Austin Business
FirstClose Strengthens Sales Team with Industry Veterans to Support Growth in Home Equity Lending
AUSTIN, Texas — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced the expansion of its sales organization with the addition of four accomplished industry sales professionals. These new team members bring deep industry experience and proven track records that will support the company’s continued growth in home equity lending….
Home equity fintech FirstClose promotes Andria Lightfoot to vice president of client success
AUSTIN, Texas — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today the promotion of Andria Lightfoot to vice president of client success. In her new role, Lightfoot will join the sales and revenue organization and be responsible for implementation and customer success strategy….
FirstClose CEO Tedd Smith named 2025 HousingWire Vanguard
AUSTIN, Texas — FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today that co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Tedd Smith has been named a 2025 HousingWire Vanguard….
Velocity Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Southwest Austin Branch
AUSTIN, Texas — Velocity Credit Union is proud to announce the official groundbreaking of its newest branch, located at the southeast corner of Davis Lane and Brodie Lane in Southwest Austin. This expansion reflects the credit union’s continued commitment to serving its growing membership and delivering convenient, modern financial services to communities across Central Texas….
Shaun Simms of FirstClose named 2025 HousingWire Insider
AUSTIN, Texas — FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today that Shaun Simms, Director of the Project Management Office (PMO), has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program….
FirstClose’s SVP of HR Katie Smith named 2025 HousingWire Woman of Influence
AUSTIN, Texas — FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced its Senior Vice President of Human Resources Katie Smith has been named a 2025 HousingWire Woman of Influence. The national award recognizes her exceptional leadership, commitment to company culture and impact on the fintech and mortgage lending industry….
Autocraft Bodywerks’ New 23,000 sq. ft. Bee Cave | 71 West Location Is Officially Open for Business!
AUSTIN, Texas — Autocraft Bodywerks is proud to announce the opening of its fourth state-of-the-art collision repair center, located on State Highway 71 in Spicewood, Texas. This new 23,000-square-foot facility has achieved I-CAR Gold Class status and is proudly sponsored by BMW of South Austin and Audi of South Austin, as it works toward becoming the only BMW and Audi-certified collision repair center in the area. The company’s expanded footprint, led by Manager Robbie Mulderrig will better serve customers in West Austin, Westlake, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Spicewood, and the surrounding communities….
Zeteo Biomedical Secures Global Patents for Nasal and Ophthalmic Drug Delivery Device Innovations
CEDAR PARK, Texas — Zeteo Biomedical, a privately held biomedical device company, today announced the issuance of new patents in the United States and European Union for its advanced drug delivery technologies. The patents, titled “Cartridge Devices for Administration of a Medicament” (U.S. Patent No. 12329949) and “Hand-Operated Devices for Administration of a Medicament” (EU Patent No. 3946526), further strengthen Zeteo’s ZTech™ delivery platform portfolio for the administration of drugs and biologics via nasal, ophthalmic, and sublingual routes….
Tune into Timeless Elegance: The Retro Radio Collection by Vooglam
AUSTIN, Texas — Vooglam invites you to dial back to a golden era of charm and sophistication with the Retro Eyewear Collection. Evoking the spirit of classic airwaves and vintage soundscapes, this collection harmonizes the timeless beauty of the past with today’s contemporary flair. Designed for those who believe that true style never goes out of fashion, these frames are a perfect tribute to an era when every detail mattered….
System4 Expands Further in Texas, Opens Austin Office
AUSTIN, Texas — System4 Facility Services Management (“System4”), a leading company in facility management solutions that specializes in customized commercial cleaning, disinfection and repair and maintenance services announced that a new office has opened in Austin, Texas. System4 of Austin will be servicing Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Travis and Williamson Counties….