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Valerie Gotten

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.

Luna Wear Launches the World’s First LED Illuminating Athletic Apparel Line

MIAMI, Fla., April. 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luna Wear, a fashion technology startup based out of Miami Florida, has released the world's first ever machine washable and dryable, fashionable, illuminating athletic apparel line. Powered by a USB rechargeable lithium battery, Luna Wear's super bright patented Luna illuminating material provides safety for outdoor runners.

New South Florida Limo Business, FL Limoride, Does Things Differently

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., April 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FL Limoride is a new, yet experienced, limo service covering Fort Lauderdale and the South Florida area - offering bespoke service packages. This combination of a new business model with experienced chauffeurs makes it one to watch and a quickly expanding and growing business.

Community Bank in Iowa Helps Foster Future Leaders with Support of ‘Leader In Me Program’

OSCEOLA, Iowa, April 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke County State Bank, through the John T. Vucurevich Foundation, continues to support Clarke Elementary School as an official school in "The Leader in Me" program. Since 2012, CCSB has been a strong contributor to the program providing the base funding for its launch with foundation grants and bank donations.

Sparktacular FX Machines Launches New Line of Cold Spark Technology Products for the Entertainment Industry

PALM BEACH, Fla., April 9, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Palm Beach-based pyrotechnics company Sparktacular FX Machines today announced three new Cold Spark Technology (CST) pyrotechnic simulators scheduled to drop in early June. These new patented and trademarked CST machines use Spark Pack Granules that are heated and propelled into the air and react with oxygen to produce the spark effect that has previously only been seen in Gerb pyrotechnics.

Ohio’s Elmwood Local Schools partners with Energy Optimizers, USA, on energy improvement project

TIPP CITY, Ohio, April 9, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Elmwood Local Schools expects to save $63,792 annually by partnering with Energy Optimizers, USA, to upgrade the district's lighting systems to energy-efficient LEDs. The interior lighting of the district's K-12 building will be retrofitted with LEDs, as will the interior and exterior lighting of the Community Center.

Wondershare Launches Recoverit Free to Recover up to 100MB Data for Free

VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada, April 9, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, Wondershare has released Recoverit Free, which can recover data of up to 100 MB for free. Recoverit by Wondershare is a popular free data recovery software that works on both Windows and Mac. It can recover lost and deleted content from a system or even an external storage unit in an extensive manner.
Patrick Macdonald-King Joins Hyperion

Film Tech Guru Patrick Macdonald-King Joins Hyperion Media Group as Strategic Advisor

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Exiting his role as Prime Focus Technologies President after completing his earn out and roll-out of the company's award-winning DAX Platform, Patrick Macdonald-King has agreed to join the Advisory Board of film and tech finance firm Hyperion Media Group to help create a fund focused on content, and the intersection of content and technology.
EPIC and WBN

Worldwide Broker Network and EPIC Announce 58th Global Conference in San Antonio, TX

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Worldwide Broker Network (WBN), the world's largest fully integrated international network of independent Property & Casualty and Employee Benefits brokers, has announced its 58th Global Conference on April 11-14, 2018 in San Antonio. Partnering with Member Host EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, the 2018 Global Conference will include more than 300 brokers, carrier sponsors, and speakers from more than 100 countries.

FormFree Selected to Showcase at MBA Technology Solutions Conference and Expo 2018 in Detroit

ATHENS, Ga., April 5, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Automated verification provider FormFree announced that it has been selected to present at the Mortgage Bankers Association's Technology Solutions Conference and Expo 2018, taking place April 15-18 at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center.

National Mortgage Professional Mag Designates Quandis a 2018 Top Mortgage Employer

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., April 5, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Quandis, Inc., a leading default management mortgage technology provider, announced that it was named to National Mortgage Professional magazine's (NMP) Top Mortgage Employers list for 2018. Quandis was one of only ten companies to be included in the publication's 'Services Providers' award category.

SecuGen Releases the Ultra-Slim Hamster Pro 10 and U10, an FBI-Certified OEM Fingerprint Sensor, at ISC West 2018

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 5, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, a world leading optical fingerprint device and technology vendor, is pleased to announce the release of the Hamster Pro(TM) 10 and U10 sensor. Both the Hamster Pro 10 and the U10 sensor inside of it are FBI certified for PIV and Mobile ID FAP 10 applications.
Neotrope 2018 Non-Profit PR Grants

18th Annual Non-Profit PR Grants Helping Worthy Causes announced by Neotrope

TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neotrope, a brand marketing, PR, and entertainment media company, today announced the launch of its 2018 annual Non-Profit PR Grants program for 501(c)(3) charities. Launched in 2000, the PR Grant(TM) helps to raise awareness of selected charities to traditional media, to the public, as well as to potential "halo" sponsors and corporate donors.

HousingWire Honors Matic as Top Innovator in Housing Tech for 2018

SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Matic, a fintech company whose technology enables borrowers to purchase homeowner's insurance during the mortgage transaction, today announced it has been named to HousingWire's 2018 Tech100 list of the most innovative tech providers in the housing industry.

Tenorshare Releases 4uKey Software to Unlock Disabled iPhone

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tenorshare launches 4uKey, a new product that is specially designed to bypass iPhone passcode when you forget it, when your iPhone is disabled, or when you bought a second-hand iPhone with passcode. Just as the product name implies: 4uKey means 'for your key.'
ReverseVision

HousingWire Names ReverseVision to TECH100 List of Housing’s Most Innovative Tech Companies for a Third Year

SAN DIEGO, Calif., April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReverseVision, the leading provider of technology and training for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) industry, today announced it has been named to HousingWire's HW Tech100 list of innovative housing technology companies for a third time. Previously recognized in 2015 and 2017, ReverseVision is the only provider of Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) technology to receive this distinction.

Maxwell Recognized by HousingWire as one of the Most Innovative Technology Companies in Real Estate

DENVER, Colo., April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maxwell, the emerging leader of digital mortgage automation software, announced today that it has been recognized for the second year in a row as one of HousingWire's TECH100 for 2018.

Simplifile Recognized as an Innovative Mortgage Technology Company on 2018 HW Tech100

PROVO, Utah, April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, announced that it has been included on the fifth annual HW Tech100 list published by housing and mortgage industry trade magazine HousingWire. This year marks the third consecutive year Simplifile has made the Tech100 list, which recognizes, "the most innovative technology companies in the U.S. housing economy, spanning real estate, mortgage lending, mortgage servicing, and investments."
CLOUDVIRGA

Cloudvirga Named to HousingWire’s TECH100 List of Most Innovative Tech Companies in Real Estate and Housing

IRVINE, Calif., April 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software whose enterprise technology is powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform(R), today announced it has been named to HousingWire's 2018 TECH100 list of the most innovative technology companies in U.S. real estate, mortgage lending, mortgage servicing and investments.
LBA WARE

LBA Ware Named to 2018 HW Tech100 List of Innovative Housing, Mortgage Tech Companies

MACON, Ga., April 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware, a leading provider of automated compensation software and systems integration solutions for mortgage lenders, today announced that it has been named to the 2018 HW Tech100 list published by housing and mortgage industry trade magazine HousingWire. The HW Tech100, which is in its fifth year of existence, recognizes, "the most innovative technology companies in the U.S. housing economy, spanning real estate, mortgage lending, mortgage servicing and investments."
MortgageHippo

MortgageHippo Picks Matic for Integrated Homeowner’s Insurance That Helps Consumers and Lenders Save Money

SHERMAN OAKS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Matic, a digital insurance agency whose technology enables borrowers to purchase homeowner's insurance during the mortgage transaction, today announced the availability of its one-click "get quote" button within MortgageHippo, a cloud-based digital mortgage platform that guides consumers through a modern, lender-branded borrowing experience.

BeSmartee and FormFree Integration Gets Loans to Initial Underwriting Faster

ATHENS, Ga., April 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Automated verification provider FormFree(R) today announced that its flagship AccountChek(R) automated asset verification service is now part of BeSmartee's next-generation mortgage point-of-sale (POS) platform. The integration will make BeSmartee's already-streamlined digital loan process even speedier thanks to faster and more accurate assessment of borrowers' ability to pay from FormFree.

Miami Mold Specialist Upgrades Crawlspace Mold Removal Technologies

MIAMI, Fla., April 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prestigious South Florida mold removal co., Miami Mold Specialists, acquires state-of-the-art fogger tech. Specifically designed for attic, crawlspace, and maritime mold remediation and disinfecting.

Thintri, Inc. report says Minor Metals Rebound, with Growing Opportunities

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new market study by Thintri, Inc., shows how minor metals, having endured a period of slack demand for many commodities, are now facing a brighter future with improving markets. In some cases the metals face rapid growth in demand in some of today's hottest markets while others will track the overall economy, and a few will see declining demand.
The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC)

The Mortgage Collaborative Welcomes Partners Credit & Verification Solutions to Preferred Partner Network

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation's only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of credit and verification solutions firm Partners Credit & Verification Solutions to its Preferred Partner network. Partners Credit offers TMC members a suite of comprehensive and customized credit related products and services.
iMobie PhoneRescue 2018

iMobie PhoneRescue 2018 Can Now Recover Forgotten iTunes Backup Passwords

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ - iMobie, a leading software developer for iOS and Android, today announces that its cutting-edge data recovery software PhoneRescue is now able to recover forgotten iTunes backup password. For those iPhone users who failed to remember their iTunes backup passwords, PhoneRescue can easily help them get access to their encrypted backups no matter how complicated the password is, and restore photos, messages, contacts and other essentials from the backups successfully.
XG Communities LLC

Portland Oregon to bring additional cellular coverage to their citizens – RFP awarded to XG Communities

PORTLAND, Ore., April 2, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless marketing plans and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, has been awarded an exclusive wireless marketing agreement with the City of Portland.
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Announces New US Campaign Promoting Wines from Italy

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. announces that Charles Communications Associates is now their agency of record for the United States. The Consortium is a private body created to represent vine-growers, winemaking companies and bottlers from Conegliano Valdobbiadene and to safeguard the standards of the D.O.C.G. criteria in crafting wines of the highest quality and distinct provenance.
CLOUDVIRGA

Cloudvirga Updates Enterprise Mortgage POS Platform to Raise the Digital Mortgage Bar

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Cloudvirga(TM), a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software whose enterprise technology is powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform(R), today announced a major update to the Cloudvirga Enterprise POS. New features designed to improve lender speed, compliance and productivity will make the platform's 4.0 release the most robust POS solution on the market.

In Utah, Simplifile Reaches $100K in Donations through Simplifile Cares

PROVO, Utah, March 29, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, announced it has reached $100,000 mark in charitable donations made through its philanthropic initiative Simplifile Cares.

New England Film Series in April: Documentary on Plight of Ground Fishermen to be Screened in Maine

KITTERY, Maine, March 29, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maine residents will have an opportunity soon to witness the devastating impacts of federal regulations on the lives of New England ground fishermen, as seen through the eyes of a documentary filmmaker with a long record of acclaimed work. David Wittkower's "Dead in the Water" will be shown at four Maine community theaters in April.

PitBullTax University Launches with First PitBullTax User Conference May 2018 in Fort Lauderdale

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., March 28, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PitBullTax Software, The Leading IRS Tax Resolution Software provider for CPAs, Enrolled Agents and Tax Attorneys received accreditation to be a Continuing Education Provider for tax professionals who are involved in IRS tax resolution and for those who plan to practice in this lucrative specialty. This is yet another milestone in a long history of accomplishments for PitBullTax, and another example of how this company maintains its dominant position in the tax resolution arena.

Uniwin Machinery Whole Coil Nail Production Line Finished Installation in Turkey

ZHENGZHOU, China, March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Zhengzhou Uniwin Machinery and Equipment Co., Ltd, makers of Uniwin Nail Making Machines, announced that two months ago the company delivered one whole production line of coil nails making to Izmit Port, Turkey.

Branding Tools Made Easy! DesignEvo Brings Custom Logo Designs to Anyone with its new iPhone App

HONG KONG, March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Online logo maker, DesignEvo, which helps anyone to customize a compelling, unique logo in minutes, brings out its iPhone version, DesignEvo 1.0, that allows users to create a custom logo design on their iOS device, PearlMountain announced today. With its launch, users can quickly select the preferred design from 3500+ templates and then customize it into professional logo designs with powerful editing tools and various art resources.

Florida Attorneys from Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh Attended The FJA’s Workhorse Seminar

ORLANDO, Fla., March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Several Managing Partners from the personal injury law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh participated in the Florida Justice Association's Workhorse CLE Seminar and Networking Event.

Major Benefactor Helps Soon to Be Released Documentary on Christian Persecution, ‘Christians in the Mirror’

TAMPA, Fla., March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Patrick Carberry, founder Joshuacord Inc., has teamed up with In Altum Productions, film director Jordan Allott, and Paul Jallo, president, Jallo Oil Distributors' to produce a much-needed documentary that addresses the plight of Christian persecution in the Middle East and Africa. Joshuacord is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization developed to help people persecuted for their Christian faith.

Lake City High School S.C. Student receives full ride to Northeastern University as 2018 Torch Scholar

MARIETTA, Ga., March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Ensuring Access and Equity announced today that one of its College Planning Cohort students, Damian Lee, who attends Lake City High School in Lake City, South Carolina, has received news that he has been selected as a Northeastern University Torch Scholar. The Torch Scholarship covers tuition, room, board, books, and fees to Northeastern University, valued at $260,000 over 4 years.

Northern Guilford High School Student receives a full ride to Northeastern University as a 2018 Torch Scholar

MARIETTA, Ga., March 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Ensuring Access and Equity announced today that one of its College Planning Cohort students, Otis Burns, who attends Northern Guilford High School in Greensboro, North Carolina, has received news that he has been selected as a Northeastern University Torch Scholar. The Torch Scholarship covers tuition, room, board, books, and fees to Northeastern University, valued at $260,000 over 4 years.

For New York Dog Lovers, Holistic Vet Takes ‘Heal’ to a Whole New Level with 2018 ‘Healthy Dog Expo’

ALBANY, N.Y., March 26, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pet owners everywhere want to give their four-legged friends the gift of good health and greater longevity - and the newly launched Healthy Dog Expo, conceived by holistic veterinarian Dr. Laurie Coger, may help them to do just that. The expo is designed to offer pet owners practical tips for enhancing their dogs' health and well being - and ultimately extending their lives.

South Texas Podiatrist Dr. Ed Davis Washes Away Tough Cases of Heel Pain with Water Tech

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, March 26, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Ed Davis, San Antonio podiatrist, states that heel pain is often caused by plantar fasciitis which is an inflammatory condition of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a tough fibrous band of tissue that starts in the heel bone and goes forward across the arch to attach to the bases of the toes.
IEP - Interactive Educational Program

Inaugural Annual Lower Extremity IEP Fellows and Young Surgeons Course hosted by Magnifi Group and Bespa Global

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Lower Extremity Fellows, Residents and Young Surgeons from leading U.S. Orthopaedic Centers and Hospitals will attend the 1st annual Lower Extremity IEP Fellows & Young Surgeons Course, to be held in Austin, Texas, May 18-20, 2018, Magnifi Group announced today.

Oberon Theatre Ensemble’s Final Four Ticket Blitz for HALCYON DAYS in NYC

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 23, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LanDan Consulting and the Oberon Theatre Ensemble (Brad Fryman, Artistic Director) announce Oberon's Final Four Ticket Blitz for 'HALCYON DAYS' by Steven Dietz directed by Academy Award Winner Alexander Dinelaris '(Birdman,' 'Red Dog Howl's) as Oberon celebrates its 20th Season.

Florida’s Dania Beach Arts: Jaded Aerosmith, Deep Fried Funk Join Dania Beach Arts & Seafood 6th Annual Celebration

DANIA BEACH, Fla., March 23, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tribute band Jaded Aerosmith will light up the stage on Saturday, May 19 followed by a captivating performance by R&B band Deep Fried Funk on Sunday, May 20 at the 6th Annual Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration. The 2018 lineup features an electrifying cast of performers and a diverse range of acts, including Classic Rock Therapy, Whipping Post and Latin group Catabella to name a few.
Matcha Dessert Shop - Matcha cha

Grand Opening: New Matcha Dessert Shop ‘Matcha cha’ Comes to Sawtelle in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Lovely and yummy, Matcha dessert shop "Matcha cha" with its signature Matcha soft-serve ice cream is making Sawtelle debut on March 31, 2018. Enjoy the authentic Matcha flavor delivered from Kyoto, Japan!

RMA’s Kevin Crowder on What Florida Cities Need to Know Before They Seek a P3

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., March 22, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kevin Crowder was in great demand at the recent Florida Council for Public Private Partnership (P3) conference in Orlando. As the Economic Development Director for RMA - Redevelopment Management Associates he has successfully guided many cities through the complicated P3 process. During the conference, he shared how cities can avoid some of the biggest P3 pitfalls and emulate the most successful P3 projects.

Mortgage Industry Veteran Tom Rice Joins OpenClose as VP Enterprise Account Executive

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., March 22, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose(R), an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced that long-time industry veteran Tom Rice has joined its growing sales team. Mr. Rice has experience with multiple LOS platforms as well as other enterprise-class mortgage technology solutions. He will be responsible for covering the West Coast territory.

Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education produces 1st Annual Young Artist Showcase in NYC: There’s No Place Like Home

BRONX, N.Y., March 22, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education is proud to present 'There's No Place Like Home,' the 1st annual Young Artist Showcase celebrating the greatness and self-expression found within all Casita Maria program participants. This multi-disciplinary exhibition will include over 200 artworks created during the 2017-2018 after school-year.

Celebrating New England Culture – Sixteenth Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations (FON)

PORTLAND, Maine, March 20, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of international flags again will sway in the breeze and the summer will HEAT UP on July 28, 2018 at the Deering Oaks Park; a feast for your eyes and ears will be displayed throughout the Sixteenth Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations (FON). FON proudly celebrates and highlights Maine's great ethnic diversity, perpetuates traditions, encourage ethnic understanding, and promote unity in Maine. FON's theme this year is "FROM MANY DIFFERENT NATIONS, TO ONE MAINE."

TAX TIME! Life-preserving tax tips, quips and advice in book from Jeffrey Schneider, now available in a Kindle Edition

STUART, Fla., March 20, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SFS Tax Problem Solutions Press announces the release of the eBook and Kindle Edition of "Now What? I Got a Tax Notice from the IRS. Help!" (B079XWL8P9) by Jeffrey Schneider. "Now What?" is also available in paperback (ISBN: 978-0692997154) and will be published in an audiobook version in June 2018.

Simplifile Debuts Enhanced Post-Closing Service to Automate Trailing Mortgage Documents

PROVO, Utah, March 20, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, announced that it has enhanced its Post Closing service to help lenders automate the return of trailing loan documents. This new service is designed to save lenders time on final Closing Disclosure (CD) reconciliation, eliminate time-consuming post-closing document management tasks, and provide a complete audit trail to reduce regulatory risk.
Top Mortgage Employer

National Mortgage Professional names Mortgage Capital Trading a 2018 Top Mortgage Employer

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that National Mortgage Professional (NMP) magazine named the company to its 2018 'Top Mortgage Employers' list. MCT was one of only ten companies to be included in the Services Providers category.

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