Tag: Georgia Business
World of Illumination Returns to the Atlanta Metro Area for Third Consecutive Year of Holiday Magic
MARIETTA, Ga., Nov. 16, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- World of Illumination, the producer of the world's largest drive-through animated light show, announced its lineup of new events for the 2022 holiday season and headlining the list is Marietta, Georgia. World of Illumination is constructing its larger-than-life holiday light show in the parking area of Six Flags White Water.
FormFree expands its verification of income and employment network through partnership with Truv
ATHENS, Ga., Nov. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® announced that it has partnered with Truv to enhance AccountChek®'s verification of income and employment (VOI/E) reporting capabilities with Truv's payroll provider network, expanding the modern convenience of electronically sharing payroll data with mortgage lenders to 120 million workers.
Depth Public Relations highlights 16 years of client success with new website unveiled at Mortgage Bankers Association’s 2022 annual conference
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Depth Public Relations (Depth), a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for mortgage fintech innovators, the residential finance industry and technology for emerging regulated markets (regtech) marked the 16th anniversary of its founding with the launch of a new website featuring testimonials from its treasured clients and industry partners during the Mortgage Bankers Association's Annual Convention & Expo 2022 in Nashville.
FormFree supports Freddie Mac’s launch of innovative underwriting enhancement that uses cash flow analysis to help increase home financing access
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 20, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that mortgage lenders will be able to use AccountChek® to help more lenders qualify more borrowers for home financing as a result of a recently announced Freddie Mac initiative that analyzes loan applicants' account transaction data as part of its automated underwriting system, Loan Product Advisor® (LPA℠).
FormFree’s AccountChek can now be used by mortgage lenders to satisfy Freddie Mac’s assessment of income requirement for loan applicants paid...
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that mortgage lenders can now use AccountChek® to automate income assessment using Freddie Mac Loan Product Advisor® (LPA℠) asset and income modeler (AIM) for borrowers who are paid through ADP.
FormFree releases Residual Income Knowledge Index, an intelligent new system for assessing borrowers’ Ability to Pay, to lenders nationwide
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced the general availability of its Residual Income Knowledge Index™, or RIKI™. RIKI is an innovative method for measuring consumers' Ability-to-Pay (ATP®) for mortgages and other loans based on monthly income and spending. When paired with traditional credit scoring models, RIKI offers lenders a more complete understanding of consumers' creditworthiness and creates homeownership opportunities for those with little to no credit history.
CEO Lee Duncan Marks 20 Years at Alliance Group
ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Group CEO Lee Duncan celebrated 20 years of service at the company on September 23rd. In his time at Alliance Group, the life insurance marketing organization has flourished, establishing themselves as a leading IMO for independent life insurance agents and agencies.
FormFree raises $55,000 for the American Red Cross of Northeast Georgia at its third annual Heroes Golf Classic
ATHENS, Ga., Sept. 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that it raised $54,705 to benefit the Northeast Georgia chapter of the American Red Cross at its annual Heroes Golf Classic charity golf tournament. Now in its third year, the September 9 event brought together volunteers and 84 at the Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course in Buford, Georgia to raise funds for local blood drives, humanitarian aid and educational programs.
Swift Homes Makes It Easy for Georgia Homeowners to Sell Their Homes Fast
ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 13, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Swift Homes, a nationally-recognized enterprise that facilitates home sales for customers across the United States, has worked on many transactions in the State of Georgia. The company is composed of experienced and highly knowledgeable individuals committed to helping homeowners sell their properties as swiftly as possible for competitive cash offers.
FormFree integrates with Docutech to streamline loan production with VOA and VOI/E capture
ATHENS, Ga., Aug. 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced the integration of AccountChek®, a service that allows lenders to verify borrowers' assets, income, employment and rent payment history, with Solex®, a comprehensive eDelivery, eSign, eClose and eVault platform from Docutech®, a First American company.
Roger Guilian, Former Counsel and Risk Management Expert for ENR Top 100 Engineering Firm, Bolsters Greyling Division of EPIC
ALPHARETTA, Ga. and FAIRHOPE, Ala., Aug. 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a national insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Roger Guilian, J.D., has joined the firm's Greyling division as Senior Vice President, Risk Management.
FormFree and Finastra partnership streamlines borrower verification for improved mortgage loan processing
ATHENS, Ga. and LONDON, U.K., Aug. 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Finastra and FormFree®, a market-leading fintech company that enables lenders to understand people's true ability to pay (ATP®), have partnered to further streamline electronic borrower verification for mortgage lenders.
ZKTeco USA collaborates with IMRON Corporation and Z9 Security to launch Atlas access control panels integrated with UnityIS software
ATLANTA, Ga., July 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ZKTeco USA announced today that IMRON Corporation has fully integrated its Atlas access control panels with the UnityIS software platform, certified as z9/op=n by Z9 Security. With this integration, UnityIS customers now have a vast portfolio of access control panels to choose from.
FormFree announces support for new Freddie Mac Loan Product Advisor enhancement aimed at expanding sustainable homeownership for renters
ATHENS, Ga., June 30, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® announced that mortgage lenders using AccountChek® verification of asset (VOA) reports in conjunction with a Freddie Mac Loan Product Advisor® (LPA℠) solution will soon benefit from an enhancement that takes loan applicants' 12-month on-time rent payment history into consideration when assessing eligibility for qualified first-time homebuyers.
Galantines Day Gala Celebrates Success and Preps for National Growth: Sherri J. White Brings Together Women to Innovate and Inspire
ATLANTA, Ga., June 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired by remarkable women business leaders and innovators, entrepreneur Sherri J. White launched the Galentines Day Gala in 2021 to award and celebrate standout women across industries and professions. After witnessing nearly 50 percent year-over-year growth in 2022, Thinkzilla Consulting Group is announcing Women in Business nominations are now open for the 2023 Houston event.
Glam Scrubwear Partners with KARE to Support National Healthcare Workers
ATLANTA, Ga., June 17, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bringing more glam and purpose to those who need it the most, Glam Scrubwear is partnering with KARE, a labor marketplace that connects qualified caregivers and nurses with senior care facilities, to offer discounted and trendy healthcare uniforms to caregivers, better known as KARE Heroes, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.
Atlanta Native Singer Tony Hightower Kicks Off the New Jazz Concert Season at Friday Jazz at The High Museum in Atlanta...
ATLANTA, Ga., June 13, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At a time when Jazz music could truly use a boost in listenership, singer Tony Hightower is on a mission to be the bridge to help a younger generation of appreciators crossover. With his sophomore album LEGACY entering the marketplace in June 2022, all-around singer/entertainer Hightower - a protégé of the late Freddy Cole - is leveraging his R&B and Hip-Hop roots to entice more young people to dig jazz.
Students Complete HBCU Green Fund’s Fellowship – Primed for Growing Opportunities in Clean Energy
ATLANTA, Ga., June 2, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After successfully completing a rigorous fellowship that exposes students to opportunities in clean energy and sustainability, Serena Echols was awarded an internship assisting a community in Florida that was exposed to contaminated groundwater. One of twelve students selected by the HBCU Green Fund to participate in their inaugural Atlanta University Center (AUC) Fellows Program.
Mortgage lenders are now able to use FormFree AccountChek to satisfy Freddie Mac’s reverification of employment requirement
ATHENS, Ga., June 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that its AccountChek® digital asset verification service supports a new enhancement to Freddie Mac's Loan Product Advisor® (LPASM) asset and income modeler (AIM) solution that makes assessment of borrower employment easier, faster, less expensive and more fraud-resistant.
ZKTECO USA integrates STiD Mobile ID for Advanced Contactless Access Control Offering
ATLANTA, Ga., May 26, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- STid announced today that ZKTecoUSA has integrated the STiD Mobile ID® application with ZKTecoUSA's ZKey mobile credential app for a more comprehensive, advanced contactless access control offering. The combined, enhanced mobile application offers four unique modes for contactless identification to ensure users have multiple options to meet their individual needs and preferences in addition to secure and dynamic QR code support.
Helen Butler, GCPA Executive Director, Statement On Election Integrity In Georgia Primary
ATLANTA, Ga., May 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Helen Butler, executive director of the Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda (GCPA), issued the following statement about election integrity during the Georgia Primary on May 24, 2022.
FormFree opens registration to its third annual Heroes Golf Classic 2022 benefiting the American Red Cross of Northeast Georgia
ATHENS, Ga., May 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced it has opened registration to the organization's third annual Heroes Golf Classic, which will be held on September 9, 2022, at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course in Buford, Georgia. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the American Red Cross of Northeast Georgia, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides emergency assistance and preparedness education to communities affected by disaster.
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Whitaker recognized with several local and national distinctions
ATLANTA, Ga., April 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Elizabeth Whitaker, M.D., F.A.C.S., owner and founder of Atlanta Face & Body, has been recognized by several renowned national and local publications for her outstanding work in plastic surgery and minimally invasive aesthetic treatments. The most recent of these was being named in Modern Luxury's "Top Doctor Spotlight."
SBA commemorates 20 years of serving large and mid-sized employers’ benefits consulting needs
ATLANTA, Ga., April 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) announced the firm is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Since opening its doors in April 2002, SBA has helped organizations in every sector of the North American economy navigate their toughest employee benefits challenges while reducing plan expenses and improving efficiency, compliance and the participant experience.
FormFree’s Christy Moss recognized by the Mortgage Bankers Association for outstanding contributions in mortgage technology
ATHENS, Ga., April 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) has named FormFree Chief Customer Officer Christy Moss, CMB, a 2022 Tech All-Star. Since 2002, the Tech All-Star Awards have honored leaders who have made outstanding contributions to mortgage technology.
FormFree and Take3Tech integration brings AccountChek asset, income and employment verification to the LoanMAPS mortgage technology platform
ATHENS, Ga., April 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced it has partnered with Take Three Technologies (Take3Tech) to make its AccountChek® automated asset, income, and employment verification solutions available within LoanMAPS™, an all-in-one loan origination platform that encompasses a loan origination system (LOS), point-of-sale system (POS), customer relationship management system (CRM), compliance monitoring and report generation.
FormFree grows executive team, appoints Eric Lapin chief strategy officer
ATHENS, Ga., March 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that it has appointed Eric Lapin to the role of chief strategy officer (CSO). In this position, Lapin will leverage his more than 25 years' experience in leadership roles at marquee mortgage technology firms and financial institutions to steer the strategic vision and partnerships driving FormFree's growth.
George Mason Mortgage selects FormFree AccountChek to streamline its verification of borrower assets, income and employment
ATHENS, Ga., March 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that Washington, D.C.-based George Mason Mortgage (GMM) has selected AccountChek as the regional lender's exclusive provider of automated asset, income and employment verification services. GMM will use AccountChek to simplify the loan application experience for borrowers, improve productivity for its team of 120 mortgage loan officers and reduce loan cycle times.
Mary Costello joins FormFree team as director of vendor management, risk and compliance
ATHENS, Ga., March 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that it has welcomed 17-year finance industry veteran Mary Costello to its team as director of vendor management, risk and compliance. In this role, Costello will support FormFree's audit, risk and compliance efforts across the management of internal and external vendor, lender and integration partnerships.
Lincoln County Voters Triumph as Board of Elections Scraps Plans to Close 7 Polling Locations
LINCOLNTON, Ga., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After several attempts by the Lincoln County Board of Elections to reduce the number of polling places in Lincoln County Georgia, the Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda and other voting rights groups were elated that the voice of the voters was heard and their efforts to stop the board from closing seven locations to create one was successful.
FormFree’s AccountChek joins forces with Freddie Mac for industry-first automated assessment of direct deposit income
ATHENS, Ga., Feb. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that its AccountChek® digital asset verification service will support a first-of-its-kind solution from Freddie Mac that allows mortgage lenders to assess a prospective homebuyer's income using direct deposit data. Available to mortgage lenders nationwide, Freddie Mac's Loan Product Advisor® (LPASM) asset and income modeler (AIM) solution fulfills mortgage verification of assets (VOA) and verification of income (VOI) requirements.
RICE Grant Enables HBCU Green Fund to Expand STEM & Energy Training, Mentorship, and Internship Opportunities for Atlanta University Center Students
ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The HBCU Green Fund recently announced a partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) that increases their capacity to train, mentor and identify internships in energy and STEM industries for students at the Atlanta University Center (AUC). A Department of Energy grant to RICE provides resources for the AUC Energy Project, including a fellowship program exposing students from various majors to emerging opportunities in renewable energy and sustainability.
Capstone Logistics Launches CapstonePay for Digital Unloading Payments
PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Feb. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has announced the launch of CapstonePay, a remote payment system that enables truck drivers delivering into Capstone-supported facilities to electronically pay for unloading services without leaving their cab.
PRESS CONFERENCE WED. JAN. 19, 2022: Coalition of Voting Rights Activists Will Deliver Petition to Stop Lincoln County from Eliminating All...
ATLANTA, Ga., Jan. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the U.S. Senate continues to discuss voting rights amid national efforts to disenfranchise voters, the new Lincoln County Board of Elections will vote Wed. Jan. 19, 2022 on whether to close all polling places except one. A coalition of voting rights activists will present a petition to the board at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 19, and a press conference will follow. The petition drive was coordinated by the Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda (The Peoples Agenda) among others.
Stack Sports Partners with Soccer Leaders to Launch National GOALS Council
ATLANTA, Ga., Jan. 13, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Industry thought leaders across youth soccer have partnered with Stack Sports to launch the GOALS Council, an innovative strategic advisory council. This council brings together forward-thinking stakeholders from across the country to solve pressing problems facing youth soccer today, and work together to better the sport for the next generation.
Alliance Group and Living Benefits Awareness Month
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga., Jan. 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Group launched their fifth annual Living Benefits Awareness Month, or LBAM, to be observed throughout the month of January 2022. The industry-wide campaign, which takes place each January, aims to educate consumers on the importance of owning Living Benefits life insurance and the role it plays in protecting families' financial security.
BankSouth Mortgage’s Shannon K. Bradshaw named 2022 Five Star Mortgage Professional
ATLANTA, Ga., Jan. 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BankSouth Mortgage today announced that Senior Mortgage Banker Shannon K. Bradshaw has been recognized as a 2022 Five Star Mortgage Professional award winner. Each year, Five Star Professional honors outstanding real estate agents and mortgage professionals across the country, recognizing no more than 7% of all agents in a market.
2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ Ranks FormFree 379th Fastest-Growing Company in North America
ATHENS, Ga., Nov. 17, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced it ranked 379 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 27th year.
Mortgage Professional America honors FormFree Account Manager Laura Graben with 2021 Rising Stars award
ATHENS, Ga., Nov. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree today announced that Account Manager Laura Graben has been named a 2021 Rising Star by Mortgage Professional America (MPA) magazine. The MPA Rising Stars award program honors promising young professionals who are making an impact on the housing and mortgage industries.
As City Runoffs Loom, Georgia Non-Profit Proclaims November ‘No More Runoffs Month’
ATLANTA, Ga., Nov. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia voters head to the polls, and some cities may need runoff elections this month. To educate citizens about alternatives to this system, Better Ballot Georgia, Inc (BBGa), an all-volunteer, Georgia non-profit proclaims November to be "No More Runoffs Month."
FormFree integration with OpenClose enhances lending experience with quick and easy borrower-permissioned data verification
ATHENS, Ga., Nov. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® Founder and CEO Brent Chandler today announced the availability of its AccountChek® financial data verification service within OpenClose®, the leading fintech provider of mortgage software solutions for banks, credit unions and mortgage lenders. The integration embeds AccountChek into OpenClose's ConsumerAssist(tm) Enterprise POS and LenderAssist(tm) LOS, giving borrowers the freedom to electronically permission verification data with ease when applying for a mortgage loan.
CUB Works with Capstone Logistics on Last Mile Grocery Delivery
PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Oct. 25, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CUB and Capstone Logistics are collaborating to bring grocery and liquor deliveries to Minnesota residents. Capstone is currently deploying 300 independent contractors to 80 grocery stores and 27 wine and liquor stores.
Depth Public Relations marks 15-year milestone serving mortgage industry fintech innovators
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Depth Public Relations, Inc. (DepthPR), a leading provider of consultative marketing, public relations and reputation management services for mortgage fintech innovators, the residential finance industry and technology for emerging regulated markets (regtech) is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its launch during the Mortgage Bankers Association's Annual Convention & Expo 2021 in San Diego.
FormFree selects Amazon Web Services (AWS) to power consumer financial identity solutions
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced it has selected Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) to power FormFree's consumer Financial DNA® solutions for the lender market. FormFree will leverage leading AWS technologies such as Amazon Managed Blockchain to create a scalable Hyperledger Fabric network.
FormFree named a 2021 Top Mortgage Employer by Mortgage Professional America
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 14, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced its selection as a 2021 Top Mortgage Employer by Mortgage Professionals America (MPA). MPA's annual top mortgage employer report recognizes companies in the mortgage industry that excel in workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
Nestle USA Awards Capstone Logistics Broker of the Year for 2020
PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Oct. 14, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named 2020 Broker of the Year by Nestle USA. Capstone's freight management division has served Nestle USA for more than five years, steadily growing the relationship each year.
Depth Public Relations promotes Johnna Szegda and Jenny Moss to client services director
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 14, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Depth Public Relations, Inc. (DepthPR), a leading provider of consultative marketing, public relations and reputation management services for mortgage fintech innovators, the residential finance industry and technology for emerging regulated markets (regtech), today announced its promotion of two key staff members in time to celebrate at the Mortgage Bankers Association's Annual Convention & Expo 2021 in San Diego.
LBA Ware recognized as ‘Top Mortgage Employer’ by Mortgage Professional America
MACON, Ga., Oct. 13, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, today announced it has been recognized as a 2021 Top Mortgage Employer by Mortgage Professional America (MPA). Honorees were selected based on anonymous employee survey results that measured how their business performs on a variety of metrics, including culture, benefits and employee development.
FormFree’s Brent Chandler and Christy Moss honored by Mortgage Professional America as trailblazers in mortgage technology
ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FormFree® today announced that Founder and CEO Brent Chandler and Head of Sales and Marketing Christy Moss have been honored by Mortgage Professional America (MPA) as 2021 Housing Industry Icons. The highly-competitive Housing Industry Icon awards are given to veteran executives who have acted as trailblazers and made an ongoing impact.
Singer Tony Hightower Brings Real Jazz to The Young Generation on ‘Legacy’ Sophomore Project Richly Inspired by His Jazz Singer Mother...
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Singer/Songwriter Tony Hightower is taking up the mantle to be a bridge that ushers R&B audiences into Jazz - Real Jazz. With years of experience as a singer, drummer, and actor (easily recognizable from his work in Tyler Perry movies/TV/stage productions), Atlanta-native Hightower is still just getting started.
