AssistRing Launches ARIS, Bringing 100% AI Quality Assurance to Customer Service Outsourcing

AssistRing introduces ARIS, a four-product AI suite built in-house, led by Sage, an evaluator that scores 100% of customer calls against an industry norm of 2%.

Most BPOs guess quality by sampling just 2% of calls. We built Sage to score 100% of conversations, even the parts that look bad. So you can measure true quality and fix what’s broken.”

— Arsalan Kamran, CEO and Co-Founder

STRATHAM, NH, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- AssistRing, a managed customer service BPO founded in 2024, today announced the launch of ARIS, its proprietary AI suite for customer support operations. ARIS comprises four products

Acceleron Awarded U.S. Patent for Technology Helping Community Banks Capture Non-Interest Income on International Wires

NudgeConvert is the proprietary FX conversion engine that uses machine learning to identify and convert eligible USD wires into profitable foreign exchange transactions

NudgeConvert is the proprietary FX conversion engine that uses machine learning to convert eligible USD wires into profitable foreign exchange transactions

This patent reflects years of work building a way for community banks to stop leaving FX revenue on the table.”

— Damon Magnuski, CEO of Acceleron

WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Acceleron, the correspondent banking software platform that helps community banks and credit unions automate international wires, today announced that it has been awarded

How to Harvest Sunflower Seeds in 2026: American Meadows Experts Share When to Cut, Dry and Save Seeds

A bee visits a blooming sunflower before seeds develop, highlighting the plant’s value to pollinators before the late-season harvest begins.

A goldfinch feeds on a mature sunflower seed head in fall, showing how garden-grown sunflowers can provide a natural food source for backyard birds.

Harvested sunflower seed heads show the range of sizes and seed development gardeners may see at the end of the growing season.

A field of sunflowers lines a rustic fencepost, showcasing the bold color and classic charm of one of the world’s most recognizable flowers. Their vibrant presence adds warmth and visual impact to any landscape.

Dried sunflower heads are carefully de-seeded, with harvested seeds collected in a bucket—an essential step in preserving the sunflower’s value and preparing for reuse.

Updated 2026 guide shows gardeners when to harvest sunflower seeds, how to save them, and ways to use seeds for roasting and feeding birds.

The seed head tells you everything about when it’s ready — you just have to know what to look for. Get the timing right, and one sunflower can provide seed for next year’s garden and birds all winter.”

— Tabar Gifford, Master Gardener, American Meadows

SHELBURNE , VT, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As late-summer sunflowers begin to nod under the weight of their seed heads, gardeners face an important seasonal question: "when are sunflower seeds actually ready to harvest?"

American Meadows, a trusted resource for

Wizardline Technologies Achieves EU-U.S. Data Privacy Certification, Expanding Support for Domino's Franchise Operators

Wizardline, PULSE Data expert serving 7,500 Domino's Pizza stores across the United States and Canada, can now serve EU and UK master franchise operators.

Our customers trust us with the data that runs their businesses. We are building the same rigor into our global operations that our North American clients have relied on for nearly 20 years.”

— Shawn Brunelle, Chief Executive Officer of Wizardline Technologies

HAMPTON FALLS, NH, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Wizardline Technologies, Inc., a nationally recognized PULSE Data expert supporting over 7,500 Domino's Pizza stores across the United States and all of Canada, today announced that it has achieved certification under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and the

Courage and Secrets Collide in 'While We Were Silent,' a Riveting New Novel by Alex Myers

VT, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Award-winning author Alex Myers returns with his latest novel, “While We Were Silent,” a dark and suspenseful murder mystery set in the insular world of a prestigious prep

Welch Shares New Data on Rising Farm Fuel Prices Under Trump; Vermont Farmers Paying $1,479 More on Average to Refill Fuel Tank

WASHINGTON, D.C. — New data shared by U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Credit, shows Vermont farmers have been forced to spend at least $1,479 more to fill their farm fuel tank because of the escalating war in the Middle East. 

“Rural Vermont is paying for President Trump’s war with Iran—from climbing farm fuel

GruntWorx Appoints Stacy Penna as President to Lead Next Phase of Growth

Gruntworx helps firms grow with advanced tax workflows built with humans in the loop for accurate, efficient and scalable support. GruntWorx has helped thousands of firms grow better tax practices for more than a decade.

Gruntworx the trusted automation partner for tax professionals, today announced the appointment of Stacy Penna as President to lead key growth initiatives.

Firms need partners who understand both the technology and the human side of the work to grow. GruntWorx helps firms uplevel accuracy, expand capacity, and preserve the value of their expertise.”

— Stacy Penna, President

HAMPTON, NH, UNITED STATES, July 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- GruntWorx, the trusted automation partner for tax professionals, today announced the appointment of Stacy Penna as President. Penna previously served as Vice President of

Welch and Blumenthal Warn that Trump’s Threats to Bomb Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Could Amount to War Crimes

The Senators request information from Central Command about how CENTCOM ensures U.S. Forces in the Middle East abide by U.S. law prohibiting strikes against targets such as bridges or power plants for the sole purpose of terrorizing civilians  

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, alongside U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, expressed grave concern to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) that President Trump’s recent threats to bomb civilian

Triplett Highlights the Growing Role of Borescope Inspection in Aging Infrastructure Maintenance

Triplett highlights the role of borescope inspection as organizations adopt broader inspection strategies for aging infrastructure and critical equipment.

Maintenance decisions often benefit from information gathered through multiple inspection methods rather than a single diagnostic technique”

— Richard Wexler, VP Global Business Development at Triplett

MERRIMACK, NH, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Triplett Test Equipment & Tools, a test and measurement equipment manufacturer with more than 120 years of experience, is highlighting the growing role of borescope inspection as maintenance organizations expand condition

Welch’s Bipartisan Bill to Support Next Generation of American Aviation Advances Out of Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) today joined U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) in celebrating the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee’s advancement of their bipartisan bill, the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act. The Senators’ legislation would improve the Federal Aviation

NBRC, USDA Rural Development Deliver $1.9 Million in Funding to Support Community-Driven Initiatives

Today, the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) and U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (RD) celebrate $1.9 million in funding in support of 13 economic development projects across the Northern Border states of Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.

The awards being made through this partnership boost

Tenovi Launches Gen 3 Blood Pressure Monitor, Extending a Patient-First Remote Monitoring Platform

Tenovi Blood Pressure Monitor Generation 3

Tenovi's expands remote monitoring suite, giving health systems, payers, and care organizations a single partner for cellular-connected RPM programs

PORTSMOUTH , NH, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tenovi, a leader in remote monitoring and the No. 11 fastest-growing private healthcare company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, today announced

RTA Outdoor Living Tops 1,000 Google Reviews With a 5-Star Rating for Outdoor Kitchens Sold Entirely Online

A review analysis finds homeowners buying $20,000 to $80,000 outdoor kitchens online value design and project management as much as the finished product

The real test is how you respond when something goes wrong. Our customers know we take ownership, communicate honestly and work until the issue is resolved.”

— Kevin Margera, director of operations at RTA Outdoor Living

GREENLAND, NH, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Key Takeaways

- RTA Outdoor Living has earned more than 1,000 Google reviews at an overall 5-star rating for custom outdoor kitchens sold through a fully virtual design-to-delivery process.

Governor Phil Scott Announces More Than $3.5 Million in Community Development Block Grants to Support Housing, Infrastructure, and Childcare

Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced $3,547,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding through the Vermont Community Development Program (VCDP).

“The CDBG program is an important tool to help us invest in communities across Vermont,”

Welch Joins Heinrich, Schatz, Colleagues to Discuss Future of the Energy Workforce with Labor Leaders

Welch: “Now it’s time to have an industrial policy that’s good for workers, and good for America, and good for the economy.” 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Credit, this week joined Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Senate Democratic colleagues, and labor leaders to discuss the future of America’s energy workforce, policies that support clean energy and manufacturing jobs, and the impacts of

Marco Acquires Rocket Seals, Inc., Adding 70 Year Legacy to Its Growing Platform

When looking for acquisition partners, we get excited about companies that customers genuinely rely on, not just for product, but for guidance and problem-solving.”

— Chad Smith, CEO

SEABROOK, NH, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Marco Sealing Solutions ("Marco"), a leading distributor of high-performance sealing products, announced the acquisition of the assets of Rocket Seals, Inc., a Denver-based independent distributor

Kentico Reports Strong Year-Over-Year Growth Driven by Customer Adoption, Partner Success, and AI Innovation

Kentico Announced Double-Digit Growth

Dominik Pinter, Kentico CEO, presenting at Connection

The combination of customer success, partner innovation, AI-driven capabilities, and continued platform investment positions Kentico for another exciting year of growth.”

— Dominik Pinter, Kentico CEO

BEDFORD, NH, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kentico today announced strong double-digit, year-over-year growth for its fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, delivering record annual recurring revenue in

Welch Meets with Health Care Leaders in Bennington to Discuss Future of Rural Health Care, Improving Access to Affordable Care Statewide

BENNINGTON, VT – U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health Care, this week hosted a roundtable on rural health care innovation, featuring local health care leaders, medical experts, and community members. The Senator discussed challenges faced by health care providers and patients in Vermont.  

While at the Bennington Firehouse, he highlighted the Emergency Medical Services

Chiller Coating Services Discusses the Effects of Galvanic Corrosion on Commercial and Industrial HVAC Systems

Facility professionals are encouraged to understand how galvanic corrosion affects HVAC equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance costs.

FRANKLIN, NH, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Industry professionals are encouraged to understand how galvanic corrosion impacts HVAC equipment performance, reliability, and long-term maintenance costs in commercial and industrial facilities.

Galvanic corrosion is a common but often overlooked issue affecting commercial and

Welch Leads Bill to Combat Consolidation in the Dairy Industry, Ensure Fair Prices for Family Dairy Farms

The Milk from Family Dairies Act establishes a new Dairy Market Stabilization Program 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, Poultry, and Food Safety, and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) this week led the introduction of the Milk from Family Dairies Act, legislation which would ensure market transparency and fair prices for family

Influential Women Profiles Saanika Hajarnis Harvey: Account Lead at CCA Global Partners

MANCHESTER, NH, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Helping Independent Businesses Strengthen Brand Visibility Through Strategic, Analytics-Focused Marketing

Saanika Hajarnis Harvey is a driven digital marketing professional currently serving as an Account Lead at CCA Global Partners, where she supports integrated marketing initiatives designed to help independent businesses grow,

Comfort Keepers Shares Information on Finding Respite Care in Tilton, New Hampshire

Family caregivers give so much each day. Respite care offers time to rest and recharge while helping loved ones stay engaged, comfortable, and supported at home.”

— Martha Swats, owner of Comfort Keepers of Plymouth, NH

TILTON, NH, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Families caring for aging loved ones often balance work, household responsibilities, and caregiving duties at the same time. For many adults raising

Tenovi to Present on Operationalizing Remote Care at Rural Health Association of Utah Webinar

Improving Lives by Simplifying Remote Care.

Session focuses on the practical work of running and sustaining remote care programs in rural communities

PORTSMOUTH, NH, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tenovi, a remote patient monitoring (RPM) ecosystem powering connected care for patients with chronic conditions, today announced that it

Verde Technologies Names Jean-Noël Poirier CEO, Sets Course for Space Markets

Verde's new CEO: Jean-Noël Poirier

Ex-Honeywell, First Solar, and Global Solar Energy leader Jean-Noël Poirier joins Verde to focus on space power for its lightweight perovskite solar tech

BURLINGTON, VT, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Verde Technologies today announced the appointment of Jean-Noël Poirier as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 8. Jean-Noël will lead Verde’s expansion into new high-

Polly Expands Partnership with TruStage® to Add Payment Guard Advantage Insurance to Its Platform

Polly Insurance

TruStage Logo

The new lump-sum insurance benefit, starting at less than $18/month, gives financial protection against covered job loss and disability with no medical exam.

Our partnership with TruStage has always been about putting the right protections in front of customers at the right time.”

— Erica Escobar, Senior Director, Sales & Service at Polly

WILLISTON, VT, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Polly, the insurance technology platform built for the automotive and financial services industries, today announced an expansion of its existing partnership with TruStage®, adding TruStage

Community Financial Services Group Welcomes Senior Advisor Steve Aiken to New Hampshire Team

Steve Aiken, Senior Vice President and Senior Wealth Advisor of CFSG

Community Financial Services Group

Longtime advisor and community leader joins Community Financial Services Group's growing New Hampshire team.

Steve brings decades of experience in wealth management and financial planning, with a strong reputation as a client-focused advisor”

— Joseph Preddy

LITTLETON, NH, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Community Financial Services Group (CFSG) has welcomed Steve Aiken as Senior Vice President and Senior Wealth Advisor. Aiken will serve clients from the firm's Littleton

Tax Revolution 2026 Event Launching August 13, 2026 to Help Accounting and Tax Practices Adopt Automation

Gruntworx and ProSeriesTax are now integrated.

Tax Revolution 2026

TaxRevolution on August 13, 2026 is a virtual conference designed to help tax and accounting firms grow with education, technology, and practical strategies.

TaxRevolution 2026 is designed to give firms clarity, direction, and the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.”

— Julie Pierce, Vice President & General Manager at Gruntworx

HAMPTON, NH, UNITED STATES, June 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- TaxRevolution returns this summer with a completely re‑engineered one‑day virtual conference designed to help tax and accounting professionals transform their firms in a single