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Jennifer Hedly

Jennifer Hedly
Jennifer hedly is the managing content editor for Florida Newswire™, and has been a team member of the Neotrope® News Network since Dec. 2008. She is a creative writer, former surfer girl, and currently resides in South Florida. She paints, is a foodie, and owns two pure white tabby cats who prefer their identities be kept secret (and no, they don't have their own Facebook page).

‘COME TOGETHER — A Community for Wine’ Concludes Successful ‘Share & Pair Sundays’ Spring Campaign: Announces Second Annual ‘Come Over October’...

ST. HELENA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- COME TOGETHER -- A Community for Wine, a mission-driven company focused on wine advocacy, today announced the successful conclusion of its inaugural Share & Pair Sundays spring campaign while announcing plans for its highly anticipated second annual "Come Over October" campaign this fall. Through both initiatives, the organization, founded by three wine industry leaders, has demonstrated the power of community-driven advocacy to reach consumers with positive messages about wine.

Up to 60% Off: HitPaw Father’s Day Sale 2025 to Celebrate Creatively | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw, a trusted name in AI-powered media solutions, is honoring Father's Day with a special savings event from June 3 to June 20, 2025. HitPaw develops powerful yet easy-to-use AI software for editing videos, enhancing images, transforming audio, and more. This limited-time promotion offers up to 60% off its top creative software, including tools for video, photo, and audio editing.

Simpson Launches Vibrant Minds Program to Promote Cognitive Wellness and Brain Health in Senior Living | National News

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- As Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month begins in June, Simpson, a Pennsylvania regional retirement system that includes Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, and Jenner's Pond, announces the launch of Vibrant Minds, a new program promoting brain health and cognitive wellness. In partnership with Sodexo Seniors, the initiative offers nutrient-rich meals that support cognitive function, along with social dining experiences that encourage connection and independence.

The Accounting Doctor Joins CW7 Arizona and Gateway Academy to Support Underserved Students Through Stuff the Bus 2025 | National News

PHOENIX, Ariz. /Florida 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.

Yiftee Enables Contactless ‘Tap & Go’ Payments, Teaming Up with Mastercard and Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank...

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Yiftee, a leading provider of Community Cards that "Keep Local Dollars Local," announced the launch of contactless Tap & Go capabilities for their virtual Community Cards that support over 700 communities and over 20,000 local businesses. Developed with Mastercard and Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, this latest innovation is expected to help drive spending to local shops and restaurants across the country, fueling the "shop local" movement.

ACES Quality Management Champions Commitment to Lending Excellence at ACES ENGAGE 2025 | National News

DENVER, Colo. /Florida 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. /Florida 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.

HousingWire selects Depth EVP Lindsey Neal as 2025 Marketing Leader | National News

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida 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. /Florida 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. /Florida 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. /Florida 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.

HitPaw Edimakor Mac V4.0: AI Bilingual Subtitles and Background Remover Elevates Video Creation | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw Edimakor, a creative software brand known for practical innovation, today announced the launch of Edimakor Mac V4.0, the latest version of its all-in-one video editing tool. This major update introduces AI Bilingual Subtitle Generator and Advanced Video Background Remover, adding to a growing suite of features designed to help creators produce better content with fewer steps.

Hillcrest CEO Matthew Neeley Recognized as Outstanding Community Leader for Compassionate Leadership and Community Service | National News

LA VERNE, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Matthew Neeley, President and CEO of Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, was recently honored as an Outstanding Community Leader at the NAACP Pomona Valley Branch 6th Annual Freedom Fund Event. Through his compassionate leadership and steadfast commitment to serving others, Neeley has led efforts that uplift individuals, bridge divides and build a stronger, more inclusive community.

Click n’ Close Appoints Mortgage Wholesale Veteran Tony Catanese as Regional Sales Manager to Lead East Coast Expansion | National News

ADDISON, Texas /Florida 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 /Florida 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.

Greene Tree Care Helps Ventura County Residents Prepare for Wildfire Season with Defensible Space Services | National News

VENTURA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Throughout Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, property owners face dual threats: wildfires and insurance cancellations. In an effort to help their clients manage both, Greene Tree Care - a family-owned business headquartered in Camarillo, California - has expanded its defensible space services.

Cayden – The Virtual Artist Reimagining Emotional Pop, Drops Debut Single ‘Esperanza’ | National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

Friday Harbor unveils AI-powered condition engine to deliver faster, cleaner, audit-ready mortgage files | National News

SEATTLE, Wash. /Florida 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.

The Big Picture’s June conversations go deep on homeownership access, growth and market risk | National News

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, has unveiled its June guest lineup featuring four standout leaders whose insights are redefining housing access, real estate strategy and economic understanding. Co-hosted by mortgage business consultant and executive coach Rich Swerbinsky and capital markets authority Rob Chrisman, author of the widely read Chrisman Commentary newsletter, the webcast delivers timely, thought-provoking conversations with mortgage professionals, innovators and thought leaders.

Swyshare Launches Recordit – A Simple Yet Powerful Screen Recorder Built for All Your Recording Needs | National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida 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.