http://www.send2press.com/newswire/ Business, Entertainment and Technology News Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:19:40 GMT http://neotrope.com 60 en-us 144 31 http://www.send2press.com/newswire/index.shtml http://www.send2press.com/XML/send2press-rss.gif http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0110-004.shtml Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:54:45 GMT Agribusiness Energy Santa Barbara California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0110-004.shtml BioJet International Ltd. DENVER, Colo. and SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Jan. 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Energy Resource Tribes (CERT) today announced formation of a strategic business relationship with BioJet International. CERT is comprised of 57 sovereign Indian tribes as members. CERT members collectively own and manage more than 30 percent of the coal west of the Mississippi; 40 percent of domestic uranium; and 10 percent of known national oil and gas reserves in the United States. CERT members also manage millions of acres of agricultural lands from which feedstock for biofuels may be grown. Learn more at: http://74.63.154.129 .

BioJet International is a leading supply chain integrator in renewable (bio) jet fuel and related co-products which include green diesel for the aviation and related commercial transportation sectors. BioJet has received last year a funding facility commitment of $1.2 billion to capitalize its supply chain projects program which include feedstock and refining projects as well as investments and related strategic acquisitions. The firm's operations span the entire biofuel chain including the generation of feedstock; technology; refining; logistics; sustainability certification; distribution and eventual end use by the aviation sector world-wide. BioJet is also the first Alternative Fuels Strategic Partner of the International Air Transport Association. Learn more at: http://www.biojetcorp.com .

David Lester, CERT Executive Director, said "We believe our sovereign tribal members together with BioJet are well suited to lead one of the largest economic transitions in history: the transition from a fossil based to a biofuel based transportation sector, and on a larger scale, the transition to building a foundation for sustainable tribal communities and an infrastructure for United States energy independence. This effort will be led for CERT by Robert J. Martin, former National Ombudsman of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in Washington D.C., as leader of the RES Alliance with which BioJet is a strategic partner. We are poised for a long transition period wherein biofuels gain large market share not only from fossil fuels but also from ethanol."

Mitch Hawkins, Chairman and CEO of BioJet, said "We envision the scope of our business relationship broadly with CERT to include at least $1 Billion worth of joint projects over a ten year period locating feedstock generation and refining operations to provide biofuels for commercial airlines and ground transportation at key locations throughout the western United States."

CERT and BioJet expect to conclude a Memorandum of Agreement in the next 60 days to define the terms of their participation.

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TAGS: BioJet International Ltd., Aerospace and Aviation, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0110-001.shtml Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:07:21 GMT Finance Computing Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0110-001.shtml Titan Lenders Corp DENVER, Colo., Jan. 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage fulfillment outsource services expert Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan) is pleased to announce the recruitment and hire of industry heavyweight Mark Ridder as executive vice president and general counsel. Ridder brings more than 31 years of experience in advising in-house corporate clients in areas ranging from regulatory compliance and operations to corporate acquisitions.

In his role at Titan, Ridder will be responsible for managing Titan's legal affairs, including contract negotiation and revisions, managing insurance and licensing requirements, developing documentation/contracts for expanding products and supporting the development of other customized operational support services. Ridder will also be involved with corporate management by serving on Titan's board of directors.

"The tremendous growth Titan has experienced over the past two years necessitated the addition of a general counsel to oversee our increasingly complex operations," said Mary Kladde, Titan Lenders Corp. president and founder. "Mark's background in real estate services coupled with his extensive experience in corporate incubation and development made him a natural fit for stewarding Titan's next stage of expansion."

"Titan is a rapidly growing progressive mortgage fulfillment services company creating new ideas and services needed to meet the ever changing needs of our industry," Ridder said. "We are the industry contact for tailored solutions which allow our clients to stay margin focused while maintaining regulatory compliance."

Previously, Ridder has served as executive vice president and general counsel for Mercury Companies, Inc. managing the legal affairs of a broad spectrum of real property enterprises for the holding company. Mercury was involved in title insurance, escrow, home building, software, mortgage document services, and mortgage lending. Ridder received his Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and government, with an emphasis in economics, from Adams State College in Alamosa, Colo., and his Juris Doctor from Washburn University of Topeka in Topeka, Kan.

About Titan Lenders Corp.:
Titan Lenders Corp. (www.TitanLendersCorp.com) is one of a specialized few providers of mortgage back office fulfillment services, a not-well-understood facet of mortgage lending that includes closing, funding and post closing services. Community banks, credit unions, mortgage bankers and brokers, and warehouse line lenders use outsource providers strategically to minimize compliance risks in a time-sensitive error-averse environment. Fluctuations in mortgage lending volume also lead some mortgage lenders to outsource their entire back office operation and secure predictable "per transaction" pricing rather than maintaining an inflexible static in house staff.

Titan Lenders Corp.'s patented, proprietary web-based software Cerberyx (CBX) supports a full suite of fulfillment services, including: funding, compliance, closing, post-closing, purchase review for correspondents and warehouse lenders, trailing documents, MERS management, FHA insuring, and document management (imaging). CBX's flexible rules-based architecture allows Titan clients to define field level decision trees, priorities, checklists and process management specific to an investor product variance or a cross-investor climate.

NEWS SOURCE: Titan Lenders Corp
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TAGS: Titan Lenders Corp, Management Changes, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-12-1229-002.shtml Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:59:39 GMT Computing Business Denver Colorado NYSE:PHH Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-12-1229-002.shtml Titan Lenders Corp. DENVER, Colo., Dec. 29, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage fulfillment outsource services expert Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan), has entered into a strategic relationship with one of the nation's top-five residential mortgage originators and the largest non-financial mortgage servicer in the country PHH Mortgage Corporation, a subsidiary of PHH Corporation. This strategic relationship will give PHH Mortgage's correspondent lenders direct access to Titan's back-office fulfillment services, which include closing, funding, post-closing and investor loan review services.

"As a top-five residential mortgage investor, PHH Mortgage prides itself on providing best-in-class mortgage solutions," said Mary Kladde, Titan Lenders Corp. president and co-founder. "Over the past year, PHH has seen an increase in broker to banker and transitioning depository clients. This transition comes with a unique set of growing pains. Our goal is to assist PHH's correspondent lenders by providing education, back-office risk mitigation and the compliance tools needed to produce zero-defect, salable loans."

Titan's proprietary Cerberyx software offers an unparalleled option for lenders to have 24/7 access to file-flow management tools and electronic compliance safety checks, which are designed to reduce risk and errors. Titan's variable-cost solution and ability to help clients no matter what their size make Titan's services a good fit for lenders of all sizes looking for cost savings.

"Loan-by-loan flexibility with superior customer service - that is the promises we make to our correspondent lenders," said Norm Fitzgerald, senior vice president at PHH Mortgage. "Giving our lenders access to Titan's back-office fulfillment services is one more way we can help our customers enhance their profitability and grow their mortgage business."

About PHH Corporation:
Headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, PHH Corporation (NYSE: PHH) is a leading provider of business process management services for the mortgage and fleet industries. Its subsidiary, PHH Mortgage, is one of the top five retail originators of residential mortgages in the United States (*See Note 1), and its subsidiary, PHH Arval, is a leading fleet management services provider in the United States and Canada. PHH has more than 5,000 employees dedicated to delivering premier customer service and providing value-added solutions to its clients. For additional information about PHH and its subsidiaries, please visit the company's website at www.phh.com .

About Titan Lenders Corp.:
Titan Lenders Corp. (www.TitanLendersCorp.com) is one of a specialized few providers of mortgage back office fulfillment services, a not-well-understood facet of mortgage lending that includes closing, funding and post closing services. Community banks, credit unions, mortgage bankers and brokers, and warehouse line lenders use outsource providers strategically to minimize compliance risks in a time-sensitive error-averse environment. Fluctuations in mortgage lending volume also lead some mortgage lenders to outsource their entire back office operation and secure predictable "per transaction" pricing rather than maintaining an inflexible static in house staff.

Titan Lenders Corp.'s patented, proprietary web-based software Cerberyx (CBX) supports a full suite of fulfillment services, including: funding, compliance, closing, post-closing, purchase review for correspondents and warehouse lenders, trailing documents, MERS management, FHA insuring, and document management (imaging). CBX's flexible rules-based architecture allows Titan clients to define field level decision trees, priorities, checklists and process management specific to an investor product variance or a cross-investor climate.

*NOTE 1: Inside Mortgage Finance, Copyright 2011.

NEWS SOURCE: Titan Lenders Corp.
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TAGS: Titan Lenders Corp., Banking and Finance, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-12-1214-001.shtml Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:58:00 GMT Food Retail Temple Texas Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-12-1214-001.shtml Smashburger TEMPLE, Texas, Dec. 14, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Smashburger, the nation's fastest growing "better burger" restaurant, brings their fresh approach to burgers to Temple when they open their first location on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 3008 S. 31st Street. Smashburger brings their juicy burgers that are smashed fresh and served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local palates to the heart of Temple. This is the first of many Central Texas Smashburgers slated to open over the next five years.

Each Central Texas Smashburger will feature a regional menu created with regional flavors and tastes in mind. The Temple menu includes: The Texas Burger, served with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, pickles, and red onion, and dressed within yellow mustard. It will also include the Texas Dog, a 100 percent Angus Beef hot dog dressed with pepperjack cheese, creamy guacamole, fresh jalapenos, spicy chipotle sauce, tomato, and onion. As a regional side item, the Temple store will offer fried jalapeno spears with buttermilk ranch dressing.

"Smashburger has a unique spot in the industry," says Smashburger Founder and Chief Concept Officer Tom Ryan. "We have created a union of top-quality ingredients, loving preparation, and friendly service that we hope Temple will agree is unparalleled."

At Smashburger®, the secret is in the smash. They start with 100-percent-fresh, never frozen, Certified Angus Beef and smash it on a 400 degree flat grill to sear in the juicy flavor. To further the "better burger" experience, they are served on a toasted artisan bun and topped with a selection of the freshest produce, real cheeses, and highest-quality condiments.

Smashburger is known for its delicious burgers, but customers can also enjoy a selection of tender marinated grilled or crispy chicken sandwiches, grilled and split hot dogs, and fresh tossed signature salads, along with a variety of irresistible sides including rosemary and garlic-seasoned Smashfries, fried pickles, Haystack Onions, and Veggie Frites (flash-fried and seasoned asparagus spears, carrot sticks and green beans). The restaurant will also serve a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including local beers, wine, hand-spun Haagen-Dazs shakes and IBC® root-beer floats in frosted mugs.

"We are thrilled to bring our business to Central Texas, starting in Temple," says David Prokupek, Chairman and CEO of Smashburger. "We believe the Texmash franchise group will be great partners in helping the area come to love the excellent food and service Smashburger offers."

"Temple is an exciting place for us to bring the Smashburger brand," says Manish Agrawal, Managing Partner of Texmash Holdings LLC. "We see Temple as a thriving city with a lot of competitive growth in the fast-casual segment. Residents here have many choices for a high-quality quick meal, but we hope to stand out. Smashburger wants to be every city's favorite place for burgers, and we aim to earn that respect in Temple with our great food and astoundingly friendly service."

About Smashburger:
Smashburger is the country's fastest growing, fast casual "better burger" restaurant. Its hand-crafted burgers are made with fresh, never frozen, 100 percent Certified Angus Beef, that are "smashed," seared and seasoned on the grill to juicy perfection for every individual order. Guests can create their own burger masterpiece or enjoy one of Smashburger's innovative signature recipes, including a unique burger for every local market that highlights the distinctive flavors of that region.

Smashburger also serves tender marinated grilled or crispy chicken sandwiches, grilled and split hot dogs, freshly prepared entree salads, kids meals, hand-spun Haagen-Dazs shakes and an array of signature sides. Developed and owned by private equity firm Consumer Capital Partners (CCP), Smashburger operates and develops both corporate and multi-unit franchise territories across the country with 140 restaurants nationwide. Smashburger topped the Forbes Most Promising Company list in 2011 and was also named to the 2011 Inc. 500 list. It is the recipient of the International Council of Shopping Centers 2011 Hot Retailer Award. To learn more, visit www.smashburger.com .

About Consumer Capital Partners:
Denver-based Consumer Capital Partners (CCP) is an innovative private investment and concept development firm focused on multi-unit retail businesses, primarily in the restaurant industry. CCP has deep experience in the fields of private equity, brand, concept and product development and strategic consulting. To learn more about CCP, please visit www.consumercp.com .

NEWS SOURCE: Smashburger
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TAGS: Smashburger, Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1026-004.shtml Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:55:57 GMT Retail Food Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1026-004.shtml Restaurant Mechanix, LLC DENVER, Colo., Oct. 26, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new look, new services and a new partner for Culinary Procurement Specialists, LLC has been unveiled. The new company name, Restaurant Mechanix, LLC (the "Company") (restaurantmechanix.com), signifies the expansion of its consulting services into all aspects of restaurant operations and management. This is in addition to supply chain management and food cost reduction.

The Company was also pleased to announce the addition of a new partner at the firm, Darren Minich, an accomplished restaurateur with 20 years experience that includes developing and managing 5 different concepts such as Govnr's Park and Marlowes in Denver. "We have been looking for someone to round out our service offering and Darren brings a unique and impressive background to Restaurant Mechanix," said Tim Taylor, Founder and CEO of the Company.

The Company announced that it is transforming itself into a full service consulting shop for restaurateurs and foodservice entrepreneurs. The Company had focused on reducing food cost through negotiating more favorable distribution and manufacturing agreements for their clients. With these changes, the Company has added operational, sales, marketing, financial and accounting services. This strengthens their service offering and appeals to a wider audience.

The goal of the Company is to transform their clients into "the best in business" in terms of profit, operations and sales. The new name, Restaurant Mechanix, personifies the new expanded organization that provides everything from tune-ups to major overhauls.

Tim Taylor will continue to build on his experience in foodservice distribution and restaurant management by focusing on supply chain management and cost reductions. Jan Skibinski, Co-Founder and CFO, will build on her foodservice distribution, finance, accounting and information systems experience to provide financial and accounting services, analysis and reporting.

According to a 1997 to 2002 study on restaurant failure rates, only 56% of new restaurants make it onto their 4th year of operations. Of those restaurants that fail (44%), there is a 28% chance that they will fail in their first year (*see note 1). Continued increases in food and supply costs for restaurants coupled with the sluggish economy since 2008 were the deciding factors behind the expansion and rebranding of Restaurant Mechanix.

About Restaurant Mechanix, LLC:
Founded in 2007, the Company has historically analyzed and negotiated more favorable contracts for their client's food and supply purchases. They also provide reporting and analysis of the client's purchases along with market trends, so the client can adapt to the changing market. Restaurant Mechanix, LLC builds on this solid business platform and enhances the services offered to the foodservice industry.

For additional information, visit www.restaurantmechanix.com or call 303.906.1396.

(*Note 1: Source: Restaurant Start-Up & Growth Unit Failure Study September 2003; By Cline Group for Specialized Publications, Parkville, Mo.)

NEWS SOURCE: Restaurant Mechanix, LLC
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TAGS: Restaurant Mechanix, LLC, Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1007-007.shtml Fri, 07 Oct 2011 22:29:28 GMT Events General Editorial Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1007-007.shtml Altergate Publishing DENVER, Colo., Oct. 7, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Altergate Publishing (www.altergate.com) announces that author Dee Dee Phelps is now performing in Doo Wop Shows nationally. The release of her memoir "Vinyl Highway" in 2007 initiated the Sixties recording star's comeback, singing as Dee Dee, of Dick and Dee Dee.

Appearing at a meet-and-greet book signing for internet jock, Cool Bobby Bee's Doo Wop Conference in Las Vegas, Dee Dee met numerous fans who told her, "We would give anything to hear the songs of Dick and Dee Dee again," and pleaded with her to resume her career.

The original Dick St. John died in 2003, Dee Dee found a new partner with a four octave range and strong falsetto, L.A. based actor/singer Michael Dunn. Together the duo recreates the original Dick and Dee Dee sound.

Dick and Dee Dee will appear at the Denver Paramount Theatre as part of the Ultimate Doo Wop Show on October 29, 2011 at 8 p.m. Also on the show are: The Fleetwoods, The Crystals, The Marcels, The Olympics, The Edsels, Joe Jones and the Pentagons and the Rama Lama Big Band. These illustrious groups of singers are dedicated to performing their hit songs from the past, and to bringing joy and fond memories to audiences.

For more information on the Ultimate Doo Wop Show in Denver visit: www.denverparamount.com - or call (303) 623-0106.

"Vinyl Highway" (ISBN: 978-1-934321-75-1) and "The Best of Dick and Dee Dee" CD are both available at www.dickanddeedee.com and Amazon.

NEWS SOURCE: Altergate Publishing
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TAGS: Altergate Publishing, Music and Recording Industry, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1006-003.shtml Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:55:16 GMT Computing Internet Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1006-003.shtml Titan Lenders Corp DENVER, Colo., Oct. 6, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource company, now offers MERS management services to assist mortgage servicers and sub-servicers in meeting MERSCORP's new processing and quality assurance requirements. The new requirements stem from changes to Rule 8 made by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).

Under the new MERS Quality Assurance Procedures, members must implement new processing standards, complete monthly reconciliations and prepare for annual attestations. As a MERS Patron member, Titan is authorized to execute changes on its clients' behalf. Cerberyx, Titan's proprietary software, has already embedded all data changes required to meet the new standards.

"In Titan's tradition of leading the industry in best practices, we're offering our expertise and technology to assist servicers and sub-servicers with MERS processing and QA," said Mary Kladde, Titan Lenders Corp. president and co-founder. "Our proprietary, patented Cerberyx platform is the ideal environment in which to automate the required processing protocols."

"Titan has been a long-time supporter of MERS, and we believe that the successful restoration of the securitization market depends in part on leveraging the automation, resources, and execution advantages of MERS," Kladde added.

Titan is offering the new services a la carte or, in some cases, as a monthly maintenance agreement. This can include monthly "system-to-system" data reconciliations, forensic document recovery, QA plan reviews, data entry, independent attestations, preliminary attestations/trial audits and consulting/professional services, allowing MERS servicing and sub-servicing members to choose the level of care suited to their current MERS team.

About Titan Lenders Corp.:
Titan Lenders Corp. (www.TitanLendersCorp.com) is one of a specialized few providers of mortgage back office fulfillment services, a not-well-understood facet of mortgage lending that includes closing, funding, and post closing services. Community banks, credit unions, mortgage bankers and brokers, and warehouse line lenders use outsource providers strategically to minimize compliance risks in a time-sensitive error-averse environment. Fluctuations in mortgage lending volume also lead some mortgage lenders to outsource their entire back office operation and secure predictable "per transaction" pricing rather than maintaining an inflexible static in house staff.

Titan is a preferred provider for some of the nation's largest mortgage bankers and wholesale investors.

Titan Lenders Corp's patented, proprietary web-based software Cerberyx (CBX) supports a full suite of fulfillment services, including: funding, compliance, closing, post-closing, purchase review for correspondents and warehouse lenders, trailing documents, MERs management, FHA insuring, and document management (imaging). CBX's flexible rules-based architecture allows Titan clients to define field level decision trees, priorities, checklists and process management specific to an investor product variance or a cross-investor climate.

NEWS SOURCE: Titan Lenders Corp
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TAGS: Titan Lenders Corp, Banking and Finance, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1003-001.shtml Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:59:23 GMT Family NonProfit Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1003-001.shtml Starlight Children's Foundation DENVER, Colo., Oct. 3, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starlight Children's Foundation has named Tammy Rudden Krause the new executive director of its Starlight Colorado chapter. Krause comes to her position with extensive experience in philanthropy, having worked many years as a volunteer with Denver-area nonprofits that include the Junior League of Denver, Children's Hospital Colorado, CASA, Rise School, Seeds of Hope and the Morgan Adams Foundation.

"Starlight Colorado is thrilled to have Krause join us in our mission of providing a better quality of life to seriously ill children," said Starlight Colorado Board President Becky Gutrich. "Her personal story is compelling and inspiring, and her professional experience is invaluable."

"Starlight's global family welcomes Krause with open arms," said Starlight Global Chief Executive Officer Jacqueline Hart-Ibrahim. "Our Colorado chapter has big plans to bring illness education and therapeutic play to families across its state, and we know Krause can take them there."

In 2004, Krause founded the Gabby Krause Foundation in memory of her daughter Gabby who wanted every child to have their own "Bag of Fun." In seven years, Krause managed to grow the organization nationally and provide "Bags of Fun" to children with cancer and long-term medical conditions.

"Having been the parent of a child with a life-threatening illness, I am honored to be joining Starlight," said Krause. "Starlight will allow me the opportunity to bring hope, smiles, experiences and amazing memories to families, in light of the very real struggles and fears they face every day."

A native of Denver and proud mother of four, Krause volunteers with each of her children's schools and enjoys all types of sports and sporting events. She graduated from Texas Christian University in 1992 with a bachelor's degree in education.

About Starlight Children's Foundation:
When a child or teenager has a serious medical condition, everyone in the family is affected. For nearly 30 years, Starlight Children's Foundation™ has been dedicated to helping seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities. Starlight's programs have been proven to distract children from their pain, help them better understand and manage their illnesses, and connect families facing similar challenges so that no one feels alone.

Through a network of chapters and offices, Starlight provides ongoing support to children, parents and siblings in all U.S. states and Canadian provinces with an array of outpatient, hospital-based and Web offerings. Programs are also delivered internationally through affiliates in Australia, Japan and the United Kingdom.

For more information about Starlight, visit www.starlight.org, and for Starlight Colorado, visit www.starlight-colorado.org.

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NEWS SOURCE: Starlight Children's Foundation
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TAGS: Starlight Children's Foundation, Management Changes, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0810-002.shtml Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:59:22 GMT Medical Product Launches Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0810-002.shtml Jiggy's Pipes DENVER, Colo., Aug. 10, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the many ups and downs in the economy lately, it seems unusual to hear about a new business emerging strong - yet in Denver, Colorado, the timing seems to be just right for Jiggy's Pipes. With the emergence of the Medical Marijuana Dispensary rush that has been going on for some time now in Colorado, the focus in the news has been the legal, tax, and other ramifications this new industry would bring.

But what about the other businesses that also benefit from the rush; since the MMJ industry has exploded, several other products are also in demand as a result.

This was the thought for Mark Jiggy, owner of Jiggy's Pipes. By recognizing the pending demand for the pipes, hookahs, bongs, and "zongs," he has created a new online cottage business that provides a valuable service to the patrons of the dispensaries - an online catalog of specialty glassware, created here in the Colorado area by some of its artisan glassblowers.

Truly unique items such as Gandalfs, a very long glass pipe modeled after the famous Lord of the Rings smoker, and Zongs (highly intricate twisted, tall bongs), can be found at Jiggy's Online store (www.jiggyspipes.com), along with some truly funny gift pack combinations - such as "A Poppin Good Time" which bundles a popcorn tub, three packages of popcorn, a collectible ashtray, and a Glassware Bubbler.

This, and the "Breakfast O' Champs!" containing PopTarts, a lighter, and a small Glassware Bubbler were inspired by the Midnight Munchies stereotype typically associated with the dispensary audience.

"You have to have a sense of humor and fun with any new business," said Mark Jiggy, owner of Jiggy's. "The dispensary businesses are here to stay, and someone has to provide the supporting goods to their customers - I wanted to make people laugh, while giving them great selection - and some very cool glassware."

The concept was simple - a business that does NOT provide marijuana or any similar substance, but does provide glassware, lighters, and accessories to support the dispensary industry. The feedback so far has been very enthusiastic - while Jiggy's is purely an online store and is very new, Mark has stated that the interest and demand is very high. In fact, when he originally thought about setting up his storefront, he did not anticipate the response to some of the glassware - not only is the product popular, but some of the glassblowers in the area are creating some very unusual and intricate designs, are very happy for the new work, and look for him to visit every week with his inventory needs.

Jiggy's Pipes (www.jiggyspipes.com) is a new business that has come from the changing world of legalized medical marijuana. Like any other business, it strives to provide its customer's with selection, price, and the products the customer needs - and make a small profit. If the past few weeks since its opening are anything to base its success on, the company has found a winning formula - and managed to still have fun in the process.

To learn more about Jiggy's, and see the some of the amazing glassware and funny bundles of products, visit their website (www.jiggyspipes.com), or contact Mark Jiggy at 720-244-6075, or by email at bigjig@jiggyspipes.com.

NEWS SOURCE: Jiggy's Pipes
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TAGS: Jiggy's Pipes, Retail and Franchise, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0805-003.shtml Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:51:27 GMT Computing Finance Denver Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0805-003.shtml Titan Lenders Corp DENVER, Colo., Aug. 5, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp. (TITAN), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource operation, offering a parallel and variable cost alternative solution to lenders that need to maintain back office and warehouse line management operations, has been listed among the annual Mortgage Technology Top Service Providers.

According to the July issue of Source Media's Mortgage Technology publication, the 2011 Top Service Providers list recognizes "the technology and services vendors that excel in four categories - continued advancement of technology and services, a viable revenue model and value proposition to customers, exceptional client service and a unique impact on the mortgage industry."

Its summary of Titan Lenders Corp.'s qualifications includes: "Titan Lenders Corp. offers technology and services for loan processing, review and portfolio management. The Denver-based company uses its technology to provide purchase reviews for housing finance agencies like the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency and quality assurance and asset reviews for correspondent and warehouse lenders."

"Titan Lenders Corp. is honored to be ranked among the industry's most highly regarded service providers, and we appreciate the commitment Mortgage Technology made to conducting an extensive evaluation of more than 100 applicants," said TITAN founder and president Mary Kladde.

"We are pleased that Mortgage Technology highlighted our role with the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency, and our asset review services, which are notable examples of our primary mission to support mutually beneficial relationships among lenders, warehouse line providers and investors."

"Only recently, TITAN formally announced its Whole Loan Purchase Review (WLPR) services, which we developed to support our industry's desperate need for a return to credibility, which must precede the restoration of a viable secondary market - GSEs or no GSEs," she added.

"Earning a seat at the Mortgage Technology table of Top Service Providers is a highlight of our year, to no small degree because of the careful due diligence we know was conducted," said Titan Lenders Corp. executive vice president for sales Ruth Lee. "When we launched TITAN back in 2007, we had a mind to change the mortgage industry based on a return to quality. The industry may've turned topsy-turvy since then, but our commitment to that mission has only deepened."

"Keep an eye on us," Lee added. "TITAN will not be resting on its laurels."

Titan Lenders Corp.'s patented, proprietary web-based software Cerberyx (CBX) supports a full suite of mortgage fulfillment services, including: funding, compliance, closing, post-closing, purchase review for correspondents and warehouse lenders, trailing documents, MERs management, FHA insuring, and document management (imaging). CBX's flexible rules-based architecture allows TITAN clients to define field level decision trees, priorities, checklists and process management specific to an investor product variance or a cross-investor climate.

About Titan Lenders Corp.:
Titan Lenders Corp. (www.TitanLendersCorp.com) is one of a specialized few providers of mortgage back office fulfillment services, a not-well-understood facet of mortgage lending that includes closing, funding, and post closing services. Community banks, credit unions, mortgage bankers and brokers, and warehouse line lenders use outsource providers strategically to minimize compliance risks in a time-sensitive error-averse environment. Fluctuations in mortgage lending volume also lead some mortgage lenders to outsource their entire back office operation and secure predictable "per transaction" pricing rather than maintaining an inflexible static in house staff.

TITAN is a preferred provider for some of the nation's largest mortgage bankers and warehouse lenders.

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