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AAI Environmental Corporation Now Specializes in Reports Complying with the New EPA Law That Has Significant Impact on Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment Industry
The United States Environmental Protection Agency codified into the federal regulations the new All Appropriate Inquiries Rule in November of last year. The new law is already impacting the environmental assessment industry. The new AAI Rule requires that Phase One Environmental Site Assessment reports be performed by "Environmental Professionals." It also requires a more in depth review for potential environmental issues at properties and neighboring properties. - April 04, 2007 - AAI Environmental Corporation
Quadrant Two Selected as PR Account Finalist by Cash Zone-Metropolitan National Bank
Quadrant Two PR (Q2PR) CEO, J.M. De Jesús, announced today that the firm has been selected as a finalist in the Hispanic market account review for the Cash Zone® regional PR and marketing assignment. If selected, the assignment would represent the fifth banking and financial services... - April 02, 2007 - Quadrant Two PR
Bristol County Savings Bank Opens New Loan Center in Fall River, MA
The opening of the Fall River Loan Center demonstrates the Bank’s ongoing commitment to the expansion of its role as an integral part of the banking community in Southeastern Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. - March 31, 2007 - Bristol County Savings Bank
U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC Takes Its Commercial Mortgage Business to the Next Level
U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC CEO Mo Yousef today announced his company is prepared to increase its market presence in the commercial mortgage industry with the offering of new competitive loan programs. U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC is in good standing to take on such business with many commercial property... - March 31, 2007 - U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC
The Edcomm Group’s Bankers Academy Showcases BSA/AML Training at the 12th Annual Money Laundering International Conference
The Edcomm Group exhibited its Banker’s Academy BSA/AML courses to a standing-room-only audience at The Moneylaundering.com and Money Laundering Alert 12th Annual International Conference and Exhibition in Hollywood, Florida on March 19 - 21, 2007. Considered by many as the best... - March 31, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
California Bankers Association Publishes “A Call To Arms To Protect Our Seniors” by the Edcomm Group’s Dr. Linda Eagle
California Bankers Association (CBA), the largest banking trade association, has published “A Call to Arms to Protect Our Seniors” by Dr. Linda Eagle, president of The Edcomm Group. Edcomm, a New York-based firm specializing in training for banking and financial services, is at the... - March 31, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Crescent State Bank Sponsors 56th Annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank will serve as sponsor for the 56th Annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase event scheduled for Saturday, April 7 at the Carolina Horse... - March 30, 2007 - Crescent State Bank
Edcomm’s Banker’s Academy California Sexual Harassment Training – Always in Compliance, Always Ahead of the Curve
California has recently made changes to AB 1825, which sets guidelines for Sexual Harassment Training and Education. When banks, credit unions and money services businesses asked if Edcomm’s Banker’s Academy was changing its courses so that they meet the new requirements, the answer was... - March 29, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Beyond Phishing - The Growing Crimeware Threat: Free Webinar on BankInfoSecurity.com
Hear about the trends you need to know in malware/crimeware as it continues to evolve in a free webinar hosted by BankInfoSecurity.com. Learn new ways to approach the crimeware problem and find out how to protect your institution, customers and brand name. - March 28, 2007 - Information Security Media Group
Edcomm’s Banker’s Academy to Train Russian Banking Delegation on Risk
The Edcomm Group has been selected to host a week-long meeting of Russian bankers to be held the week of March 19. During the week, Edcomm will present a one-day Risk Management and Compliance training workshop, lead the delegation on tours of the New York and Washington D.C. Federal Reserve Banks,... - March 27, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Bristol County Savings Promotes Two Branch Managers to Assistant VP/Regional Branch Administrator
Patricia Cochrane will oversee business development and branch operations for the Attleboro, MA, North Attleboro, MA, Franklin, MA and Pawtucket, RI branch offices. George J. Mendros will be responsible for overseeing operations in two Taunton, MA branches, 2 Raynham, MA branches, and the Rehoboth, MA branch. - March 24, 2007 - Bristol County Savings Bank
Canadian Rod Burylo 2004 Financial Advisor of the Year Contributes to a Solid Investment Team in Puerto Vallarta
The team at fundVallarta.com (www.fundVallarta.com) has continued their advance in service to the real estate needs of retirees and baby boomers. With the addition of new team member Rod Burylo, fundVallarta.com effectively serves Mexico, the United States and now, Canada with their award-winning panel of financial experts. - March 24, 2007 - fundVallarta
BankInfoSecurity.com Interviews World’s First CISO Steve Katz
Run your information security program like a business, is one piece of advice from financial services information security luminary Steve Katz, as he shares his insights with BankInfoSecurity.com. Being an information security officer at a financial institution isn’t easy, but imagine... - March 23, 2007 - Information Security Media Group
TotalCare IT Solutions Quickly Becoming Preferred IT Provider for NC Banks
Attendance at 2007 Bank Directors Assembly helps solidify TotalCare IT Solutions’ top position - March 21, 2007 - TotalCare IT Solutions
First Niagara Financial Group and LRA Worldwide Partner on Customer Experience Initiative
First Niagara Financial Group (NASDAQ: FNFG), a leading financial services company in New York State, has partnered with LRA Worldwide, Inc. on a “customer experience” initiative designed to maintain and enhance First Niagara’s stellar reputation for service within its target... - March 20, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Bristol County Savings Bank Appoints Sandra Vandette Assistant Vice President/ Branch Manager
Vandette will oversee the day-to-day operations of the North Attleborough, MA branch of Bristol County Savings Bank, a $1.2 billion mutual savings bank founded in 1846, with headquarters in Taunton, MA. - March 20, 2007 - Bristol County Savings Bank
U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC Secures New Sources of Funding for New and Approved Loans Cancelled by Sub-prime Lenders
U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC today announced it has secured credible lenders to originate new loans and fund approved loans previously being handled by sub-prime lenders that have closed down or cancelled loan programs due to recent guideline changes in the sub-prime mortgage market. This action... - March 20, 2007 - U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC
U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC Continues to Bring On New Investors and Products Despite Recent Troubles in the Sub-prime Market
U.S. Home Mortgage CEO Mo Yousef announced today that his company is in good standing despite the recent changes in the housing market pertaining to sub-prime lending. Lenders are tightening up guidelines on sub-prime loans due to an increasing number of defaults in mortgage payments and... - March 20, 2007 - U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC
Charter Capital Introduces FactorLine - Factoring Made Simple
Charter Capital introduces FactorLine. A factoring solution is a cash flow key to growing your business. With a Charter Capital FactorLine, you are free from many of the restrictions placed upon your business by traditional financing. Most importantly, with a Charter Capital FactorLine, you are free to grow without having to give up equity or control of your business. - March 19, 2007 - Charter Capital - Factoring Made Simple
CD Anderson Announces New Vice President of Financial Services
Cindy Anderson, managing partner of CD Anderson, P.A., has announced that Debbie Rod has been promoted to vice president of Financial Services. In this position, Rod is responsible for managing client accounts for development, construction and design services. She has 16 years of experience in the... - March 16, 2007 - CD Anderson & Associates
Crescent State Bank Launches New Web Site
Michael Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global Market SM), has announced that the bank has launched a new redesigned Web site. The improvements to the Web site include easy-to-use navigation, an online mortgage... - March 16, 2007 - Crescent State Bank
Harbor Mortgage Solutions Names Robert Donahue Reverse Mortgage Consultant
The reverse mortgage market is one of the sectors that offers expanded career opportunities for dedicated professionals interested in helping seniors age in place by tapping into the equity in their homes. - March 16, 2007 - Harbor Mortgage Solutions, Inc.
New Century Mortgage Corporation Fails to Uphold Promise to U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC to Fund Approved Loans
New Century Mortgage Corporation, one of the largest sub-prime lenders in the mortgage industry, announced yesterday to U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC it will not be originating or funding mortgage loans: “Effective immediately, New Century Mortgage Corporation and Home123 Corporation are unable... - March 15, 2007 - U.S. Home Mortgage, LLC
Debt Settlement Company Announces New President
Employee works his way from sales manager to president of national debt resolution company, Debt Shield, Inc. - March 15, 2007 - Debt Shield, Inc.
Panama Corporations: Hostile Developments Make Panama Companies More Important
Panama International Business Corporations (IBCs) have been an offshore strategy for 75 years. Over recent months, Panama companies - and foundations and offshore bank accounts - have been elevated to a new level in the offshore arena. In response, an American-owned company is helping entities that wish to keep their wealth before it is too late. - March 12, 2007 - Offshore Business Resources
Self-Directed IRA Events Launched by PENSCO Trust Company
Self-Directed IRA educational events hosted by PENSCO Trust Company will be held in various cities throughout the country at no charge. These free mini-symposiums are for tax attorneys, CPAs, financial advisors, real estate & mortgage professionals who want to tap the emerging self-directed IRA market. - March 12, 2007 - PENSCO Trust Company
Bradford & Bingley International Introduces a 5.8 Percent Internet Savings Bond with Emergency Access
Offshore savings bank Bradford & Bingley International has introduced a fixed-rate savings bond with the flexibility of an emergency access feature. - March 07, 2007 - Bradford & Bingley International
Wolf Commercial Credit Consulting Offers Solutions to B2B Credit and Collection Challenges
Wolf Commercial Credit Consulting Company, a premier consulting firm that specializes in Business to Business Credit policies and procedures, opened for business on February 23, 2007. Joseph Zaro, Owner and President, has spent over 14 years as a Commercial Credit Manager and has developed... - March 07, 2007 - Wolf Commercial Credit Consulting Company
Joel Rothenberg Joins Dicicco, Gulman & Company LLP as a Principal
Woburn-based CPA and business consulting firm DiCicco, Gulman & Company (DGC), (http://www.dgccpa.com) welcomes industry veteran Joel Rothenberg. Rothenberg joins the firm as a Principal and will work closely with the commercial practice providing business consulting and tax advisory... - March 07, 2007 - DiCicco, Gulman & Company LLP
Midwest Bank Names the Edcomm Group to Deliver Platform Training
A Midwest Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Platform Training for its bank-wide training needs. The Bank also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. Achieving Platform Excellence is a comprehensive eLearning... - March 06, 2007 - The Edcomm Group
Bristol County Savings Bank Has Announced the Promotion of Seven Vice Presidents to the Position of Senior Vice President
Bristol County Savings Bank has announced the promotion of seven Vice Presidents to the position of Senior Vice President. Bristol County Savings Bank, a $1.2 billion mutual savings bank founded in 1846 and headquartered in Taunton, MA, has 10 offices in Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. - March 06, 2007 - Bristol County Savings Bank
CODA Reinforces Strength in Mid-market Financials with New Dream Release
Result of significant development investment over two years. Integrated reporting, browser based procurement and new sales order processing functionality. Meets legislative requirements for CIS taxation changes. - March 02, 2007 - CODA
PinHawk LLC Launches the Hedge Fund NewzDigest
Daily Email Presents News for Hedge Fund Professionals; aggregates news from many electronic sources. Trial subscriptions are available. - March 01, 2007 - PinHawk LLC
KESDEE Launches e-learning Course On “UCP600 – New Rules for Letters of Credit”
KESDEE recently developed a comprehensive e-learning course on UCP600. This course has relevance to all parties involved with letters of credit but is especially aimed at exporters. The course highlights the changes that will have the greatest impact on letter of credit beneficiaries. - February 28, 2007 - KESDEE Inc.
James Wolfrom, National Practice Leader of Tax Operations—Advisory Services at Ernst & Young to Speak at KC’s Event on “FIN 48 Practical Recommendations“ on March 8, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences, has announced today that James Wolfrom, National Leader of Tax Operations-Advisory Services at Ernst & Young will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference on “FIN 48: Practical... - February 27, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Robert Paisola's Western Capital Receives Overflow of Business Due to "Bankruptcy Reform Act" Passed in 2005
The rate of civil litigation in US courts continues to increase every year, making it continually more difficult to complete a debt recovery lawsuit in its entirety. Even when the suits are concluded, most are not ultimately settled. However, changes in bankruptcy laws that became effective in October 2005 have allowed Western Capital Financial, www.MyCollector.com , to recover millions more for their clients in the past years than would have been possible before the law change. - February 27, 2007 - Western Capital Financial Services, Inc
Raya's New Partnership with Piraeus
In recognition of its successful record Piraeus signs with Raya Contact Center to manage its Customer Care program. - February 26, 2007 - Raya Contact Center
CODA Hosted, Managed Finance System Selected by International Consulting Firm
Browser product enables access from all locations from a single hosted server, Allows a detailed level of analysis, Minimal input required into system set-up and maintenance - February 24, 2007 - CODA
U.S. Financial Management Receives Award from San Diego Food Bank
The San Diego Food Bank held their 2006 Holiday Food Drive Award Ceremony on February 15, 2007 and handed out awards and certificates to the participating companies, schools, and grocery stores. U.S. Financial Management, a prominent debt management company, was pleased to receive a... - February 23, 2007 - U.S. Financial Management, Inc.
Cynthia Anderson to Participate in Triangle Business Journal’s Project Survival
Cynthia Anderson, managing partner of CD Anderson, P.A., a full service CPA firm specializing in the small and mid-size business, will participate in the Triangle Business Journal’s Project Survival, a series of stories that chronicles the first year of business for a new, small company in... - February 21, 2007 - CD Anderson & Associates
Altium Group Expands Product Line and Distribution
Altium Group, LLC, one of the fastest growing field marketing organizations (FMOs) of financial services in the country, is expanding its product offering to include Life Insurance, Annuities, Long Term Care Insurance and Premium Financing. In addition, Altium will expand its distribution channel to both registered securities brokers as well as non registered insurance agents. - February 20, 2007 - Altium Group LLC
Abalos & Associates Named Top Accounting Firm in Ranking Arizona
Sandra A. Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC, has announced that the firm has been named the number one accounting firm in the state for the fifth consecutive year. Ranking Arizona’s “The Best of Arizona Business” is the outcome of the largest business... - February 19, 2007 - Abalos & Associates
Metropolitan Who's Who Honors Peter H Bigelow, Owner of The Foresight Group for his Dedication to Financial Services
Metropolitan Who's Who announces Peter H Bigelow, owner of The Foresight Group to be an honorary member for his dedication to Financial Services. While inclusion in Metropolitan Who's Who is an honor in itself, the Metropolitan Who's Who selection committee hand picks these special Who's Who... - February 19, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Regional Finance Group Launches to Help US Residents Find More Competitive Rates for Personal or Small Business Loans
CyberCityCapital.com helps local borrowers compete more effectively for lower interest rate loans on new people-to-people lending marketplace Prosper. - February 16, 2007 - TNP Enterprises, Inc.
Port City Capital Bank Honored By Business North Carolina Magazine
Keith Betts, president of Port City Capital Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global Market SM), has announced that the bank has been named one of the state’s most efficient banks for 2006 by Business North Carolina magazine. Port City Capital Bank... - February 16, 2007 - Crescent State Bank
ExecUchange President to Speak at Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Linda Leake, president of execUchange, a national firm that helps clients grow their companies, hold employees accountable and implement changes that make a difference, will speak to the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle on Friday, Feb 16 at 7:00 a.m. at the RBC... - February 15, 2007 - execUchange
Gratton Mortgage Group, A Family Affair
Announced this week, well-known Sarasota Mortgage Bankers, Priscilla Gratton and her twin sons Brock & Blake, a/k/a “Team Gratton”, have joined forces and stepped out on their own to open Gratton Mortgage Group, located at 741 S. Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL. Visit... - February 15, 2007 - Gratton Mortgage Group
EC21 Launches Credit Report Service
EC21.com, one of world's largest and most popular B2B marketplace, recently announced launch of cost-effective and quickly investigated credit reports for buyers & sellers that will help them to conduct due diligence before finalizing business deals. - February 14, 2007 - EC21 Inc.
Fast Transact Appoints NW Regional Sales Manager
Fast Transact, Inc. a leader in merchant services and credit card processing solutions, recently appointed Dave Dusek as its Regional Sales Manager for the Pacific Northwest. - February 14, 2007 - Fast Transact Inc.
RentPayment Successfully Completes SAS 70 Audit
Detailed examination confirms company's commitment to compliance and customer security - February 13, 2007 - RentPayment