BOULDER, Colo., March 6, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Sydney Barber, head of product, has been named a 2026 recipient of the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Residential mPact Young Professionals Spotlight Award. Barber was one of only five professionals selected for the honor, which recognizes industry leaders under 40 who are driving meaningful impact within their organizations, strengthening communities and helping shape the future of homeownership.

Photo caption: Sydney Barber of Floify.

Since joining Floify in 2019, Barber has played a key role in shaping the company’s product strategy and expanding the capabilities of its POS platform to better serve lenders and borrowers. Her leadership has helped drive Floify’s continued growth and a customer satisfaction rating of 98.2%, while introducing new capabilities designed to simplify workflows, reduce costs and expand access to home financing.

Barber led the development of Dynamic Apps, a no-code feature that enables lenders to tailor loan applications by loan type. She followed that with Dynamic AI, an AI-driven capability that prioritizes document collection before the loan application, allowing AI-driven data extraction and validation to pre-populate borrower applications. Most recently, she guided Dynamic Apps 2.0 to market, enabling lenders to tailor application flows by loan type, including HELOC, construction, ag, non-QM and more.

Barber has also been instrumental in advancing borrower-centric innovation across the platform, helping make Floify the first mortgage POS to offer fully translated loan applications, ADA-compliant borrower interfaces and direct automated underwriting system (AUS) support for on-time rent payment data through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Beyond her professional contributions, Barber is active in her community, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity in Boulder and serving as a volunteer judge for the Colorado Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), where she mentors and encourages the next generation of business leaders.

“Sydney has an exceptional ability to translate complex industry challenges into technology that makes life easier for lenders and borrowers alike,” said Joshua Steffan, SVP and Group General Manager at Porch Group and Interim President and General Manager of Floify. “This recognition from MBA reflects the impact she’s already making across the mortgage ecosystem, and we’re incredibly proud to see her honored among the industry’s rising leaders.”

For a complete list of winners, view the MBA mPact announcement on LinkedIn:

ABOUT FLOIFY:

Floify is a fully configurable point of sale (POS) platform that streamlines the loan process with a secure application, communication and document portal between lenders, borrowers, referral partners and other mortgage stakeholders. Its Dynamic AI feature reimagines the mortgage application process by moving document collection and AI-driven data extraction to the very beginning of the process, allowing borrowers to upload key documents and have applications prepopulated with verified information, accelerating pre-approvals and simplifying the borrower experience. Floify is a subsidiary of Porch Group, Inc. (“Porch Group”) (NASDAQ: PRCH). For more, visit https://floify.com/ or find us on social media at Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter / X.

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LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood announced today a major sustainability milestone: the 2027 Oscars ceremony and all other events and concerts starting in 2027, will be supported by on-site renewable energy and related infrastructure, marking a significant leap towards reducing the environmental footprint of one of the world’s most recognized venues. A similar project is expected at a later date at the TCL Chinese Theatre.

Image caption: Dolby THEATRE logo.

The Solar and Storage deployment will support multiple operations spanning both the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre and the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, with future plans to also power the entire Ovation mall and attached Loews Hollywood Hotel.

The initiative includes the installation of advanced solar photovoltaic systems and battery energy storage designed to supply locally generated renewable power and enhance energy resilience during major live broadcasts.

“As a global cultural institution, the owners of The Dolby Theatre and the TCL Chinese Theatre, the importance of responsible leadership,” said a representative of the owners. “Transitioning our flagship events, which also include The Espy Awards, PaleyFest, iHeart Radio Awards and more, toward on-site renewable energy reflects our long-term commitment to sustainability and innovation.”

Visionary Hollywood producer and real estate developer Elie Samaha and his investors made the announcement to reflect a lifelong commitment to renewables. “We’ve been working on this for years now and it’s finally coming together; we will implement these technologies across multiple locations in Hollywood and also in our Theater Box complex in San Diego. It’s time for the entertainment and hospitality industries to adopt renewable energy in all of its flagship events.”

INFRASTRUCTURE OVERVIEW

The multi-site clean energy deployment will include:

• High-efficiency solar photovoltaic installations
• Battery energy storage systems to manage peak demand and support load stability.
• Integrated controls to optimize energy use during high-demand live production events

The systems are designed to reduce reliance on grid electricity during peak operations while providing long-term operational resilience for the venues.

To deliver the infrastructure, theatre ownership selected Zero Impact Solutions, a California-based clean energy integrator specializing in commercial-scale solar and battery energy storage systems.

“Large-scale live events require reliability and precision engineering,” said a spokesperson for Zero Impact Solutions. “Our role is to design and deploy distributed energy systems capable of supporting mission-critical operations while advancing long-term sustainability goals.”

A MODEL FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVE EVENTS

Live global broadcasts require significant electrical demand for lighting, production, broadcasting, and audience operations. Integrating solar generation with on-site battery storage creates a scalable model for reducing event-related emissions while maintaining performance standards expected by international audiences.

The battery energy storage component of the project is expected to qualify under California’s Self-Generation Incentive Program, supporting the state’s broader strategy to accelerate distributed energy resources.

Dolby’s transition toward renewable infrastructure reflects a growing movement across the entertainment industry to reduce environmental impact while preserving operational excellence.

LONG-TERM VISION

Beyond the 2027 worldwide special events, the clean energy systems will remain in place to serve the venues year-round, reinforcing long-term sustainability objectives and strengthening energy resilience within Hollywood’s entertainment district.

Additional details regarding project milestones and completion timelines will be announced as development progresses.

ABOUT ZERO IMPACT SOLUTIONS

Zero Impact Solutions is a California-based clean energy infrastructure company specializing in the engineering, procurement, and construction of integrated EV Charging, solar and battery energy storage systems for commercial and institutional clients.

ABOUT THE DOLBY THEATRE

One of the world’s premier entertainment venues, Dolby Theatre Hollywood, which turns 25 years-old in 2026, has hosted a range of notable international television specials and award events including NBC/Peacock networks’ first of its kind “Wicked: For Good” special November 6, featuring stars of the original movie, The Academy Awards, ABC’s Kelly & Mark ‘After Oscars Special’, the American Idol finals, AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards to Francis Ford Coppola, Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, George Lucas and others, ESPN’s ESPY Awards, the BET Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, K-pop’s “MAMA” Awards, PaleyFest, Clio Awards, Netflix is a Joke Festival, America’s Got Talent and the Daytime Emmy Awards.

Many legendary artists, including Alicia Keys, Celine Dion, Elvis Costello, Barry Manilow, Stevie Wonder, Harry Connick, Jr., Melissa Etheridge, Dixie Chicks, Tyler Perry, and Louis C.K., Hillary Clinton book tour with Maria Shriver, and a host of touring productions, from “Dancing With The Stars Live” to “Annie,” “Hairspray,” “Tootsie” and “Rent,” have been featured on the Dolby stage.

The Dolby Theatre also hosts a number of movie premieres, from Timothee Chalamet’s “A Complete Unknown” to Disney’s “Mufasa,” featuring Beyonce.

The recent ELDEN RING Symphonic Adventure merged music with game footage and the Dolby Theatre features typically sold-out viewing concerts that combine full-blown live orchestral presentations with beloved feature films including anime. Selected examples, Sonic Symphony, Attack on Titan, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Spiderman: Across the SpiderVerse, One Piece Music Symphony, Evangelion and Blade Runner Live.

Guided theatre tours are offered daily (with production and performance schedule exceptions). Please refer to the Tour Schedule for availability. The walking tour offers visitors architectural and historical highlights of the world-renowned venue and has received top reviews from visitors.

Learn more: https://dolbytheatre.com/tours/schedule-and-tickets/

ABOUT THE TCL CHINESE THEATRE

A must-see attraction for worldwide visitors to Hollywood, The TCL Chinese Theatre, which opened in the silent movie era as Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, is entering its 99th year as the world’s most famous movie palace with a flagship IMAX® Theatre, Hollywood’s first…and the world’s biggest!

Along with Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood, The TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX® is among Los Angeles’ top five tourist attractions and one of the top #20 in the world.

Three Oscar® ceremonies, in 1944, 1945 and 1946, were held at the TCL Chinese. A great number of the 300-plus stars honored in handprint ceremonies are Oscar® winners. Hollywood luminaries Jessica Chastain, Robert De Niro, Vin Diesel, Francis Ford Coppola and Dwayne Johnson, the “Twilight” stars, Robert Duvall, Kim Novak, the late Peter O’Toole, Helen Mirren, Sandra Bullock, Jerry Lewis, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling have all put their handprints and footprints in the legendary forecourt, as did director Quentin Tarantino and two-time Oscar® winners Jennifer Lawrence and Jane Fonda and even MGM’s “Leo the Lion” for the studio’s 90th.

The acclaimed movie palace hosts over 40 red carpet film premieres and since it opened it has hosted numerous legendary premieres, including those for internationally acclaimed film franchises, such as “Star Wars” and “Harry Potter.”

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JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., March 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads released its February 2026 Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm tracks industrial capital investment activity across North America, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects.

Renovations and Equipment Upgrades Fell 18% in February 2026; Other Capital Projects Remain Stable.

February research identified 133 new Industrial Manufacturing projects, representing a 5% month-over-month decline from 140 projects recorded in January. All other tracked capital project categories remained stable, indicating a modest pullback in planned activity rather than a broad contraction in industrial investment.

The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING – BY PROJECT TYPE

• Manufacturing/Production Facilities – 117 New Projects
• Distribution and Industrial Warehouse – 66 New Projects

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING – BY PROJECT SCOPE/ACTIVITY

• New Construction – 32 New Projects
• Expansion – 48 New Projects
• Renovations/Equipment Upgrades – 62 New Projects
• Plant Closings – 13 New Projects

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING – BY PROJECT LOCATION (TOP 10 STATES)

• New York – 10
• Massachusetts – 9
• North Carolina – 8
• Texas – 8
• Tennessee – 7
• California – 6
• Florida – 6
• Georgia – 6
• Iowa – 6
• Indiana – 6
• Pennsylvania – 6

LARGEST PLANNED PROJECT

During the month of February, our research team identified 19 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Eli Lilly and Company, who is planning to invest $4 billion for the construction of a 925,000 sf processing campus at 9802 Main St. in FOGELSVILLE, PA. They are currently seeking approval for the project, with completion slated for 2031.

TOP 10 TRACKED INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING PROJECTS

PENNSYLVANIA:

Pharmaceutical company is planning to invest $1 billion for the construction of a processing facility in LOWER GWYNEDD TWP., PA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

INDIANA:

Steel company is planning to invest $900 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in GARY, IN. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

VIRGINIA:

Aerospace component mfr. is planning to invest $500 million for the construction of an 860,000 sf manufacturing facility in HURT, VA. They have recently received approval for the project.

NORTH CAROLINA:

Energy infrastructure equipment mfr. is planning to invest $421 million for an expansion of their manufacturing facilities in CHARLOTTE, NC, RURAL HALL, NC and RALEIGH, NC. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

NEW YORK:

Textile waste regeneration company is planning to invest $390 million for the construction of a 145,000 sf processing facility in ROCHESTER, NY. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2029.

ILLINOIS:

Pharmaceutical company is planning to invest $380 million for the construction of two processing facilities on their campus in NORTH CHICAGO, IL. Construction is expected to start in Spring 2026, with completion slated for 2029.

MISSISSIPPI:

Energy infrastructure equipment mfr. is planning to invest $300 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in PEARL, MS. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

FLORIDA:

Defense shipbuilder is planning to invest $275 million for the construction of a 400,000 sf manufacturing facility in PENSACOLA, FL. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for Fall 2027.

NORTH CAROLINA:

Fiber optic cable mfr. is planning to invest $268 million for an expansion of their manufacturing facility in HICKORY, NC. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

WISCONSIN:

Power tool mfr. is planning to invest $206 million for the construction of a 750,000 sf manufacturing and warehouse facility on Good Hope Rd. in MENOMONEE FALLS, WI. The project includes the renovation of a 164,000 sf research and laboratory facility at the site. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

ABOUT INDUSTRIAL SALESLEADS, INC.

Since 1959, Industrial SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team. Visit us at https://salesleadsinc.com/.

Each month, our team provides hundreds of industrial reports within a variety of industries, including:

• Industrial Manufacturing
• Plastics
• Food and Beverage
• Metals
• Power Generation
• Pulp Paper and Wood
• Oil and Gas
• Mining and Aggregates
• Chemical
• Research and Development
• Distribution and Supply Chain
• Pipelines
• Pharmaceutical
• Industrial Buildings
• Waste Water Treatment
• Data Centers

More information: https://www.salesleadsinc.com/industry/industrial-manufacturing/

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NEW YORK, N.Y., March 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report and BioElectRx Business Report newsletters, announced that the Ninth Annual Bioelectronic Medicine Forum will take place on April 14, 2026. The one-day event will be held at the New York Academy of Medicine in Manhattan.

Photo caption: iota Biosciences CEO Michel Maharbiz will keynote the 2026 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum in New York City on April 14.

Michel Maharbiz, CEO of iota Biosciences, will keynote the conference. The innovative bioelectronic medicine firm spun off from UC Berkeley in 2017 and was acquired by Astellas, a global pharmaceutical company, in 2021 in a deal worth several hundred million dollars. Until 2021, Michel was a full professor and is now an adjunct professor with the department of electrical engineering and computer science at the University of California, Berkeley. Prof. Maharbiz received his B.S. from Cornell University and his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley under nanotechnologist Prof. Roger T. Howe and synthetic biologist Jay D. Keasling.

European firms Coherence Neuro and Graphenicalab will present at the meeting, as will U.S. startup firm Spiro Medical. Venture capital professionals Jeff Chu from Features Capital, Allan Gobbs from ATEM Capital, and Jeffrey Scott Cohen from Ladenburg Thalmann & Co will participate in panels devoted to investment in bioelectronic medicine.

There will also be several informative panel discussions on key topics such as novel diagnostics, emerging technologies, and reimbursement. Neurotech Reports editors James Cavuoto, Jeremy Koff, Victor Pikov, and JoJo Platt will moderate sessions at the event.

Also at the event, Jennifer French, executive director of Neurotech Network, will sit down for a fireside chat with Neurotech Reports editor James Cavuoto for a discussion on the history of the bioelectronic medicine industry.

Cirtec Medical is the Platinum Sponsor of the conference. MST is the Gold Sponsor. Osypka is the Silver Sponsor.

“Bioelectronic medicine merges some of the best attributes of biopharma and neurotech approaches to treating systemic disorders,” said James Cavuoto, editor and publisher at Neurotech Reports. “This ninth-annual conference will be a key meeting place for entrepreneurs and executives helping to build this industry.”

For more information on the 2026 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum, contact Neurotech Reports at 415 546 1259 or visit this link: http://neurotechreports.com/pages/bioelectronic-medicine-forum.html.

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PALM BEACH, Fla., March 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Slate Watch Company is highlighting two dive watch models for 2026, the Lapizta Izurus Diver Chronograph and the Lapizta Audax Diver, as part of its continued focus on functional, modern timepieces.

Image caption: Lapizta Izurus 300M WR 48MM Black Dial Gold Chronograph Dive Watch.

Dive watches remain a key category in the watch industry, combining utility with everyday wearability. While established brands continue to lead the market, independent retailers and emerging manufacturers are expanding options for consumers seeking contemporary designs and accessible price points.

The Lapizta Izurus Diver Chronograph features a large case and bold design, paired with a Japanese Miyota OS20 quartz chronograph movement. The watch includes chronograph timing functions, a 24-hour subdial and a date display. It is rated for 300 meters of water resistance and includes a unidirectional bezel and reinforced crystal for durability.

Despite its size, the Izurus is designed for daily wear, with an ergonomic case and flexible silicone strap. Its dial emphasizes legibility, with high-contrast elements intended for both underwater use and everyday conditions.

The Lapizta Audax Diver offers a more streamlined design, with a 43 mm case suited for a wider range of wrist sizes. The model features a brown dial with gold-tone accents, providing an alternative to traditional dive watch colorways.

Like the Izurus, the Audax is rated for 300 meters of water resistance and includes a screw-down crown. The watch is designed to transition between casual and more formal settings while maintaining its core functionality as a dive watch.

According to Slate Watch Company, both models reflect a shift toward watches that prioritize durability, readability and versatility over purely collectible appeal.

Both models are available at: https://slatewatchcompany.com/.

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