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ARMCO COO Phil McCall

ARMCO COO Phil McCall Urges Mortgage Lenders to Tailor QC Reviews for Niche Mortgages

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Phil McCall, COO of leading web-based financial services quality control software provider ACES Risk Management (ARMCO) in Florida, advises mortgage lenders to develop unique quality control audits for each of the niche mortgage lending products they may offer, including jumbo, USDA, VA and HECM/reverse.

Miami-based photographer Juan Sebastian chosen for international art exhibition ‘SELF MEMORIES’

MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Photographer Juan Sebastian showcases his magical photo-realistic work in Venice, Italy, for the international art exhibition of photography, video art, installation, painting and performance art titled 'SELF MEMORIES - The contemporary sense of awareness' hosted at the Venice Art House Gallery from the 5th to the 15th of August 2015.

Foundation Inspires Nepali School, Village with 3D Printing

KATHMANDU, NEPAL, July 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Adelina Foundation and World Mind Network recently completed a humanitarian and educational project at the TriKa School in Narayanpur, Nepal. According to Director John Toomey, the group engaged students and villagers in several programs designed to improve general health in the region and to inspire educational achievement. Lessons learned in Nepal will be applied to similar projects in the Philippines, Africa, India, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Shroud of Tom Cruise

Nude ‘Shroud of Tom Cruise’ by Daniel Edwards unvelied by CACA’s The Showroom in Florida

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- A 'nude shroud of Tom Cruise' will be unveiled as a tribute to the actor's 25th anniversary with the Church of Scientology by Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA). The silver anniversary celebration reaffirming his commitment will take place at a 'Pop-up Church of Scientology' near its Clearwater headquarters as part of a larger exhibit of the actor. Commissioned curator and artist Daniel Edwards assisted Cory Allen Contemporary Art with exhibition arrangements scheduled for August, 2015.
AeroBase Group Inc

Focusing on Human Capital, AeroBase Group’s Organizational Culture Offers a Blueprint for Success

MELBOURNE, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- It's not the complex aerospace or military parts that make AeroBase Group, Inc. a premier parts distributor. It's really the standout employees that make them who they are. They recruit individuals who are passionate, resourceful, driven, and with a positive attitude over experience. This is part of the core company values (PRAD).

Homewood Suites – Seattle/Lynnwood Sold to RLJ Lodging Trust

SEATTLE, Wash., July 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kennedy and Mohn announced today that they represented Legacy Hospitality, an Albuquerque based hotel development and operating company, in the sale of the 170-room Homewood Suites by Hilton, Seattle/Lynnwood. The hotel was acquired by RLJ Lodging Trust for $37.9 million or approximately $223,000 per key.
The Avenue VIERA

Celebrate the 2015 Tax Free Holiday at The Avenue Viera

VIERA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- It's time for back-to-school again, which means the tax free holiday is around the corner. Spend $150 at any of The Avenue Viera retailers on Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 12 - 4 p.m. to receive a special shopping bonus.
The Avianna

John Cannon Homes sells ‘The Avianna’ at The Concession Golf Club for $2.3 million

SARASOTA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- The Avianna, a luxury model home built by John Cannon Homes at The Concession Golf Club and Residences in Florida, has sold for $2.3 million. The 4,954-square-foot estate opened as a model in November 2014.
Spodak Dental Group

Florida’s Spodak Dental Group Named Top 1 percent U.S. Nationwide Invisalign Provider

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Spodak Dental Group has been named as a Top 1 percent Provider of Invisalign for 2015, which is the highest distinction in the field. Top 1 percent providers make up a select few of all North American Invisalign Providers and are among the most experienced.
The Avenue Viera

The Avenue Viera Voted ‘Best Shopping Center’ by Spacecoast Living

VIERA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- The Avenue Viera in Florida was voted SpaceCoast Living's best mall/shopping center in its Best of the Space Coast Awards. SpaceCoast Living is the premier lifestyle publication in Brevard County and The Best of the Space Coast Awards name the best in entertainment, services, dining, shopping and more available on Florida's Space Coast.
OpenClose

OpenClose is now delivering weekly data for the U.S. Mortgage Market Index

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- OpenClose(R), an enterprise-class, multi-channel, end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) provider, announced that it is now delivering weekly data for the U.S. Mortgage Market Index, an indicator of upcoming mortgage originations that is published by Mortgage Daily, a leading online news and data source for the mortgage industry.

Stetson Mansion Hosts Quilt Show and Tour July 18 to Aug. 1, Sponsored by Judy Hansen’s Quilt Shop

DELAND, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Over 100 quilted items will be on display during guided tours of Florida's 'Gilded Age' Stetson Mansion. Named by Trip Advisor as Florida's 'Most Popular Tourist Attraction,' the Stetson Mansion is the restored and updated winter home of famed hat maker John B. Stetson.

Foundation Helps Nepali School and Community Bounce Back

KATHMANDU, Nepal, July 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Adelina Foundation of Torrance, California is assisting the World Mind Network in helping the TriKA school in Narayanpur, Nepal bounce back from the massive April and May earthquakes that devastated so much of the country.

Residential Market Sustains Strength Predicted by Veros’ Latest 12-Month Forecast Update

SANTA ANA, Calif., July 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Veros Real Estate Solutions (Veros), an award-winning industry leader in enterprise risk management, collateral valuation services and predictive analytics, reports that the residential market continues in a positive trajectory, with a greater percentage of markets expected to increase in value over the next 12 months, moving upwards to 90% from last quarter's 86%.
Dr. Samin Eftekhari

Spodak Dental Group’s Dr. Samin Eftekhari Selected as Freedom Day USA State Co-Director for Florida

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Dr. Samin Eftekhari of Spodak Dental Group has been named the Freedom Day USA State Co-Director for Florida. As a Captain in the ARMY Reserve, he is dedicated to giving back to our nation's personnel.
The Avenue VIERA

Summer Kids Activities at The Avenue Viera include Summer Art Camp for Kids

VIERA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- This summer 2015 will be jam-packed with kid friendly activities at The Avenue Viera. From Carmike Cinemas' Summer Kid Series, Pizza Gallery and Grill's Summer Art Camp to craft classes for kids at Michaels, kids will never want to leave The Avenue Viera.
The Avenue VIERA

Live After Five music series: Enjoy Complimentary Beach Music at The Avenue Viera Family Luau Night

VIERA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Hot time in the city! The second Family Luau Night at The Avenue Viera Central Park will be held on Thursday, July 2 from 5 - 8 p.m. This event is part of the 'Live After Five' music series. This year's theme is Hot Tropical Nights, which will feature Caribbean and Reggae beach music.
Patrick Mancier

Patrick Mancier joins OpenClose as Senior Software Developer

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- OpenClose(R), an enterprise-class, multi-channel, end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) provider, announced that it hired Patrick Mancier as senior software developer. OpenClose has experienced increasing growth in 2015 with the on-boarding of several marquee clients, hiring additional staff, developing new solutions, and enhancing its end-to-end, multi-channel LOS platform.

Road Safe America Applauds Resolution on Commercial Truck Safety by the US Conference of Mayors

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Road Safe America applauds the passage of a resolution on commercial trucking by the U.S. Conference of Mayors at their 83rd Annual Meeting today.
Attorney Bernard Walsh

Attorney Bernard Walsh named as a member of Florida Legal Elite 2015

BRADENTON, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Bernard Walsh, of Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh, selected as a member of 'Florida Legal Elite 2015' by Florida Trend magazine. Attorneys who are included in this group were chosen by a lengthy and exhaustive process that begins with peer selection.