Janice Sand

TROY, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Executive Vice President, Head of Operations Melinda (Mindy) Lesinski has been named to HousingWire's 2025 Women of Influence list. HousingWire's Women of Influence program was launched in 2010 to recognize women making notable contributions to both their businesses and the industry at large, with a specific focus on contributions during the most recent 12 months.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, StarknightMT is saluting the spirit of freedom with unbeatable deals for off-road enthusiasts. The company recently announced the launch of its 4th of July Sale, running from June 28 through July 10. And the excitement doesn't end there-StarknightMT' s Prime Day Sale kicks off July 5, bringing more deals to fuel your next adventure.

LEXINGTON, Ky. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In a world captivated by billion-dollar headlines and corporate giants, a new book turns the spotlight to the real engines of economic and social change: small business owners. Bestselling author David Grau Sr., JD, launches his newest and most important work, "Changing the World... Through Small Business Stewardship" (ISBN: 979-8991262996), now available worldwide in paperback and Ebook formats via Amazon and major online distributors.

ORLANDO, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been awarded a $62 million production contract by the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) to deliver more than 100 Stinger Training Systems (STS) over the next five years.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Frank Residences, a non-profit senior living community known for its integrated memory care, is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association to host a "Care for the Caregiver" Workshop on Thursday, July 10, from 4 to 5 p.m. at One Avalon Avenue, San Francisco.

FORT COLLINS, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Street Media Group, a leading out-of-home advertising provider in northern Colorado, has been awarded a multi-year contract with the City of Fort Collins, Colorado. The agreement allows Street Media Group to market and sell out-of-home advertising space on Transfort's public transit amenities, including buses, bus stop shelters, and bus stop benches.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Meet Scentient, the clean fragrance subscription box that reimagines scent discovery through the lens of safety, sustainability, and elevated sensory experience. Launching July 1, Scentient offers curated, non-toxic perfumes from independent brands that align with the values of today's conscious consumer.

ONTARIO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Maglite® brand partners with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during one of the deadliest times of the year, the first week in July. The days surrounding July 4th are perilous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year, and pedestrian deaths make up approximately 20% of those fatalities.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced it has established an integration with Uniform Collateral Data Portal® (UCDP®), a single portal jointly maintained by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the GSEs). This expansion positions Dark Matter as an early adopter of the technology needed to support the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6 and Forms Redesign initiative.

SEATTLE, Wash. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Champion Challenge held in Porterville, California June 20, 2025. Hosted by the Sequoia Pygmy Goat Association, How the West Was Won National Convention brought together the best animals from across the country for a chance to claim the top honor of national champion.

BURLINGTON, Ky. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Looking for crave-worthy comfort food at a price that satisfies your taste buds and your wallet? Snappy Tomato Pizza ("Snappy") is thrilled to announce the introduction of their new Snappy Savers menu - featuring Medium 1-topping pizzas, Cinnabreads, Cheesy Breads, boneless wings, and two NEW appetizers - Mozzarella Sticks and Pepperoni Rolls. The best part? For a limited time, buy two or more for just $6.99 each!

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- OneConv, known for its innovation in the multimedia industry, launches the new OneConv Netflix Video Downloader, giving users the ability to download high-quality Netflix shows in their original resolution with ease. This professional tool supports one-click downloads of entire seasons, offering a seamless way to enjoy Netflix content offline without any limitations.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced its CEO, Sean Dugan, has been named to Inman's 2025 Best of Finance list. Now in its third year, the award is a prestigious industry recognition honoring professionals in the mortgage and financial services sectors who demonstrate exceptional innovation, influence and impact on the residential real estate ecosystem.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income, employment and asset verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced that its founder and CEO Shmulik Fishman has been named one of Inman's 2025 Best of Finance, his second consecutive appearance on the list. Inman's editorial team hand-selects distinguished professionals for their role in driving the mortgage and financial services industries forward through leadership, exceptional service and commitment to innovation.

IRVINE, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced that CEO Maria Moskver has been named to Inman's 2025 Best of Finance list. Moskver has earned a place on the list every year since its creation in 2023, making this her third consecutive recognition.

BELLEVUE, Wash. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- With increasing demand for high-quality structural and mechanical steel products across industries, MB Metals Tubing & Pipe is standing out as a trusted global supplier of steel tubing, pipe, and related components. Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company provides a wide range of steel tubing solutions to customers throughout North America, Asia, and Europe, delivering consistent quality and competitive pricing backed by decades of industry experience.

BELLEVUE, Wash. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In the specialized market of graphite and carbon materials, M. Brashem, Inc., headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, continues to set the standard for quality, reliability, and global distribution. Serving a diverse range of industries including steel production, aluminum smelting, chemical processing, and advanced manufacturing, M. Brashem offers a broad inventory of graphite electrodes, blocks, rods, and custom carbon products with worldwide reach.

FALLSTON, Md. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- As more homeowners and businesses in Harford County look to enhance the appearance and value of their properties, Coby Pros has become a go-to name for professional painting, drywall, and remodeling services. Based in Fallston, MD, Coby Pros is known for delivering dependable craftsmanship, clean work, and high-end finishes to residential and commercial spaces alike.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders and tenant screening platforms in the United States, today announced the availability of verification of assets powered by Mastercard's open finance technology. The expanded offering enables lenders to confirm borrowers' balances, cash-to-close and cash-flow history alongside income and employment.

BOULDER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Sofia Rossato, its president and general manager, has been named a recipient of Inman's 2025 Best of Finance award. Unlike many awards where leaders are nominated by their companies, this award is managed entirely by the Inman editorial team to recognize leaders driving meaningful change in the lending industry independently.