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LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Linbrook Press announces a new novel, "The American Outsider" (ISBN: 978-0977978038), authored by Homa Pourasgari, scheduled to be released January 23, 2023. It's a story about the inhumane slaughter and torture of dolphins in Taiji, Japan, and addresses the complex nature of the Japanese culture. It's written for anyone who cares about animal welfare and who hopes to make a difference.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. and ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NGPA - one of the largest pilot hiring career expo events in the United States - is coming to Palm Springs, CA on February 9, 2023. The two-day NGPA Industry Expo Presented by United Airlines will bring together over 100 exhibitors, including major airlines, to meet with job seekers and discuss career opportunities in the aviation industry.

ATLANTA, Ga., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting home buyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that it selected Laura Lafayette, CEO of the Richmond Association of REALTORS® (RAR), as the winner of its 2022 Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee's® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in Florida and Georgia today announced the official start of their 7th annual Above and "BEE"yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest recognizes top teachers - as nominated by their students - rewarding teachers with a $500 sponsorship check and special end-of-year class party.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In its year-end report spanning financials, deals, and community investment, Blaylock Van, LLC, the nation's longest continuously operating Black-owned investment banking firm, reported 23 percent growth in notional deal volume year-over-year, with 67 debt capital markets new issues representing nearly $186 billion notional. From 2018 to 2022, Blaylock Van's closed transactions increased by a CAGR of 23 percent and dealt notional value by 50%.

CHICAGO, Ill., Jan. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BlueStone Advisors, a specialty commercial insurance brokerage firm, announced today the launch of their BlueStone Lithium-Ion Battery Captive to help advanced battery companies manage their insurance costs and offer a broader policy with comprehensive and consistent coverage terms.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iToolab is a software development company that works with the aim of solving various issues of smartphone users in just a go. iToolab AnyGo is an innovative product of iToolab aimed to make smartphone users change locations easily. The users are sometimes not able to access different apps or certain features of phones while traveling or sitting at different locations.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For more than 40 years, Scientology Volunteer Ministers have responded to natural and manmade disasters. And this year was no exception. The year had no sooner started than a massive mudslide devastated Quito, Ecuador.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Good Heart Catering, the premier breakfast and lunch caterer for organizations in Los Angeles, is excited to announce the launch of its delivery service in Glendale. With a focus on fresh, chef-driven meals and a commitment to exceptional service, Good Heart Catering is the perfect solution for businesses and organizations looking for convenient and delicious food options including boxed lunches and individual meals.

PHOENIX, Ariz., Jan. 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Designed to make an impact for Black-owned businesses in the new year and beyond, IMPACT AZ 2025 focuses on supplier diversity readiness to close the racial wealth gap for diverse business owners. The Millionaire Mastermind Academy program is accepting applications from serious entrepreneurs interested in a solutions-driven accelerator program, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.

WAKE FOREST, N.C., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The adventure store for all sizes continues to expand! Today Capital Powersports officially announces the addition of Greenger, Volcon, and Segway brand products. Founded in 2012, Capital Powersports is a full-service franchised dealer in Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Greenger, Volcon, and Segway.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MCEC, an early adopter of Oracle Network Management Systems (NMS), undertook a major NMS upgrade and re-integration with core operational systems of an ever-increasing complex electric grid. GridBright, in its upgrade of Oracle NMS at MCEC, further leveraged its proven NMS Configuration for COOPS that incorporates industry best practices from over thirty utility implementations.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association (MMLA), the only Michigan-based association dedicated solely to the housing finance industry, unveiled an updated logo and brand identity for 2023. The brand refresh aligns with the organization's new purpose and direction as the connection point, legislative voice and educational resource for Michigan's real estate finance economy.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the "Fund") recently participated in a $1 million Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) funding round for TRAiNED, Inc.

ATLANTA, Ga., Jan. 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The GOALS Council, a strategic advisory council created by Stack Sports and youth soccer executives, has announced the appointment of Joel Dragan, the Executive Director of Florida Youth Soccer, as the 2023 Chairperson to head the GOALS Council.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sage Investment Club, an investment firm managed by an all-female, African American leadership team, today celebrates 25 years since the launch of its investment platform. Founded by Sonya Weaver-Johnson, the group offers investment education and co-investment opportunities.

OXNARD, Calif., Jan. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After a three-year hiatus due to challenges brought on by the pandemic, the 2023 California Strawberry Festival will take place May 20-21. For the first time ever, the event will be held at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. The beachside location provides iconic views, and Ventura offers up a vibrant downtown just a few blocks away.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For some reasons such as e-commerce, social media, or graphic design, you will need to create some stunning images. Therefore, HitPaw Online Background Remover provides plenty of templates to create eye-catching images within seconds. Removing backgrounds from images and changing backgrounds with customized templates have never been easier.

SEATTLE, Wash., Jan. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Asset Defense Team and Vast Solutions Group, Inc. (VastSolutionsGroup.com) are pleased to announce their joint venture, AssetDefenseAdv.com. This partnership brings together two leading companies in the asset protection and tax strategy industry, combining their expertise and resources to provide top-quality services to clients around the globe. The advanced platform is called "Einstein" and is currently in Beta 1.0.

REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Triple Finale L.L.C. has added an exhilarating twist to short stories as a form of entertainment, by developing a virtual platform for fast-paced trilogies. We offer an audiobook/eBook marketplace platform where individuals sell their triple-ending short stories online to generate extra income.