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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.

INTO THE FORGOTTEN FOREST – Werewolves and Vampires and Magic, Oh My!

GREENFIELD, Mass., Aug. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- River J. Hopkins, bestselling author of "Sometime After Midnight: A Collection of Poetry & Short Stories," now presents a world - much like our own - with hidden depths, in "Into the Forgotten Forest." It's a place rife with magic, curses, an ancient, brewing evil, and a prophecy that rests on the shoulders of a young woman and her twin brother.

Voice Biometrics Shaping Up as Major Choice for Security and Healthcare

EDISON, N.J., Aug. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Voice biometrics is shaping up as a major choice for security and healthcare in 2020. For example, Kaizen Secure Voiz (KSV), a respected leader in the voice biometrics industry, services a leading national security firm employing hundreds with more than 50% mobile guards in the field.

Nature Photography Fights Impacts of Stress, Stay at Home Order, Too Much Tech

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Oct. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Founded by Uber alums Jason and Diana Liles, New American Fine Art aims to bring the restorative qualities of the great outdoors to overworked employees and cooped up quarantiners around the globe. The online photography gallery - launching Aug. 24, 2020 - will feature ultra-high-resolution images captured on their year-long sabbatical from the fast-paced tech world.

AeroBase Group Launches SPIROL Product Line As Licensed Distributor

MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AeroBase Group, Inc., a minority women-owned small business distributor for medical, aerospace and defense industries, announced today it launched the SPIROL product line on all platforms as a licensed SPIROL distributor.

Aligned Technology Solutions Ranks on the 2020 Inc. 5000 with Three-Year Revenue Growth of 107 Percent

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inc. magazine today revealed that Aligned Technology Solutions is No. 3485 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment-its independent small businesses.

Reonix Technologies Announces Budget Relief Program for Municipalities

DULUTH, Ga., Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Reonix Technologies LLC has announced a new program offering to municipality's water, wastewater and utilities sectors. With economic uncertainties and confusing social distancing protocols, budgets across the nation are being slashed and unemployment is trending upwards. The result is lower employee numbers and higher stress for those left to maintain day-to-day operations.

Independent, Third-Party Analysis Shows SimpleNexus Digital Mortgage Platform Delivers 9X ROI

LEHI, Utah, Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today released key findings from an independent, third-party analysis quantifying mortgage lenders' monetary return on investment (ROI) in SimpleNexus.

C Diff Foundation Hosts 4th Annual Global C. diff. Awareness 2K Virtual Walks

TEANECK, N.J., Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation announced today that registration is open for the 4th Annual Global C. diff. Awareness 2K Virtual Walks. This year's annual events will take place online and will be recorded at the Morris A. Votee Park, Teaneck, NJ, Charlestown Township Park, Phoenixville, PA, Sims Park, New Port Richey, FL on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET.

Atlantic Surfacing Enters the Residential Market with the Launch of Chucktown Turf

CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atlantic Surfacing is pleased to announce the launch of Chucktown Turf, which will focus primarily on residential and small business artificial grass installation projects in and around the Charleston area.

LBA Ware Recruits Fintech Data Expert Matt Semrad to Build Predictive Analytics for LimeGear BI Platform

MACON, Ga., Aug. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, has hired veteran fintech executive and data analytics expert Matt Semrad to enhance its BI platform LimeGear with predictive loan production analytics and machine learning.

Promontory MortgagePath Adds New Sales Executives to Capitalize on Interest in Its Mortgage Fulfillment, Fintech Offerings

DANBURY, Conn., Aug. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Promontory MortgagePath LLC, a leading provider of comprehensive digital mortgage origination and tech-driven fulfillment solutions, announced today that it has hired Jordan Higgins and Kim Joyce as regional vice presidents in the company's sales division. The new hires are the latest result of Promontory MortgagePath's accelerated recruitment efforts.

FormFree to Host Heroes Golf Classic on Oct. 30 in Support of the American Red Cross

ATHENS, Ga., Aug. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced it will host the 2020 Heroes Golf Classic on October 30, 2020, at Château Élan in Braselton, Georgia. All proceeds from the charity golf tournament will be donated to the American Red Cross of Northeast Georgia, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps feed, shelter and provide support for people affected by fires and other disasters.

Inspirational New Book ‘Prodigious Son: A Memoir of Miracles’ Reveals Remarkable Life of An Urban Shaman, Ralph Matson

CHICAGO, Ill., Aug. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- First time author Ralph Matson shares, in his own words, remarkable stories of healing, recovery and enlightenment in, "Prodigious Son: A Memoir of Miracles" (ISBN: 978-1098308872). Matson's journey leads us into the famous Woodstock festival, down drug alleys, and over mountain ashrams on a never-ending quest for higher consciousness as he struggles with his inner demons and angels.

hampr Announces Last-Mile Delivery Healthcare Division, Presto Health

LAFAYETTE, La., Aug. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- hampr, a Lafayette, Louisiana-based start-up, announced a newly created healthcare division, Presto Health, today. Presto Health is a last-mile delivery platform built specifically for a variety of use cases in healthcare and will launch starting with prescription delivery.

Thar Process Expands into India to Focus on Pharmaceutical Purification Market

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Aug. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thar Process, Inc - an American manufacturer of high-tech supercritical CO2 extraction and purification equipment - is proud to announce the signing of a new exclusive distribution deal with YMC India (a subsidiary of YMC Co. Ltd., JAPAN).

Veteran-Owned Berry Law Listed on the Inc 5000 for 4th Straight Year

LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Out of more than 6 million business in the United States, Berry Law has been honored with a spot in Inc. magazines annual 5000 fastest growing private companies list for the 4th consecutive year. Being ranked in the top 5000 places, Berry Law lands among some of the fastest growing and highly respected companies in the U.S.

SUNPRO SOLAR Ranks No. 372 on 2020 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

MANDEVILLE, La., Aug. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SUNPRO SOLAR announced today that Inc. magazine ranked Sunpro Solar No. 372 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. With a three-year growth of 1,235%, Sunpro Solar is one of the nation's fastest growing solar companies.

Right Hand Technology Group Ranked Among World’s Most Elite 501 Managed Service Providers

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Right Hand Technology Group has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers on the prestigious 2020 annual Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings.

Gerber, Enterprise Expand in Arizona as Local Development Remains Bullish

QUEEN CREEK, Ariz., Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GCON Inc. Construction begins in Queen Creek on a $5.8 million dual tenant building for Gerber Collision & Glass, one of the largest collision shop consolidators in North America, and privately-held Enterprise Holdings, known publicly as Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Polar Bears – Now ‘Garbage Bears’ – ‘Can you Hear Me’ by Danielle Alura

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Who doesn't like watching fluffy polar bears, monkeys in natural hot springs, and koalas? Custom couture made out of single use objects? The official music video for "Can You Hear Me" By Danielle Alura is very eye-catching and creates an amazing picture for Mother Earth; fluffy, fashionable and factual all at the same time.

Celebrated Shoe Designer Mark Schwartz and Fashion Aficionado Krystal Paris Announce the Launch of Epiphany Shoes and their Partnership with Celebrity...

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mark Schwartz and Krystal Paris today announced the launch of their new high-end endeavor, Epiphany Shoes. The new company will focus on the creation and distribution of boutique, hand made designer shoes for women.

SimpleNexus Makes the Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies for 3rd Year Running

LEHI, Utah, Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers and real estate agents, announced it has clinched a spot on the 2020 Inc. 5000. This marks the third consecutive year SimpleNexus has appeared on the Inc. 5000 list.

LBA Ware Climbs Over 1,000 Spots to Clinch Inc. 5000 for Second Consecutive Year

MACON, Ga., Aug. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, announced it has ranked number 2,173 on Inc. magazine's annual Inc. 5000 list, a ranking of the nation's fastest growing companies.

7 Mortgage Implements OpenClose’s LOS & POS to Support Its Network of Credit Union Members

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 7 Mortgage, a credit union service organization (CUSO), announced that it went live with OpenClose's end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) allowing its partner credit unions to leverage the mortgage industry's leading technology. The OpenClose solution allows 7's CUSO members to efficiently and effectively complete mortgage loans - from start to finish - via a centralized platform rated #1 by multiple independent studies.

Successful Women’s Shoe Designer Mark Schwartz Releases a New Era of Men’s Fashion Forward Shoes

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Throughout Mark Schwartz's 35-year career as a successful women's shoe designer, he has always secretly wanted to design and make handmade men's shoes. Now, he's done it and his new men's shoes collection will be available this fall/winter.

Health and Fitness Coach Marci Kenon Expands PLAN to Prevent Diabetes in New York’s Underserved Communities

HARLEM, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When the pandemic hit, certified lifestyle coach Marci Kenon was knee deep in serving her Harlem community, specifically targeting the marginalized and underserved sectors. As the founder of Preventive Lifestyle Assistance Network (PLAN), her agency, launched last year, focuses exclusively on providing the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP).

Teacher Bodybuilder Suits Up in Bikini as ‘Queen Of Swords’ for Ms. Health and Fitness Title

TULSA, Okla., Aug. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Judy Stetson, widow, teacher, bodybuilder, and contestant for Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 suits up in a bikini to ride the wave of pandemic changes throughout the Fall school season. The teacher battled memories of 911 emergency calls and widespread stress syndrome from the COVID crisis that took the life of her adult former student.

ARMCO Executive Joins QC-Focused Panel for Mortgage Bankers Association’s Virtual Risk Management Conference

DENVER, Colo., Aug. 11, 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 has been selected to speak on the topic of quality control during the MBA Live - Risk Management, QA and Fraud Prevention Forum 2020, hosted virtually September 15 - 16, 2020 by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

Tennessee’s 1st Democratic Nominee Blair Walsingham Announces the ‘Freedom Grant’

EIDSON, Tenn., Aug. 7, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blair Walsingham, Democratic Congressional nominee in Tennessee's 1st District will award two "Freedom Grants," $500/month for one year to district residents. Walsingham says that her Freedom Grant, not dependent upon a vote for her, is intended to "empower individuals to move beyond survival."

Enhanced Quality and Safety Assurances for Customers of BUCHHOLZ PAINT AND AUTOBODY

GAINESVILLE, Fla., Aug. 7, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BUCHHOLZ PAINT AND AUTOBODY of GAINESVILLE is now a certified collision repair shop, which ensures customers that their collision repairs will adhere to the latest industry quality and safety standards.

New SimpleNexus eClosing feature enables mortgage lenders to conduct speedy and convenient hybrid closings of purchase and refinance loans

LEHI, Utah, Aug. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers and real estate agents, today announced the release of SimpleNexus eClosing, a new feature that enables lenders to conduct hybrid closings for purchase and refinance loans.

Kuni Foundation Awards $100,000 Housing Access Grant to Community Vision

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Community Vision, a leader in advancing self-advocacy and person-focused housing for people who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities, received a $100,000 grant from the Kuni Foundation to enhance housing access efforts.

Kraft Technology Group Ranked Among Tennessee’s Most Elite MSPs

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Channel Futures creates an annual, comprehensive list, known as the MSP 501, to recognize some of the best managed service providers (MSPs) around the globe. This year, Kraft Technology Group Ranked among Tennessee's Most Elite MSPs.

Charleston Oral and Facial Surgery Celebrates 15 Years of Making Lowcountry Residents Smile

CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- August 2020 marks the fifteenth anniversary of Charleston Oral and Facial Surgery as a cornerstone in the Lowcountry community. The oral surgery practice was founded with a commitment to making the highest levels of patient care accessible and convenient.

Deuxmers Releases New Titles by Peter Shaindlin and by Lee Siegel

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Deuxmers Publishing announces the release of two new novels by Lee Siegel, "Typerotica" and "Horseplay"; and a long-awaited collection of new poems by Peter Shaindlin, titled "Ravens, Nights."

Velocity Credit Union gives members free access to their FICO® Scores

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity Credit Union credit card holders can now access their FICO Scores at no charge through monthly statements and online banking. FICO Scores will be refreshed on a quarterly basis and checking them will not affect credit ratings.

Groundbreaking New Book Transforms the Death Process for Terminally Ill, Families

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Individuals who are living with a terminal illness and the people who love them can now deeply transform their shared experience of the dying process, thanks to a new book released today by author Melody LeBaron, "Transforming Death: Creating Sacred Space for the Dying" (ISBN: 978-1733477123).

Spyine Releases Special iPhone Monitoring for Parents

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spyine, a well-established phone monitoring application, rolled out a new parental monitoring feature for its users recently. The iPhone Parental Monitoring feature helps track the iPhone activities and is expected to solve the biggest problem of parents.

Top of Mind’s SurefireCRM Named Product of the Year at 2020 Sales and Marketing Technology Awards

ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Top of Mind Networks (Top of Mind), a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation software for the mortgage lending industry, has been named a 2020 Product of the Year by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG).

Lifelong Writer and Survivor of Cancer and Abuse Shares Her Story In a Self-Help Book

ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Through It All I'm Still Standing" (ISBN: 978-1735052519) is the first book from the talented writer and publisher Towanna Hogue as she shares her personal experiences surviving several challenges, including marriage, divorce, cancer, and starting over with readers worldwide.

Pittsburgh Electrical Insulation (PEI) Acquires Fibertek to Expand Manufacturing Capacity

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pittsburgh Electrical Insulation, Inc. (PEI) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Electrical Products Division of Fibertek, Inc. of Franklin, Tenn. Fibertek is a manufacturer of leading-edge specialty fiberglass tapes and high-performance laminates for electrical insulation applications in electric motors, generators, and transformers.

Facilities Planning Services Group Creates Re-Shoring Team Plan to Help Re-establish Manufacturing in the USA

WILMINGTON, N.C., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Facilities Planning Services Group has announced the formation of the FPS Re-shoring Team. This team of specialist will help USA companies relocate their manufacturing operations back to the mainland to lessen their dependency on offshore outsourcing.

ZenTek Consultants Launches Training & Networking Hub for the Civil Engineering Industry

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ZenTek Consultants is pleased to announce the launch of the ZenTek Civil Engineering Hub, the premier professional tool for anyone who works in the Civil Engineering & Survey industries.

Mullen’s Miracles foundation announces the activation of its second stage to nourish the needs of those in crisis

ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mullen's Miracles announced today the activation of its second stage as a newly established non-profit organization dedicated to nourishing the needs of those in crisis. Mullen's Miracles is providing individualized options, respective support systems, and support provisions to those on the edge, to those assisting others in crisis and to those that have lost a loved one to suicide.

IDmission, LLC Announces Biometric Upgrade Path for Enterprise Security Access Points

BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 3, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities today announced its Identity Management System (IDMS) to significantly reduce unauthorized access to large multi-tenant facility access points.

Florida Gators, The Libman Company Announce Multi-Year Relationship with Primary Presence During Basketball Season

GAINESVILLE, Fla., Aug. 3, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Florida Gators Sports Properties, on behalf of the University Athletic Association (UAA), today announced a new relationship with The Libman Company, a family-owned business that has been making quality cleaning tools since 1896.

Aligned Technology Solutions Ranked Among Virginia Most Elite 501 Managed Service Providers

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 3, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aligned Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world's premier managed service providers and one of the top MSPs in Virginia on the prestigious 2020 annual Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings.

OpenClose Integration with Access Business Technologies Provides Faster Exchange of Loan Data Between LOS and Third-Party Systems

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 31, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose®, the industry-leading mortgage fintech provider and omni-channel loan origination system (LOS), announced that it integrated with Access Business Technologies' (ABT) MortgageExchange interface solution.

When the Pandemic Stopped TV Production in NYC, a Camera-crane Company Started Shooting Iconic Classic Cars for Free

HUNTINGTON, N.Y., July 31, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The alluring beauty of classic automobiles is the subject of short videos by television camera-crane specialist Howard Heitner, launching as Classic Car Video.

New Book Explores Unique World of Intrapreneurs and Their Role in Business Growth

BOSTON, Mass., July 31, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author and intrapreneurship expert Susan Foley, Managing Partner of Corporate Entrepreneurs LLC, is excited to announce the release of the paperback version of her latest book, "Intrapreneurs: Who, What, How and Why" (ISBN: 978-1734956900).