California Press Releases
KROST CPA Acts as the Exclusive Financial Advisor to United Filters International in its Sale to ENPRESS LLC
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- United Filters International (UFI), a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of an expansive range of liquid filtration solutions, was recently sold to ENPRESS LLC, a leading manufacturer of composite pressure vessels and water filtration technologies. KROST was the exclusive financial advisor, and the terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Gemoo Launches CapUp Solution to Make Viral Videos for Top Social Sites with an AI Caption Generator
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Gemoo Inc., the developer of FocuSee, proudly announces the launch of CapUp, an innovative AI caption generator designed to save editing time and effort for content creators, and help them easily create viral shorts like top content creators to boost their TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube growth and monetization 10x faster.
KROST Named Top 100 Firm and Regional Leader 2024 by Accounting Today, marking its third recognition in this category
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- For the fourth year in a row, Accounting Today has named KROST a Top 100 Firm. The firm ranked 82nd on the list by continuing to expand its services. In addition, KROST has once again earned the title of Regional Leader for the second year in a row, marking its third recognition in this category. From receiving these accolades to celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, KROST has reached another milestone in 2024.
Informative Research’s Ryan Kaufman Named a HousingWire Rising Star for 2024 Rising Star
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Ryan Kaufman, IT Manager - Integrations, has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Rising Stars award.
UniFab All-In-One V2.0.1.6 to Revolutionize Video Enlargement, Deinterlacing, and Denoising with Increased Speed of Conversion
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DVDFab announced today that, with recent updates, UniFab All-In-One has increased the conversion speed of its enlarger, denoiser, and deinterlacer modules. Even the HDR upscaler module has introduced cinema mode (fast) to increase conversion speed while maintaining high-quality images.
KROST CPAs Is Ranked Among CalCPA’s Top 150 Firms for 2023-24
PASADENA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- KROST CPAs and Consultants has been named one of the Top 150 Firms for 2023-2024 by CalCPA. This award recognizes the firm, with 100% membership. The company is ranked 33rd on the list. The recognition reflects KROST's dedication to professional development and the CalCPA organization.
Soberlink and Global Divorce Experts Collaborate to Prioritize Children’s Well-Being During International Child-Centered Divorce Month
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Soberlink, the leader in remote alcohol monitoring technology, is proud to announce its partnership with divorce experts worldwide in support of International Child-Centered Divorce Month. As families navigate the complexities of divorce, Soberlink is dedicated to providing family law professionals and parents with discreet, convenient, and court-admissible alcohol testing technology.
Las Positas College Students Launch Financial Literacy Nonprofit: FinLit Initiative
LIVERMORE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Four students from Las Positas College have taken on the challenge of improving financial education and resources among college students in California. Their non-profit organization, FinLit Initiative, has recently gained 501(c)(3) status and has already made a significant impact on students across the state.
Veteran Hospitality Duo Opening ‘The Daily Outpost’ a New Venue At Iconic Restaurant Corner In Studio City
STUDIO CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- For decades, Laurel Canyon Blvd. and Ventura Blvd. have been a crossroad for some of Studio City's most dynamic restaurant ventures. Now, two proven restaurateurs, Brian Lenzo (Blue Palms Brewhouse and many others) and Dick Raskin (Shanghai Rose) have teamed up to launch a brand new 144-seat eatery, The Daily Outpost, on the second level of the sprawling space located on the intersection's southeast corner.
Golf Envy Announces Grand Opening in Covina, Calif.
COVINA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Golf enthusiasts and novices alike are set to tee off like never before as Golf Envy, the premier indoor golf facility, announces its grand opening in Covina, CA, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Centrally located in the heart of Covina, Golf Envy invites all in and around the community to join the celebration.
NotaryCam President Brian Webster named a 2023 Vanguard
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- NotaryCam, a Stewart-owned company and leading remote online notarization (RON) provider for real estate and legal transactions, today announced Brian Webster has been selected by the publication HousingWire for its annual Vanguard awards program. Webster was selected for his leadership and the company's strategic growth. He's placed an emphasis on expanding the company's RON products and services, resulting in a 36% year-over-year growth in real estate transactions and 121% in its insurance transactions.
INSIDE Public Accounting Ranks KROST CPAs & Consultants Among Top 100 Firms in the US in 2023
PASADENA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) has named KROST CPAs & Consultants Top 100 Firm in 2023. The firm ranked 73rd on the prestigious Top 100 list. KROST along with other recipients of these distinguished awards are highlighted in IPA's monthly newsletter. KROST has been named Top 100 firm for the third year in a row.
iTop Data Recovery 4: Optimized Scanning Unleashed for Enhanced File Recovery and 99% Success Rate
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop has rolled out the latest version of iTop Data Recovery, setting a new standard in file recovery with its remarkable 99% success rate. This new version empowers users to effortlessly recover deleted, formatted, or lost files, showcasing cutting-edge scanning algorithms that expedite the process. iTop Data Recovery 4 also introduces a redesigned user interface for a smoother experience and faster speed.
South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Frankenstein: Alive in Concert’ with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- South Bay Wind Ensemble (SBWE) is thrilled to begin our 2023/2024 season with "Frankenstein: Alive in Concert" on October 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. The classic 1931 film has sound and dialog, but no music. So now, South Bay Winds are providing the music with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro.
Random Acts nonprofit and CREATION announce fundraiser in response to recent Maui Wildfires
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In response to the Maui Wildfires that took place in Hawai'i on August 8, 2023, Creation Entertainment is partnering with Random Acts to help raise funding for rebuilding efforts in Maui. Random Acts is announcing a fundraising goal of $25,000 USD in disaster recovery to rebuild and support. Creation Entertainment, Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, and Misha Collins will match all donations until the $25,000 goal is reached.
AI Brainstorm Creator optimizes the Interface of Human and Artificial Intelligence Solutions
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- AI Brainstorm Creator has announced its new protocol which builds projects for business, NGOs, and non-profits combining maximized human intelligence with optimized Artificial Intelligence (AI). Their approach does not rely on one or two AI platforms, but is rather a protocol for continuously investigating all the programs and utilizing the best ones for each task, as part of a larger vision.
iTop Easy Desktop 2 Announced: Powerful Desktop Organization Freeware with ChatAI Robot
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop today announced the release of the newest version of its lightweight freeware iTop Easy Desktop, a powerful tool to auto-organize and customize Windows desktops. The latest version brings a brand new experience by adding trendy wallpaper stocks and an optimized ChatAI search tool.
iTop Screen Recorder 4: Effortlessly Record Your Screen and Create Pro-looking Videos
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop announced the launch of its newest version of iTop Screen Recorder, a full-featured PC screen recording software that captures high-quality screen video, and makes video creation easier for everyone. The latest version added teleprompter, advanced webcam recording options and other applicable features, allowing users to record and create stylish videos in an incredibly simple way.
Good Heart Catering Expands its Popular Office Catering Delivery Service to Century City
CENTURY CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Good Heart Catering, a renowned five-star catering company based in Los Angeles, is excited to announce the expansion of its office catering delivery service to Century City. Known for providing delicious and healthy breakfast and lunch options to Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations, Good Heart Catering is eager to serve the bustling Century City community for various events such as meetings, training sessions, presentations, and outdoor events.
Dr.Buho releases BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 Mac Cleaner app optimized for macOS Ventura 13.3.1
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Dr.Buho Inc., a leading macOS productivity software company, today announced the official release of BuhoCleaner version 1.9.0, introducing the innovative Compact Mode in BuhoCleaner Menu, greatly improved File Shredder, more intelligent Duplicates feature and other exciting improvements. BuhoCleaner 1.9.0 by far is one of the very few Mac Cleaner apps that're fully optimized for the latest macOS Ventura 13.3.1.
Accounting Today Names L.A.-based KROST Top 100 Firm and Regional Leader 2023
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- KROST has been recognized as a Top 100 Firm by Accounting Today for the third year in a row. The firm ranked 72nd with a 16.60% change in revenue from the previous year. In addition, KROST has also been named a Regional Leader of 2023. The firm recently launched a new service, KROST Fund Admin Solutions, to further assist and add value for their clients.
Good Heart Catering in Los Angeles Launches Catering Delivery Service in Glendale for 2023
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Good Heart Catering, the premier breakfast and lunch caterer for organizations in Los Angeles, is excited to announce the launch of its delivery service in Glendale. With a focus on fresh, chef-driven meals and a commitment to exceptional service, Good Heart Catering is the perfect solution for businesses and organizations looking for convenient and delicious food options including boxed lunches and individual meals.
Dressmaker Princessly Co., Ltd. Announces its 2023 Prom Dress Collection for the U.S. Market
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Princessly Co., Ltd. is pleased to present its 2023 collection of Prom Dresses for the United States. The acclaimed dressmaker and retailer known for specializing in exquisitely handcrafted women's fashion goods unveils its 2023 collection, which includes 157 different flattering styles, 37 distinct colors, and a wide range of US sizes from US2 to US26W.
iTop Software’s Screen Recorder 3 makes it super easy to record and create awesome videos
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop today officially released iTop Screen Recorder 3.3 version, featuring new enhancements in webcam recording, virtual background selection and video size compression. iTop Screen Recorder has been a top-ranking free screen recorder on Windows owing to its solid recording performance, HD video quality and great ease of use.
Advanced SystemCare 16 from IObit: AI-powered PC Optimizer and Cleaner to Make Windows PC Faster, and Safer
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- IObit, the world's leading system utilities and security software provider, today announces the release of its flagship Windows tool- Advanced SystemCare 16. The all-in-one PC utility with full-scale enhanced features can deeply clean junk files, quick boost startup, as well as powerful safeguard privacy in one click, which can always maintain a cleaner, smoother, and safer Windows PC for millions of users worldwide.
Politics: L.A. Sheriff Villanueva’s Reelection Campaign Releases New Campaign Video and Fundraising Numbers
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The campaign to re-elect Sheriff Alex Villanueva announces the launch of its new campaign video airing across local Los Angeles TV stations and online. Additional endorsements this month include: The International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13 workers Union Local and the El Monte Police Officers Association.
Through its Charitable Endeavors, Lexi Home in Torrance, Bridges the Gap Between Kitchen Necessities and Affordable Cookware
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Lexi Home, a Los Angeles-based kitchenware and home decor retailer, strives to bridge the gap between affordable cookware and kitchen essentials. The retailer is working with aspiring chefs in the L.A. area, providing them with cookware and other essential items. A part of the kitchen essentials manufactured is donated to aspiring chefs. With every kitchen necessity sold, part of the proceeds is donated to charities in the L.A. area to help ease hunger.
IObit Back to School Giveaway: 6 Must-Have PC Tools and iPad Promo for 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- IObit gives away a thoughtful package of 6 must-have Windows utilities, several Amazon gift cards, and an Apple iPad, including Advanced SystemCare 15, Driver Booster 9, and IObit Uninstaller 12 valued at $150,000 in total. With these valuable tools, every participant can edit the class notes and document files quickly band make the Windows PC run in a smooth and safe environment anytime and anywhere.
iTop Easy Desktop: Quickly Auto Organize Icons, Files & Folders on the Desktop for Free
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop Easy Desktop is a lightweight desktop organizer that groups files, folders, and icons together on the desktop to keep it clutter-free. Users can work more efficiently and be more motivated by organizing their digital files. As a rising star in software development, iTop makes intuitive, smart, stable, & secure software.
Newly Updated FineShare FineCam is a ‘Smart Virtual Camera’ Making It Much Easier for Video Production
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- FineShare Co., Ltd. announced the latest version of FineShare FineCam - an AI-powered virtual camera software. To meet the expectations of customers, FineShare FineCam now is available for Mac and rolls out some brand new features including advanced adjustment, webcam overlay, branding templates, low light video booster, auto framing, etc.
iTop PDF is Newly Launched, Free and One-Stop PDF Solution for Windows OS
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop today announced the official launch of iTop PDF, a free but powerful PDF software for Windows users, especially for people who need an all-in-one and easy-to-use software. iTop PDF is a one-stop lightweight PDF software, which can be used to convert and edit PDFs, and manage and protect PDF pages, providing a powerful solution to achieve higher work productivity.
DocMagic CEO Dominic Iannitti honored with 2022 Legends of Lending Award
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document generation, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that its president and CEO, Dominic Iannitti, has been selected by Mortgage Banker magazine as a 2022 Legends of Lending award recipient.
iTop Screen Recorder 3 Makes Screen Recording and Video Editing Easier
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop today announced the official release of iTop Screen Recorder 3, a free PC screen recorder incorporated with a full-featured video editor. iTop Screen Recorder has gained 10+ million users as an easy-to-use and free PC screen recorder in past years. Now the brand new version makes screen capture and video editing even more convenient and powerful for everyone.
DocMagic COO, Gavin T. Ales, Receives 2022 Next Gen Leader Award
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document generation, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that Gavin T. Ales, its chief compliance officer, has been named a Next Gen Leader for 2022 by PROGRESS in Lending.
iTop Data Recovery offers Total Restore & Backup Protection Against PC Data Loss
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As a rising star in software development, iTop makes intuitive, smart, stable, & secure software. It recently launched a brand new iTop Data Recovery - an all-around protection solution for photos, videos, and documents against any file loss situations. It adds more powerful features in the latest release, for example, bringing a more comprehensive recovery performance than competitors and a dependable automatic data backup tool.
DualSafe Password Manager is An Easy-to-Use and Secure Password Manager Featuring AES-256 Encryption and Dark Web Monitor
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iTop today officially launched its advanced password management tool- DualSafe Password Manager, offering the ultimate protection of online account information and fast logins. By applying AES-256, the industry's strongest encryption standard, and the built-in security tools, DualSafe provides password management with a high-security level.
PROGRESS in Lending Names DocMagic Director of Client Services to 2022 Most Powerful Women in Fintech List
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document generation, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that its director of client services, Lori Johnson, has been recognized by PROGRESS in Lending Association as a leading female technology professional in the mortgage industry.
iTop Giveaway for Summer 2022: Enter to Get Free, Value of $250K Top Windows Software Licenses
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Summertime is party time! Welcome to iTop Summer Party! This time, iTop united with 9 top software companies including IObit, Digiarty, MiniTool, 4K Video Downloader, Leawo, AceThinker, etc. to hold a grand giveaway party to offer 15 top software with a total value of $250,000 as gifts.
Guarantee Real Estate Offers Central Valley Home Sellers New Ways to Sell with QuickBuy, an Immediate Offer for Your Home
FRESNO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Guarantee Real Estate, the Central Valley's leading real estate brokerage, is proud to offer home sellers new ways to sell their properties with the opportunity to request an immediate cash offer before they list. By partnering with QuickBuy, sellers will enjoy the certainty and the conveniences of an immediate offer while benefiting from the expertise and guidance of Guarantee's expert agents.
Music News: Actress Who Portrayed ‘The Voice of Marilyn’ In 1993 Cult Classic Film Releases New Album
LAKE ARROWHEAD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Singer, Songwriter and Actress Miss Cortney Page, 57, has an album called "The Voice of Marilyn" and has 19 songs on iTunes. Cortney Page is the voice of Marilyn Monroe in the 1993 cult classic "Calendar Girl," starring Jason Priestley.
Media Alert: 2022 Campaign Kick-Off to Re-Elect L.A. County Sheriff Villanueva
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The campaign to re-elect Sheriff Alex Villanueva will hold its kick off rally this Saturday, March 26 in Santa Fe Springs. The rally is the first of several planned over the next several months. The Santa Fe Springs office will be the first of several campaign offices throughout L.A. County.
Campaign to Re-Elect L.A. Sheriff Villanueva in 2022 Announces First Endorsements and Diverse Campaign Staff in Advance of June Primary
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The campaign to re-elect Sheriff Alex Villanueva announced via social media its first set of major endorsers today, including Gloria Romero, former State Senator and Majority Leader of the California State Senate. Sheriff Villanueva was elected in 2018 on a campaign of "reform, rebuild and restore."
Janet D. Foster Announces 2022 Campaign for California Assembly in Newly Formed District, Greater Long Beach Area
LONG BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Janet D. Foster, elected member of the Los Angeles County Democratic Central Committee representing Assembly District 70, political advocate and healthcare leader, today announced her intention to run for California Assembly representing the newly drawn district in the greater Long Beach area that likely includes Long Beach, Signal Hill, Catalina Island and parts of Carson.
LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva Raises over $1.2M for 2022 Reelection Campaign
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Sheriff Alex Villanueva announced today that his campaign for his reelection has raised over $1.25 million. Sheriff Villanueva has just under $1M on hand and raised over $900k in 2021. Sheriff Villanueva's strong fundraising lead has come from thousands of donors across LA County.
KMEA Implementing ARES PRISM Cost Management Software
BURLINGAME, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- KMEA, an engineering, environmental, energy, and sustainability (E3S) consulting company, has selected ARES PRISM cost management software to improve reliability of data and help scale their business.
Phoenix LTC Selects SecuGen Fingerprint Sensor for Safer Dispensing of Medication
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen is pleased to announce that Phoenix LTC has selected SecuGen's U20-A fingerprint sensor to integrate secure biometric technology into StatSafe, an automated medication management system used in skilled nursing and long-term facilities.
Interlink Commerce accelerates its growth plans with Loren Data’s ECGrid
MARINA DEL REY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Loren Data Corp., a leader in B2B messaging platform technology, announced today that Interlink Commerce, a Boston-area based EDI solutions provider is leveraging its long relationship with Loren Data's ECGrid EDI Network and moving forward with a refined service architecture designed to capture the unique needs of each customer in the ever-growing EDI marketplace.
2021 HW TECH100 Mortgage Award Announces MCT As Leader In Innovation
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MCT® was announced as a 2021 HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage Winner. The Tech100 Real Estate Award recognized the most innovative and impactful technology companies serving the mortgage industry forever changing the home sales process.
Loren Data Releases Upgraded ECGridOS v4.1 API Platform
MARINA DEL REY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Loren Data Corp. (LD.com), a leader in B2B messaging platform technology, today announced a significant upgrade to its ECGridOS(tm) Platform. ECGridOS web services provides advanced API access to partners and customers with low-code controls.
PR: IObit Launches iFun Screen Recorder: Make Screen Recordings Simple and Free
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- IObit today launched iFun Screen Recorder, a free tool to record Windows screens without a time limit or watermark. Users may experience common inconveniences while using screen recorders, such as complicated interface, obvious watermark on videos, or very short recording time.