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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.

New Book: ‘You’re An Author? Don’t get Hustled’

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., July 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Published Author Wayne McFarland has just released, "You're An Author? Don't Get Hustled - How to launch your book without getting hurt, hammered, or fleeced; a step by step guide" (ISBN: 978-1645505686; paperback).

Significant Changes in Airline Pet Travel Options: Company Offers Safe Alternative

TUCSON, Ariz., July 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 25 years ago, when Happy Tails Travel began shipping pets by air, it was a simple process with many flight options and minimal restrictions. Slowly the requirements increased. This is especially true over the past 2 years, during which time many airlines suspended flying pets for a period of time to improve pet safety and decrease airline liability. These changes continue to rise.

ARMCO Executive to Co-Host QC Webinar through MBA’s Education Department

DENVER, Colo., July 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced that Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt will share her expertise on loan quality and risk management during an upcoming webinar sponsored by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

Hank Metzger is Top Refinance Originator at American Financing Corporation

AURORA, Colo., July 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hank Metzger of American Financing Corporation is excited to announce that Scotsman Guide ranked him number four refinance originator in 2019. Metzger's impressive roster of refinance loans closed tallied 914.

TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) has Canceled This Year’s 2020 TCI Expo that was Scheduled for October

BALTIMORE, Md., July 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 2020 TCIA Expo was slated to take place in Baltimore, but has been canceled according to Synertree, LLC. This comes as a result of all major events being canceled in Baltimore due to COVID-19. The Expo is the world's largest tree industry event, drawing over 4,000 tree care industry professionals from across the globe.

​COVID-19 and Black Lives Matter Disproportionately Affecting Black Moms in America

COCKEYSVILLE, Md., July 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- June's first-ever State of Black Mothers In America became the largest conference dedicated to this audience in the world, says event co-host Christine Michel Carter. With nearly 2,000 attendees, it surpassed the attendance of the previous title holder by more than three-fold.

AARP Maryland Seeks 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service Nominees

BALTIMORE, Md., July 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) ---AARP Maryland is continuing to accept nominations for its 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honor a Marylander over the age of 50, who is sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members. The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2020.

‘Money Is an Energy Game,’ Gold Winner of 2020 COVR Visionary Awards for e-books, is now available in print

ARLINGTON, Wash., July 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Madeline Gerwick of Polaris Business Guides and Margaret Donahue of Feng Shui Connections announce the print publication of "Money Is an Energy Game" (ISBN: 978-1734283600). Released in Kindle format in December, 2019, this book was named the Gold Winner of 2020 COVR Visionary Awards for e-books on June 6, 2020.

America’s Values: Valuegraphics Survey shows Patriotism is the #1 priority, ahead of Family

VANCOUVER, B.C., July 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Among the 56 core human values that The Valuegraphics Database measures, the average American ranks "Belonging" ahead of "Family" and "Relationships" - a result that reflects the very strong national pride in the U.S.

IDmission Completes ISO Compliance Testing for Proprietary Biometric Technologies and Presentation Attack Detection

BOULDER, Colo., June 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced that it has met the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements for ISO/IEC 30107-3.

Med spa adds medically supervised weight loss to its list of services in Kentucky

CRESTWOOD, Ky., June 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A medical aesthetics practice near Louisville, Kentucky is branching out beyond its usual cosmetic treatments to incorporate a new program geared toward weight loss and weight management. Vibrant Med Spa recently announced the addition of its new Wellness Through Weight Management Program to aid clients in reaching their weight loss goals.

Aligned Technology Solutions Celebrates 10 Years Continued Growth and Success

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions, an award-winning managed service provider (MSP), has reached an exciting milestone as the company celebrates a decade of providing affordable world-class IT solutions that improve technology outcomes for small- and medium-sized businesses.

Tenorshare 4MeKey is Now Available: iCloud Activation Lock Bypassed Easily

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tenorshare has just released a new product named 4MeKey. It can help you easily bypass the iCloud activation lock on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, thus you can access a locked device without an Apple ID and password!

Last Week to Nominate for a Free Roof – Open to Travis County Residents

AUSTIN, Texas, June 26, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Austin Roofing and Construction has been giving away free roofs since 2015. Roofing damage does not discriminate and we have had some bad storms this year. If you know a homeowner who has found themselves in dire straits and in need of a roof, or if that homeowner is you, please nominate.

WildPlum Adds Wild Wine and Summer Spirits to Kickstart the 4th of July Steamboat Style!

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo., June 25, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Life is about to get a little wild and crazy, fun and tasty, at the base of Steamboat Springs! WildPlum, a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination, that brings elevated goodness to the mountain community of Steamboat Springs, will kick off the 4th of July in high style, offering wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream specials.

Bridge Point Clean Affiliate Receives High Praise for Providing Delaware Health Facilities with Our Professional Disinfection Services to Combat Covid-19

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., June 25, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bridge Point Clean, a professional disinfection services and products company, today announced they have received strong praise for their successful disinfection service on Delaware Psychiatric Center of Delaware Health and Social Services.

IDmission Names Entrepreneurial Executive Miles Busby as New Chief Revenue Officer

BOULDER, Colo., June 25, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities, has announced the appointment of Miles Busby as chief revenue officer.

FoneGeek Releases iPhone Passcode Unlocker to Unlock iPhone and iPad

SHENZHEN, China, June 23, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Forgot iPhone passcode or Apple ID password? FoneGeek launches iPhone Passcode Unlocker to help you unlock Apple ID and remove iPhone passcode from locked, disabled or broken screen without password.

Singing Dog Vanilla Introduces Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix in Compostable Packaging

EUGENE, Ore., June 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Singing Dog Vanilla is introducing an Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix with compostable packaging after movement of their Organic Vanilla Frosting Mix surged by 209% this year. Sales growth is most likely encouraged by an increase in home baking while people shelter in place.

The Jacobsen Announces Release of Sage, a New Augmented Intelligence Platform

BOULDER, Colo., June 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Jacobsen has announced the release of their new augmented intelligence platform for commodity price forecasting, named Sage. "We are the first price reporting agency to release a forecasting product built on machine learning and augmented intelligence in our niche," states John Donicht, President of The Jacobsen.

STRATAC Leadership named Co-VP of Communications for American Marketing Association – Austin Chapter

AUSTIN, Texas, June 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- STRATAC Marketing's Virginia Case was elected Co-VP of Communications by the voting members of the American Marketing Association's Austin Chapter - a premier marketing collaborative in Austin, Texas.

Colorado Optometrists Announce Tips to Help Avoid Eye Health Challenges from Increased Screen Time During COVID-19 Pandemic

DENVER, Colo., June 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As social distancing becomes a normal way of life during the COVID-19 pandemic many individuals are participating in increased screen time. The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and the public health campaign 2020 Eyes Colorado, have collected tips from its doctors of optometry on how to keep eyes healthy.

2019 ARMCO QC Trends Report Indicates Overall Marked Improvement in Critical Defect Rate over 2018

DENVER, Colo., June 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of the quarterly ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report. The latest report, which provides nationwide loan quality findings based on data derived from ACES Audit Technology covers both the fourth quarter (Q4) and the 2019 calendar year (CY).

Atlanta Businessman Reveals Success Secrets in Debut Book

ATLANTA, Ga., June 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atlanta businessman, personal coach and author, Khigh Shotwell, founder of Puppetless World, has revealed the formula for his success in his debut book, "The Game is to be Sold, Not Told" (ISBN: 978-1734711400).

New Book: ‘Poems, Untold’

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y., June 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) --- "Poems, Untold" (ISBN: 979-8651689033), by Elen Krut, is a collection of inspirational poems written by the author to encourage, guide, reflect, and present a different perspective and observations to readers.

Unique Car Seat Cover Helps Patients Recover from Loss of Mobility

TOWSON, Md., June 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Katherine Miles, creator of the Ruby Slipper Car Seat Cover, explained why this simple device is a surprisingly effective part of a continuum of care for persons who have suffered a loss of mobility.

3flightsHR CEO Sheryl Simmons Selected to Speak at Financial Health Network EMERGE Conference and HRSouthwest Conference for Second Consecutive Year

DETROIT, Mich., June 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 3flightsHR, a leading HR consulting company, is pleased to announce that once again Chief Executive Officer Sheryl Simmons has been selected by Dallas HR to present at the Annual HR Southwest Conference, and by the Financial Health Network to present at the Annual EMERGE Conference.

Statement from The African Caribbean Chamber of Commerce on The Civil Unrest and State of Race Relations In America

DETROIT, Mich., June 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As a civic organization committed to racial and economic justice, the sustained outpouring of grief, anger and civil unrest sweeping our country and the globe serve as a stark reminder of not only America's promises and ideals, but also its legacy injustices and shortcomings. Championing equality, diversity and inclusion, the African Caribbean Chamber of Commerce (ACCC) joins the global chorus of those sickened and appalled by the inhumanity we have witnessed.

Hampton Inn San Antonio-Northwoods Reopens June 15 – Centrally Located Hotel Anticipates Exciting Summer

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Hampton Inn San Antonio-Northwoods, located at 2127 Gold Canyon Drive San Antonio, Texas, announced Friday it will resume operations following the Coronavirus shutdown. The Hilton branded hotel will open its doors on Monday, June 15 and offer discounted room rates to travelers eager to explore the summer activities in San Antonio.

Vice Capital Markets Sets Internal Record for Monthly Trade Volume

NOVI, Mich., June 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vice Capital Markets, a leading mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced today that the company has more than doubled its monthly trade volume over a 90-day period, setting several internal records. Trade volume totals reached during this period include $11.5 billion in March, $13.4 billion in April and $12.4 billion in May.

Maryland Officials and Non-Profits Unite to Combat Elder Financial Abuse PROTECT Week 2020 Launches on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

BALTIMORE, Md., June 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Media Advisory -- AARP Maryland announces Press Conference announcing PROTECT Week (Preventing Older Americans From Financial Exploitation) Statewide Public Education Campaign, Monday, June 15, 2020 at 10 a.m. ET.

FormFree Director of Partner Relationships Christy Moss, CMB, Honored by NEXT Mortgage Events’ Inaugural 50 Over 50 Awards

ATHENS, Ga., June 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree Director of Partner Relationships Christy Moss, CMB, has been recognized by Next Mortgage Events (NEXT) as a 50 Over 50 honoree. In its inaugural year, the awards program honors female powerhouses in the mortgage industry.

Wondershare Online UniConverter – A Powerful Online Version of UniConverter

SHENZHEN, China, June 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wondershare Technology Co. Founded in 2019, Wondershare Online UniConverter is an online sibling of Wondershare UniConverter, the desktop program for Windows and Mac platforms since 2009.

ACE Home Services Honors Our Warriors by Providing a New AC to Military Member this July 4, 2020

PHOENIX, Ariz., June 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACE Home Services is a top HVAC and Plumbing company servicing the Phoenix Metro area. For years since it was founded, they have provided homes with quality AC and Heating facility maintenance, equipment installation, and repair, ensuring smooth operation in homes.

ARMCO Expands Corporate Philanthropic Program to Support COVID-19 Relief and Racial Equality Advocacy Efforts

DENVER, Colo., June 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced it has expanded its corporate philanthropic initiative ARMCO CARES to support employees' charitable giving and volunteer efforts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Running Of The Bulls Only Sorta Canceled Due To Pandemic – 14th rendition of San Fermin in Nueva Orleans changes format,...

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nola Bulls, LLC has found a way to carry on the fun of San Fermin in Nueva Orleans with an online gathering of amigos. The three-day event that usually spans many blocks and venues in the city of New Orleans will be shortened to a few hours, but expanded to venues around the world.

Harlem Wizards Committed to Driving Equality, Fairness and Justice for All

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Harlem Wizards' players, staff and support personnel want to express their deep sympathy to the families of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. As an organization, it's saddened to see the images of such heinous murders. This is very personal for the group as 90 percent of the players are people of color.

What your Choice of Quarantini says about You: A Valuegraphics Survey

VANCOUVER, B.C., June 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- During your COVID-19 quarantine, in those Zoom socials, was gin your preferred spirit in your martini shaker? If it was, here's what we know about you and your cohort of gin drinkers, according to The Valuegraphics Database and a new global analysis of what people all over the world care about most - and by extension how they will behave.

New SBA Service Fills Plan Sponsors’ Need for Pandemic-Friendly, Cost-Effective Sourcing of Third-Party Benefit Service Providers

ATLANTA, Ga., June 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) today announced the launch of Arm's-Length Vendor Search, a service designed to help organizations make informed decisions about hiring and retaining benefit plan administrators, recordkeepers and other third-party service providers when travel restrictions or budgetary constraints preclude in-person assessment of prospective vendors.

Going, Going, Gone: Established Real Estate Agent Leaves Brokerage World During a Pandemic to Embrace the Advantages of Auctions

CHESAPEAKE, Va., June 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a pandemic-ravaged economy that's left few industries untouched - with many having had to completely rethink and reorient operations within a short window of time - one might question why someone would leave an established career to set off on a new venture. However, that's exactly what Seth A. White chose to do, noted real estate auction firm Tranzon Fox has announced today.

Poetry Reawakens Soul, Something Desperately Needed in Our Uncertain Times

LAKESIDE, Mont., June 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eight One 818 Publishing announces a new book release, "Reimagining In 2020: Poems: First Reflections" (ISBN: 978-1733941235) by Laura Keller-Wolff. Response to a world pandemic comes in many forms. Sheltering in place, one poet finds deeper vision facing the urgencies of radical change.

Maryland Food Truck Week 2020 Will Roll Out in July

BALTIMORE, Md., May 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After many weeks of reflection, we made the decision to uphold Maryland Food Truck Week's dates to July 10 - 26, 2020, event organizer Au Jus Solutions, announced today. Since Maryland entered a State of Emergency and Governor Hogan issued a stay-at-home order, Food Trucks, who are essential businesses, never truly stopped operating.

James F.X. Payne joins pExchange LLC as Vice President of Special Projects

ARLINGTON, Va., May 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- pExchange LLC, a leading provider of innovative government PPBE budgetary software, database management and advanced analytics solutions, just announced that James F.X. Payne has joined the company as Vice President of Special Projects.

Tucson Startup Focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Water Management Project Helps Sustain a European Nation

TUCSON, Ariz., May 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The University of Arizona Center for Innovation has announced that NOAH Malta, a subsidiary of NOAH Arizona LLC, a company based on technology invented at the University of Arizona and started at the University of Arizona Center for Innovation (UACI), has been awarded a groundbreaking contract by the European Union.

The 2020 Black Hole Recession – COVID-19 Effect on Metro Denver Home Values

DENVER, Colo., May 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clear Realty and their real estate technology division Sell-Star released today an in-depth report on how the economic freefall triggered by fear of death from COVID-19 instantly formed the 2020 Black Hole Recession and now affects Metro Denver home values and the safety of 250,000 or so families and individuals wishing to sell or buy a home over the next two-and-a-half years.

Texas Systems Group Named to ChannelE2E Top 100 Vertical Market MSPs: 2020 Edition

AUSTIN, Texas, May 27, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Systems Group has been named to After Nines Inc.'s ChannelE2E Top 100 Vertical Market MSPs list and research for 2020. The annual list and research (hashtag: #Top100MSP) identify and honor the top 100 managed services providers (MSPs) in healthcare, legal, government, financial services, manufacturing and additional vertical markets.

ARMCO Launches QC NOW Web Series to Support QC Professionals

DENVER, Colo., May 26, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the lending industry, announced the launch of QC NOW, a web series covering current regulatory and operational changes related to quality control, compliance and risk for independent mortgage lenders, banks and credit unions.

Garden City Plumbing & Heating Celebrates 35 Years Serving Missoula

MISSOULA, Mont., May 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Garden City Plumbing & Heating is proud to announce that May 31, 2020 marks its 35th year in business serving Missoula and western Montana. Since the company's founding in 1985, Garden City continues to be local and family owned.

Tev Hemmans Lives an Artsy Lifestyle

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From mixing songs on his YouTube podcast, Artsy Radio, to writing self-help books like Artsy Life and designing the Artsy Classic I sneaker, Tev Hemmans is determined to empower creatives through the actions of his own creative projects.

Epix Gear Launches Made in the USA Custom-Designed Sports Apparel

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. and TEMPE, Ariz., May 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Colorado-based sports apparel company, Epix Gear, has announced the re-shoring of their apparel production with the opening of a made in the USA facility in Tempe, Arizona.