Your Mental Health: A Guide for People of Faith” | “Finding Me: A Woman’s Theology of Self Identification” | “Beside the Still Waters: Having Faith Even When….” | “A Conversation with Myself: Healing the Internal Voice” | “Spiritual Alpha Female: Unleashing 9 Leadership Principles from Proverbs 31” | “Refreshing Reflections: 365 Moments of Meditation Military Edition, Spiritual Awakening” | “7 Shifts From Who I Am To Who I Am Becoming” | “Going Back For Me: Reconciling Pain and Peace When Trauma Collides With Faith” | “Created To Make The Not Good, Good: 9 MasterKeys of a GOOD Wife,” among others.

In addition, her passion for excellence in both physical and spiritual health led her to partner with Lovebiome, the premier microbiome gut health company, as a Senior Sales Associate.

During her military career, CH (MAJ) A’Shellarien deployed with the DEARNG 198th Expeditionary Signal Battalion in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (Spartan Shield) in 2019. She served as the first woman Army National Guard Headquarters Battalion/Temple Army Readiness Center Installation Chaplain at National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA.

Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien currently serves as the Delaware Army National Guard 721st Troop Command Chaplain. She resides in Claymont, Delaware and is married to William, with whom she has six children and 10 grandchildren.

BOOK SUMMARY

Title: “This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris”

Author: Rev. Dr. A’shellarien Addison

Website: https://www.desakajosflo.com

Buy Link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/4TXCgJv

Genre: Psychology / Race Relations / Sociology / Women’s Studies

Released: November 30, 2024

Paperback: ISBN 979-8344040080

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:

Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien Addison

Phone: 267.779.1475

email: drashellarien@desakajosflo.com

MULTIMEDIA:

IMAGE link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/25-0114-s2p-thisisnotthat-300dpi.jpg

IMAGE caption: Cover of “This Is Not That: Black Women and White Women Breaking the Chains of Religious, Racial, and Psychological Violence in the Rise of Kamala Harris.”

NEWS SOURCE: Desakajo Publishing

This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (Desakajo Publishing), who is solely responsible for its accuracy, by Send2Press Newswire. Image, if any, was provided by the news source and not this website or the wire service. Information is believed accurate, as provided by the news source, but is not guaranteed.

To view the original story, visit: https://www.send2press.com/wire/groundbreaking-new-book-issues-call-to-action-on-racial-schism-among-black-and-white-women-following-2024-election/

Author Sharon Gillenwater’s Memoir ‘Scaling with Soul’ Goes Behind the Scenes on Scaling and Selling a $25 Million Business

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Building a company out of nothing and selling it for $25 million is a dream for many-but not for Sharon K. Gillenwater. Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is delighted to announce the release of "Scaling with Soul" (ISBN: 978-1964377001 [ebook]; 978-1964377018 [paperback]; 978-1964377025 [hardback]; 978-1964377032 [audiobook]), the author's debut memoir detailing her journey to success.

Her previous stints as an entrepreneur included a failed effort to sell flowerpots at the flea market when she was 27 and a short-lived dot-com business that she started in her kitchen. In other words, finding out that her tech company was being acquired for tens of millions of dollars wasn't even on her bucket list.

So, how did an "average Jane" from the San Francisco Bay Area end up joining the big leagues? More importantly, how did she do it without being an a**hole?

"Scaling with Soul: How I Built and Sold a $25 Million Tech Company Without Being an A**hole," explains to readers how an Inc. 5000 entrepreneur was able to build her company into a tech empire without venture capital or insider connections - and why her story is especially important for other women to hear.

"Although women start businesses at more than twice the rate of men, fewer than 2% of female business owners ever make it to $1 million in annual revenue," she says. "We rarely hear from women with entrepreneurial dreams who succeed against all odds and create life-changing wealth. It's time that changed."

"Scaling with Soul" is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other major online booksellers.

To secure your copy of "Scaling with Soul," visit Sharon K. Gillenwater's Amazon author page here or visit the book's website http://www.scalingwithsoulbook.com.

For more tools on how to become a successful entrepreneur and plan a successful company exit, visit the author's website http://www.sharonkgillenwater.com.

About Legacy Launch Pad Publishing:

Legacy Launch Pad is the leading book publisher for entrepreneurs who want to build authority and leave a legacy. The company has published numerous Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling authors whose books have been featured on such shows as Today and Good Morning America as well as in publications like The New York Times and USA Today.

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

Building a company out of nothing and selling it for $25 million is a dream for many-but not for Sharon K. Gillenwater. Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is delighted to announce the release of "Scaling with Soul" (ISBN: 978-1964377001 [ebook]; 978-1964377018 [paperback]; 978-1964377025 [hardback]; 978-1964377032 [audiobook]), the author's debut memoir detailing her journey to success.

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

Empowering Women in Finance: Financial Women of San Francisco Announces Scholarship Winners

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names ten students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2024 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded over $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

FWSF's scholarship program aims to support and empower women pursuing careers in finance and accounting, industries historically dominated by men. By providing financial assistance and mentorship opportunities, the program seeks to break down barriers and foster a more inclusive environment for women in these fields.

"We are delighted to recognize the outstanding achievements and potential of these remarkable women," said Sue English Mazzetti, President of Financial Women of San Francisco. "Each of our scholarship winners has demonstrated not only academic excellence in finance and accounting, but also a deep passion for helping their communities. We are confident they will make significant contributions to the industry and serve as inspiring role models for future generations. And we are so grateful to our sponsors for helping to make these scholarships happen."

The FWSF scholarships - $10,000 for undergraduate and $15,000 for graduate students - support each recipient's educational goals. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients also receive mentorship from FWSF members and the opportunity to attend career development and networking events with an FWSF membership.

Each recipient is an academic and community leader whose goals align with FWSF's mission to empower and support women in finance. These ten inspiring winners will be honored at the FWSF Scholarship Awards Ceremony, coming up on June 6 in San Francisco. Financial Women of San Francisco congratulates the 2024 scholarship winners!

2024 Graduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Vira Aleksandrova - Santa Clara University

* Linyue (Evelyn) Chen - Stanford Graduate School of Business

* Ruth Mbanali - University of California, Berkeley

* Yvonne Mondragon - University of California, Berkeley

* Kavya Tiwari - University of San Francisco

2024 Undergraduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Angelica Mendoza Buncio - Saint Mary's College of California

* Morgan Newkirk - Dominican University of California

* Jouel Anyeng - St. Mary's University of California

* Kaitlyn Staats - Santa Clara University

* Sherlene Su - University of California, Berkeley

For more information about FWSF or to become a member, click here: https://financialwomensf.org/membership/

For more information please visit https://financialwomensf.org/ or follow the Financial Women of San Francisco on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

For over 60 years, Financial Women of San Francisco has sought to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area.

The organization's membership includes women in positions of influence within the financial services sector and women who hold senior level positions within non-finance companies, government agencies, and the non-profit sector. Members include CEOs, CFOs, corporate treasurers, CPAs, attorneys, commercial and private bankers, investment advisors, fund managers, securities analysts, administrators, financial planners, consultants, recruiters, and marketers.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names ten students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2024 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded over $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

Top Female Sports Executive, Lisa Pantages of the San Francisco Giants, Named FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Lisa Pantages as the FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Pantages is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the San Francisco Giants. FWSF is particularly excited to award the organization's highest honor to a female sports executive, a sector which FWSF has not previously recognized. When she assumed her role as CFO, Lisa became the first woman to ever hold the position at the Giants and one of just a few in all of Major League Baseball. The San Francisco Giants are one of the oldest and most successful teams in Major League Baseball history, with more wins than any team in the history of major American sports. Lisa is not only a lifelong San Francisco Giants fan, she is now in her 22nd season working in the Giants organization and was named its Chief Financial Officer in 2013.

In addition to her role as the CFO of the Giants organization, she also serves as the Treasurer of the Giants Community Fund, an organization dedicated to using baseball and softball to promote health, education, and character development to propel youth in underserved regions to be positive forces in their communities. Lisa has, throughout her career, dedicated herself to mentoring, advancing, and honoring others in the organizations in which she has worked. During her tenure at Deloitte, she created and led the creation of the career development function for its audit practice to support career advancement and growth of her colleagues. She also demonstrates her unwavering support of youth throughout the Bay Area in her work with the Giants Community Fund. Lisa's efforts in support of the next generation of leaders particularly resonates with FWSF which has, since 1985, been providing scholarships to San Francisco Bay Area women studying at colleges and universities across the Bay Area.

Lisa also shared her perspective on the importance of mentorship. "I've always had great mentors in my career at Deloitte and at the San Francisco Giants who were instrumental in my success. I believe that when you get good advice and guidance, it's your responsibility to pass it along. At Deloitte, I had the opportunity to help train, teach and influence women who would become leaders of the future. At the Giants, I've been able to continue mentoring and advising my colleagues as well as interns and college and high school students on their career paths and opportunities in Finance and related areas," she explained.

Sue English Mazzetti, FWSF's 2024 President and a Co-founder and Partner at Quorum Private Wealth, also shared her excitement regarding the FWSF's 2024 honoree, "Lisa Pantages' decades of providing leadership and mentorship to the Bay Area's financial community completely aligns to Financial Women of San Francisco's mission of paying it forward to the next generation of female leaders. Her exceptional professional success as a female leader in the Giants' organization, her passion for mentoring and supporting other women, and volunteerism as Treasurer of the Giants Community Fund, demonstrate Lisa's passion for lifting the community around her. We are thrilled to recognize Lisa's accomplishments by honoring her as our Financial Woman of the Year."

"I'm so thankful for this recognition from the Financial Women of San Francisco. I never expected to be able to combine my passion for Finance with my love of the game of baseball. It's certainly not something for which I ever expected to be honored. But this honor reinforces the importance of continuing to mentor and give back by paying it forward," Lisa said.

Former colleagues describe Lisa as a bundle of positive energy that absolutely lights up a room when she enters it. FWSF welcomes the Bay Area community to attend the celebration and luncheon honoring Lisa which will take place on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024. It will be a wonderful opportunity to gather to honor a leader who has quietly been supporting others and making a significant difference across our Bay Area community for many years. She might even share some of her amazing photographs of the Giants, her Mission Bay neighborhood walks, and other adventures with us.

The Financial Woman of the Year award was established in 1996 to celebrate the organization's 40th anniversary. Past FWSF Presidents Leslie Miller and Shelly Porges created the Financial Woman of the Year event with the triple purposes of raising funds for the FWSF's scholarship program, increasing awareness of FWSF, and honoring the careers of senior leaders in finance. Since then, it has provided a platform for high-achieving honorees to share their professional experience with others and to inspire other women in their own careers and ambitions. Lisa joins a distinguished list of former honorees including Teresa Bryce Bazemore, President and CEO of FHLBank of San Francisco, Nancy Pfund, Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners; Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton; Terri Kallsen, Chief Operating Officer at Wealth Enhancement Group; Heidi Roizen, Partner at Threshold Ventures; Robin Washington, former chief financial officer (CFO) of Gilead; Debbie Messemer, former managing partner of KPMG's Bay Area Market; Carrie Dolan, CFO of Kraken Digital Asset Exchange; Sarah Friar, CEO of Next Door and former CFO of Square; and Pat Yarrington, former CFO of Chevron.

About Lisa Pantages

Lisa Pantages has served as the Chief Financial Officer of the San Francisco Giants since 2013, overseeing the finances, long-term planning, banking and cash management, procurement, and office operations of the organization. She joined the franchise in 2003 as Vice President of Finance and Controller responsible for the daily financial and reporting operations of the club, the privately-owned ballpark, and its affiliated companies, including all general accounting activities, financial reporting, budgets, and payroll.

When Pantages assumed her role as CFO, she became the first woman to ever hold the position at the Giants and one of just a few and the first in all of Major League Baseball. Pantages' 37-year career in accounting, audit, and finance spans over many industries. She began her career with Deloitte & Touche where she spent 16 years in the Audit and Accounting Practice. During her more than two decades at Deloitte, she worked with public and private companies in banking, mutual funds, technology, and sports. She spent her last four years at Deloitte creating and leading a Career Development function for its audit practice in Northern California and Hawaii. Pantages was an integral part of the Deloitte team that assisted Giants Managing General Partner Peter Magowan and his investor group purchase the Giants and keep them in San Francisco. She also served as a volunteer on the Giants' "Yes on B" campaign to build the club's new ballpark at China Basin, reporting campaign finances.

The fourth generation San Francisco native earned both a bachelor's degree in business administration/accounting and an MBA in Finance from San Francisco State University. Pantages was a founding member of Momentum, the Giants women's employee resource group, and serves as a mentor and resource to many colleagues, especially other women in finance. She currently serves on the board of the Giants Community Fund as the Treasurer overseeing the financial operations of the Fund. Pantages previously served as the Audit Committee Chairperson at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito for 10 years.

About the San Francisco Giants

One of the oldest teams in Major League Baseball, the 141-year-old franchise moved to San Francisco from New York in 1958. After playing a total of 42 years in Seals Stadium and Candlestick Park, the team moved to the privately constructed, downtown ballpark on the corner of 3rd and King in 2000. The organization is widely recognized for its innovative business practices and baseball excellence having been named in the past decade the Sports Organization of the Year by Street & Smith's Sports Business Journal, Organization of the Year by Baseball America and ESPN's Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year. Oracle Park is also the only ballpark in the country to have earned Silver, Gold and Platinum LEED certification for an existing building.

Since opening its gates, Oracle Park has become internationally-renowned as a premier venue in the world of both sports and entertainment. On the diamond, more than 66 million spectators have witnessed countless magical moments, including three World Series Championships (2010, 2012 & 2014), the raising of four National League Pennants and eight playoff appearances. The ballpark has also hosted some of music's biggest acts, including Dead & Company, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé & Jay-Z, Ed Sheeran, the Rolling Stones, the Eagles, Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band, Green Day and Billy Joel.

About the Giants Community Fund

The Giants Community Fund uses baseball and softball to promote health, education and character development to propel youth in underserved regions to be positive forces in their communities. The Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors and sustained by contributions from individuals, businesses and foundations through a number of special partnerships and fundraisers. Through an extended program model, the Fund now serves 35,000 youth annually. Since its inception in 1991, the Fund has donated $44 million to community efforts.

For additional information on the Giants Community Fund, visit giantscommunityfund.org and follow on social media - X | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn.

About Financial Women of San Francisco

The Financial Women of San Francisco seeks to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to FWSF's professional organization focused on advancing women, since 1985, the FWSF Scholarship Fund (a 501(c)3 organization) has awarded more than $3.0 million in scholarship grants to more than 325 Bay Area women. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients are mentored by FWSF members, become members of the organization, and attend career development and networking events.

For more information, please visit http://financialwomensf.org/ or follow Financial Women of San Francisco on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Lisa Pantages as the FWSF 2024 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Pantages is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the San Francisco Giants. FWSF is particularly excited to award the organization's highest honor to a female sports executive, a sector which FWSF has not previously recognized.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

CDF Labor Law LLP Expands Firm Leadership, Elevates Six Women

IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- CDF Labor Law LLP is proud to announce the promotion of two attorneys to Partner and four to Senior Counsel, all of whom are talented women employment defense litigators. These promotions reflect our commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment that values and advances our team members' diverse skills and contributions. These individuals, part of our nearly 50-strong legal team, exemplify CDF's dedication to guiding and defending employers in California's complex labor and employment legal terrain.

"Each recently elevated attorney at CDF Labor Law LLP has consistently showcased exceptional legal acumen and an unwavering commitment to superior client service," stated Firm Managing Partner Marie DiSante. "In applauding these advancements, we reaffirm our firm's steadfast dedication to delivering top-tier talent to safeguard, defend and advocate for employers throughout California."

CDF New Partners (in alphabetical order by first name):

Desiree J. Ho (San Diego - Partner) has extensive experience across diverse industries and understands the vital role of tailored solutions for clients. She is well-versed in defending employers in wage and hour litigation, including PAGA and class actions, as well as single and multi-plaintiff lawsuits for discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and other employer-related claims. She advocates taking preemptive measures to best protect clients against wage and hour and other areas of exposure, works with clients to develop strong policies and practices, and guides businesses through difficult employment decisions. Desiree was named to the 2024 list of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America(R). She received her J.D. from UCLA School of Law in 2016.

Erin A. Owen (San Diego - Partner) prioritizes personalized service, crafting strategies aligned with client goals in both employment and business litigation. She is deeply committed to her client's well-being and synthesizes a deep understanding of their business, culture, and risk tolerance to best address their legal needs. Erin's employment litigation expertise spans class and PAGA wage and hour disputes, single and multi-party wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, among other claims, across diverse industries. In business litigation, she handles breach of contract, business torts, trade secret litigation, and shareholder / partner / principal disputes, showcasing knowledge of issues unique to businesses at different stages of their lifecycle. Her comprehensive experience includes counseling businesses planning for and in the transactions process, including managing litigation and its impact on a transaction critical to an organization. Erin graduated from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1996.

CDF New Senior Counsel (in alphabetical order by first name):

Candace R. DesBaillets (San Francisco - Senior Counsel) advises and defends employers, providing practical solutions to mitigate risks. With expertise in wage and hour compliance, termination risk assessment, family and medical leave, and disability accommodation, she handles litigation matters spanning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contracts, and employment-related torts. Candace has a diverse client portfolio across industries, such as technology, retail, food and beverage, construction, healthcare, and aerospace. Her experience includes representing employers in state and federal courts and before agencies like the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE. With a background in critical gender studies, she offers unique insights to help employers navigate California's dynamic legal landscape. Candance was named to the 2023 and 2024 lists of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America(R). She graduated from Berkeley School of Law in 2016.

Dalia Z. Khatib (Sacramento - Senior Counsel) defends California employers on a variety of issues, with a special emphasis on wage and hour class actions, as well as Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) litigation. She has successfully defended employers throughout all stages of litigation, including through trial. In addition to her legal acumen, Dalia's unique background includes helping manage a family-owned marketing and software development company. This hands-on experience managing a workforce has given her a unique perspective in her legal practice and a deep understanding of the challenges that businesses face, particularly in the dynamic landscape of California. This perspective allows Dalia to provide comprehensive guidance to employers on all employee-related issues, including termination, leaves of absence, wage and hour regulations, and compliance with California's privacy regulations impacting employers. Dalia was named to the 2024 list of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America(R). She graduated from Davis School of Law in 2018.

Linda Wang (Los Angeles - Senior Counsel) represents clients in diverse industries, including healthcare, food and beverage, manufacturing, and retail. Her practices focus on single-plaintiff FEHA claims, wage and hour disputes, and PAGA and class actions. Wang has also assisted clients in navigating the new California privacy laws (CFRA), including drafting workplace privacy policies. She has successfully defeated wage and hour class action, including obtaining a complete denial of class certification motion in favor of employer. Beyond litigation, she advises on workplace disputes, wage compliance, and privacy laws, showcasing a comprehensive approach to client needs. Fluent in Mandarin, Linda provides legal advice in Mandarin and offers pro bono support, demonstrating her commitment to accessibility and client well-being in the complex landscape of California labor law. Linda was named to the 2024 list of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America(R). She graduated from Irvine School of Law in 2017.

Tashayla "Shay" Billington (Sacramento - Senior Counsel) defends California companies against wage and hour class actions and single-plaintiff claims involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination, and employment-related torts. She also excels in strategic legal maneuvers, conducting thorough discovery processes, and handling motions, mediations, and arbitrations with a track record of success. She has notable experience in defending unfair labor practice charges and counseling both unionized and non-unionized employers on various aspects of labor relations. Committed to protecting businesses and ensuring compliance with California's dynamic employment laws, she also provides comprehensive legal representation with assertive and innovative strategies to navigate the complexities of the legal landscape. Shay was named to the 2023 and 2024 lists of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America(R). She graduated Order of the Coif and Order of the Barristers from McGeorge School of Law in 2015.

About CDF Labor Law LLP

For 30 years, CDF Labor Law LLP has distinguished itself as one of the top labor, employment and business immigration law firms in California, representing employers in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance. The firm has five offices throughout California - in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego.

For more information, visit: https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/ and find CDF on LinkedIn to learn more about how the firm protects California employers.

For access to timely alerts on the latest California labor and employment law developments, sign up for the firm's blog by visiting: https://www.CalLaborLaw.com/.

RELATED LINKS:

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/marie-disante

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/desiree-j-ho

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/erin-a.-owen

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/candace-r.-desbaillets

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/dalia-z-khatib

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/linda-wang

https://www.cdflaborlaw.com/attorneys/bio/tashayla-shay-billington

https://www.linkedin.com/company/cdflaborlaw/

CDF Labor Law LLP is proud to announce the promotion of two attorneys to Partner and four to Senior Counsel, all of whom are talented women employment defense litigators. These promotions reflect our commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment that values and advances our team members' diverse skills and contributions. These individuals, part of our nearly 50-strong legal team, exemplify CDF's dedication to guiding and defending employers in California's complex labor and employment legal terrain.

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

Nandita Bakhshi to Join Teresa Bryce Bazemore in Conversation at Financial Women of San Francisco’s Annual Event

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today announced that Nandita Bakhshi, Special Advisor and Board Member at BMO Financial Group and Former CEO of Bank of the West, will be the guest moderator as FWSF honors Teresa Bryce Bazemore, President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, at the 2023 Financial Woman of the Year luncheon in San Francisco, CA on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

As the FWSF announced earlier this year, Teresa Bryce Bazemore is being honored as the FWSF's 2023 Financial Woman of the Year. This honor culminates with this annual event at which Ms. Bazemore and Ms. Bakhshi will engage in a fireside chat to share their professional and personal journeys and leadership perspectives.

Nandita and Teresa are uniquely connected as two of the most admired, influential, and recognized women leaders in the nation. This event presents a significant and rare opportunity to hear directly from them both on a wide range of subjects, including their unique paths to achieving transformative business results while leading inclusively, equitably, sustainably, and with purpose.

The FWSF annual event featuring Nandita and Teresa's fireside chat will take place on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero in San Francisco, California. All proceeds benefit the FWSF's scholarship fund (a 501(c)3 nonprofit) which provides scholarships to graduate and undergraduate women studying finance and financial services. This next generation of financial leaders will also be a focus of this in-depth fireside chat, and many of the organization's current and past scholarship recipients will be in attendance.

More information about the FWSF annual event and sponsorship opportunities can be found on the FWSF website or by reaching out to info@financialwomensf.org

Learn more: https://financialwomensf.org/event-calendar#id=435&cid=1390&wid=1201

About Nandita Bakhshi:

Nandita Bakhshi rose through adversity as an immigrant and part-time bank teller to become one of few women CEOs of a major bank in the US. She has devoted her career to inclusive, transformational, and forward-looking leadership while consistently delivering operational excellence and tangible results.

As the CEO of Bank of the West, Nandita led a digital transformation that turned the company into one of the leading sustainable banks in the U.S. while improving profitability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, culminating in a successful acquisition by BMO Financial Group. Under Nandita's leadership, Bank of the West became one of the nation's best employers for women, diversity, and LGBTQ equality.

As a senior executive at major organizations including TD Bank, Bank of America, First Data and Washington Mutual, Nandita has spearheaded innovation in digital channels and mobile payments, while also strengthening compliance and reducing operational risk in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Nandita has been recognized as one of the most influential women in business in the San Francisco Bay Area and in the U.S. In 2021, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco appointed Nandita to represent the 12th District on the Federal Advisory Council. She serves on the Board of Directors of BMO Financial Corp; Grameen America; the Supervisory Board of The Clearing House; and the Board of Directors of the U.S. India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF). She is also a member of the Pacific Bankers Management Institute Board of Directors at the Pacific Coast Banking School (PCBS). Nandita holds a Master of Arts in international relations from Jadavpur University and a Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of Calcutta.

About Teresa Bryce Bazemore:

Teresa Bryce Bazemore joined FHLBank San Francisco as president and chief executive officer in March 2021. She is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of executive experience building and leading both mortgage insurance and services businesses. As president of Radian Guaranty from 2008 until 2017, she oversaw strategic planning, business development, and operations for the mortgage insurance business line. Prior to becoming president, she served as Radian's executive vice president, general counsel, corporate secretary, and chief risk officer.

Prior to Radian, Ms. Bazemore was senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary for Nexstar Financial Corporation and general counsel for the mortgage banking line of business at Bank of America. Ms. Bazemore served on FHLBank Pittsburgh's Board of Directors from 2017 to 2019. She currently serves as audit committee chair on the Boards of T. Rowe Price Funds and First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.

Professional appointments she has held include Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Economic Advisory Council, Fannie Mae National Advisory Council, and Consumer Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve. She has also received numerous honors, including the 2017 Trailblazer Award from The National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America, Smart CEO Magazine's Brava! Women Business Achievement Award, and a Distinguished Service Award from the Mortgage Bankers Association of America. In 2022, Ms. Bazemore was named one of Savoy magazine's 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America.

She received her B.A. from the University of Virginia and J.D. from Columbia University.

To learn more about Teresa Bryce Bazemore's incredible leadership and career, please visit: https://www.fhlbsf.com/about/leadership/leadership-team

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

The Financial Women of San Francisco seeks to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to the FWSF's professional organization focused on advancing women, since 1985, the FWSF Scholarship Fund (a 501(c)3 organization) has awarded more than $2.7 million in scholarship grants to more than 325 Bay Area women. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients are mentored by FWSF members, become members of the organization, and attend career development and networking events.

For more information, please visit https://financialwomensf.org/ follow Financial Women of San Francisco on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today announced that Nandita Bakhshi, Special Advisor and Board Member at BMO Financial Group and Former CEO of Bank of the West, will be the guest moderator as FWSF honors Teresa Bryce Bazemore, President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, at the 2023 Financial Woman of the Year luncheon in San Francisco, CA on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

Eleven Bay Area Women Win 2023 Financial Women of San Francisco Scholarships

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names eleven students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2023 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded more than $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

"We are so proud of this year's winners of our scholarships," says Denise Rigli, FWSF's 2023 President. "These accomplished women come from diverse backgrounds and have shown remarkable resilience and determination in their efforts to pursue their educational goals in finance and accounting. And we are grateful to our generous donors and supporters who have helped make this happen."

The FWSF scholarships - $10,000 for undergraduate and $15,000 for graduate students - support each recipient's educational goals. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients also receive mentorship from FWSF members and the opportunity to attend career development and networking events.

Each recipient is an academic and community leader whose goals align with FWSF's mission to empower and support women in finance. They have founded non-profits, led university clubs and organizations, and served on Boards. Along with a drive to excel in finance, they share a passion to uplift, inspire, and help others-especially women and minorities-by mentoring, volunteering, and supporting their peers and communities.

2023 Graduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Aditi Bagepalli - Santa Clara University

* Katherine Gruneisen - Stanford University

* Marwa Ibrahim - Dominican University of California

* Akansha Singh - The Wharton School

* Lisa Tran - San Jose State University

* Antonia Urovsky - University of San Francisco

2023 Undergraduate Scholarship Recipients:

* Snehal Chopra - Saint Mary's College of California

* Jasmin Krishna - California State University, East Bay

* Hiya Rakesh Shah- Stanford University

* Radha Singh - University of California, Berkeley

* Aliyah Sosa - Saint Mary's College of California

For more information about FWSF or to become a member, click here - https://financialwomensf.org/membership/

For more information please visit http://financialwomensf.org/ or follow the Financial Women of San Francisco on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

For over 60 years, Financial Women of San Francisco has sought to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area.

The organization's membership includes women in positions of influence within the financial services sector and women who hold senior level positions within non-finance companies, government agencies, and the non-profit sector. Members include CEOs, CFOs, corporate treasurers, CPAs, attorneys, commercial and private bankers, investment advisors, fund managers, securities analysts, administrators, financial planners, consultants, recruiters, and marketers.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated for more than 60 years to advancing the careers of women, names eleven students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2023 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded more than $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

Teresa Bryce Bazemore, Inspiring Leader of FHLBank San Francisco, Named FWSF Financial Woman of the Year 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Teresa Bryce Bazemore as the FWSF 2023 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Bazemore is the President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, whose mission is to provide its members with reliable access to low-cost liquidity, essential financial services and expertise, and resources for affordable housing and economic development. Teresa leads the cooperative FHLBank San Francisco in working with its member financial institutions to make the communities served more vibrant, equitable, and resilient.

Throughout her career, Teresa has been dedicated to strengthening communities and making a difference in people's lives. Early in her career, she served on a task force focused on increasing lending to low-to-moderate income people and people of color, an experience that sharpened her focus on expanding access to affordable housing and equitable homeownership opportunity. Teresa also encourages the next generation of leaders to explore career opportunities in the mortgage finance and affordable housing industries, because of how this work directly touches the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

Teresa also recognizes that her growth and career trajectory as a nationally recognized leader was influenced by many mentors and strong female role models. Teresa believes strongly in paying it forward and the FWSF shares Teresa's commitment to making an impact, to mentoring the next generation of leaders, and to advancing women. These are among the many reasons FWSF has named Teresa Bryce Bazemore its 2023 Financial Woman of the Year.

"I deeply appreciate being recognized by Financial Women of San Francisco, an organization that plays an important role in supporting women in my own organization as well as in the wider Bay Area financial services community," said Teresa Bryce Bazemore, president and CEO of FHLBank San Francisco. "It is an honor to be in the company of all the exceptional women leaders who have received this award in years past."

In addition to leading FHLBank San Francisco, Teresa serves on the Board of Directors of T. Rowe Price Funds and First Industrial Realty Trust. She has received many prestigious honors throughout her career. Most recently, during Women's History Month in March 2023 Teresa was highlighted as a "Woman Making History" for her work transcending barriers in the housing finance industry and creating a legacy for future generations. Teresa was named to Savoy magazine's 2022 list of Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America, which showcases executives, influencers, and achievers who demonstrate an exemplary record of accomplishments and influence while working to better their community and inspire others.

Denise Rigli, FWSF's 2023 President and a Partner at Armanino LLP, shared her excitement regarding this year's honoree, "As economic conditions continue to change and global events shape our financial environment, the world of lending can be a challenging one to navigate, especially for the low-to-moderate income community. It takes an outstanding leader to rise to these challenges and, through an unwavering commitment, make a positive impact on both people today and for generations to come. Teresa has focused her career on ensuring individuals and families have a place to call home and the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership. It is with great respect and admiration that we celebrate Teresa's outstanding accomplishments and honor her as this year's Financial Woman of the Year."

"At FHLBank San Francisco, we benefit as a business from building, nurturing, and leveraging a workforce that represents and reflects the wonderful diversity of the customers and communities we and our member financial institutions serve. The more diverse we are, the better we will be in the future," Bazemore says. "Women bring valuable perspectives to the table and while there has been progress in diversifying the financial sector, there is much work still to be done to achieve equitable representation at the C-level. I believe we have to be intentional about bringing more women into the industry and positioning them for success, which is why strong female role models, mentoring, educational and networking opportunities, and the scholarships that Financial Women of San Francisco provides are so important."

The Financial Woman of the Year award was established in 1996 to celebrate the organization's 40th anniversary. Past FWSF Presidents Leslie Miller and Shelly Porges created the Financial Woman of the Year event with the triple purpose of raising funds for FWSF's scholarship program, increasing awareness of FWSF, and honoring the careers of senior leaders in finance. Since then, it has provided a platform for high-achieving honorees to share their professional experience with others and to inspire other women in their own careers and ambitions. Teresa joins a distinguished list of former honorees including Nancy Pfund, Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners; Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton; Terri Kallsen, Chief Operating Officer at Wealth Enhancement Group; Heidi Roizen, Partner at Threshold Ventures; Robin Washington, former chief financial officer (CFO) of Gilead; Debbie Messemer, former managing partner of KPMG's Bay Area Market; Carrie Dolan, CFO of Kraken Digital Asset Exchange; Sarah Friar, CEO of Next Door and former CFO of Square; and Pat Yarrington, former CFO of Chevron.

About Teresa Bryce Bazemore:

Teresa Bryce Bazemore joined FHLBank San Francisco as president and chief executive officer in March 2021. She is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of executive experience building and leading both mortgage insurance and services businesses. As president of Radian Guaranty from 2008 until 2017, she oversaw strategic planning, business development, and operations for the mortgage insurance business line. Prior to becoming president, she served as Radian's executive vice president, general counsel, corporate secretary, and chief risk officer. Prior to Radian, Ms. Bazemore was senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary for Nexstar Financial Corporation and general counsel for the mortgage banking line of business at Bank of America. Ms. Bazemore served on FHLBank Pittsburgh's board of directors from 2017 to 2019. Professional appointments she has held include Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Economic Advisory Council, Fannie Mae National Advisory Council, and Consumer Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve. Bazemore received her B.A. from the University of Virginia and J.D. from Columbia University.

To learn more about Teresa Bryce Bazemore's incredible leadership and career, please visit: https://www.fhlbsf.com/about/leadership/leadership-team

About the Federal Home Loan Bank San Francisco:

The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources we provide to our member financial institutions-commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions-propel homeownership, expand access to quality housing, seed or sustain small businesses, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with our members and other partners, we are making the communities we serve more vibrant, equitable, and resilient. For more information about FHLBank San Francisco, please visit: https://www.fhlbsf.com/about.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

The Financial Women of San Francisco seeks to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to the FWSF's professional organization focused on advancing women, since 1985, the FWSF Scholarship Fund (a 501(c)3 organization) has awarded more than $2.7 million in scholarship grants to more than 325 Bay Area women. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients are mentored by FWSF members, become members of the organization, and attend career development and networking events.

For more information, please visit https://financialwomensf.org/ or follow Financial Women of San Francisco on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Teresa Bryce Bazemore as the FWSF 2023 Financial Woman of the Year. Ms. Bazemore is the President and CEO of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, whose mission is to provide its members with reliable access to low-cost liquidity, essential financial services and expertise, and resources for affordable housing and economic development.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier Now Accepting New Member Nominations and Applications for 2023-2024 Induction

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is now accepting new membership applications through May 31, 2023, with the aim of furthering its mission to support and nurture the next generation of women leaders in the food, fine beverage, and hospitality industries.

Prospective members may be nominated by existing LDEI-SF chapter members or may self-nominate by applying directly to the organization. Self-nomination was introduced as on option for the new member applications in order to foster a more equitable nomination process and to further the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

"The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier strives to propel and support women and diversity in positions of leadership across the many facets of the hospitality industry," said Frankie Whitman, First Vice President, and Membership Committee Chair, Les Dames d'Escoffier, SF Chapter. "Last year, LDEI-SF inducted ten new members to bring our chapter membership to over 130 strong of accomplished leaders in food, beverage, wine, hospitality, publishing, media, public relations, and agriculture. We are excited to welcome in a new cohort that will continue to propel our organization forward."

LDEI-SF is especially interested in applications from young, diverse candidates eager to actively contribute their time and talent to grow within the chapter. Active membership includes attending at least two member events per year and participating in the organization as a volunteer, committee member, chair, host of an event, or member of the Board of Directors.

To be considered, members must have at least five years of professional experience as a leader in the food and wine industries and have a commitment to and involvement in community service. Members must also agree to support Les Dames d'Escoffier's vision, basic values, and philanthropic missions of Scholarship, Business Development for women, and Fellowship.

To apply, applicants must secure a letter of recommendation from a current Dame of the San Francisco Chapter. If the self-nominating applicant who meets the membership criteria does not know a current member, one will be appointed to write a letter of recommendation and later act as their chapter liaison for the first year. For a complete list of requirements and to apply, please review the application page on the LDEI-SF website.

Completed applications will be accepted through May 31, 2023. The Membership Committee recommendation and the vote of the Board determine membership acceptance.

For questions regarding nominations or applications, please contact LDEI-SF Membership Chair Frankie Whitman at frankiewhitman@gmail.com.

About Les Dames d'Escoffier International:

LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the food, beverage, and hospitality fields. To do this, 2,500 members in 43 chapters worldwide provide leadership, educational opportunities, and philanthropy within their communities. For more information, visit LDEI.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @lesdamesintl and LinkedIn.

About Les Dames d'Escoffier International - San Francisco Chapter:

The San Francisco chapter of LDEI, founded in 1989, provides programs and philanthropy to support its members and nurture the next generation of culinary leaders. More information on the San Francisco chapter of LDEI can be accessed at lesdamessf.org. Follow our chapter activities on Instagram @lesdamessf and on Facebook.

The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is now accepting new membership applications through May 31, 2023, with the aim of furthering its mission to support and nurture the next generation of women leaders in the food, fine beverage, and hospitality industries.

Related link: https://lesdamessf.org/

Les Dames d’Escoffier San Francisco chapter Presents ‘New Frontiers in Meat and Dairy: Improving our Food System With Innovative Biotech’

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Next month, the San Francisco chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI) will host a virtual panel discussion titled New Frontiers in Meat & Dairy: Improving our Food System with Innovative Biotech, led by a visionary panel of female leaders from California-based companies that have pioneered exciting and delicious alternatives to conventional meat and dairy products.

The event will take place Friday, March 10 at 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. PST and forms part of LDEI's "Table Talks with Les Dames," a month-long online event series designed to celebrate the community of women in food, beverage, and hospitality.

Tickets are $25 and all are welcome to register at: https://lesdamessf.org/event-5137891

Attracting $3.1 billion in funding last year, the alternative protein industry is growing and evolving at an unprecedented rate. The virtual panel discussion, New Frontiers in Meat & Dairy, will present a new take on the future of food through systems and products-such as mycoprotein meat, cream cheese, ice cream, chicken and more-that are kinder to animals, the planet, and human health. Panelists Joanna Bromley, Co-founder and EVP for The Better Meat Co.; Nicki Briggs, VP at Perfect Day; and Amy Chen, COO at UPSIDE Foods will share their goals for making a positive impact on the environment and animal welfare, as well as present innovative new products for restaurant menus and store shelves.

"San Francisco and the greater Bay Area are home to many breakthrough food companies who will impact how food professionals and consumers think about, buy, and enjoy food today and in the future," said LDEI San Francisco Chapter President Pam Mazzola. "We're excited to spotlight these local companies and their global efforts to improve the culinary ecosystem."

"Table Talks with Les Dames" continues through the month of March, with additional online events including: cooking and baking demonstrations with accomplished chefs, interviews and panel discussions with authors, journalists, chefs, and restaurateurs, food and beverage tastings, and more.

The full calendar of events, hosted by LDEI chapters around the world, is available here - https://www.tabletalkslesdames.com/

A portion of the proceeds generated through this series will support the scholarship and philanthropy programs for each local chapter.

About Les Dames d'Escoffier International:

LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the food, beverage and hospitality fields. To do this, 2,500 members in 43 chapters worldwide provide leadership, educational opportunities and philanthropy within their communities.

For more information, visit https://ldei.org/ and follow us on Facebook, Instagram @lesdamesintl, LinkedIn and Twitter @lesdamesintl.

LDE - SF Chapter

The San Francisco chapter of LDEI, founded in 1989 is dedicated to providing programs and philanthropy to support its members and nurture the next generation of culinary leaders. More information on the San Francisco chapter of LDEI can be accessed at https://lesdamessf.org/. Follow our chapter activities on Facebook and Instagram @lesdamessf.

Next month, the San Francisco chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI) will host a virtual panel discussion titled New Frontiers in Meat & Dairy: Improving our Food System with Innovative Biotech, led by a visionary panel of female leaders from California-based companies that have pioneered exciting and delicious alternatives to conventional meat and dairy products.

Related link: https://lesdamessf.org/

San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier Announces 2022 Etoile d’Escoffier Culinary Scholarship Recipients

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is delighted to announce that five recipients have been awarded the Etoile d'Escoffier Culinary Scholarship in 2022. L'Etoile scholarships support outstanding female students and graduates in achieving their professional aspirations as they become the next leaders of the culinary industry. The scholarship and its recipients are a key part of LDEI-SF's mission of education, advocacy, and philanthropy.

The recipients will be honored during a fundraising reception at Nightbird restaurant in San Francisco on Monday, November 14, 2022 from 5:00-7:30 PM. The event is open to the public and tickets may be purchased in advance. Nightbird, named to the Top 100 Restaurants by the San Francisco Chronicle in 2019, is owned by James Beard Award-nominated and LDEI-SF chapter member Kim Alter, and the event will raise funds for future scholarships.

"It's our ambition to support and nurture the next generation of leaders in food and beverage through education, advocacy, and philanthropy," said Scholarship Committee Chair Chantal Martin of LDEI-SF. "The L'Etoile d'Escoffier Culinary Scholarship empowers future movers and makers in the culinary industry. We're proud to recognize this year's recipients and we raise a glass to their continued success."

The 2022 scholarship winners are all students or recent graduates of accredited culinary programs. Each of them is actively seeking professional experience in various culinary fields, as follows:

* Savannah Bundy, Laney College Baking & Pastry Program (seeking broadcast food programming or cookbook publishing experience)

* Jasmine Dillard, Treasure Island Job Corp Culinary Academy (seeking restaurant experience)

* Kannanuth Lert-ariyaphokhin, City College of San Francisco Culinary Arts Management and Food Service Management Programs (seeking catering business and pastry experience)

* Silvana Marincola, Laney College Culinary Arts Restaurant Management Program (seeking restaurant and bakery experience)

* Diana Zalvidar, Laney College Baking & Pastry Program (seeking chocolatier or patisserie experience)

Employers in the culinary industry are encouraged to contact Chantal Martin, Scholarship Committee Chair, with potential opportunities for the recipients at cmartin@peralta.edu.

About Les Dames d'Escoffier International:

LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the food, beverage and hospitality fields. To do this, 2,500 members in 43 chapters worldwide provide leadership, educational opportunities and philanthropy within their communities.

For more information, visit https://ldei.org/ and follow us on Facebook, Instagram @lesdamesintl, Linked-in and Twitter @lesdamesintl.

More information on The San Francisco chapter of LDEI can be accessed at https://lesdamessf.org/. Follow our chapter activities on Instagram @lesdamessf.

The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is delighted to announce that five recipients have been awarded the Etoile d'Escoffier Culinary Scholarship in 2022. L'Etoile scholarships support outstanding female students and graduates in achieving their professional aspirations as they become the next leaders of the culinary industry.

Related link: https://lesdamessf.org/

Vistage Recognizes Marie DiSante with 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award

IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- CDF Labor Law LLP (CDF) proudly congratulates Marie DiSante, Founding and Firm Managing Partner, for being named the recipient of the Vistage 2022 Orange County "Lifetime Achievement Award." Vistage is the world's largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. The "Lifetime Achievement Award" honors members with a track record of bold decisions benefiting their companies, communities and beyond, and who are an inspiration to their Vistage peers.

Marie co-founded CDF back in 1994 when law firm leaders primarily were men, and at that time she vowed to mentor and create leadership positions for women and diverse attorneys. Almost 30 years later, she has done just that. She has been at the helm of the firm since its inception, and she and her partners have grown CDF to five offices spanning the state, and from six to close to 50 attorneys (69% of whom are women or diverse attorneys).

Marie's transformative leadership has been instrumental in establishing CDF's thriving and diverse culture and laying a solid foundation for the next generation of leadership. She has been continually recognized for advancing and empowering women and diverse attorneys in the legal industry.

In addition to Marie's passion and focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, Marie has honed her business acumen through Vistage and leaned into collaboration, fast decision-making, and conservative financial management to lead the firm's growth and success. She has guided CDF through its expansion, the recession in 2009, and the recent global COVID pandemic. Her advice for new leaders is to remain nimble in any type of leadership role. Her adaptability and forwarding thinking led CDF to offer flexible work schedules before remote work became prevalent during the pandemic.

Marie's Management Tips:

* Pencil out what needs to be done and how much it will cost; then double it. Cash is king.

* Don't micromanage - give others power to make decisions and to implement them.

* Recognize your strengths and then surround yourself with others who have different strengths to complement yours.

Marie's leadership in the business community shapes her value-driven counsel to employers of all sizes - from start-ups to Fortune 500 enterprises. A big believer in empowerment, Marie now is focused on transitioning CDF leadership to the next generation. "When you support individuals and teams and give them the tools to succeed, it leads to the overall success of an organization," said Marie DiSante.

Don't just take Vistage's and CDF's word for it. Hear directly from Marie via the following video link as she answers the following questions:

1 - One accomplishment she is particularly proud of.

2 - A leader experience that makes her smile.

3 - What leadership philosophy inspires her.

4 - The lesson that has been most pivotal to her journey in the firm.

5 - One business trend that excites her.

Link to interview with Marie DiSante: https://vimeo.com/747382437/5d85c12ce0.

About CDF:

For close to 30 years, CDF Labor Law LLP has distinguished itself as one of the top labor, employment and immigration law firms in California, representing employers in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance. The firm has five offices throughout California - in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. For more information, visit: www.CDFLaborLaw.com and find CDF on LinkedIn or Twitter to learn more about how the firm protects California employers.

For access to timely alerts on the latest California labor and employment law developments, sign up for the firm's blog by visiting: https://www.CalLaborLaw.com.

About Vistage:

Vistage is the world's largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. For more than 60 years, they have been helping CEOs, business owners and key executives solve their greatest challenges through confidential peer groups and one-on-one coaching sessions. Today, more than 25,000 members in 25 countries rely on Vistage to help make better decisions for their companies, families, and communities.

CDF Labor Law LLP (CDF) proudly congratulates Marie DiSante, Founding and Firm Managing Partner, for being named the recipient of the Vistage 2022 Orange County "Lifetime Achievement Award." Vistage is the world's largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses.

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

iEmergent’s Laird Nossuli recognized by Mortgage Banker Magazine as 2022 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honoree

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced that CEO Laird Nossuli was recognized as a 2022 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honoree by Mortgage Banker Magazine. The annual award spotlights women who have made an indelible impact on the mortgage industry and are fostering the next generation of women leaders in housing finance.

Nossuli was recognized for leading the development of iEmergent's software, Mortgage MarketSmart, which helps mortgage lenders grow market share by identifying home lending opportunities within the communities they serve. With technology that accurately models and forecasts demographic, economic and housing market trends down to the neighborhood level, Nossuli has created the only tool that helps lenders understand the home financing needs of underserved, minority and emerging markets.

Nosulli's passion for housing equity, her ability to pinpoint opportunities to serve minority communities and her extensive collaboration with housing affordability workgroups have made her one of the industry's most sought-after speakers on serving diverse markets. Nossuli currently sits on two committees for CONVERGENCE Columbus, a cross-sector partnership led by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that is focused on increasing minority homeownership in Columbus, Ohio. She also partners with the MBA on CONVERGENCE initiatives in other cities.

"As a female CEO of a company founded on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, I get the opportunity to lead by example and, hopefully, empower more women to join the mortgage and fintech industries," Nossuli said. "I'm truly honored to be named as one of the 2022 Powerful Women of Banking and hope to continue the work of fostering a more inclusive industry that extends more wealth-building opportunities to minority borrowers."

The full list of 2022 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honorees can be viewed online in the October 2022 issue of Mortgage Banker Magazine.

About iEmergent:

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

iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced that CEO Laird Nossuli was recognized as a 2022 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honoree by Mortgage Banker Magazine. The annual award spotlights women who have made an indelible impact on the mortgage industry and are fostering the next generation of women leaders in housing finance.

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

Mortgage Women Magazine Names Natalie Arshakian as a 2022 Mortgage Star

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced today that National Mortgage Professional's Mortgage Women Magazine selected Natalie Arshakian, Senior Director and Head of Lock Desk Operations at MCT, to its annual 2022 Mortgage Star Awards.

This year's award recognizes 31 women who rise above the rest to do more for their clients, serve as better mentors, and are committed to making the industry more welcoming through both traditional and creative ways. Mortgage Women Magazine selected this year's Mortgage Stars by analyzing each individual's accomplishments, their philosophies, the way they support those around them, and how they inspire others to better themselves.

The class of women listed as 2022's Mortgage Stars shared their personal stories of their successes, experiences, advice, and solutions via the July 2022 Issue of Mortgage Women. Many of them started in entry-level positions and rose to prominent leadership roles, including Natalie Arshakian.

In a conversation with Mortgage Women Magazine, Arshakian shared that she hopes to lead by example, "so that women know that there is a spot for them at the table." Arshakian believes female mentors are critical to success, as they are "living proof that being a successful woman is achievable and that those who are driven should aim high."

Arshakian believes that initiative and self-motivation are the two most significant contributors to her success and encouraged women starting their careers in the mortgage industry to "find someone successful that you admire and ask how they got their start and what they did to become successful." Arshakian further emphasized that the significant change she'd like to see in the mortgage industry is more collaboration among secondary mortgage market leaders, investors, and technology platforms to enhance the user experience and offer more efficient processes industrywide.

Arshakian has over ten years of experience working in financial services and holds a B.A. in Political Science from UCLA. Arshakian's expertise lies in the areas of locking, pricing, data analysis, team leadership, mentoring, pipeline building, internal process creation, risk management, and auditing. Currently, she leads and mentors a team of over 40 analysts who provide services to over 65 clients that lock over $7 billion a month.

About MCT:

Founded in 2001, Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT) has grown from a boutique mortgage pipeline hedging firm into the industry's leading provider of fully integrated capital markets services and technology. MCT offers an array of best-in-class services and software covering mortgage pipeline hedging, best execution loan sales, outsourced lock desk solutions, MSR portfolio valuations, business intelligence analytics, mark to market services, and an award-winning comprehensive capital markets software platform called MCTlive!

MCT supports independent mortgage bankers, depositories, credit unions, warehouse lenders, and correspondent investors of all sizes. Headquartered in San Diego, California, MCT also has offices in Philadelphia, Healdsburg, and San Antonio. MCT is well known for its team of capital markets experts and senior traders who continue to provide the boutique-style hands-on engagement clients love. For more information, visit https://mct-trading.com/ or call (619) 543-5111.

About National Mortgage Professional:

National Mortgage Professional focuses exclusively on the mortgage industry. From daily news feeds to specialty newsletters, from magazines to webinars, from in-person events to Facebook Live interactions, National Mortgage Professional dominates the market for mortgage insight. Their publications - NMP, Mortgage Banker and Mortgage Women - have been must-read magazines for decades.

Mortgage Capital Trading (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced today that National Mortgage Professional's Mortgage Women Magazine selected Natalie Arshakian, Senior Director and Head of Lock Desk Operations at MCT, to its annual 2022 Mortgage Star Awards.

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

Galantines Day Gala Celebrates Success and Preps for National Growth: Sherri J. White Brings Together Women to Innovate and Inspire

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Inspired by remarkable women business leaders and innovators, entrepreneur Sherri J. White launched the Galentines Day Gala in 2021 to award and celebrate standout women across industries and professions. After witnessing nearly 50 percent year-over-year growth in 2022, Thinkzilla Consulting Group is announcing Women in Business nominations are now open for the 2023 Houston event.

White, a well-recognized business consultant and childcare guru, is also preparing to expand her event nationally, adding Women in Business awards and a special event in Houston in 2023.

"My goal has always been to raise women up and celebrate their outstanding accomplishments in the world of business, with the aim of becoming the 'Grammys' for women in business today," White said. "Launching a new program and awards show during a pandemic was a challenge to say the least, but the response has been phenomenal and we look forward to celebrating even more amazing women in both Atlanta and Houston next year."

The annual February Galentines Day Gala convenes women business leaders with an awards program and an educational program that share additional resources, support the economy and inspire others. The new Houston event, known as "The Take Off," will consist of a weekend of networking events combined with a luxury retreat, all designed to give attendees more time to connect.

"Our previous attendees shared interest in spending more time together, which inspired us to develop this one-of-a-kind weekend filled with everything from mixers to breakout sessions to brunch and luxury business engagements," White added. "The sky is truly the limit when it comes to recognizing and reveling in the accomplishments of women entrepreneurs today and we look forward to even more growth in the years to come."

Registration for 2023 events is also open at https://www.thegalentinesdaygala.com/registration.

About the Galentines Day Gala:

Founded in 2021 to celebrate outstanding women in business, the Galentines Day Gala and Women in Business awards recognize the best in women entrepreneurs. The awards events also incorporate education and economic impact. To learn more, submit a nomination or register for an upcoming event, please visit https://www.thegalentinesdaygala.com/

Inspired by remarkable women business leaders and innovators, entrepreneur Sherri J. White launched the Galentines Day Gala in 2021 to award and celebrate standout women across industries and professions. After witnessing nearly 50 percent year-over-year growth in 2022, Thinkzilla Consulting Group is announcing Women in Business nominations are now open for the 2023 Houston event.

Related link: https://thinkzillaconsulting.com/

Seventeen Bay Area Women Win Financial Women of San Francisco Scholarships

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated to advancing the careers of women for over 60 years, names seventeen students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2022 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded over $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

"We are proud to offer a record 17 women the scholarships they need to pursue their educational goals in finance and accounting," says Melissa Maquilan-Radic, FWSF's 2022 President. "And we are so grateful to our generous donors and supporters who have helped make this happen."

The FWSF scholarship grants-$10,000 for undergraduate and $15,000 for graduate students- support each recipient's educational goals. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients also receive opportunities to be mentored by FWSF members and attend career development and networking events. This year, FWSF awarded scholarships to more students than ever before.

Each recipient is an academic and community leader whose goals align with FWSF's mission to empower and support women in finance. All have a passion for finance and many act as mentors to other women and those from low-income communities, sharing financial literacy to help end the cycle of poverty.

From venture investing in women and minorities; to co-founding a non-profit that reduces financial disparities for low-income, first generation, and minority students; to social entrepreneurship; to community building and mentoring and hiring women in their organizations, these scholarship winners demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.

2022 GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:

Riddhi Bahadkar - University of San Francisco School of Management

Cheryl Campos - Stanford University

Shelly Clemenco - Dominican University

Gabriela Forter - Stanford University

Lisa Gonzalez - Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania

Katelyn Harris - Stanford University

Elizabeth Hernandez - Golden Gate University

Samina Hydery - Stanford University

Monique Malcolm-Hay - Stanford University

Zia McWilliams - University of California at Berkeley, Haas School of Business

Hannah Schlacter - Stanford University

Tabitha Shikuku - Holy Names University

2022 UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:

MaKenna Caldwell - St. Mary's College

Liya Gezae - California State University East Bay

Morgan Jacobsen - University of California at Berkeley

Amina Mamayeva - San Jose State University

Jia Yi Tan - University of San Francisco

For more information about FWSF or to become a member, click here: https://financialwomensf.org/membership/.

About Financial Women of San Francisco:

For over 60 years, Financial Women of San Francisco have sought to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area.

The organization's membership includes women in positions of influence within the financial services sector and women who hold senior level positions within non-finance companies, government agencies and the non-profit sector. Members include CEOs, CFOs, corporate treasurers, CPAs, attorneys, commercial and private bankers, investment advisors, fund managers, securities analysts, administrators, financial planners, consultants, recruiters and marketers.

For more information, please visit https://financialwomensf.org/.

Follow the Financial Women of San Francisco on:

Twitter - https://twitter.com/FinanceWomenSF

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FinancialWomenSF

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/financial-women-of-san-francisco/

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF), an organization dedicated to advancing the careers of women for over 60 years, names seventeen students from Bay Area colleges and universities as its 2022 scholarship recipients. FWSF has awarded over $3 million in scholarships over the past 35 years to more than 325 Bay Area women.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

Dream Big Darling Announces 2022 ‘FLOurish’ Program

PASO ROBLES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dream Big Darling and The Millinger Group today announced, "FLOurish 2022," a personalized assessment program for emerging women leaders in the wine and spirits industry. Qualified individuals are now invited to apply for one of 17 FLOurish scholarships that provide full-ride access to this innovative coaching and mentorship experience.

The FLOurish program was launched last year and proved to be an immediate success. "We saw amazing results in our first year of this innovative program," said Amanda Wittstrom-Higgins, founder of Dream Big Darling. "It was such a joy to see our scholarship participants come out of this experience with so much hope and momentum."

The FLOurish scholarships were created by Wittstrom-Higgins and Rona Millinger, founder and president of The Millinger Group. Millinger originally developed the FLOurish program in honor of her professional mentor, Florence Pramberger, a former human resources leader for Seagram's, Beam and Mast-Jägermeister-where she was known as the "FLOmeister."

"I believe that personalized coaching and development programs are one of the most effective ways to develop the leaders of tomorrow," Millinger said. "The FLOurish program not only accelerates professional success - it fosters personal growth in a way that's as personal and unique as each participant."

Scholarships Now Open:

A minimum of 17 full-ride scholarships to FLOurish 2022 are available, providing access to 10 virtual coaching and assessment sessions. The program kicks off on July 12 and concludes with graduation in February 2023.

Applications can be made here - https://dream-big-darling.hiringthing.com/job/418429/2022-flourish-scholarship-provided-by-millinger-group-dream-big-darling

A full program outline can be viewed here (PDF) - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ad90e1e55b02cd8a7a15216/t/62624357494cd44f4e74e901/1650606936650/2022+FLOurish+Timeline+%26+Program.pdf

The value of each scholarship is $4,000.

Applications are open to women in the wine and spirits industry who are eager to learn, grow and make meaningful contributions to the industry. Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2022.

The graduates of last year's inaugural FLOurish program speak to the profound impact of the experience.

"I learned so many things about myself as a professional and how to apply those attributes to better myself and my career," said Caitlin Burdick, one of last year's FLOurish graduates. "The tools and insights I learned and developed are extremely valuable and are things that I will carry with me for years to come."

Added Marlena Blitz, another graduate, "The FLOurish scholarship was an invaluable growth tool that will teach me for years to come. I was able to feel confident in my potential, refine my processes and identify areas to become a more formidable leader in the industry."

A Winning Team:

This year also marks the second year of Mast-Jägermeister US's six-year investment totaling $340,000 to support FLOurish, another mark of Florence Pramberger's enduring legacy. "Florence left us too early after a fight with cancer," Millinger said. "I want to continue giving what Florence no longer can: coaching, development and guidance for women looking to contribute and advance in their work and personal lives."

Added Wittstrom-Higgins, "I wish that I had access to a program like this when I began my career, which is why I'm so excited that Mast-Jägermeister stepped up in such a big way to help us mentor the next generation of leaders in our industry."

About Dream Big Darling:

Our mission is to engage, inspire and mentor the next generation of leaders in the wine and spirits industry. Visit https://dreambigdarling.org/.

About The Millinger Group:

The Millinger Group is a full-service woman-owned human resources consulting firm. Visit https://themillingergroup.com/.

Dream Big Darling and The Millinger Group today announced, "FLOurish 2022," a personalized assessment program for emerging women leaders in the wine and spirits industry. Qualified individuals are now invited to apply for one of 17 FLOurish scholarships that provide full-ride access to this innovative coaching and mentorship experience.

Related link: https://dreambigdarling.org/

Top Business Expert Dr. Velma Trayham Honored with Biden’s Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Honoring her remarkable leadership and service, Dr. Velma Trayham was recently awarded the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden. The annual awards honor a select few who "exhibit outstanding character, work ethic and dedication to their communities." Dr. Trayham is the CEO of Thinkzilla Consulting, one of the nation's fastest-growing diversity, equity and Inclusion consulting firms, and founder of the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, a leading nonprofit organization that addresses the barriers to economic mobility for women who have been systemically and historically underserved and excluded by providing entrepreneurial training and mentorship programming to help women minority women rise above poverty through empowered entrepreneurship.

The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award was presented during the Gathering of Queens Economic Empowerment event, hosted by the Millionaire Mastermind Academy in Houston to share new strategies and dynamic leadership principles for success. Recipients of the award must have completed a minimum of 4,000 hours of volunteer service.

According to presenter Dr. Verna Caddie, "Dr. Velma received The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for all of the hard work she does to help so many people change their lives, by ending poverty through entrepreneurship."

Dr. Trayham was honored with the award based on her career of supporting more than 8,000 women to excel in diverse small businesses while launching a $500,000 scholarship fund to move women out of poverty through entrepreneurial training and mentorships. Likewise, through Dr. Trayham's leadership, Thinkzilla has helped more than 200 prominent public and private organizations expand DEI initiatives, enjoy exponential growth and reach new audiences.

"I am passionate about breaking generational curses and equipping others to rise above poverty," added Dr. Trayham, who is recognized as one of the nation's top business experts and motivational speakers. "I am also incredibly fortunate to love the work I do, the people I work with and the communities we serve."

About Dr. Velma Trayham:

Dr. Velma Trayham is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, speaker and economic empowerment specialist who believes in the power of inclusive, equitable businesses to create community and spark change. The CEO of Thinkzilla Consulting Group, which brings greater awareness to initiatives that support underserved communities, Dr. Trayham also founded the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, which has mentored more than 5,000 minority women business owners in its first three years.

For more information, please visit https://www.velmatrayham.com/ or https://www.thinkzillaconsulting.com/

Honoring her remarkable leadership and service, Dr. Velma Trayham was recently awarded the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden. The annual awards honor a select few who "exhibit outstanding character, work ethic and dedication to their communities." Dr. Trayham is the CEO of Thinkzilla Consulting.

Related link: https://thinkzillaconsulting.com/

Nancy Pfund, Pioneering Leader in Impact Investing, Named FWSF Financial Woman of the Year 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Nancy Pfund, the Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners, as the FWSF 2022 Financial Woman of the Year. DBL Partners is one of the first venture capital firms to bring impact investing into the mainstream. Nancy and her colleagues launched DBL out of JP Morgan in 2008 after seeing increased momentum in the move to social and environmental impact. At DBL (standing for "Double Bottom Line"), Nancy and her team built a firm whose raison d'être is to foster investment with impact. The firm strives to optimize both financial return (First Bottom Line) and positive social impact, including social, environmental and economic benefits (Second Bottom Line) in the regions and sectors in which it invests. Nancy was an early investor in Tesla, SpaceX, SolarCity, and Pandora, among many others.

In addition to her innovation and leadership in building a clean energy future for the planet and putting social impact on the boardroom agenda, Nancy has consistently been an advocate for advancing the participation and leadership of women. Nancy firmly believes that the future will be brighter with a more diverse and representative workforce building it. FWSF shares Nancy's commitment to making an impact, increasing diversity, and advancing women-these are a few of the many reasons why Nancy is being honored by FWSF in 2022.

"Building my finance career in San Francisco over the years," says Nancy, "I have always been struck by the abundance of professional women who lead not only in their own fields, but in proactively helping other women advance in theirs. The Financial Women of San Francisco organization has played a key role in highlighting the importance and accomplishments of Bay Area women in finance, and I am honored to join the ranks of outstanding women who have won this award before me."

Melissa Maquilan Radic, the 2022 President of FWSF and Managing Director of Investor Relations & Capital Markets at IMPACT Community Capital, LLC is particularly excited about this year's honoree. "Nancy Pfund was a leader in the impact investing space long before this type of investing gained the widespread recognition it has today. She is a champion of social and environmental change, both personally and professionally, and is an inspiring role model for women who want to lead in the investment management or impact space. We are so proud to grant Nancy our highest honor and look forward to sharing her insights with the FWSF community."

"When I first started my impact investing journey, it was a lonely place to be," Nancy explained, "Undaunted, and determined to bring the worlds of finance, investment and social and environmental progress together, I relied on the support of early adopters willing to bet on me and on this new vision. Many of these early adopters were women, and women continue to lead in impact today. FWSF embodies the spirit of impact-and its benefits-by steadfastly lifting women up and passing the baton to younger women through its scholarship program that creates the next generation of financial women leaders."

The Financial Woman of the Year award was established in 1996 to celebrate the organization's 40th anniversary. Past FWSF Presidents Leslie Miller and Shelly Porges created the Financial Woman of the Year event with the triple purposes of raising funds for FWSF's scholarship program, increasing awareness of FWSF, and celebrating the careers of senior leaders in finance. Since then, it has provided a platform for high-achieving honorees to share their professional experience with others and to inspire other women in their own careers and ambitions. Nancy joins a distinguished list of former honorees including Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton, Terri Kallsen, Chief Operating Officer at Wealth Enhancement Group, Heidi Roizen, Partner at Threshold Ventures; Robin Washington, former chief financial officer (CFO) of Gilead; Debbie Messemer, former managing partner of KPMG's Bay Area Market; Carrie Dolan, CFO of Kraken Digital Asset Exchange; Sarah Friar, CEO of Next Door and former CFO of Square; and Pat Yarrington, former CFO of Chevron.

About Nancy Pfund

Nancy Pfund is the Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners and one of the world's pioneers in impact investing. Through Nancy's passion and leadership, DBL has revealed the power of venture capital to promote social change and environmental improvement. Nancy writes and speaks frequently on the field of impact investing, and she sponsors or sits on the boards of several companies, including; Farmers Business Network, The Muse, Zola Electric, Bellwether Coffee, Spatial, and, prior to their public offerings, Tesla, SolarCity and Pandora. Prior to founding DBL, Nancy was a Managing Director in Venture Capital at JPMorgan, having started her investment career at Hambrecht & Quist in 1984. Previously, Nancy worked at Intel Corporation, The State of California, Stanford University, and the Sierra Club. Nancy received her BA and MA in Anthropology from Stanford University and her MBA from the Yale School of Management.

In September 2020, Nancy was named to the Forbes Impact 50 List of the most notable impact investors. She is also a recipient of the Commonwealth Club 2018 Distinguished Citizen Award and the Earth Day Network 2018 Climate Visionary Award. She was featured as #17 in the 2014 Fortune Inaugural World's Top 25 Eco-Innovators and appeared in Fast Company's 2016 List of Most Creative People in Business.

To learn more about Nancy Pfund's incredible leadership and career, please visit: https://www.dbl.vc/people/nancy-pfund/

About DBL Partners

DBL Partners was formed with a "Double Bottom Line" investment strategy to invest in companies that can deliver top-tier venture capital returns (First Bottom Line), while working with companies to enable social, environmental, and economic improvement in the regions in which they operate (Second Bottom Line).

DBL Partners uses venture capital to accelerate innovation in a way that positively affects an organization's social impact, as well as its financial success. DBL strongly believes that these two drivers-positive social change and healthy financial performance-are inherently connected. DBL invests and helps nurture outstanding entrepreneurs and companies in Cleantech, Information Technology, Sustainable Products and Services and Healthcare.

For more information about DBL Partners, please visit: https://www.dbl.vc/

About Financial Women of San Francisco

The Financial Women of San Francisco seeks to advance the success of women in finance and financial services and to be a source of insight and inspiration to financial women executives and managers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to the FWSF's professional organization focused on advancing women, since 1985, the FWSF Scholarship Fund (a 501(c)(3) organization) has awarded more than $2.7 million in scholarship grants to more than 325 Bay Area women. Beyond financial support, FWSF scholarship recipients are mentored by FWSF members, become members of the organization, and attend career development and networking events.

For more information, please visit https://financialwomensf.org/ or follow Financial Women of San Francisco on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today named Nancy Pfund, the Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners, as the FWSF 2022 Financial Woman of the Year. DBL Partners is one of the first venture capital firms to bring impact investing into the mainstream. Nancy and her colleagues launched DBL out of JP Morgan in 2008 after seeing increased momentum in the move to social and environmental impact.

Related link: https://financialwomensf.org/

The Black Women Behind The World Games 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama

There is a reason Birmingham, AL is called The Magic City /ScoopCloud/ -- ome may say it's because of breathtaking, rust-stained Red Mountain that sits in the heart of the metro area. Or maybe it's the unique presence of coal, iron ore, and limestone in the soil that established the city's rich history of mining and steel production. But those who live there know the true magic in The Magic City is found in its people and the diversity, culture, and creativity they embody. The city's support for women and inclusion is why The World Games 2022 (TWG 2022) committee announced the selection of three exceptional black businesswomen - Kathy Boswell, Pam Cook, and Rashada LeRoy - to head the planning, promotion, and production of the international multi-sports event.

A decision that couples The Magic City with a little Black Girl Magic to bring in an estimated economic impact of $256 million.

Read Birmingham Time's article: "Meet The Most Prominent Team Behind The World Games 2022" - https://www.birminghamtimes.com/2022/03/meet-the-birmingham-dream-team-behind-the-world-games-2022/

Vice president of community relations for the Games, Kathy Boswell, oversees the recruitment of volunteers and spearheads several key programs; Pam Cook, director of multicultural marketing and community affairs for Coca-Cola UNITED's Central Region, is the chief marketing officer; and Rashada LeRoy, alongside her company LRY Media Group, is producing the opening and closing ceremonies and managing The World Games Plaza. Together, these women are building a foundation for leading and leveraging an event of this magnitude.

"Birmingham is rich in history and progressive in inclusiveness," said Cook. "Women, especially black women, are at the forefront of growth in the city. It's humbling to work alongside these very talented ladies who refuse to compete with one another for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We're ready to welcome the world to Birmingham."

The World Games 2022 (TWG 2022), an 11-day event, follows the Summer Olympic Games every four years. The 2022 event will mark the eleventh World Games and only the second time in history it is held on U.S. soil. In 1981, the first U.S. event took place in Santa Clara, CA. This year's Games will be held in Birmingham from July 7-17, where over 600 medals will be awarded to more than 3,500 elite athletes. Sports fans will convene in Alabama and experience the magic and southern hospitality Birmingham is known for.

For more information about The World Games 2022, visit https://twg2022.com/thegames/.

Twitter @TWG2022

The city's support for women and inclusion is why The World Games 2022 (TWG 2022) committee announced the selection of three exceptional black businesswomen - Kathy Boswell, Pam Cook, and Rashada LeRoy - to head the planning, promotion, and production of the international multi-sports event.

Related link: https://twg2022.com/

Stacy Mayer’s Book Reveals How Powerhouse Corporate Women Get Promoted to The Executive Suite

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- In 2018, less than 10% of senior executives at the world's largest Fortune 500 companies were women. But it wasn't from lack of trying. Women were becoming better managers, but still weren't getting promoted to executive leadership positions. Stacy Mayer took on this problem as a personal challenge. She vowed to change the way organizations did business from the C-Suite out and she set about doing it, one executive-level promotion at a time.

To achieve her goal, the number of women promoted to the executive suite each year needed to double. It seemed like an impossible challenge. With so many systemic factors at play, how could she tackle this gigantic global challenge and disrupt the status quo?

Stacy knew there was only one way to bring more diversity to the leadership table: more women needed to get themselves promoted. But first, she needed to figure out what was really standing in their way and what they could do about it.

"These are powerful corporate leaders who are otherwise successful, but their pay didn't match their titles. They didn't have a proper voice at the table. That didn't sit well with me," says Mayer.

THE REAL REASON WOMEN AREN'T GETTING PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

Stacy uncovered the real reason women didn't receive the promotions that matched their capabilities. They were too good at their job.

Instead of focusing on letting their work speak for itself, powerhouse women needed to take ownership of their promotion process, take steps to pioneer their next promotion and stop waiting for their boss's approval or next performance review.

Stacy says that your organization shouldn't dictate your next promotion - you should. "A promotion is not a reward for your hard work. Corporate leaders need to understand that the right time and the right place aren't something that just happens to you. It is something that you create. You don't need to wait for your next performance review to get promoted. You can take the steps to get yourself set up now."

HOW DO POWERHOUSE WOMEN GET PROMOTED TO THE EXECUTIVE SUITE?

Stacy's alternative approach to executive coaching got her clients big results right out of the gate. Within six months of implementing her new strategies, three of Stacy's clients got promoted into C-Suite positions.

How did she do it? She ignores traditional executive coaching and takes a non-conventional approach to women's leadership. She gives controversial advice like "Stop doing what you're good at" and "If you really want a promotion, don't focus on your boss".

Stacy tested her theories in her flagship executive coaching intensive "Executive Ahead Of Time."

And led women to achieve executive level promotions at prestigious companies like Facebook, Intel, Home Depot, Comcast, Nike, and more. Approximately one hundred women (and counting) landed or set themselves up for their next promotion. 25% of her clients received skip-level or double promotions within six months. And after their promotions, women exceeded their company's expectations of what's possible in their new executive level roles.

She adds, "I want powerhouse corporate women to realize that their organization needs them more in the C-Suite than they need them. No kudos, thank you. Show me the money!"

HOW DO YOU DOUBLE THE NUMBER OF WOMEN PROMOTED TO THE C-SUITE EACH YEAR?

Stacy knew that in order to double the number of women promoted to the C-Suite, she needed to reach women worldwide, faster. And so she wrote the bestselling book "Promotions Made Easy."

Her book turns the confusing process of executive promotions into a clear step-by-step guide. It shows women how to get their first promotion into a leadership position and to keep the promotions and success coming.

She adds, "The steps outlined in my book will get you promoted."

The instant bestseller is helping women get promoted to the executive suite, have success once they get there, and receive the pay to match.

"Women are the new definition of power in leadership. And they don't need to wait for anyone."

As Heather P says on Stacy's Amazon reviews, "It works! I received a title and salary boost. And the promotions kept coming!"

Stacy's book is changing the way organizations do business from the C-Suite out. And she's only just begun.

"Promotions Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Executive Suite" is endorsed by:

* John Gray: bestselling relationship author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.

* Trudy Bourgeois: Author of "Equality" and CEO of The Center for Workforce Excellence.

* Minette Norman: inclusive leadership consultant and the former Vice President of Engineering at Autodesk.

* Scott Jeffrey Miller: Senior Advisor for Thought Leadership at Franklin Covey and host of the world's largest leadership podcast, On Leadership.

* Eleanor Beaton: CEO of SAFI Media

Forbes wrote an article about the book and rave reviews continue to pour in.

For more on Stacy Mayer, visit: https://stacymayer.com/book

To purchase her book, "Promotions Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Executive Suite" (ISBN: 978-1544525228), visit: https://geni.us/PromotionsMadeEasy

In 2018, less than 10% of senior executives at the world's largest Fortune 500 companies were women. But it wasn't from lack of trying. Women were becoming better managers, but still weren't getting promoted to executive leadership positions. Stacy Mayer took on this problem as a personal challenge. She vowed to change the way organizations did business from the C-Suite out and she set about doing it, one executive-level promotion at a time.

Related link: https://stacymayer.com/

The New York Milk Bank Announces Appointment of New Executive Director, Linda Harelick, MBA, DrPH

VALHALLA, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The New York Milk Bank (NYMB), founded six years ago, today announced the appointment of its new Executive Director, Linda Harelick, MBA, DrPH. Established in 2016, NYMB was founded by Julie Bouchet-Horwitz, NP and four other dedicated women with the purpose of providing life-saving donor human milk for premature and sick infants. Since its inception, through the generosity of milk donors, NYMB has dispensed nearly 1,000,000 ounces of pasteurized donor human milk to hospitals for infants throughout the tri-state area. In addition to hospitals, NYMB has also been able to provide for full-term healthy infants without access to their own mother's breast milk.

"Given our tremendous growth over the past five years and the increasing demand for donor human milk, we are ready to take the organization to the next level and pass the baton to Dr. Linda Harelick. She comes to us with a wealth of experience from both the private and non-profit sectors. Her passion, background, and knowledge will be a tremendous asset to NYMB," stated Bouchet-Horwitz.

Bouchet-Horwitz will remain the President of the NYMB Board of Directors as well as the Tissue Bank Director in order to continue the milk bank's vision and purpose, while returning to her private breastfeeding practice full time.

Harelick's interest in social impact stems from her early work as a registered dietitian seeing first-hand how environmental, cultural, and societal factors influenced one's health. With ambitions to transition to management, she received an MBA from Columbia Business School. This led to a career at Kraft Foods, overseeing strategic planning and marketing for Maxwell House Coffee and Post Cereal, culminating in leading Global Consumer Services. With a desire to return to the work of health promotion, she received a doctorate in public health from New York Medical College and became director of operations and communications at ChildObesity180 at Tufts University. Here she combined her management expertise with public health knowledge to accelerate the transformation of a start-up nonprofit to a leading organization in childhood obesity prevention. Continuing her focus on improving health outcomes of children and families, she moved to Harlem Children's Zone, where she was charged with replicating the successful Healthy Harlem program in multiple communities throughout the country.

"I am beyond excited and honored for the opportunity to lead such an important organization as The New York Milk Bank. My career spans several sectors and by blending my public health knowledge and my business expertise, the already impressive growth that the milk bank has achieved will be accelerated. I look forward to engaging with staff, donors, the board, and volunteers to ensure that infants in need receive safely pasteurized donor human milk and are able to reach their full potential," remarked Linda.

ABOUT THE NEW YORK MILK BANK

The New York Milk Bank (NYMB) is a non-profit organization that collects extra breast milk from healthy lactating women. The milk is then pasteurized and distributed to babies in need throughout the Tri-State area. Since opening in 2016, NYMB has screened over 4500 donors and distributed nearly 1,000,000 ounces of donor milk. NYMB is dedicated to improving the health and survival of infants in need by ensuring the quality and availability of pasteurized donor human milk if mother's own milk is unavailable or insufficient. We are committed to reducing health disparities by advocating for the use and reimbursement of donor milk.

While most mothers of newborns produce enough milk, mothers of premature and sick infants often have difficulty providing adequate amounts of milk. The use of pasteurized donor human milk from mothers who produce more than is needed for their own children is recommended by the World Health Organization, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Surgeon General, and the NYS Commissioner of Health.

Learn more at: https://www.nymilkbank.org/

The New York Milk Bank (NYMB), founded six years ago, today announced the appointment of its new Executive Director, Linda Harelick, MBA, DrPH. The New York Milk Bank (NYMB) is a non-profit organization that collects extra breast milk from healthy lactating women. The milk is then pasteurized and distributed to babies in need throughout the Tri-State area.

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

Mortgage Professional America Honors Lori Johnson of DocMagic with 2021 Elite Women in Mortgage Award

TORRANCE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that its director of client services, Lori Johnson, has received the 2021 Elite Women in Mortgage award from Mortgage Professional America (MPA).

Now in its fifth year, MPA's Elite Women award celebrates the outstanding achievements of women that work in the mortgage industry. MPA created the award to recognize the exceptional work of women whose efforts and contributions are paving the way for future generations. The award largely looks back at recent accomplishments that are having a positive effect on the mortgage industry.

"Being recognized alongside other accomplished females that are doing exceptional things for the industry is a huge honor for me," stated Johnson. "For years, the outstanding team I work with at DocMagic has been moving mountains to help lenders, settlement providers, investors, and other relevant parties automate manual workflows and remove paper from antiquated processes. I thank the judges at MPA for their research and the hard work of my entire team for making this accolade a reality."

MPA's judges were impressed with Lori's roll-up-your-sleeves leadership style that places the company and customer first, making excellence in service her primary focus. She works passionately and tirelessly to ensure that complex and precision-based eClosing and digital mortgage technology implementations are executed flawlessly, delivering a level of customer satisfaction that lenders and partners rave about.

In particular, Lori is credited with helping DocMagic's lender clients achieve a huge uptick in growth - via eClosing technology. First, the remote implementation model she oversaw was wildly successful in helping lenders clients to go live without disruption to operations during and after the pandemic.

Second, she successfully transitioned her entire team virtually overnight to a work-from-home (WFH) environment where they were able to execute tasks just as effectively as when they were at DocMagic's headquarters.

Of note is that Lori's efforts helped DocMagic land on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list, with a 67 percent three-year growth rate from 2017 to 2020. More and more lenders in the mortgage industry are now seeing the immense value of automating the closing process from start to finish. This has helped tremendously with adoption of this component of the digital mortgage workflow --- fully paperless closings.

DocMagic will close 2021 out with another banner year in sales, new client implementations, solution enhancements, seamless integrations, and more. Company officials say 2022 will be another strong year for technology innovation in the mortgage industry.

About DocMagic:

DocMagic, Inc. is the leading provider of fully compliant document generation, automated compliance, eSignature and comprehensive eMortgage solutions for the mortgage industry. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Torrance, Calif., DocMagic, Inc. develops award-winning software, mobile apps, and web-based systems for the production and delivery of compliant loan document packages. The company's solutions connect industry participants, promote collaboration, and ensure data integrity to execute precision-based digital lending transactions. 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 https://www.docmagic.com/.

DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that its director of client services, Lori Johnson, has received the 2021 Elite Women in Mortgage award from Mortgage Professional America (MPA).

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

Dawn Taylor, former President of Centricity, has joined After, Inc. as Chief Revenue Officer

NORWALK, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- After, Inc., the global leader in Warranty Services since 2005, just announced that Dawn Taylor will be joining the company as Chief Revenue Officer. Dawn brings more than 27 years of warranty and service contract experience, serving as President of Centricity for the last 9 years. Her background and experience will be instrumental in leading the expansion of After, Inc.'s Warranty Services business, and its newly launched QuickSuite Platform.

"I have had the pleasure of working with the After, Inc. team for many years and have been an admirer of their innovative products," said Dawn. "I am looking forward to joining a great team and continuing to grow and expand our offerings in the market."

In 2016, Dawn was named a Finalist for the Tampa Bay Business Journal's "Businesswoman of the Year" Award. She's also won a Bronze Stevie Award for "Female Executive of the Year in Consumer Services" and in 2019 was recognized as one of Dealerscope's most Powerful Women in Consumer Technology.

"I couldn't be more thrilled that Dawn agreed to join After, Inc. at this stage of our development," said Nate Baldwin, CEO of After, Inc. "Not only does Dawn know the warranty and service contract market inside and out, but her business acumen will help us drive new subscribers for our new QuickSuite(r) portfolio of products."

About After, Inc.

After, Inc. (afterinc.com) is a pioneer in the Warranty Services industry. Since 2005, After, Inc. has been partnering with some of the world's top brands to help transform their warranty businesses, driving customer satisfaction post-purchase, higher product reliability, deeper brand equity and additional revenue and profit opportunities. After just recently launched its SaaS platform, QuickSuite, with a portfolio of products to help manufacturers, retailers, and ecommerce sellers build deeper relationships with their customers and drive customer satisfaction, loyalty, and lifetime revenue after the point of sale.

Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn. and with offices in New York City, After, Inc. is part of Galway Holdings Group, a financial services distribution company. It includes EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants and a diversified brokerage distribution and underwriting platform, with a focus towards data analytics, technology transformation, and innovative risk sharing solutions.

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

After, Inc., the global leader in Warranty Services since 2005, just announced that Dawn Taylor will be joining the company as Chief Revenue Officer. Dawn brings more than 27 years of warranty and service contract experience, serving as President of Centricity for the last 9 years. Her background and experience will be instrumental in leading the expansion of After, Inc.'s Warranty Services business, and its newly launched QuickSuite Platform.

Related link: http://afterinc.com/

SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates honored by HousingWire for outstanding leadership in mortgage technology

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that its CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates was selected as a winner of HousingWire's 2021 HW Vanguard award. The HW Vanguard award recognizes the top 50 housing executives who have made an impact on the housing industry at large.

An industry veteran of more than 35 years, Schreiner Gates was named president of SimpleNexus in September 2020 and took her place as CEO in June of this year. Schreiner Gates was recognized by HousingWire for her strategic leadership of the industry-leading SimpleNexus homeownership platform, which empowers 300 mortgage lenders to "do more" by connecting its 40,000 active LO users with more than 4.5 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners. In January of this year Schreiner Gates saw the company through a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture-capital and private-equity firm Insight Partners and TVC Capital.

"It is a great honor to have been selected as a HW Vanguard this year," said Schreiner Gates. "I must share the credit with my outstanding team. Without their hard work and expertise SimpleNexus could never achieve such outstanding growth and success."

Schreiner Gates was also recognized for her role in the rapid rollout of Nexus Closing™, a single-platform solution allowing lenders to deliver a memorably modern closing experience complete with integrated remote online notarization (RON) and eSigning.

"We are proud to recognize the 2021 Vanguard winners, who represent the industry's most impressive leaders. They are leading through an incredible time for those in the housing market - whether real estate, mortgage or fintech - and driving one of the largest sectors of our economy," said HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler.

The HW Vanguard awards are given to housing industry leaders who have led their companies to new heights by delivering innovative products, services and initiatives designed to improve the U.S. housing or real estate economies. Winners of the award have made a tangible impact by serving the industry and improving its standards. For a full list of winners, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

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

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that its CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates was selected as a winner of HousingWire's 2021 HW Vanguard award. The HW Vanguard award recognizes the top 50 housing executives who have made an impact on the housing industry at large.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Legacy Launch Pad Publishing releases business book for female entrepreneurs by angel investor Mimi Maclean

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is releasing the first book by angel investor, CPA, Columbia Business School alumni, non-profit founder and podcaster Mimi MacLean. "How to Be a Badass Female CEO: Slay the Competition and Reach the Top" (ISBN: 978-1951407681) is designed to help women succeed in male-dominated roles, whether that means founding a company, getting venture funding or working their way to CEO. MacLean seamlessly weaves her personal experiences as a high-powered investment banker, former buyer at Bloomingdale's, angel investor, founder of three companies and mother of five into this guide for the female CEOs of tomorrow.

She offers sage advice, unabashedly shares her mistakes along the way and asks useful questions that will serve as a guidebook on building a successful company from the ground up regardless of the industry. Adding supplemental wisdom and anecdotes from the high-powered women she interviews on her top-rated podcast, The Badass CEO, MacLean has created the ideal roadmap for women who want to follow in her stead and pave their own way to success.

"As a female founder, I'm incredibly proud to be involved with a book that will empower so many women," says publisher Anna David. "Mimi is a superwoman and while we may not all be able to accomplish as much as she does, we can at least learn how she does it with this book."

MacLean's mission with "How to Be a Badass Female CEO" is as ambitious as her other goals. "I want to see women smash sales goals year after year, taking their ingenious inventions and gorgeous designs into markets all around the globe," she says. "I want to see women who start out as entry-level assistants end up at the head of the boardroom table, remaking the image of the CEO into one that's fierce, feminine and running things on her own terms."

"How to Be a Badass Female CEO: Slay the Competition and Reach the Top" is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, among many other outlets.

To learn more visit: https://mimimaclean.com/

About Legacy Launch Pad Publishing:

A boutique publishing company primarily for entrepreneurs who are the leaders in their field, Launch Pad has published authors from the entertainment world, including TV newscasters and reality stars, as well as government sales experts, sports agents, coaches, non-profit founders and more.

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT
Kaitlin Anthony
kaitlin@launchpadpub.com

MULTIMEDIA:

*PHOTO link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/21-0907s2p-llp-badafemceo-300dpi.jpg

Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is releasing the first book by angel investor, CPA, Columbia Business School alumni, non-profit founder and podcaster Mimi MacLean. "How to Be a Badass Female CEO: Slay the Competition and Reach the Top" (ISBN: 978-1951407681) is designed to help women succeed in male-dominated roles.

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

Promontory MortgagePath’s Debora Aydelotte and Louann Bernstone Named 2021 NEXT Powerhouse Partners

DANBURY, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Leading digital mortgage and fulfillment solutions provider Promontory MortgagePath LLC announced Chief Operating Officer Debora Aydelotte and Managing Director and Head of Vendor Management Louann Bernstone have been selected as NEXT Powerhouse Partners.

The #NEXTPowerhouse Partner awards program honors female powerhouses at the intersection of the mortgage and technology industries.

"Promontory MortgagePath must have the highest quality team members in order to deliver the technology and scalability community lenders need to compete," said Promontory MortgagePath Founder and CEO Gene Ludwig. "Debora Aydelotte and Louann Bernstone are perfect examples of our best-in-class team. They are incredible leaders who we depend on day in and day out. We are extremely proud of their accomplishments and appreciate that NEXT recognized their talent."

Aydelotte's passion for mentorship and commitment to employee success caught the attention of NEXT. Under her leadership, Promontory MortgagePath has grown tremendously from both a product and personnel perspective while blazing a trail for diversity and inclusion in the organization's leadership team. In the past 12 months, Aydelotte has overseen the Transform product launch, kicked off Promontory MortgagePath's initiative to help community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and minority-owned depositories (MDIs) expand mortgage credit access, and overseen the successful implementation of its first MDI, Industrial Bank, and the onboarding of two MDIs.

Bernstone was recognized for her efforts in curating and managing Promontory MortgagePath's tech stack, which includes all vendor onboarding and oversight to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and minimize vendor risk, leading due diligence efforts and ensuring all third parties are performing at optimal levels.

Thanks to Promontory MortgagePath's tech stack, community lenders utilizing Promontory MortgagePath's Borrower Wallet® point-of-sale technology and mortgage fulfillment services have experienced a 75% increase in the average number of loan applications taken per month, with month-over-month increases reaching as high as 255%. In addition, the application pull-through rate for Promontory MortgagePath's clients is 86%, demonstrating the overall quality of initial loan applications.

The full list of NEXT Powerhouse partners and award honorees can be viewed at https://nextmortgagenews.com/2021-next-powerhouse-award-winners/.

About Promontory MortgagePath LLC | NMLS ID 1532373

Promontory MortgagePath is a fast-growing team of passionate problem solvers on a mission to fundamentally change the way lenders approach their mortgage business. The company combines an intuitive, collaborative digital mortgage platform with modern, comprehensive fulfillment services, giving lenders the progressive technology and scalability required to profitably compete in today's rapidly changing residential mortgage market. Promontory MortgagePath's founder, former U.S. Comptroller of the Currency Gene Ludwig, is widely recognized as a visionary thinker on the critical issues confronting financial services, and his companies are renowned for helping community lenders resolve their most pressing challenges. To learn more, visit https://www.mortgagepath.com.

Leading digital mortgage and fulfillment solutions provider Promontory MortgagePath LLC announced Chief Operating Officer Debora Aydelotte and Managing Director and Head of Vendor Management Louann Bernstone have been selected as NEXT Powerhouse Partners.

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

SimpleNexus Director of Sales Engineering Tracy Farber selected as NEXT 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Tracy Farber, director of sales engineering, has been named a 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner by Next Mortgage Events (NEXT).

NEXT's Powerhouse Awards program honors female dynamos bringing positive change to the intersection of mortgage and technology. Farber was recognized in the award's partner category for her uncanny achievements over the last 12 months, including conducting more than 600 product demos of the SimpleNexus homeownership platform resulting in a 92% increase in license seats and a 432% increase in product upsells. Farber dedicates hours each week to developing customized demos that show lenders how SimpleNexus can adapt to their unique workflows and be configured to address specific challenges.

"Tracy's ability to build genuine partnerships and get to the root of the problems lenders face is unmatched," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "Her dedication to moving this industry forward shows in everything she does. She is extremely deserving of this recognition."

To learn more about the awards program and view the full list of NEXT Powerhouse partners and honorees, visit https://www.nextmortgagenews.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

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

Twitter: @SimpleNexus @NEXTMtgEvents #NEXTpowerhouse #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Tracy Farber, director of sales engineering, has been named a 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner by Next Mortgage Events (NEXT).

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Housing Finance Strategies Announces #HousingDC21

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that the firm will host a 100% virtual housing summit on September 20-21, 2021.

"With focus today, we set our sights on delivering the nation's premier housing policy conference next fall. The event will include a robust discussion on the Biden Administration's housing agenda," said Faith Schwartz.

In planning #HousingDC21, and to ensure quality content and focus, Housing Finance Strategies has enlisted the venerable Washington, DC trade association Women in Housing & Finance (WHF) as a key sponsor and the related Women in Housing & Finance Foundation (WHFF) as a benefactor.

Suzanne Garwood, President of WHFF, commented on the opportunity to join Housing Finance Strategies in offering #HousingDC21: "Aligning with Housing Finance Strategies promotes opportunities for women in mortgage and supports our philanthropic mission."

Schwartz has a lengthy pedigree in putting together housing symposiums, think-tank lectures and national conferences and is a leading executive and sought-after speaker. Sponsors to-date of #HousingDC21 include FormFree, Caliber Home Loans, Freedom Mortgage, Black Knight Financial Services, First American Financial Solutions, Genworth, RiskSpan, Class Valuation, Mortgage Connect, USMI and ReverseVision.

Fintech innovator and direct-source data pioneer Brent Chandler, CEO of FormFree, said of #HousingDC21: "Faith Schwartz is an industry stalwart whose leadership has seen us through challenging markets and whose focus on mortgage modernization is helping chart a course for the future. We can't wait for #HousingDC21, and I encourage my peers to take advantage of complimentary registration and save their seats now."

With a focus on women executives in housing finance - but open to all who wish to attend, registration is now available by clicking here: https://www.housingdc21.com/

About Housing Finance Strategies

Housing Finance Strategies was established by Faith Schwartz in 2016 as a professional services and advisory firm specializing in mortgage modernization, housing policy and legislative and regulatory affairs. Schwartz serves on a number of bank and fintech boards and has a lengthy record of hosting and moderating housing industry events. Since 2019, Schwartz has partnered in creating and delivering multiple housing events and two national housing policy conferences. Learn more at: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/.

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT
Faith Schwartz, President
(202) 384-5887

Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that the firm will host a 100% virtual housing summit on September 20-21, 2021.

Related link: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

MCT’s Sarah Hellman Selected as Finalist for San Diego Business Journal’s 2020 Business Women of The Year

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that Senior Trader, Sarah Hellman, was selected as one of the finalists for San Diego Business Journal's 2020 Business Women of the Year.

Ms. Hellman has been pushing through perceived boundaries for over a decade, becoming the first female employee at MCT 12 years ago in what has historically been a male-dominated financial industry. During her time at the company, she has made the rapid ascent from Trader, to Senior Trader, then Senior Analyst and recently she had been promoted to Senior Deployment Analyst.

In addition to completing several Mortgage Banker Association Education courses and continuing to develop her knowledge of the Mortgage Backed Securities industry, Ms. Hellman has continued developing her professional skills by completing several courses on Python and SQL programming languages.

"I feel honored that I was nominated and selected as a finalist for the San Diego Business Women of the Year award," said Ms. Hellman, "I'd like to thank MCT and my husband for always supporting me and helping me achieve my goals."

San Diego Business Journal's annual Business Women of the Year award highlights women that have been instrumental to their industry and workplace, having overcome some seemingly insurmountable obstacles in their career to rise to the top, paving the way for a brighter future among peers. The 12 winners were chosen by a panel of judges from more than 300 nominations.

In addition to being an integral part of MCT, Ms. Hellman volunteers in her free time with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego and the Monarch School. She also runs a holiday wreath fundraiser for her local sorority alumnae chapter to support St. Jude Children's Hospital, and is the treasurer for local sorority alumnae chapter for over a decade.

About MCT:

Founded in 2001, Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT) has grown from a boutique mortgage pipeline hedging firm into the industry's leading provider of fully-integrated capital markets services and technology. MCT offers an array of best-in-class services and software covering mortgage pipeline hedging, best execution loan sales, outsourced lock desk solutions, MSR portfolio valuations, business intelligence analytics, mark to market services, and an award-winning comprehensive capital markets software platform called MCTlive! MCT supports independent mortgage bankers, depositories, credit unions, warehouse lenders, and correspondent investors of all sizes.

Headquartered in San Diego, MCT also has California offices in Healdsburg and Los Angeles, as well as sites in Dallas and Philadelphia. MCT is well known for its team of capital markets experts and senior traders who continue to provide the boutique-style, hands-on engagement clients value.

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

About San Diego Business Journal:

Each week, the San Diego Business Journal delivers the market's most complete package of business news and information on San Diego County's companies, industries and business people. It covers commercial real estate, banking and finance, biotech, health care, technology, defense, tourism, manufacturing, professional services and more. Each week SDBJ also write about San Diego's vibrant start-up community.

SDBJ Lists provide comprehensive data and statistics on top-ranked San Diego companies across all industries. Each of these surveys is then compiled into the San Diego Business Journal's invaluable resource - the annual Book of Lists.

Media Contact:
Ian Miller
Chief Marketing Officer
Mortgage Capital Trading
619-618-7855
pr@mctrade.net

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that Senior Trader, Sarah Hellman, was selected as one of the finalists for San Diego Business Journal's 2020 Business Women of the Year.

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

Malla Haridat Selected as The Keynote Speaker at The WE NYC Conference

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Malla Haridat is an entrepreneur and author who has used all possible platforms to advocate for women empowerment. In line with her goal to help people develop an entrepreneurial mindset, Malla is set to speak at the WE NYC Conference: 10 Ways to Uncover New Business Opportunity. The virtual conference is part of the Celebrate Small Business in Brooklyn series, organized in partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, NYWIB, and SCORE.

"I have delivered hundreds of hours of workshops and training to entrepreneurs. What I love is hearing the focus that entrepreneurs, especially women entrepreneurs, have on delivering results and serving their customers. I want to help those entrepreneurs who genuinely care to find ways to crush their sales in the process by learning the right questions to ask their prospective clients and internally within their businesses," said Malla Haridat.

Small businesses have been described as a critical part of the US economy and recent statistics reveal an increasing involvement of women in business. According to become.co, there are approximately 13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., with about 9 million Americans employed by women-owned businesses. While the future seems bright for female entrepreneurs, more needs to be done to encourage more women to take their place in the business world. Malla Haridat has done remarkably well in this aspect and is reiterating her commitment as she speaks at the upcoming WE Master Leadership Conference.

The event is coming at the most ideal time, considering the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses in the United States and other parts of the world. The four-hour virtual conference targets individuals with existing businesses or startups, featuring 26 exciting speakers sharing tools and tips to sharpen the abilities of participants and empower them to identify and realize opportunities.

Scheduled to be held on September 16 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., the conference will begin with a keynote by Malla Haridat, CEO and Founder of New Designs for Life, Inc. sharing strategies for uncovering new business opportunities.

Her speech will be followed by five industry-focused panel discussions with the founders of small businesses that found new ways to thrive. The event will also feature five expert-led workshops teaching how to find, validate, fund, and seize new business opportunities.

For more information about Malla Haridat and her works via the New Designs for Life Training Company, please visit: https://mallaharidat.com/.

Event information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-nyc-conference-find-hidden-markets-for-your-business-tickets-116521451799

About Malla Haridat:

Malla Haridat is an award-winning entrepreneurship coach/strategist. As the founder and CEO of New Designs for Life, Malla is a nationally-recognized expert, training over 7,000 people. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States, partnering with companies to develop creative solutions for entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. Her company was awarded the New York City Small Business Award of the Year. She has been featured in the media, including The New York Times, Black Enterprise Inc., Fox Small Business, Huff Post, and ABC.

Malla Haridat is an entrepreneur and author who has used all possible platforms to advocate for women empowerment. In line with her goal to help people develop an entrepreneurial mindset, Malla is set to speak at the WE NYC Conference: 10 Ways to Uncover New Business Opportunity.

Related link: https://mallaharidat.com/

Global DMS COO Jody Collup Receives 2020 Most Powerful Women in Fintech Award from PROGRESS in Lending

LANSDALE, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based real estate appraisal management software, is proud to announce that its COO, Jody Collup, was recognized by PROGRESS in Lending for its second annual Most Powerful Women in Fintech Award, which honors women leaders at technology companies who are helping reshape the Financial Services industry through innovative and influential ideas.

Ms. Collup was recognized for her more than 25 years of diverse experience working in both the private and non-profit sectors, with much of her experience being in the technology sector of the mortgage industry.

Prior to joining Global DMS(R), Jody worked for Calyx Software, Inc., where she successfully aligned sales with marketing to establish brand consistency and positive industry awareness. She was then hired as Global DMS' first and only VP of Marketing in 2013, becoming the driving force behind all the company's branding and communication practices that are still in place today.

Ms. Collup's growth continued, as she began to oversee Global DMS' sales and account management departments - helping to increase the company's overall profitability through new opportunities. This success led to Jody's current position as COO, where she is now responsible for Global DMS' overall operations and strategy.

In this latest role, Ms. Collup's leadership has been instrumental in launching Global DMS' next-generation appraisal management software, EVO(tm), which shatters the constraints of yesteryear software systems via its unprecedented configurability and workflow automation - allowing mortgage lenders and appraisal management companies (AMCs) to customize all aspects of the platform, including its fields, in real time.

"I'm truly honored to receive this award from PROGRESS in Lending," said Jody. "It's been an exciting time for Global DMS as we've continued to embrace innovative ideas that not only provide the best possible technology solutions for our clients, but also the best possible working environment for our staff."

For the complete list of PROGRESS in Lending's 2020 Most Powerful Women in Fintech winners, please visit: https://mymortgagemindset.com/the-2020-most-powerful-women-in-fintech-award-winners-are/

About Global DMS:

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

Global DMS solutions include its new EVO-Residential(tm) (EVO-Res) platform for residential lending, EVO-Commercial(tm) (EVO-C) platform for commercial lending, eTrac(R) Enterprise valuation management platform for residential lending, SnapVal(tm) appraisal pricing solution, eTrac WebForms, Global Kinex(R), AVMs, the MISMO Appraisal Review System (MARS(R)), ATOM (Appraisal Tracking on Mobile).

For more information, visit https://www.globaldms.com/ or call (877) 866-2747.

*PHOTO link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/20-0901s2p-gdms-judy-collup-300dpi.jpg
*Caption: Global DMS COO, Jody Collup.

Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based real estate appraisal management software, is proud to announce that its COO, Jody Collup, was recognized by PROGRESS in Lending for its second annual Most Powerful Women in Fintech Award.

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