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The Black Chamber of Arizona Advances Economic Growth with Second Cohort, Empowering 30 Entrepreneurs through Supplier diversity readiness program.

PHOENIX, Ariz., April 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Chamber of Arizona is proud to announce the induction of 30 diverse small business owners into ImpactAZ 2025, a multi-Year program focused on contracting readiness. The program works directly with corporations to create more access and equity in purchasing and procurement. The 2nd cohort kicked off on April 24th awarding a total of $75,000 in scholarships, underscoring the commitment to fostering economic growth across the state of Arizona.

How to Unlock a Nokia Phone without Password in Minutes

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Whether you have forgotten your Nokia phone’s screen lock password or have it carrier-locked to a network, there are several foolproof ways to help unlock it,” says Tenorshare. In this guide, we will discuss how to unlock Nokia phone using alternative 3 ways.

Florida’s Leading Podiatric Group Takes A Giant Leap Into Texas

SPRING, Texas, April 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Houston, we don’t have a foot care problem – now that Modern Foot & Ankle has moved into the Lone Star State. The podiatric group originated in Florida and has a strong presence in Tampa, Orlando, and Palm Beach. But with its recent acquisition of a clinic in Spring, Texas, Modern Foot & Ankle enters a watershed moment.

Informative Research’s Ryan Kaufman Named HousingWire’s 2024 Rising Star

IRVINE, Calif., April 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Ryan Kaufman, IT Manager – Integrations, has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Rising Stars award.

North Dakota Notaries Can Now Ditch the Desk! Secured Signing Brings Streamlined Online Notarization to the Peace Garden State

BISMARK, N.D., and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Imagine notarizing documents from the comfort of your couch, or while catching up on emails at your home office. For North Dakota notaries and their clients, that future is now a reality. Secured Signing, a leading innovator in Remote Online Notarization (RON) technology, is proud to announce its RON platform meets and exceeds the requirements as an official RON platform in the state.

Casting Off the Caste System and its Stigma: Empowering the Forgotten Indigenous People of India with Human Rights

ODISHA, India, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the 1880s, to call attention to the plight of the “untouchables” the famous Indian social activist Jyotirao Govindrao Phule coined a term to represent these people: “Dalit.” United for Human Rights Odisha has taken on the challenge of restoring fair and equitable treatment to these and all people of India.

Agile Introduces Competitive Electronic Bidding on Fourth Month TBA Mortgage-Backed Securities

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Agile, a groundbreaking fintech bringing mortgage lenders and broker-dealers onto a single electronic platform, announced today the launch of electronic bidding for the fourth month in the To-Be-Announced mortgage-backed securities (TBA) market. This marks a significant leap forward in the trading landscape of off-screen securities.

BARE Zero Proof Spirits Unveils Exceptional Zero Proof Rums Amidst St. Louis Expansion

ST. LOUIS, Mo., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — BARE Zero Proof Spirits Inc., an innovator in the emerging non-alcoholic spirits sector, proudly announces the launch of two exquisite new expressions: BARE Zero Proof® Rum Blanco and BARE Zero Proof Caribbean Gold Spiced Rum. These additions to the BARE Zero Proof portfolio represent the pinnacle of a zero-proof rum cocktail experience, meticulously crafted to satisfy the discerning palates of today’s consumers seeking alcohol-free alternatives.

Argyle recognized as a Financial Services Company of the Year in the 2024 American Business Awards

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income and employment data, is a winner of the 22nd annual American Business Awards®. The company received a Silver Stevie® in the mid-sized Financial Services Company of the Year category in recognition of its innovative approach to automating income and employment verifications.

Dark Matter Technologies’ Rich Gagliano honored as one of Jacksonville’s top 25 CEOs by Key Executives

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter) today announced that its CEO Rich Gagliano has been recognized by Key Executives, a periodical publication providing news and information on today’s leading corporate executives, as one of 2024’s Top 25 CEOs of Florida’s largest city, Jacksonville. The award recognizes CEOs from diverse sectors and industries whose trailblazing ideas and strategic leadership have contributed to Jacksonville’s economic significance.

Osceola, Iowa’s Housing Boom: Working to Meet All Levels of Housing Needs

OSCEOLA, Iowa, April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — At the beginning of the year, another call into the Clarke County Development Corporation’s (CCDC) offices rang, telling Executive Director, Bill Trickey, the Osceola Building Incentive Program is still connecting with home builders and developers. Since its inception in early 2019, the lot program, originally referred to as the “Free Land Program,” has resulted in more than a half dozen lots exchanged with developers and home builders in lieu of standard homeowner tax abatements.

Sydney Barber, Floify’s head of product, named to HousingWire’s 2024 Rising Stars List

BOULDER, Colo., April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that its Head of Product Sydney Barber, has been honored by HousingWire with its 2024 Rising Stars award. Since Barber joined Floify in 2019, she’s spearheaded dozens of product enhancements to help its customers operate more efficiently in a volatile market.

The IN Group opens its doors in Miami and Denver as part of major US expansion drive

MIAMI, Fla., and DENVER, Colo., April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The IN Group, a leading global talent solutions provider, has opened new offices in Miami, Florida and Denver, Colorado as part of a major US expansion drive for talent brands Investigo and BioTalent. The new offices will be led by medical communications expert Elizabeth Bevan in Miami and Jessica Petersen and Trey Hanleyin in Denver, increasing the company’s US headcount to 53.

Argyle’s Anaid ChacĂłn honored as HousingWire Rising Star

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, a platform providing automated income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced its Senior Vice President of Product Anaid ChacĂłn has been recognized as a HousingWire Rising Star. The award recognizes leaders in real estate and mortgage under the age of 40 who have achieved remarkable milestones.

Optimal Blue Director of Data Solutions Brennan O’Connell Named a 2024 HousingWire Rising Star

PLANO, Texas, April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today announced that Brennan O’Connell, director of data solutions, has been honored with the 2024 HousingWire Rising Stars award. The award program celebrates emerging leaders in real estate and mortgage who have demonstrated rapid career growth and an ability to lead, achieving remarkable milestones before the age of 40.

Down Payment Resource reports highest annual down payment assistance program count growth on record

ATLANTA, Ga., April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q1 2024 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. In a quarter where year-over-year (YoY) home prices jumped 6%, the YoY national down payment assistance count increased by 204, the largest annual jump since DPR began reporting on this data in Q3 2020.

Celebrating Earth Day With a Venice Beach Cleanup and a Call for Greater Environmental Responsibility

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Even before Barbie and Ken entered the “real world,” rollerblading in their dayglo outfits along its three-mile coastline, Venice Beach was a world-famous, iconic, great place to have some fun. But that wasn’t the only reason the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre and its Hollywood Village Team selected Venice Beach for their April cleanup and their annual Earth Day activity.

Kelly Auto Group Expands with Opening of Kelly Hyundai of Stroudsburg

STROUDSBURG, Pa., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kelly Auto Group has expanded its portfolio of stores this past month by purchasing Major Hyundai, now known as Kelly Hyundai of Stroudsburg. This new Hyundai location is located in Stroudsburg Pennsylvania, which is their first location in the Pocono community, in addition to their other locations in Easton, PA, Emmaus, PA, Hamburg, PA, and Melbourne, Florida. With the addition of this store, their total number of dealership brands reaches 12.

Sunknowledge Celebrates 10 Years of Successful Partnership in Providing Medical DME Billing Solutions to Top DME Company in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sunknowledge, a leading provider of healthcare outsourcing solutions, proudly celebrates a significant milestone in its partnership with one of New York’s top Durable Medical Equipment (DME) companies. For the past 10 years, Sunknowledge has been the trusted provider of comprehensive medical DME billing solutions, consistently delivering excellence in revenue cycle management.

Dark Matter and Total Expert partner to boost lender revenue through best-in-class mortgage automation and customer engagement

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter) today announced a new strategic partnership with Total Expert, the customer engagement platform purpose-built for modern financial institutions. A forthcoming bi-directional integration between Total Expert and the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) from Dark Matter will empower mortgage lenders to generate more leads, improve sales productivity and close more loans by intelligently automating and personalizing the homebuyer journey.

Informative Research Adds Mortgage Finance Expert Kurt Raymond, CMB as Senior Vice President

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced it has expanded its team to add mortgage industry veteran Kurt Raymond, CMB as Senior Vice President and Borrower Journey Engineer. The move reflects Informative Research’s commitment to helping lenders streamline origination costs and enhance the borrower experience.

Imagine IT Launches Redesigned Website and Brand Identity to empower Midwest Businesses with Next Generation IT support

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NDWSWIRE) — Imagine IT, a leading provider of managed IT services in Minnesota, Kansas, and Michigan, today announced the launch of its redesigned website, featuring an all-new design and the adoption of a new, streamlined URL: IMIT.com. The updated website and brand identity reflect the company’s commitment to delivering innovative IT solutions.

EnergyCAP earns 2024 Environment+Energy Leader Top Product Award

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EnergyCAP proudly announces that it has been awarded a coveted Top Product of the Year Award in the Environment+Energy Leader Awards program. This year marks a milestone as the program divides accolades into six innovative categories, tailoring recognition to specific sustainability and energy management excellence sectors. EnergyCAP’s suite of solutions, UtilityManagement™, CarbonHub™, and SmartAnalytics™, together earned a top spot in the Software & Cloud category.

On Volunteer Recognition Day, the Church of Scientology Nashville Thanks Volunteers Everywhere Whose Help Makes Life Better for Us All

NASHVILLE, Tenn., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Help is a central concept of the Scientology religion. In a lecture delivered by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard in 1958, he said, “the biggest right there is, is not the right to vote, is not the right to freedom of speech or press or religion or anything else. The biggest right there is in human rights is the right to help.”

ZQdropshipping Launches Professional Dropshipping Services Facilitating Effortless E-Commerce Operations

HONG KONG, April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a groundbreaking move, ZQdropshipping, the pioneering provider of dropshipping solutions, has officially launched its comprehensive suite of services, poised to revolutionize the e-commerce landscape. With a steadfast commitment to convenience, asset-light operations, and unwavering customer satisfaction, ZQdropshipping introduces an array of meticulously crafted services designed to streamline sourcing, procurement, and order fulfillment processes, while reducing costs and offering profitable unique products.

Concordia Announces Strategic Partnership with the Fund for Nature Centered Around the Concordia Amazonas Initiative

MIAMI, Fla., April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This morning at its 2024 Americas Summit, Concordia – the leading public-private sector convener – announced a partnership with CrossBoundary Group’s Fund for Nature (FFN). The announcement was made publicly during the session Expanding Access to Capital for Nature-Based Carbon Projects featuring H.E. Iván Duque, Former President of the Republic of Colombia and Chair of the Concordia Amazonas Initiative, Kate Wharton, Managing Director and Head of Natural Capital at CrossBoundary, and Matthew Swift, Co-Founder, President & CEO of Concordia. [UPDATED]

Robin Litaker Announces Key Campaign Personnel for Congressional Run in Alabama’s 7th District

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Litaker for Congress is pleased to announce the appointment of three key personnel who will play crucial roles in her bid for the congressional seat in Alabama’s 7th district. This team combines deep political acumen with innovative approaches, aligning perfectly with the campaign’s mission.

California IVF Fertility Center Awarded on Newsweek’s America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2024 List

SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — California IVF Fertility Center has been awarded on the Newsweek list of America’s Best Fertility Clinics 2024. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on April 17, 2024, and can be viewed on Newsweek’s website. In honor of Fertility Awareness, California IVF will give away a free IVF package.

California Safe Schools Honors Earth Day Champions and Celebrates its 26th Anniversary of Environmental Protection

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — California Safe Schools (CSS) celebrates 7 Earth Day Champions for their extraordinary achievements and mindfulness of future generations. “California Safe Schools proudly honors these individuals whose dedication and resolve make the world a better place and inspire others,” affirms Robina Suwol, Executive Director of California Safe Schools. [UPDATED]

Citizens Commission on Human Rights Exhibit: Reveals Shocking Abuse and Cold Hard Facts About Psychiatry Today

SYDNEY, Australia, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Psychiatry: An Industry of Death Exhibit, produced by Citizens Commission on Human Rights International, was held at Embassy Conference Centre on George Street in Sydney as one of the first phases of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights Psychiatry: An Industry of Death 2024 World Tour. Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) is an international mental health watchdog founded in 1969 by psychiatrist Thomas Szasz and the Church of Scientology.

MCT Launches Complete Best Execution, Now Including Fully Integrated Retain vs. Release MSR Decisioning

SAN DIEGO, Calif., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, proudly introduces a game-changing advancement: a Best Ex for Released and Retained all in one platform!

FormFree upgrades Passport Wallet with simpler UI, VantageScore integration and streamlined asset validation

ATHENS, Ga., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FormFree®, a leader in financial technology since 2007, today announced significant enhancements to Passport Wallet®, an innovative app that transforms how everyday people access loans. Available now in the Apple App Store and Google Play, the latest version of Passport Wallet is designed to make it easier than ever for consumers to understand their ability to pay and match with lenders.

Spodak Dental Group Offers Free Oral Cancer Screenings Amid Rising Oral Cancer Rates

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Oral cancer is on the rise, and early detection is key for survival. The best way to check for any signs of oral cancer is to partner with a registered dental hygienist who is trained in recognizing oral cancer in the tongue, gums, throat and palate. In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, the Spodak Dental Group team is offering free oral cancer screenings during the month of April.

NAHL Announces Partnership with CaptainU

DALLAS, Texas, April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The North American Hockey League (NAHL) is pleased to announce a new partnership with CaptainU from Stack Sports, the leading online, collegiate sports recruiting platform, helping high school athletes fulfill their dreams of playing sports in college, as an official recruiting partner of the NAHL Combines and NAHL Prospects Challenge.

Patelco Credit Union selects the Empower LOS to streamline and bolster home loan and home-equity origination

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative new leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced the implementation of the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) by Patelco Credit Union (Patelco), a Bay Area-based credit union dedicated to the financial wellness of its team, members and communities.

Charles E. Smith Life Communities Hosts 14th Annual Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Healthcare Symposium

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Charles E. Smith Life Communities (CESLC), in collaboration with Suburban Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, announced today the 14th annual Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Healthcare Symposium. This event brings together clinicians, caregivers and experts in the field of senior care to share the latest research, best practices and innovations in the industry.

Church of Scientology Seattle Community Open House Looks Into the Fentanyl Crisis: Washington Has the Fastest Rising Overdose Rate in the Country

SEATTLE, Wash., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Public Health Seattle King County reports 1,060 overdose deaths involving fentanyl in 2023 – up nearly 50 percent from 2022. For World Health Day 2024, Seattle’s Church of Scientology invited a representative of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to shed light on the crisis.

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute announces two finalists of the 2024 South Central Regional Debate Series

DALLAS, Texas, April 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute is proud to announce the two finalists of the Great Communicator Debate Series South Central Regional Competition held in Dallas, TX on the campus of Southern Methodist University, home of the George W. Bush Presidential Center.

Alliance Group Promotes Travis Grenier to Vice President of Marketing

ATLANTA, Ga., April 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Group, a leader in the life insurance and annuity sectors, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Travis Grenier to Vice President of Marketing. Grenier, a ten-year veteran at Alliance Group, has been instrumental in developing the company’s internal video marketing production studio and program, setting a new standard in the independent marketing space within the life insurance and annuity industries.

Carlos Vazquez Enters New Role as Marketing Coordinator at Alliance Group

ATLANTA, Ga., April 17, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Group, a leading IMO in the life insurance and annuity sectors, is pleased to announce Carlos Vazquez’s transition to a full-time role as Marketing Coordinator within the company’s esteemed marketing team. After an impactful 15 months serving as a Special Assistant to the CEO, Vazquez will now lend his talents to the coordination, prioritization, and execution of daily tasks for the marketing team, further enhancing the support and resources available to Alliance Group’s independent agents, agencies, and partners.