Education and Schools, Free News Articles, NonProfit and Charities

On California Safe Schools Coalition 19th Anniversary, CSS Recognizes L.A. Unified School District’s Adoption of Groundbreaking Pesticide Policy

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- California Safe Schools Coalition (CSS) commends the pioneering achievement of Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the second largest school district in the nation, spanning 740 square miles, 28 cities and more than 1,000 sites, for early adoption of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy in 1999. CSS was formed in 1998, after its founder's child was accidently sprayed by pesticides by a Los Angeles Unified gardener on his way into an LAUSD elementary school, a pivotal event for LAUSD's IPM Policy formation.

The IPM policy, created with CSS, had one main purpose: to eliminate all highly toxic chemical controls, and to use exclusion and consistent cleaning schedules as the primary pest management tool for all schools. With a deeper understanding based on scientific research, the Precautionary Principle was instituted as the LAUSD's benchmark and long-term objective. This Principle acknowledges that no pesticide product is free from risk and all may be a threat to human health. In the face of such risk, we must protect our children.

"LAUSD requires that only highly trained staff implement this IPM program," said Robina Suwol, Founder and Executive Director, CSS. "And, it's no secret, the program's success and reputation is a result of absolutely phenomenal district management and staff, including exceptional plant managers and pest, turf and landscape management experts.

"The IPM program is so highly regarded that CSS receives calls from parents, school districts and communities throughout the USA and internationally - Australia, Japan and England - asking how they can create similar policies."

The outstanding success of the IPM Policy led to the passage of the California Healthy Schools Act in 2000 and AB 405 (Montanez) in 2005. Together, these laws act to ensure the wellbeing of students, teachers, staff and parents each day by maintaining an environment free from toxic pesticides whose vast and cumulative impact is only beginning to be acknowledged.

"I applaud California Safe Schools and LAUSD on their Anniversary. The adoption of their innovative IPM policy and support of Assembly 405, which bans experimental pesticides on school grounds, has led the state and country in ensuring that our students and teachers' health are protected," said Michael Mendez, Pinchot Faculty Fellow Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.

On July 7, 2017, glyphosate, (an ingredient in the ubiquitous weed control product Roundup) was listed under California's Proposition 65 as "known to the State of California to cause cancer." Before LAUSD's IPM Policy went into effect, Roundup was used extensively at LAUSD schools. The LAUSD IPM Policy reigns as one of the most successful efforts of the District to protect the health and safety of students and school personnel.

"This action by the State of California to fairly warn people about the risk of cancer associated with use of glyphosate is a step forward for the right to know and the ability to act. Policies such as those adopted for Los Angeles schools move products with the potential for toxicity out of children's environments and are good for everybody," said Dr. Amy D. Kyle, Research Professor (ret), University of California Berkeley School of Public Health.

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818-785-5515
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TRK Connection Elevates Colton Hansen to Role of Vice President of Business Development

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- TRK Connection, a leading provider of mortgage quality control and origination management solutions, announced it has promoted Colton Hansen to vice president of business development. In this new role, Hansen will be responsible for leading and executing company objectives for sales and marketing campaigns, implementing new technologies, and analyzing new opportunities.

"Colton has been with TRK from day one, and his relentless efforts in cultivating our client base and deft management of those relationships have made TRK what it is today," said Teri Sundh, CEO of TRK Connection. "I can think of no one more suited to lead TRK through its next stage of growth."

Prior to TRK, Hansen served as manager of vendor relations for Strategic Services Management (SSM Hub) and worked in a business development capacity for Salt Lake City-based Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. from 2009 to 2012. He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration and management from the University of Utah.

"Having been here from the start, I take immense pride in what TRK has been able to accomplish in just a few short years, as we have invested considerable time and effort in collaborating with lenders to develop the Insight RDM platform," Hansen said. "The mortgage industry is hungry for a more robust, sophisticated QC audit platform, and I look forward to continuing to enable lenders to better manage their repurchase risk and improve loan quality using Insight."

About TRK Connection:

Founded in 2013, TRK Connection prides itself on its ability to develop technologies that allow businesses to surpass their organizational needs and meet their business objectives. As an innovator in the mortgage origination and quality assurance space, TRK continues to develop and refine solutions geared to promote and strengthen the loan origination process, pre/post-close loan audits and the defect remediation process.

Currently, TRK offers solutions that support Mortgage Audit & Quality Control (Insight Risk & Defect Management(TM)), Loan Origination Vendor Management (Core Connect(TM)), Complete LOS Connectivity Platforms and more. For more information, visit http://trkconnection.com.

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Education and Schools, Electronics, Free News Articles, General Editorial

CollegeMagazine.com releases its List of the Top 10 Safety and Security Products Every College Student Must Have

ONTARIO, Calif. -- Every year millions of parents send their children off to college for the first time and what to pack for that child is top of mind, says MAG Instrument Inc. The days of making sure they have clean sheets, lots of socks and an umbrella are long gone. Kids these days have very different needs than in years past and CollegeMagazine.com has put together a list of the Top Ten Safety and Security Items College Kids Must Have and a MAGLITE flashlight is top of the list.

Being safe and secure on a campus today includes having items like a bullet and blast resistant backpack. It also means carrying an item like a ballistic pen that can break glass in an emergency situation. Being prepared means having a reliable multi-tool that can be used in a variety of situations to provide just the right tool for the job. Being able to see and be seen in any situation is a basic security item and the MAGLITE flashlight tops the list.

"It's easy to forget about packing safety items when you're busy buying dorm decor but it's essential. That's why our list features key safety items like a MAGLITE flashlight, especially when it comes to walking home late at night from the library," said CollegeMagazine.com Publisher Amanda Nachman.

"We want students to be proactive about their safety on campus. With this list, parents will have peace of mind that their child is prepared for any situation when they're away at college," said Nachman.

On the top of the list is a multi-mode flashlight with a safety wand and lamp feature. The MAGLITE is the choice here.

"Being able to see in any condition is an important safety and security issue for any college student," said Scott Field, Global VP of Sales and Marketing at MAG Instrument. "College students don't always keep the most regular hours and whether it's coming back from a late night in the library or late night out with friends, a MAGLITE provides reliable lighting for any condition."

The complete list from the CollegeMagazine.com list of Top Ten Safety and Security Items for College Students includes:
- MAGLITE Flashlight
- Bullet Blocker Bulletproof Backpack
- GERBER Multi-Tool
- GERBER Tactical pen
- Emergency USB Charger
- Under Bed Dorm Safe
- Mace Pepper Spray
- Self Defense Whistle
- Zippo Lighter
- Trauma Kit

For the full article click here or go to https://www.collegemagazine.com/safety-security-items-college.

Learn more about MAGLITE at: http://MAGLITE.com/

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Pendo’s John Whitlow Wins HW Insiders Award

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. -- Pendo, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that John Whitlow, the company's vice president of operations and technology, has been named to the second annual HousingWire Insiders list.

According to HousingWire, the Insiders award recognizes "go-to" team members-the professionals that their companies turn to with their most important or challenging projects because their contributions and hard work lead to superior results. Winners are selected by HousingWire's editorial board, based on their contributions over the last 12 months.

Whitlow oversaw development and implementation of the technology that enabled Pendo to increase its monthly volume, with no degradation in client service levels. He also conceptualized and created the custom dashboard and performance report at the heart of Pendo's client scorecard program, which has proven to be a major differentiator for the company.

"John is a reflection of Pendo's core values-he is forward thinking and always looking to improve the process in a way that benefits our clients and partners," said Mike Peck, Pendo co-founder. "Like Pendo, he's that reliable partner who ensures things run the way they're supposed to while taking on new challenges as needed. He exemplifies who we are as a company."

This year's 33 winners represented various sectors of the housing economy, including residential mortgage lending, servicing, investing and real estate.

"The scale of our Insiders award this year is impressive with both its breadth and depth," said Jacob Gaffney, HousingWire Editor-In-Chief. "The talent on display here is unmistakable and the scope of the work our winners do day-in and day-out is a testament to their accomplishments. It's an honor for HousingWire to publish this award."

Whitlow has been with Pendo for five years, and has not only developed new methods for fulfilling the appraisal process, but also oversees their client success team. Under his guidance, Pendo's team members provide the consistently high client and partner service levels that have differentiated the company enough to produce a significant positive impact on the company's revenue and profits.

"I'm honored to receive the HW Insiders award, and to work with such dedicated, talented professionals," said Whitlow. "By receiving this award, I hope to help inspire other AMCs to create a process for making clients and vendors feel valued and appreciated. We have a wonderful opportunity in the appraisal sector to mend fences and formulate an industry that we're proud to be part of in the future."

About Pendo:
Pendo is a nationwide appraisal management company based in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The company was co-founded by two successful tech professionals, Jeff Sandman and Mike Peck, specifically to disrupt the appraisal management segment using advanced technology and severely elevated service standards. The company's proprietary QC technology boasts numerous unique features that assure the highest levels of quality and compliance, while also reducing wait times, elevating service levels, boosting client engagement, and minimizing redundant activities. Pendo was founded in 2009 and is licensed to conduct business in all 50 states.

For more information, visit https://www.pendomanagement.com/, email contact@pendomanagment.com or call 816 332 6627.

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Business, Free News Articles, Funding and Investment, Product Launches

Sparkle Coin, Inc. Launches Next Generation Cryptocurrency

CHICAGO, Ill. -- Sparkle Coin, Inc. today introduced its eponymous cryptocurrency, the first of its kind backed by diamonds, as the initial step toward the company's goal of creating more efficient global economic growth to promote societal advancement by developing a platform that brings cryptocurrencies into the mainstream business and consumer markets. Sparkle Coin (SparkleCOIN™) is a hybrid cryptocurrency possessing the best qualities of both PoW (Proof of Work) and PoS (Proof of Stake), providing rapid adoption through mining of Sparkle Coin as well as long-term sustainability through minting.

Founded by business and technology veterans, Sparkle Coin is designed to be a part of a new economic ecosphere, built on a solid foundation of proven business fundamentals essential for real-world transactions.

"Cryptocurrencies were always envisioned to revolutionize global financial markets and the way consumers and businesses transact," said Victor Wong, founder and CEO of Sparkle Coin, Inc. "Sparkle Coin bridges the gap between cryptocurrencies and traditional business by developing an economic ecosphere comprised of an asset-backed cryptocurrency, transacted through a powerful currency exchange, with an outward facing cryptocurrency payment gateway allowing virtually all merchants to accept cryptocurrency though an online shopping mall or directly on their own websites."

After the initial coin offering (ICO), Sparkle Coins can be transacted on VCoin Exchange, an advanced currency exchange that allows for trading with other cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies. VCoin Exchange also provides software and payment gateways for virtually any merchant to accept Sparkle Coin and other cryptocurrencies as payment for products and services.

Online shoppers can use their Sparkle Coins as well as other cryptocurrencies to purchase products directly from their favorite stores including Amazon, Walmart, Target, Toys R Us, Bed Bath & Beyond, Staples and more via VCoinMall.com, a front-end order management and payment processing service.

Together, Sparkle Coin, VCoin Exchange and VCoinMall.com make up a unique economic ecosphere that connects the latest blockchain technologies with existing business platforms and networks to drive adoption of cryptocurrencies for real business transactions.

"Cryptocurrencies have struggled in the past to be widely adopted because the technologies were still being developed and the necessary infrastructure was not in place yet," said David Chen, vice president of financial strategy, Sparkle Coin, Inc. "Sparkle coin represents the second generation of cryptocurrencies that will push through the barriers because it's already fully funded, asset-backed and easy to integrate with existing payment infrastructure."

Sparkle Coin's hybrid PoW and PoS algorithm is the latest technology for cryptocurrency, providing a rapid ramp up of miners and subsequently processing power for the network to create extremely powerful encryption and security, and accelerated transaction processing.

Sparkle Coin is the only company in the blockchain and cryptocurrency world to incorporate a fund set aside for the operation of the company for 100 years. In addition, the public will be able to mine for approximately 1,000 Sparkle Coins a day for the same 100-year period to further increase the size and stability of the network. This approach, along with minting, creates stability, longevity and managed growth.

At launch, each Sparkle Coin is backed by $5 worth of GIA certified diamonds, procured through established diamond wholesalers, which can be immediately redeemed the day after the Sparkle Coin ICO in increments of $500. By backing Sparkle Coin with diamonds, which have been shown to steadily increase in value over time more than other assets such as gold, early adopters have a safety net for their participation in this new economic ecosphere.

When the price of Sparkle Coin reaches $25 per coin, there will no longer be any need to back the coins with diamonds as the worth generated by the economy built around Sparkle Coin will have proven itself, thereby providing Sparkle Coin with its own intrinsic value five times greater than the initial price.

The Sparkle Coin ICO will occur at TechCrunch's Disrupt in San Francisco, Calif. on Sept. 20 at 1 p.m. PDT. Interested parties are encouraged to set up their pre-funding accounts at SparkleCoin.com in advance to purchase Sparkle Coins as soon as they are available.

For more information about Sparkle Coin and to create and pre-fund your account for the purchase of Sparkle Coins during the ICO, visit https://sparklecoin.com/.

About Sparkle Coin, Inc.:

Sparkle Coin, Inc. is a managed cryptocurrency company founded by business and technology veterans to rapidly increase adoption of and promote long-term sustainability of cryptocurrencies for real-world business transactions through a new economic ecosphere including Sparkle Coins; VCoin Exchange, a powerful currency exchange and VCoin Mall, an online marketplace that connects consumers with millions of online retailers. As the first cryptocurrency backed by diamonds, Sparkle Coin is a hybrid of PoW (Proof of Work) and PoS (Proof of Stake) software, providing rapid adoption through mining of Sparkle Coin as well as long-term sustainability through minting.

Disclaimer: While Sparkle Coin Group's model is intended on risk mitigation, investing in virtual currencies still involves a degree of risk. You should consider carefully the risks and uncertainties described on the SC website before deciding whether to purchase Sparkle Coin.

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Business, Free News Articles, Software

OpenClose Integrates with Timios to Automate the Calculation of Title Settlement Fees

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- OpenClose, a multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage software solutions provider, announced that it integrated with Timios, Inc., a national provider of title and settlement services to banks, financial institutions and mortgage lenders. The integration allows users to efficiently draw all title and settlement fees directly from within OpenClose's LenderAssist(TM) LOS, eliminating data entry, saving time and ensuring fees are fully accurate and TRID compliant.

Timios leads the title and settlement industry in pricing accuracy, successfully bringing the first RESPA compliant, free, instant guaranteed GFE calculator to market, and again delivering TRID compliance guaranteed pricing ahead of the industry. The company guarantees that all title settlement fees with Timios are disclosed accurately in the Loan Estimate (LE) for TRID compliance from the day of origination through the transmittal of the final disclosure to the consumer. OpenClose users can now leverage Timios' proprietary pricing engine, instantly and seamlessly populating all relevant information within its LOS.

"Timios is a natural fit with OpenClose, as our comprehensive solutions work very well together, providing transparency via their centralized fulfillment model to simplify the calculation of settlement fees," says Vince Furey, SVP of lending solutions at OpenClose. "Further, both of our customer support models are very hands-on and responsive, which is a significant attraction to our mutual customers."

Trevor Stoffer, CEO of Timios added, "Timios is proud to partner with OpenClose to deliver the best pricing solution to lending partners throughout the country. Like OpenClose, Timios has built a reputation as an industry leader for innovation, and OpenClose is a natural partner in driving transparency and simplification into real estate transactions. OpenClose users will never face another loss from mistakes because Timios' pricing data is instant, accurate, and guaranteed."

Timios, Inc. is a California-based corporation and the country's fastest growing title and settlement services company. Since its founding in 2008, Timios has serviced more than $30 billion in escrow closings and expanded into new markets throughout the country. In addition to fee calculations, Timios also offers a wide variety of title insurance products, escrow and settlement services, realtor and REO purchase, appraisal and valuation products and services.

OpenClose developed the mortgage industry's leading multi-channel, 100 percent web-based LOS that is

leveraged by small, medium and large mortgage bankers, banks, credit unions, conduit aggregators, and other lending entities. The enterprise-level solution completely automates all business channels and lending workflows. It is highly configurable, flexible, and scalable with swift, cost effective implementations.

About OpenClose:
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, OpenClose(R) is a leading enterprise-class, multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) mortgage software solutions provider that cost effectively delivers its platform on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) basis. The company provides a variety of 100 percent web-based solutions for lenders, banks, credit unions, and conduit aggregators. OpenClose's core solution, LenderAssist(TM), is comprehensive loan origination software that is completely engineered by OpenClose using the same code base from the ground up, thus avoiding the problems that often accompany assembling best-of-breed applications or acquiring disparate technologies in an effort to create an end-to-end platform. The company provides lending organizations with full control of their data and creates a truly seamless workflow for complete automation and compliance adherence. For more information, visit http://www.openclose.com/ or call (561) 655-6418.

About Timios:
Timios, Inc. is a national title, escrow and settlement services company providing technology-driven solutions to its lending partners since 2008. Timios (the Greek word for "Honest") was created to empower its employees, clients, and customers to achieve their goals by making real estate transactions as efficient, transparent, and simple as possible. In January 2010, Timios released the only no charge, comprehensive, guaranteed Closing Cost Calculator. Timios further enhanced its closing cost calculator in October of 2015 to incorporate new requirements for TRID. Leveraging this technology along with a proprietary service model,

Timios has created a first class, integrated solution; improving the experience for all parties in a real estate transaction. Today, Timios, Inc. is licensed in 42 states and DC for title insurance and settlement services. Timios is based in Westlake Village, California with additional offices in Texas, Northern California, and Pennsylvania. Contact sales@timios.com today to learn more about how Timios can help enhance the service experience for you and your clients. For more information on Timios, visit https://www.timios.com/.

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Multiple Central Valley California Cities Enter into Agreements with 5 Bars to Accelerate and Enhance Small Cell Wireless Coverage

IRVINE, Calif. -- 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of Merced, the City of Tulare and the City of Ripon.

All these cities are located in the Central Valley, California's single most productive agricultural region. 5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with these Cities to begin marketing their assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of these cities to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout their cities.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for each City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for these Cities to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

About the City of Merced:
Merced is located approximately 110 miles southeast of San Francisco, and has a population of about 82,500. The economy has traditionally relied upon agribusiness and upon the presence of Castle Air Force Base.

About the City of Tulare:
Tulare is located eight miles south of Visalia and sixty miles north of Bakersfield, and has a population of about 62,700. The city's mission statement is: "To promote a quality of life making Tulare the most desirable community in which to live, learn, play, work, worship and prosper."

About the City of Ripon:
The City of Ripon is a relatively small and charming community, where the Quality of Life shines like a small jewel in the middle of California's central San Joaquin Valley.

About 5 Bars Communities:
5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities is headquartered in Irvine, California. A premier provider of small cell wireless marketing plans, engineering services and comprehensive wireless strategies for cities and municipalities. For more information, please visit http://xgcommunities.com/.

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Alliances and Partnerships, Business, Free News Articles

Spectrum Mortgage Holdings Partners with Mid America Mortgage to Purchase eNotes

ADDISON, Texas -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced today that Spectrum Mortgage Holdings has signed on as an eWarehouse line provider for Mid America's eCorrespondent division. Through this partnership, Spectrum will offer lower net worth requirements (*see note 1). on warehouse lines and purchase eNotes from qualified emerging mortgage bankers approved as Mid America eCorrespondent sellers.

"eMortgages provide an avenue for brokers to become mortgage bankers without incurring the crippling overhead of a traditional, paper-based mortgage process, but lack of liquidity for eNotes has been one of the major roadblocks to more widespread eMortgage adoption," said Mid America Owner and CEO Jeff Bode. "Our partnership with Spectrum Mortgage Holdings eliminates that barrier."

Spectrum will not require Mid America eCorrespondents to possess net worth or cash liquidity requirements beyond their respective states' minimum, enabling many more aspiring mortgage bankers to participate in the emerging eMortgage market.

Additional benefits of a Spectrum eWarehouse line include:
* No personal guarantees;
* No leverage covenants; and
* No negative interest carry.

"Thanks to Spectrum Mortgage Holdings, and partners like them, Mid America eCorrespondents can clear their warehouse lines in as little as one day after funding," Bode added. "Since the resulting notes are electronic, the warehouse bank is able to receive and collateralize the note in seconds, allowing our eCorrespondents to turn over their lines faster and, essentially, do more with less."

For more information on Mid America's eCorrespondent program, visit http://mamcorrespondent.com/ecorrespondent/.

About Mid America Mortgage, Inc.:
Mid America Mortgage, Inc., Addison, Texas, is a multi-state, full-service mortgage lender serving consumers and mortgage originators through its retail, wholesale and correspondent channels. In operation since 1940, Mid America has thrived by retaining its entrepreneurial spirit and leading the market in innovation, most recently with its adoption of electronic mortgage closings (eClosings) and promissory notes (eNotes). We offer a wide range of residential home loan programs to meet the needs of most home buyers and homeowners and are also the nation's leading provider of Section 184 home loans for Native Americans.

Mid America is looking for tech-savvy, service-oriented mortgage professionals to join its growing team. We are dedicated to providing our employees with industry-leading tools and technology to deliver a great package of competitive pricing, programs and knowledgeable service. Want to join our team? Visit http://www.midamericacareer.com/.

Additional information about Mid America Mortgage, Inc. can be found on the company's website at http://www.midamericamortgage.com/about/.

Twitter: @midamericamtge

*(Note 1) - Net worth requirements will vary based on individual states' minimum net worth requirements for mortgage bankers.

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VLP Law Group Announces the Return of David Jargiello as Partner and General Counsel

PALO ALTO, Calif. -- VLP Law Group LLP is pleased to announce that David Jargiello has rejoined the firm as a partner in the Corporate Practice Group and the firm's General Counsel. Mr. Jargiello is a business transactional lawyer with more than 25 years' experience in San Francisco and Silicon Valley primarily representing venture capital funds, professional service firms and legal technology companies in complex corporate finance, corporate securities, fiduciary duty and risk management matters.

Mr. Jargiello is among the most experienced law firm general counsel in the country, and as such writes, speaks and consults frequently on the spectrum of professional and business matters that confront lawyers and law firms.

He is a current member of the State Bar of California's Committee on Professional Liability Insurance and a former member of its Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct.

Mr. Jargiello was instrumental in working with VLP's founders in the structure and formation of the firm in 2008. Since then he has continued to counsel VLP on professional responsibility, risk management and partnership matters from his own extensive solo platform. As a partner at VLP, Mr. Jargiello will continue in that role, as well as engage in a business transactional practice and a practice focused on the law governing lawyers.

"David is a valued counselor and colleague and I am very pleased that he will continue in that role as a partner and our General Counsel. We are also excited to add a Professional Responsibility and Risk Management Practice Group at VLP, which David will lead," said Cathryn Chinn, CEO of VLP Law Group LLP.

In addition to practicing law, Mr. Jargiello serves as an Adjunct Professor and Assistant Director of Business Law and Entrepreneurship at Golden Gate University where he teaches Securities Regulation, Venture Capital Financing, Transactional Drafting, and Professional Responsibility. He is also a Venture Partner at Flywheel Ventures, a seed and early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

"VLP was among the very first national, virtual platforms for the practice of law, and in my opinion it has developed some of the most sophisticated practice management, risk management and technological tools in the legal industry today. It is my honor to rejoin my colleagues and partners at VLP," noted Mr. Jargiello.

About VLP:
Founded in 2008, VLP is a business and transactional law firm that delivers top quality legal services from experienced attorneys through an efficient platform. The firm has a broad practice, reaching across many industry sectors, including high tech, life sciences, clean tech, retail, consumer products, edtech, and real estate. VLP has continued its strong growth, and is made up of noted attorneys with significant experience who believe VLP's unique, client-oriented model is the best platform for their practice. Our partners are regularly recognized by their peers as outstanding attorneys, and the firm has been recognized as a top company for its promotion of quality of life in the workplace.

VLP partners represent clients that vary in size from individual executives and early-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our clients include public and private corporations, venture capital investors, private equity funds, educational institutions and companies, nonprofits and individuals. We provide general corporate, licensing, contract, intellectual property protection and counseling, securities regulation, financing, merger and acquisition, real estate, commercial lending, tax, employment and other legal services.

More information: https://www.vlplawgroup.com/.

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Advertising and Marketing, Free News Articles, Webinars

Music Entrepreneur Mia A. Irizarry Launches TrendCulprit’s ‘Music as a Business Telesummit’ Featuring Renowned Industry Specialists

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Mia A. Irizarry, a successful music entrepreneur and the CEO of TrendCulprit, an online music business and support portal for independent artists, has gathered some of the industry's most brilliant minds to discuss their views, techniques and secrets to the business. Their insightful presentations will be revealed September 5 through September 25 as TrendCulprit hosts the innovative "Music as a Business Telesummit."

The telesummit will release a new online interview daily for 21 days from top music industry professionals, including producers, publishers, agents and artists. All aspects of the music business, from songwriting to publishing to distribution and marketing will be covered. The free interview series is available by signing up at http://trendculprit.com/telesummit/.

The panel of experts will include, among many: Ritch Esra, former Director of West Coast A&R for Arista Records; Foster V. Corder, former Director of Music Video Production for Capital Records; Eric De Fontenay, international music promoter and founder of Music Dish; Alonzo Williams, the "Godfather of West Coast Hip Hop" recently seen on HBO's "The Defiant Ones" series; and Alexia Erlichman, co-founder of Music Gorilla.

"TrendCulprit recognizes the ongoing needs of bands and performing artists as they navigate their careers, so we are beyond excited to offer this free 'Music as a Business Telesummit' to indie artists!" cites Irizarry. "It is a valuable platform for not only information but also serves as a beneficial resource for services and service providers. The specialists who participated in the summit are veterans who share insights that can alter the course of an artist's musical journey. This telesummit will be a game changer for artists and performers."

About Mia A. Irizarry:
Mia A. Irizarry is a Puerto Rican, certified global business practitioner, a music and apparel entrepreneur, a front-end web developer and a renown international dancer living in Los Angeles' Venice Beach. In 2012, Mia founded Trend Culprit, a digital music marketing agency, providing musicians around the world with innovative music marketing, promotion and exposure. She is supported by a team of pioneering global thinkers. Mia has over 19 years of experience in the performing business, touring yearly, around the world with established dance companies.

For the full listing and itinerary of speakers for TrendCulprit's "Music as a Business Telesummit" go to http://trendculprit.com/telesummit/.

For more information on TrendCulprit, go to http://trendculprit.com/.

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