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OneDosh Raises $3M Pre-Seed to Build the Global Stablecoin Payment Rails

OneDosh has raised a $3M pre-seed to build stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure that enables fast, borderless money movement. Founded in February 2025 and live in the U.S. and Nigeria, OneDosh lets users send money cross-border, store value in stablecoins, and spend globally via Visa, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. The team is building core stablecoin rails to power the future of global payments, with funding accelerating expansion, liquidity, and key hires. - January 29, 2026 - OneDosh

Cal Coast Cares Foundation to Award Over $160,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

The Cal Coast Cares Foundation has begun accepting applications for its next round of college scholarships for local students. The application period runs through March 20. The nonprofit foundation will award scholarships of up to $2,000 to deserving college students, graduating high school... - January 29, 2026 - California Coast Credit Union

Amy Suzanne Upchurch Recognized by USA Today as One of “The Influential Entrepreneurs of 2026”

Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder + CEO of Pink Stork, has been recognized by USA Today as one of The Influential Entrepreneurs of 2026 for her leadership in women’s wellness. The feature traces her journey from serious pregnancy-related health challenges to building a nationally recognized women’s wellness brand rooted in empathy, trust, and service, now supporting women across all ages and stages while creating meaningful social impact. - January 29, 2026 - Pink Stork

P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Introduces New Members

E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) announces its new Women of Empowerment members. This distinguished group of women have been chosen for membership based on their outstanding achievements and contributions in their respective fields. About The Newest Women Of... - January 29, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Sudi A. Mohamud Honored as a Woman of the Month for December 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Sudi A. Mohamud of Apple Valley, Minnesota, has been named a Woman of the Month for December 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). Chosen for her outstanding work as an author, counselor, and community leader, she will be featured in the Winter 2026 issue... - January 29, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Spencer S. Throckmorton Recognized as an Honored Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Spencer S. Throckmorton of New York, New York, has been named an Honored Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide, recognizing decades of leadership, expertise, and influence in the international art sector. About Spencer S. Throckmorton Spencer S. Throckmorton is the president of Throckmorton... - January 29, 2026 - Strathmore Worldwide

Ella Rivkin Featured in Luxury Miami Magazine for Her Strategic Approach to Tax Planning and Wealth Protection

The ERPS Group CEO shares insights on navigating Miami’s unique tax landscape and why strategy—not income alone—determines long-term financial success. - January 29, 2026 - ERPS Group

DiTommaso Lubin PC Opens New Practice Groups to Represent Closely Held Businesses and Car Dealerships and to Defend Libel Cases

DiTommaso Lubin, P.C. announced today that it has formally launched a series of specialized practice groups designed to serve car dealerships, closely held and family businesses, media and internet clients, and high net worth individuals with both litigation and transactional needs. - January 28, 2026 - DiTommaso Lubin PC

Empirical Productions Launches EMPIQ, an AI Platform Built Specifically for OOH and Experiential Marketing

Empirical Productions today announced the official launch of EMPIQ, a proprietary AI-powered managed service developed exclusively for its clients and purpose-built for Out-of-Home (OOH) and experiential marketing. Backed by more than 25 years of award-winning creative, production, and real-world... - January 28, 2026 - Empirical Productions

Neen Launches Lined Up Lip Liners, Pro-Precision Essentials by Stila Founder Jeanine Lobell

Neen introduces Lined Up Lip Liners, a new collection of high-performance, long-wear lip liners created by legendary makeup artist and Stila founder Jeanine Lobell. Designed for effortless precision, the liners deliver true-to-tone, cool-neutral color in a single swipe with a nourishing, transfer-resistant formula. Housed in an innovative, eco-conscious Sulapac barrel, the collection blends professional artistry, clean performance, and sustainable design in a modern everyday essential. - January 28, 2026 - Neen

Vivage-Beecan Hosts Annual Holiday Celebration for Residents Across Its Network

Vivage-Beecan hosted its 16th Annual Resident Holiday Celebration, welcoming more than 200 residents from communities across its network. Held at the PPA Event Center in Denver, the pajama-themed event emphasized accessibility, participation, and connection through coordinated transportation, staff support, shared dining, and music. Comparable celebrations were also hosted locally for communities outside the Denver metro area. - January 28, 2026 - Vivage-Beecan

"Say YES to You and Your Business Summit" Helps High-Achieving Women Reclaim Clarity and Work-Life Harmony

Always saying yes, carrying it all, and quietly burning out—many high-achieving women feel trapped by success. The "Say YES to You and Your Business Summit" on May 14, 2026, hosted by The Regent in Riverview, FL, helps entrepreneurs and professional women release people-pleasing, set guilt-free boundaries, and restore work-life harmony. Guests arrive in best-dressed business PJs (makeup optional), leave with clarity and tools for aligned success. - January 28, 2026 - Women's Successful Living

Life Cube Unveils the YURTi™ Shelter: the Ultimate Defense Against Cold-Weather Power Grid Failure

Life Cube Introduces Insulated Emergency Shelter for Cold-Weather Use Life Cube Inc. announced Tuesday the launch of the YURTi, a portable, insulated shelter designed to mitigate hypothermia risks during winter power outages and travel emergencies. The unit is engineered to maintain internal... - January 28, 2026 - Life Cube, Inc.

Advanta Trust Company Launches as Nationwide Custodian for Self‑Directed IRAs and Tax‑Advantaged Accounts

Advanta Trust Company, Inc., a newly established Nevada‑licensed retail trust company, is proud to announce its formal launch as a dedicated custodian for self‑directed IRAs and other tax‑sheltered retirement and savings plans. Built to serve clients of Advanta IRA, Advanta Trust offers secure, IRS‑compliant custodial services for account holders across all 50 states and around the world. - January 28, 2026 - Advanta IRA

Association of Bridal Consultants’ Accredited Wedding Planner™ Designation Officially Trademarked

The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the world’s largest professional association for wedding planners, proudly announces that its Accredited Wedding Planner™ (AWP™) designation has been officially registered and approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). - January 28, 2026 - Association of Bridal Consultants

CanVeer Biopharma Accepted Into Prestigious Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) Program to Advance IP Strategy for Neonatal Therapy

CanVeer has been accepted into the highly competitive & prestigious Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) Program. Through IPON CanVeer is eligible to receive up to CAD $300,000 in lifetime funding (on an 80% cost-share basis) to strengthen its intellectual property portfolio for its lead asset AlveoShield™. The program also grants access to expert advisory services in IP strategy, commercialization, training, and portfolio development. - January 28, 2026 - CanVeer Biopharma Inc.

Self Storage Opens with Professional Management in Dallas, Georgia

Local owners of Alpha Omega Store All proudly announce the acquisition of the self-storage facility at 505 Jimmy Campbell Parkway, Dallas, GA 30157. This facility, managed by Absolute Storage Management (Absolute), features 540 units totaling 71,060 rentable square feet. It offers safe and secure... - January 28, 2026 - Absolute Storage Management

Rosario S. Cassata, a Philanthropist and Trustee of the Cassata Foundation, Contributes LifeVac Airway Clearance Devices to YMCAs in Florida

Rosario S. Cassata, Philanthropist and Trustee of The Cassata Foundation, announced the donation of 175 LifeVac airway clearance devices every YMCA location within the State of Florida. - January 27, 2026 - The Cassata Foundation

Cal Coast Credit Union Awarded Platinum Well Workplace® Award

California Coast Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Platinum Well Workplace Award by the Wellness Alliance, recognizing the credit union as one of the nation’s healthiest workplaces. The award certifies that Cal Coast has met the highest standards of wellness... - January 27, 2026 - California Coast Credit Union

Trafficmind Expands Swiss Tier-1 Network for Sub-10ms DDoS Mitigation Across Europe

Trafficmind today announced a significant expansion of its Swiss-based Tier-1 network footprint, strengthening its ability to deliver sub-10 ms latency DDoS mitigation and application-layer protection to customers across Europe. The expansion integrates additional Tier-1 carrier connectivity and... - January 27, 2026 - Trafficmind

Bad Juju Golf Selected for Men’s Apparel Segment on Golf Channel at the 2026 PGA Show

Bad Juju Golf, a family-owned golf and lifestyle brand founded in 2024 and launched in 2025, is featured among a select group of brands in the Men’s Apparel segment on Golf Channel at the 2026 PGA Show. The segment highlights the brand’s elevated men’s performance apparel designed to transition seamlessly on and off the course. - January 27, 2026 - Bad Juju Golf

Armor-Iimak Announces the Appointment of Alejandro Cuomo to Vice President, NA Sales

Armor-Iimak is pleased to announce the appointment of Alejandro Cuomo as Vice President, North America Sales, effective December 22, 2025. Alejandro has been a driving force for their company's success in Latin America since joining in October 2001. From launching their business in the... - January 27, 2026 - Armor-Iimak

mameon Launches MVP to Democratize Storytelling for Startups and SMBs

AI-powered platform founded at Stanford GSB enables businesses to create, distribute, and optimize full marketing campaigns in minutes. - January 27, 2026 - mameon

Westinghouse Electronics Launches Official E-Commerce Store in Mexico

Trustworthy global brand brings affordable 4K Roku Smart TVs and Dolby Atmos soundbars to Mexican consumers with free nationwide shipping Offering Smart TVs starting at very affordable pricing. - January 27, 2026 - Westinghouse Electronics México

Mods Strengthens Global RiskOps Support for Digital Platforms Facing Fraud, Chargebacks, and Operational Scale

Mods provides specialized Risk Operations support for digital platforms operating at scale, combining fraud prevention, chargeback management, trust and safety, and operational monitoring. Working with marketplaces, subscription platforms, fintechs, and high-risk online businesses, Mods helps teams reduce risk exposure while maintaining operational continuity. The company operates 24/7 across time zones, supporting international clients with structured, SLA-driven workflows. - January 27, 2026 - Mods

Digital Media Solutions Appoints Robert Perine as Head of Product to Lead Next Phase of Platform Growth

Digital Media Solutions (DMS) announced the appointment of Robert Perine as Head of Product. Perine brings more than 20 years of product leadership experience and will lead product strategy across DMS technology and data platforms as the company enters its next phase of growth. - January 26, 2026 - Digital Media Solutions, LLC

Heroic Kids Safety Game to Protect Millions of Children from Bullies and "Villains"

CJ Scarlet, nationally recognized kid safety crusader, sexual abuse survivor, and the “Badass Grandma,” has launched a $350,000 crowdfunding campaign to build the Heroic Kids Safety Game app, designed to empower children ages 5 to 18 to avoid bullies and “villains” before... - January 26, 2026 - Badass Grandma Ventures LLC

Trinity Junk Removal Inc. Expands Professional Junk Removal Services in Tampa, FL

Trinity Junk Removal Inc announces the expansion of its professional junk removal services from Riverview, FL to Tampa, FL. The company now offers reliable residential and commercial junk removal, cleanouts, and eco-friendly disposal solutions to homeowners and businesses across the Tampa area, ensuring fast service, transparent pricing, and customer satisfaction. - January 26, 2026 - Trinity Junk Removal Inc.

Johnnie T. Melia Moving Named 2025 Mover of the Year by Move For Hunger

National Van Lines is proud to announce that agent Johnnie T. Melia Moving was awarded 2025 Mover of the Year by Move For Hunger. Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that works with moving companies to reduce food waste and fight hunger by collecting and donating surplus food... - January 25, 2026 - National Van Lines

Cohesion Introduces the Discipline of Business Direction

Cohesion introduces Business Direction, a leadership discipline focused on turning sound strategy into clear, usable direction and ensuring it governs decisions over time. As organizations scale and AI fills gaps in loosely defined intent, clarity and governance become critical. Business Direction works upstream of brand and execution to protect leadership intent as work moves through systems, teams and technology. - January 25, 2026 - Cohesion

National Van Lines Achieves FIDI-FAIM Quality Certification

National Van Lines has successfully achieved FIDI-FAIM Quality Certification and is now a FIDI Affiliate, following the completion of a rigorous, yearlong compliance and audit process. Developed by the FIDI Global Alliance, FAIM (FIDI Accredited International Mover) certification is one of the... - January 24, 2026 - National Van Lines

National Van Lines Welcomes Secure Moving & Storage as New Agent

National Van Lines announced today that Secure Moving & Storage has joined its nationwide network of professional moving agents. Based in Pelham, Alabama, Secure Moving & Storage brings a century of experience supporting residential, commercial, and specialized transportation needs. Secure... - January 24, 2026 - National Van Lines

National Van Lines Welcomes Preferred Moving & Storage as New Agent

National Van Lines has announced the addition of Preferred Moving & Storage, based in Harrison Township, Michigan, to its nationwide network of affiliated agents. Founded in 1983, Preferred Moving & Storage is owned by Nic Shabro, whose background includes founding the staffing firm Career... - January 24, 2026 - National Van Lines

National Van Lines Expands Northern New York Coverage with Carpenter Brothers and Watertown Moving & Storage

National Van Lines is pleased to welcome Carpenter Brothers Moving & Storage and Watertown Moving & Storage as new agents within its nationwide network, expanding service coverage across Northern New York and strengthening support for residential, commercial, and government-related... - January 24, 2026 - National Van Lines

AMPP Opens Call for Board of Directors Volunteers

The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, is now accepting applications for four open volunteer Director positions on its Board of Directors. These three-year terms will begin January 1, 2027, and end on December... - January 24, 2026 - AMPP

The Security Bulldog Announces $400K Pre-Seed Financing Led by Right Side Capital Management to Accelerate AI-Powered Cybersecurity Intelligence Platform

Capital will be used to expand product development, deepen integrations with leading security tools, and scale go-to-market efforts with enterprise and managed security service provider (MSSP) customers. - January 23, 2026 - The Security Bulldog

Posthumous Memoir Reveals Four-Decade Battle to Diversify Corporate America's Executive Ranks

"They Said No: The Four-Decade Fight to Open Boardroom Doors" chronicles executive recruiter Eral Burks's mission to diversify Fortune 500 leadership. From 1985 until his death in 2025, Burks placed hundreds of Black, Latino, and women executives despite systemic barriers. Co-authored with Dr. Lisa M. S. Barrow, the memoir decodes corporate rejection language—"not a culture fit," "lacks executive presence"—and offers proven strategies. - January 23, 2026 - Purple Crown Publishing

Inktel Contact Center Solutions Honored with 2025 National Top Workplaces for Remote Work Award

Inktel Contact Center Solutions has been honored with a 2025 Top Workplaces for Remote Work award, a national recognition based exclusively on employee feedback. Managed by Energage LLC, the survey highlights Inktel’s excellence in creating a culture where remote staff feel respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. This achievement reaffirms Inktel’s mission to be "Where Talent Lives™" by prioritizing the human connection and professional growth in a flexible work environment. - January 23, 2026 - Inktel Contact Center Solutions

Sarah Warden to be Featured in a Three-Page Spread in the Winter 2026 Issue of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine

Sarah Warden of Maryland Heights, Missouri, will be featured in a three-page article in the upcoming Winter 2026 issue of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine. The article will focus on her accomplishments in the field of early childhood... - January 23, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

ReelHouse Records Celebrates 25 Years as a Dancefloor First Independent House Label

ReelHouse Records marks 25 years as an independent house music label rooted in club culture, longevity and dancefloor driven releases. Founded in 2001 by DJ and producer CN Williams, the label has grown from vinyl only beginnings into a globally recognised platform with a loyal following. - January 23, 2026 - ReelHouse Records

P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Names Doris O. Iheagwam a Featured Member

Doris O. Iheagwam of Brooklyn, New York, has been named a Featured Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of social services. About Doris O. Iheagwam Doris O. - January 23, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

When a Hotel Overbooks, Families Pay the Price—And Our Communities Can Do Better

A hotel overbooking in Montgomery left numerous Our Little Miss pageant contestants from around the country without expected lodging, creating stress and safety concerns for participating families. Pageant president Teri Chandler Fowler responds on behalf of families. - January 23, 2026 - Our Little Miss

Sioux Honey Cooperative Honey Taps IMC Licensing to Sweeten Sue Bee® Brand Extensions

Sioux Honey Cooperative has selected IMC Licensing to serve as the exclusive licensing agency for its flagship Sue Bee® Honey brand, advancing a strategic program to expand Sue Bee into new categories through high-quality, co-branded partnerships. “Sue Bee is a trusted name in kitchens... - January 23, 2026 - IMC Licensing

Apparel Advisors Launches Enhanced "Strategic Initiatives" to Help Luxury Fashion Brands Navigate Supply Chain Volatility and DTC Expansion

Apparel Advisors, a premier consulting firm specializing in the luxury fashion and lifestyle sectors, today announced the expansion of its core service offerings with a new suite of Strategic Initiatives. Designed to address the growing complexities of the global fashion economy, these initiatives... - January 23, 2026 - Apparel Advisors

White Stone Marketing Supports Celebration Exotic Car Festival Benefiting Make-A-Wish for Third Consecutive Year