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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.

Air Technical (ATI) Innovates for the New York Aquarium with a One-of-a-Kind Shark Crane

MENTOR, Ohio, Sept. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Have you ever visited an aquarium and wondered how the animals found their way in there? Engineers at Air Technical Industries (ATI) learned first-hand by designing a creative solution for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in New York City: the first continuous, double-rail, serpentine crane system of its kind.

Maxwell Advances Mortgage Experience with the Release of Maxwell ApplyID

DENVER, Colo., Sept. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Digital mortgage leader Maxwell today announced the release of Maxwell ApplyID, its next generation mortgage loan application and data enrichment API. The new release will enable clients - from brokers to national mortgage lenders - to pre-populate loan application data and develop new customer intelligence capabilities.

Cold Chain Capital, LLC launches – Private Equity Firm Focused on HVACR Industries

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Sept. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cold Chain Capital LLC ("Cold Chain Capital"), a Fayetteville, N.Y.-based private equity firm, announced its launch today. The company focuses on the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry ("HVACR").

The Hyde Park Homes Tour for 2018 Showcases Century-Old Homes in Missouri

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eight historic homes, including three by noted architect John W. McKecknie, will open their doors for tours during the biennial Hyde Park Historic Homes Tour. The Tour hosted by The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association (HPNA) will be held Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and a Candlelight Tour of a Chicago-style influenced Italian Renaissance home on historic Janssen Place will be held on Friday, October 5 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.

Clean PVC Certification Announced for PVC-Based Products found safe via REACH compliance

ANDOVER, Mass., Sept. 14, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clean PVC LLC, an environmental consulting organization, today announced the launch of its Clean PVC(R) Certification program. The program identifies flooring, wallcovering, upholstery, and other PVC-based products that have been found safe via REACH compliance for use in sustainable building projects. REACH is a regulation adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from risks posed by chemicals.

Advalent Launches Network 360™ to Drive Multi-Dimensional Provider Performance in Value-Based Care Contracting

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 13, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Advalent, a market-leading healthcare technology company focusing on payer solutions announced today the launch of a new network contracting and analytics product - Network 360(TM). Designed for payers and risk bearing healthcare providers, Network 360 is a breakthrough analytics platform that analyzes network, enables value-based contracting, and manages both upside and downside risk.

MQMR says Mortgage Industry Margin Compression Calls for Fixed-Cost Approach to Compliance Support

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Quality Management and Research, LLC (MQMR) President Michael Steer today advised lenders to adopt a fixed-cost approach to compliance support in the face of margin compression and declining per-loan profits. By investing in a fixed-cost solution for compliance, lenders can better manage their monthly expenses while ensuring they remain compliant, thus avoiding potential financial penalties associated with non-compliance.

Calling all Texas Indie Bands to participate in the Battle of the Bands hosted by Hub Streat Plano and Texas Select...

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 13, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Select Radio announces the 2018 Battle of the Bands at Hub Streat, a full service Culinary Entertainment Center, featuring hand crafted cocktails, craft beer, a menu for every taste from a scratch kitchen, live entertainment and a dog friendly patio.

Everest Foundation’s Lauded Research Scholars Land Their Medical Residency

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Everest Foundation (EF) just released its 2018 list of EF Scholars that landed a medical residency training slot on July 1, 2018. Shirisha Reddy, M.D. and Sharjeel Israr, M.D. were among the people to start their residency on July 1; both are from South Asia.

Florida-based CB Structures Ranks No.7 in Engineering News-Record for Specialty Contractors

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 12, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Current Builders today announced its CB Structures division has been ranked by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as #7 in the Southeast Region for the Concrete Sector, #19 in Florida for Specialty Contractors and #45 in the Southeast Region for Specialty Contractors for 2018.

San Diego Business Journal Honors Mortgage Capital Trading’s Natalie Arshakian with 2018 ‘Next Top Business Leaders Under 40’ Award

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Sept. 11, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that the San Diego Business Journal (SDBJ) named its employee Natalie Arshakian to the 2018 'Next Top Business Leaders Under 40' list. The award program recognizes dynamic, young business leaders and role models who have significantly contributed to San Diego's business climate and the community.

Prevail Consulting’s Reinsurance System selected by Tower Insurance as the leading solution to automate reinsurance administration

STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 11, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading insurance industry technology and professional services provider, today announced a contract with Tower Insurance to license the Prevail Reinsurance System (PRS) to support Tower's reinsurance operations. Under this new contract, Prevail will install PRS and deliver implementation and professional services.

RMA Wins First Place Communication Awards for Florida Economic Development Campaigns

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) employees won multiple awards at the recent Florida Festivals and Events Association event, securing two first place prizes in categories related to communications. RMA was recognized with top honors for their PR/Media Campaign for the 6th Annual Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration and for their Community Engagement Program for Pompano Beach's Neighborhood Ambassadors.

iMobie AnyTrans Updated for Q4/18 with Ringtone & App Manager to Bring iOS Users A Workaround of iTunes

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iMobie flagship product, AnyTrans, has made the greatest update since 2012: granting Apple users full freedom to manage iPhone ringtones and apps after iTunes 12.7. Now, everyone is free to select a favorite song from multiple resources like iPhone, iTunes Library, computer, or YouTube, to cut any part of the song as a ringtone in a straightforward way.

XG Communities congratulates La Habra Heights on their 40th anniversary and partners to address growing wireless technology demands

LA HABRA HEIGHTS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- La Habra Heights is celebrating the 40th anniversary. XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and wireless management services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement with the City of La Habra Heights to manage wireless coverage solutions and prepare the City for small cell applications.

Bank of Southern California, NA Names Ann Torrico Managing Director in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL), a community business bank headquartered in San Diego, has announced the appointment of Ann Torrico as Managing Director in Los Angeles. She will be responsible for expanding Bank of Southern California's market presence by actively seeking new business opportunities in the Greater Los Angeles region with a focus in West Los Angeles and South Bay.

PitBullTax Institute Organizes Its Second User Conference for 2018: Tax Resolution Expert Program

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PitBullTax Institute, an educational branch of the well-established IRS Tax Resolution Software, organizes its Second PitBullTax User Conference: "Tax Resolution Expert Program." It will take place on September 20-21-22, 2018 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. This conference is designed exclusively for existing and potential users of PitBullTax Software.

MorVest Capital Offering $1.8B in GNMA Bulk Mortgage Servicing Rights

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Sept. 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MorVest Capital, an industry leader in liquidity and balance sheet advisory services, is the exclusive agent for a $1.8 billion GNMA bulk mortgage servicing portfolio. The seller is an independent mortgage banker providing full reps and warrants. Portfolio characteristics include a 3.45 percent weighted average interest rate,

Heymate deal closing-platform for the gig economy launches alpha version

ZUG, Switzerland, Sept. 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heymate, a deal-closing platform which will allow micro-entrepreneurs to easily create, close and administer secure professional contracts within 20 seconds, launched their testable product on Sept. 5, 2018, available via invitation on Android and iOS smartphones. The heymate app is the first product of the heymate platform, which is operated by Blockchain Applications AG.

Carol Borden, Founder of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. Named a Pet Industry Woman of the Year Finalist

WILLISTON, Fla., Sept. 7, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Founder and CEO, Carol Borden has been selected as one of twenty-five women vying for the title of Pet Industry Woman of the Year 2018. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has grown into a nation-wide organization.

Strategic Benefits Advisors Adds Lesley Posey to Its Benefits Consulting Team in Atlanta GA

ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 7, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) today announced the appointment of Lesley Posey to the position of benefits consultant. In this role, Posey will provide pension and retiree medical plan sponsors with a full array of actuarial and strategic advisory services, including administration services for defined benefit plans.

Estate planning attorney Kirsten Howe says ‘RESPECT’ May Not Be Exactly What Aretha Franklin’s Legacy Will Get

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Weeks have passed since the death of the Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin, and the world is still reeling - mainly from the loss of a such a beloved icon, but also from the fact that she seems to have died without a trust, says estate planning attorney Kirsten Howe of Absolute Trust Counsel. Without a will, and without any sort of estate plan in place, where will that $80 million go?

American Financial Network Deploys Cloudvirga Digital Mortgage Technology

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage software, today announced the deployment of its Cloudvirga Enterprise POS to all 100 branch locations of American Financial Network (AFN), a privately held mortgage company that employs over 750 loan officers and serves tens of thousands of customers nationwide.

TRK Connection Adds Industry-Leading Reverification Functionality to Insight RDM Mortgage QC Platform

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 6, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TRK Connection (TRK), a leading provider of mortgage quality control (QC) and origination management solutions, announced it has added functionality to its flagship QC audit platform Insight Risk & Defect Management (RDM) to help lenders digitally manage the reverification process, including eSign and automated bulk document indexing.

Paladin Advisory Services Adds Mortgage QC Expert John Gray to Lead Forensic Loan File Reviews, Enhance Strategic Guidance and Training Services

ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 6, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paladin Advisory Services, LLC, is pleased to announce that mortgage loan quality subject matter expert John Gray, CFE, CAMS, has joined its team. Gray will drive Paladin's forensic loan file review programs and enhance its offerings in strategic guidance and training for mortgage lenders.

Film Premiere in Tampa FL: Taking a Hard Look at Persecution Around the World, Christians in the U.S. Make Documentary

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 5, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Christians in the Mirror," a first-of-its-kind independent documentary produced by Joshuacord, Inc. and In Altum Productions, premieres Friday, September 28, 2018, at AMC West Shore 14 in Tampa at 6 p.m. Taking a hard look at how America and the West have been involved in the global persecution of Christians, this indie film interviews Christians from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

Unmanned Safety Institute Drone Curriculum Approved by the University of California (UC) A-G program

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Sept. 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Unmanned Safety Institute (USI), the world-leader in remote pilot training and certification, announced today that their Small UAS Safety Certification has been certified by the University of California (UC) A-G program. UC A-G approval will enable high school students to use USI's four-course curriculum to meet admissions requirements to any state education institute.

TunesKit Announces New iPhone Data Recovery Which Can Rescue Any Lost iOS Data for You

GUANGDONG, China, Sept. 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TunesKit Software just officially launched its new product line with the flagship iPhone Data Recovery, aiming to help iOS users to easily and quickly recover any lost or deleted data on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, including the latest iOS 12 beta and iOS 11.4.

Treadstone 71 LLC Announces New Support and Certification Model for Building Intelligence Programs

HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71 announced today a revolutionary new model for building cyber intelligence programs while certifying staff. The Cyber Intelligence 12-Month Online Subscription Program guides organizations in their intelligence program build through online lectures, demonstrations, and templates covering the intelligence lifecycle and beyond.

Country Pop Music Star, Lindsay Ell Headlines Fall 2018 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As announced today by Outbreak Presents, Lindsay Ell is set to headline the final Monster Energy Outbreak Tour of 2018. Following her breakout Top 20 hit at U.S Country radio and momentous No. 1 at Canadian Country radio with "Criminal," Ell recently excited legions of fans via social media announcing her next single is the tantalizing and lyrically-mesmerizing "Champagne."

Bank of Southern California Names Soly Cangarlu VP, Branch Manager in West L.A.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL), a community business bank headquartered in San Diego, has named Soly Cangarlu Vice President, Branch Manager. She will be responsible for developing client relationships and expanding the bank's presence in West Los Angeles.

NY Theatre: A bleak glimpse at life in wake of dystopic presidency, in Natalie Menna’s absurdist comedy ‘Occasionally Nothing’

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LanDan Consulting announces that Brad Fryman is taking on the role of Harry in "Occasionally Nothing" by Natalie Menna and directed by Ivette Dumeng for Strindberg Rep at the Dream Up Festival at Theatre for the New City (Artistic Director, Crystal Field).

ARMCO Launches Fraud Case Manager, an Industry-First Fintech Solution

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 30, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of technology for loan quality and compliance testing, data validation and analytics, announced the launch of Fraud Case Manager, the industry's first technology for managing and analyzing fraud investigations.

Current Builders Donates $100K to University of Florida Endowment at College of Design, Construction and Planning

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 29, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chip Reid, CEO of Current Buildersbased in Pompano Beach, announced that his construction company has donated $100,000 to the College of Design, Construction and Planning at the University of Florida.
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Fairway Independent Mortgage Partners with Cloudvirga to Support Its Organizational Growth Goals

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software whose enterprise technology is powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform, today announced that Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (Fairway) has launched Cloudvirga's digital mortgage platform for consumers and loan officers.

The Resource Factory in Florida Recently Announced Three Exciting Projects

SARASOTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Resource Factory, a custom fiberglass sculpture company, announced partnership with Disney's Scenic Shop for the "Gods of the Vikings" exhibit of the four Norse Gods in Epcot's Norway Pavilion, the installation of three Garfield sculptures along Fairmount, Indiana's Garfield Trail, and their continuing investment in future growth by expanding production capacity with a new, third rotocast machine.

Heads Up, Broadway: Phenomenology Inc. Reimagines How to Make Dreams Come True for Maryland Artists

FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 28, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phenomenology, Inc., an innovative production model in the performing arts, today announced its mission to create game-changing opportunities for high-potential performing artists and technicians, many of whom call - or have called - Frederick, Md. their home.

Kick-Off Festival for 2018 DFW Free Day of Yoga in Dallas, Texas, September 1

DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 28, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Non-Profit Mission: DFW Free Day of Yoga's mission is expand and enhance the practice of yoga, building a greater sense of community in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. The 12th Annual DFW Free Day of Yoga begins with the Kick-Off Festival in Farmer's Market featuring the LARGEST COMMUNITY CLASS IN DFW opening the festival at 9 a.m.

Calif. State Assembly passes resolution ACR 267, declaring November 2018 as Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Month in CA

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California Assembly members gave a standing ovation and warm welcome to Sikh American guests at the California State Assembly (August 21, 2018), says The Punjabi American Heritage Society. The Assembly unanimously passed resolution ACR 267 declaring the month of November as Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Month.

Everhart Construction, a Houston full-service design firm, specializing in build-outs, and residential remodeling, named Qualified Remodeler Top 500

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 24, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Everhart Construction, a design remodeling firm based in Houston, Texas, is the premier provider of commercial construction services throughout the Houston area. It has been named a Qualified Remodeler Top 500.

Jody Collup, Chief Marketing Officer of Global DMS, Designated to MPA’s 2018 Elite Women in Mortgage List

LANSDALE, Pa., Aug. 24, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global DMS, a leading provider of cloud-based valuation management software, announced that Jody Collup has been named to Mortgage Professional America (MPA) magazine's list of Elite Women in Mortgage for 2018. This is the second time that Collup has been honored with the award.

iFOS LLC selected as a BPA Provider of Grants Program Support Services for the U.S. Department of Transportation

COLUMBIA, Md., Aug. 23, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS) Managing Consultants, LLC is pleased to announce the signing of a blanket purchase agreement (BPA) to provide Grant Program Support Services with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of the Secretary (OST) located in Washington, D.C. The BPA award performance period is authorized for up to five (5) years.

For 2018, Pendo is Once Again Among Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in Kansas City and Top 5000 Nationally

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo., Aug. 22, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), has been named to the Ingram's Corporate 100 list for fastest growing companies in Kansas City and the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies nationally. Both lists recognize companies who have achieved significant revenue growth over a three-year period. This marks Pendo's fifth consecutive year on both lists.

In Memoriam: John Klingenstein Remembered by Family and KFWA Staff

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The members and employees of Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors are deeply saddened by the passing of John Klingenstein, one of our founding members and a Principal of the firm.

Bank of Southern California, NA Expands its Los Angeles Team with the Addition of Three Branch Managers

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL), a community business bank headquartered in San Diego, Calif., announced the addition of three tenured Branch Managers to support the company's recent expansion into Los Angeles County.

The Cooksey Team Included in the 2018 Dallas Business Journal ‘Best Places to Work’ List

DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 21, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Cooksey Team, a top producing retail branch of Mid America Mortgage, Inc., announced today it has been recognized for a second straight year by Dallas Business Journal as one of its "Best Places to Work." The branch was one of only 100 companies recognized in this year's list.

Casita Maria Center For Arts in NY announces Solo Show of Mexico City Artist Jorge Tellaeche

BRONX, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education, in partnership with The Consulate General of Mexico in New York, are proud to present "Forgotten" by Mexico City-based artist Jorge Tellaeche, on view September 13 - November 21, 2018.

MCT Integrates its MCTlive! Fintech with Freddie Mac for Automated Loan Sale Pricing and Commitment

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced new functionality that delivers real-time pricing and automates loan committing for Freddie Mac clients. MCT's lender clients receive the pricing information seamlessly via its integrated capital markets technology platform, MCTlive! MCT is the first vendor to have successfully completed the first commitment via Freddie Mac's new API technology.

Mortgage Professional America Honors MCT’s Rhonda Beck, CMB with 2018 Elite Women in Mortgage Award

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that Rhonda Beck, CMB, has been designated to Mortgage Professional America (MPA) magazine's list of Elite Women in Mortgage for 2018.

iSkysoft Releases Data Recovery 4 with System Crash Recovery & Takes a Great Leap Forward in Data Recovery Success Rate

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 16, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iSkysoft, a leading software developer, today announced the new upgrade of their flagship product - Data Recovery with an intelligent System Crash Recovery - recover data from unbootable system in the fastest and easiest way, available for both Windows and Mac.

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