Tag: Business
Edupoint Synergy Named ‘SIS Innovation of the Year’ in 7th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program | National News
MESA, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform, today announced that Synergy has been selected as the winner of the "SIS Innovation of the Year" award in the 7th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization recognizing the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.
The Accounting Doctor Joins CW7 Arizona and Gateway Academy to Support Underserved Students Through Stuff the Bus 2025 | National News
PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The Accounting Doctor is proud to announce its role as a Presenting Sponsor for the 10th Annual Stuff the Bus Back-to-School Drive, a collaborative effort led by CW7 Arizona, in partnership with Desert Financial Credit Union, Valley of the Sun United Way, and this year's featured school partner, Gateway Academy.
CaptainU Relaunches as Stack Athlete, Enhancing the College Sports Recruiting Journey for Athletes | National News
PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- CaptainU, one of the leading online collegiate sports recruiting platforms, announced its relaunch as Stack Athlete on May 20, 2025. This change reflects Stack Athlete's ongoing commitment to empowering high school athletes, parents, and college coaches with the best tools to navigate the recruiting journey, now with an even stronger connection to the Stack Sports family.
ACES Quality Management Champions Commitment to Lending Excellence at ACES ENGAGE 2025 | National News
DENVER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced official launch of its "I Stand for Quality" movement during its annual ACES ENGAGE conference, held May 18-20, 2025 at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs.
Craig Leabig of Informative Research Named HousingWire 2025 Marketing Leader | National News
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- nformative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced that Senior Vice President of Marketing Craig Leabig has been named a 2025 HousingWire Marketing Leader. This year's award honors 55 professionals reshaping how mortgage and real estate companies engage prospects and accelerate growth. Leabig's strategic leadership has transformed Informative Research's marketing into an engine of innovation and measurable results.
Dark Matter Technologies announces comprehensive eClosing integration for its NOVA LOS platform | National News
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, announced today that the NOVA loan origination system (LOS) platform now features a comprehensive integration to the eClosing capabilities powered by the Wolters Kluwer eOriginal® ClosingCenter. Designed to improve the mortgage closing process, eClose will help lenders reduce time-to-close, realize cost savings and provide a better borrower experience while also enabling secondary market activities.
HousingWire selects Depth EVP Lindsey Neal as 2025 Marketing Leader | National News
ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Depth, a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for technology companies serving the residential mortgage finance, financial technology (fintech) and regulatory technology (regtech) industries, today announced that Executive Vice President Lindsey Neal has been named a recipient of HousingWire's 2025 Marketing Leaders Award.
At Commencement, The Woodlands at Furman Graduates to ‘Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC)’ Status | National News
GREENVILLE, S.C. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The Woodlands at Furman, a 350+ resident senior living community in partnership with Furman University, has met criteria to be recognized as a "Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC)," the highest category among more than 85 University Retirement Communities (URCs) nationwide.
Courtney Dodd of Floify named to HousingWire’s 2025 Marketing Leaders list for a second year in a row | National News
BOULDER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Courtney Dodd, head of marketing, has been named to HousingWire's prestigious Marketing Leaders list for 2025. She was also a 2024 Marketing Leaders recipient. The Marketing Leaders award honors the outstanding accomplishments of mortgage and real estate marketing executives who are the visionaries behind the strategies, campaigns and branding efforts that push the industry forward.
Kelly Buick GMC receives 25 Year Dealer Award for GMC | National News
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The Kelly Auto Group is proud to announce that they recently received the 25-Year Dealer Award for GMC for their Buick/GMC dealership in Emmaus. Kelly has had the Buick franchise since 1982 and added GMC in 2000. As the Kelly Auto Group continues to grow, these awards serve as a powerful reminder of the company's mission.
Click n’ Close Appoints Mortgage Wholesale Veteran Tony Catanese as Regional Sales Manager to Lead East Coast Expansion | National News
ADDISON, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Click n' Close, a multi-state mortgage lender and innovator in third-party origination (TPO), announced Thursday that Tony Catanese has joined the company as regional sales manager. In this role, Catanese will lead the company's wholesale and non-delegated expansion across the East Coast, focusing on building and developing a high-performing sales team.
X-Design Rolls Out New AI Background Generator To Streamline E-commerce Photography Workflow | National News
HAYMARKET, NSW, Australia /California Newswire - National News/ -- X-Design, a leading AI-powered photo editing platform, has introduced its latest innovation in the e-commerce product marketing domain: the AI Background Generator. This new tool is designed to assist e-commerce businesses in upscaling their product photography to save thousands of bills and hundreds of hours.
Friday Harbor unveils AI-powered condition engine to deliver faster, cleaner, audit-ready mortgage files | National News
SEATTLE, Wash. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced the launch of a retooled condition engine that automatically generates actionable underwriting conditions based on borrower source documents and loan guidelines.
Swyshare Launches Recordit – A Simple Yet Powerful Screen Recorder Built for All Your Recording Needs | National News
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Swyshare, a growing innovator in digital creativity tools, today announced the release of Recordit, a simple yet powerful screen recorder designed for users who need fast, efficient, and high-quality screen capture. Whether you're recording online meetings, tutorial videos, gameplay, or presentations, Recordit provides the tools you need in an intuitive, no-fuss interface.
Boris Cepeda releases ‘Andamios,’ a personal journey through Latin American and European piano music | National News
ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Internationally acclaimed pianist and Steinway Artist Boris Cepeda announces the release of his latest solo album, "Andamios," now available on all major digital platforms. Featuring works by Isaac Albéniz, Maurice Ravel, Astor Piazzolla, Gerardo Guevara and Leonardo Cárdenas, "Andamios" blends Latin American and European musical traditions in a deeply personal and emotionally resonant recording.
Secured Signing Gains Official Approval as Registered Remote Notary Technology Vendor in Indiana | National News
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Secured Signing, a leading provider of secure digital signing and online notarization solutions, announced its official registration as a Remote Notary Technology Vendor in the state of Indiana. This significant milestone allows Indiana notaries public to leverage Secured Signing's robust and user-friendly Remote Online Notarization (RON) platform to conduct secure and legally compliant online notarizations for individuals and businesses across the state.
Kelly Auto Group Celebrates Top Dealer Awards for Nissan, Toyota, and Hyundai Dealerships | National News
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Kelly Auto Group is proud to announce that Kelly Nissan, Kelly Toyota, and Kelly Hyundai of Hamburg have each earned the Top Dealer Award by their respective manufacturers. This prestigious recognition highlights the dedication, performance, and unwavering passion that each store brings to their brand, their customers, and the greater automotive industry.
‘This Is Me!’ – A heartfelt debut novel exploring identity, love, and acceptance in a small Australian town, just in time...
COOMBS, Australian Capital Territory /California Newswire - National News/ -- Released in the lead-up to Pride Month this June, "This Is Me!" (ISBN: 978-1779628541) Book One in the "Finding Ourselves" series by debut author Aspen Thomas, is a moving and timely novel that delves into self-discovery, authenticity, and resilience in the face of societal pressure.
HotDeals Enhances Merchant Page with New Coupons and Deals Details Feature | National News
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- otDeals, the leading online platform for the best discounts and deals, is excited to announce significant updates to its merchant pages, offering users enhanced functionality and more detailed information about ongoing promotions.
SESLOC Credit Union Partners with Dovenmuehle to Enhance Mortgage Servicing for Members | National News
LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, today announced a partnership with SESLOC Credit Union, a not-for-profit financial cooperative serving central and coastal California communities. Under the agreement, DMI will subservice SESLOC's mortgage loan portfolio, supporting the credit union's expansion into government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) lending and servicing, allowing it to scale mortgage operations efficiently while preserving superior member service.
New Illustrated Book ‘An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Alphabet And More…’ Offers Artful, Honest Reflection on Caregiving and Loss During Alzheimer’s & Brain...
WILMINGTON, N.C. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Just in time for Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, Chuck Pennington releases "An Alzheimer's Caregiver Alphabet And More..." (ISBN: 978-1779626561, released January 25, 2025 by Tellwell Publishing), a deeply personal, beautifully illustrated book offering both solace and insight to those touched by the devastating realities of dementia. This unique collection pairs watercolor artwork by Nick Mijak with poignant reflections from Pennington, who tenderly chronicles his journey as a caregiver for his late partner, Dennis.
CutJagged: Bold Return to Fashion with Originality and Authenticity | National News
PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Michael McCarney, the visionary behind the renowned clothing brand CutJagged, is making waves in the fashion industry with his bold return. Formerly known as DripChromeBoutique, the brand has undergone a significant transformation, rebranding to CutJagged in August 2024. This change marks a new chapter for McCarney, who started his journey in fashion at the tender age of 16.
Alair Decatur Wins Three 2025 NARI National Remodeler of the Year Awards | National News
DECATUR, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Alair Homes Decatur is proud to announce that it has received three prestigious honors as a 2025 National Remodeler of the Year (RotY) from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). These national awards follow the team's recognition as a Southeast Regional RotY winner across five categories and seven Atlanta Chapter wins.
ProNotary Expands Remote Online Notarization Services to Five New States | National News
DALLAS, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- ProNotary today announced the expansion of its Remote Online Notarization (RON) platform into five new states: Colorado, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. This milestone allows ProNotary to offer its streamlined, secure digital notarization services to more professionals across the country.
Elmm Law Group Presents ‘Backpack to the Future’ – School Supply Giveaway for K-5 Students | National News
PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Elmm Law Group is proud to announce its upcoming community initiative, "Backpack to the Future," a back-to-school event to support local families by providing free backpacks filled with essential school supplies to K-5 students. This event is open to students registered at MC Cash Elementary School, Laveen District, for the 2025-2026 school year.
Total Sonics’ Award-Winning Audio Processing Comes to Skyworth TVs with The TiVo Operating System | National News
MILFORD, Mass. /California Newswire - National News/ -- New England-based audio technology innovator, Total Sonics®, the licensing arm of THAT Corporation®, is pleased to announce agreements with TV technology powerhouse TiVo™, a division of Xperi®, and the Skyworth® Group, one of the world's largest TV and appliance manufacturers. The agreement with TiVo allows them to integrate and distribute the patented Total Sonics audio enhancement technology suite along with TiVo firmware.
Team Recovery Technologies Celebrates Strategic Alignment and Membership Growth with NAATP | National News
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /California Newswire - National News/ -- Team Recovery Technologies, a leading innovator in alumni engagement technology for behavioral health providers, is proud to recognize its ongoing relationship with the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) and the NAATP Foundation for Recovery Science and Education (FoRSE).
From the Navy to Nature: Australian Veteran Transforms Trauma into Poetry in ‘Feathers and Flame’ | National News
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY /California Newswire - National News/ -- Just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month, Australian veteran and debut poet Kathryn Carlisle unveils "Feathers and Flame: Poetry of Australian Landscapes and Personal Transformation" (ISBN: 978-0228811718), a moving new collection that explores emotional healing through the lens of wildlife, wilderness, and personal growth.
Argyle launches new integration, bringing real-time income and employment verification to Byte LOS customers | National News
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, a platform providing automated income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced a new integration with Byte Software's loan origination system (LOS). The integration enables lenders to access Argyle's real-time verification of income and employment (VOIE) services directly within the Byte platform, ensuring verification happens when and where it's needed to improve loan quality and keep loans moving forward.
Sun Sentinel Names Spodak Dental Group a Winner of the South Florida Top Workplaces 2025 Award | National News
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Spodak Dental Group has been awarded the No. 15 Top Workplaces 2025 honor by The Sun Sentinel in the small business category. This is the ninth time that the Group has won the award. The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of a confidential survey that gathers employee feedback.
Optimal Blue Releases Executive-Level AI Insights Tool, Ask Obi, to Clients | National News
PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today announced that Ask Obi, an AI-powered assistant designed to help mortgage lending executives extract real-time insights from across Optimal Blue's capital markets platform, is now generally available to all PPE clients. Introduced at the company's inaugural user conference in February and refined through beta testing with select clients, Ask Obi provides executives with fast answers to complex profitability questions at no additional cost.
AudFree Introduces Streaming Audio Recorder: The Ultimate Tool for High-Quality Music Capture | National News
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- AudFree, a leading developer of multimedia software solutions, today announced the launch of AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder, a powerful and user-friendly tool designed to record music from multiple streaming music platforms while preserving original audio quality. This innovative software empowers music lovers to enjoy their favorite tracks offline without restrictions, supporting customizable audio settings, fast speed, and ID3 tag retention.
Informative Research Integrates AccountChek® with Halcyon to Automate Income Validation | National News
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Informative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced a strategic integration with Halcyon, a fintech innovator revolutionizing income verification through real-time access to IRS tax transcript data. This integration delivers verification of employment and income (VOE/I) reports-including payroll and paystub data-directly into Halcyon's income calculator, enabling faster, more automated income assessments.
ACES Q4/CY 2024 Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report finds quarterly defect rate falls to 1.16% as annual loan quality improves |...
DENVER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering the fourth quarter (Q4) and calendar year (CY) of 2024. The latest report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from ACES Quality Management & Control® software.
From the Streets of Redfern to the Stage: Steven Murphy’s Explosive Memoir ‘Pyjama Boy’ Returns to Shake and Inspire a New...
BRISBANE, Queensland /California Newswire - National News/ -- He was the child no one wanted, the boy in crumpled pyjamas roaming the streets while the world looked away. Now, Steven Murphy's gripping memoir "Pyjama Boy" (ISBN: 978-1779626011) is back, updated, unfiltered, and more relevant than ever. This is not just a comeback. It's a wake-up call.
ACES Quality Management Named One of 2025 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology for Third Consecutive Year | National News
DENVER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced that it has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The annual awards program recognizes the leading companies in the financial technology sector that foster exceptional workplace experiences and support employee engagement satisfaction.
Renovations and Equipment Upgrades Make Up 44% of the 48 New Industrial Projects for Food & Beverage in April 2025 |...
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its April 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Food and Beverage industry, revealing a total of 48 new projects. Notably, renovations and equipment upgrades constituted 44% of this activity. The Firm's tracking encompasses facility expansions, new plant constructions, and key equipment modernization initiatives within the sector.
Argyle debuts integration with Encompass Consumer Connect, upgrades existing integration with Encompass from ICE Mortgage Technology | National News
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced the debut of its integration with Encompass® Consumer Connect™, a digital mortgage point-of-sale solution from ICE Mortgage Technology®, part of Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE). In addition, Argyle announced the release of significant upgrades to its existing integration with ICE Mortgage Technology's flagship Encompass® loan origination system.
Stack Sports and Florida Coaches Coalition Announce Strategic Partnership to Support Coaches Across The State | National News
ORLANDO, Fla. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports management solutions, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with the Florida Coaches Coalition (FCC), the principal advocate and leadership organization for coaches in Florida. This collaboration will help provide resources and technology for high school, middle school, and youth coaches throughout the state.
First Choice Safety Solutions Joins Petzl Technical Partner Program as Northeast’s First Rope Access Technical Partner | National News
MYSTIC, Conn. /California Newswire - National News/ -- First Choice Safety Solutions: Safety, Rescue, Access, Training, and Gear is proud to announce its official partnership with Petzl, a global leader in safety, fall protection, and rope access equipment, as a Petzl Technical Partner (PTP). This collaboration will significantly enhance safety training, equipment accessibility, and expert consulting services for industries where workplace safety is paramount.
Lock Volume Rises 3.2% in April, Driven by Uptick in FHA Loans, Despite Economic Volatility | National News
PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its April 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report showing total loan lock volume rose 3.2% month-over-month (MoM) as the spring homebuying season progressed, with purchase locks up 7.5% despite ongoing economic pressures.
World’s Strongest Coffee Released: Cafely’s BanMe Blend | National News
LAS VEGAS, Nev. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Cafely, the premium Vietnamese coffee brand known for bold flavor profiles, today announced the official release of BanMe, its most potent offering yet and a legitimate contender for the world's strongest coffee. These exceptional beans are sourced directly from Vietnam's renowned coffee capital, Buon Ma Thuot, at an altitude of 800 meters in the lush Central Highlands.
Echoes of the Forest to Host Unveiling Event for First ‘Echo’ in Asheville’s River Arts District | National News
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Echoes of the Forest, an Asheville-based 501(c)(3), is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its very first Echo. This is a significant milestone in the organization's mission to promote community revitalization, environmental restoration, and economic rejuvenation through art. The event will take place at Foundation Woodworks in Asheville's River Arts District on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m..
Imaging with Precision: Amerigo Scientific Announces Different-Sized Bioconjugated Fluorescent Nanodiamonds | National News
NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Amerigo Scientific unveils its line of different-sized bioconjugated fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs), designed to redefine precision in cellular and in vivo imaging. These bioconjugated FNDs are provided to address critical challenges in high-resolution diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and real-time biological tracking, positioning itself as a game-changer for researchers and scientists alike.
Big Update in DreamVid V1.2.0: New AI Tech Makes Anyone a Co-Star in Your Video | National News
NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The well-known AI visual creation platform iMyFone DreamVid is proud to introduce its latest breakthrough feature, "Come to Life." This innovative technology allows users to bring any character from a photo-whether it's a lost loved one, a favorite anime character, or a celebrity crush-into a real video for lifelike interaction. What once existed only in dreams is now a reality.
Capital CJDR Indian Trail to Host Wish Reveal for Local Teen in Partnership with Make-A-Wish | National News
INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Capital CJDR of Indian Trail is honored to partner with Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina to grant a life-changing wish for 17-year-old Zeke, a local teen living with a critical illness. The dealership will host a special wish reveal event on Thursday, May 15 at 11 a.m., celebrating Zeke's upcoming shopping spree - his one true wish.
Argyle integrates with Tidalwave to deliver embedded, real-time verification of income and employment | National News
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced its integration with Tidalwave, an agentic AI mortgage point-of-sale (POS) platform. The integration embeds Argyle's verification of income and employment (VOIE) solution directly into Tidalwave's borrower workflow, eliminating manual steps and accelerating loan origination as lenders prepare for a more active housing market.
US Farm Data Names Chris Sidles Director of Innovative Data Solutions | National News
OMAHA, Neb. /California Newswire - National News/ -- US Farm Data is pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Sidles as Director of Innovative Data Solutions, a newly created role designed to expand the company's strategic partnerships with enterprise-level agribusinesses and related sectors. In this role, Sidles will work directly with executive leadership teams - CEOs, CMOs, VPs of Marketing and Strategy.
‘The Unknown Truth’ by Libby Hall: New Memoir Explores Mental Health, Healing, and Self-Discovery in Australia | National News
CANBERRA, Australia /California Newswire - National News/ -- Independent author Libby Hall has released her inspirational memoir, "The Unknown Truth" (ISBN: 978-1779626387) released by Tellwell Publishing February 2025, a candid exploration of her journey through mental health challenges. The book delves into the complexities of self-discovery, healing, and finding clarity amid life's struggles.
OnPrintShop Launches Version 12.1 with Advanced Web to Print Capabilities that Boosts Productivity, Sales and Customer Satisfaction | National News
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India /California Newswire - National News/ -- OnPrintShop recently launched a simple yet high-impact iteration that is feature-packed with an intelligent blend of customization and sales-boosting tools. This version is designed to simplify complex processes, accelerate performance speed, and enrich customer engagement with unmatched ease.
