California Business
BlackFin Group Officially Launches Financial Services Consulting Practice
IRVINE, Calif. — BlackFin Group – a boutique-style consulting firm focused on mortgage banking and financial services – announced that it has formally launched operations with the goal of bringing a unique method to projects that drastically deviates from the way traditional consulting practices work with clients….
MQMR Hires Mortgage Compliance Executive Jeff Christensen as Vice President of Sales
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Mortgage Quality Management and Research, LLC (MQMR) announced today that it has hired Jeff Christensen as Vice President of Sales. In this role, Christensen will be responsible for leading sales, driving new business opportunities and expanding awareness of the MQMR brand in the market….
One Night Only: Oleta Adams and David Benoit Benefit Concert
TORRANCE, Calif. — The Asia America Symphony Association (AASA) presents a Benefit Concert for youth in arts featuring internationally acclaimed vocalist, Oleta Adams on Saturday, June 29, 2019. Oleta will be joined by Music Director, Pianist and Conductor, David Benoit, and members of the Asia America Youth Symphony Orchestra (AAYS)….
Bank of Southern California NA Announces First Quarter 2019 Results and Reports Growth Amidst Expansion
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Bank of Southern California, N.A. (OTC Pink: BCAL / OTCMKTS:BCAL) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2019. Total assets grew to $769 million for the first quarter of 2019, a 47% increase compared to the first quarter of 2018. Quarterly net income increased 72% to $1.85 million compared to $1.07 million in Q1 of 2018. Total loans ended the quarter at $629 million and total deposits were $636 million….
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. Announces 2019 Communications Campaign for U.S. Audience
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. is pleased to announce its 2019 communications program for the United States. The Consorzio of vine-growers, winemaking companies and bottlers from Italy’s Conegliano Valdobbiadene, which was established to safeguard the standards of what eventually became the D.O.C.G. criteria in crafting wines of the highest quality and distinct provenance, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the appellation….
EPIC Acquires Book of Business of Brokers Insurance Mart, Inc. (BIM)
LIVERMORE, Calif. — EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it acquired in an asset sale the book of business of Brokers Insurance Mart, Inc. (BIM) on April 15, 2019….
Legacy Global Development Offering a Special $100,000 Discount to Buyers of Its Brand New, Beachfront Condos at Orchid Bay, Belize
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Legacy Global Development today announced they are offering a $100,000 discount to buyers who reserve a Beachfront Condo in Tower-C at Orchid Bay, Belize. Interested buyers can also save $500 when booking a Discovery Stay, which is a 4-day, 3-night vacation to view the property and experience the Orchid Bay community and Belize, firsthand….
NotaryCam and Milo Credit Team Up To Complete International Remote Online Closing Transaction
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — NotaryCam(R), the pioneering leader in online notarization and original provider of mortgage eClosing solutions, today announced that it has partnered with Milo Credit to complete the lender’s first remote online closing (ROC) transaction….
Mortgage Capital Trading Bolsters Executive Management Team with Addition of Leslie Winick as Chief Strategy Officer
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT), a leading mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, announced that Leslie Winick has joined the company as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). In this newly created position, Ms. Winick will play an integral role in helping MCT hone its strategic direction, further increase market share, manage rapid growth, and delight clients….
New Online Voice Casting Platform Launched by Voice Force Gets High Marks by Industry Pros
BURBANK, Calif. — A new online casting platform and production management tool – VoiceForce.net – aimed at the $15 billion voice-over market, has been launched by Voice Force, a small group of voice industry professionals headquartered in Burbank, California….