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IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, has been named to HousingWire's 2025 Tech100 Mortgage list, marking its eighth consecutive year receiving one of the industry's top technology awards. The recognition reflects Cloudvirga's ongoing commitment to innovation, from enhancements to its Horizon suite of point-of-sale solutions to investments in a next-generation platform that will introduce new levels of speed, flexibility and customization for lenders.

DES MOINES, Iowa /California Newswire - National News/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced its selection to HousingWire's 2025 Tech100 Mortgage list. The prestigious recognition honors iEmergent's flagship platform, Mortgage MarketSmart, for equipping mortgage lenders with the insights to serve diverse and underserved communities.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today unveiled a series of new products and features, alongside its major Ask Obi AI assistant announcement, at its Summit user conference in San Diego. These innovation announcements underscore the company's commitment to delivering high-impact solutions, at no additional cost, that tackle real-world challenges and help lenders maximize profitability.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today the company has been named to the prestigious HousingWire Tech100 annual list. Informative Research's solutions have driven measurable impacts for lenders and consumers alike.

BUFFALO, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage automation software and application programming interfaces (APIs), today announced it has been named to HousingWire magazine's annual mortgage Tech100 list. The Tech100 award aims to spotlight innovative technology companies across the housing sector. LenderLogix is recognized for its tightly integrated, white-labeled solutions built to empower lenders of all sizes to lend more efficiently while delivering outstanding borrower experiences.

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, has been named to HousingWire's 2025 Mortgage Tech100 list, which recognizes "the companies and solutions that are revolutionizing the mortgage process - from origination to closing, and servicing to secondary markets."

BOULDER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, announced that it has been named a 2025 HW Tech100 Mortgage award honoree. Now in its 13th year, the HW Tech100 award program recognizes some of the most innovative and impactful technology organizations serving the housing sector. The company is based in Boulder, Colorado and is a subsidiary of Porch Group, Inc. ("Porch Group") (NASDAQ: PRCH).

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Tavern 101 Grill & Tap House, a beloved staple in Agoura Hills, stepped up once again to support first responders by providing hot meals to over 1,500 firefighters, sheriffs, and National Guard members battling the devastating wildfires in Pacific Palisades. This act of generosity is nothing new for Gonzalez and his team.

AUSTIN, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Concerned Shareholders of WOW today issued the following letter to the management of WOW. To the Management and Board of Directors of WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW), We, as concerned stakeholders and shareholders are writing to formally request an update regarding the unsolicited non-binding preliminary proposal submitted on May 3, 2024

VANCOUVER, B.C. /California Newswire - National News/ -- On January 27, 2025, the world will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. On this historic day, author Richard K. Lowy launches "Kalman and Leopold - Surviving Mengele's Auschwitz" (ISBN: 978-1779410092), a powerful firsthand account of resilience and survival in the face of unimaginable evil, released by Tellwell Publishing.

HOUSTON, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- As the nation honors the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and anticipates the transition to a new administration, the importance of amplifying the voices of those impacted by policies has never been greater. Nonprofit Story Bank is stepping forward to ensure these voices-the human stories behind the policies-are neither muffled or ignored.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading (MCT), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of MSRlive! 4.0, a groundbreaking enhancement to its mortgage servicing rights (MSR) valuation platform. The latest version offers mortgage servicers an unprecedented level of transparency and business intelligence, equipping portfolio managers with powerful new tools to assess and optimize their

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its December 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showcasing year-over-year (YoY) growth in mortgage activity, even as seasonal trends led to a month-over-month (MoM) decline in rate lock volumes. Overall, December mortgage lock volume was up 26% YoY, driven by an 18% increase in purchase locks, a 43% rise in cash-out refinances, and an 82% jump in rate-and-term refinances.

CICERO, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- USA Needle, Inc. (usaneedle.com), a leading provider of precision-manufactured needles, proudly announces its continued commitment to delivering top-quality surgical and industrial needles to meet the evolving needs of healthcare, manufacturing, and specialty industries.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The Black Chamber of Arizona is proud to announce the recipients of its Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual (SEDI) Business Supportive Grant designed to help address the challenges SEDI-owned businesses face. The recipients were officially recognized and spotlighted at the Black Chamber of Arizona's 26th Anniversary Gala on December 13, where over 500 community leaders, national figures, and stakeholders gathered to celebrate economic impact and strides made to close the racial wealth gap.

BOULDER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that its Head of Sales, Jason Mapes, has been named a 2024 Thought Leader by PROGRESS in Lending (PIL). Now in its fourth year, PIL's Thought Leader award recognizes industry thought leaders who are not afraid to "step forward and blaze a new trail."

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- NY Mental Health Center, a premier teletherapy group composed of some of the most highly experienced clinical psychologists in New York State, is proud to announce the launch of psychiatry services in partnership with Dr. Michael Genovese of Genovese Psychiatry Services PC. This collaboration marks a transformative step in delivering comprehensive mental health care to New Yorkers, combining elite psychology services with top-tier psychiatry and medication management.

BUENA VISTA, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Financial Advisor Jonathan Mintle of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Buena Vista, Colorado has received the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, or CFP®, certification, granted by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board).

NOVI, Mich. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Vice Capital Markets, a leading mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced today the addition of its 50th investor to its all-inclusive whole loan trading platform Vice Execution Portal™ (ViceEx™). This addition enhances the platform's ability to deliver unmatched market access and execution flexibility for clients selling mandatory, including all agency executions.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- The NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), a leading provider of teletherapy services for New York residents, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Path 2 Potential (P2P), a premier provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This collaboration will create a seamless support system for families navigating the challenges of autism, combining expert teletherapy services with specialized ABA care.

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia /California Newswire - National News/ -- Lynn Gallant Blackburn's powerful new book, "For the Love of My Sister" (ISBN: 978-1779620699; Nov. 25, 2024), is now available through Tellwell Publishing.  Author Lynn Gallant Blackburn seeks to honor the memory of her sister Paula Gallant, who was tragically murdered through domestic violence in 2005.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Frodio, a Los Angeles-based luxury hair brand, has officially launched, offering an innovative collection of premium wigs and ponytail extensions. Designed to combine elegance, versatility, and comfort, Frodio sets a new standard in the hairpiece industry, empowering gen z women to express their individuality effortlessly.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Bank of America has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering economic growth in Arizona's small business community by renewing its IMPACT AZ 2025 partnership with a $40,000 grant, bolstering the impact of the state's largest supplier diversity program. This significant investment has empowered participating businesses to secure $4.1 million in SBA funding, helping to build generational wealth and drive job creation across the state, stated Millionaire Mastermind Academy Inc.

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) has been honored by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of Atlanta's top employee benefits and compensation companies of 2024. This is the sixth consecutive year SBA has made the Chronicle's annual list, which highlights metro Atlanta's largest employers of benefits consultants. The accolade underscores SBA's steady growth and success in delivering expert consulting and benefits delivery services to public and private-sector employers across North America.

VANCOUVER, Wash. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Barry Brenner, author at Climate Squad Publishing, SPC™, doing business as The Climate Squad™, is excited to announce the launch of its debut children's picture story book, on National Recycling Day, November 15, 2024. Aligned with this day dedicated to recycling awareness, the launch highlights the book's mission to teach the "4th R" for a Sustainable Future: "Reading, Writing, Arithmetic & Recycling™, Vol. 1" (ISBN: 979-8218168292).

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire/ -- Optimal Blue today announced two key executive promotions that will position the company to deliver innovation faster across the company's entire capital markets platform, and to further expand the company's network of partners. Erin Wester has been promoted to chief product officer and Mike Vough has been promoted to head of corporate strategy.

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, is highlighting homebuyer assistance programs to support Veterans, service members and their surviving spouses in conjunction with Veterans Day and Military Family Appreciation Month, both observed in November. While service members are eligible for any of the 2,400-plus U.S. homebuyer assistance programs, DPR found there are 49 programs offering up to $117,000 in assistance specifically developed to help our military community members build, buy or make accessibility-related home renovations.

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire/ -- The Real Estate Staging Association® (RESA®), the leading authority in professional real estate staging, is excited to announce RESA Connect 2025, taking place at the Americas Mart in Atlanta on January 14, 2025. This special one-day event offers a full day of high-impact educational sessions open to all ticket holders, followed by an exclusive evening celebration honoring the 2024 Home Staging Industry Awards winners, the Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging, and select industry influencers.

SARNIA, Ontario /California Newswire/ -- Personal coach, animal communicator, and dog trainer Arianne De Rond announces the release of her new book, "Be the Change for Your Dog: Life Lessons from Dogs to Inspire Rather than Control" (ISBN: 978-0228855408; Tellwell). This thought-provoking guide offers readers a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, led by the wisdom of their closest companions-their dogs.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Tinggly, a premier experiential gift provider, is excited to announce the launch of three new California-themed gift boxes: California Dreaming, Weekend Getaway in California, and Luxury Weekend Getaway in California. This comprehensive collection is tailored to meet the growing demand for unique experiences and accommodations in the Golden State, offering options for every preference and budget.

VANCOUVER, B.C. /California Newswire/ -- Brian D. McLean, a passionate conservationist and environmentalist, announced the release of his book, "Our Global Crisis" (ISBN: 978-0993607226; Tellwell), an urgent and insightful exploration of the environmental challenges facing humanity today.

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire/ -- Optimal Blue today announced three major product releases: the expansion of its AI assistant suite, the introduction of Scenario Optimizer, and the free availability of Investor Pricing Insight to investor clients. These product updates build on the company's commitment to rapidly delivering high-impact solutions that tackle real-world challenges while helping clients maximize profitability.

PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Black Chamber of Arizona (BCAZ) Celebrates National Black Business Month with a Certification Day and Business Summit presented by Amazon and ASU, Aug. 21 and 28, 2024, at Memorial Union, ASU (Aug. 21) & Lush Café, Tempe (Aug. 28).

ATLANTA, Ga., July 31, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced 20-year mortgage industry veteran Brad Cardwell has joined DPR as its vice president of sales and business development.

ATLANTA, Ga., July 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q2 2024 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The Q2 report saw the national homebuyer assistance programs increase by 42 to 2,415 - the highest count on record. Much of this quarter's increase in program count was due to local agencies pulling more heavily from federal funding to support homebuyer assistance.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simple Electric is proud to have partnered with Sojourner House to improve safety outside of the facility. The focus was to enhance security with the installation of new outdoor fixtures and lighting solutions. This initiative is part of Simple Electric's commitment to our communities.

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading name in the human hair industry, is proud to introduce its premium Bundles with Closure, offering customers the ultimate solution for achieving seamless, natural-looking hairstyles. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Luvme Hair continues to set the standard for excellence in the hair extension market.

CENTREVILLE, Va., July 10, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Avenu Insights & Analytics, a leading provider of revenue recovery and software solutions for state and local governments, announces the launch of Avenu | Records, an innovative SaaS solution designed to revolutionize document imaging and indexing processes for municipalities. With Avenu | Records, Avenu continues to set the standard for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline operations for our clients.

NOVI, Mich., July 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vice Capital Markets, a leading mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced today it has integrated the Fannie Mae® Mission Score application programming interface (API) into its trading portal, allowing current clients to take advantage of pricing and best execution decisions to improve gain-on-sale.

ATLANTA, Ga., July 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced the addition of three new team members to support growing demand for down payment assistance (DPA) programs.

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading brand in the human hair wigs industry, is thrilled to announce the success of its first-ever Luvme Hair Workshop, held on June 20th, 2024. The workshop was designed to provide a platform for learning, sharing, and connecting, embodying the brand's dedication to helping young hairstylists and enhancing wig-wearing experiences.

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., June 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mopec Group, a leading pathology technology company and manufacturer anatomic pathology equipment & supplies, is proud to announce the launch of the Mopec Maestro Encore, the latest advancement in grossing station technology. This release marks a significant milestone in Mopec Group's strategic effort to emphasize innovation and integration of cutting-edge digital solutions as the standard for improving pathology workflow.

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is pleased to partner with INTENT, a company focused on purpose-driven, career paths for student-athletes as they enter life after sports. INTENT, a game-changing, digital platform links student-athletes (along with military special ops veterans) to a powerful network of candidate-seeking employers.

NEPTUNE, N.J., June 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In 2009, Move For Hunger began mobilizing transportation networks to bring food to communities in need. Since then the 501(c)(3) organization has created a network of over 1,200+ transportation partners committed to reducing food waste. Altair Global has been an integral part of this effort, and we're thrilled to announce that the team-up continues as we enter our ninth year of partnership!

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UTTO Inc. partners with GRTGaz/RICE of France and the NYSEARCH/Northeast Gas Association (NGA) to develop and commercialize innovative Digital Mapping Solutions to revolutionize utility operations in U.S urban areas. Creating and maintaining accurate digital maps for buried infrastructure is a critical function for utility companies.

PLANO, Texas, June 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Optimal Blue announced the release of Competitive Data License, a collection of key national mortgage pricing data that enables lenders to price products competitively, operate more profitably, and react swiftly to changing market conditions. Competitive Data License draws upon direct-source loan data from the Optimal Blue PPE, which is used to price and lock over 35% of loans in the United States.

BOULDER, Colo., June 20, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that it has joined The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry. As a member of TMC's Preferred Partner Network, Floify will provide its intuitive lending platform for mortgage lenders at a discounted rate to TMC members.

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a leading brand of high-quality human hair wigs, is proud to highlight the transformative power of their premium wigs, designed to enhance confidence and beauty for women worldwide. Luvme Hair's commitment to excellence is evident in all human hair wigs, crafted to provide a natural look and feel that blends seamlessly with your hair.

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Klingenstein Fields Advisors (KF Advisors) is pleased to welcome Andrew Vrachimis as a Managing Director. Andrew will join the Wealth Planning team, helping individuals and multi-generational families grow and protect their wealth and accomplish their estate planning and charitable goals. With a practical approach to personalized wealth planning, Andrew will guide clients through the many critical decisions surrounding their complex balance sheets, cash flow needs, legacy and philanthropic goals, and other planning considerations.

CENTREVILLE, Va., June 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Avenu Insights & Analytics, a leading provider of revenue recovery and software solutions for state and local governments, proudly announces the launch of Avenu | STR, an innovative SaaS solution designed to streamline short-term rental (STR) compliance and enhance local government revenue management.