Valerie Gotten
Valerie G has been an editor with California Newswire for several years, is a gifted theremin player, can quote copious lines from 'Red Dwarf' and also knows where her towel is. Oddly, she does not drive, nor does she take the bus. She identifies as both human and democrat.
iMobie Rolls Out Biggest Holiday Sale for 2016: Buy iPhone Manager, Get iPhone Cleaner PhoneClean FREE
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iMobie Inc., a leading iOS related software company, announced today the biggest ever holiday sale promotion to celebrate Christmas and New Year with customers. In appreciation of their long-term support, iMobie is giving out the best iPhone Cleaner PhoneClean as a FREE gift for customers who buy iPhone manager AnyTrans, aiming to free up more storage space for iPhone and iPad users so they can fully enjoy holiday photos, music, and videos on their iOS device.
OpenClose President JP Kelly Named to HousingWire 2016 Vanguard Award List
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 22, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose, an enterprise-class, multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) provider, announced that HousingWire honored its president, JP Kelly, with its second annual Vanguard Award. The list recognizes highly successful executives who are making a positive difference in their respective fields across the mortgage industry.
In NY, the Nation’s ‘Fastest 10 Year-Old’ Sets Another Record at Start of 43rd Colgate Women’s Games
BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Returning champions and promising newcomers from Boston to Virginia in first grade through college and beyond competed this weekend at the opening preliminary meet of the Colgate Women's Games, the nation's largest female amateur indoor track and field series.
Mortgage Capital Trading President Curtis Richins earns a 2016 Vanguard Award
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), an industry leading hedge advisory firm and developer of MCTlive!(TM), the award-winning secondary marketing software suite, announced that its president, Curtis Richins, has been designated to HousingWire's Vanguard Award list for 2016. Now in its second year, the program recognizes executives that have made a positive impact at their companies and for the entire mortgage industry.
Florida Tax Attorney Mary King Attends CLE Seminar On Tax and Probate in Orlando
SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Mary King of the Law Office of Mary King P.L. has attended a continuing legal education credited seminar. Held in Orlando Florida, the seminar focused on tax law, probate and estate planning.
Non-profit Forum 2017 Dates Announced by Financial Technologies and Management (FTM)
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Dec. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Financial Technologies & Management (FTM) has released the dates and agenda for 2017 Nonprofit Forum monthly online event for nonprofit organizations. Jim Simpson, CPA will host each forum. Mr. Simpson is a nonprofit financial leader and trainer, CFO, Controller, and software advisor for over 25 years.
Synergy SIS Education Tech by Edupoint Selected for Nebraska ESUCC
LA VISTA, Neb., Dec. 20, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Synergy(R) Student Information System (SIS) from Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by the Nebraska Educational Service Unit Coordinating Council (ESUCC) for inclusion in its Cooperative Purchasing program.
Seattle Bash announces 15th Annual INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash at MoPOP
SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 16, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle Bash, a leading event production company in the Puget Sound area, today announced the INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash would continue the long tradition of being held at The Museum of Pop Culture (formerly EMP Museum) located in downtown Seattle.
Spooky Chicago! The Dead of Winter: Mediums at Large Paranormal Seminar and Ghost Hunt
CHICAGO, Ill., Dec. 15, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A host of famous mediums, psychics, ghost hunters, authors and more will gather January 28, 2017 for Chicago Hauntings' annual "Dead of Winter" paranormal seminar at the Plum Tree National Golf Resort in Woodstock, Illinois. Guest star, Chris Fleming of the Travel Channel's smash hit, "Ghost Adventures."
Gators Can’t Stop Weeds! Here is great holiday gift for anyone on the Treasure Coast of Florida
FORT PIERCE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for that holiday gift or present for the homeowner dealing with weed problems on the Treasure Coast? A weed-free garden, patio, walkway or driveway does not have to come at a high cost to the environment. Doctor Kirchner Natural Weed Killer is your non-toxic, biodegradable, sustainable weed killer solution.
To Reinvent Mortgage Experience, Maxwell Financial Labs Announces $1.95M in Funding
DENVER, Colo., Dec. 14, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maxwell Financial Labs, Inc. announced today it had secured $1.95M in funding, with anchor investors MATH Venture Partners, Techstars Ventures, Zelkova Ventures and Sovereign's Capital. The funding follows on the heels of Maxwell's commercial launch on August 16.
Dick Genthe Chevrolet Offers Detroit High School Chance to Win $10,000 with Teen Driver Pledge
DETROIT, Mich., Dec. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dick Genthe Chevrolet is giving local Detroit high schools the chance to win $10,000 by asking parents and teens to sign the Drive Safe Detroit, Teen Driver Pledge and obtain the most pledges.
Ros B Beauty Introduces Luxury Cosmetic Line for Makeup Lovers
SACHSE, Texas, Dec. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Top industry expert and professional makeup artist Rosalyn Bellamy, CEO and founder of Ros B Beauty, launched Ros B Beauty Luxury Cosmetics at a December 8 gala launch party at Salon M in Frisco, Texas. The cosmetic line, offering high performance products catering to all skin tones and types, includes Camera Ready Primer, HD Pro Finish Foundation, Dual Powder Pro Finish Foundation, Pro Finish Liquid Concealer, Blush On, Luxe Lip Gloss, and Liquid Velvet Lipstick.
Appraiser Dashboard Shortens Appraisal Turnaround Times for Lenders and Appraisal Management Companies
SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Appraiser Dashboard, a provider appraisal technology, has announced the launch of its namesake appraisal workflow and networking technology. Appraiser Dashboard is the industry's first appraiser-facing technology that automatically informs AMCs (appraisal management companies) and lenders each time the appraiser user takes action in the appraisal process.
NRMLA Adds ReverseVision CEO John Button to Board of Directors
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- ReverseVision, the leading provider of software and technology for the reverse mortgage industry, today announced that its president and CEO, John Button, has joined the board of directors for the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA).
Baby Boomer Singer Songwriter isn’t Seeking a Grammy or Looking for Fame
PLANT CITY, Fla., Dec. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Delivering melodies, harmonies and lyrically driven songs, Ed Verner looks to a music passion with honesty, humility and humor. The end result and goal is neither world domination nor awards, but more so, another ear to listen, another person to download and maybe a few dollars on the side.
12 Jurisdictions in Georgia, Louisiana Join the Simplifile E-recording Network
PROVO, Utah, Dec. 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, today announced the addition of eight Georgia counties and four Louisiana parishes to its e-recording network, the nation's largest.
Hey Santa! 4th Annual Red Carpet Toy Drive announced by Phat Inc. Magazine and Subaru of San Bernardino
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Local celebrity Vincent Ayon aka Invinceable, the publisher of Phat Inc. Magazine, is once again donning his Santa hat. With the support of Subaru of San Bernardino, the former hip hop artist proudly presents his 4th Annual Red Carpet Toy Drive.
Residents Medical’s Candidates Getting Interviews and Pre-Match Residency slots Oct. – Dec.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- America's Medical Residency applicants are deep into the residency application season. In September, the application period opened for medical students and graduates that want to be licensed physicians and surgeons via the only path in America - Completing medical residency training, says Residents Medical.
SecuGen to Unveil New Hamster Pro 45, a FAP 45 Two-Finger Reader, at 2017 CES Las Vegas
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen Corporation, a world leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, is pleased to announce the unveiling of the Hamster Pro 45(tm), a new FAP 45 fingerprint reader that supports both flat, two-finger and rolled finger captures.
Utelogy Corporation and ProVideo Solutions Announce Partnership
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Utelogy Corporation, creator of software for control and management of audiovisual systems for business and education, has signed a strategic partnership with Texas-based ProVideo Solutions.
Attorney M. David Shapiro Advises Florida Consumers about Post-Crash Insurance Rate Hikes
SARASOTA, Fla., Dec. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M. David Shapiro, founding partner of the personal injury and civil trial law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh, has offered consumers insight into auto insurance rate-hikes that can occur after being involved in an accident.
JenCap Holdings LLC Acquires NIF Group Inc.
NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JenCap Holdings LLC announced today that it has agreed to acquire privately held NIF Group, Inc. (NIF), a managing general agency, program administrator and wholesale insurance broker based in Manhasset, New York, with six offices located on the east and west coasts of the United Sates.
New Book, ‘Axe the Taxes’ Might Help You Pay for Your Big Christmas!
RIVERSIDE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Marvin Lee Robey announces the release of his latest book, "Axe the Taxes." Mr. Robey says "Axe the Taxes" is based on Supreme Court cases dealing with taxes and quotes those Supreme Court rulings.
Credit Unions Increase Use of Outsourced Mortgage Services by 30 Percent in Q3-16, According to Altavera
DENVER, Colo., Dec. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Altavera Mortgage Services (Altavera), a leading provider of SAFE Act-compliant outsourced residential mortgage origination services, reported a 30 percent increase in credit union demand for its outsourced mortgage origination services in the third quarter of 2016 compared with the previous quarter.
Simplifile adds Brian Boike as Director of Product Strategy
PROVO, Utah, Dec. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leader in electronic document and data workflow technology for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, today announced it has hired Brian Boike as director of product strategy. In his new role, Boike will work with executive leadership and business partners to identify new technological solutions for collaboration and information sharing that enable Simplifile's clients to work more efficiently and profitably.
Former Military Officers from Jordan Guydon LLP Seek Greater Due Process for CA Bonus Troops
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 6, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Two former military officers of the Washington D.C. law firm of Jordan Guydon sent letters today to U.S. Senator Boxer, other Congressional leaders, the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of the Army, urging the strengthening of due process for the California National Guard bonus recipients. The two are Darlye Jordan, managing partner of the firm and a former Army major who advised commanders during the Gulf War; and, Howard G. Cooley, of-counsel, and a retired Army colonel.
rateOne Home Loans Opens Branch Office in San Clemente, Calif.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Finance of America Mortgage, a national, full service mortgage banker, is pleased to announce that Jeana Ziroli Kobielsky has opened rateOne Home Loans, a division of Finance of America Mortgage in San Clemente, Calif. Orange County native, Jeana Ziroli Kobielsky, will serve as Branch Manager and will focus on developing new retail branches by assembling a team of talented mortgage advisors and processors.
Big Savings Insurance Agency acquired by Protector Holdings
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Protector Holdings, a joint venture of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants and Dowling Capital Partners, announced today the acquisition of Big Savings Insurance Services, the firm's largest acquisition to date. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Big Savings specializes in providing insurance services to Hispanic consumers; writing auto insurance from 14 California locations including Sacramento, Yuba City, Lodi, Stockton, Rancho Cordova, Roseville, Modesto, Turlock, Fresno, San Leandro, San Jose and Salinas.
SecuGen to Feature New UN20 Bluetooth Fingerprint Sensor at CES Las Vegas
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen, a world leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, is pleased to announce that they will be demonstrating the UN20 Bluetooth, a Bluetooth enabled OEM fingerprint sensor that is FAP 20 certified, small, rugged, and affordable.
North Carolina Cooks! Cottage Cooking in Asheville Gets a New Kitchen
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Dec. 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cottage Cooking, a cooking class business in Asheville, North Carolina, where their motto is, "Enter as strangers, but leave as friends," is excited to report that its guests will now be entering into a new kitchen. John Godts and Liisa Andreassen, owners of Cottage Cooking, had no idea that when they started their cooking class business less than two years ago that there would be such a demand for their services.
Crosslake Named to 2016 CIOReview 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers
SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crosslake announced today that it has been selected by CIOReview as one among 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016. "It's a great honor to announce Crosslake as one of the 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016," said Jeevan George, Managing Editor of CIOReview.
Run Up Them Bands with OG Bobby Billions (OGB) Song of the Year
DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dallas artist OG Bobby Billions released on Black Friday what might be one of the greatest debuts from a new talent - and according to him it's only the beginning. On December 9 he will be releasing a more in-depth visual to the already buzzing "Bands" single.
Council of Residential Specialists and Move For Hunger Collaborate to Help Feed Families In Need Nationwide
CHICAGO, Ill., Dec. 2, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) announced today a partnership with Move For Hunger, a non-profit organization that works with real estate agents and moving companies to combat the growing hunger problem across the country.
FormFree CEO Brent Chandler Receives 2016 HW Vanguard Award from HousingWire for Mortgage Industry Leadership
ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that its CEO and founder Brent Chandler has been recognized by HousingWire magazine in its second annual HW Vanguard Awards(TM) program. Created to recognize outstanding leadership in the housing and mortgage finance sectors, this year's awards honored 40 C-level and business unit executives.
ARMCO COO Phil McCall Recognized as 2016 Mortgage Industry ‘Vanguard’ by HousingWire
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software, announced today that COO Phil McCall has been honored as part of HousingWire magazine's second annual HW Vanguard Awards(TM).
TRID Defects Down Slightly in 2016-Q2 ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software, announced it has released its ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends report, covering the second quarter of 2016. Using the Fannie Mae loan defect taxonomy, the report details the analysis of post-closing quality control data from loan files and findings captured by the ACES Analytics benchmarking system.
Nationwide Appraisal Network Hires Monica Bankus as VP of Operations
OLDSMAR, Fla., Dec. 1, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN), an innovative, women-owned, industry-leading appraisal management company with true national coverage, announced today that Monica Bankus has joined the company and will serve as VP of Operations. In that role, she will lead a team that will employ proprietary, groundbreaking technology, enhanced workflow and processes, improved communication with appraisers and lenders - and establish a new Platinum Standard for customer experience at NAN, a standard that with time the mortgage industry might attempt to adopt as its own.
Win License of iReparo for Android to Recover Data from Your Android Phone for Free
SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 30, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iReparo for Android announces that it is offering worldwide Android users an opportunity to win free licenses of its Android data recovery software, which is worth $49.95 for one personal license. This tool can retrieve various kinds of data from Android phone and tablet. During this one-month contest, 5 lucky winners will be picked out every day.
In Florida, Grammy Winner PITBULL to Speak at Palm Beach State College’s STEAM Fundraiser
LAKE WORTH, Fla., Nov. 30, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Palm Beach State College Foundation is proud to announce that Armando Christian Perez, professionally known as "Pitbull," will be the keynote speaker for the Foundation's 2017 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) luncheon presented by Bank of America. The event will take place February 1, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts' Cohen Pavilion, West Palm Beach.
EPIC Golf Insurance Services Named ‘Insurance Provider of the Year’ Second Year in a Row
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it has been named the 2016 "Excellence in Achievement" award winner for the second year in a row by BoardRoom Magazine as the "Insurance Provider of the Year."
Capacity LLC Passes Major Milestone in Nov. with 10 Million Orders Processed
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J., Nov. 30, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has confirmed they have reached a company milestone in the month of November by surpassing 10 million orders processed. Operating in a business sector worth over $30 billion in the U.S. alone, Capacity has become a linchpin for diverse brands in a wide range of industries.
WSAC Selects Regent Education to Automate its WASFA Process for DREAMers
FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 30, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) has selected Regent Education's Electronic Application for State Financial Aid (e-ASFA) to automate its Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) process for all participating schools within the state of Washington. For students who are ineligible for federal financial aid due to immigration status, the WASFA provides a chance to apply for state financial aid including: State Need Grant, the College Bound Scholarship, State Work Study and the Passport to College Promise Scholarship.
Wondershare Data Recovery Software Specializes in Windows 10 Doc, Photo, Video, Music Archive Recovery
NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wondershare Technology is a key member of the National Planning Software Enterprises of China and a global leader in application software development. They have recently announced the Wondershare Data Recovery software which specializes in Doc, Photo, Video, Music, and Archive recovery.
DocMagic Total eClose Enables Industry’s First Completely Paperless Digital Closing – Start to Finish
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, regulatory compliance and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that it has successfully completed the mortgage industry's first comprehensive eClosing in Massachusetts, which included both lender and closing/settlement agent documentation, for radius financial group, inc.
Ali Cultural Arts in Florida Offers Audio Engineering Program Thanks to a Grant from the John S. and James L. Knight...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ali Cultural Arts is proud to announce that they will be launching "Miss Masters: Audio Engineering at the Ali" in spring 2017. This hand-on training opportunity empowers girls for careers as audio engineers, music producers and DJs.
Rate Reset Chooses AccountChek by FormFree for Automated Verification of Borrower Repay Ability
ATLANTA, Ga., Nov. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that Rate Reset, the world leader in automated loan retention and acquisition software, has selected AccountChek(TM) by FormFree as its technology provider for automated asset verification. AccountChek helps financial institutions determine in just seconds the ability of customers to pay back loans, without the hassle of collecting bank statements or other asset documents.
Edupoint Launches Free Online Synergy Community for Partner Districts
MESA, Ariz., Nov. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has launched Synergy Community, a free meeting place for 24/7 peer-to-peer support in a secure online environment. Synergy Community adds another layer to Edupoint's existing support offerings, enabling Synergy partner districts to work closely with one another anytime and anywhere.
MetaSource Promotes John Nixon to Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MetaSource, the leading provider of mortgage quality control (QC) compliance advisory and workflow automation solutions, announced it has promoted John Nixon to Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this new role, Nixon will be responsible for the alignment of all resources dedicated to demand creation for business development, strategic account management and marketing to foster growth to continue MetaSource's success.
Free iOS and Android Photo Editor PICAS is Trending on Instagram after Google Play Store Editors’ Choice
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Picas, the free photo editor, is trending now on a famous photo sharing platform Instagram after it featured on Play Store as Google editors' choice. With machine learning algorithms using artificial intelligence in combination with neural networks, Picas can help you turn a regular photo into famous fine art paintings with different styles and effects. Picas is available both for Android and iOS users.
