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Calif. Mortgage Compliance Services Provider, The Compliance Group Inc., in 2011 saw its business grow by 120 percent over 2010

SAN MARCOS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Leading mortgage compliance services provider, The Compliance Group, Inc. (TCG), in 2011 saw its business grow by 120 percent over 2010, marking its highest year-over-year growth since its founding by industry veteran Annemaria Allen in 2000. The metro San Diego-based residential lending compliance services firm's 2011 highest growth business units included Quality Control (87 percent) and Compliance and Licensing (55 percent).

Donna Wydra Joins CMI’s Consumer and Shopper Strategy Solutions

ATLANTA, Ga., March 28, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Donna Wydra has joined CMI to expand the company's Consumer and Shopper Strategy solutions for manufacturers, retailers, and restaurants. As senior vice president of consumer and shopper strategy, Wydra will provide counsel on key business issues through strategic insights into external influencers, individual motivations and attitudes.

Stan Sanchez joins EPIC to manage Historic Motor Sport Association Program and risk management needs of high net worth clients

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Stan Sanchez as principal in their San Francisco office. A veteran of more than 10 years in the insurance industry, Sanchez will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions to successful individuals with a high asset base and significant property and liability exposures.

Financial Foundation Group – Making a Sterile Environment Fun for Kids

DENVER, Colo., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG, spends the typical work week helping people review their retirement accounts, college savings, investment safety, and life insurance needs. As the New Year began, the representatives of FFG were looking for a different way to help others and decided to brighten the day for some children who were not feeling their best.

Red Bag Solutions Named a TAG Top 10 Innovative Technology Company

ATLANTA, Ga., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, has name Red Bag Solutions as one of its Top 10 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia.

Adoptions of Textbook ‘Construction Project Management – a Managerial Approach’ Accelerate for Construction Management, Architecture and Real Estate College Programs

CHICAGO, Ill., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Construction Project Management – a Managerial Approach” (ISBN: 978-0-9799969-1-7) sales by Pareto Publishing have increased 400 percent each semester since publication in December 2010. This text uniquely provides the integration of construction management, project management and business [...]

Massey Consulting Develops DynamicsConnect Integration between Microsoft Dynamics and Connectwise PSA

RALEIGH, N.C., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Massey Consulting, specializing in financial accounting implementation, sales and support, announced the availability of DynamicsConnec. DynamicsConnect was developed to allow companies using systems like Microsoft Dynamics GP and Connectwise PSA to share key data between the ERP system and Professional Services Automation system.

Titan Lenders Corp. Taps Bill Walsh as CFO

DENVER, Colo., March 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage fulfillment outsource services expert Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan) is pleased to announce the appointment of corporate finance powerhouse, Bill Walsh, as chief financial officer. Mr. Walsh brings more than 35 years' experience in accounting and finance for a diverse portfolio of companies, including Nabisco Brands, Inc. and Leprino Foods Company.

Southern California Swimmers and Divers now Have Their Own Social Network: Lane Mates

ENCINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- With over 1,000 swimmers on the master's swim team located throughout the Los Angeles area - that Lane Mates founder Sharon Hollander swims with - 'It's amazing that we had no discounts or coupons available for swimwear or gear,' says Hollander. So she took it upon herself to contact many of the more popular online swim suppliers to discuss group pricing, volume discounts and obtain the best prices on the net.

Bouncy Fun Rentals: Fantastic Party Rentals in Seymour, Indiana

SEYMOUR, Ind., March 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bouncy Fun Rentals is Seymour, Indiana's home of the $99 inflatable bounce house. These bounce houses are a must have for a child's birthday party or public event where you want to be seen. Mark Bowling, the owner of Bouncy Fun Rentals, got the idea to start the company after an experience he had with renting a bounce house that almost turned into a nightmare.

American Land Forces Institute Announces Launch – Nonprofit Will Focus on America’s Ground Forces

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, March 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Colonel Jack H. Pryor (U.S. Army, Retired) today announced the formation and launch of a new nonprofit organization, the American Land Forces Institute (ALFI). Based in San Antonio, Texas, ALFI will focus on policy, advocacy, education and services in support of land forces and small combat units across all branches of the U.S. military, the National Guard, and domestic law enforcement.

LTC Guild Supports Election Poll on Key Issue: Tax Breaks to Help More Americans Afford Long-Term Care Insurance

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., March 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today LTC Guild, the social network for the long-term care insurance industry, announces its support of a straw poll asking people to say which presidential candidate they think more likely to back federal incentives for owning [...]

San Diego Attorney Stanley D. Prowse again expands legal information articles online for Q2/2012

CARLSBAD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Attorney Stanley D. Prowse has announced the addition to his full feature web site of numerous new articles, continuing his efforts to demystify the law and the legal process for those with little or no knowledge of either. The new articles, like those previously posted, are written in plain English instead of legalese, and avoid arcane terminology.

Black and Gold Sweeps the Gulf Coast – Showing Support for the Saints and New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS, La., March 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Just when you thought the gulf coast was settling into the long path to recovery, another devastating blow was dealt to the city of New Orleans this week, says local clothing company NOLA Shirts. 'The nation is still stunned from the early weeks news of the unprecedented suspension of New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton for the next season,' says Gretchen Zito, of NOLA Shirts.

United Wholesale Mortgage Rolls Out HARP 2.0 Unlimited LTV/CLTV Implementation with DU(R)

BIRMINGHAM, Mich., March 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a national wholesale mortgage lender operating in 47 states, announced that it has successfully implemented Fannie Mae's HARP 2.0 program requirements with Unlimited LTV/CLTV. UWM was one of the first lenders to implement the government's adjustments to HARP 2.0 when it went into effect December 1, 2011, and now they have effectively implemented the expansion of HARP 2.0 into their EASE (Easiest Application System Ever) broker portal.

New Mobile App Used on E! Show is Changing the Scouting Game

HOUSTON, Texas, March 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the many niches that developers at Softway Solutions pride themselves in being experts is the realm of mobile app development. Recently, Page Parkes - a client of Softway Solutions - was interviewed during the evening news by the ABC affiliate in Houston. Parkes is the co-founder of Page Parkes Corporation and is on a new show called Scouted on the E! channel.

USC Latino Alumni Association's 38th Annual Scholarship Dinner raised an estimated $900,000 for USC Latino students

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A sold-out crowd of more than 750 Trojans, USC trustees, faculty and administrators, honored guests, alumni and students gathered at The Beverly Wilshire Hotel to celebrate the 38th Annual USC Latino Alumni Scholarship Gala on March 2. Executive Director Domenika Lynch announced that the dinner raised an estimated $300,000, which through USC's two-to-one matching program will add a total $900,000 to USC Latino Alumni Association's scholarship fund.

CityView Commercial Announces the Acquisition of Glynn Place Mall

BRUNSWICK, Ga., March 22, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York based CityView Commercial LLC, led by Jimmy Khezrie and Jack Friedler, has purchased Glynn Place Mall in Brunswick, Georgia. BlueGate Partners, LLC, in conjunction with White Oak Real Estate Advisors, LLC advised Douglas Wilson Companies in its capacity as Receiver in this transaction.

e2b teknologies to Resell Intacct Cloud-Based Financial Applications

CHARDON, Ohio, March 22, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- e2b teknologies (www.e2btek.com), an ERP and CRM software provider and developer, announced today that the company is now an authorized reseller of Intacct cloud financial management and accounting applications. In use by more than 5,000 businesses worldwide, Intacct helps streamline financial processes and improve business visibility.

Relocation Industry and Non-Profit Coming Together to Fight Hunger – Victory Packaging Moves for Hunger

NEPTUNE, N.J., March 21, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Move For Hunger is proud to announce the partnership of Victory Packaging at the Champion Level. While Victory Packaging has been a gracious partner of Move For Hunger since 2010, they are strengthening their relationship for 2012 by increasing their support from Mission to the Champion level.

Edgewood Partners Insurance Center adds Lou Razzano as Principal in San Ramon, Calif.

SAN RAMON, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of Lou Razzano as Principal and Business Development Executive. Razzano will be based in the company's San Ramon, California office and report to managing principal, Brian Quinn.

SecuGen and BridgePoint Systems are collaborating to introduce the new TrustPoint 3-Factor Biometric Reader

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen and BridgePoint Systems are collaborating to introduce the new TrustPoint 3-Factor Biometric Reader, BridgePoint's flexible solution. The new Reader offers a variety of security options including biometric, PIN and optional PKI challenge-response authentication for increasing or decreasing the level of security, depending on the user's requirements.

San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board's Successful Collaborations with Local Employers Used as Best Practice for Congress

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of San Bernardino County was recognized by the nonpartisan U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) for innovative business-friendly programs. The WIB was asked to present to congress how it used Workforce Investment Act funds to encourage job retention and hiring.

International Document Services Adds Molly Terry as Western Regional Sales Director

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, March 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, has hired Molly Terry as its western regional sales director, covering Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.

CMI’s Jean Fasching to Speak at 2012 NewMR Qualitative Research Virtual Event

ATLANTA, Ga., March 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jean Fasching, vice president for CMI, a full-service marketing research company, will present 'Marketing Through Intermediaries: Simulated Conversations Put You In the Room' during NewMR's 'Putting the 'Qual' in Qualitative Research' Virtual Event on March 28.

School Food Gardens get Glass Greenhouses

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., March 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When a local Hillcrest resident asked EcoHouse to remodel his 60 foot sunroom, architect and custom home builder Rodney Collins suggested donating the glassed room to local educational gardens. Not only will the material be reused, but the local food system movement will benefit by better educating our school children and producing good food for the schools and the local farmers markets.

Telovations and Resource Partners Group Announce Partnership – Expanding Telovations’ Services to Chicago and Mid-West

TAMPA, Fla., March 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telovations Inc., a next generation Communications Company has signed an agreement with Resource Partners Group Inc. of Chicago to become a Channel Partner. Resource Partners Group will now be selling Telovations' hosted services to enterprises throughout the United States.

New Upgrade! EaseUS Todo Backup Supports USB3 in WinPE and Advanced NAS Management

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., March 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS Software, a leading provider of data backup & disaster recovery and storage management solutions for Windows environment, today announces the general availability of EaseUS Todo Backup 4.0.0.5. By solving compatibility problems, and with some new advanced functions for business users like USB3 support and adding RAID controller driver in WinPE environment, EaseUS software aims to provide you a more comprehensive backup solution and bring you a friendly experience.

People Save Money on Gas by Connecting on HitchHauling.com

MT. VERNON, Ill., March 19, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JTLL Enterprises announced this week the launch of HitchHauling.com - a new website that connects hitchers and haulers so they can save money on gas. The recent surge in gasoline prices is once again putting a squeeze on Americans. In fact, gasoline prices are up almost 17 percent, or 54 cents, this year through March 14, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).

Platinum Group Metals Heading Toward Tight Supplies, Soaring Prices and Competition from Cheaper Alternatives

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 19, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Platinum group metals (PGMs), namely, platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, ruthenium and osmium, are heading toward a period of exceptional volatility with supply constraints and dramatic fluctuations in price, according to a new report published by Thintri, Inc. The same materials are threatened in the longer term by competing materials in some of their largest markets.

Lightway Solar America Expands Supply Agreement with G&S Solar to Thirty-Four Megawatts

ISELIN, N.J., March 19, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lightway Solar America, Inc. (Lightway), the U.S. subsidiary of Lightway Green New Energy Co., Ltd., announced the execution of a Supply Agreement with G&S Solar (G&S) to provide thirty-four megawatts (34 MW) of multicrystalline solar modules. The Agreement requires G&S to purchase over 122,000 panels from Lightway within a one year period.

Students from Local Houston College Attend Presentation, Tour at Software Company

HOUSTON, Texas, March 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Softway Solutions is a company that deals directly with the next most important frontier of business: the web. Having been in operation since 2003, Softway Solutions now employs more than 110 individuals throughout the globe. Its far-reaching network allows the company to function at its peak potential.

Harvard, Oxford Students Building New Network for Planetary Change

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Students from Harvard and Oxford, in cooperation with the World Mind Network, Peer to Peer Media Group, and the Creative Commons Initiative, are building a new social network dedicated to using advanced Web and Smart Phone tools to achieve goals in social change, academic research, environmental improvement, education, cultural preservation, and worldwide online discussion of important issues.

Kerarganic: Formaldehyde-Free Keratin Treatment

MIAMI, Fla., March 15, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Beleza Pura, LLC announced this week the launch of Kerarganic - its newest line of keratin treatment and hair straightener. Designed to shake up the beauty market, it's 100 percent formaldehyde-free, contains UV-protection ingredients and is the only keratin lotion in the world to contain 24-karat gold nanoparticles to intensify hair brilliance.

EaseUS CleanGenius 3.0 Offers One-stop Maintenance Solution for Mac Users

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., March 15, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Storage management and maintenance software developer EaseUS Software has announced the availability of CleanGenius 3.0, featuring the options to save the disk space with duplicate finder, disk usage and increase the free memory with a brand-new look. The new app aims to provide an easier and more effective way to release disk space and boost your Mac performance, making it a one-stop solution to perfect the Mac.

Hill PHOENIX Collaborates with Fresh and Easy Neighborhood Market on GreenChill Platinum Store in Folsom

FOLSOM, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Hill PHOENIX, a designer and manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment, and Fresh and Easy Neighborhood Market are pleased to announce the grand opening of a new GreenChill Platinum Award-winning Fresh & Easy store in Folsom, California.

PCM’s Las Vegas Executive to Chair Nevada State Commission

LAS VEGAS, Nev., March 14, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Randolph Watkins, Vice President of Nevada Management at Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) was appointed Chair of the State of Nevada Commission for Common Interest Communities and Condominium Hotels.

Red Bag Solutions Named a TAG Top 40 Innovative Technology Company

ATLANTA, Ga., March 14, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, today announced Red Bag Solutions as one of its Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia. TAG will recognize this prestigious group at the 2012 Georgia Technology Summit (GTS) on March 28, 2012, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

EaseUS Disk Copy Comes Back as a Reliable Backup Tool for Data Recovery

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., March 14, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS Software, a leading provider of storage management and data backup and disaster recovery solutions for Windows-based environments, today announces EaseUS Disk Copy comes back as a reliable backup tool for data recovery. And the new released edition EaseUS Disk Copy Technician Edition provides unlimited usage and preferential service for IT professionals and consultants.

Equation Technologies Offers Online Presentation ‘Increasing Member Engagement for Professional Associations, Trade Associations’

TORONTO, Ontario, March 14, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Equation Technologies (equationtech.com), a leading provider of software solutions for financial and professional services; corporate head offices; and nonprofit organizations, offers association professionals two online presentations: 'Increasing Member Engagement for Professional Associations' on March 15, 2012 and 'Increasing Member Engagement for Trade Associations' on March 22, 2012.

International Surf Lifesaving Association Hosts Fundraiser in Long Beach to Benefit Lifeguard Training Initiatives

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Wed., March 14 and Thurs., March 15, 2012, International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) will be hosting a special fundraiser at the Original Roadhouse Grill in Long Beach, located at 7391 Carson St. The purpose of the fundraiser is to raise critical funds and awareness for ISLA's training initiatives in the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua later this month.

The artist, XVALA, Dumpster Dives Kim Kardashian, Reveals Her Trash at Upcoming Los Angeles Event

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA) announces that 'Fear Google' artist XVALA will be revealing the recent dumpster dived trash of Kim Kardashian, featuring the celebrity's collapsed basketball at a roof top event in Los Angeles this weekend.

360 Mortgage Group Now Licensed in Washington, D.C.-Metro Area – New markets include Maryland, Virginia

AUSTIN, Texas, March 13, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the goal of expanding its wholesale services to all fifty states, 360 Mortgage Group, a privately owned wholesale mortgage bank, is announcing that they are now licensed to provide mortgages to residents in the Mid-Atlantic region of Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.

PowerGuard PowerClip extended warranty solution chosen by China Sunergy Co. Ltd.

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announced today that China Sunergy Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CSUN), a specialized solar cell and module manufacturer, has joined the growing number of solar energy providers globally to adopt PowerGuard's unique PowerClip(TM) extended warranty protection.

e2b teknologies Becomes First SugarCRM Reseller in Ohio

CHARDON, Ohio, March 13, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- e2b teknologies (www.e2btek.com), an ERP and CRM software provider and developer, announced today that the company is now Ohio's first authorized reseller of SugarCRM. SugarCRM, the world's fastest-growing customer relationship management (CRM) company, serves over one million end users in 192 countries.

Remembering Flopsy Parker, the $7.50 Rabbit That Tried to Change the World for Real Easter Bunnies

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'The Easter Bunny That Grew Up' (ISBN: 978-1-4685-5496-0) is a children's book that pays tribute to a little rabbit that captured the hearts of people around the world on Facebook and the contributions he made to rabbits in rescues and shelters. On September 26th, 2010 Gretta Parker started a journey she was not planning on when she adopted a little white rabbit for $7.50 from a local shelter.

LDV Capital Management Hosts General Electric, Hecla Mining and Atlas Pipeline Partners

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LDV Capital Management commenced its 2012 Spring Break for Wall Street Dinner and Luncheon Series last month by hosting corporate presentations for General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), Hecla Mining Company, and Atlas Pipeline Partners, L.P.

Telecom OSS Spending to Reach $67 Billion in 2016, says Insight Research Corp.

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., March 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The global market for operations support systems (OSS) - the computing and software IT infrastructure that performs engineering, provisioning, and management functions in telecommunications networks - will exceed $67 billion in 2016, according to a new report by Insight Research.

B2B Marketing Strategist Dawn Westerberg to Present on Google+ for The Association of Strategic Marketing

AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- B2B Marketing Strategist and President of Dawn Westerberg Consulting LLC (dawnwesterberg.com), Dawn Westerberg will be presenting 'Adding Google+ To Your Marketing Mix' for members of The Association of Strategic Marketing on Thursday, March 15, 2012.

CMI to Co-Present with Pfizer Specialty at 2012 PMRG Annual National Conference

ATLANTA, Ga., March 8, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CMI's Mike Mabey, vice president, client solutions, and Jarod Ricci, senior manager, market analytics, Pfizer Specialty, will present 'Using Information-Seeking Behavior to Drive Segment-Specific Communication Strategies' at the 2012 PMRG (Pharmaceutical Marketing Research Group) Annual National Conference.

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