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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.

Attorney Brian Sutter Reminds Recalled Vehicle Owners of Florida's Contributory Negligence in Personal Injury Cases

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., Nov. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With a three year string of record safety recalls from many of the world's major automakers and millions of vehicles affected in the U.S. alone, Attorney Brian O. Sutter of All Injuries Law Firm is urging owners of recalled vehicles to bring them in to be repaired or face possible liability. (Press Release)

Changing The Face of Medicine – NYC Event Dec. 1: Against All Odds – Celebrating Black Women In Medicine

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Award-winning documentary producer and author Crystal Emery is launching a new campaign and initiative called 'Changing the Face of Medicine.' Its inaugural event will feature a book signing of her biographical photo essay entitled 'Against All Odds: Celebrating Black Women in Medicine,' which will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. (Press Release)

PopMarker Inc. says Cute Kittens Lose Out When It Comes to Online Ad Sales

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Photos of kittens are cute, but clothing and food are where it's at when it comes to online advertising. PopMarker, creators of the advertising industry's most advanced platform for programmatic and in-image advertising, found that fashion and food are the most likely to lead to views, which can in turn generate cash for publishers. (Press Release)

Showing Up for Underserved Public School Students, COPACS Wants Parents to Help Level the Field

WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It has been mentioned by many politicians that everybody has a lobbyist except public school children - which means that when critical decisions are made about public schools the loudest voices tend to be well-paid lobbyists, not parents and community stakeholders. COPACS, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit wants parents and community stakeholders across gender, age, socioeconomic status, and ethnic groups to level this playing field. (Press Release)

Strategy Exec from eBay, CBS, and ESPN, Jennifer Vescio, Joins TeamSnap Board of Directors

BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamSnap, the leading tool for organizing and communicating every aspect of team life, today announced that Jennifer Vescio, a business development and strategy executive with more than 20 years of experience leading top brands like eBay and ESPN, has joined the company's board of directors. (Press Release)

North Carolina Hospice Volunteers King, McBane, and Welch Awarded for Outstanding Service

HIGHLANDS, N.C., Nov. 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Three Four Seasons Compassion for Life volunteers were recently awarded for their exemplary service to hospice patients and families in the western region of North Carolina, including Jackson, Macon and Swain counties. (Press Release)

LeaseAccelerator Announces Educational Event on New Lease Accounting Standards

GREAT FALLS, Va., Nov. 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeaseAccelerator, the leader in Equipment Lease Management Software, announced today that it will be hosting a webinar on the forthcoming Lease Accounting Standard changes. The company's experts have been closely monitoring the latest proposals and comments on both FASB 842 and IFRS 16. (Press Release)

Colorado's TeamSnap Ranked on Inaugural Entrepreneur Top Company Cultures List

BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamSnap, used by over 9 million people worldwide for organizing and communicating every aspect of team life, was recently ranked on Entrepreneur's Top Company Cultures list, a comprehensive ranking of U.S.-based businesses exhibiting high-performance cultures created in partnership with culture management software and service provider CultureIQ(R). (Press Release)

IT Leasing Expert Tim Shockley to Lead Sales Force at LeaseAccelerator

GREAT FALLS, Va., Nov. 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LeaseAccelerator announced today that sales leader and enterprise leasing expert Tim Shockley has joined the company as Vice President of Sales. Tim brings more than 20 years of experience leading top performing teams to provide IT and Financial solutions into Fortune 500 companies. (Press Release)

Massey Consulting helps Eli Global position for growth with cloud-based Intacct ERP

RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Massey Consulting, a leading accounting software consulting firm, will assist Eli Global and companies with the implementation and configuration of cloud-based, best in class, Intacct ERP. (Press Release)

CloudCMR Platform Advances to 25,000+ De-Identified Cardiac MRI Exams with Finalized Clinical Reports

DURHAM, N.C., Nov. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heart Imaging Technologies (HeartIT) announced that CloudCMR has surpassed 25,000 de-identified Cardiac MRI (CMR) procedures and their associated, finalized, clinical reports. (Press Release)

Winnetka Dental Care in Illinois Says Smaller is Better for Oral Health Patients

WINNETKA, Ill., Nov. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the old adage goes, 'Good things come in small packages.' And, such is the case for Winnetka Dental Care, a small orthodontics and general dentistry practice that provides patients with personalized services in a close-knit and comfortable environment. (Press Release)

In Florida, Spodak Dental Group and Giancarlo Stanton provide All Star Smiles for Children in Need

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Nov. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spodak Dental Group and Marlins All-Star fielder Giancarlo Stanton provided free dental care to nearly 100 children this past Friday, October 30. The children are students of Marlins Ayudan Partner School Lenora B. Smith Elementary School in Liberty City, Fla. (Press Release)

Seattle and Spokane Conferences Highlight Epilepsy Awareness and Topics

SEATTLE, Wash., Nov. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest announces two regional conferences this month celebrating National November Epilepsy Awareness Month. The conferences will be held in Seattle, Wash. and Spokane, Wash., and are free and open to the public. (Press Release)

EPIC Insurance adds So. East Region Consultant and Principal Cloe Guidry

ATLANTA, Ga., Nov. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESSS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Cloe Guidry has joined the firm's consulting team in Atlanta. (Press Release)

EPIC Insurance adds Southeast Region Risk Control Consultant Charles 'Chuck' Simpson, CSP

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 29, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Charles 'Chuck' Simpson, CSP has joined EPIC's Birmingham-based National Energy Construction Practice as a Senior Risk Control Consultant. This specialty practice group serves large, complex construction, energy and distribution companies across the country. (Press Release)

JOSEPH EVE to Host CFO Roundtable for Tribal Financial Officers in Minnesota and Oklahoma

KALISPELL, Mont., Oct. 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JOSEPH EVE, a firm of experienced accounting and technology professionals, will be hosting CFO Roundtables for Tribal Financial Officials in Minnesota and Oklahoma. (Press Release)

Teleradiology Specialists Receives the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval

PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz., Oct. 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Teleradiology Specialists has received the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission having been found to be in full compliance with all applicable standards. Teleradiology Specialists serves over 650 Urgent Care clinics, imaging centers and subspecialty medical practices in 35 states. (Press Release)

St. Pete Florida Injury Attorney Michael Babboni Advises Volkswagen TDI Owners to Seek Legal Counsel

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In the wake of VW's admission of its emissions cheating device scandal, Attorney Michael Babboni, of Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh, urges owners of affected vehicles to consult with an attorney. (Press Release)

SecuGen Corporation Announces Realtime North America Integrates SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 into bioLock for SAP

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce the immediate availability of biometric identity management and fraud prevention for SAP(R) system users with SecuGen's flagship fingerprint reader, the Hamster Pro 20.

Oct. 24 Rally for Vaccine Truth in Oakland will Stand Together with Freedom Rally at the CDC in Atlanta

OAKLAND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minister Keith Muhammad, of the Oakland Mosque, in collaboration with community leaders, announce that on Oct. 24, 2015 at 12 noon, protesters will rally at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland, Calif. in solidarity with the Truth, Transparency and Freedom Rally happening on the same day at the CDC in Atlanta.

NonProfit PR Grant Program Offers $250K in Like-Kind Funding in 2016 for Cause Marketing

TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Los Angeles-based Neotrope, a 32-year-old brand marketing, PR, and content development firm, today announced the launch of its 2016 annual PR Grants program for U.S.-based 501(c)3 charities. Launched in 2000, the Non-Profit PR Grant was designed to help raise awareness of selected charities to traditional media, to the public, as well as to potential 'halo' sponsors and donors.

C Diff Foundation Opens New Avenue Providing Nationwide Community Support

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla., Oct. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation launches C. diff. Nationwide Community Support (CDNCS) for patients, families and survivors. C. difficile (C. diff.) infections caused almost half a million infections among patients in the United States in a single year, according to a 2015 study by the CDC. (Press Release)

In N.C., 'Healing HeARTS Holiday Workshop' from Four Seasons Compassion for Life Supports Grieving Children, Teens

FLAT ROCK, N.C., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This holiday season, children and teens who have lost a loved one will be able to express and ease their grief, thanks to the debut of the 'Healing HeARTS Holiday Workshop.' The free event for grieving children and teens ages 6-18 is sponsored by the Heart Songs Program at Four Seasons Compassion for Life, Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Press Release)

Updated for Windows 10: Free RAW File System Recovery with iCare Data Recovery Free v7.8

NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iCare Recovery announces the update of iCare Data Recovery Free which has the important breakthrough of RAW drive recovery when file system changed to RAW and CHKDSK is not available for RAW drives. (Press Release)

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Southeast Region Risk Management Professional Chris Wilkerson

ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Chris Wilkerson has joined the firm's Southeast Risk Management Consulting team in Atlanta. (Press Release)

Bumpurr Mobile Dating App Files Patent Application for Wearable Offline GPS Indicator Embedded in Streetwear Label

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bumpurr - a location based mobile dating app launching in 2016 - filed a Provisional Patent Application for its wearable offline GPS indicator technology in the USPTO on October 6, 2015. The Patent Pending technology will make Bumpurr the first to instantly connect members of an online mobile dating app to offline non-members. (Press Release)

John Cannon Homes in Florida Selected as Exclusive Builder in Bay Estates Preserve at MiraBay, Wows with Luxury $2MM Grand Estate

SARASOTA, Fla., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the opening of 'The Mindera,' a $2,299,990 luxury estate, custom-design homebuilder John Cannon marks his return to Newland Communities in Apollo Beach, Fla., as the exclusive builder in the Bay Estates Preserve at MiraBay, a neighborhood of estate-size waterfront and preserve home sites. (Press Release)

Montana's Ranch for Kids awarded re-licensure by PAARP

REXFORD, Mont., Oct. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Ranch for Kids, a therapeutic program bringing hope and healing to families facing FASD and RAD, announced today that it is again fully licensed by the State of Montana. (Press Release)

In Atlanta: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Minister Farrakhan Unite to Demand Truth & Transparency from Alleged Fraud by CDC

ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Vaccine-Injury Awareness League today announced that concerned individuals from all across the nation will gather to demand an end to 'corruption' at the CDC and to promote mercury-free vaccines. (Press Release)

Asentinel acquires eMOBUS to extend Mobility Managed Services portfolio

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Asentinel, a leading provider of lifecycle Technology and Telecom Expense Management (TEM) solutions, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of eMOBUS, a rapidly growing disruptor in the field of Mobility Managed Services (MMS). Combining easy-to-use software and expert services, eMOBUS makes managing enterprise mobility frictionless, allowing companies to quickly lower costs, automate tedious support tasks and enable BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device). (Press Release)

White House Summit: Energy Optimizers, USA, to be recognized by the White House for taking climate pledge

TIPP CITY, Ohio, Oct. 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Energy Optimizers, USA, will be recognized by the White House today, October 19, during the 'White House Summit on Climate and the Road Through Paris' for committing to the American Business Act on Climate Change Pledge. (Press Release)

Nebraska's Own Eternal Tattoo adds Tatt2Away All-Natural Non-Laser Tattoo Removal

COLUMBUS, Neb., Oct. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. officially launches a Tatt2Away non laser tattoo removal system in the state of Nebraska. Matt Allsman of Eternal Tattoo and Body Piercing in Columbus has come on board with the company to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. Bringing into their high quality of service and products, the all natural system. (Press Release)

Weitz & Luxenberg Wins MDL Designation for Claims Against Johnson & Johnson Power Morcellators

NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nationally known personal injury and mass tort law firm Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., today announced that one of its lead attorneys, Paul J. Pennock, successfully argued to a federal court judicial panel to consolidate into a single multidistrict litigation dozens of lawsuits claiming injuries from use of power morcellators manufactured by Johnson and Johnson subsidiary Ethicon Inc. (Press Release)

Florida Grillefest Fall Roadshow and Wing Cook-Off at The Avenue Viera

VIERA, Fla., Oct. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Experience Grillefest, the first annual Brevard County wing cook-off, presented by the Viera Company and Brighthouse Network Solutions, at The Avenue Viera on Sunday, October 25. Brevard County chefs will be put to the test to create the ultimate chicken wing. (Press Release)

ACG Central Texas signs Memorandum of Understanding with The Mexican Entrepreneurs Association (AEM)

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Central Texas Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth(R) (ACG), the global organization focused on driving middle-market growth, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Mexican Entrepreneurs Association, AEM, in an effort to actively expose the two organizations to each other's membership, foster integration, and promote joint programs. Eduardo Berdegue, president of ACG Central Texas, and Roberto Espinosa, President of AEM San Antonio were the signatories of the MOU. (Press Release)

Philip Massey, CPA, Among Featured Speakers at Accounting Principals Event at North Carolina Museum of Art

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philip Massey, CPA and president of Massey Consulting is among the featured speakers at an event for CPAs hosted by the Raleigh office of Accounting Principals. The all day event will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015. (Press Release)

Bradenton Florida Attorney Bernard Walsh Comments On The Volkswagen Emissions Cheating Scandal

BRADENTON, Fla., Oct. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Bernard F. Walsh of the Bradenton personal injury law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh weighs in on the VW emissions cheating scandal. (Press Release)

Pavaso and IDS Co-Host eClosing Event at MBA Annual to Highlight Upcoming Integration

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pavaso, a provider of digital collaborative technology for the real estate lifecycle, announced it is co-hosting an event with leading mortgage document preparation provider International Document Services (IDS) during the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA's) 102nd Annual Convention and Expo in San Diego later this month. The event, 'eClosing All-Stars,' will be held on Sunday, Oct. 18 at Petco Park. (Press Release)

Florida Walk for Childhood Obesity Awareness at The Avenue Viera

VIERA, Fla., Oct. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Get moving at The Avenue Viera on November 1, 2015 at the free Family Walk For Life presented by Doctors' Goodwill Foundation. This walk is the first childhood obesity awareness campaign in Brevard County. (Press Release)

PitBullTax Announces New Version of Fully Integrated IRS Tax Resolution Software

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Oct. 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PitBullTax Software version 3.0 is now available. Designed for tax professionals who are seeking to take their tax resolution business to the next level, this new and more robust version packs one mean bite. With the available fully integrated IRS transcript delivery, analysis and reporting module, it continues to raise the bar as the nation's leading IRS tax resolution software for CPAs, enrolled agents and tax attorneys. (Press Release)

Georgia Church Hosts 6th Annual College Fair as part of role to close achievement gap and expand college access

MARIETTA, Ga., Oct. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Turner Chapel AME Church Education Ministry, hosts its 6th annual college fair, beginning with a pre-college fair workshop by author and education ministry leader, Mychal Wynn, based on his new book, 'Show Me the Money: A Comprehensive Guide to Scholarships, Financial Aid, and Making the Right College Choice,' from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. The college fair runs from Noon to 3 p.m., Oct. 24, and is FREE to the public. (Press Release)

ACG Central Texas presents Scholarship to College of Business at University of Texas San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Central Texas Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth(R) (ACG), the global organization focused on driving middle-market growth, presented its recently established Scholarship for Finance Studies to Dr. Keith Fairchild, PhD, associate professor and former department chair of the Department of Finance at The University of Texas San Antonio. (Press Release)

First in Texas: All-Natural Non-laser Tattoo Removal at Zulu Tattoo Studio of Austin

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical Inc., launches the first Tatt2Away non laser tattoo removal system in the state of Texas. Zulu Tattoo Studio of Austin has come on board with the company to offer to all its clientele certified tattoo removal as the first Tatt2Away Center in the state. Bringing into their high quality of service and products, the all natural system. (Press Release)

Pavaso Completes First End-to-End Digital Real Estate Process with Agent Sales Contract Negotiation Tool

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Real estate technology company Pavaso today announced the completion of its pioneering end-to-end digital process for the industry with the addition of its sales contract negotiation tool for real estate agents. The tool allows the deal to start digitally and flow through their established process with lenders and settlement agents, creating a unified modern experience for consumers. (Press Release)

Iowa Manufacturing Impact Recognized by State and Local Officials

OSCEOLA, Iowa, Oct. 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With a visit to Altec, Inc. in Osceola, Iowa last month, Governor Terry Branstad doubled up the perception of positive manufacturing growth throughout Southern Iowa. Quickly following up an agribusiness / manufacturing visit to the community from Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey, the feeling in Osceola and surrounding communities is recent manufacturing growth is making a significant impact. (Press Release)

10-Year Old Boy's Allergies Were Relieved After Using a Newly Launched Fluoride-Free Toothpaste from UGLY by nature

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UGLY by nature, a chemical and fluoride-free toothpaste, is getting attention from its reviewers. Some say they're 'obsessed with it' and others are simply 'blown away.' Doctor-formulated, it's made with fair trade organic coconut oil and contains only natural and organic ingredients that were chosen for optimal oral health; nothing artificial is added. (Press Release)

Book Signing by Photographer-Author Vicky Moon at Washington International Horse Show President's Cup Party

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday evening, October 24, 2015, best-selling author Vicky Moon will celebrate the release of her latest book, 'The Stylish Life - Equestrian' (ISBN: 978-3832732639) with a book signing at the prestigious Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), presented by Blue Ribbon Events. (Press Release)

Alec Monopoly Brings his Street Game to NYC Art Gallery

NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alec Monopoly is at Guy Hepner and he's bringing the streets with him. Who is Alec Monopoly? While his true identity remains a mystery, chances you've been to Los Angeles, New York, Miami or London, you've probably driven past the Monopoly artist's graffiti murals featuring widely-known, wealthy pop-culture figures from childhood, like the Monopoly Man, Richie Rich or Uncle Scrooge, or his interpretations of celebrity icons. (Press Release)

30 Days to Make a Difference with LA River: Friends of the Los Angeles River Launches Campaign

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR) President Lewis MacAdams announced today that FoLAR is launching a campaign...

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