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loanDepot featured in Orange County Business Journal’s fourth annual report on “Companies That Care”

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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loanDepot, Inc. ("LDI" or "Company") (NYSE: LDI), a leading provider of home lending solutions that enable customers to achieve the dream of home ownership, has been named in Orange County Business Journal’s fourth annual “ Companies That Care ” report, recognizing the companies making Orange County a better place for all.

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  • loanDepot, Inc. ("LDI" or "Company") (NYSE: LDI), a leading provider of home lending solutions that enable customers to achieve the dream of home ownership, has been named in Orange County Business Journal’s fourth annual “ Companies That Care ” report, recognizing the companies making Orange County a better place for all.
  • With a culture deeply rooted in volunteerism and community support, loanDepot earned a place on the list for its ongoing support of non-profit organizations that serve Orange County, where the company is headquartered.
  • “Each year, team loanDepot members are provided with paid time off to help them pursue their volunteer work in the community.
  • As one of the country's top providers of VA loans, loanDepot is deeply committed to serving the military community.

Sealy & Company Acquires 265,700 SF in Des Moines and Commits to Donating to the Marine Corps Scholarship in Collaboration with New Partners VanTrust

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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In a show of unwavering commitment to supporting our nation’s heroes and their families, Sealy & Company, in honor of its new partners, VanTrust, will make a significant contribution to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation commemorating the transaction.

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  • In a show of unwavering commitment to supporting our nation’s heroes and their families, Sealy & Company, in honor of its new partners, VanTrust, will make a significant contribution to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation commemorating the transaction.
  • In addition to adding to the company’s expanding portfolio, Sealy & Company, in collaboration with VanTrust, is showcasing the two entities' core values of corporate responsibility by supporting the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.
  • The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is an organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the children of United States Marines.
  • Sealy & Company has an exceptional team of over 100 employees, with corporate offices in Dallas, TX and Shreveport, LA.

Brian Jones Named as Xenith Solutions COO Further Strengthening Xenith's Commitment to M&A

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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RESTON, Va., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xenith Solutions today announced Brian Jones will be joining Xenith as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective June 22, 2023.

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  • RESTON, Va., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xenith Solutions today announced Brian Jones will be joining Xenith as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective June 22, 2023.
  • Prior to joining Xenith, Brian was the Chief Operating Officer of FON Federal, spearheading the formation of all operational and finance activities.
  • He oversaw buy-side Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) deals and was involved in the sourcing, underwriting, and management of strategic partnerships.
  • "I am excited to continue my journey as part of the leadership team at Xenith Solutions," says Brian.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Gives Record Number of Scholarships

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest number of scholarships and highest dollar amount ever awarded in one year in its more than 60-year history. For the 2023-2024 academic year, MCSF will award $10.8 million in scholarships to 2,758 children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen nationwide — nearly 150 more students than the previous academic year. MCSF's mission is to honor Marines by providing scholarships for their children attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career and technical education programs in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest number of scholarships and highest dollar amount ever awarded in one year in its more than 60-year history.
  • MCSF's mission is to honor Marines by providing scholarships for their children attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career and technical education programs in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
    Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation gives largest number of scholarships and highest dollar amount in its history.
  • "We are thrilled to be awarding our largest group of scholars in the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's history.
  • and current President and CEO of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.

EASY HONDA RECEIVES HOUSTON'S ONLY PRESIDENT'S AWARD

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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HOUSTON, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Easy Honda has been honored as Houston's sole recipient of Honda's prestigious President's Award, the highest accolade granted to Honda dealerships.

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  • HOUSTON, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Easy Honda has been honored as Houston's sole recipient of Honda's prestigious President's Award, the highest accolade granted to Honda dealerships.
  • Typically reserved for the top 15% of Honda dealerships nationwide, Easy Honda has achieved this distinction in its first full year of operation.
  • Brijen Dave, Managing Partner and General Manager of Easy Honda, expressed his gratitude by saying, "From the very beginning, our entire Easy Honda team has been dedicated to providing all of our customers with the highest level of service.
  • Easy Honda has also made a commitment to make a lasting impact and inspire happiness throughout the Houston community with The Happiness Project.

Scholarships Awarded to Engineering and Land Surveying Students

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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ACEC California's Scholarship Foundation awards annual scholarships to accomplished graduate or undergraduate college students working toward a degree in engineering or land surveying, with the top award recipients nominated to apply for the ACEC National scholarship competition.

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  • ACEC California's Scholarship Foundation awards annual scholarships to accomplished graduate or undergraduate college students working toward a degree in engineering or land surveying, with the top award recipients nominated to apply for the ACEC National scholarship competition.
  • "This scholarship enables talented individuals to access quality education and training, which can be a major steppingstone toward a successful career in land surveying or the engineering industry," said Assemblymember Chris Ward (D-San Diego).
  • In total, ACEC California awarded $65,000 in scholarship funds to 14 students: seven graduate students and seven undergraduate students.
  • "The world needs more engineers and land surveyors, and ACEC California is proud to help support the bright and promising careers of these students," said Brad Diede, Executive Director of ACEC California.

THE EASY HONDA HAPPINESS PROJECT SPREAD MORE JOY IN 2022

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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HOUSTON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Happiness Project, an initiative developed by Easy Honda in an effort to make a lasting impact and inspire happiness throughout the Houston community, had a successful and fulfilling 2022.

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  • HOUSTON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Happiness Project, an initiative developed by Easy Honda in an effort to make a lasting impact and inspire happiness throughout the Houston community, had a successful and fulfilling 2022.
  • In February, the Happiness Project hosted a puppy adoption event with Houston Pets Alive at Easy Honda.
  • In June, the Happiness Project raised over $6,000 for Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital as part of the #TeamHondaCares Community Impact Campaign.
  • "The Happiness Project gives us the opportunity to advance causes that matter to both our employees and our customers," said Brijen Dave, Managing Partner for Easy Honda.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Receives Record-Breaking $65 Million Gift

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, from Fred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx. The $65 million-dollar gift will make a life-changing difference for thousands of military families. The donation bolsters the mission set forth by the MCSF of honoring Marines by providing scholarships for their children attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career and technical education programs in all 50 states.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, from Fred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx.
  • TheMarine Corps Scholarship Foundation(MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, fromFred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx.
  • In addition to benefitting the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the MCSF has been entrusted to use half of the funds to establish the Brown Hudner Navy Scholarship Foundation.
  • About The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation:
    Established in 1962, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is the Nation's oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships for military children.

ISTS Receives Award of Excellence from National Scholarship Providers Association

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ISTS was recently named the 2022 recipient of the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) Keystone Award, an accolade bestowed upon a company or consultant that sells products or services to NSPA members and has made especially outstanding contributions to the advancement of the scholarship community.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ISTS was recently named the 2022 recipient of the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) Keystone Award, an accolade bestowed upon a company or consultant that sells products or services to NSPA members and has made especially outstanding contributions to the advancement of the scholarship community.
  • The Keystone Award is one of several Awards of Excellence offered by NSPA to acknowledge and celebrate organizations and individuals contributing to student success and advancements in the scholarship industry.
  • As a longtime supporter of NSPA, ISTS attends and exhibits at the annual conference as well as presents thought-leadership webinars, serves on event committees, and engages in activities to connect with scholarship providers in the NSPA network.
  • NSPA's Executive Director Jackie Bright presented ISTS with the award during the Gala Dinner of the RESILIENCE 2022 Conference, held October 19-21 in Chicago, Illinois.

Record Demand for Atlanta Therapeutic Horsemanship Drives Chastain Horse Park $9 Million Expansion

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After a 46% increase in demand for therapeutic riding sessions last year, Chastain Horse Park (CHP) is planning for exponential growth within its therapeutic programs. This will translate to more than 5,000 sessions in 2022, 36% of which will be subsidized by non-profit CHP and its partners. To double impact of the program, the new facility will enable the campus to shift its focus from individual to group sessions and broaden its community outreach to include additional underserved and at-risk individuals. It is one of only two remaining urban horse parks in the U.S. and is Premier Accredited by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International.

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    ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After a 46% increase in demand for therapeutic riding sessions last year, Chastain Horse Park (CHP) is planning for exponential growth within its therapeutic programs.
  • It is one of only two remaining urban horse parks in the U.S. and is Premier Accredited by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International.
  • CHP is in Chastain Park, a City of Atlanta Park campus offering baseball and football fields, a golf course, a pool, tennis courts, and walking paths.
  • Gross believes a new therapeutic horsemanship center, including clinical and educational spaces, could inspire healthcare professionals to embrace the role of the horse in therapeutic services.