Tag: Business

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Dec. 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Metro Washington DC (PACC-DC), in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines, is spearheading what is now being billed as the largest Philippine-American event in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area - the Fil-Am Expo 2020 on June 13 and 14, 2020, following the June 12 Philippine Independence Day.

PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 17, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luxury Palm Beach Agent, Jim McCann, lists a remarkable Palm Beach estate offered for $29.5 Million. This show stopper is set against the dramatic backdrop of uninterrupted panoramic ocean views and directly across from the deeded parcel of gloriously pristine beach.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS: BCAL), a community business bank headquartered in San Diego, announced today the successful completion of a capital raise of approximately $12 million through the issuance of common stock in a private placement to institutional and accredited individual investors at a price of $12 per share. The Bank also announced its plans to reorganize into a holding company, Southern California Bancorp.

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dec. 14-16, 2019 -- This weekend's opening preliminary meet of the Colgate Women's Games was the first event since the passing of its founder, Fred Thompson. Thompson's contribution to the sport extended well beyond mentoring and coaching dozens of Olympians and world-class athletes.

HONG KONG, Dec. 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DesignCap, an all-in-one online graphic design platform from PearlMountain Limited, today released version 1.2.0 - a major update that makes visual designs for social media, blogs, and other marketing presences achievable for anyone.

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa., Dec. 13, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is fully underway, and homeowners might be heading out this weekend to pick out the perfect Christmas tree. In the decades-long battle of real versus artificial Christmas trees, it can be difficult to decide between the two. The experts at Giroud Tree and Lawn share helpful tips to help homeowners weigh the pros and cons before buying a Christmas tree.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Dec. 13, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On September 24, 2013, Smart Vent filed a lawsuit against Crawl Space Door Systems, Inc. in the NJ Federal Court, case 1:13-cv-05691-JBS-KMW. Crawl Space Door Systems, Inc. filed a counter-claim. The lawsuit is now over and Crawl Space Door Systems won.

EDMOND, Okla. and WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 13, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capitalizing on the success of their recent executive summit in Washington D.C., NEXT Mortgage Events and Housing Finance Strategies announced #NEXTDC20, their second annual event to be held shortly after the November 2020 election in Washington, D.C.

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A total of 560 travel agents, media, and special guests from around the world traveled to Turks and Caicos where Sandals Resorts recognized the best of the best in the travel industry. Pixie Vacations was honored to receive several awards at this year's Sandals Star Awards.

SUNSET, S.C., Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FSG Realty LLC (Fish Stewarding Group), a real estate stewarding and contributions group; and The Stillwater Group LLC, A Creative and Responsive Custom Home Building Team with a primary focus on Lake Keowee and Peninsula Ridge in Sunset, S.C., today announced a strategic partnership and collaboration to supply a number of their Custom Prebuild Process Homes.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Smith Wealth Advisors, an independent wealth management firm located at 6836 Bee Caves Road, Suite 272 in Austin, Texas, has selected Myles Richards Construction, Inc, as General Contractor for the Vista Park, LLC development, the largest residential development in Lamesa in many years, Ron Smith, Founder & President of Smith Wealth Advisors announced today.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Matthew Presutti has joined their EPIC New York operations as managing principal on the employee benefits team.

RALIEGH, N.C., Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Automotive Group has generously donated $26,050 to the Susan G. Komen(R) NC Triangle to the Coast (Komen NCTC) local affiliate. The campaign, which was designated "Share the Awareness Breast Cancer Campaign" in October of this year, enabled the dealership to donate a portion of their proceeds for the month.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mold Inspection Sciences Texas, one of the state's largest mold inspection and testing companies, is proud to welcome new hire Chris Gardner to its staff. Chris will play a vital role in securing new business development leads and nurturing commercial customer relationships.

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Dec. 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whimstay, the leading marketplace dedicated to last minute vacation rental deals, today announced the availability of over 5,000 properties nationwide in the Whimstay iOS iPhone and Android apps, which provides travelers with real savings on vacation rental properties when booking a stay during the next 10 nights.

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Debra Johnston of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties presents a new construction estate in Atlanta offered for $3.6 Million. For the pinnacle of prestigious living and entertaining in an esteemed gated Buckhead Estate, there's simply no comparison to this brand-new, exquisitely constructed abode.

NORWALK, Conn., Dec. 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After, Inc., the global leader in Warranty Marketing and Analytics Solutions since 2005, just announced the launch of QuickReg 2.0, the next iteration of its smart registration solution. QuickReg, launched in March 2019, helps manufacturers drive higher registration rates by making product registration quick, easy and convenient for consumers through their preferred channel of choice

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose, an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and digital mortgage fintech provider, announced that its chief revenue officer (CRO), Vince Furey, has been selected by HousingWire as one of its 2019 Vanguard Award winners.

DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, Energy Optimizers, USA co-hosted the E2 "Clean Energy at a Crossroads" event in Dayton, Ohio. In true energy-optimized fashion, the event was held at a renovated former steam energy plant in downtown Dayton. Energy Optimizers, USA founder and E2 Midwest Chapter Director, Greg Smith and staff organized the event, along with E2 Midwest Advocate Micaela Preskill.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today TechStak, a leading SMB service provider matching companies with highly curated and pre-vetted outsourced IT partners, announced they have launched a cost-effective arsenal of risk assessment tools and accompanying educational resources designed for the unique needs of smaller businesses.

BOSTON, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Carpe Diem Technologies, Inc. (Carpe Diem) has signed an exclusive license agreement with the University of Minnesota for the commercialization of breakthrough printed electronics technology. The technology is called SCALE (Self-aligned Capillarity-Assisted Lithography for Electronics), and is particularly suitable for printing on flexible substrates, such as paper and plastic.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) - RMA is pleased to announce that real estate expert Bill Dehlinger has joined the team to lead the firm's real estate projects in Central Florida. Dehlinger, who is currently the Florida Vice President of Operations for the CCIM Institute in Florida, will be focusing on several major projects for city and private clients including Deltona and Winter Park.

SOMERVILLE, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Fly Together Fitness, the first pole fitness and dance studio in Somerville is open for business with classes starting on December 9. A local small business owned and operated by eleven women united by their passion for the sport, Fly Together Fitness offers Somerville and greater Boston residents a fun new fitness alternative to traditional gym workouts.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TravelInsurance.com today announced they have surpassed 50,000 5-star reviews through the Shopper Approved platform, one of the fastest-growing customer review companies in the United States. Verified customers on TravelInsurance.com have rated the travel insurance comparison site a 4.8 out of 5.0, with 97% noting they would recommend it to others.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- California-based AIStorm has developed a novel AI-in-Sensor (AIS) technology that enables real-time processing of sensor data at the edge, without digitization. The AIS technology uses a new patented technique called charge domain processing that controls the electron movement between the storage elements in the chip and uses switch charge circuits for mathematical control over the charge transfer.

NEW ORLEANS, La., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Dryades YMCA is partnering with the Recirculating Farms Coalition (RFC), a sustainable farming and food justice advocacy organization. RFC will relocate its farm - Growing Local NOLA - to YMCA-owned land on Jackson Avenue, where it crosses Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City, just a few steps from the Dryades Y building.

RICHMOND, Va., Dec. 10, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Haywire Books announces the release of its first title this fall, Jon Sealy's "The Edge of America" (ISBN: 978-1950182008). Drugs. Money. The CIA. Miami in the 1980s evokes a high-wire world of money, criminals, espionage, and plenty of glitz, all of which come to life in this arresting South Florida noir.

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Aaron Schwen has joined the firm as Client Advocate of the firm's Southwest Risk Management Practice.

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Valentis Security is proud to announce and welcome Joseph Ortiz as its new Business Development/Inside Sales Lead. Ortiz will be responsible for business development throughout the markets that Valentis is licensed to operate in.

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Automated underwriting insurtech company Juniper Labs today announced that it is launching the first-ever open-sourced dataset purpose-built for commercial insurance. Juniper Labs plans to release over 40 million business records it acquired to train its underwriting models for anyone to use. Commercial carriers can use this data to verify an applicant's information, supplement their own datasets and enhance risk models.

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Aaron Zetterower has joined the firm as Principal of the firm's Southwest Risk Management Practice.

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Dec. 9, 2019 SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cottage Cooking, known for their dinner-party style cooking classes, has recently expanded into offering daytime baking classes. Founders, John Godts and Liisa Andreassen, recently attended some baking classes at the King Arthur Flour Baking School in Norwich, Vermont, and are excited to share what they learned.

SUNSET, S.C., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fish Stewarding Group is pleased to announce that Loren Weisman has joined The Fish Stewarding Group. A Brand Messaging Strategist that looks deeply into the psychological aspects of messaging, Weisman will strategize in the areas of brand discovery, brand development, brand compliance as well as brand audits and the overall messaging and optics strategies.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants ("EPIC"), a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Raylene Chiarizzio has joined the firm as Senior Vice President of the firm's Southwest Risk Management Practice.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen is pleased to announce that Laxton, a global leader in providing election, identity and self-service solutions to governments and corporations, has selected the SecuGen U20 fingerprint sensor for integration into their Chameleon multi-modal biometric tablet.

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa., Dec. 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Finding the perfect Christmas trees is one of the highlights of the holiday season. However, with the recent invasion of the Spotted Lanternfly, many Pennsylvanians are left wondering if they should be hesitant about bringing a possible tainted topiary into their home. The experts at Giroud Tree and Lawn explain what to look for on Christmas trees before buying one.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bay Area Medical Academy, SEIU UHW-West, and the SEIU-UHW & Joint Employer Education Fund (the Education Fund) have announced today that they have partnered to offer Medical Assistant Apprenticeship training to Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara employees.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Out Leadership, the only business organization working globally to promote LGBT+ equality is delighted to announce that Chris Frederick is joining the leadership team. This follows a three-month strategic review of the organization as it approaches a decade in business and is prompted by strong growth.

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On November 1, 2019 Prime Retail Services launched a new division focused on providing low-voltage and network integration solutions. The division, Prime-Net, will expand the company's current management of low-voltage scopes to include self-performing technicians and the core ability to execute diverse network integration programs in the retail industry.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that BobbiJo DeNofa has joined the firm as Managing Principal of the firm's Southwest Risk Management Practice.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AmericaSCORES Bay Area, the award-winning nonprofit that has been studied for its proven benefits to student learning, health, and social-emotional skills of over 2,000 low-income youth, has partnered with blockchain technology and design firm Totem Block and BitPay, the largest global blockchain payment provider, to become an early adopter in accepting cryptocurrency donations.

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The American Gem Society (AGS), a nonprofit association dedicated to consumer protection and the ongoing education of jewelers, is providing tips for consumers to keep in mind this holiday season before hitting the stores to make significant diamond and jewelry purchases.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Business Architecture Associates, Inc. (BAA) is pleased to announce its public, in-house, and online business architecture training options for 2020. BAA has trained industry professionals across the globe in all aspects of business architecture, enhancing their ability to deliver value to their organizations while advancing their professional skills.

BAYTOWN, Texas, Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- San Jacinto Mall is hosting a "Merry Last Christmas Event" on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from noon to 2 pm. The event will give shoppers an opportunity to celebrate 38 years of memories and to bid farewell to Baytown's once premier shopping center before it permanently closes its doors on January 5, 2020.

BLAIRSVILLE, Ga., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Myriad Electrical Contractors congratulates Dave Nickerson on becoming the new Sales Manager. Dave has also become a certified ChargePoint electric vehicle installer along with several other employees receiving their certifications on air cooled standby generator installation, and photovoltaic system installation.

MIAMI, Fla., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Florida Blue, the leading health insurer in Florida, announced today that it is partnering with Papa, a nationwide provider of senior services, to offer Florida Blue members in select Medicare Advantage plans assistance with transportation, house chores, companionship and other senior support services.

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Ford Lincoln of Rocky Mount will host a Christmas celebration with a focus on honoring their community's courageous first responders. The Rocky Mount Police Department, Nash County EMS, the Nash County Sheriff's office, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol will organize the celebration.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Dr. Craig Spodak was approached by Liz Quirantes of WPEC CBS 12 regarding a mother who needed help with her smile, there was no hesitation. Before long, Ashley Roberts not only had the smile she's always dreamed of, but she was also given another chance at turning her life around.

MESA, Ariz., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Rachel Wente-Chaney, CIO for High Desert Education Service District (HDESD) in Redmond, Oregon, and Steven Langford, CIO for Beaverton School District (BSD) in Beaverton, Oregon, have been selected as co-recipients of the company's 2019 Partner For Life Award.

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Chevrolet Buick GMC of Lexington is partnering with American Children's Home in hosting a toy drive to benefit local foster children. The Lexington community is being asked to participate in the spirit of the holiday by donating a variety of items in order to give these children a happy celebration.

NAPLES, Fla., Dec. 6, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luxury Naples Agent, John Paul Prebish, lists an exquisite estate offered furnished for $3.45 Million. This distinguished Mediterra residence defines the ultimate in a prestigious golf course lifestyle and is ready to welcome you into its luxury fold. Showcased by high-end inclusions and an immaculate presentation, this grand home has been meticulously renovated to New Home Status.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 5, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that David Thoke has joined the firm as Managing Principal of the firm's Southwest Risk Management Practice.

ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Todd Randolph has joined the firm as a Principal of its Southeast Employee Benefits Practice.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BargainsLA.com, Southern California's bargain shopping guide to Discount Outlets, Sample Sales, Warehouse Sales and Liquidation Outlets has published their Top Twenty independent discount outlets to celebrate their 20th Anniversary.

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- InstantPublisher.com announces the release of a tip sheet covering the reasons why you should write and print your own book now. There has never been a better time for self-publishing authors to get their books out in the marketplace.

TEMPLE HILLS, Md., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReAgg is one of the leading aggregate suppliers in Baltimore, Maryland. We also offer a fleet of heavy equipment transportation for our customers in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and the area of Northern Virginia.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry's only independent cooperative, today announced that Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE:BKI), a leading provider of mortgage software, data and analytics solutions, has been added to its Preferred Partner network.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ron Smith, President and Founder of Smith Wealth Advisors, an independent wealth management firm located at 6836 Bee Caves Road, Suite 272 in Austin, Texas, announced today that a group of the firm's key clients have funded a land acquisition in Lamesa, Texas, which will serve as the future site for the TatumTek Modular Construction Assembly Plant.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Wilson Long of the firm's Birmingham-based National Energy Construction Practice is one of a select group of leaders throughout the U.S. accepted into the SIBF Leadership Academy whereby he will foster and build trusted connections.

CAMP HILL, Pa., Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Camp Hill based Conte Wealth Advisors continues its considerable expansion efforts opening an office at 1423 E Market St in York and welcoming two seasoned advisors into the organization.

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Christians in the Mirror," a first-of-its-kind independent documentary produced by Joshuacord, Inc. and In Altum Productions, takes a hard look at how America and the West have not been very involved in the global persecution of Christians. The producers say they're creating a social media marketing plan for this indie film that interviews Christians from the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

SUGARLAND, Texas, Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UniverseIT is excited to announce a new partnership with the United States Air Force (USAF) which encompasses serving three training schools - the Air Ground Operations School (AGOS); Weapons School (USAFWS); and Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operations School (AMMOS).

NAPA, Calif., Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Sheryl Marshall has joined the firm as Principal within the firm's Moving & Storage Practice.

TRAVERSE City, Mich., Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With a wide variety of industries relying on video borescopes for their remote visual inspections (RVI) and nondestructive testing (NDT) needs, ViewTech Borescopes has announced the addition of several new clients that utilize their VJ-3 Articulating Video Borescope. (VIDEO)

LEHI, Utah, Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers and real estate agents, today announced that President and COO Ben Miller has been named a 2019 HousingWire Vanguard Award winner. Now in its fifth year, the HW Vanguard Awards program recognizes executives in the housing finance industry for their outstanding leadership in the space.