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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).

HousingWire names Argyle COO Brian Geary among its 2025 Tech Trendsetters | National News

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income, employment and asset verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, announced today that its Chief Operating Officer Brian Geary has been recognized as one of HousingWire's Tech Trendsetters of 2025. This award spotlights the top 75 technology and product leaders bringing innovative change to the mortgage and real estate industries.

Down Payment Resource’s Sean Moss named a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter | National News

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that executive vice president of product and operations Sean Moss has been named a HousingWire 2025 Tech Trendsetter. The annual Tech Trendsetters award, now in its seventh year, honors the housing industry's most impactful and innovative technology leaders.

ACES Quality Management EVP of Information Technology Ben Mahan named HousingWire 2025 Tech Trendsetter | 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, today announced that Executive Vice President of Information Technology Ben Mahan has been named a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter. The award honors 75 technology leaders driving innovation and impact across the housing industry through transformative digital solutions.

DocMagic’s Brian D. Pannell earns second HousingWire Tech Trendsetter honor | National News

TORRANCE, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- DocMagic, Inc. announced today that its Chief eServices Executive Brian D. Pannell has been named one of HousingWire's 2025 Tech Trendsetters. This marks Pannell's second time receiving the award, an uncommon distinction that highlights his enduring leadership and influence in advancing digital mortgage transformation.

Class Valuation’s Kaushal Shah named a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter | National News

TROY, Mich. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Chief Technology and Data Officer Kaushal Shah has been named to the 2025 Tech Trendsetters list by HousingWire. The prestigious annual HousingWire program, now in its seventh year, recognizes visionary leaders using technology to reinvent how mortgage and real estate professionals work.

FirstClose Chief Product Officer Ramiro Castro named HousingWire 2025 Tech Trendsetter | National News

AUSTIN, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced that Chief Product Officer Ramiro Castro has been recognized by HousingWire as a 2025 Tech Trendsetter. The annual award celebrates 75 technology leaders whose vision and execution are reshaping the housing economy.

Floify’s Head of Customer Experience and Operations Sol Klein named a 2025 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter | National News

BOULDER, Colo. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that its head of customer experience and operations, industry veteran Sol Klein, has been named a Housingwire 2025 Tech Trendsetter. Modeled after the HousingWire Tech100, which honors the most innovative companies in mortgage and real estate technology, the Tech Trendsetters program recognizes the individuals who drive innovation and deliver transformative solutions.

Benchmark Mortgage adds Clay McMurray as Chief Marketing Officer | National News

DALLAS, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Benchmark Mortgage, a full-service mortgage lender and broker based in Dallas, has added mortgage marketing professional Clay McMurray as chief marketing officer. McMurray will help Benchmark Mortgage grow its national brand to new heights, bringing the company's story to life with the goal of helping as many homeowners as possible while attracting top mortgage originators. He brings extensive mortgage industry experience, having led and expanded other national brands.

Frank Residences Redefines Memory Care with Innovative, Person-centered Programs Leading into Alzheimer’s Awareness Month | National News

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- As National Alzheimer's Awareness Month approaches in November, Frank Residences is spotlighting award-winning programs that are transforming memory care. The Bay Area's leading nonprofit senior living community demonstrates how combining creativity, innovation, and thoughtfully designed environments can enrich the daily lives of people living with dementia and provide peace of mind for their families.

3rd3rd Marketing Brings ‘Un-Senior Living’ to LeadingAge Annual Conference Championing Inclusive, Age-positive Marketing in Senior Living | National News

BOSTON, Mass. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- 3rd3rd Marketing, the nation's leading agency redefining how senior living communities connect with older adults, showcases its "Un-Senior Living" approach at the 2025 LeadingAge Annual Conference in Boston. Through two sessions with industry partners, 3rd3rd will explore how communities can reduce ageism in marketing, increase diversity in senior living communities, and improve marketing ROI.

IRS Solutions Launches Partner Rewards Program, Empowering Tax Pros to Boost Earnings and Build Stronger Networks | National News

VALENCIA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- IRS Solutions® announced the launch of its Partner Rewards Program, a new initiative that rewards tax professionals who refer their colleagues to the platform. This program not only expresses gratitude but also provides tax pros with an easy, recurring revenue opportunity while expanding the IRS Solutions community.

Author Adir Biniamini Explores the Skills Behind Genuine Human Connection | National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- In an age of constant digital interaction, many people feel less connected than ever. "The Art of Human Connection: Connecting, Solving, and Growing Insights for Professional and Personal Interaction" by Adir Biniamini (ISBN: 978-1779621962; Released June 2025 by Tellwell) addresses this challenge by offering readers practical tools for building stronger relationships, both personally and professionally.

Jenner’s Pond Celebrates the Opening of the ‘Pastor Jim and Betty Mundell Health Center’ | National News

WEST GROVE, Pa. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Jenner's Pond, one of Simpson's Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), proudly celebrates the grand opening of its newly renovated 'Pastor Jim and Betty Mundell Health Center'. The milestone marks a new era of innovative care and services for residents in skilled nursing and memory care, as the community continues to lead in compassionate, person-directed living.

PromoPro UK Launches Exclusive Halloween Deals Hub to Help Shoppers Save Big | National News

LONDON, U.K. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- As Halloween 2025 is upon us, PromoPro UK has a dedicated Halloween Deals Hub, giving UK consumers an easy way to explore the best seasonal promotions, last minute specials, discount codes, and limited-time offers across popular online retailers.

Click n’ Close appoints Jon Wilson as Vice President of Accounting | National News

ADDISON, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Click n' Close, a multi-state mortgage lender, today announced the addition of Jon Wilson as Vice President of Accounting. In this role, Wilson will oversee corporate accounting, financial reporting and process optimization, supporting the company's continued growth and operational excellence.

‘Elevate Eldercare’ Podcast Explores the Future of Person-directed Care as LeadingAge and the Global Ageing Network Summit Kicks Off in Boston...

BOSTON, Mass. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- AgingIN, a global leader in culture transformation in long-term care, continues to call for bold commitments to aging services as it participates in the LeadingAge Annual Meeting and the Global Ageing Network Summit in Boston, November 1-5, 2025. At the summit, the Leonard Florence Center for Living in Chelsea, Massachusetts - the nation's first urbanGreen House® community - will be highlighted.

Diagrimo Officially Launches: Turn Text into Visuals Instantly | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Diagrimo, an AI-powered visualization tool from Tenorshare, has officially launched, enabling users to instantly turn text into clean, structured visual diagrams. Whether organizing thoughts, planning projects, or explaining complex concepts, Diagrimo makes visual thinking effortless and intuitive.

AVE and Move For Hunger Celebrate 10 Years of Partnership in the Fight Against Hunger | National News

ASBURY PARK, N.J. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit organization that fights food insecurity by mobilizing transportation networks to deliver surplus food to local food banks, is proud to celebrate 10 years of partnership with AVE, a leader in the multifamily residential that elevates apartment living through service, community-building, and flexibility.

Ultimate Ghostface AI Generator Free: Scream with AI Photo Editor PixPretty | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Excited for Halloween but tired of generic filters like Google Gemini's promos? It's time to unleash your spooky side with the ultimate PixPretty Ghostface AI Generator. This all-in-one AI photo Editor from Tenorshare lets you transform your selfies into horrifyingly realistic ghost face images, perfect for fans of the "Scream" franchise and anyone looking to create viral Halloween content.

Denise Donoghue, a.k.a. ‘The Mortgage Nerd,’ is Benchmark Mortgage’s 2025 Blue Jacket Winner | National News

DALLAS, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Benchmark Mortgage, a full-service mortgage lender and broker based in Dallas, has named Denise Donoghue, also known as "The Mortgage Nerd," as its 2025 Blue Jacket winner. The prestigious award is given annually by Benchmark Mortgage, a community of expert mortgage consultants in more than 80 branches nationwide, to members who embody the company's core values and demonstrate excellence in business execution.