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Dignari Named to the 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the 5th Time

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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Dignari is honored to announce its inclusion for the fifth time in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

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  • Dignari is honored to announce its inclusion for the fifth time in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.
  • This recognition is a testament to Dignari's exceptional growth, evolving industry impact, and unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client success.
  • The Inc. 5000 list , compiled annually by Inc. magazine, is a prestigious recognition of the top 5% of private companies in the United States and showcases the nation's most dynamic and successful companies across various industries.
  • The recognition on the Inc. 5000 list is a testament to the company's determination and vision for the future.

KBRA Releases Research – Maui Wildfires: KBRA-Rated CMBS and CRE CLO Exposure

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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KBRA releases research regarding KBRA-rated CMBS and commercial real estate collateralized loan obligation (CRE CLO) exposure to the Maui wildfires.

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  • KBRA releases research regarding KBRA-rated CMBS and commercial real estate collateralized loan obligation (CRE CLO) exposure to the Maui wildfires.
  • KBRA identified nine loans collateralized in 11 commercial real estate (CRE) securitizations located in Maui across our rated universe of 558 CMBS, CRE collateralized loan obligations (CRE CLO), and Freddie Mac transactions, which together include almost 20,000 loans.
  • The exposure includes six loans in eight conduit transactions, and three loans in three CRE CLOs.
  • Lahaina is also home to the properties securing two loans in the recently closed PFP 2023-10 CRE CLO, which were reported as undamaged.

Strategic Response Partners Offers Recovery Tips to Protect Hawaiian Residents from Harmful Smoke and Ash Contamination

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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"People may not be aware of the dangerous levels of carcinogens, cyanide and other harmful toxins in the soot that settled in these structures," said Robert Baba, CEO and owner of Environmental Consultants, LLC, with offices nationwide. "Just because you don't smell smoke does not mean your business or home isn't contaminated. Homes are not the only structures affected--schools, daycare centers, churches, shopping centers, hotels, multifamily, hospitals--all buildings exposed to the wind-driven smoke and ash are at risk."

Key Points: 
  • LAHAINA, Hawaii, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In light of the devastating fires across Hawaii, Strategic Response Partners, Inc .
  • But by taking the proper decontamination steps, home and building owners can protect their health and that of those around them.
  • People may not be aware of the dangerous levels of carcinogens, cyanide and other harmful toxins in the soot that settled in these structures.
  • Strategic Response Partners, Inc. (SRP) provides expert services, including inspecting, cleaning and restoring damaged structures.

Maui wildfires: Extra logistical challenges hinder government's initial response when disasters strike islands

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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Fires also burned in other areas on Maui, Hawaii’s second-largest island, and its Big Island.

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  • Fires also burned in other areas on Maui, Hawaii’s second-largest island, and its Big Island.
  • President Joe Biden issued a disaster declaration on Aug. 10 that authorizes federal aid to communities in harm’s way.
  • The Conversation asked Ivis García, an urban planner who has researched disaster recovery efforts in Puerto Rico, to explain how the U.S. government responds to disasters like these and how Maui’s geography could interfere with aid delivery.

Is it harder for aid to reach an island than the US mainland?

    • Later, FEMA might bring temporary homes – often called trailers – but only if there’s enough suitable land to accommodate them.
    • There were not a lot of FEMA-supplied trailers in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria struck in 2017.
    • On islands, like Maui, there’s usually not a lot of room to set up trailer parks, whether or not a disaster has just occurred.
    • Aid workers will have more trouble getting to Maui than they would have arriving in North Carolina, for example.
    • There’s typically little public transportation available, and there are few roads even if an aid worker can obtain a vehicle.

What can Maui residents expect from FEMA?

    • On top of emergency aid, food and clothing, FEMA will help residents apply for housing aid as needed.
    • In the meantime, displaced residents may get money or vouchers to cover short-term hotel stays.
    • So it’s likely that many local residents will find it nearly impossible to cover their short-term housing costs with their FEMA assistance.
    • It’s worth noting that regardless of whether one resides in Maui or elsewhere, FEMA only provides housing support for up to 18 months.

What about tourism?

    • Their hotels were damaged, and they were evacuated, along with local residents, to shelters.
    • Once those tourists leave, the hotels damaged by wildfire will need to rebuild before the local tourism industry can recover.

Accela Closes Fiscal Year with 31 Percent Increase in SaaS Annual Recurring Revenue, 36 Percent Increase in New Account Acquisition, and 117 Percent Net Customer Retention

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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SAN RAMON, Calif., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Accela, the trusted provider of cloud solutions at the heart of government operations, today announced it closed the 2023 fiscal year with increases of 31 percent in SaaS annual recurring revenue (ARR) and 36 percent in new accounts signed, as well as net customer retention of 117 percent. Professional services bookings also grew nearly 50 percent. The company was also recognized as a Microsoft Partner of the Year for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • Over the past fiscal year, Accela announced several landmark deals, including a 10-year, $6.2 million contract to lead Merced County, California's digital transformation.
  • The county chose Accela for its single platform approach and ability to dissolve boundaries between departments.
  • In the quarter ending June 30, 2023, Accela announced a 19 percent increase in total ARR and continued 117 percent in net customer retention.
  • Accela was also shortlisted for the 2023 SaaS Awards in the Best Enterprise-Level SaaS Product (USA) category for its leadership in delivering SaaS solutions.

Puerto Rico Selects ICF for $24 Million Disaster Management Contract

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ICF (NASDAQ:ICFI), a global consulting and technology services provider, was recently awarded a multiple-award, recompete contract by the Government of Puerto Rico's Public Private Partnership Authority (P3) to provide disaster recovery project development services. The contract, which is administered by the Central Office for Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency (COR3), was also expanded to include hazard mitigation program services. It has a value of $24 million and a term of three years, including a one-year base and two one-year options.

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  • It has a value of $24 million and a term of three years, including a one-year base and two one-year options.
  • ICF will bring expertise in disaster management and leading-edge technologies to provide program administration and technical assistance support to assist COR3 in dispersing Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds as quickly as possible.
  • Our Puerto Rican-led teams are committed to rebuilding Puerto Rico in a way that protects the island and its residents from the impacts of future disasters."
  • ICF supports communities across the disaster management lifecycle and is an established leader in end-to-end mitigation services—from assessment to public engagement and planning through implementation.

Lenovo's Work For Humankind creates lasting impact in communities across the globe

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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It's a simple yet profound idea that plans for the future while allowing us to leave a positive impact on those who come after us.

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  • It's a simple yet profound idea that plans for the future while allowing us to leave a positive impact on those who come after us.
  • In 2022, community volunteers brought Lenovo technology to residents on Robinson Crusoe Island in the South Pacific.
  • The Work For Humankind island partnership also captured essential data on the Pink-footed Shearwater, a native bird whose ecosystem was threatened.
  • It's my hope we leave a lasting legacy through the power of kindness and collaboration, fueled by technology, and embraced by people across the globe.

Rocket Mortgage Ranked #1 in the U.S. for Client Satisfaction in Mortgage Servicing by J.D. Power for the 9th Time

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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DETROIT, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rocket Mortgage, America's largest retail mortgage lender and part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), was today named #1 for client satisfaction in mortgage servicing by J.D. Power. This is the ninth time Rocket Mortgage has topped this prestigious list, which is entirely based on client feedback collected by the independent research firm.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rocket Mortgage, America's largest retail mortgage lender and part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), was today named #1 for client satisfaction in mortgage servicing by J.D.
  • This is the ninth time Rocket Mortgage has topped this prestigious list, which is entirely based on client feedback collected by the independent research firm.
  • "We see mortgage servicing as a long-term relationship, and we take the responsibility that comes with that relationship very seriously."
  • The company's industry-leading mortgage servicing is a large driver of Rocket Mortgage's 96 percent client retention rate – as of the first quarter of 2023.

ESFI Launches SNAP Campaign for Communities At-Risk of Home Fires

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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ESFI was awarded a Fire Prevention & Safety Grant (FP&S) from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) for fiscal year 2021.

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  • ESFI was awarded a Fire Prevention & Safety Grant (FP&S) from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) for fiscal year 2021.
  • ESFI has used the funding to develop a multi-faceted home fire safety awareness campaign that targets at-risk communities to reduce the number of home fire-related injuries and deaths through community risk reduction.
  • Funding from previous grants has allowed the Foundation to develop and implement a comprehensive home fire safety awareness campaign to educate at-risk communities about home fire hazards.
  • These home fire safety awareness programs have equipped consumers with the knowledge to help prevent home fires throughout the year, focusing primarily on the leading causes of home fires.

SummitET Appoints Adam Montella as Senior Vice President

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Exercises and Training LLC (SummitET®), a Preparedness Solutions Company®, announced the addition of Adam Montella, MPA, MHS-V, CMP as the company's new Senior Vice President.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Exercises and Training LLC (SummitET®), a Preparedness Solutions Company®, announced the addition of Adam Montella, MPA, MHS-V, CMP as the company's new Senior Vice President.
  • With over three and a half decades of direct experience, Adam has worked in senior staff positions or advisory roles in local, state, and federal government, private industry, and non-government organizations.
  • In his role with SummitET, Adam will oversee both programs and operations to effectively coordinate and spearhead initiatives to align them with the company's strategic goals.
  • Furthermore, Adam is a current member of the Department of Energy's Emergency Management Issues Special Interest Group (EMI SIG).