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Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Feb. 23, 2015 including to Board of Food and Agriculture
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, Ashley Boren, 53, of San Francisco,...
Tammy Mission of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants Honored as 2015 Insurance Industry 'Power Broker'
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Tammy Mission has been recognized as a Power Broker and an Under-40 designee in the non-profit sector by Risk and Insurance Magazine. This is the second time Mission has received this honor -- her first recognition (also in the non-profit sector) came in 2013.
Anthem Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Helps Kids, Too, says Weitz & Luxenberg P.C.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Anthem Inc. (NYSE:ANTM) data breach class action lawsuit brought this month by Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C. seeks to protect tens of millions of children - and not just adults - affected by the health insurance giant's massive loss of sensitive confidential records, the New York-based law firm today announced.
Teenager Autumn Sky Wolfe Creates Inspiring Music Combining Autism and Artistry
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- When 18-year-old Autumn Sky Wolfe was diagnosed with autism, the last thing on anyone's mind was a singing career. Yet she now has an EP on iTunes and has been nominated by New Music Weekly magazine as Best New Adult Contemporary Artist as well as Crossover Artist of the Year.
Calif. Home Care Providers Rally to Demand Gov. Brown Keep Promise of Equal Treatment Under the Law
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Caregivers who provide in-home support for elderly Californians and people with disabilities will stand in solidarity at a...
California vs. Big Plastic Statement On Certification of Signatures by Plastic Bag Industry on SB 270 Referendum
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, California vs. Big Plastic, the coalition of local officials and environmental, labor, and business groups supporting the state’s...
Landmark Measure to Make Baseball Tobacco-Free proposed by Calif. Assemblyman Tony Thurmond
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, California Assemblyman Tony Thurmond (D-Richmond) introduced legislation to eliminate the use of all tobacco products – including smokeless...
Mid America Mortgage adds Joanna Shelton as Mortgage Compliance Manager in Texas
ADDISON, Texas, Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced it has hired financial compliance expert Joanna Shelton as the company's next compliance manager. In addition, Shelton will oversee compliance for Mid America's sister company Mortgage Machine Service and its flagship loan origination system (LOS) Mortgage Machine. Shelton brings more than 19 years of compliance expertise to Mid America. (Press Release)
New York's Weitz & Luxenberg to Probe Lenovo Superfish 'Malware' Damage Claims
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A security expert's discovery last month that certain Lenovo laptop computers were shipped with well-concealed malware giving hackers easy access to users' most confidential information has led Weitz and Luxenberg P.C. to announce an investigation into potential legal claims against the hardware manufacturer and against the malware vendor, Superfish, the law firm today disclosed. (Press Release)
ReverseVision Inc. on Track for Financial Assessment Changes in Mortgage Industry Despite HUD Delay
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- John Button, CEO of leading reverse mortgage software and technology provider ReverseVision, says the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) decision to delay implementation of its Financial Assessment (FA) rules provides a better opportunity for lenders to get the required technology changes including: ReverseVision's, HUD's and other systems implemented into their processes.
Equal Rights Amendment Coming Next Week in North Carolina House by Representative Carla Cunningham
RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ninety-two years after the Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced, North Carolina Rep. Carla Cunningham says she is ready to bring it back to life, according to the Asheville Chapter of the National Organization for Women. (Press Release)
Remo Software selects Mobile World Congress 2015 as launchpad for Remo MORE 2.0 and IoT
BANGALORE, India, Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Remo Software, an Open Interconnect Consortium Member and developer of multi-platform apps, today announced that Remo MORE version 2.0 will be showcased at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015, Barcelona. (Press Release)
iFOS Awarded EPA Grant Monitoring and Technical Assistance 5-Year Contract
COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iFOS today announced it has received award notification to conduct Grant Monitoring Reviews and Technical Assistance at the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The contract is a firm fixed price contract with a five-year performance period. (Press Release)
Stillwrights Bourbon and Rum from Ohio among Medalists at ACSA Craft Spirits Judging Event
FAIRBORN, Ohio, Feb. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Flat Rock Spirits announced today that its Stillwrights Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Stillwrights Silver Rum and Stillwrights Bourbon Barrel Aged Rum were among the medalists at the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) craft spirits judging event, held in Austin Texas. (Press Release)
Calif. Senator Isadore Hall to Hold Informational Hearing on Earthquake Early Warning System
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Senator Isadore Hall, III (D – South Bay), Chair of the Senate Governmental Organization Committee, announced he...
California Conflict of Interest Laws Target of Bill by Senator Tony Mendoza – SB 330
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Senator Tony Mendoza (D-Artesia) introduced SB 330 to restore public trust and accountability in government by strengthening...
Revelry on Richmond Partners with the Houston Wave to Shuttle Rodeo Barbeque Cook-off Attendees
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Revelry on Richmond has partnered with Houston's only jitney, The Houston Wave, to bus Houstonians to and from Reliant Stadium every day throughout the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and Houston Rodeo Barbeque Cook-off, from Thursday, February 26 through Saturday, February 28, 2015. (Press Release)
Canadian Music Producer Chris Noxx Lands in L.A. to record with Legendary Mogul Dr Dre
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Quietly over the last decade, Nova Scotia native Chris Noxx has been building his resume. As a producer, composer and arranger he started making trips to and from his hometown of Halifax, Nova Scotia and Music hub Los Angeles, Calif.
Pre-fab Cabin Kits Are Designed Around Century-Old Construction Techniques
SOUTH LONDONDERRY, Vt., Feb. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc., values tradition. As a result, its pre-fabricated cabins, tiny houses and storage shed kits are designed to be constructed based on techniques learned from previous generations. (Press Release)
Calif. Assemblyman Anthony Rendon Statement on Attorney General's Decision on Daughters of Charity Sale
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In response to Calif. Attorney General Kamala Harris approving the sale of the Daughters of Charity Health System to...
PDC Capital Group raising $45M in EB-5 immigrant investor funds to assist biodegradable organic chemical firm Clear Currents Inc.
COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Emilio N. Francisco, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of private equity firm PDC Capital Group, today announced that PDC is raising $45 million in EB-5 immigrant investor funds to assist biodegradable organic chemical products firm Clear Currents, Inc.
Coolmuster Data Recovery for iPhone iPad iPod, Brings Complete Safe Data Recovery Solution for iOS Users
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Coolmuster Inc., a leading provider of data backup and recovery solutions for Android and iOS devices, continues to provide users the most complete and reliable products since its inception. Right after the long Christmas vacation, Coolmuster's developer Team took immediate action to upgrade Coolmuster Data Recovery for iPhone iPad iPod 2.1.28. (Press Release)
Saluda Medical secures $10 million in new financing for Neuromodulation Tech
SYDNEY, Australia, Feb. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Saluda Medical has today announced that it has received $10 million in Series B financing bringing a breakthrough treatment for chronic pain one step closer to reality. (Press Release)
Calif. Senator Isadore Hall and Assemblymember Adam Gray Introduce Legislation Authorizing iPoker in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Senator Isadore Hall, III (D – South Bay), Chairman of the Senate Governmental Organization Committee and Assemblymember Adam...
Spodak Dental Group Offers $1,000 Off Invisalign
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Feb. 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spodak Dental Group is offering a February 'sweet' deal for patients who are interested in straightening their smile. Patients will receive $1,000 off the cost of Invisalign when they enroll in treatment during the month of February. (Press Release)
Quandis unveils its Quandis Loan Servicing offering, a comprehensive Default Management Platform
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of default servicing software, announced that it launched Quandis Loan Servicing (QLS), an end-to-end default management platform that automates and compliantly manages the default process from start to finish. QLS is offered as an all-in-one system and also as modules so various components can be leveraged by servicers based on individual needs.
ARMCO to Present QC Benchmarking Tool ACES Analytics at MBA Technology Conference's First-Ever Tech Showcase
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), a leading provider of web-based quality control software for the financial services industry, announced it has been selected to present during the inaugural 'Technology Showcase. at the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA's) National Technology in Mortgage Banking Conference and Expo 2015 in Orlando. (Press Release)
Anthem Inc. Customer Data Breach Sparks Class Action Lawsuit, Weitz & Luxenberg Announces
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., today announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against the nation's second-largest health insurer, Indianapolis-based Anthem Inc., following disclosure earlier this month that the private information of 80 million Anthem customers was stolen in a massive online data breach.
Karl Falk, ShortSave CEO, Points Servicers to Borrower Self-Service Technology for CFPB Compliance
MONUMENT, Colo., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Karl Falk, CEO of ShortSave, Inc., the provider of an award-winning borrower-facing mortgage default servicing system, foresees servicers being hamstrung by the human-powered servicing model in meeting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's proposed amendments to its servicer rules. (Press Release)
Auction at Osram Sylvania of York, Pennsylvania Offers Fabricating Equipment Opportunities
YORK, Pa., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IAAS Worldwide is pleased to announce the Onsite and Online auction late fabricating equipment for...
MorVest Capital Says Recent Changes on FHA Loans Will Impact Mortgage Servicing Rights Fair Value
DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MorVest Capital, a specialized investment firm focused on providing strategic capital and analytics solutions to the mortgage banking and residential finance industry, is drawing mortgage servicers' attention to the impact two recent changes will have on mortgage servicing rights fair value for FHA loans. (Press Release)
Hair Extensions Undetectable by Sight or Touch – 'Hair Blending Extensions' from Dream Hair Blending, Loved by European Women
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sevlor, Co., announced that Dream Hair Blending, EU Hair Extension and Hair Reconstruction Awards winner in 2013, has introduced to North America its undetectable and completely non-damaging hair blending extensions. Known in Europe for their natural and undetectable hair replacement and hair extension technology 'Hair Blending Enhancements and Extensions(TM),' the company's RandD team is credited with creating an innovative alternative to salon, clip-in and wire hair extensions. (Press Release)
American Roofing Supply to display at International Roofing Exposition in New Orleans
METAIRIE, La., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- American Roofing Supply will be the only family owned roofing supply company from the greater New Orleans area to have an exhibition booth at the International Roofing Exposition held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center February 24-26, 2015. (Press Release)
Commercial printer The Harman Press expands into on-demand photo-books and large format fine-art printing
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Harman Press has acquired A&I Photographic and Digital and its staff, effective February 13, 2015. A&I is expected to move operations from its current Burbank address to The Harman Press facility in North Hollywood before the end of March. The announcement was made by A&I co-owners Baret Lepejian and Vic Lepejian together with The Harman Press president Phillip Goldner.
Civic Resource Group International welcomes Former Microsoft Europe Chairman Jan Muhlfeit to Advisory Board
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced the appointment of Jan Muhlfeit as Special Advisor and Chairman, CRG International. In his dual role, Mr. Muhlfeit will help guide the company as it establishes and expands its leadership position and capabilities in Digital Government on a global level.
Veros Real Estate Solutions' Pathway Supports Lender Appraisal Submissions to EAD
SANTA ANA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Veros Real Estate Solutions, an award-winning industry leader in enterprise risk management, collateral valuation services and predictive analytics, today announced that lenders interested in utilizing FHA's recently announced Electronic Appraisal Delivery (EAD) portal can achieve a direct connection for electronic appraisal submission through Veros' PATHWAY.
Scorpion Mezcal Sampler Gift Box Packaging wins Gold Medals from Beverage Testing Institute
CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Caballeros Inc. today announced that the Beverage Testing Institute's Tastings 2014 International Review of Spirits Packaging Competition has awarded Scorpion Mezcal's(R) 4-Pack Silver Sampler Gift Box several Gold awards and runner-up status for 'Best Gift Box.' (Press Release)
Millions Expected to Forego Deductions up to $4,750 for Long-Term Care Insurance
KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Every year 10's of millions pass up a few hundred to a few thousand dollars - tax deductions for owning long-term care insurance. How come? Four sales leaders with ACSIA Partners point to psychological obstacles and suggest ways around them. ACSIA Partners is one of America's largest long-term care insurance agencies. (Press Release)
DocMagic Inc. joins select group of vendors that can use industry standard MERS eNote registry
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., a leading provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, compliance, eSign and eDelivery solutions for the mortgage industry, today announced that the firm has now completed its integration with the MERS(R) eRegistry, making it one of only a few industry vendors to integrate with the widely used system.
Princess Jessica is helping to promote healthy hearts all over the world
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Feb. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Princess Jessica Carol White has decided to promote healthy hearts and to share the importance. On January 9, 2014, Princess Jessica Carol White decided to inform a non-profit organization of the importance of taking care of the heart. (Press Release)
First Hearing of Mike Gatto Committee on Calif. Privacy, Consumer Protection to be as Groundbreaking as its Creation
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- According to a press release today from Assemblyman Mike Gatto: The first hearing for the newly created Assembly Privacy...
Calif. Senator Isadore Hall Statement on Pacific Maritime Association shutting down West Coast ports Pres. Day Weekend
SAN PEDRO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Senator Isadore Hall, III (D – South Bay) today released the following statement regarding the Pacific Maritime Association’s...
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Feb. 12, 2015 including Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Thursday announced the following appointments. First: Lynne Freeman, 54, of Sacramento, has...
Calif. Senator Mendoza Bill Protects Children from Drug Trafficking, Manufacturing Near Schools – SB 212
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In an effort to crack down on the manufacturing and sale of illicit drugs near schools, Senator Tony Mendoza...
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Feb. 9, 2015 to California Apprenticeship Council
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, Barbara Blake, 63, of Los Angeles,...
Techni-Tool is named Huntron's exclusive USA distributor
MILL CREEK, Wash., Feb. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Huntron, Inc. is proud to announce that Techni-Tool Inc., Worcester, Pa., have agreed to an exclusive U.S. distributor agreement. Techni-Tool is a leading provider of test equipment, tool kits, soldering supplies, ESD products, chemicals, hand tools, and more to the electronic production industry for more than 50 years. (Press Release)
FonePaw Announces Upgrade of iPhone Data Recovery for Windows and Mac
HONG KONG, China, Feb. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FonePaw, a professional software developer that specialized in iPhone data recovery, announces the release of the new FonePaw iPhone Data Recovery. The newest version of iPhone Data Recovery is compatible with iTunes 12.1 for Windows (64-bit). (Press Release)
Former Director Scott Wolinsky Files Two Lawsuits Against American International Industries, Inc. and its CEO
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scott Wolinsky, a former director of American International Industries, Inc. (OTCBB:AMIN / OTCQB: AMIN), and Maria T. Wolinsky, his wife, have filed two civil lawsuits (Cause No. 2014-74771 filed 12/31/2014 in the 157th Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas alleging defamation and Cause No. 2015-00708 filed 01/07/2015 in the 11th Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas alleging fraud) against AMIN and its CEO and President, Daniel Dror. (Press Release)
ReverseVision, Inc. Welcomes Wendy Peel as VP of Sales and Marketing
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- ReverseVision, Inc., the leading technology provider for the reverse mortgage industry, today announced that seasoned marketing executive Wendy Peel has joined the company as its vice president of sales and marketing. In this position, Wendy will be responsible for managing the ReverseVision brand, working with product development and broadening brand awareness among forward lenders and financial planners.
International High School Exchange Students Seeking Host Families, says iE-USA
NORTHFIELD, Minn., Feb. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International Experience (iE-USA) announced today that visiting students, ages 15-18, from around the world are seeking host families for the upcoming 2015-2016 academic school year. Host families are needed for the fall semester and full school year. (Press Release)