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Tabitha Berg

Tabitha Berg
Tabitha Angel Berg is an aspiring author and musician and joined eNewsChannels in Nov. 2006 as an editor and mistress of the WP-based content management system (CMS). She likes ferrets better than cats and tea better than coffee, and is a devout iPad evangelist. Nobody pays her to like Dr. Pepper, but wouldn't you like to be a pepper, too?

In 7th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program, Edupoint Synergy Named ‘SIS Innovation of the Year

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform, today announced that Synergy has been selected as the winner of the "SIS Innovation of the Year" award in the 7th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization recognizing the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

‘COME TOGETHER — A Community for Wine’ Concludes Successful ‘Share & Pair Sundays’ Spring Campaign

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- COME TOGETHER -- A Community for Wine, a mission-driven company focused on wine advocacy, today announced the successful conclusion of its inaugural Share & Pair Sundays spring campaign while announcing plans for its highly anticipated second annual "Come Over October" campaign this fall. Through both initiatives, the organization, founded by three wine industry leaders, has demonstrated the power of community-driven advocacy to reach consumers with positive messages about wine.

Simpson Launches Vibrant Minds Program to Promote Cognitive Wellness and Brain Health in Pennsylvania Senior Living

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- As Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month begins in June, Simpson, a Pennsylvania regional retirement system that includes Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, and Jenner's Pond, announces the launch of Vibrant Minds, a new program promoting brain health and cognitive wellness. In partnership with Sodexo Seniors, the initiative offers nutrient-rich meals that support cognitive function, along with social dining experiences that encourage connection and independence.

Stuff the Bus 2025 Arizona: The Accounting Doctor Joins CW7 Arizona and Gateway Academy to Support Underserved Students

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Accounting Doctor is proud to announce its role as a Presenting Sponsor for the 10th Annual Stuff the Bus Back-to-School Drive, a collaborative effort led by CW7 Arizona, in partnership with Desert Financial Credit Union, Valley of the Sun United Way, and this year's featured school partner, Gateway Academy.

Hollywood CA 33-Unit Apartment Complex set for Bankruptcy Auction

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- ThreeSixty Asset Advisors and Tranzon Asset Strategies have been appointed by the United States Bankruptcy Court to auction a 33-unit apartment complex located in the heart of Hollywood. The sale process is overseen by Chapter 7 Trustee Sam Leslie for the bankruptcy estate of Marisela Montejo (Case No. 2:24-bk-17786-NB). The auction will take place online on June 17, 2025 at 11 a.m. PDT.

CaptainU Rebrands as Stack Athlete, Enhancing the College Sports Recruiting Journey for U.S. Athletes

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- CaptainU, one of the leading online collegiate sports recruiting platforms, announced its relaunch as Stack Athlete on May 20, 2025. This change reflects Stack Athlete's ongoing commitment to empowering high school athletes, parents, and college coaches with the best tools to navigate the recruiting journey, now with an even stronger connection to the Stack Sports family.

Yiftee Enables Contactless Payments, Teaming with Mastercard and Silicon Valley Bank

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Yiftee, a leading provider of Community Cards that "Keep Local Dollars Local," announced the launch of contactless Tap & Go capabilities for their virtual Community Cards that support over 700 communities and over 20,000 local businesses. Developed with Mastercard and Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, this latest innovation is expected to help drive spending to local shops and restaurants across the country, fueling the "shop local" movement.

ACES ENGAGE 2025: ACES Quality Management Champions Commitment to Lending Excellence

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced official launch of its "I Stand for Quality" movement during its annual ACES ENGAGE conference, held May 18-20, 2025 at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs.

Craig Leabig, VP Marketing, of Informative Research Named HousingWire 2025 Marketing Leader

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- nformative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced that Senior Vice President of Marketing Craig Leabig has been named a 2025 HousingWire Marketing Leader. This year's award honors 55 professionals reshaping how mortgage and real estate companies engage prospects and accelerate growth. Leabig's strategic leadership has transformed Informative Research's marketing into an engine of innovation and measurable results.

Dark Matter announces comprehensive eClosing integration for its NOVA LOS platform

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, announced today that the NOVA loan origination system (LOS) platform now features a comprehensive integration to the eClosing capabilities powered by the Wolters Kluwer eOriginal® ClosingCenter. Designed to improve the mortgage closing process, eClose will help lenders reduce time-to-close, realize cost savings and provide a better borrower experience while also enabling secondary market activities.

Depth EVP Lindsey Neal named a 2025 Marketing Leader

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Depth, a leading provider of consultative B2B marketing, public relations and reputation management services for technology companies serving the residential mortgage finance, financial technology (fintech) and regulatory technology (regtech) industries, today announced that Executive Vice President Lindsey Neal has been named a recipient of HousingWire's 2025 Marketing Leaders Award.

The Woodlands at Furman in S.C. Graduates to Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC) Status

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Woodlands at Furman, a 350+ resident senior living community in partnership with Furman University, has met criteria to be recognized as a "Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC)," the highest category among more than 85 University Retirement Communities (URCs) nationwide.

Floify’s Courtney Dodd named to HousingWire’s 2025 Marketing Leaders list for a second year in a row

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Courtney Dodd, head of marketing, has been named to HousingWire's prestigious Marketing Leaders list for 2025. She was also a 2024 Marketing Leaders recipient. The Marketing Leaders award honors the outstanding accomplishments of mortgage and real estate marketing executives who are the visionaries behind the strategies, campaigns and branding efforts that push the industry forward.

CCHR Warns: Millions of Children Exposed to Risky Psychiatric Drugs

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- A federal assessment of children's health has identified the widespread prescribing of psychotropic drugs to U.S. youth as a "public crisis" driven by industry profit motives, flawed science, and systemic conflicts of interest. According to the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental health industry watchdog, this is fueling a psychotropic drug market that reaps $22.6 billion annually.
Kelly Auto Group's Kelly Buick GMC receives 25 Year Dealer Award

Kelly Auto Group’s Kelly Buick GMC receives 25 Year Dealer Award for GMC

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Kelly Auto Group is proud to announce that they recently received the 25-Year Dealer Award for GMC for their Buick/GMC dealership in Emmaus. Kelly has had the Buick franchise since 1982 and added GMC in 2000. As the Kelly Auto Group continues to grow, these awards serve as a powerful reminder of the company's mission.

Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Now Go Fest Anywhere, Anytime with iMyFone AnyTo

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- With Volcanion debuting in Osaka on May 29, Pokémon GO Fest 2025 has officially kicked off. Trainers around the world are joining the fun. For those unable to attend in person, iMyFone AnyTo Location Changer is offering a limited-time Go Fest giveaway and exclusive discounts - join now for a chance to win free SVIP, Global Go Fest tickets, and PokéCoins. With AnyTo, you can explore the Pokémon world and enjoy Go Fest 2025 from anywhere.

Updated HitPaw Edimakor Mac V4.0 offers AI Bilingual Subtitles and Background Remover

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- HitPaw Edimakor, a creative software brand known for practical innovation, today announced the launch of Edimakor Mac V4.0, the latest version of its all-in-one video editing tool. This major update introduces AI Bilingual Subtitle Generator and Advanced Video Background Remover, adding to a growing suite of features designed to help creators produce better content with fewer steps.

Hillcrest CEO Matthew Neeley named Outstanding Community Leader at the NAACP Pomona Valley Branch 6th Annual Freedom Fund Event

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Matthew Neeley, President and CEO of Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, was recently honored as an Outstanding Community Leader at the NAACP Pomona Valley Branch 6th Annual Freedom Fund Event. Through his compassionate leadership and steadfast commitment to serving others, Neeley has led efforts that uplift individuals, bridge divides and build a stronger, more inclusive community.

Click n’ Close Names Mortgage Wholesale Veteran Tony Catanese as Regional Sales Manager to Lead East Coast Expansion

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Click n' Close, a multi-state mortgage lender and innovator in third-party origination (TPO), announced Thursday that Tony Catanese has joined the company as regional sales manager. In this role, Catanese will lead the company's wholesale and non-delegated expansion across the East Coast, focusing on building and developing a high-performing sales team.

X-Design AI Background Generator Streamlines E-commerce Photography Workflow

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- X-Design, a leading AI-powered photo editing platform, has introduced its latest innovation in the e-commerce product marketing domain: the AI Background Generator. This new tool is designed to assist e-commerce businesses in upscaling their product photography to save thousands of bills and hundreds of hours.

Chicago Area Seniors Discover Retirement Staycations at Pleasant View, a Life Plan Community in Ottawa

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- As more seniors opt to retire and travel closer to home, senior living communities are responding with innovative Stay-and-See packages to interested retirees. At the center of this trend is Pleasant View, a Life Plan Community in Ottawa, Illinois, a historic river town just 90 minutes from Chicago, which announced an innovative Stay-and-See program to meet the trend of people wanting to retire close to home and experience a community before making a move.

Greene Tree Care Helps Ventura Calif. Residents Prepare for Wildfire Season with Defensible Space Services

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Throughout Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, property owners face dual threats: wildfires and insurance cancellations. In an effort to help their clients manage both, Greene Tree Care - a family-owned business headquartered in Camarillo, California - has expanded its defensible space services.
Cayden - not just the future of pop music

New Music: Meet Cayden – not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

Friday Harbor unveils AI-powered condition engine to deliver cleaner, audit-ready mortgage file

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced the launch of a retooled condition engine that automatically generates actionable underwriting conditions based on borrower source documents and loan guidelines.

The Big Picture’s June 2025 conversations go deep on homeownership access, growth and market risk

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, has unveiled its June guest lineup featuring four standout leaders whose insights are redefining housing access, real estate strategy and economic understanding. Co-hosted by mortgage business consultant and executive coach Rich Swerbinsky and capital markets authority Rob Chrisman, author of the widely read Chrisman Commentary newsletter, the webcast delivers timely, thought-provoking conversations with mortgage professionals, innovators and thought leaders.