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Relay Payments supports the Wreaths Across America Honor Fleet in recognition of fallen veterans

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Friday, October 13, 2023

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ATLANTA, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Relay Payments, the fintech company modernizing payments for the logistics and trucking industries, is proud to support Wreaths Across America for the second consecutive year. The company is donating $5,000 worth of diesel fuel to offset costs for owner-operators participating in the organization's Honor Fleet, comprised of hundreds of professional drivers and carriers who volunteer their time and trucks to deliver wreaths to honor our nation's fallen heroes. Relay is also contributing an additional $20,000 in fuel discounts for the organization's thank-you gift bags for Honor Fleet drivers.

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Relay is also contributing an additional $20,000 in fuel discounts for the organization's thank-you gift bags for Honor Fleet drivers.
"It's an honor and a privilege to support drivers of the Honor Fleet as they contribute their own time and equipment to distribute wreaths across the country."
In 2022, Wreaths Across America and its national network of volunteers placed more than 2.7 million veterans' wreaths on the headstones of service members at 3,702 participating locations.
"We're grateful to Relay for their support of our Honor Fleet drivers, who are giving back in recognition of the sacrifice our veterans make everyday."

First Successful "Forged in Fatherhood" Event Focuses on 6 Pillars of Fatherhood & Inspires Strong Leaders in Both Business and Family

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Friday, October 6, 2023

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On September 2, 2023, "Forged in Fatherhood," an inaugural event dedicated to empowering and uplifting the role of fathers, achieved resounding success. "Our mission with Forged in Fatherhood events is to help fathers become intentional and loving parents so they can build lifelong relationships with their children," said Tyson Junkers, Founder of Forged in Fatherhood. This community and transformative event, founded by Tyson Junkers, gathered a stellar lineup of speakers who illuminated the path of fatherhood with motivation and education, fostering a deeper understanding of the six fundamental pillars that are foundational for fatherhood today.

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The "Forged in Fatherhood" event revolved around the six core pillars:
Compassion: Nurturing love, empathy, and emotional connection within the family.
Tyson Junkers, the visionary behind "Forged in Fatherhood," opened the event by highlighting the importance of these six pillars in shaping strong and compassionate fathers.
Sean spoke to the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship and fatherhood, offering strategies for maintaining a strong presence in both roles.
The "Forged in Fatherhood" event concluded with a profound message from each speaker, reinforcing the importance of these six pillars.

$4K HAVEN Grant Helps U.S. Army Veteran Purchase First Home

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

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Mr. Grantham, 33, and his wife had been renting for 10 years and wanted to buy a house.
Mr. Grantham learned of the grant program through a friend.
HAVEN provides grants to veterans and active-duty, reserve or National Guard service members who have been disabled in the line of duty since August 2, 1990.
It really gave us piece of mind to know that the funds were there.” He has recommended the program to other veterans.

FHLB Dallas and Veritex Community Bank Give Veteran Relief from Texas Heat

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Friday, July 21, 2023

U.S. Air Force veteran Ryan Urquhart can keep cool in the Texas heat thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through its member, Veritex Community Bank (Veritex).

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U.S. Air Force veteran Ryan Urquhart can keep cool in the Texas heat thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through its member, Veritex Community Bank (Veritex).
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A retired U.S. Air Force veteran is able to stay cool in the Texas heat, thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans grant from Veritex Community Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas.
“At Veritex, we strive to be the bank that not only provides exceptional financial services, but also delivers unparalleled support and uplifts the entire community.
“Veritex’s involvement in the HAVEN program has a profound impact in veterans’ lives,” said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas.

$15K from Home Bank and FHLB Dallas Gives Air Force Veteran Fresh Start

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Funds can be used for modifications to an existing home, to offset construction costs, or assist with down payments and closing costs.

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Funds can be used for modifications to an existing home, to offset construction costs, or assist with down payments and closing costs.
In addition, the funds may be used to assist Gold Star Families that were impacted during this timeframe.
Miles was able to make critical repairs to her home, which was damaged by Hurricane Ida in 2021.
She credits Community Development Director and Senior Vice President Kelvin Luster at Home Bank for a smooth application and review process.

FHLB Dallas Expands Eligibility for Veterans Housing Program

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Friday, July 7, 2023

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has expanded the eligibility for the Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) program.

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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has expanded the eligibility for the Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) program.
“With this expansion, more disabled veterans and Gold Star Families will qualify for assistance for necessary home repairs or for down payment and closing cost assistance,” said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas.
FHLB Dallas allocated $300,000 in HAVEN funds for 2023, which member financial institutions may access to assist eligible applicants on a first-come, first-served basis.
See fhlb.com/haven for more information about HAVEN and click here to see a list of participating members.

FINRA Expels Monmouth Capital Management

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Friday, July 7, 2023

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FINRA announced today that it has expelled Monmouth Capital Management for churning and excessively trading customer accounts in violation of Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), failing to supervise its representatives, and providing false and misleading disclosures to retail customers on its client relationship summary (Form CRS).

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FINRA announced today that it has expelled Monmouth Capital Management for churning and excessively trading customer accounts in violation of Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), failing to supervise its representatives, and providing false and misleading disclosures to retail customers on its client relationship summary (Form CRS).
“Monmouth abdicated its responsibility to reasonably supervise its representatives’ trading, resulting in substantial harm to customers, including Gold Star families.
FINRA also found that between Nov. 9, 2020, and Feb. 28, 2023, Monmouth made false and misleading statements on its Form CRS.
This matter originated from a customer complaint made to FINRA concerning a former Monmouth registered representative.

$10K Grant from FHLB Dallas and Arvest Bank Helps National Guard Veteran

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Monday, July 3, 2023

U.S. military veteran Tracy Hayes can move around her Hensley, Arkansas, home more easily thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through its member, Arvest Bank (Arvest).

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U.S. military veteran Tracy Hayes can move around her Hensley, Arkansas, home more easily thanks to a $10,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through its member, Arvest Bank (Arvest).
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A retired National Guard veteran is now able to move around her home more freely, thanks to a $10,000 HAVEN grant from Arvest Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas.
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HAVEN provides grants to veterans and active-duty, reserve or National Guard service members who have been disabled in the line of duty since August 2, 1990.
“It’s so much easier to get up and down the stairs.”
Ms. Hayes, now 52, served in the National Guard for 27 years.

A Gold Star Families Monument to Honor Veterans and Their Families in Morgan County

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Friday, June 23, 2023

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The Gold Star Families Monument is a tribute to the brave veterans and their families who have made significant sacrifices for our nation's freedom.

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The Gold Star Families Monument is a tribute to the brave veterans and their families who have made significant sacrifices for our nation's freedom.
Vets Like Us, an organization dedicated to serving veterans, recognized the need to honor the veterans and their families in Morgan County.
With approximately 200 Gold Star families in our community and over 8,000 veterans in Morgan County, this monument means so much to them. "
For more information about the Gold Star Families Monument dedication ceremony, please contact Heather Collins at (256) 227-4104 or [email protected].

Guidehouse's Taylor Hathorn Honored with AFCEA 40 Under Forty Award

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Taylor Hathorn, managing consultant at Guidehouse has been selected as a winner of the AFCEA 40 Under Forty Award.

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In her two years at Guidehouse, Taylor has received multiple awards, including the Defense & Security Segment Recognition Program Award.
Taylor serves as a guest lecturer for college campuses, recruiting strategic communications and policy professionals to the cybersecurity space.
"Taylor brings an excellent mix of experience, innovation and passion to all aspects of her work," said Brian Wodarski, Partner at Guidehouse.
Hathorn will be honored during an awards ceremony on May 1, 2023 during AFCEA's TechNet Cyber event at the Baltimore Convention Center.