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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cromwell, a global, full-service architecture, engineering, and building services firm, headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, announced today it is expanding its offices to Charlotte, ultimately creating 20 jobs in the region. Select CLT, the business recruitment team at the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, played an integral role in the company’s expansion process. 

Global architecture, engineering, and building services firm Cromwell opens new office in Charlotte.

As one of the oldest architecture firms in the country, the 140-year-old company has legacy clients around the United States. As part of their strategic plan, Cromwell is expanding its footprint to better support existing clients with a local presence, while continuing to cultivate a growing number of business relationships in the region. 

Cromwell’s expansion will initially focus on servicing existing clients within their federal and industrial market base in the region. While serving existing clients, Cromwell has a plan to hire and develop local architects, engineers and other design professionals over the next few years to support all their current service offerings out of the Charlotte office. Long term, Cromwell is committed to becoming active members of the Charlotte business community. While growing their team, client network, and service offerings in the region, Cromwell is eager to give back through community service and engage in local partnerships, with the goal of creating lasting impact in the Charlotte area.

“We are thrilled to be coming to Charlotte, being part of this great community, and supporting the amazing growth happening here,” Dan Fowler, president of Cromwell, said. “After studying several major metro areas, Charlotte consistently ranked at the top of our key categories. Proximity to great talent, access to our clients in the mid-Atlantic region, and the pro-business environment were key factors in our decision. Everyone we met in the community, including city and county officials, really embraced us—and the team at the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance did a fantastic job of orchestrating our study and showcasing Charlotte as a great place for our team to grow. We’re excited to continue our 140 years of positively impacting communities through great design with this expansion in the Charlotte area.”

The CLT Alliance began working with Cromwell last summer after the company reached out for assistance in site selection and market research. Throughout the site selection process, the team, with support from Charlotte Center City Partners, assisted the company decision makers as they further evaluated the market. Cromwell considered locations throughout the US before landing on an office in South End.

“Our team really enjoyed working with Cromwell during their nation-wide site search to showcase what Charlotte has to offer for their future operations,” Kylie Barnes, economic development specialist at the CLT Alliance, said. “It was great to see their excitement about the region grow during their site visits. From the start I could tell that Charlotte would be a great fit for them due to the quality-of-life aspect that meant a lot to them and their employees. Cromwell has a long history of partnering with their community to make a positive impact and we are so excited to have them here in the Charlotte Region.”

Cromwell, a 100% Employee-owned company, is in the process of relocating key employees to the region and is currently planning to open their Charlotte office by the end of 2024. 

“My family and I are extremely excited to join the Charlotte community,” Kody Hart, regional director at Cromwell, said. “Throughout our visits and short period living in the area, our family has been overwhelmed by the reception and kindness we’ve encountered from individuals in the Charlotte area. We look forward to becoming active members of the community, building lasting relationships, and raising our children in this wonderful area.” 

To learn more about Cromwell, visit https://cromwell.com/.

About the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance:

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is the leading voice of business for the City of Charlotte and the 14-county, bi-state region. Formed in 2018 through the merger of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and the Charlotte Regional Partnership, today’s CLT Alliance is the only regional economic development organization that grows the economy, advocates for business, and convenes diverse stakeholders. Our mission is to enthusiastically collaborate to promote and advance the Charlotte Region, creating opportunity, economic growth, and prosperity for all. To learn more, visit charlotteregion.com.

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AppraisalVision Announces Partnership with Alpha7X to Render Legacy Appraisal Management Platforms Obsolete

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With Alpha7X AI Agents, AppraisalVision becomes the first fully autonomous appraisal execution platform, reducing human intervention while ensuring regulatory and investor compliance

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AppraisalVision, the mortgage industry’s leading appraisal technology platform, today announced its transformation into the first fully autonomous appraisal execution system through an exclusive partnership with Alpha7X, a next-generation AI agent platform.

“This marks the end of manual appraisal management. The future is autonomous.”

“Appraisal order management platforms were built for humans. Alpha7X was built to reduce human intervention while ensuring regulatory and investor compliance,” said Jim Cutillo, Founder and CEO of AppraisalVision. “This marks the end of manual appraisal management. The future is autonomous.”

AppraisalVision’s AI-powered architecture now replaces the need for traditional SaaS-based appraisal order management (AOM) systems by using Alpha7X to autonomously manage every step of the process—from order initiation to final report delivery.

What Alpha7X Unlocks for AppraisalVision

Through the integration of Alpha7X, AppraisalVision now delivers:

Instant Order Execution: AI Agents place orders in real-time, eliminating queues and delays.Intelligent Appraiser Selection: Real-time market data drives smart, performance-based assignment.Automated Report Review: Reports are reviewed and validated by AI to ensure data accuracy and compliance.Hands-Free Issue Resolution: AI Agents communicate directly with appraisers, AMCs, and lenders to resolve deficiencies, without human intervention.Stakeholder Communication: AI ensures all parties remain informed and proactively alerts stakeholders of delays or required actions.End-to-End LOS Integration: Alpha7X connects AppraisalVision directly with loan origination systems and valuation models to remove workflow friction.

Replacing Platforms with Autonomous Execution

Traditional appraisal order management platforms were built for manual workflows, human oversight, and operational inefficiency. Alpha7X replaces those workflows entirely. AppraisalVision is now powered by AI that executes every step of the appraisal lifecycle automatically, reducing costs, accelerating turn times, and improving data fidelity.

About AppraisalVision

AppraisalVision is the first platform to deliver autonomous appraisal execution. Originally built to offer SMART Order and SMART Review, the platform has evolved into a fully AI-driven engine for appraisal and valuation management. The company is led by Jim Cutillo, Founder and former CEO of Stonegate Mortgage Corporation.

About Alpha7X

Alpha7X is an AI agent execution platform built to automate the most labor-intensive and time-consuming workflows in mortgage origination, servicing, and fulfillment. Founded by mortgage technology veteran Jim Cutillo, Alpha7X helps mortgage operations scale without human effort, while maintaining compliance and quality.

Media Contact:
Amanda Sherlock
Marketing Coordinator, Alpha7X
asherlock@alpha7x.com

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ONEPACK PLAN™ PET INSURANCE LAUNCHES IN CANADA ENABLING EMPLOYERS TO BRING PEACE OF MIND TO CANADIAN PET PARENTS

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The newly introduced insurance offers a unique solution with affordable, payroll-deducted coverage that eases the financial burden of eligible veterinary costs

TORONTO, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Despite Canadian pet ownership being on the rise with 58 per cent of households owning a dog or cat, just 2 per cent of workplaces offer pet insurance as an employee benefit 1. OnePack Plan™ is proud to announce its launch into the Canadian market providing companies, group benefits providers, and benefits consultants the option to include pet insurance as a benefit for pet-parent employees. Available across all of Canada in both English and French Canadian, OnePack Plan provides employers the option to offer payroll-deductible pet insurance for cats and dogs with a flat group rate, helping to make veterinary costs more manageable during a time when many Canadians are worried about unexpected vet bills.

“The average veterinary visit for an accident or illness costs up to $1,000,2″ said Michelle Yates, EVP of Business Development at OnePack Plan in Canada. “For many pet parents and employees in Canada, unexpected bills of this size can cause significant financial strain and stress. By offering OnePack Plan, employers can help alleviate this worry by making veterinary care more financially accessible so their employees can focus on what truly matters – enjoying life with their pets.”

An Increasing Desire for Employer-Offered Pet Insurance

OnePack Plan’s research found with Canadian pet ownership increasing, 50 per cent of Canadian pet parents express interest in employer-offered pet insurance1, demonstrating a large demand for this offering across the country. OnePack Plan bridges this gap, providing a highly requested employee benefit that attracts and retains talent while also supporting pet parents in providing the best care for their furry family members.

Financial strain over unexpected veterinary costs is common among Canadians. The same study conducted by OnePack Plan found 42 per cent of Canadian pet parents make financial sacrifices for pet care, with 40 per cent saying they have missed work due to their pet’s health1.

OnePack Plan can help provide relief and peace of mind with comprehensive coverage and affordable premiums, including optional add-ons for wellness and preventative care. The plan features no breed restrictions and can offer coverage for pre-existing conditions after 365 days of continuous coverage3.

Meeting Employee Needs and Simplifying Benefits for HR Leaders

OnePack Plan’s unique approach to pet insurance integrates benefits administration software into already existing infrastructure, allowing a simple onboarding process for HR professionals to and easy enrolment for employees with the option to set up payroll deductions through their regular benefits administration system. HR leaders and benefits providers will also be able customize their plan to fit individual business needs in small, mid-size, and large companies with diverse needs.

“We’ve seen a growing focus on wellness in the workplace and know pets play a significant role in improving mental health,” said Yates. “Implementing policies that show empathy and consideration for pet parents can be a game changer for employee satisfaction and retention.”

With its Canadian launch, OnePack Plan will be addressing a need in the benefits market by offering an accessible and simplified process for employees to get pet insurance and creating the opportunity for Canadian employers to respond to changing attitudes around both pet ownership and employee expectations.

For more information about OnePack Plan in Canada, visit www.onepackplan.ca or www.onepackplan.ca/fr.

About OnePack Plan 

OnePack Plan™ is an employer-offered pet insurance program for Canadian businesses and pet parents, providing affordable, payroll-deductible coverage for cats and dogs. Offering accident or accident and illness coverage, the plan ensures peace of mind for pet parents. Policies are underwritten by Northbridge General Insurance Corporation and distributed by PTZ Insurance Services Ltd. (“PTZ”), & Société d’Assurances Collectives (Sodaco) Inc. in Quebec. Plan features, rates, and eligibility may vary by province or territory. For full terms and conditions, visit www.onepackplan.ca.

1 Angus Reid (2024) Pet Insurance and Pet Ownership in Canada Study (1,005 respondents). Commissioned by Independence Pet Group, Inc., an affiliate of PTZ.

2 Source: 2022 PTZ Insurance claims data. Value of claims in $ CAD.

3 After 365 days of continuous coverage. Waiting period may be waived for groups over 200 employees or with prior coverage for Accident & Illness plans.

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Telehealth.org Acquired and Relaunches to Become the Central Hub for Telehealth Success

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CHARLESTON, S.C., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Doxy.me, a leading HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform trusted by over a million providers worldwide, has acquired and relaunched Telehealth.org with a bold new vision: to become the definitive hub for telehealth education, CME/CE training, compliance, consulting, and telehealth news across all areas of healthcare.

Founded by Dr. Marlene Maheu in 1997, Telehealth.org has long served as a trusted resource for providers — offering telehealth continuing education, expert consulting, and one of the most widely read telehealth newsletters, with over 300,000 subscribers. While initially focused on telebehavioral health, Telehealth.org now supports healthcare professionals across all specialties seeking practical guidance on virtual care.

Now, under the leadership of Doxy.me, Telehealth.org is expanding to serve the entire healthcare ecosystem: from primary care to specialty clinics, and from independent practitioners to large health systems.

Why Doxy.me Acquired Telehealth.org

“Telehealth success is about more than just the right technology,” said Brandon M. Welch, MS, PhD, founder and CEO of Doxy.me and co-author of Telehealth Success. “It’s about patients, clinicians, workflows, finances, laws, and regulations. You need the full picture. Telehealth.org will help healthcare organizations bring all the pieces together.”

One of the core commitments of the new Telehealth.org is open access. Providers do not need to be Doxy.me users to benefit. The platform offers a wide array of free telehealth resources, expert articles, and tools to support any healthcare professional looking to improve their virtual care delivery.

What’s New at Telehealth.org

Telehealth.org is relaunching as the central knowledge hub for virtual care, with a rapidly growing set of tools, services, and expert content designed to help providers succeed in telehealth.

New offerings include:

News & Analysis – Regular industry updates, expert commentary, policy analysis, and telehealth research roundups.Telehealth Training & CME Courses – A growing library of on-demand courses, certifications, and interactive trainings that cover the latest telehealth best practices.Telehealth Jobs & Careers – A specialized job board and recruiting service helping clinicians and healthcare organizations fill critical virtual care roles.Compliance Hub – Risk assessment tools, HIPAA guidance, and subscription-based support to help providers achieve and maintain telehealth compliance.Consulting Network – Access to vetted telehealth consultants with expertise in technology, clinical workflows, reimbursement, policy, and more.

Telehealth.org will be adding new content, tools, and expert voices weekly. The platform’s mission is to become the go-to destination for everything telehealth, whether you’re launching a virtual care program or leveling up an existing one.

Partner With Us

Telehealth.org is actively seeking partnerships with thought leaders, educators, health tech innovators, compliance and legal experts, professional associations, and publishers to feature their telehealth products, services, and expertise on the platform.

If you offer solutions that help providers succeed in telehealth, contact us to explore partnership opportunities.

About Telehealth.org

Telehealth.org is a comprehensive hub for virtual care success, offering expert resources, CME/CE training, consulting services, and news for healthcare professionals across all specialties. Originally founded in 1997 and relaunched by Doxy.me in 2025, Telehealth.org helps providers, clinics, and health systems navigate the complexities of telehealth — from compliance and clinical workflows to technology and reimbursement. Learn more at www.telehealth.org.

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Media inquiries: hello@telehealth.org

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