Credentials Solutions is pleased to announce that the company has taken a significant growth investment from Brentwood Associates, a leading middle-market private equity firm. Brentwood will bring resources and investment capital to the business with the intention of accelerating the company’s growth. Chief Executive Officer, Thomas D. McKechney, and Chief Operating Officer, J. Jeffrey Geldermann, will continue to lead the business.

Brentwood’s investment strategy focuses on partnering with growing category-defining brands, with exceptional customer loyalty and growth prospects, where Brentwood can utilize its experience and resources to realize untapped value. Brentwood is a value-added partner with management in driving growth through improved branding, marketing optimization, new product development, direct-to-consumer growth, distribution expansion and optimization, and acquisitions.

As part of the transaction, Steve Moore and Craig Milius from Brentwood will join the Board of Directors.

Commenting on the new partnership, Craig Milius said, “Brentwood is excited to be the first institutional investor to partner with the Credentials team. As Credentials’ customers continue to move towards online forms, consolidated information, and automated workflows, we look forward to supporting the Company’s growth in areas such as product development and new solution offerings.” Steve Moore added, “The Company’s customer first culture and its industry-leading technology, have created an extraordinary platform for continued growth within the Office of the Registrar and beyond.”

Credentials CEO Thomas D. McKechney says the investment will help Credentials as they continue to expand on their automated solutions that help the unique needs of higher education and student records.

“We are thrilled to partner with Brentwood. They have a track record of success in the education environment and the resources they bring will help us continue to compete and grow,” McKechney said commenting on the partnership. “We are committed to providing our clients with innovative solutions and this partnership affords us the opportunity to do that.”

Geldermann added, “Brentwood will help take Credentials to new heights. The investment they are making shows they believe in our business model and will provide us the resources to expand our product lines while continuing to provide and improve the world-class customer service that we are known for.”

ABOUT CREDENTIALS SOLUTIONS
Credentials Solutions is a leading provider of tech-enabled services to the higher education market. The Company’s solution offerings include TranscriptsPlus®, eduCheck®, RoboRegistrar®, TranscriptsNetwork™, eRoboMail®, ParkingPlus® and MuniPlus™. For more information about Credentials Solutions, please visit http://www.credentialssolutions.net.

ABOUT BRENTWOOD ASSOCIATES
Brentwood Associates is a leading middle-market private equity investment firm with a 30+ year history of investing in leading growth companies. Brentwood focuses on investments in growing businesses where it can leverage its extensive experience in areas such as: consumer products and services; multi-location growth strategies, including specialty retail and restaurants; direct marketing, including direct mail and e-commerce; health and wellness; education; and business services. Since 1984, Brentwood’s dedicated private equity team has invested in over 50 portfolio companies with an aggregate transaction value of over $6 billion. With significant experience in both investing and brand building, Brentwood is a value-added partner with entrepreneurs and senior management teams building world-class companies. For more information about Brentwood, please visit www.brentwood.com.

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Mike Cipolla
Credentials Solutions

http://www.credentialssolutions.net

Release ID: 260467

HOUSTON, Texas, Feb .5, 2018 – RentVest, an innovative property management company headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, has announced the opening of a new full-service real estate office in Houston, Texas. This marks the eighth office opening in the company’s bold plan to establish 10,000 accounts nationwide by 2020.

Cheral Carpenter, Portfolio Manager and Licensed Realtor at RentVest Houston, will manage operations at the Houston office. RentVest Houston caters to both buyers and sellers in order to efficiently and effectively service all of its clients’ needs should their real estate goals change.

The company’s rapid expansion reflects increasing demand for affordable, innovative, and customer-centric property management services in active markets.

Despite the devastation reaped by Hurricane Harvey on the greater Houston area in August 2017, the city’s real estate market set new records by the end of 2017, according to the Houston Association of Realtors.

RentVest founders Spencer Caldwell, Jacob Ash, and Benton Cotter took an active role in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, soliciting donations from employees and vendors to fill a truck with relief provisions, which Caldwell drove from Mesa, Arizona to victims in Texas.

“We are very excited to be a part of the Houston community and bring area property owners all the benefits of our extended list of property management services that exceed other property management organizations at a reasonable fee,” Carpenter says.

Since launching the company’s first office in Mesa, Arizona in 2016, RentVest has expanded its presence to Phoenix, Tucson, Reno, Las Vegas, Dallas, Atlanta, and Hawaii with plans to continue developing new offices into at least six additional U.S. markets by 2020.

RentVest’s aggressive expansion plan answers the increasing demand for affordable, innovative, and customer-centric property management services in active markets.

Funded and launched by Caldwell, Ash, and Benton Cotter, RentVest is a full-service property management firm specializing in high-performance property and tenant management services that meet a growing need for property management solutions that outrival outdated industry practices. RentVest leverages innovative technology and exceptional customer service practices to provide a worry-free experience for property owners.

RentVest Houston charges a flat rate management fee rather than the percentage- based fee structure that other property management companies apply. This flat-rate fee allows property owners to escape cancellation and other “junk” fees that chip away at profits. RentVest’s experienced staff has a proven track record of minimizing vacancy rates and maximizing rental income streams for property owners.

Established in 2007, Gentry Real Estate Group-a premier buyer of auction homes in Arizona-pioneered the development of auction-based home acquisitions for investors. Gentry has purchased thousands of homes at auction during the past 11 years and has sold billions in the real estate market.

By leveraging the Gentry team’s 11 years of experience in home auction sales and property management, RentVest’s fast-growing organization was able to develop a business strategy emphasizing personal, one-on-one consultation and assistance to clients regarding their real estate investments. By driving revenue from multiple client sources not utilized by competitors, RentVest has disrupted conventional property management models with a synergistic approach that incorporates training, education, and leadership in an ever-changing enterprise environment.

The company’s focus on positive communications and teamwork is as critical to its success as the comprehensive management services it provides including:

Thorough and effective tenant screening and management practices.
Professional marketing services to ensure low vacancy rates.
Meticulous, ongoing rental market analysis to properly price rental rates and maximize profits.
Established relationships with innumerable property maintenance vendors to provide quality work at competitive prices.
Legal guidance to help make sure property owners stay up-to-date on all current state and federal laws involving landlords, tenants, and rental housing.
A comprehensive network of proven vendors to handle all repairs and cleanup as soon as tenants vacate a unit in order to attract potential new tenants as quickly as possible.
Online tools that make it easier than ever to check invoices, statements, communication logs and more. In addition to 24/7 access, property owners receive a detailed monthly statement for tracking finances.

“RentVest’s monumental growth can be attributed to the quality and breadth of services we bring to our clients,” Caldwell says. “Our core values, superior technology-based platform, and customer-centric approach provide solutions property owners want and need and will continue to sustain our growth in the national market.”

RentVest Houston is headquartered at 510 Bering Drive, Houston, Texas, 77057. Phone: 281-972-6715.
To learn more, visit the RentVest website, email benton@rentvest.co, or call (480) 485-1403.

About RentVest:
Launched in June 2016 by Gentry Real Estate Group founders Spencer Caldwell and Jacob Ash, RentVest has already established itself as a market leader in the property management industry. With offices in eight U.S. markets, RentVest harnesses state-of-the-art technology and unprecedented customer service to manage high-quality rental properties for busy property owners.

In 2016 and 2017, RentVest was named to Inc. 5000, Inc. Media’s annual list of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

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Benton Cotter
RentVest
281-972-6715
https://www.rentvestpm.com/

Release ID: 260279

Superior Coin, a global Cryptocurrency company (www.superior-coin.com), announced today the unique use of it’s blockchain technology in regards to privacy, and security. With international financial intrusion at an all time high; Superior Coin aims to help the average person protect their cryptocurrency transactions from the general public. These private transactions help to reduce identity theft, and too protect the users of this blockchain based cryptocurrency.

This lack of anonymity severely hampers the perpetual use of a true private currency system, and Bitcoin core developers are not paying any attention to this issue. It is within this issue that Superior Coin aims to protect the crypto consumer with it’s privacy, anonymity, and scalability Solution. The blockchain uses a complex on-chain cryptographic method such as Ring signatures to ensure it stays within the anonymity sector standard of cryptocurrencies.

Superior Coin is a secure, private, untraceable currency. Unlike many crypto currencies that are derivatives of Bitcoin, Superior Coin is based on the CryptoNote protocol and possesses significant algorithmic differences relating to blockchain obfuscation. Superior Coins main emission curve will have issued about 1.5 billion coins to be mined in over 30+ years. Superior Coin protects privacy in three ways for all transactions on the network: 1 ring signatures hide the sending address, 2 RingCT hides the amount of the transaction, and 3 stealth addresses hide the receiving address of the transaction.

With it’s many road map achievements to date it is on track to achieve great results, and has been reported within numerous media outlets. If you would like to learn more visit www.superior-coin.com today.

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Nathan Senn
Superior Coin Inc

http://superior-coin.com

Release ID: 260481

The Stranger’s Magic Stick, a new book by Carol Doumlele, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

A young boy selling baskets with his grandfather meets an interesting stranger with a mysterious stick in his pocket. One day, the man tells Joshua that he has been chosen to receive the stick. Joshua’s grandfather recalls an old man from many years ago who played beautiful music on such a stick. However, Joshua is frustrated that he is not able to make it work.

As he works to solve the mystery of the stick and release its beautiful sounds, Joshua, and the reader, learns an important lesson about honesty and trustworthiness.

About the Author
Carol Doumlele was a primary school teacher for over thirty-seven years, during which time she loved to create stories to share with her students. Once she retired, she decided it was time to put these stories into print.

Doumlele lives in Marco Island, Florida. She is married with two children and four grandchildren.

The Stranger’s Magic Stick is a 36-page hardcover with a retail price of $24.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-4804-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

http://www.dorrancepublishing.com

Release ID: 260430

Superior Coin, a global Cryptocurrency company (www.superior-coin.com), announced today the completion of key areas of the project, and continued progress with the roadmap for 2017 and into 2018. According to Nathan Senn, Superior Coin CTO and Michael Senn CEO these completed developments and tools are aligned closely with the community’s feedback, and are inline with the strategic vision of the company.

Over the past 6 months SuperiorCoin has continued to work on different aspects of the technology, creating and deploying different tools and services associated with the widespread use SuperiorCoin was designed for.

SuperiorCoin has to date accomplished much of what was on the original Roadmap and has made many advances with other tools not published on Road map. During this phase of development some task have gained more attention from holders of SuperiorCoin and as thus have gained more traction in development. There have been recommendations from members of the community and SuperiorCoin has evolved its development around what the community most ask for and needs.

Major accomplishments to be highlighted over the last six months have been numerous, and they include.

SuperiorCoin Core software has been upgraded to be faster, cheaper and more secure.
Blockchain explorer is online
Two known pools are online
Listed on three exchanges
Web-mining software has been developed and tested for easier community mining.
Windows PC mining Software has been edited and provided.
Linux and Windows Cli Wallets – Windows Gui Wallet
Web-wallet with Kryptonia
Task area with Kryptonia
Voting area within Kryptonia
Referral links and Bonus for referrals on Kryptonia
Bonus Payouts to all HODLers on Kryptonia (4 Payouts for 6 months)
Pool monitoring APP for Android
Telegram Bot for price updates and information
WordPress plugin has been built for easy payment option using SuperiorCoin
Online Private wallet mysuperiorcoin.com that accepts mnemonic seed from paper, GUI or CLI wallet, where any mobile phone or device with a web browser access and send SuperiorCoins.

There has been a continued effort to form business structure, and to develop key aspects to the company for the support of future development. Superior Coin and the community surrounding it are reaching out around the world, and fostering long term relationships the help launch the awareness of current, and future based products.

Superior Coin is a secure, private, untraceable cryptocurrency. Unlike many crypto currencies that are derivatives of Bitcoin, Superior Coin is based on the CryptoNote protocol and possesses significant algorithmic differences relating to blockchain obfuscation. If you would like to learn more about Superior Coin you can visit their main website at Superior-coin.com.

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John J Gentry
Superior Coin Inc

http://superior-coin.com

Release ID: 260439

The new “Quantum Zip Line System” from Ropes Park Equipment was unveiled on the evening of February 1, 2018 at the opening of the annual Conference of the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) in Fort Worth, Texas. Quantum’s multiple benefits now make positive slope zip lines, curved zip lines and regulated zip line riding and landing speeds possible.

“This new system really opens up so many new zip line design and operating possibilities that will be appreciated by builders, operators-and especially the zip line rider. We are very excited to be introducing Quantum,” said Bahman Azarm, President of Ropes Park Equipment.

The patent-pending, Quantum Zip Line System utilizes a long-established, magnetically based technology that has been employed for 100 years to safely regulate the speed and operation of other vehicular devices such as elevators, trains and rollercoasters to now do the same for zip lines. It will be a zip line game-changer.

Quantum can be integrated into new zip line plans and construction or retrofitted into any existent 1/2-inch straight zip line as well. It will be especially well-suited for canopy tours, and adventure parks. Quantum meets all regulatory standards set by both ACCT and ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials.)

The Quantum Prototype demonstrated at the Ropes Park Equipment booth caused quite a buzz at the ACCT Conference. Sales, installation and service for Quantum will be handled by Ropes Park Equipment and its distributors. The company indicated that pre-orders should be available in a few months and first shipments of Quantum should go out at the end of 2018.

For more information contact Ropes Park Equipment, 1700 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Visit: RopesParkEquipment.com. Email: Info@RopesParkEquipment.com. Phone (203) 692-4644.

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Ben Haase
Ropes Park Equipment
(203) 692-4644
http://www.RopesParkEquipment.com

Release ID: 260441

Superior Coin, a global Cryptocurrency company (www.superior-coin.com), announced today that it has officially launched additional tools to assist current holders of the coins, and to help others mine more coin in a easier fashion. According to Michael Senn, Superior Coin CEO the new mining developments and tools are more closely aligned with the company’s strategic vision for growth and expansion over the next decade, and beyond.

Superior Coin is a secure, private, untraceable cryptocurrency. Unlike many crypto currencies that are derivatives of Bitcoin, Superior Coin is based on the CryptoNote protocol and possesses significant algorithmic differences relating to blockchain obfuscation.

With each new integration of the software the development team has diligently strived to improve, and to release new software tools to the public. It is with the roadmap of the project to implement these tools for the average crypto enthusiast who lacks the machines to mine on an industry level.

Superior Coin aims to help the average person gain a foothold with the cryptocurrency mining space by enabling the average person to mine via browser mining or GPU mining rigs. In today’s crypto society people want access to new technology, and superior coin aims to make this happen. If you would like to learn more about this concept and how you can start mining visit Mining Superior Coin today.

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John Gentry
Superior Coin

http://superior-coin.com

Release ID: 260371

Introduces the Next-Generation of Leaders in the Communications Technology Industry

ATLANTA, February 1, 2018 – International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE), the premier annual event for communications technology professionals, today announced the second annual IWCE Young Professional Award winners. The award showcases the next-generation of leaders in the communications technology industry who are shaping the future of the industry.

“Congratulations to the 2018 Young Professional award winners,” said Stephanie McCall, Show Director, IWCE. “These individuals are the up-and-comers in the telecommunications industry, honored for their spectacular work and accomplishments. We look forward to celebrating their achievements at IWCE in March and seeing their contributions in the years to come.”

IWCE’s Young Professional Awards recognize young professionals under 35 who have made a significant contribution in his or her company or agency and works in the communications technology industry. These individuals are executing some of the most innovative ideas, showing creativity and initiative.

The 2018 IWCE Young Professional Award winners include:
Tamim Akimi, LTE Engineer, Booz Allen Hamilton
Rodrigo Batista de Moura, Deputy Planning Coordinator for Critical Communications, State Secretariat of Public Safety for Rio de Janeiro
Steven Cheng, Regional Product Manager for North America, Comba Telecom
Brandon Edelman, Product Manager, Value Added Services, Motorola
Reinhard Ekl, Vice President of Product and Public Safety, RapidSOS, Inc.
Colton Engel, Emergency Management and Communications Director, Saline County Emergency Management
Carrie Johnson, Lead Manager-FirstNet, ATT
Alex Lorello, Chief Engineer, SecuLore Solutions
Stephen McConnell, Service Technician, Turris Communications Ltd.
Thomas Meno, Information Technology Specialist, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Benjamin Morgan, Developer; Professional Services, Avtec
Jared VandenHeuvel, Project Coordinator, Public Safety Broadband Program, Texas Department of Public Safety
Ross Venhuizen, Software Strategy & Operations Consultant, Motorola Solutions
William Wong, DAS Engineering Manager, Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. (ADRF)
Minghua Xu, Controller, Hytera America, Inc.

Winners will be recognized at a special ceremony on Thursday, March 8 at 9:45 a.m. in the Keynote Theater. IWCE takes place March 5-9, 2018 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

For additional information on IWCE and to register for the event, visit iwceexpo.com. Stay connected with @iwceexpo on Twitter and Facebook and be sure to follow our LinkedIn company page.

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS EXPO (IWCE)
IWCE (International Wireless Communications Expo) is the premier annual event for critical communications, featuring an exhibit hall with over 400 exhibitors and a five-day comprehensive conference program. Over 7,000 individuals attend from a diverse group of industry professionals including product distribution, government, public safety, critical infrastructure, business enterprise and more. IWCE 2018 will be held March 5-9 in Orlando, FL. For more information, visit www.iwceexpo.com.

About Informa
IWCE is part of Informa, the international business intelligence, academic publishing, knowledge and events group. Informa serves commercial, professional and academic communities, helping them connect and learn, and creating and providing access to content and intelligence that helps people and businesses work smarter and make better decisions faster.

Informa has over 7,500 colleagues in more than 20 countries and a presence in all major geographies. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.

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Nadira Ramatally
IWCE
(770) 618-0121
http://www.iwceexpo.com

Release ID: 260407

Edmonton, Alberta, February 1, 2018 – On February 1, 2018, Yardstick Software Inc. acquired the research business of Banister Research and Consulting Inc., uniting two great Canadian brands under one big idea: that attention to the quality of data, defensibility of outcomes, and technological innovation can change whole industries. It’s an Alberta business courtship that has been a long time in the making, and it will have huge impact for all clients, staff and subsidiaries.

The courtship – Yardstick was attracted to Banister Research and Consulting Inc. by their reputation and business success. For Chris LaBossiere, Co-founder & CEO of Yardstick Software Inc., “… it was their patented blend of personality, customer service, responsiveness, and their commitment to best practices in quality assurance that has earned them a long-standing position of respect and influence in Alberta.” Yardstick saw the potential Banister offered as a business partner, and made several offers to buy the firm over the years, but Linda Banister and Banister Research and Consulting Inc., as a company, were never quite ready.

The proposal – Despite receiving inquiries from several other potential buyers, she settled on Yardstick as the perfect new home for her business for one simple reason. Every interaction has reinforced for her that the two companies share a common vision and worldview. It became clear to her that they were the right partner and that now was the right time.

She says, “… this transaction represents the best long-term interests of our company, clients and employees. It’s time to infuse the company with new ideas and approaches through this acquisition.” Now, Banister is ready for her next adventure and the company Banister Research and Consulting Inc. is poised to grow, soar and expand – the Yardstick way.

The match – Today, Yardstick finalizes this courtship by welcoming a new company Banister Research Limited into their growing family of companies. By joining Yardstick, Banister Research Limited will now have ample opportunities for growth, capital and other resources, with Yardstick’s support, grow into new markets across Canada and beyond.

This is a smart acquisition for Yardstick, and a good deal for both companies. LaBossiere is excited to work with the Banister Research Limited team, commenting that “… we are receiving incredible talent, a stellar reputation of over 20 years in research excellence, and a strong local network.”

Yardstick’s national presence will offer Banister clients and staff the opportunity to expand into new markets, and draw on their sizeable in-house expertise in psychometrics, instructional design, graphic design, business development, multi-modal data analysis, and software development to open up more opportunities to secure high-profile work and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

Both LaBossiere and Banister agree there is a natural alignment between Yardstick’s psychometrics services at Yardstick Assessment Strategies and Banister’s research consulting. Both companies are committed to applying rigorous and defensible data and analysis to help clients make the best decisions, about a new product, brand, or community initiative, or a candidate’s readiness to enter the job market.

As Yardstick’s newest subsidiary, Banister will retain their name and brand, moving into Yardstick’s downtown Edmonton office on 104th street. Tracy With will lead the Banister team as COO and executive vice-president, while Linda Banister will partner with Yardstick executives on building the strategic market research business and government engagement initiatives.

About Yardstick
www.getyardstick.com
As one of Canada’s leaders in online learning and high-stakes assessment, Yardstick draws on the latest developments 
in computer and web technology to deliver rigorous and creative online testing and training. Yardstick experts partner with subject matter experts, employers, and industry regulators to train, certify and verify today’s workforce. Yardstick has won numerous awards for business growth and entrepreneurship, and was recently named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

About Banister Research
www.banister.ab.ca
Banister is an Alberta-based research and evaluation firm with over 20 years experience delivering defensible market analysis, evaluation and public engagement services. They ask insightful and meaningful questions of target consumer groups, program end-users, and the public to help their clients gather the best information possible and make evidence-informed strategic decisions.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Marjorie Henderson, Communications Coordinator, Yardstick
587.926.8001, or marjorie.henderson@getyardstick.com]marjorie.henderson@getyardstick.com[/url].

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Marjorie Henderson
Yardstick
587-926-8001
http://www.getyardstick.com/

Release ID: 260408

Thanks to author, music journalist, and pop-culture historianHarvey Kubernik, David Kessel’s cavehollywood.com has been tracking Travis Edward Pike’s literary and musical renaissance since June, 2016, when Pike released his “Outside the Box” CD album.

Their second interview focused on Travis Pike’s Tea Party’s musical accomplishments during the 1967 Summer of Love, and charted Pike’s widening entertainment industry activities as an author, storytelling singer-songwriter, poet, screenwriter, producer, and director, up to May 2017.

In this current January 2018 interview, Kubernik’s focus shifts to Pike’s 1997 award-winning, critically-acclaimed “Grumpuss,”, an original epic narrative rhyme Pike wrote, produced, directed, and performed before a live audience at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire, England, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and home of the Duke of Marlborough, in a charity gala staged for the UK Save the Children Fund.

Many of Kubernik’s works for cavehollywood.com have been published in an oversize, color illustrated paperback, “Inside Cave Hollywood, the Harvey Kubernik Music InnerViews and InterViews Collection, Vol 1,,” now in release, published by Cave Hollywood.

But be advised, none of these newer Kubernik – Pike interviews appear in that book, so if you want to read them you’ll have to click the links provided above or search for them on cavehollywood.com.

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Travis Edward Pike
Otherworld Cottage Industries
323 733 1074
http://otherworldcottage.com

Release ID: 260410