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Tom Oxley to Keynote the 2024 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum in New York City

Tom Oxley to Keynote the 2024 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum in New York City

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report and BioElectRx Business Report newsletters, announced that the Seventh Annual Bioelectronic Medicine Forum will take place on April 5, 2024. The one-day event will be held at the New York Academy of Medicine in Manhattan.

Tom Oxley, Ph.D., M.D., will keynote the 2024 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum on April 5, 2024 in New York City
Photo caption: Tom Oxley, Ph.D., M.D., will keynote the 2024 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum on April 5, 2024 in New York City.

The keynote speaker at this year’s event is Tom Oxley, CEO of Synchron and an interventional neurologist at Mount Sinai Health System. Synchron’s internationally acclaimed stentrode device can record brain activity from within a blood vessel. In the intended application of the technology, the user’s thoughts are captured, decoded and passed wirelessly through the skin to enable control of digital devices that enable movement and speech restoration to previously paralyzed patients.

Executives and entrepreneurs from several early stage and startup bioelectronic medicine firms will make presentations at the conference. Among these are Sinaptica Therapeutics, Neurosoft Bioelectronics, Helius Medical, PathMaker Neurosystems, Five Liters, Nia Therapeutics, Backstop Neural, WISE srl, and NeuroSigma.

There will also be several informative panel discussions on key topics such as investment, emerging technologies, and reimbursement. Neurotech Reports editors James Cavuoto, Jeremy Koff, JoJo Platt, and Victor Pikov will moderate sessions at the event. A panel on investment will feature Diana Saraceni, General Partner at Panakes Partners, David Neustaedter, Venture Partner at Deerfield, and others.

Cirtec Medical is the Platinum Sponsor of the conference. MCRA is the Silver Sponsor and CorTec is the Bronze Sponsor.

“Bioelectronic medicine is one of the most promising new segments of the healthcare industry,” said James Cavuoto, editor and publisher at Neurotech Reports. “This seventh-annual conference will be a key meeting place for entrepreneurs and executives helping to build this industry.”

For more information on the 2024 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum, contact Neurotech Reports at 415 546 1259 or visit this link: http://neurotechreports.com/pages/bioelectronic-medicine-forum.html.

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Food and Beverage Industrial Planned Projects Remains Steady with 66 Projects in February 2024

Food and Beverage Industrial Planned Projects Remains Steady with 66 Projects in February 2024

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., March 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads announced today the February 2024 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Food and Beverage industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 66 new projects in the Food and Beverage sector as compared to 66 in January 2024.

Industrial SalesLeads - Food and Beverage Feb 2024 Report
Image caption: Research confirms 66 new projects in the Food and Beverage sector as compared to 66 in January 2024.

The following are selected highlights on new Food and Beverage industry construction news.

Food and Beverage Project Type

  • Processing Facilities – 45 New Projects
  • Distribution and Industrial Warehouse – 23 New Projects

Food and Beverage Project Scope/Activity

  • New Construction – 26 New Projects
  • Expansion – 24 New Projects
  • Renovations/Equipment Upgrades – 23 New Projects
  • Plant Closing – 5 New Projects

Food and Beverage Project Location (Top 10 States)

California – 12

Tennessee – 5

Illinois – 3

Indiana – 3

Kentucky- 3

New York – 3

Texas – 3

Alabama – 2

Florida – 2

Georgia – 2

Largest Planned Project

During the month of February, our research team identified 2 new Food and Beverage facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Nestle Purina Petcare, who is planning to invest $200 million for the expansion of their processing facility in FORT DODGE, IA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

Top 10 Tracked Food and Beverage Projects

FLORIDA:

Supermarket chain is planning to invest $145 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently acquired 168,500 sf processing and warehouse facility at 200 Accolade Ave. in ST. JOHNS, FL. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2026.

KANSAS:

Food product mfr. is planning for the construction of a 729,000 sf distribution center in OLATHE, KS. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

KENTUCKY:

Fresh produce company is planning to invest $50 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently acquired growing and processing facility at 900 Dahl Rd. in SOMERSET, KY.

INDIANA:

Specialty grocery chain is planning for the construction of a 183,000 sf distribution center in WHITESTOWN, IN. They have recently received approval for the project.

OHIO:

Food processing company is planning to invest $15 million for the construction of a warehouse in AKRON, OH. They are currently seeking approval for the project. They will relocate their regional operations upon completion.

ONTARIO:

Poultry company is planning for the construction of a 100,000 sf processing facility in STRATHROY, ON. They are currently seeking for the project and will relocate their regional operations upon completion.

NEVADA:

Nutritional supplement ingredients supplier is planning to invest $7 million for the expansion of their processing and warehouse facility in HENDERSON, NV by 92,000 sf. They have recently received approval for the project.

WISCONSIN:

Grocery retail chain is planning for the expansion of their distribution center in OAK CREEK, WI by 50,000 sf. They have recently received approval for the project.

TENNESSEE:

Oilseed processing company is expanding and planning for the construction of a 22,000 sf processing facility at their processing complex in MEMPHIS, TN. They have recently received approval for the project.

IOWA:

Agricultural cooperative is planning to invest $4.5 million for the expansion of their processing and storage facility in ELGIN, IA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

About Industrial SalesLeads, Inc.

Since 1959, Industrial SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team. Visit us at salesleadsinc.com.

Each month, our team provides hundreds of industrial reports within a variety of industries, including:

LEARN MORE: https://www.salesleadsinc.com/industry/industrial-manufacturing/

Fluid Metering, Inc. Unveils FENYX: A Revolutionary Leap in Fluidic Precision

Fluid Metering, Inc. Unveils FENYX: A Revolutionary Leap in Fluidic Precision

SYOSSET, N.Y., March 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fluid Metering, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fluid control solutions, proudly announces the debut of its groundbreaking variable dispense pump, FENYX (patent pending), heralding a new era of fluidic precision. Crafted to meet the evolving needs of the life sciences field, the FENYX integrates an advanced miniaturized fluidic system, enabling precise control of microliter volumes across a wide spectrum of applications.

Fluid Metering FENYX
Photo caption: A revolutionary leap in fluidic precision!

Not only does the FENYX variable dispense pump streamline flushing, priming, and dispensing into a single, cohesive unit, it also offers unmatched flexibility, allowing dispensing over various surfaces or wells through non-contact dispensing without requiring physical intervention. Pioneering components, such as a calibratable flag, anti-backlash mechanism, and encoder, address the escalating demand for heightened throughput, single microliter dispense volumes, and minimized downtime.

Harnessing Fluid Metering’s renowned CeramPump® technology, the FENYX boasts a sleek, low-profile design, delivering the industry’s expected levels of precision and accuracy even while dispensing over air. This breakthrough innovation is poised to redefine fluidic solutions within the diagnostic, biotechnology & medical device space, playing a pivotal role in achieving impactful outcomes.

“The FENYX isn’t just a pump; it’s a symbol of Fluid Metering’s commitment to innovation and our relentless pursuit of excellence in fluidic solutions. The FENYX marks our bold entry into the variable dispense pump market, expanding our capabilities beyond fixed dispense pumps. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey towards shaping the future of fluidic precision in life sciences,” said Sean Madden, Vice President, Commercial and Product Development at Fluid Metering, Inc.

Learn more: https://www.fluidmetering.com/fenyx

Fluid Metering, Inc.
Image caption: Fluid Metering, Inc.

About Fluid Metering, Inc.:

Fluid Metering, Inc. stands at the forefront of fluid control innovation, having revolutionized the industry with our patented valve-less rotating and reciprocating piston metering pump concept, providing unmatched pumping excellence and precise fluid control across Diagnostics, Biotechnology, and Medical Device applications. With over 60 years of OEM design experience, our engineering team is dedicated to meeting customer and application requirements with unparalleled accuracy, precision, and reliability.

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

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Scientology Tools for Life: Empowering South African Officials to Make a Difference at the Grassroots Level

Scientology Tools for Life: Empowering South African Officials to Make a Difference at the Grassroots Level

GAUTENG, South Africa, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 16, 2024, (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Councillor Sibongile Soxuza, deeply troubled by the pervasive issues of domestic abuse, drug addiction, poverty, corruption and crime within her communities, recognized the urgent need for action. As speaker of the council, responsible for nearly a million residents, she took a personal stand to effect change. Seeking a program that could deliver tangible results, she turned to the Scientology Volunteer Ministers life skills training program, reaching out to the Volunteer Ministers South Africa headquarters at Castle Kyalami in Midrand. The result? A comprehensive and effective training initiative for 350 Ward Committee members.

Emfuleni councillors completed the Scientology Tools for Life training
Photo caption: Emfuleni councillors completed the Scientology Tools for Life training and were awarded certificates and the bright yellow jackets and caps of the Volunteer Minister.

These Ward councillors, facing daily challenges, eagerly embraced the opportunity for change. Completing the 19 Tools for Life courses, they acquired a diverse array of skills—from resolving conflicts and tackling poverty and drug abuse to empowering youth, improving literacy, communication and ethical standards.

“It was more than I expected,” said one councillor, while another hailed it as the catalyst for constructive dialogue between the community and the municipality. Chief Ward Committee Coordinator Mr. Tefo Molakeng, instrumental in organizing the program, affirmed its potential to enhance lives. “This training will help them make lives better,” he said.

In recognition of the program’s transformative impact, Cllr. Soxuza extended her congratulations to the graduates and expressed her intent to establish a “lifelong partnership” with the Scientology Volunteer Ministers.

“Real community development begins with empowerment,” said Sandile Hlayisi, chairperson of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers of South Africa who delivered the training. “You first have to equip people with skills they can use to bring relief to themselves and others. We provide this training because we believe all our communities should be unified, empowered and prosperous.”

Scientology Tools for Life training is available free of charge on the Scientology website in 20 languages, including Sotho, Zulu and Xhosa. They contain the technology developed by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard for the Volunteer Ministers program. Mr. Hubbard described the Volunteer Minister as “a person who helps his fellow man on a volunteer basis by restoring purpose, truth and spiritual values to the lives of others.” They live by the creed: “A Volunteer Minister does not shut his eyes to the pain, evil and injustice of existence. Rather, he is trained to handle these things and help others achieve relief from them and new personal strength as well.”

For the full impact of South Africa’s Scientology Volunteer Ministers, watch the new feature-length documentary Operation: Do Something About It. Produced by Scientology Media Productions, the film is available on the Scientology Network on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse, and streams at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps, and via the Roku, Amazon Fire, and Apple TV platforms.

Since launching with an introduction by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in March 2018, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages.

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https://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/

https://www.scientology.tv/documentaries/operation-do-something-about-it.html

https://www.scientology.org/20-21/#scientology-volunteer-ministers-help-at-risk-populations-in-south-africa

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Using Human Rights Education to Create a Culture of Peace

Using Human Rights Education to Create a Culture of Peace

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Born in Iraq in 1974, Haetham Abdul-Razaq was 6 when war broke out between his country and Iran. Any childhood innocence or illusion of safety was shattered when his father disappeared and was presumed dead. Eight years of war, followed by harsh sanctions imposed on Iraq after the first Gulf War increased the hardship suffered by his family and his fellow Iraqis. “One common and fundamental principle is crucial to the well-being and prosperity of people, as well as the protection of their dignity, differences and ability,” Abdul-Razaq said in an interview with United for Human Rights. “That principle is believing, embracing and applying human rights to improve the world.”

Haetham Abdul-Razaq, founder of the San Antonio chapter of United for Human Rights
Photo caption: Haetham Abdul-Razaq, founder of the San Antonio chapter of United for Human Rights.

Abdul-Razaq immigrated to America in 2005 and set his sights on what he could do to help create a society based on human rights. He graduated from Texas State University, earned a master’s degree in sociology and a Ph.D. in culture, literacy and language from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He serves as a sociology professor and student mentor at San Antonio’s Northwest Vista College.

One challenge he faces is that his students take human rights for granted. Some are oblivious to human rights violations. So, he identifies human rights abuses, subtle or significant, to reach them with the importance of protecting their own rights and the rights of others.

He finds the educational materials of United for Human Rights (UHR) help his students draw a personal connection with the 30 articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. These rights cease being simply words on a page. They become vivid concepts with tangible impact on the quality of life.

Student comments on his classes illustrate Abdul-Razaq’s success. “He is extremely passionate about his job and students and really shifts your perspective on a lot of things,” wrote one. “He actually reignited my hunger to learn and expand my mind,” wrote another. “Really made you think about life and how you see things — things that I never really thought of,” wrote yet another.

Abdul-Razaq is founder of the United for Human Rights San Antonio Chapter and cofounder of the Arab American Community Network, a nonprofit established to “educate, empower, provide access to resources, utilize capacity building, and promote social change among Arab Americans.”

United for Human Rights (UHR) is a nonprofit, international education program sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists. Thanks to this support, United for Human Rights educational materials are available free of charge to anyone wishing to use them to educate others on these fundamental rights. UHR was inspired by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard’s belief that “Human rights must be made a fact, not an idealistic dream.”

For more information, watch Voices for Humanity, an original series featuring change-makers of all faiths, cultures, and nations who extend help to their communities through Scientology-sponsored humanitarian programs.

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https://www.youthforhumanrights.org

https://www.humanrights.com/course

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Hokanson, Peterson & Williams Clayton Win 2024 Top Postdoctoral Awards

Hokanson, Peterson & Williams Clayton Win 2024 Top Postdoctoral Awards

SEATTLE, Wash., March 15, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — During its annual conference, the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) announced that Sarah Hokanson, Ph.D., Karen Peterson, Ph.D., and Sade Williams Clayton, Ph.D., are the 2024 winners of the organization’s three most prestigious awards.

National Postdotoral Association
Image caption: National Postdotoral Association.

“These three awards represent the top honors that the NPA can bestow on individuals,” said Caleb M. McKinney, Ph.D., M.P.S., chair of the NPA board. “We should all pause to reflect on this trio of excellence in mentorship, distinguished service to the postdoctoral community, and impeccable leadership while in one’s postdoc position.”

The NPA Gallagher Mentor Award recognizes the very best of mentors across the nation who advocate for postdoctoral scholars, celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) values, and empower their postdoc scholars to succeed. The NPA is dedicated to both recognizing champions and serving as a model for greater DEIB across the postdoctoral community.

Dr. Sarah Hokanson was selected as the 2024 Gallagher Mentor of the Year today to a field of applauding peers. “Mentoring is my most important, fulfilling, and joyful responsibility,” she explained. “I am so grateful to be in collaborative learning relationships with such outstanding postdoctoral scholars and to have the opportunity to support them to make an impact through our work.” Hokanson is assistant vice president and assistant provost of research development for Ph.D. and postdoctoral affairs at Boston University.

The NPA Distinguished Service Award recognizes the highest appreciation for an individual who has demonstrated a profound, sustained, or leadership contribution to improving the postdoctoral experience. Today, that honor was bestowed on Dr. Karen Peterson, an early advocate and former board member of the NPA.

“I’m very honored to receive this award from the NPA,” commented Peterson, “which is leading the way to improve the lives of postdoctoral fellows and has been instrumental to my own career development over the past two decades.” Peterson is the scientific ombudsman and director of the Office of Scientific Career Development at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

This year, the NPA presented its first Postdoc of the Year Award, bestowing that honor on Sade Williams Clayton, Ph.D., a postdoctoral research fellow at Washington University in St. Louis. The award recognizes a postdoc who has advanced the postdoctoral community in an exceptional manner beyond their work duties and in alignment with the NPA mission and core values.

“I am so humbled by this recognition,” said Williams Clayton. “I applaud the National Postdoctoral Association for providing this award as a platform to uplift the hard work that postdocs provide at and away from the bench to better the academic community.”

“I’m thrilled that we are able to celebrate the incredible achievements of Dr. Williams Clayton beyond those of her day job,” said Tom Kimbis, executive director and chief executive officer of the NPA. “The launch of the NPA Postdoc of the Year Award sends another strong signal that the NPA recognizes the irreplaceable role of postdocs in the greater research environment.”

Individuals and organizations can follow the work of Drs. Hokanson, Peterson, and Williams Clayton online while also collaborating with the NPA, which is committed to advancing the skills and careers of our nation’s hard-working postdoctoral scholars.

About the National Postdoctoral Association:

The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charitable and educational association headquartered in Bethesda, MD. Founded in 2003, the NPA envisions an inclusive community where all postdocs are empowered, valued, recognized, and supported in their current and future endeavors. The NPA serves the entire postdoctoral community, including its 20,000 individual and 250 organizational members.

Learn more: https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/

NPA Annual Conference 2024:

Learn more: https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1779542

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Mortgage Industry Veteran Sara Holtz Joins Optimal Blue as Chief Marketing Officer

Mortgage Industry Veteran Sara Holtz Joins Optimal Blue as Chief Marketing Officer

PLANO, Texas, March 15, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue announced today that it has appointed Sara Holtz as chief marketing officer. As a seasoned marketing and communications leader, Holtz brings more than 20 years of career experience, including a decade of driving change in the mortgage industry. As chief marketing officer, Holtz will drive unified marketing and communications strategies to advance Optimal Blue’s business priorities and further extend the company’s influence.

Sara Holtz Joins Optimal Blue as Chief Marketing Officer
Photo caption: Sara Holtz Joins Optimal Blue as Chief Marketing Officer.

“As the only comprehensive capital markets solution in the mortgage industry, Optimal Blue helps lenders realize greater profitability and operational efficiency, which plays an essential role in making the dream of homeownership attainable for the American borrower,” said Holtz. “It’s an honor to join Optimal Blue – a company that’s been regarded for its innovation and expertise for decades. I am energized by the opportunity to build on the company’s momentum to drive meaningful transformation for Optimal Blue’s valued clients and the borrowers they serve.”

Holtz joins Optimal Blue from ICE Mortgage Technology, where she most recently served as vice president of demand marketing and communications. In this role, she led a dynamic team focused on generating sales opportunities and engaging industry audiences. Holtz joined ICE with the company’s acquisition of Ellie Mae in 2020. During her tenure at Ellie Mae, Holtz helped advance the company’s corporate communications strategies, including both internal and external brand narratives.

“Sara is a highly respected professional and her unique blend of experience makes her the perfect addition to Optimal Blue’s senior leadership team,” says Scott Smith, interim CEO of Optimal Blue. “She has a track record of proven leadership, and she will play an integral role as we continue to expand our position as the leader in mortgage secondary marketing technology.”

Holtz was honored as a HousingWire Marketing Leader in 2023, a prestigious award that celebrates the most creative and influential minds of the housing economy.

About Optimal Blue:

Optimal Blue is a market leader in mortgage secondary marketing technology. The company facilitates transactions among mortgage market participants through its Marketplace Platform, actionable data, and technology vendor connections. The platform supports a range of functions for originators and investors to automate and optimize core processes related to product, pricing, and eligibility, hedge analytics, MSR valuation, loan trading, social media compliance, and counterparty oversight. The company’s premier products are used by 68% of the top 500 mortgage lenders in the U.S.

For more information on Optimal Blue’s end-to-end secondary marketing automation, visit OptimalBlue.com.

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Argyle brings the mortgage industry’s highest-converting VOIE platform to The Mortgage Collaborative

Argyle brings the mortgage industry’s highest-converting VOIE platform to The Mortgage Collaborative

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, a platform providing automated income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, has joined The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, as a preferred partner. As a member of TMC’s Preferred Partner Network, Argyle will provide the cooperative’s lender members discounted access to its exemplary customer service and award-winning income and employment verification (VOIE) services, which outperform legacy verification services for a fraction of their cost.

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Argyle empowers mortgage lenders to verify income and employment, auto-retrieve paystubs and W-2s and qualify for Day 1 Certainty®—all at 60-80% less cost. Its coverage of the U.S. workforce, which includes 99% of the Fortune 1000, is superior to the three largest credit bureaus and delivers hit rates higher than other data providers.

Founded in 2013, TMC empowers mortgage lenders across the country with networking and professional development opportunities and by facilitating the sharing of best practices and technologies that drive market growth, efficiency and profitability. Of the more than 65 U.S. mortgage lenders that switched to Argyle in the last year, 18 are current TMC lender members. Argyle also offers native integrations with three TMC Preferred Partners: nCino, Dark Matter Technologies and FinLocker.

Argyle will make its debut as a TMC preferred partner at the cooperative’s The Mane Event conference taking place March 24-26 in Louisville, Kentucky. Argyle’s Chief Operating Officer Brian Geary will join LMCU Vice President of Mortgage Strategy John Harpst in presenting a case study session chronicling the credit union’s time savings, reduced costs and enhanced member experience since implementing Argyle.

“Argyle’s approach to lowering origination costs while enhancing the lender and borrower experience is well aligned with our mission of helping lenders better themselves and the communities they serve,” said TMC President and CEO Melissa Langdale. “We’re pleased to add to our Preferred Partner Network an income and employment verification platform that provides a meaningful competitive edge.”

“Joining The Mortgage Collaborative feels like coming home, because collaboration with our customers and integration partners has always been at the heart of Argyle’s journey,” said John Hardesty, general manager of Argyle’s mortgage division. “We could not have built the fastest, most cost-effective and most accurate income and employment verification platform without a profound understanding of the practical challenges lenders face every day. We look forward to the opportunity to serve and learn from the exceptional lenders within The Mortgage Collaborative community.”

About Argyle:

Founded in 2018, Argyle is the leading provider of direct-source access to income and employment data. As an authorized report supplier for Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter® validation service, a component of Day 1 Certainty®, Argyle empowers mortgage lenders to auto-retrieve paystubs and W-2s, understand consumers’ ability to pay and reduce repurchase risk—all at 60-80% less cost. Argyle’s commitment to innovation is backed by investors including Bain Capital Ventures, SignalFire, Checkr, and Rockefeller Asset Management.

For more information on Argyle’s industry-leading platform, please visit https://argyle.com/.

To stay up to date on all Argyle news, sign up for our newsletter here: https://argyle.com/blog/.

About The Mortgage Collaborative:

The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) was founded in 2013 by four notable industry leaders and is the nation’s largest independent mortgage cooperative network. TMC is singularly focused on creating an environment of collaboration and innovation for small to mid-size mortgage lenders across the country to reduce cost, increase profitability, and better serve the dynamic and changing consumer base in America. For more information, visit https://www.mortgagecollaborative.com/.

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Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Vienna Marked World Civil Defense Day by Sharing Their Unique Disaster Response Program With the Community

Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Vienna Marked World Civil Defense Day by Sharing Their Unique Disaster Response Program With the Community

VIENNA, Austria, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Civil Defense Day is marked every year on March 1st. It is a time to share information that can help shield individuals and property from natural disasters, accidents, and other crises. Trained in technology developed by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology Volunteer Ministers have helped countless victims recover from the emotional and spiritual stress and trauma of disaster. This year, the Church of Scientology Vienna commemorated the day by sharing its program with the community. Their Volunteer Ministers set up their bright yellow tent on Mariahilfastrasse, one of Vienna’s most popular shopping streets, to share their disaster response tools with the community at large.

Church of Scientology of Vienna introduced people to the Volunteer Ministers program
Photo caption: In honor of World Civil Defense Day, the Church of Scientology of Vienna introduced people to the Volunteer Ministers program and the Scientology Tools for Life.

The technology Mr. Hubbard developed for the Volunteer Ministers program is now available through free online courses in 20 languages through the Scientology website. As a result, it is possible for anyone to learn and use these skills. Called the Scientology Tools for Life, these courses apply not only to major manmade and natural disasters such as bombings, fires and floods. They are equally effective for addressing personal and family crises caused by broken marriages, illiteracy and substance abuse.

Since the start of the pandemic, Volunteer Ministers have contributed more than 10 million hours of service as shown in the feature-length documentary Operation: Do Something About It on the Scientology Network. In South Africa alone, more than 25,000 individuals have completed all 19 Tools for Life courses and joined the ranks of the country’s Volunteer Ministers helping in their communities, churches and schools.

The Church of Scientology Vienna is located at Capistrangasse 4. All are welcome to visit and learn more about Scientology and the humanitarian campaigns the Church supports.

Operation: Do Something About It is available on the Scientology Network on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse, and at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. Since launching with an introduction by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in March 2018, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 237 countries and territories in 17 languages.

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Avatar Construction Announces Multi-Family / Hotel Expansion

Avatar Construction Announces Multi-Family / Hotel Expansion

WATERTOWN, Mass., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Avatar Design & Construction, a leader in the construction industry, has announced the next phase of expansion in its Multi-Family & Hotel Design-Build Construction Division. Guiding this monumental growth is Chief Operations Manager Nazar Vincent, a visionary with a track record of executing innovative construction strategies.

Rendering of Grand Central Suites in Manchester N.H.
Caption: Grand Central Suites – 77 Unit Luxury Apartment Complex Being Built by Avatar Construction in Manchester NH.

The announcement comes at a time when demand for multifaceted, quality-oriented construction services is surging both regionally and across the nation. The strategic expansion underscores Avatar’s commitment to addressing this need with its trailblazing design-build solutions.

“It’s an honor to lead Avatar Construction to new heights,” says Vincent. “Our focus on cutting-edge, sustainable design is redefining what clients expect from their construction partners.”

Avatar announced the “Grand” series of luxury apartment complexes earlier this year that have already broken ground at two Manchester NH locations, with more properties slated over the next few years.

A Testament to Innovative and Sustainable Design-Build Construction

Avatar Construction is no stranger to the spotlight, with a bevy of high-profile projects already under its belt and several more both in progress and poised to start. The firm’s commitment to sustainability and modern construction methods is evident in every project they undertake. Their reputation for precision and reliability in multi-family and hotel environments has made them a preferred partner for complex and large-scale projects across the region.

“We are always looking for ways to push the boundaries and improve traditional construction methods,” says Vincent. “Our goal is not just to complete projects, but to exceed expectations and leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve.”

Investment Opportunities

In partnership with Bridgewater Development of Watertown MA, several opportunities are available for qualified investors seeking lucrative CRE investments with industry leading returns.

“Our purchasing experts are able to secure high-quality products and building materials at a fraction of the cost through extensive research and offshore purchasing power,” says Vincent. “This allows us to design projects with a much higher profit margin compared to other developers while still using superior designs, high-end materials, and the latest construction methods. In turn, we are able to share these profits with an elite group of investors who play a key role in the development of an exciting portfolio of projects across New England.”

With a minimum investment of $50,000, investors can join an industry leader that is helping shape the future of the region. Investment can be allocated to a single project or several with a choice of several exciting projects available. Qualified individuals and groups can apply at https://bridgewaterdevelopment.com/.

About Avatar Design & Construction

The Avatar team has been building ideas into reality since 1999. Avatar Construction provides comprehensive design-build construction contracting services throughout New England and the Northeast. The culture and systems used by Avatar Construction enable us to provide outstanding customer service to our clients.

We believe in a simple, yet extremely effective, approach to commercial construction – We call it Avatar Design + Build.

While many companies claim to offer design + build, few offer a solution that truly encompasses the entire project from start to finish and beyond. Over the years, we have developed and refined the Avatar Design/Build Process which has set us apart from others in the industry who cannot offer an A-Z design/build solution.

Project Capabilities

Commercial | Industrial | Multi-Family | Hotel | Residential | Land Development | Institutional | Manufacturing | Hospitality | Lab/Medical | Office Buildings | Parks & Golf Courses | Retail

Avatar Construction, Inc. & Bridgewater Development are headquartered in Watertown Massachusetts and can be reached by calling (617) 714-5773 or through the corporate websites.

Learn more:

https://avatarconstructioninc.com/

https://bridgewaterdevelopment.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/avatarconstructioncorp/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/avatar-construction-boston

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A Tip From the Church of Scientology to Help Make International Happiness Day Something to Celebrate

A Tip From the Church of Scientology to Help Make International Happiness Day Something to Celebrate

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — According to a February 2024 Gallup Poll, fewer than 50 percent of Americans are “very satisfied” with how things are going in their personal lives. With the International Day of Happiness approaching, Scientology Churches everywhere are opening their doors to the community to share The Way to Happiness, a booklet that can spell the difference between happiness and despair.

International Day of Happiness is celebrated March 20
Photo Caption: International Day of Happiness is celebrated March 20.

Written by L. Ron Hubbard, its 21 precepts form the first moral code based entirely on common sense. It can be applied by people of any faith or belief. And because it is translated into 118 languages it is universally accessible.

As L. Ron Hubbard explains in the book’s introduction: “You are important to other people. You are listened to. You can influence others. The happiness or unhappiness of others you could name is important to you. Without too much trouble, using this book, you can help them survive and lead happier lives. While no one can guarantee that anyone else can be happy, their chances of survival and happiness can be improved. And with theirs, yours will be.”

All are invited to attend and learn about the book that is credited with:

To find the nearest Scientology Church and reserve a seat, visit the Scientology global locator.

The Scientology Network airs public service announcements illustrating each of the 21 precepts of The Way to Happiness and a feature-length The Way to Happiness book on film.

It also features episodes of Voices for Humanity showcasing the movement in action.

To enroll on a free online course on The Way to Happiness, visit The Way to Happiness website.

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https://www.scientology.tv/documentaries/the-way-to-happiness.html

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Click n’ Close Announces One-Time Close Program to Address Home Buyer Challenges in Rural America

Click n’ Close Announces One-Time Close Program to Address Home Buyer Challenges in Rural America

ADDISON, Texas, March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Click n’ Close, a multi-state mortgage lender serving consumers and mortgage originators through its wholesale and correspondent channels, announced its latest mortgage product, One-Time Close (OTC) loan programs for government-insured mortgage products. This product is designed to aid homebuyers in rural America with down payment assistance, with availability in select markets.

Click n' Close, Inc.
Image caption: Click n’ Close.

“Given current market conditions, affordability is the number one challenge among potential homebuyers,” said Click n’ Close Owner and CEO Jeff Bode. “As prospective borrowers venture further out from cities and traditional suburban markets, Click n’ Close stands as a resource, providing powerful financing tools for both wholesale lenders and borrowers to make homeownership possible.”

Click n’ Close’s OTC program offers 100% loan-to-value (LTV) financing covering land, construction and closing costs, with no down payment or minimum investment required and the ability to finance the 1% USDA Guarantee Fee up to 101% LTV.

Other product features include:

  • Flexible debt-to-income ratios;
  • Eligibility for credit scores of 640 and above;
  • No prepayment penalties;
  • First-time homebuyer eligibility;
  • Absence of required reserves;
  • Seller/builder concessions up to 6%;
  • Utilization of eligible gifts for closing costs; and
  • Contingency account financing up to 10%.

To learn more about Click n’ Close’s wholesale team and check availability in your market, reach out to Soliman MartinezAdam Rieke or Kerry Webb. For existing clients, contact your Click n’ Close account executive to learn more.

About Click’ n’ Close, Inc.:

Click ‘n’ Close, Inc., formerly known as Mid America Mortgage, is a multi-state mortgage lender serving consumers and mortgage originators through its wholesale and correspondent channels and is also the nation’s leading provider of Section 184 home loans for Native Americans. In operation since 1940, Click’ n’ Close has thrived by retaining its entrepreneurial spirit and leading the market in innovation, including its adoption of eClosings and eNotes.

Combining this culture of innovation with a risk management mindset enables Click’ n’ Close to deliver new products to market that address the challenges facing both borrowers and third-party originators (TPOs). These innovations include its USDA one-time close construction loans, proprietary down payment assistance (DPA) program and reverse mortgage division. Its direct relationships with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae and private investors afford Click’ n’ Close direct access to the capital markets, thus ensuring maximum liquidity for its product innovations. By servicing its loan programs in-house, Click’ n’ Close provides its wholesale and correspondent partners with an additional level of certainty regarding loan salability and superior borrower service over the life of the loan.

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

Strategic Response Systems Rebrands as Stratify IT: Empowering Businesses for Over 20 Years

Strategic Response Systems Rebrands as Stratify IT: Empowering Businesses for Over 20 Years

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After over two decades of leading the industry with exceptional Managed IT, Cybersecurity, and GRC (Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance) services, Strategic Response Systems proudly announces its transformation into Stratify IT. This significant rebranding initiative reflects our commitment to continuously evolving and providing strategic technology solutions that empower businesses to excel in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Image caption: Stratify IT.

From our inception, strategic thinking has been ingrained in our DNA. We have consistently leveraged strategic foresight to anticipate industry trends, identify emerging challenges, and develop solutions that exceed our clients’ expectations. As we transition to Stratify IT, we carry forward this legacy of strategic excellence, solidifying our position as a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complexities of modern technology.

The decision to rebrand as Stratify IT is rooted in our mission to provide a competitive advantage to our clients. We believe that without an IT strategy, companies can waste a lot of money and time and lose out on competitive advantage. Technology should not only support businesses but also propel them forward by offering unique insights and opportunities for growth. At Stratify IT, we remain dedicated to delivering strategic technology solutions that empower our clients to outperform their competitors and achieve sustainable success in their respective industries.

“Our mission at Stratify IT is clear: to provide our clients with a competitive advantage in today’s fast-paced digital landscape,” said Sharad Suthar, CEO of Stratify IT. “For over 20 years, we have been pioneers in delivering strategic technology solutions that drive business success. As we embrace this new chapter as Stratify IT, we are more committed than ever to empowering our clients with the strategic insights and solutions they need to gain competitive advantage in today’s digital world.”

As part of the rebranding process, Stratify IT will continue to offer the same high-quality services and expertise that clients have come to rely on. Additionally, clients can expect enhanced resources, industry insights, and strategic guidance to help them navigate the complexities of technology and achieve their business objectives.

Nibelka Ventura, Director of Client Services at Stratify IT, expressed her enthusiasm about the rebranding, stating, “At Stratify IT, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We are excited to continue providing exceptional service and support as we embark on this new chapter together.”

Visit our new website at https://www.strategicresponsesystems.com/ to learn more about our comprehensive range of services and how Stratify IT can empower your business for success in the digital age.

About Stratify IT:

Stratify IT is a leading provider of strategic technology solutions, specializing in Managed IT, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and GRC services. With over 20 years of industry experience, we empower businesses to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape with confidence. Our strategic approach, combined with our unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence, enables us to deliver tailored solutions that drive efficiency, security, and compliance for our clients.

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Tax Relief CPA Alerts Delinquent Taxpayers as IRS Intensifies Collection Efforts and Audit Activities for 2024

Tax Relief CPA Alerts Delinquent Taxpayers as IRS Intensifies Collection Efforts and Audit Activities for 2024

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — James Cha, a CPA and a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist from Ace Plus Tax Resolution, alerts that the IRS is ramping up collections and tax audits in 2024, and urges taxpayers to act with tax relief strategies.

James M. Cha, CPA, Ace Plus Tax Resolution
Photo Caption: James Cha, CPA, of Ace Plus Tax Resolution.

IRS Increasing Audits, Collections, and Tax Levies in 2024

For years, the IRS paused many collection actions due to COVID-19, halting notices from its Automated Collection System. But in 2024, that reprieve ends as the agency ramps up collections and audits with increased funding.

If you haven’t received IRS notices recently about unfiled returns or unpaid taxes, expect that to change. The IRS is hiring more auditors and resuming collection notices aggressively. Be prepared for stepped-up IRS collections efforts in 2024.

2024 IRS Hiring Increase and Enforcement Efforts to Surge with New Funding

The Inflation Reduction Act provided $80 billion for the IRS to modernize and enhance tax enforcement. With the funds, the agency plans to hire thousands of new auditors, revenue officers, and personnel. The hiring blitz is already underway. James states, “the IRS currently has about 14,000 enforcement personnel but aims to rapidly expand its workforce, with a 55% auditor increase targeted for 2024 alone according to watchdog reports.”

Resumption of IRS Collection Notices

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRS took many steps to help taxpayers, including increased tax credits, new tax credits for employers, and halting many collection activities.

As of 2024, the IRS is sending out new collection notices, and it’s using Letter LT38 to alert taxpayers about upcoming collection notices. The agency is also sending out demands for payment and notices about unfiled returns.

If you have unpaid taxes or unfiled tax returns, expect to see the following notices soon:

  • LT38 – This notice alerts you of your unpaid tax debt and advises you that the agency is going to start sending out notices again. It also informs taxpayers of automatic penalty relief on failure-to-pay penalties for tax years 2020 and 2021 for taxpayers with assessed balances of $100,000 or less for each tax year.
  • CP59 – The IRS sends this notice to people with unfiled tax returns. You can respond by filing the enclosed Form 15103 which allows you to explain why you haven’t filed or why you’re not required to file. If you don’t respond, the IRS may issue a substitute for return to assess tax against you more than you were supposed to owe and start the collections process.
  • CP3219N – The IRS uses this notice of deficiency to alert people with unfiled returns about a proposed tax assessment made against them. When you receive this notice, you have 90 days (150 days if you’re out of the country) to file a tax return, appeal in Tax Court, or agree with the assessment.
  • CP504 – The IRS sends this notice to people with unpaid taxes before it seizes their state tax refunds and starts to seize other assets (wages, bank accounts, personal/business property, real estate, etc.). The IRS started sending these notices to people who owe for 2022 and older tax debts.

The IRS is boosting compliance efforts, intensely targeting high-income non-filers. In a Feb 29 announcement, the agency said it issued over 125,000 notices for unfiled 2017-2022 returns. Around 25,000 cases involve taxpayers with over $1 million income, while 100,000 are for those earning $400,000-$1 million.

However, that doesn’t mean you don’t have to worry if you have unpaid taxes and your income is lower than the above thresholds. Janet Yellen did not deny a claim that 90% of new IRS audits would be on individuals making less than $400,000 annually. Also, The IRS still uses the $200,000 threshold to measure high-income returns since it defined high-income taxpayers as those with a total positive income of $200,000 or more.

As the IRS continues to increase collection efforts through 2024 and beyond, the agency will reach out to millions of taxpayers at all kinds of income levels.

Taxpayer Options for Unpaid Taxes

Unpaid taxes can be extremely stressful, but there are options. The IRS offers the following payment plans and relief options to taxpayers who owe back taxes:

  • Installment agreement – Take up to the collection expiration date to make monthly payments on your tax debt. Interest and a small late payment penalty will continue to accrue on your account, but the IRS won’t pursue any collection actions against you.
  • Partial payment installment agreement – A special type of monthly payment plan with a reduced amount where the IRS waives the remaining balance at the end of the payment plan, but you must provide financial disclosure to prove that you’re paying the highest monthly payments that you can afford.
  • Offer in compromise – You pay the most you can afford to pay based on your income and assets in a lump sum or 24 monthly payments with this one-time settlement. The IRS forgives the remaining balance, but you must stay compliant with certain rules for the next five years or you risk losing the agreement.
  • Currently not collectible – To get your account marked as currently not collectible, you must prove to the IRS that you can’t afford to pay anything. Then, the IRS pauses all collection actions against you until your finances improve.

There are also other relief programs that may be able to help you. For example, unpaid payroll taxes can lead to severe consequences from the IRS, including the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty, levies, and seizures, but seeking professional tax representation can help resolve these issues and protect your business from the IRS’s aggressive collection actions.

Penalty abatement can reduce or eliminate penalties based on reasonable cause or first-time incidents. The IRS’s Innocent Spouse program helps taxpayers who are facing tax debt due to actions their spouse took without their knowledge. Additionally, depending on the situation, you may also want to look into tax appeals, OICs based on doubt of equity, or OICs based on effective tax administration.

Steps Towards Compliance: Responding to 2024 Notices

IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel said, “The IRS is now taking swift and aggressive action to close the tax gap and has a variety of efforts underway to improve compliance in overlooked areas.”

If you receive an LT38, CP59, CP504, or any other IRS collection notice, don’t ignore it. Failure to respond will lead to increased penalties and more interest, and it could subject you to involuntary collection actions such as tax liens, wage garnishments, tax levies, and passport revocation or denial.

A tax relief professional can also help you identify the best option and negotiate with the IRS on your behalf.

Get Ready for IRS Collections 2024

James advises, “There are numerous tax relief options that are put forth by the government, but individuals and business owners should seek an experienced tax relief specialist who can strategize, take full advantage, and save considerable sums of money for taxpayers.”

About Ace Plus Tax Resolution:

Ace Plus Tax Resolution provides customized solutions to taxpayers with IRS and state tax problems. James Cha is a CPA and Certified Tax Resolution Specialist at Ace Plus Tax Resolution, and has been representing his clients and dealing with the IRS for 35 years. His practice is in Los Angeles, yet his clients are all across the nation. Learn more at: https://aceplustaxresolution.com/

Contact him at (213) 600-7388 or James@AcePlusTaxResolution.com for a free consultation.

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Hilbish Ford Celebrates 70 Years Of Excellence In Kannapolis

Hilbish Ford Celebrates 70 Years Of Excellence In Kannapolis

KANNAPOLIS, N.C., March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hilbish Ford, located in Kannapolis North Carolina, proudly marks its 70th anniversary this month. Founded on March 19, 1954, by the visionary FG “Buddy” Hilbish, the dealership has been a trusted name in the Kannapolis and Concord communities.

Hilbish Ford celebrates their 70th anniversary
Photo caption: Hilbish Ford celebrates their 70th anniversary!

Buddy Hilbish, born on April 20, 1924, hails from Piney River, VA. After completing his education at Virginia Tech and the University of Virginia, Buddy was commissioned as an officer in the US Navy, proudly serving in World War II. Following his military service, he attended Harvard Business School, solidifying his foundation in business. Driven by ambition and a passion for the automotive industry, Buddy set a goal to become a Ford Dealer before his 30th birthday.

His determination and hard work paid off when he was appointed as the Ford Dealer in Kannapolis on March 19, 1954, just 30 days before his milestone birthday. Since then, Buddy Hilbish has been a rock in Kannapolis and Concord, displaying unwavering love for his family, staff, church, and the community at large.

As part of its 70th-anniversary celebration, Hilbish Ford proudly reflects on its legacy of giving back. Over the years, the dealership has made significant contributions to various organizations, demonstrating its commitment to community welfare.

Some notable beneficiaries of Hilbish Ford’s philanthropy include:

  • Boys and Girls Club
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters
  • Cooperative Christian Ministries
  • Cabarrus Partnership for Children
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Hospice of Cabarrus County
  • Atrium Hospital Foundation
  • Rotary
  • Kannapolis City Schools Teacher of the Month
  • Cabarrus County Schools Teacher of the Month
  • Cabarrus Meals on Wheels
  • Cabarrus Chamber of Commerce
  • Kannapolis Parks and Recreation-sponsored events
  • Concord City-sponsored events
  • YMCA
  • Kannapolis Cannon Ballers-sponsored events
  • Kannapolis Police
  • Concord Police
  • Rowan Cabarrus Community College
  • Cabarrus Arts Council

Hilbish Ford’s commitment to community service has left an indelible mark on Kannapolis and Concord. The dealership looks forward to many more years of serving its customers with excellence and continuing its tradition of making a positive impact on the community.

For more information about Hilbish Ford, please visit their website at: https://www.hilbishford.com/

Hilbish Ford, 2600 S Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28083.

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HitPaw Edimakor Win V2.7.0 Released with AI-Powered Features and an Enhanced Video Editing Experience

HitPaw Edimakor Win V2.7.0 Released with AI-Powered Features and an Enhanced Video Editing Experience

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor, a robust video editing software, has recently undergone a significant update with the release of Win V2.7.0. The upgraded version not only enhances existing features but introduces groundbreaking AI-powered tools, offering users an unparalleled creative experience.

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“Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your creative journey, HitPaw Edimakor Win V2.7.0 is the go-to choice,” says a spokesperson from HitPaw. “Artificial intelligence will fundamentally change the way video editing is done, making the creative process more efficient and enjoyable.”

New AI-driven Tools

Let’s take a look at what powerful artificial intelligence tools have been added to this video editing suite:

  • AI-Generated Script Templates: Powered by artificial intelligence, this innovative feature can automatically generate video scripts, streamlining users’ content creation process. Beyond efficiency, it delivers compelling video copywriting that quickly captivates the audience’s interest within a short timeframe.
  • AI Smart Cutout: With the Image AI Cutout feature, HitPaw edimakor Win V2.7.0 allows users to separate people or objects from the background. Now, you can easily change the background or inject other elements into your edits.

Enhanced Existing Features

This update is aim to provide users with a more fluid, efficient, and enjoyable editing experience. To achieve this, the following features have been further optimized:

  • Expanded Material Library: The update also expands the pool of trending image and video materials from the internet, helping users incorporate more fashionable and appealing elements into their videos.
  • Text-to-Subtitle Conversion: Say goodbye to time-consuming subtitle creation. With the new Text to Subtitle conversion feature, users can improve workflow efficiency and focus more on storytelling. Just paste your text and it automatically splits text into dynamic subtitle strips.
  • Enhanced Screen Recording: Experience an upgraded screen recording function with the addition of a recording camera, allowing for more dynamic and personalized recordings.
  • Timeline Refinement: Your editing experience is now smoother than ever with optimized details related to the timeline. Enjoy enhanced precision and control over your creative process.

Pricing & Availability

HitPaw Edimakor offers a range of subscription plans tailored to meet your unique needs. Users can take advantage of the ongoing Spring sale, available until early April, where the discounted price is now an exclusive. This limited-time offer makes HitPaw Edimakor Win V2.7.0 even more accessible to creators, ensuring cutting-edge video editing tools are within reach for all.

About Edimakor

At Edimakor, they are dedicated to transforming inspiration into reality, fostering a world filled with boundless creativity. As a leading video editor software provider, Edimakor also offers a range of multimedia solutions for creators, including screen recording, photo enhancement, voice changing, AI video generation, among others.

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March 13, the Birthday of Author, Humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard

March 13, the Birthday of Author, Humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — While Scientologists across the globe celebrate L Ron Hubbard’s birthday today, they are joined by millions more who honor him for the humanitarian activities he inspired and his impact on their lives. In his famous essay, “My Philosophy,” L. Ron Hubbard wrote “I like to help others and count it as my greatest pleasure in life to see a person free himself of the shadows which darken his days.

March 13 is L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday
Photo Caption: March 13 is L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday.

“These shadows look so thick to him and weigh him down so that when he finds they are shadows and that he can see through them, walk through them and be again in the sun, he is enormously delighted. And I am afraid I am just as delighted as he is.”

Scientologists worldwide honor the enduring legacy of L. Ron Hubbard, who has inspired a humanitarian movement that enriches lives across society.

Officials, religious leaders and more than 25,000 new Scientology Volunteer Ministers in South Africa know L. Ron Hubbard as the man who inspired a movement that contributed millions of volunteer hours on the frontlines during the pandemic and is empowering entire towns and cities across the nation with the Scientology Tools for Life skills development program.

Former addicts credit him for making it possible for them to live drug-free. They mark the turning point of their lives as the day they began the Narconon program, which is based on Mr. Hubbard’s research and writings.

And as shown in the Scientology Network original series I Am a Scientologist, L. Ron Hubbard’s wisdom has transformed the lives of countless individuals, empowering them to succeed and thrive.

Among the many honors L. Ron Hubbard earned is the Publishers Weekly Century Award for the book Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. The magazine describes Dianetics as “perhaps the best-selling non-Christian book of all time in the West.”

Smithsonian magazine lists L. Ron Hubbard among the 11 most influential religious figures in American history and one of the 100 most significant Americans of all time.

To learn more about L. Ron Hubbard and the religion he founded, visit the Scientology Network.

Several of L. Ron Hubbard’s books on film are available:

The Problems of Work: Scientology Applied to the Workaday World, The Way to Happiness, and Scientology: The Fundamentals of Thought.

The series L. Ron Hubbard Library Presents includes filmed versions of some of his most popular essays and articles including “My Philosophy,” “What is Greatness?” and “The Aims of Scientology.

The Scientology Network was launched in honor of L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday on March 12, 2018, with a special episode featuring Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church’s global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320 and can be streamed on Scientology.tv, on mobile apps, and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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GOALS Council Welcomes Soccer Resilience to a Live Roundtable Discussing Youth Sports and Mental Health

GOALS Council Welcomes Soccer Resilience to a Live Roundtable Discussing Youth Sports and Mental Health

PLANO, Texas, March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The GOALS Council, a strategic advisory body formed by Stack Sports and influential youth soccer leaders in 2021, will host their second virtual roundtable tailored for youth sports enthusiasts on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, featuring a distinguished panel of industry leaders discussing pressing topics identified by the GOALS Council.

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Caption: GOALS Council x Soccer Resilience Webinar: Mental Health Matters.

The GOALS Council welcomes a panel of industry leaders including Diego Bocanegra – Former Head Women’s Soccer Coach at the University of Houston, Jen Davis – Executive Director of the South Texas Youth Soccer Association, Dr. Brad Miller – Founder of Soccer Resilience and licensed clinical psychologist, and Wells Thompson – Founder and CEO of Soccer Resilience and former professional player of Major League Soccer.

The webinar will expand upon the crucial intersection of youth sports and mental health. Stack Sports believes in an era where the pressures on young athletes seem to intensify with each passing season, understanding the profound impact of sports on mental well-being has never been more imperative. A survey conducted by the Aspen Institute among over 3,000 youth in the Tacoma, Washington area, titled “State of Play Tacoma-Pierce County,” reveals a significant number of young athletes grappling with anxiety, depression, and even suicidal ideation. According to the Aspen Institute’s State of Play 2023: “More attention is being paid to the role that positive sports experiences can have on a child’s mental health, given that 42% of high school students today say they have experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. That’s up from 28% a decade ago. While all teens report increased mental health challenges, girls fare worse than boys.”

The panel will delve into this complex landscape, exploring strategies to nurture physical prowess and the mental fortitude necessary for young athletes everywhere to thrive on and off the field.

“The GOALS Council embodies growth, organization, advancement, and learning in soccer, making it the perfect conduit to dive into key issues affecting youth sports,” said Frances Fabian, Head of Partner Engagement at Sports Connect. “We are enthusiastic about this upcoming discussion and looking forward to creating actionable solutions at the community, regional, and national levels of soccer to drive positive change in the sport.”

To register for the upcoming webinar, please visit https://app.livestorm.co/sportsconnect/goals-council-live-round-table. For more information about The GOALS Council, please visit their website: https://stacksports.com/goals-council.

About Stack Sports:

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations.

Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars — Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/.

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Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby announce partnership with Stack Sports’ Skyhawks

Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby announce partnership with Stack Sports’ Skyhawks

PLANO, Texas, March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Skyhawks powered by Stack Sports has signed a two-year agreement with Imagine Rugby and Major League Rugby (MLR) to be their Official Youth Flag Rugby Partner. This will provide access to the Skyhawks’ extensive network with programming slated to launch this summer.

Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby announce partnership with Stack Sports Skyhawks
Image caption: Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby announce partnership with Stack Sports’ Skyhawks.

Skyhawks is the country’s leader in providing a safe, fun, and skill-based sports experience for children between the ages of 4 and 14. It hosts a series of camps and trainings for children across a diverse collection of sports, using those opportunities to teach life skills to its youth participants.

Imagine Rugby, as the official charity partner of MLR, is a non-profit organization focused on growing the game of rugby in the U.S. By partnering with Skyhawks, it will be able to create a new grassroots entry point to create increased exposure for boys and girls to one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S.

Imagine Rugby’s primary offering is providing flag rugby implementations into physical education classes by using a state-aligned curriculum. By partnering with Skyhawks, Imagine Rugby can broaden the entry point into this amazing sport and reach significantly more children. The program will teach children how to play the game while also instilling the core rugby values of teamwork, respect, and discipline with a focus on having fun.

“Leveraging the vast network of Skyhawks offers a unique and exciting opportunity to introduce rugby to a new generation, ensuring the game’s growth in the U.S. in the coming years,” said CJ Hussman, the executive director of Imagine Rugby. “We will be able to achieve significantly more growth by working with Stack Sports, while also ensuring an amazing experience for both boys and girls and putting us further along the road to achieving one million active young rugby players by the 2031 and 2033 World Cups.”

In addition to providing a unique opportunity for both boys and girls, Imagine Rugby is teaming with Skyhawks to build a solid foundation on which to grow flag rugby.

“We’re enthusiastic about flag rugby’s potential in the United States and dedicated to nurturing its growth from the ground up,” said Jason Frazier, General Manager of Skyhawks. “By partnering with Major League Rugby (MLR) and Imagine Rugby, we’re taking a significant step forward in fulfilling our mission to grow participation and expanding opportunities for rugby players nationwide.”

Central to this effort is the development of a beginner’s level coaching training program that will help bolster coaching and refereeing participation corresponding to the rise in youth engagement. This will provide additional employment opportunities for MLR players, as well as local club coaches and players who are interested in exploring coaching and youth sports as a career.

About Imagine Rugby

Imagine Rugby is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the official charity partner for Major League Rugby whose primary focus is on growth of grassroots play of rugby.  Their mission is to get a rugby ball into the hands of every kid across the U.S. with a goal of one million youth actively playing rugby by the 2031 & 33 World Cups in the U.S. The breadth of the Imagine program includes Flag Rugby, Community Colleges and Academy Rugby. The primary focus is on flag rugby implementations in School PE classes, already having more than 650 school actively participating nationwide.

About Major League Rugby:

Major League Rugby is a professional sports league entering its sixth season that represents the highest level of rugby competition in North America. The League evolved from seven teams in 2018 to 12 teams in 2023, featuring 11 from the United States and one from Canada. Matches are televised on Fox Sports, among other national and local market platforms. Select matches are available to stream live in North America on The Rugby Network, and all matches are available on The Rugby Network for international fans. MLR prides itself in fostering intense and high-stakes competition, while bringing together a passionate community built on the values of Respect, Inclusivity, and Tradition. For more information about MLR, visit https://www.majorleague.rugby/.

About Skyhawks:

Founded in Spokane, Washington in 1979, Skyhawks has established itself as one of the largest youth sports program providers in North America. Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons by “teaching life skills through sports”. Programs range from week-long summer camps to after-school programs, clinics, and leagues for children aged 18 months to 14 years old  in a variety of sports

About Stack Sports:

With over 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations.

Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars — Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/.

Tax attorney to millionaires, Allie Petrova, warns about new IRS tactics against taxpayers

Tax attorney to millionaires, Allie Petrova, warns about new IRS tactics against taxpayers

GREENSBORO, N.C., March 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — It is official now: The Internal Revenue Service is going after high-income taxpayers who need to be filing returns, reporting income, and coming to terms with overdue taxes, penalties, and interest, cautions renowned tax attorney and national speaker Allie Petrova, founder of Petrova Law PLLC, a premier tax resolution law firm.

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In its effort to improve tax compliance in the high-income categories, the IRS has started mailing out compliance letters to more than 25,000 individuals and families with more than $1 million in income earned during tax years 2017 through 2021. IRS compliance letters have also gone out to over 100,000 high-income earners with incomes between $400,000 and $1 million for the same period.

“Clients typically feel overwhelmed in these situations. It is important to not delay and to consult with a specialized tax attorney right away because deadlines are tight. The last thing you want is to miss an IRS deadline,” cautions attorney Petrova, who guides taxpayers with high-stakes tax debt in the six and seven digits. Attorney Petrova works with clients from all over the country.

Curiously enough, this is all low-hanging fruit for the IRS because these cases were flagged based on Forms W-2 and 1099 received by the IRS from third parties. The IRS was unable to match this income data with corresponding returns, which indicated that these high-income earners received income, but did not file tax returns.

What does that mean to you? Make sure you open your incoming mail, particularly from the IRS and the state tax authorities. Muster some courage and open it right away, do not let it linger on your desk or the kitchen counter.

In some cases, the IRS can file on behalf of taxpayers what is called a substitute for return based on income reported on Forms W-2 and 1099s. That leads to exorbitantly high taxable income because the IRS does not take into account all applicable deductions. Then, the taxpayer has the daunting task to prove that this taxable income should be lower.

If a taxpayer hasn’t filed tax returns for any of the immediately preceding couple of years, the first action to take would be having these returns prepared and filed after a consultation with a tax attorney.

“When a client came to my office recently, we discovered that her family – she and her husband – owed the IRS a balance of over $600,000. While she expected some balance due to non-routine transactions, the magnitude was a bit of a surprise. IRS balances can snowball with the added interest and penalties,” shares tax attorney Allie Petrova.

The IRS has been strengthening its enforcement efforts for a while now. Thanks to Inflation Reduction Act funds, it finally has the budget and funding to be impactful.

Many of Ms. Petrova’s clients are high net worth individuals who value privacy, peace of mind, and reliable solutions. “We look at tax issues from every angle and do everything possible to discover the best solution for each client and minimize the tax impact,” remarks attorney Petrova.

For more information about tax attorney Allie Petrova, visit: https://www.petrovalaw.com/who-we-are/galina-allie-petrova/

About Petrova Law PLLC:

Petrova Law is a national tax law firm which exclusively represents high-income taxpayers and businesses with high-stakes, high-value tax debt before the IRS and state tax authorities.

For more information about Patrova Law, visit: http://petrovalaw.com/.

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Major New Release! HitPaw Voice Changer V1.6.0 Update Announced!

Major New Release! HitPaw Voice Changer V1.6.0 Update Announced!

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Voice Changer, the go-to tool for effortless voice modulation, proudly announces the release of its latest version, V1.6.0. This update focuses on enhancing user interaction and simplifying operational workflows, ensuring even beginners can effortlessly harness the power of voice manipulation.

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LET’S CHECK OUT WHAT’S NEW IN V1.6.0

  • Enhanced User Interface:

HitPaw Voice Changer V1.6.0 update introduces an improved user interface for the Real-Time Voice Changer and Soundboard feature. It includes various voice effects categories such as character, celebrity, and singers, along with a convenient search box, enabling users to easily locate their favorite sound effects.

  • Simplified Operation:

This update simplifies the voice-changing process, eliminating unnecessary steps and complexities. Every aspect of the operation has been optimized for efficiency, making it easier than ever for beginners to achieve their desired results.

  • Updated with Various New Voice Effects:

In the latest V1.6.0 update, a plenty of interesting and trending voice effects have been added, featuring diverse categories such as character voice like Alastor, March7th, Peppa Pig, as well as singer’s voice effects like Ice Spice, Lisa, and more. This update caters to the varied preferences of users by offering a wide array of entertaining and popular effects, ensuring an enriched and personalized experience.

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About HitPaw:

HitPaw’s mission is to make digital creativity accessible to everyone. HitPaw provides the most innovative multimedia solutions such as video editing, voice changing, screen recording, watermark removal, image editing, photo enhancement, etc. to unleash the infinite creativity around the world.

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MMI Ranks No. 29 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Rocky Mountain Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

MMI Ranks No. 29 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Rocky Mountain Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, March 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it ranks No. 29 on Inc. 5000 Regionals: Rocky Mountain list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing Rocky Mountain private companies, based in Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI)
Image caption: Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI).

This year marks MMI’s third consecutive appearance on the Inc. 5000 list, having debuted in the top 1500 last year. The company has maintained a 149% growth rate over the last two years.

“While our continued financial success is gratifying, we are more proud to have played a pivotal role in guiding our customers through the uncertainties of the recent mortgage market,” said MMI Founder and CEO Ben Teerlink. “Our goal is to furnish each user – from major financial institutions to individual originators – with unparalleled data intelligence and insights that drive volume and enhance their operations. Being recognized on the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Rocky Mountain list for the third consecutive year is a tremendous honor for us and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the phenomenal team we’ve built at MMI. We’re continually expanding our offerings and capabilities, and with our recent acquisition of Bonzo and deep expertise in transaction data, our users have more insight and power than ever.”

The companies on the Inc. 5000 show a remarkable growth rate across all industries in the Rocky Mountain region. Between 2020 and 2022, these 72 private companies had an average growth rate of 122.44%. By 2023, they’d also added 3,838 jobs and $1.7 billion to the region’s economy.

“The honorees in our Inc. 5000 network are the Who’s Who of private companies. They’re energizing regional economies as they engineer the future of their industries. Learn who they are and what they do — they’ll be impacting things for a while,” said Eric Hagerman, Special Projects Editor at Inc. Media.

Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Rocky Mountain economy’s most dynamic segment–its independent small businesses. The complete results of the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Rocky Mountain, including company profiles, can be found at www.inc.com/RockyMountain.

About Inc. Media

The world’s most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent.

The associated Inc. 5000 Conference is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

About MMI

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) is a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company’s signature product, MMI, provides actionable intelligence for lenders, real estate agents, real estate brokerages, title companies and others in the real estate industry. MMI is currently used by more than 350 enterprise customers, including 20 of the top 25 lenders in the country. To learn more, visit https://mmi.io or contact sales@mmi.io.

NotaryCam Achieves Record RON Growth in 2023

NotaryCam Achieves Record RON Growth in 2023

HOUSTON, Texas, March 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and leading remote online notarization (RON) provider for real estate and legal transactions, announced significant growth in 2023, expanding its independent notary platform customer base by 46% and the number of loss mitigation-related RON transactions by 115%. The company also increased its medical credentialling remote notarizations by 45%, executing transactions in 160 out of 192 countries worldwide, and augmented its nationwide footprint by becoming an approved RON provider in North Carolina, Delaware and Illinois. With the passage of California’s RON legislation in late 2023, NotaryCam also prepared its platform to begin supporting transactions in this state.

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Image caption: NotaryCam Achieves Record RON Growth in 2023.

“We have taken massive strides this past year toward nationwide acceptance of RON and eNotary services,” said NotaryCam president Brian Webster. “With a 10% increase in year-over-year total transactions – even in a down market – NotaryCam is poised to drive even more RON adoption across multiple verticals in 2024 while also continuing to champion mortgage lenders’ digital transformation efforts.”

NotaryCam’s accomplishments contributed to maintaining its industry-leading 99.8 percent customer satisfaction rating and the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) amongst the best global tech brands.

The company’s other 2023 achievements include:

  • Suzanne Singer’s appointment as Director of Sales and Marketing;
  • President Brian Webster’s selection as a 2023 Vanguard awards program recipient by HousingWire and recognition as one of 2023’s Best in Finance by Inman;
  • The additional integration with Asurity® Partners’ cutting-edge mortgage document generation platform – Propel™; and
  • Inclusion in HousingWire’s annual TECH100 awards program for the fifth year.

About NotaryCam, a Stewart Company:

NotaryCam, a Stewart-owned company, is the leader in online notarization and mortgage eClosing solutions, having notarized documents worldwide for more than a million customers in all 50 states and more than 146 countries. The company’s eClose360® platform delivers the “perfect” online mortgage closing in every jurisdiction and supports all eClosing scenarios with a flexible workflow for document recording and unparalleled identity verification, security and customer convenience. In addition to real estate transactions, NotaryCam provides RON services to many Fortune 500 companies as well as small and midsize businesses. The company also proudly maintains an industry-leading 99.8 percent customer satisfaction rating and the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) amongst the best global tech brands.

Visit https://www.notarycam.com/ for additional information or to get a document notarized today.

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Scientology Volunteer Ministers: Helping First Responders Deal With the ‘Human Factor’ in Times of Disaster

Scientology Volunteer Ministers: Helping First Responders Deal With the ‘Human Factor’ in Times of Disaster

MIAMI, Fla., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 12, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — America’s emergency response personnel are heroes. They are dedicated to saving property and lives. But there is another factor in disaster relief: the ongoing spiritual and emotional consequences of disasters to both first responders and victims. Scientology Volunteer Ministers reached out at Disasters Expo USA 2024 in Miami March 6 and 7 to share simple techniques anyone may learn to help with this “human factor” that is so crucial to the quality of life.

Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Florida, disaster response veterans
Photo caption: Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Florida, disaster response veterans, share the technology they use to help alleviate the long-term effects of stress and trauma.

Since 2005, when they were recognized as “Hurricane Heroes” for helping victims of Hurricane Charley, the state’s Volunteer Ministers have responded to major disasters in Florida, nearby states, and throughout the Caribbean, earning them the respect of disaster and emergency response professionals for the quality of their care.

A team of these disaster response veterans set up their signature bright yellow tent at the expo and introduced those attending to the Volunteer Ministers program and its life-affirming technology.

In South Africa, the Gauteng Department of Health partners with the country’s Volunteer Ministers to train its emergency and disaster personnel. “This Tools for Life skills program is not just theoretical training,” said the station manager of Emergency Medical Services of the West Rand City municipality. “We also need help.” He found these courses prevent burnout by addressing “real, daily life challenges.”

“The Tools for Life made me more resilient,” said the chief chaplain of the Gauteng Department of Health. They helped him find “the knowledge and strength that I can face more pressure going forward.”

Those trained in this technology are far more able to interact with victims and help them overcome their trauma.

Among those presenting the program at the Disasters Expo USA booth were veterans of the Volunteer Ministers’ response to Hurricane Ian, which wreaked havoc in Southwest Florida in 2022. Feedback from victims of that hurricane show the impact of the skills these victims have learned and use.

“We’ve been waking up every morning to this devastation,” said one victim “and these guys are just the bright part of our day.” “Now that you’re here, I’m not overwhelmed anymore,” said another. “I’m going to be able to survive this and put everything in my life back together. People helping people is the silver lining of the whole disaster.”

Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard developed the Scientology Volunteer Ministers program in the mid-1970s to empower people wishing to help those in need. “A Volunteer Minister does not shut his eyes to the pain, evil and injustice of existence. Rather, he is trained to handle these things and help others achieve relief from them and new personal strength as well,” he wrote.

The tools he developed for the program are now available as free online courses on the Scientology and Volunteer Ministers websites.

It is this training that makes the difference between someone who wishes he could help and someone who knows he can and does so whenever the need arises.

For the full impact of the Volunteer Ministers program, watch Operation: Do Something About It, a feature-length documentary on the Church of Scientology global response to the pandemic. Produced by Scientology Media Productions, the film is available on the Scientology Network on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse, and streams at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps, and via the Roku, Amazon Fire, and Apple TV platforms.

Since launching with an introduction by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in March 2018, the Scientology Network, available in 240 countries and territories in 17 languages, has earned 135 industry awards. From 2020 to 2023, the network introduced more than 20 million new people to Scientology.

LEARN MORE:

https://www.volunteerministers.org

https://www.scientology.org/courses

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6sxsSt2Srg

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Photo caption: Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Florida, disaster response veterans, share the technology they use to help alleviate the long-term effects of stress and trauma.

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Spring Buying Season Kicks Off With an Uptick in Purchase Applications Despite Climbing Interest Rates

Spring Buying Season Kicks Off With an Uptick in Purchase Applications Despite Climbing Interest Rates

PLANO, Texas, March 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, Optimal Blue released its February 2024 Originations Market Monitor report, which reveals that the spring homebuying season has kicked off with a jump in monthly purchase mortgage locks. The seasonal spike in purchase locks propelled a net increase in origination activity, even as higher interest rates led to steep declines in mortgage refinances.

Optimal Blue Issues February 2024 Originations Market Monitor
Image Caption: Optimal Blue Issues February 2024 Originations Market Monitor.

Key findings from the February 2024 Originations Market Monitor report, which reflects month-over-month changes in mortgage lock data, show:

  • Lock activity up despite steep decline in refinances: Rate lock volumes saw a 5% increase due to a notable 8.3% increase in purchase activity. The rise in purchase activity outpaced the decrease in refinancing activity, which fell by 22.5% for rate/term refinances and 3.1% for cash-out refinances.
  • Purchase market nearing its floor: Purchase lock counts, which control for changing home prices, rose 7%, a significant growth compared to the 2% increase in the same period last year during a similar uptick in interest rates. The 7% year-over-year decline in lock activity was the smallest such drop since the Fed began hiking interest rates in March 2022.
  • Interest rate trend reverses: The benchmark Optimal Blue Mortgage Market Indices (OBMMI) observed an end to three consecutive months of rate declines — the result of strong economic readings, which significantly lowered market expectations of a near-term rate cut. The OBMMI 30-year conforming rate index rose 36 bps to 6.89%, FHA rose 28 bps to 6.66%, VA rose 41 bps to 6.50%, and jumbo rose 37 bps to 7.35%.
  • Non-conforming products see gains: Non-conforming loan products, including jumbo and non-QM loans, claimed an additional 183 basis points of market share, ending the month with 11% of the total volume. Meanwhile, conforming loans maintained a steady 57%, with slight decreases in FHA and VA loans.
  • ARMs become slightly more popular: The rate increase nudged the share of ARM loans up, though they still account for only 6% of total production volume. The current economic scenario, particularly the inverted yield curve, will likely constrain further demand growth for these products.
  • Credit quality and loan amounts continue upward trend: Credit quality continued to improve across all loan products, except VA loans, which held steady. The average loan amount increased from $355.6K to $359.3K, while the average home purchase price climbed from $444.9K to $454.1K.

“As the spring buying season commenced, we saw a resurgence in purchase locks, despite the rise in interest rates,” said Brennan O’Connell, director of data solutions at Optimal Blue. “Although lock counts were down on a year-over-year basis, the rate of decline is decelerating and suggests we may be nearing a floor for purchase lending in the current rate environment.”

View the full February 2024 Originations Market Monitor report for more detail: https://www2.optimalblue.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/OB_OMM_FEB2024_Report.pdf

About the OMM Report:

Each month, Optimal Blue issues the Originations Market Monitor report, which provides early insight into U.S. mortgage trends. Leveraging lender rate lock data from the Optimal Blue PPE — the mortgage industry’s most widely used product, pricing, and eligibility engine — the Originations Market Monitor provides a view of early-stage origination activity.

Nothing herein shall be construed as, nor is Optimal Blue providing, any legal, trading, hedging, or financial advice.

About Optimal Blue

Optimal Blue is a market leader in mortgage secondary marketing technology. The company facilitates transactions among mortgage market participants through its Marketplace Platform, actionable data, and technology vendor connections. The platform supports a range of functions for originators and investors to automate and optimize core processes related to product, pricing, and eligibility, hedge analytics, MSR valuation, loan trading, social media compliance, and counterparty oversight. The company’s premier products are used by 68% of the top 500 mortgage lenders in the U.S.

For more information on Optimal Blue’s end-to-end secondary marketing automation, visit https://OptimalBlue.com/.

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Floify introduces flexible pricing with the introduction of Lender Edition

Floify introduces flexible pricing with the introduction of Lender Edition

BOULDER, Colo., March 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS), today announced the launch of Lender Edition, a newly badged version of the popular mortgage point-of-sale that introduces a flexible per-loan pricing option for mortgage lenders.

Floify
Image caption: Floify.

Floify Lender Edition is the counterpart to Broker Edition, a one-stop lending platform configured for the needs of mortgage brokers that was introduced in December 2023. Lender Edition is specifically designed to address the challenges faced by mortgage lenders, such as supporting best-in-class borrower experience, while maintaining efficient production and controlling costs.

Lender Edition maintains core features popular among Floify users such as an intuitive interface for borrowers and lenders, automated document management workflows, free native eSign functionality, verification of income and employment waterfall functionality, loan progress transparency, and much more.

In the coming months, Floify will introduce new integrations with popular borrower verification report providers and an eClosing vendor, as well as enhanced functionality with existing integration partners.

“While some vendors are squeezing lenders on pricing during market hardship, Floify is committed to being a supportive partner by being flexible on pricing without compromising access to product features or quality. Lender Edition is designed to tackle the industry’s biggest challenges head-on, providing unparalleled support for creating optimal borrower experiences and achieving operational excellence,” said Floify President and General Manager Sofia Rossato. “We make it possible for lenders to provide a sleek and intuitive loan management portal for borrowers and manage pipelines effectively at a cost-effective price point.”

Lender Edition can be quickly deployed and comes equipped with dozens of native integrations, which gives lenders rich, plug-and-play functionality that reduces operational redundancy.

Visit https://bit.ly/3OZjbt3 to learn more about Lender Edition.

About Floify:

Floify is a digital mortgage automation solution that streamlines the loan process by providing a secure application, communication, and document portal between lenders, borrowers, referral partners, and other mortgage stakeholders. Loan originators use the platform to collect and verify borrower documentation, track loan progress, communicate with borrowers and real estate agents, and close loans faster. The company is based in Boulder, Colorado and is a subsidiary of Porch Group, Inc. (“Porch Group”) (NASDAQ: PRCH). For more information, visit the company’s website at https://floify.com/ or on social media at Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter / X.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this release may be considered “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although the Company believes that its plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot assure you that it will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning the Company’s possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events, or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by, or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates,” “intends,” or similar expressions.

These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Porch and its management at the time they are made, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: (1) expansion plans and opportunities, and managing growth, to build a consumer brand; (2) the incidence, frequency, and severity of weather events, extensive wildfires, and other catastrophes; (3) economic conditions, especially those affecting the housing, insurance, and financial markets; (4) expectations regarding revenue, cost of revenue, operating expenses, and the ability to achieve and maintain future profitability; (5) existing and developing federal and state laws and regulations, including with respect to insurance, warranty, privacy, information security, data protection and taxation, and management’s interpretation of and compliance with such laws and regulations; (6) the Company’s reinsurance program, which includes the use of a captive reinsurer, the success of which is dependent on a number of factors outside management’s control, along with reliance on reinsurance to protect us against loss; (7) uncertainties related to regulatory approval of insurance rates, policy forms, insurance products, license applications, acquisitions of businesses or strategic initiatives, including the reciprocal restructuring, and other matters within the purview of insurance regulators; (8) reliance on strategic, proprietary relationships to provide the Company with access to personal data and product information, and the ability to use such data and information to increase transaction volume and attract and retain customers; (9) the ability to develop new, or enhance existing, products, services, and features and bring them to market in a timely manner; (10) changes in capital requirements, and the ability to access capital when needed to provide statutory surplus; (11) the increased costs and initiatives required to address new legal and regulatory requirements arising from developments related to cybersecurity, privacy, and data governance and the increased costs and initiatives to protect against data breaches, cyber-attacks, virus or malware attacks, or other infiltrations or incidents affecting system integrity, availability and performance; (12) retaining and attracting skilled and experienced employees; (13) costs related to being a public company; and (14) other risks and uncertainties discussed in Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, and in Part II, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023, as well as those discussed in subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), all of which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

Nothing in this release should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the forward-looking statements in this release do not reflect the potential impact of any divestitures, mergers, acquisitions, or other business combinations that have not been completed as of the date of this release. Porch does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of changed circumstances, new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

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Church of Scientology in Sydney Hosts a Multicultural Festival Honoring Those Who Serve the Community

Church of Scientology in Sydney Hosts a Multicultural Festival Honoring Those Who Serve the Community

SYDNEY, Australia, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Church of Scientology Advanced Organization in Sydney, Australia, hosted the “Thanking Festival” of the Australian Multicultural Arts & Values (AMAV) that honored 48 community groups for their outstanding service to the community.

The Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology Sydney were awarded for their help in times of disaster
Photo caption: The Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology Sydney were awarded for their help in times of disaster including their work in Eugowra in the wake of devastating floods.

In addition to the awards presentation, guests learned to apply first aid skills such as CPR and the care of injuries. And the lead Volunteer Minister of the Church of Scientology of Sydney demonstrated a simple Scientology assist – one of a series of techniques developed by humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard to help people recover from the stress and trauma so often present in times of disaster.

The Scientology Volunteer Ministers were among those awarded for their response in the wake of last year’s devastating floods that damaged some 80 percent of the homes and businesses of the New South Wales town of Eugowra. In addition to weeks salvaging belongings, digging homes and businesses out of the mud and restoring order to local farms, they also helped residents overcome the emotional and spiritual effects of the disaster. The work of these volunteers is featured in a video in an interactive timeline on the Scientology website.

“When the Volunteer Ministers came,” says one Eugowra resident, “it was a calming influence” as they cleared away “the most horrendous debris … working day and night virtually.” “They saw something that needed doing and they did something about it,” said another. “It made all the difference to me,” said yet another person helped by the volunteers. “Made me feel like I had friends and support.”

The bright yellow T-shirts and jackets of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers are a welcome and familiar sight in times of disaster. Firefighters battling the annual bushfires that devastate the country appreciate their personal care. The Volunteer Ministers provide water and food and a place to relax between shifts. And firefighters often comment that Scientology assists make it possible for them to continue their work despite arduous conditions and lack of sleep.

The Scientology Volunteer Ministers program is a religious social service developed in mid-1970s by Mr. Hubbard, who wrote: “If one does not like the crime, cruelty, injustice and violence of this society, he can do something about it. He can become a Volunteer Minister and help civilize it, bring it conscience and kindness and love and freedom from travail by instilling into it trust, decency, honesty and tolerance.”

Their motto is no matter the circumstances, “Something can be done about it.”

The work of the Volunteer Ministers of Sydney is featured in an episode of the original series Destination Scientology on the Scientology Network. And the story of how the religion harnessed the full power of its global network of facilities and volunteers to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic with the largest humanitarian mobilization in the Church’s history is documented in the new feature-length film, Operation: Do Something About It.

Both films are available on the Scientology Network on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse, at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. Since launching with an introduction by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in March 2018, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories in 17 languages.

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https://www.scientology-sydney.org

https://www.scientology.org/22-23/#volunteer-ministers-australia-floods

https://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/

https://www.scientology.org/courses/assists/overview.html

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Photo caption: The Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology Sydney were awarded for their help in times of disaster including their work in Eugowra in the wake of devastating floods.

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Sports Medicine Podiatrist to Serve Kissimmee, Lake Nona Communities

Sports Medicine Podiatrist to Serve Kissimmee, Lake Nona Communities

KISSIMMEE and LAKE NONA, Fla., March 8, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Trevor Baddaloo, DPM, a board-certified podiatrist who previously worked with the Miami Heat, recently joined Florida podiatric group Modern Foot & Ankle and will begin seeing patients on Monday. After working in private practice in New York, Dr. Baddaloo is thrilled to trade in the cold for sunny Central Florida. He will be practicing alongside Dr. Vanisaben Patel at the Lake Nona and Kissimmee locations, with a special connection to the latter.

Dr. Trevor Baddaloo of Modern Foot and Ankle
Image caption: Dr. Trevor Baddaloo.

“My connection to Kissimmee is not just professional but deeply personal,” Dr. Baddaloo explained. “With family residing in this welcoming community, my yearly visits have allowed me to appreciate the people, the landscape, and, of course, the theme parks.

“The prospect of now practicing in the vibrant landscape of Kissimmee-Orlando is both a homecoming and an exciting venture,” he continued. “Beyond the enriching professional opportunities, I look forward to contributing to the health of a community that holds a special place in my heart.”

Skilled in all facets of podiatric healthcare, Dr. Baddaloo also has a special interest in wound care, diabetic foot care, minimally-invasive procedures, and, most notably, sports medicine—in fact, he trained with the Miami Heat’s team podiatrist for three years during his residency.

“Working with high-level athletes allowed me to hone my sports medicine skills significantly,” Dr. Badaloo shared. “Beyond that, my patients can count on my commitment to long-term wellness through preventative strategies and patient education.”

A major factor in Dr. Baddaloo’s decision to join Modern Foot & Ankle, which is renowned for its dedication to patient-centered care and medical innovation, was how closely his own clinical approach aligned with the group’s core values and mission.

“Rooted in compassion, my approach resonates with the values upheld by our practice, ensuring every patient receives personalized, top-tier podiatric care,” he shared. “Together, we can forge a path where expertise meets empathy.”

The offices are located at 3070 Loopdale Lane in Kissimmee and 10016 Wellness Way in Lake Nona. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Baddaloo, visit book.mfahealth.com or call 1-844-MODERN9.

About Modern Foot & Ankle®:

Through Big-City Technology. Small-Town Care.® Modern Foot & Ankle is reshaping the patient experience and curating a progressive model for podiatric healthcare. Our physicians provide comprehensive medical and surgical solutions for foot and ankle conditions in clinics across Florida. With 24/7 online booking and check-in, extended office hours, advanced on-site equipment, and cutting-edge treatment options, Modern Foot & Ankle serves patients efficiently, comfortably, and on their schedule.

For more information, visit https://www.modernfootankle.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Lindsay Siegel, Modern Foot & Ankle

Phone: (813) 549-5678

Email: marketing@mfahealth.com

Small Business Expo D.C. – You’re Invited: Earn Chances To Win A Free iPad From Teal

Small Business Expo D.C. – You’re Invited: Earn Chances To Win A Free  iPad From Teal

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Teal, a managed service provider for organizations that value responsive support and cybersecurity, invites business leaders to visit their booth at the Small Business Expo for three chances to win an iPad on April 4, 2024.

Teal at Small Business Expo D.C.
Image caption: Teal at Small Business Expo D.C.

How to Enter the Giveaway

To earn all three entries into the giveaway, attendees must:

  • Be one of the first 50 people to stop by booth #416.
  • Have a Teal staff member scan their business card.
  • Follow Teal on LinkedIn by scanning the QR code at the table.

Event attendees who miss the chance to be one of the first 50 people at the booth can still earn two entries using the other two methods.

Additionally, Teal staff will hand out free resources to help professionals improve their IT strategies.

ABOUT THE EVENT

The Small Business Expo, a free event in major U.S. cities, is designed to empower small business professionals to take their organizations to the next level.

Washington attendees can look forward to:

  • Expert-led seminars that offer deep dives into industry insights.
  • Dynamic speed-networking sessions, designed to forge meaningful connections quickly.
  • Interactive workshops focused on actionable strategies for business growth.
  • Exclusive opportunities to meet and collaborate with top vendors in the industry.

“The Small Business Expo is brimming with incredible opportunities for small business leaders,” said Gar Whaley, Teal Chief Revenue Officer and Cofounder. “It’s the largest business-to-business trade show and networking event in America. So, we’re excited to make new connections and share how business leaders can mature their organizations with managed IT services.”

Some of the highlights for the day include building foundations for business credit, how to start selling in Amazon’s store, and five steps to successful digital marketing. The full schedule is available on their website.

Attendees are encouraged to download the Small Business Expo app and review the Attendee Handbook before April 4th to have a successful experience.

Learn more:

https://www.thesmallbusinessexpo.com/city/washington-dc/

https://www.thesmallbusinessexpo.com/the-small-business-expo-app/

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vQsXHK8kNmU5LqN_yk4doI-Y2uY9DPJzZ395Y-FDU1KnXBpsvZN3NH8O0FOnWmcnpjBu3wBgUX6Tq9Z/pubhtml?urp=gmail_link&pli=1

More information:

For more information about the giveaway or Teal, please contact Brittany Watson at (703) 740-8797 or email at brittany.watson@tealtech.com.

About Teal

Teal provides exceptional managed IT solutions for small- to medium-sized organizations that value real partnerships and elevated security – strategically accelerating their partner’s growth and protecting them from evolving digital threats. With over two decades of experience, Teal enriches lives by delivering ultra-responsive services, prioritizing integrated cybersecurity, and investing in their staff.

Small business leaders deserve to optimize their technology investments and empower their teams with an award-winning partner who genuinely cares about their success. Visit the website for information on Teal’s services or follow @TealMSP on LinkedInYouTube, Facebook, and X/Twitter.

Learn more: https://tealtech.com/services/

‘Devolution of Power’ Confronts the question – If the Federal Government Cannot Unite the U.S., How Does the Nation Divide?

‘Devolution of Power’ Confronts the question – If the Federal Government Cannot Unite the U.S., How Does the Nation Divide?

GREAT FALLS, Va., March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — William L. Kovacs, an award winning author, presents “Devolution of Power: Rolling Back the Federal State to Preserve the Republic” (ISBN: 978-1960499790), a roadmap to promote freedom in a polarized nation by unwinding a massive federal government that cannot manage the complexity it has created.

DEVOLULTION OF POWER by William L Kovacs
Image caption: “Devolution of Power: Rolling Back the Federal State to Preserve the Republic” by William L. Kovacs.

Author William L. Kovacs continues his commentary on reforming a federal government that has become so powerful, costly, and complex that it has separated itself from the citizens it is to serve. Unlike many books on government reform, “Devolution of Power” is not just a list of complaints that leave the reader seeking solutions.

It addresses restructuring the federal government before it collapses the nation by:

  • Rekindling the idea that government officials must serve as fiduciaries, not self-interested politicians.
  • Providing alternative mechanisms for rolling back federal power.
  • Outlining a restructuring plan to devolve federal power to the states.
  • Identifying practical options for trimming the national debt and the federal bureaucracy.
  • Describing the character traits needed by elected officials to restore trust in government.

Books on the devolution of power have been written about the UK, Scotland, and New Zealand. Devolution of Power is the first to address the issue in the United States.

Kovacs notes, “While devolving federal domestic powers to the states seems to be an impossible task, it is far easier to achieve than rebuilding a collapsed nation burdened with massive debt, regulatory sclerosis, continuous wars, and little concern for the average American.”

William L. Kovacs has been involved with the most complex policy issues in the nation for over four decades. He was a senior vice president at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he testified before Congress thirty-eight times, participated in several hundred federal rulemakings, and led numerous business coalitions on policies including regulatory reform, energy, environment, climate change, telecommunications, data quality, and government transparency.

During his service as chief counsel in the House of Representatives, he served as lead counsel on two landmark laws in one Congress: The Reorganization of the Penn Central Railroad into Conrail that preserved commerce in the U.S., and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the nation’s first law regulating hazardous waste. In 2019 Kovacs received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who’s Who.

His first book, “Reform the Kakistocracy: Rule by the Least Able and Least Principled Citizens,” was awarded the 2021 Independent Press Award for Social/Political Change. He writes for numerous publications, and a compilation of over one hundred and fifty of his articles are on his website, https://www.reformthekakistocracy.com/. His second book is “The Left’s Little Red Book on Forming a New Green Republic.”

His books are found on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Amazon purchase link for his latest book, “Devolution of Power: Rolling Back the Federal State to Preserve the Republic”: https://a.co/d/0Blv71r.

iEmergent brings actionable mortgage market intelligence to credit unions as ACUMA affiliate member

iEmergent brings actionable mortgage market intelligence to credit unions as ACUMA affiliate member

DES MOINES, Iowa, March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, announced it has joined the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) as an affiliate member. Since its founding nearly a quarter century ago, iEmergent has worked with credit unions and other lenders to identify missed mortgage opportunities and close gaps in market coverage. As an ACUMA affiliate, iEmergent will leverage its deep experience and award-winning technology to help the trade association’s nearly 400 credit union members build and execute data-driven mortgage growth, recruitment and referral partner strategies.

iEMERGENT
Image caption: iEmergent.

Mortgage MarketSmart, iEmergent’s cutting-edge market intelligence and forecasting platform, reveals mortgage opportunity down to the neighborhood level by projecting loan production metrics on maps that can be overlaid with robust external data sets like historical lending metrics, demographic and income data, real estate agent and listing intelligence, community points of interest, census tract-level opportunity forecasts and more. Mortgage MarketSmart gives credit unions everything they need to quantify and act on market growth opportunities, including diverse lending and recruiting strategies that support financial institutions’ fair lending and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) obligations.

“We bring mortgage opportunities to life for credit unions, showing them exactly where their members are and where their gaps in coverage lie, and then we work hand in hand to build effective strategies for closing those gaps,” said iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli. “We look forward to helping ACUMA members—all credit unions that have made a conscious investment in mortgage lending—capture more markets and, in so doing, better serve the home financing needs of members.”

ACUMA is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering credit unions and credit union service organizations (CUSOs) to provide premier real estate and home loan services for their members. Its membership encompasses a diverse group including federal and state-chartered credit unions, CUSOs, mortgage insurance firms, secondary market investors, investment banking entities and technology providers specializing in mortgage lending solutions.

“It’s our goal to provide credit unions with access to the best education and resources within the housing finance industry. This is supported by iEmergent’s ability to identify and close market gaps in mortgage lending,” stated ACUMA President Peter J. Benjamin. “We’re excited to welcome iEmergent and present this valuable resource to our members.”

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/.

TAGS: @iemergent @ACUMA #creditunions #housingfinance #housingequity #housingeconomy #mortgage

Lending execs share top concerns, priorities in The Mortgage Collaborative’s 2024 Pulse of the Network survey findings

Lending execs share top concerns, priorities in The Mortgage Collaborative’s 2024 Pulse of the Network survey findings

AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced the completion of its “Pulse of the Network” survey for 2024. The full report features lenders’ top five critical issues for the year, top 10 goals and anticipated strategies for success.

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC
Image caption: The Mortgage Collaborative.

Select findings from this year’s report are as follows:

Top Concerns

When asked to rank-order the most critically important issues facing mortgage lenders today, respondents identified business development as their top concern. And while 36.7% of respondents have their sights set on expansion, three in five respondents said they were more worried about attaining or retaining profitability than growing market share.

Top Priorities

Unsurprisingly, respondents identified growing volume as their top objective for 2024. To that end, they’re looking at recruiting processes (21% are working with recruiters) and diversifying referral relationships to ensure their companies are set to take advantage of every opportunity. And while implementing new technology ranked relatively low among mortgage business objectives for 2024, respondents flagged customer relationship management (CRM) platforms as the one part of the tech stack they’ll prioritize evaluating this year.

“Based on this year’s survey results, lenders’ priority for 2024 seems to be getting better but not necessarily bigger,” said TMC President and CEO Melissa Langdale. “The compounding effects of rising interest rates, low inventory and affordability challenges have battle-tested lenders over the last year, and with some measure of relief on the horizon in the form of expected lower interest rates, lenders are planning to use this breathing room to improve operations, maximize existing opportunities for new business and shore up reserves that may have been depleted in the pursuit of survival in 2023.”

To inquire about the full findings from this year’s survey, contact mlangdale@mtgcoop.com.

Methodology

Two thousand mortgage lending executives from TMC’s lender member network of independent mortgage bankers (IMBs), banks and credit unions across the United States were invited to participate in the survey. Of those who responded, 49% were independent mortgage bankers (IMBs), 44% were banks and the remaining 7% were credit unions. All respondents were key decision-makers, more than half of them holding C-suite positions or their equivalent (CEO, COO, CLO, President, or Head of Operations). All responses were collected between December 15, 2023, and January 15, 2024.

About The Mortgage Collaborative:

The Mortgage Collaborative was founded in 2013 by four notable industry leaders and is the nation’s largest independent mortgage cooperative network. TMC is singularly focused on creating an environment of collaboration and innovation for small to mid-size mortgage lenders across the country to reduce cost, increase profitability, and better serve the dynamic and changing consumer base in America.

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

Informative Research Announces Mortgage Lenders Using Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter Can Now Validate Income and Employment with AccountChek

Informative Research Announces Mortgage Lenders Using Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter Can Now Validate Income and Employment with AccountChek

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced that lenders using Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter® (DU®) can now leverage a 12-month asset verification report to validate income and employment in addition to assets with a single asset report. By using direct deposit banking data to evaluate income and employment, lenders can streamline processes and improve the borrower experience.

Informative Research
Image caption: Informative Research.

“AccountChek has long been a trusted source of data to validate a consumer’s assets, rent payments and cash flow, and now with the ability for lenders to leverage bank account data for the purpose of validating a consumer’s income and employment in DU, we offer even greater value to our customers,” said Informative Research Head of AccountChek Brian Francis. “By allowing DU users to leverage one report to satisfy multiple verification needs, Fannie Mae has provided lenders with a tremendous lift in terms of productivity and expense management [1]. Additionally, lenders do not have to order a special report to participate in this program, as AccountChek already provides the needed transaction data to DU in the existing asset report.”

Once borrowers have authorized access to their financial information via AccountChek, the system retrieves the relevant information – including income deposits, expenses, and account balances – and generates a comprehensive report summarizing the data. This data is shared with the lender’s point-of-sale platform and/or loan origination system, and in the AccountChek dashboard. AccountChek’s direct integration with DU ensures the necessary data flows into DU as part of the loan submission to analyze income and employment eligibility along with assets.

In addition to improving operational efficiency and lowering costs, using a single source of data for assets, income and employment verification may also help lenders:

  • Streamline large deposit verification by reducing documentation requirements.
  • Enhance the borrower experience by reducing the documents borrowers have to provide, which could increase the chances of securing borrowers’ business.
  • Achieve Day 1 Certainty® through relief from representation and warranties when income, employment, and/or asset information is validated, which may increase loan quality and reduce repurchase risk.

“With DU, lenders can now get even more benefits from using a single 12-month asset report,” said Peter Skarnulis, Fannie Mae Vice President, Business Account Management Solutions. “We continue to look for ways to help lenders streamline their validation processes and improve the borrower experience, and this latest enhancement helps them do just that.”

In addition, lenders may increase the number of borrowers that receive an Approve/Eligible recommendation in DU by assessing eligibility through rent payment identification and a cash flow assessment.

“We’re constantly looking for ways to innovate in the underwriting space,” said Mark Fisher, Fannie Mae Vice President for Credit Risk Solutions. “Now, with a 12-month asset report, DU offers even more value than before, benefiting both lenders and borrowers.”

Fannie Mae has established clear guidelines and resources to facilitate the onboarding of lenders into the program, ensuring a seamless transition to streamlined verification processes.

To get started, visit Fannie Mae’s webpage, and submit the request form to begin the activation process: http://www.fanniemae.com/singlesource.

About Informative Research

Informative Research, a Stewart company, is a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community. The solutions provider currently serves mortgage companies, banks, and lenders throughout the United States. The company is recognized for streamlining the loan process with its straightforward service model, progressive solutions, and cutting-edge technology. To learn more, visit https://www.informativeresearch.com/.

CITATIONS:

[1] In a survey of pilot lenders, 50% saw some level of cost savings over their existing third-party report costs. Customer results may vary.

Stride Autism Centers Hosts Open House in Coralville, Iowa

Stride Autism Centers Hosts Open House in Coralville, Iowa

CORALVILLE, Iowa, March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”) is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its center in Coralville, Iowa. Their mission is clear: to become an integral part of the local community while making a meaningful impact in the lives of preschool children with autism.

Stride Autism Centers Hosts Open House in Coralville, Iowa
Stride Autism Centers Hosts Open House in Coralville, Iowa.

Stride cordially invites you to experience their state-of-the-art facility and its comprehensive offerings, they are hosting an Open House event on Thursday, April 11th, and extend a warm welcome for you to join them. The event promises guided tours, appetizers, and free autism screenings for children under the age of 6.

Coralville ABA Therapy open house event details:

  • Where: 2850 Coral Ct., Coralville, IA 52241
  • When: Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 4:30–7:00 p.m.
  • Who: Everyone is invited (bring the kids)!

What to Expect: Whether you’re eager to deepen your understanding of autism, learn about the gold standard of autism treatment, called applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy, or explore the unique features of a preschool-like learning environment for children with autism, this event is tailored to your interests.

At the Open House, you will have the opportunity to interact with our dedicated clinical leadership who will be on-site to address any inquiries you may have. Additionally, there will be an information session on autism and ABA therapy, coupled with insightful guided tours of the newly established center.

Notably, Stride Autism Centers’ team of specialized autism professionals will be providing free on-site autism screenings for children under the age of 6. Stride Autism Centers is proud to offer a comfortable and family-friendly environment where you can obtain the information you need.

To register for the event please visit this websitehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/stride-autism-centers-coralville-open-house-tickets-849611138787?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email us at info@strideautismcenters.com. Or if you know you’d like to attend the open house, reserve your free spot today!

About Stride Autism Centers:

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. Stride has numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska. Stride’s full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills.

Families interested in learning more can contact Stride Autism Centers at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska), or visit the Stride website at https://stridecenters.com/.

If you’re interested in a rewarding career assisting children with autism, please visit https://stridecenters.com/careers/ to view our available positions.

MEDIA CONTACT

Brad Zelinger

email info@stridecenters.com

Volunteers From the Church of Scientology Ask, Do You Know Your Rights?

Volunteers From the Church of Scientology Ask, Do You Know Your Rights?

CANBERRA, Australian Capital Territory, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Australia’s 26th annual Canberra National Multicultural Festival brought together more than 170 diverse communities to share their customs, history, and heritage through food, art, song and dance. But while Australians today pride themselves on diversity and inclusion, this was not always the case. And ingrained bias and prejudice can die hard. This is why volunteers from the Church of Scientology brought their human rights education initiative to the festival.

26th Canberra National Multicultural Festival
Photo caption: Volunteers from the Church of Scientology brought Youth for Human Rights, the human rights campaign they support, to the 26th Canberra National Multicultural Festival.

Despite its diversity today, with nearly 30 percent of Australia’s population born overseas, cultural and ethnic inclusion is a relatively new concept.

From the devastating treatment of the country’s First Nation people beginning with England’s colonization, to the 1901 “White Australia Policy” that continued through World War II, bias and prejudice was ingrained in the culture, and, according to a 2023 Monash University study, these attitudes persist to this day.

This is why educating youth on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is essential. And what better place to share the campaign than at a festival like this that promotes respect for different cultures, beliefs and attitudes. Youth for Human Rights International’s materials help people of all ages understand the 30 rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights — rights that apply to all people, all cultures and all geographic zones.

Volunteers from the Church of Scientology reached out to youth with What Are Human Rights? booklets, materials produced by the Church-sponsored human rights educational campaign. Those staffing festival booths were happy to accept sets of these materials for visitors to take home with them.

Educators in countries around the world routinely comment on how Youth for Human Rights materials change attitudes by reaching kids where they live. “Student groups to whom I’ve shown the Youth for Human Rights video, The Story of Human Rights found it inspiring. They perceived it as a catalyst for social change and becoming more involved in their communities,” said one educator. They really take home the message that human rights start with people like them.

The materials “definitely get students’ attention,” said a middle school teacher. “I’ve noticed how much more aware my students are of each other’s feelings and they have begun, some for the first time, to have an awareness of their own rights as human beings.”

“I feel that this program affects me by creating a deeper regard toward human rights,” said a student age 14. “From this point on, I’ll feel more empathetic and respectful of others’ rights and change how others think about what we deserve.”

United for Human Rights and its program for young people, Youth for Human Rights, are inspired by author, humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, who said: “Human rights must be made a fact, not an idealistic dream.” In a world where people are barraged by reports of human rights violations, Scientologists work to uplift the culture by promoting full implementation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights through United for Human Rights, one of the world’s broadest human rights education and public information initiatives.

These materials are available in 17 languages on the website of United for Human Rights, including a free e-course on the background, history and significance of the document and each of its 30 articles.

The Scientology Network includes human rights programs: a documentary on the history of human rights, public service announcements on the 30 articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and episodes of the original series Voices for Humanity featuring ardent human rights activists who have used these materials to create positive change in their communities, cities, countries and beyond.

The Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and streams at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

Since launching with an introduction by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in March 2018, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories in 17 languages.

LEARN MORE:

https://www.humanrights.com

https://www.youthforhumanrights.org

https://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/

MULTIMEDIA:

https://www.scientology.tv/documentaries/the-story-of-human-rights.html

VIDEO:

https://www.scientology.tv/documentaries/the-story-of-human-rights.html

https://www.scientology.tv/series/voices-for-humanity/pascal-nwoga.html

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Photo caption: Volunteers from the Church of Scientology brought Youth for Human Rights, the human rights campaign they support, to the 26th Canberra National Multicultural Festival.

TAGS: #Canberra #CanberraNationalMulticulturalFestival #HumanRights #YouthforHumanRights #UnitedforHumanRights #ScientologyNetwork #UniversalDeclarationofHumanRights

MCT Reports a 20.9% Increase In Mortgage Lock Volume Amidst Rising Rates

MCT Reports a 20.9% Increase In Mortgage Lock Volume Amidst Rising Rates

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, has reported a 20.9% increase in mortgage lock volume in February compared to the previous month. To gain comprehensive insights into the market dynamics, industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report.

MCT Lock Volume for February by Transaction Type
Image caption: Lock Volume for February by Transaction Type.

This month’s increase comes against a backdrop of rising interest rates, a robust jobs market, and a stronger-than-predicted CPI report. Despite the prevailing market conditions, the twenty percent increase in mortgage lock volume showcases positive buyer sentiment within the industry. However, it’s important to note that this month-over-month uptick represents a relative change, reflective of the traditionally slower winter buying season.

Looking ahead, the Federal Reserve will closely monitor forthcoming non-farm payroll and inflation reports to inform decisions regarding potential rate adjustments. Andrew Rhodes, Senior Director and Head of Trading at MCT, emphasized the significance of these impending reports, stating, “The upcoming non-farm payroll and CPI reports will have a significant impact on the decision for the upcoming Fed meeting in terms of forward guidance. If we continue to see higher than anticipated job and inflation reports, we could see market expectations start to push rate cuts out to Q3 or later which could act to depress mortgage volume.”\Bottom of Form

To access the comprehensive insights provided by MCT’s Lock Volume Indices, interested parties are encouraged to download the full reporthttps://mct-trading.com/press-release/20-percent-increase-mortgage-lock-volume-amidst-rising-rates/.

MCT’s Lock Volume Indices present a snapshot of rate lock volume activity in the residential mortgage industry broken out by lock type (purchase, rate/term refinance, and cash out refinance) across a broad diversity of lenders (e.g., sizes, products/services offered, business models) from MCT’s national footprint.

About MCT:

For over two decades, MCT has been a leading source of innovation for the mortgage secondary market. Melding deep subject matter expertise with a passion for emerging technologies and clients, MCT is the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology. From architecting modern best execution loan sales to launching the most successful and advanced marketplace for mortgage-related assets, lenders, investors, and network partners all benefit from MCT’s stewardship. MCT’s technology and know-how continue to revolutionize how mortgage assets are priced, locked, hedged, traded, and valued – offering clients the tools to perform under any market condition.

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

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

Down Payment Resource’s Veronica Khandelwal named to National Mortgage Professional’s 2024 Women of Inspiration list

Down Payment Resource’s Veronica Khandelwal named to National Mortgage Professional’s 2024 Women of Inspiration list

ATLANTA, Ga., March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting home buyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Vice President, Housing Finance Authority (HFA) Relations, Veronica Khandelwal, has been named to the 2024 Women of Inspiration list by National Mortgage Professional, an American Business Media publication.

Veronica Khandelwal of Down Payment Resource
Image caption: Veronica Khandelwal of Down Payment Resource.

Khandelwal combines her passion for affordable lending with broad mortgage product development experience to help lenders connect consumers with homebuyer assistance programs nationwide. She was brought on by DPR to manage its HFA relationships, and she has since been promoted twice for her exemplary leadership. More recently, Khandelwal has helped hire, train and manage DPA and HFA experts dedicated to taking the industry-first homebuyer assistance platform to the next level, nearly doubling the size of the team.

Prior to Down Payment Resource, Khandelwal worked in mortgage product development at Fifth Third Bank, where she was the go-to subject matter expert for all affordable lending programs.

“We are extremely proud of Veronica and agree wholeheartedly that she’s an exemplary woman of influence on many fronts,” said Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource. “Her passion for helping historically underserved homebuyers is only matched by her passion for helping lenders uplift buyers by training them on programs designed to help consumers afford the upfront costs of a mortgage loan — one of the most significant financial barriers to homeownership.”

“Being recognized on the Women of Inspiration list is a profound honor and a testament to the collective effort of our team at Down Payment Resource,” said Khandelwal. “This accolade not only highlights my personal commitment to making homeownership more accessible but also shines a light on the importance of affordable lending programs in empowering consumers and transforming lives. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this mission and to be part of a movement that champions inclusion and equality in the mortgage industry. Together, we are breaking down barriers to homeownership and paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future.”

About Down Payment Resource:

Down Payment Resource (DPR) is the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions. With a database that tracks more than 2,200 programs and toolsets for mortgage lenders, multiple listing services and API users, DPR helps housing professionals connect homebuyers with the assistance they need. DPR frequently lends its expertise to nonprofits, housing finance agencies, policymakers, government-sponsored enterprises and trade organizations seeking to improve housing affordability. Its technology is used by five of the top 10 retail mortgage lenders by volume, three of the four largest real estate listing websites and 600,000 real estate agents. For more information, visit https://downpaymentresource.com/.

TAGS: @DwnPmtResource @NatlMortgagePro #downpaymentassistance #DPA

Floify’s Sofia Rossato honored with National Mortgage Professional’s 2024 Women of Inspiration award

Floify’s Sofia Rossato honored with National Mortgage Professional’s 2024 Women of Inspiration award

BOULDER, Colo., March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that President and General Manager Sofia Rossato has been recognized as a National Mortgage Professional (NMP) 2024 Woman of Inspiration. The award recognizes women who are trailblazers, visionaries and leaders in the mortgage industry.

Sofia Rossato of Floify
Photo caption: Floify President and General Manager Sofia Rossato.

Rossato was tapped to lead Floify in Spring 2022 after its acquisition by Porch Group. Taking the helm of a fintech during a historically brutal housing market, Rossato proved her mettle as a leader by strengthening Floify’s market footprint with customer empathy and business acumen.

During her time at Floify, Rossato has overseen the rapid rollout of features to help lenders and broker customers optimize operations and improve borrower service, such as verification of income and employment waterfall and dual Automatic Underwriting System functionality. Rossato also oversaw the roll-out of Floify Broker Edition and led the company to become a Technology Industry Partner for NAMB.

“I am deeply honored to be named a Woman of Influence, a recognition that reflects the collective effort and dedication of the entire Floify team,” said Rossato. “Together, we have navigated through challenging times, driven by our commitment to innovation and excellence in service to our clients. Our goal has always been to make the mortgage process more accessible, efficient and user-friendly for everyone involved, from lenders and brokers to the end borrowers. This accolade reinforces our mission to transform the mortgage industry through technology and compassion. I am inspired by the progress we’ve made and am excited for the future.”

Prior to Floify, Rossato was managing director and COO for the billion-dollar information division of $17B fintech, IHS Markit. She also was CEO of SnapEngage, an omni-channel messaging platform and early adopter of AI.

About Floify

Floify is a digital mortgage automation solution that streamlines the loan process by providing a secure application, communication, and document portal between lenders, borrowers, referral partners, and other mortgage stakeholders. Loan originators use the platform to collect and verify borrower documentation, track loan progress, communicate with borrowers and real estate agents, and close loans faster. The company is based in Boulder, Colorado and is a subsidiary of Porch Group, Inc. (“Porch Group”) (NASDAQ: PRCH). For more information, visit the company’s website at https://floify.com/ or on social media at Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter / X.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this release may be considered “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although the Company believes that its plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot assure you that it will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning the Company’s possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events, or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by, or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates,” “intends,” or similar expressions.

These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Porch and its management at the time they are made, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: (1) expansion plans and opportunities, and managing growth, to build a consumer brand; (2) the incidence, frequency, and severity of weather events, extensive wildfires, and other catastrophes; (3) economic conditions, especially those affecting the housing, insurance, and financial markets; (4) expectations regarding revenue, cost of revenue, operating expenses, and the ability to achieve and maintain future profitability; (5) existing and developing federal and state laws and regulations, including with respect to insurance, warranty, privacy, information security, data protection and taxation, and management’s interpretation of and compliance with such laws and regulations; (6) the Company’s reinsurance program, which includes the use of a captive reinsurer, the success of which is dependent on a number of factors outside management’s control, along with reliance on reinsurance to protect us against loss; (7) uncertainties related to regulatory approval of insurance rates, policy forms, insurance products, license applications, acquisitions of businesses or strategic initiatives, including the reciprocal restructuring, and other matters within the purview of insurance regulators; (8) reliance on strategic, proprietary relationships to provide the Company with access to personal data and product information, and the ability to use such data and information to increase transaction volume and attract and retain customers; (9) the ability to develop new, or enhance existing, products, services, and features and bring them to market in a timely manner; (10) changes in capital requirements, and the ability to access capital when needed to provide statutory surplus; (11) the increased costs and initiatives required to address new legal and regulatory requirements arising from developments related to cybersecurity, privacy, and data governance and the increased costs and initiatives to protect against data breaches, cyber-attacks, virus or malware attacks, or other infiltrations or incidents affecting system integrity, availability and performance; (12) retaining and attracting skilled and experienced employees; (13) costs related to being a public company; and (14) other risks and uncertainties discussed in Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, and in Part II, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023, as well as those discussed in subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), all of which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

Nothing in this release should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward-looking statements will be achieved. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the forward-looking statements in this release do not reflect the potential impact of any divestitures, mergers, acquisitions, or other business combinations that have not been completed as of the date of this release. Porch does not undertake any duty to update these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of changed circumstances, new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

February 2024 Jumps to a Strong 150 New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects

February 2024 Jumps to a Strong 150 New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., March 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads announced today the February 2024 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 150 new projects in the Industrial Manufacturing sector as compared to 150 in January 2024.

February 2024 results for the new planned capital project spending report
Image caption: February 2024 results for the new planned capital project spending report.

The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

Industrial Manufacturing – By Project Type

  • Manufacturing/Production Facilities – 134 New Projects
  • Distribution and Industrial Warehouse – 61 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing – By Project Scope/Activity

  • New Construction – 46 New Projects
  • Expansion – 38 New Projects
  • Renovations/Equipment Upgrades – 68 New Projects
  • Plant Closings – 15 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing – By Project Location (Top 10 States)

Ohio – 16

Indiana – 12

Georgia – 10

New York – 9

Texas – 8

Illinois – 7

Massachusetts – 7

Michigan – 7

North Carolina – 7

Quebec – 7

LARGEST PLANNED PROJECT

During the month of February, our research team identified 19 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Micron Technology Inc., who is planning to invest $100 billion for the construction of a 7.2 million sf manufacturing complex in CLAY, NY. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction will occur in phases, with completion slated for 2030.

TOP 10 TRACKED INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING PROJECTS:

NEW YORK:

Semiconductor mfr. is planning to invest $12 billion for the construction of a 358,000 sf manufacturing facility on their manufacturing campus in MALTA, NY. The project includes the expansion of their existing plant. Construction is expected to start in 2025.

NORTH DAKOTA:

Mining company is planning to invest $2 billion for the construction of an iron manufacturing facility in UNDERWOOD, ND. They have recently received approval for the project.

NEW YORK:

EV mfr. is planning to invest $500 million for the expansion of their manufacturing facility in BUFFALO, NY. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

SOUTH CAROLINA:

Battery mfr. is planning to invest $500 million for the construction of a 500,000 sf manufacturing facility in GREENVILLE, SC. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in early 2025, with completion slated for late 2027.

FLORIDA:

Clean hydrogen and solar technology company is planning to invest $450 million for the construction of a hydrogen processing and solar panel manufacturing facility in KISSIMMEE, FL. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2024, with completion slated for 2027.

GEORGIA:

Solar panel glass mfr. and recycling company is planning to invest $344 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in CEDARTOWN, GA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2026.

WISCONSIN:

Plumbing equipment mfr. is planning to invest $340 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in DICKEYVILLE, WI. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2026.

MARYLAND:

Biopharmaceutical company is planning to invest $300 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 84,000 sf processing facility at 9950 Medical Center Dr. in ROCKVILLE, MD. Completion is slated for 2026.

WASHINGTON:

Wood pellet mfr. is planning to invest $250 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in PORT OF LONGVIEW, WA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2024, with completion slated for early 2025.

INDIANA:

Recycled paper products mfr. is planning to invest $130 million for the construction of a 350,000 sf manufacturing and warehouse facility on Park Rd. in ANDERSON, IN. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

About Industrial SalesLeads, Inc.

Since 1959, Industrial SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team. Visit us at salesleadsinc.com.

Each month, our team provides hundreds of industrial reports within a variety of industries, including:

LEARN MORE: https://www.salesleadsinc.com/industry/industrial-manufacturing/

LenderLogix Announces POS Integration with Informative Research’s AccountChek to Enhance the Mortgage Borrower Experience

LenderLogix Announces POS Integration with Informative Research’s AccountChek to Enhance the Mortgage Borrower Experience

BUFFALO, N.Y., March 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, announced the integration of AccountChek by Informative Research into its point-of-sale system LiteSpeed. This integration blends AccountChek’s pioneering verification technology into LiteSpeed to seamlessly enhance the borrower experience and optimize the loan origination process to ensure a smooth experience for borrowers and users alike.

LenderLogix
Image caption: LenderLogix.

“Enhancing our clients’ tech stacks with simple, digital-first tools is the foundation of our company’s mission, and it’s integrations like these that help us further that mission,” said LenderLogix Co-Founder and CEO Patrick O’Brien. “By leveraging AccountChek’s advanced verification capabilities, we can provide LOs with greater efficiency and accuracy, ensuring all parties experience the highest service standards.”

AccountChek by Informative Research streamlines the lending process by providing advanced verification capabilities and seamless data integration for lenders and borrowers alike. With AccountChek’s Verification of Assets (VOA), LenderLogix clients can expect enhanced efficiency and accuracy in the loan origination process, with VOA orders routed through the Encompass loan number and documents and data populating directly into the Encompass loan file. The VOA data will flow directly into the automated underwriting systems at the GSEs, allowing the lender seamless access to programs like Day 1 Certainty®, Asset and Income Modeler (AIM) and pre-close employment verifications.

“The integration of AccountChek into the LenderLogix LiteSpeed platform demonstrates our shared commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction while also enabling LenderLogix’s clients to streamline the underwriting process by obtaining key verifications at the point of application,” said Informative Research’s Head of AccountChek Brian Francis. “We look forward to continuing our partnership to deliver impactful innovation to the mortgage lending community and help lenders advance their digital transformation efforts.”

About Informative Research:

Informative Research, a Stewart company, is a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community. The solutions provider currently serves over 3,000 mortgage companies, banks, and lenders throughout the United States. The company is recognized for streamlining the loan process with its straightforward service model, progressive solutions, and cutting-edge technology. To learn more, visit https://www.informativeresearch.com/.

About LenderLogix:

LenderLogix leverages the four decades of firsthand mortgage origination and real estate experience of its executive team to design customized software and APIs to meet the needs of today’s mortgage lenders. The company’s suite of products addresses the speed at which today’s real estate market moves by delivering technology solutions that create agile and informed borrowers, build strong referral partners and ultimately save lenders time and money. For more information, visit https://www.lenderlogix.com/.