Local Business DTOCS LLC Wins KeyBank’s Key4Women 2024 Women-Owned Business Pitch Contest in Partnership With Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO), and the Portland Thorns FC

October 11, 2024 12:30 PM

10 Oregon and SW Washington start-up and existing women-owned businesses competed for $50,000 in awardsPORTLAND, WA / ACCESSWIRE / October 11, 2024 / KeyBank'sKey4Women program, Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO), and the Portland Thorns FC announced that local business, DTOCS LLC, is the winner of a business pitch contest for women-owned businesses (WOBs) located in Oregon and SW Washington. The event was held October 10th at Providence...

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New Jobs, New Beginnings: Regions Foundation Unveils Major Workforce Development Grant

October 11, 2024 9:30 AM

Funding for STRIVE Birmingham designed to connect more people with cutting-edge training and successful careers.By Veleka FinchBIRMINGHAM, AL / ACCESSWIRE / October 11, 2024 / The Regions Foundation announced a $150,000 grant supporting education and workforce development opportunities provided by STRIVE Birmingham.Launched in 2023, STRIVE Birmingham follows a nationally recognized model of delivering both job training and wraparound services....

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Fractal Partners With Command Alkon to Revolutionize Payments for the Heavy Building Materials Industry

October 11, 2024 8:00 AM

Command Alkon is teaming up with Fractal Pay to power the most seamless and secure payment process for businesses via its Cloud Dispatch platform.CINCINNATI, OH / ACCESSWIRE / October 11, 2024 / Fractal, Inc, a leading payment solution for platforms that serve the construction industry, has partnered with Command Alkon, the leading software and solutions provider for the heavy building materials, to revolutionize payment acceptance via Command...

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XLB ETF Highlights Its Strategic Holdings Amid Potential Increase In Global Activity

October 11, 2024 7:40 AM

The Fed started cutting rates in September in an attempt to spur economic activity. China has done the same with both monetary and fiscal easing. If successful, these moves could impact global demand for economically sensitive sectors like materials. Investors interested in this opportunity may want to consider the Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLB), an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that offers targeted exposure to the materials...

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Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (TPZ) Declares Monthly Distribution

October 10, 2024 4:55 PM

Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE:TPZ) today declared the October monthly distribution of $0.105 per share payable on Oct. 31, 2024, to shareholders of record on Oct. 24, 2024.You should not draw any conclusions about TPZ's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of TPZ's distribution policy.TPZ estimates that it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains;...

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Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. Announces Increase in Quarterly Cash Dividend to $0.36 per Share

October 10, 2024 4:45 PM

Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (OTCQX:TYCB), parent company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank, announced the Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per share for the third quarter of 2024 which is an increase of $0.01 per share, compared to the prior quarter. This dividend is payable on October 31, 2024 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 21, 2024.###About Calvin B. Taylor Bank Calvin B....

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RevUpX: Innovative Zero-Fee Credit Card Processing Firm Takes Off

October 10, 2024 11:35 AM

GLENCOVE, NY / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / RevUp Transactions (RevUpX), a dynamic new player in the merchant services industry, has been shifting into high gear since its summer launch. The company specializes in delivering tailored credit card processing solutions designed to meet the unique needs of underserved auto dealerships.Founded by industry veteran Joe Doyle, RevUpX offers compliant Zero-Fee Credit Card Processing, enabling...

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Insurtech Mylo Partners with the International Franchise Association to Bring Insurance to 1,000 Emerging Franchises

October 10, 2024 11:30 AM

KANSAS CITY, MO / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / Insurtech leader Mylo today announced its membership in the International Franchise Association (IFA), the world's largest franchising membership organization with 60+ years of experience advancing franchisors, franchisees and franchise suppliers. As an insurance supplier partner, Mylo will offer expert insurance solutions to approximately 1,000 emerging franchises in early-stage growth across...

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PB Financial Corporation Reports Record Third Quarter 2024 Earnings

October 10, 2024 10:20 AM

ROCKY MOUNT, NC / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / Ted E. Whitehurst, President and CEO of PB Financial Corporation (OTCQX:PBNC), the holding company (the "Company") for Providence Bank, reported net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, of $4.60 million compared to $3.10 million for the same period in 2023, an increase of 48.45%. For the nine-month period ended September 30, 2024, net income available...

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ALKEME Acquires Sarrica Insurance Group

October 10, 2024 10:15 AM

ALKEME expands Northeast footprint with latest acquisitionLADERA RANCH, CA / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / ALKEME, a Top 35 Insurance Brokerage, announced the acquisition of Sarrica Insurance Group, a Franklin Square, New York-based full-service insurance agency. This strategic move further strengthens ALKEME's growing footprint in the Northeast region and enhances its specialized offerings in key niche markets.ALKEME Acquires Sarrica...

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U.S. Bank Goals Coaches Offer Advice To Help College Students Hit Their Targets

October 10, 2024 10:00 AM

The coaches cover topics today's students are asking about the mostNORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / U.S. Bank Holly KiersteadOriginally published on U.S. Bank company blogWhile U.S. Bank has goals coaches who serve clients at all stages in life, some coaches focus on helping students at colleges and universities across the country. With the new school year getting into swing, here are tips from those coaches on dealing with the...

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Most Impactful’s Research Recognizes the Top 100 Banks Leveraging AI

October 10, 2024 10:00 AM

Most Impactful, a groundbreaking research initiative, announced the findings of its report, Most Impactful Banks: AI. This work has identified the top 100 banks, credit unions, and non-bank financial institutions in North America making a strategic commitment to new technology through their use of traditional and generative AI. The list includes leading megabanks, regional banks, community financial institutions, and digital-first banks.Most...

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More Americans are Living Paycheck to Paycheck Despite Increased Budgeting

October 10, 2024 9:45 AM

More Americans Are Barely Making Ends MeetFORT LAUDERDALE, FL / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / Debt.com's 2024 budgeting survey, which polled 1,000 Americans, paints a complex financial picture. Although a growing number of people are adopting budgeting practices and recognizing the benefits of avoiding debt, the percentage of individuals managing with just enough each month has increased by 10% over the last two years. In 2022 and 2023, 50% of...

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Community Awards and Appearance by ABC's Ginger Zee Highlight KeyBank's Annual Key4Women Forum in Albany, NY

October 10, 2024 9:30 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 10, 2024 / KeyBank:Annual event brings local women and entrepreneurs together to network and inspire each otherKeyBank's Key4Women Capital Region Chapter held its annual forum on Wednesday October 18th at the Marriott Albany. Ginger Zee, Chief Meteorologist for ABC News, author and mental health advocate shared her inspiring story about how she overcame difficult mental health challenges to become the first...

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Direxion Unveils Broadcom and Micron Technologies Single Stock Leveraged and Inverse ETFs

October 10, 2024 9:30 AM

One week after the launch of four additional Single Stock Leveraged and Inverse ETFs, Direxion, a leading provider of tradeable ETFs, today announced bringing two more semiconductor pairs to market. The four new funds allow active traders to obtain magnified, or inverse, exposure to the daily performance of the common stock of Broadcom Inc., or Micron Technologies Inc., through either the Direxion Daily AVGO Bull 2X Shares (Ticker:AVL) and...

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TruMix Advisors Welcomes Kevin O’Laughlin: A New Chapter in Guiding Clients to Financial Success and Purpose

October 9, 2024 5:00 PM

MINNEAPOLIS, MN / ACCESSWIRE / October 9, 2024 / TruMix Advisors is thrilled to announce the addition of Kevin O'Laughlin, an experienced financial advisor, to our team. With over 25 years of expertise in comprehensive financial planning and investment management, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and has a proven track record of helping families make informed financial decisions that align with their personal values. Kevin O'Laughlin headshotA...

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V&A Capital Completes the Sale of Precision Kidd Steel Co., Inc.

October 9, 2024 1:27 PM

V&A Capital ("V&A") is pleased to announce that it has sold its portfolio company Precision Kidd Steel Co., Inc. ("PK" or the "Company") to the Jade Steel Group, a large strategic buyer actively involved in steel wire and bar machining and distribution.Headquartered in Aliquippa, PA, Precision Kidd Steel was founded in 1885 and currently has manufacturing operations in Aliquippa and Clinton, PA. The Company is a leading producer of close...

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Aegis Capital Corp. acted as Exclusive Placement Agent on an $8.2 Million Private Placement for SOBR Safe, Inc. (NASDAQ:SOBR)

October 9, 2024 11:30 AM

Aegis Capital Corp. acted as Exclusive Placement Agent on an $8.2 Million Private Placement for SOBR Safe, Inc. (NASDAQ:SOBR).About SOBR Safe, Inc.SOBR Safe, Inc., a hardware and software company, develops non-invasive alcohol detection, biometric identity verification, and real-time cloud-based alerts and reporting systems in North America. The company provides SOBRcheck, a stationary identification and alcohol monitoring product; and SOBRsure,...

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AB: Materiality Check: The Next Stage of ESG and Responsible Investing

October 9, 2024 9:40 AM

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues continue to raise big questions for investment firms and clients. We think the future will be defined by a focus on material issues and changing client needs.NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 9, 2024 / AllianceBernsteinErin Bigley, CFA | Chief Responsibility OfficerResponsible investing has been on a pendulum. Enthusiasm for incorporating ESG issues in investment strategies has given way to...

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KeyBank's West Valley Branch Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with a $10,000 Grant to Comunidades Unidas

October 9, 2024 9:30 AM

SALT LAKE CITY, UT / ACCESSWIRE / October 9, 2024 / KeyBank commemorated the one-year anniversary of its West Valley City branch recently, with a celebration that included a variety of sweepstakes, networking, a visit from a Real Salt Lake player, family activities and a $10,000 grant to support the mission of Comunidades Unidas.Founded in 1999, Comunidades Unidas is focused on supporting Latinx immigrants in Utah by connecting them to social...

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