Industry Vets Walter Schofield and Walter Swanbon Join Forces to Create The 2WA Group

L to R: Dwight DiMartino, Inside Sales/Service Support Manager; Walter Schofield , Co-Founder and Co-Director, 2WA Group, LLC; Walter Swanbon, Co-Founder and Co-Director, 2WA Group, LLC

The Two Industry Titans are Merging Their Companies to Create an Audio Distribution and Marketing Superpower

Sales is a big part of what we do, but it’s only one part. With our partners’ help, every brand handled by 2WA will increase its visibility and, of course, its bottom line.”

— Walter Schofield , Co-Founder and Co-Director, 2WA, LLC

NASHUA, NH, UNITED STATES, September 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Two of the leading names in audio distribution are joining forces to create one powerful business to represent a variety of independent, exceptional, high-performance audio brands in North America.

Based in Nashua, NH, The 2WA Group combines the talents of Walter Schofield, principal of Nexus Audio Technologies, Massachusetts, and Walter Swanbon, principal of Fidelis Distribution in New Hampshire. The two owners are merging their respective companies to form the new brand.

“Walter Swanbon and I have been close friends

Acceleron and Aptys Partner to Transform International Wires and Unlock New Revenue for Community FIs

A single integration gives community financial institutions a fully automated, end-to-end international wire transfer solution.

Community banks and credit unions gain seamless wire automation, access to multiple Foreign Exchange (FX) providers, and new non-interest income opportunities.

This partnership brings our clients a powerful combination of operational efficiency and new revenue potential.”

— Naseer Nasim, CEO of Aptys Solutions

WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Acceleron, a leading international payment automation platform, announces a new partnership with Aptys Solutions, a leading provider of cloud-based, end-to-end digital payment solutions serving over 5,500 financial institutions. The partnership integrates Acceleron’s

Exterior Remodeling Expert Brian Jalbert Explains How a $5 Tube Can Prevent Costly Home Repairs in HelloNation

Brian Jalbert

How can homeowners avoid thousands of dollars in repairs with one small step?

A mere $5 spent on a tube of caulk can save homeowners upwards of $5,000 in preventable repairs.”

— Brian Jalbert

ALTON, NH, UNITED STATES, September 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- How can homeowners avoid thousands of dollars in repairs with one small step? According to a HelloNation article, exterior remodeling expert Brian
Jalbert of Jalbert Contracting shows that a simple $5 tube of caulk can be one of the most cost-effective solutions for protecting your home.
The article, The Miracle of a $5 Tube: How to Prevent Costly Home Repairs, explains that

Gothika Partners with 'Godfather of Fangs' Scott Smiledge to Launch Revolutionary Custom-Fit Vampire Fangs

Industry-Leading Contact Lens Company Introduces Game-Changing At-Home Fang Technology That Eliminates Need for Glues and Adhesives

STRATHAM, NH, UNITED STATES, September 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gothika, a pioneering force in the Halloween contact lens industry, today announced an exciting partnership with renowned fang specialist Scott Smiledge to launch an innovative line of custom-fit vampire fangs that revolutionizes the costume and special effects market. This groundbreaking collaboration brings together Gothika's cutting-edge lens technology expertise with Smiledge's three decades of professional fang-fitting experience.

The new product line represents a dramatic

Share the Forest—Hiking and Outdoor Recreation During Hunting Season

Concord, NH – Autumn is the perfect time of year to be in the woods: the leaves are changing, the weather is cooler, and the biting bugs are gone. There is also plenty of opportunity to see and experience wildlife as those animals that remain in New Hampshire during the winter, and those species that migrate south, prepare for their cold-weather transitions. September 1 marked

Four different Wildcats scored for UNH

Brooke Pearson scored her first collegiate goal in the win versus Merrimack

Photo by: Alex Miller

DURHAM, N.H. – Junior midfielder Elizabeth Finn (Scituate, Mass.), sophomore midfielder Brooke Pearson (Plainville, Conn.), graduate student forward Shya Walker (Philadelphia, Pa.) and freshman forward Amber Clarke (Cato, N.Y.) each scored for the Wildcats as the University of New Hampshire women's soccer team defeated Merrimack, 4-3, on Wednesday night at Wildcat Stadium. 

The 'Cats improve to 1-2-2, while the Warriors fall to 1-3-2.

Clarke and Walker also each posted an assist for three points, while freshman back Abby

Marco Rubber & Plastics Appoints Chad Smith as New Chief Executive Officer

Chad Smith, CEO

I’m excited to work alongside the talented employees to expand our solutions, strengthen our partnerships, and unlock new opportunities for growth.”

— Chad Smith

SEABROOK, NH, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Marco Rubber & Plastics (“Marco”) today announced the appointment of Chad Smith as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

Smith joins Marco after serving as CEO of Northern Wholesale Supply, where he led the company’s strategic growth over the past four years. Previously, he held senior leadership positions with BorgWarner as General Manager of the North America Aftermarket business, and with Delphi Automotive, where he led the EMEA Aftermarket business. Earlier in his career, Smith also held various Sales, Marketing and Engineering leadership roles within ABB, Thomas & Betts, Cooper Industries and Panduit.

“I am honored to join the Marco team and build on the strong foundation of innovation, technical expertise and customer service,” said Chad Smith, CEO of Marco. I’m excited to work alongside the talented employees to expand our solutions, strengthen our partnerships, and unlock new opportunities for growth.”

Under Smith’s leadership, Marco will continue to invest in product breadth, custom sealing solutions, and supply chain agility to better serve customers across critical industries worldwide.

About Marco Rubber & Plastics:

Marco Rubber & Plastics was founded in 1980 and is a leading provider of O-rings, seals, gaskets, and custom sealing solutions, serving OEM and MRO customers across diverse industries. The company combines deep materials expertise, broad inventory, and global sourcing to deliver fast, reliable solutions for complex applications.

The NH Wildlife Calendar Helps Support Granite State Schools, Clubs, and Local Businesses

Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NHFG) offers an excellent resource for teachers, students, mentors, and small businesses—and this year is no exception. The 2026 New Hampshire Wildlife Calendar is an anticipated and effective fundraiser for schools, clubs, and community groups and it supports NHFG’s work conserving wildlife and wild places. This award-winning calendar features:

Service Credit Union Student-Athletes of the Week: Lucy Chertock and Matt Vezza

DURHAM, N.H. – Freshman outside hitter Lucy Chertock (Danville, Calif.) of the University of New Hampshire volleyball team and sophomore quarterback Matt Vezza (Elmhurst, Ill.) of the UNH football team were named the Service Credit Union Student-Athletes of the Week on Sept. 3.
 
Lucy Chertock was named both Player of the Week and Rookie of the Week by America East after leading the Wildcats to a perfect 3-0 record in UNH's annual Holly Young Invitational at Lundholm Gym on Aug. 29-30.
 
In her collegiate debut weekend, Lucy made an immediate and dominant impact across all

UNH Athletics Announces Partnership with SeatGeek

New Official Fan-to-Fan Ticket Marketplace of the Wildcats

DURHAM, N.H. – The UNH Department of Athletics is proud to announce a new partnership with SeatGeek, naming the innovative ticketing platform as the Official Fan-to-Fan Ticket Marketplace of UNH Athletics. This collaboration gives Wildcat fans a safe, secure, and convenient way to transfer or purchase tickets from fellow fans when plans change.
 
Through this partnership, SeatGeek will provide a trusted and secure platform for fans who

UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law Welcomes Record Enrollment

The law school has seen an increase in enrollment in nine of the last 10 years.

The largest incoming class ever is further evidence that UNH Franklin Pierce is a primary destination for students from across the country and around the world.”

— Dean Megan Carpenter

CONCORD, NH, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law has welcomed 250 Juris Doctor (JD) students for the fall 2025 semester. This record number of enrolled students for the JD program includes 157 residential candidates and 93 students enrolled in the Hybrid JD program.

Applications to UNH Franklin Pierce grew by 32% in the recent admissions cycle, well above the New England average of 27% and the national average of 22%. The school also achieved record-high GPAs among its incoming class members, suggesting an exceptionally strong applicant pool across both traditional residential and hybrid programs.

“The largest incoming class ever is further evidence that UNH Franklin Pierce is a primary

Reflex Tuning Expands Audi & Volkswagen Service Coverage Across Southern New Hampshire

Reflex Tuning in Hooksett, NH

Reflex Tuning in Hooksett, NH

Reflex Tuning, New Hampshire’s premier Audi and Volkswagen service center and dealership alternative, has announced expanded services and resources.

By adding new services, such as APR Performance Tuning and vehicle restorations, we’re making it even easier for Audi and Volkswagen owners to access expert care close to home.”

— Heather Zaccone

HOOKSETT, NH, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Reflex Tuning, New Hampshire’s premier Audi and Volkswagen service center and dealership alternative, has announced expanded services and resources.

Reflex Tuning, a premium Audi and Volkswagen-exclusive repair shop, founded in 2008, continues to offer precision maintenance and repair services for Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, ensuring vehicle performance and long-term reliability. To