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Conference to Teach Debt Relief Companies the Law. Compliance Giant from Minnesota Unleashes Intensive Industry Training Event in San Diego, California.
MSTARS LLC, the industry leader in corporate compliance training, has finalized plans to hold its INNOV8 event in San Diego. Research and development for the project has been underway since last year, and is near completion. The confirmed launch date is April 6th and 7th of 2015. - March 15, 2015 - MSTARS LLC
Exchange Data International Expands Support Services
Exchange Data International now offers 24/7 as well as Japanese speaking customer support. - March 15, 2015 - Exchange Data International
Gary Williams Attends Exclusive Conference for Financial Advisors and Gives Back to Local Community
Gary Williams, President of Williams Asset Management, in Columbia, MD, gathered with a group of prominent financial advisors at Commonwealth Financial Network®’s Leaders Conference, held March 1–6, 2015, at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo. The Leaders... - March 14, 2015 - Williams Asset Management
Altoma Real Estate Advisors LLC Announces the Closing of (2) CRE Loans in Q1 2015
Altoma, a CRE mortgage and capital markets intermediary based in California, successfully placed and closed a $4,550,000 loan for a Class B industrial flex space building in the Seattle, WA MSA on January 30th, 2015. On March 9th, 2015, Altoma also placed and closed a $12,500,000 loan for a Class B- multi-family property in the Portland, OR MSA. - March 13, 2015 - Altoma Real Estate Advisors, Inc.
Canada’s Top 100 Small and Medium Enterprises Awards Crelogix Acceptance Corporation
Crelogix Acceptance Corporation, a leading Canadian consumer financing provider, has been awarded Canada’s Top Small & Medium Enterprises 2015 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Canada’s SME 2015 is a national competition that recognizes small and medium sized enterprises for... - March 13, 2015 - Crelogix Acceptance Corporation
OeKB Selects Quantifi to Replace Existing Front-to-Middle Vendor Solution
Quantifi selected to modernise and streamline trade and risk management processes; OeKB able to dynamically monitor, report and identify risk, in real-time - March 13, 2015 - Quantifi
Auto Title Loans San Diego is a 5 Star Business on Yelp
Consumers are leaving reviews about Auto Title Loans San Diego on Yelp and they seem to be loving the service! - March 12, 2015 - Auto Title Loans San Diego
Emerging Capital Limited Announces Listing on National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSX)
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA- - Emerging Capital Limited is pleased to announce that its application to the National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSXA) has been officially accepted and approved. Effective Friday, March 6, 2015, the Company will be trading under symbol ECL on the NSXA - March 11, 2015 - Emerging Capital Limited
Loans101 Announces Easier Mortgage Requirements to Help Home Buyers
After years of being boxed out of the housing market by tight regulations, more average Americans are able to qualify for mortgages thanks to easier rules. - March 10, 2015 - Loans101 Interactive Media LLC
Omlis Expands to New Territories with Abbrevia FZ-LLC
Mobile payment security provider Omlis today appointed another strategic partner, Abbrevia FZ-LLC, an innovative payment consultancy firm and provider of leading payment test tools. With offices in Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, Abbrevia is a leading payment simulation and testing consultancy and is now poised to deliver Omlis’ security solution to one of the world’s fastest growing mobile banking and payments market. - March 07, 2015 - Omlis
Schweinsberg Receives Service Award from Realtor Group
Shelley Schweinsberg, Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending at Mars National Bank, received the 2014 Service Award from the Beaver County Association of Realtors. The award was given in recognition of Ms. Schweinsberg’s service to the organization including participation as a... - March 06, 2015 - Mars Bank
ATS 1Trader - On The Move
ATS is a software development company based at Puddle Dock in Blackfriars, London. They produce and utilise a range of leading trading tools, including the ATS 1Trader Software. ATS has its headquarters in Hong Kong and have recently relocated their London office on the back of some impressive... - March 05, 2015 - ATS
Mission Fed Offers Auto Loans as Low as 1.49% APR for San Diegans
Mission Federal Credit Union is offering auto loans with rates as low as 1.49%. - March 04, 2015 - Mission Federal Credit Union
Nationwide Appraisal Network Named Winner in Second Annual Bright House Networks Regional Business Awards
Businesses Honored at Recognition Event - March 04, 2015 - NAN
Nationwide Appraisal Network Proudly Participates in GR8toDON8 Organ Donation 8k/5k for 2nd Year
Nationwide Appraisal Network cares about the people and communities it serves. - March 04, 2015 - NAN
Strength of the US Market a Beacon for Other Economies
Early Stimulus is the primary reason, states Liaquat Mian of LJM Developments. - March 03, 2015 - LJM Developments
Seonaid Mackenzie Has Been Named March Industry Leader of the Month
In honor of her outstanding achievements in the field of Finance, Seonaid Mackenzie, of London, United Kingdom, has been recognized as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Leader of the Month for March 2015. - March 03, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Cedar Brook Financial Partners’ Howard Slater, MBA, MSFS®, ChFC®, CLU, Volunteers with College Now
Veteran financial advisor, Howard Slater, mentors students in Cleveland’s College Now college-prep program. - March 01, 2015 - Cedar Brook Financial Partners LLC
Mars National Bank Named “2015 Best Mortgage Lender”
Mars National Bank was named the “Best Mortgage Lender” by the readers of the Cranberry Eagle newspaper. As part of the paper’s 2015 Community Choice Awards, the Bank was voted the top spot through write-in ballots. “This award is confirmation that our customers appreciate... - February 28, 2015 - Mars Bank
Central Bank of Ireland Has Selected CRIF to Establish the Central Credit Register
The Central Bank of Ireland has selected CRIF SpA as its partner to establish and operate the Central Credit Register (CCR). Contracts have been signed with CRIF Ireland Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of CRIF SpA. - February 28, 2015 - CRIF
Fixed Income and Commodity ETFs/ETPs Globally Both Have 3rd Best Month Gathering Net Inflows in January 2015, According to New Research by ETFGI
ETFGI’s new research finds overall net new asset (NNA) flows in January were US$12.2 Bn. Net inflows of US$13.3 Bn into fixed income products and US$5.2 Bn of net inflows into commodity ETFs/ETPs globally ranked as the third largest months on record for both asset classes, while equity... - February 27, 2015 - ETFGI
New Law Firm Finance Conference Addresses Changing Business Models, Financial Strategies
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) will present its Finance Conference for the Legal C-Suite May 17 at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. The one-day event will focus on cutting‐edge management, profitability, innovation, strategic and leadership topics in law firm finance. Advanced education and C-level speakers will offer solutions for busy law firm finance professionals. - February 26, 2015 - Association of Legal Administrators (ALA)
Osterman Research Finds a Lack of Good Information Governance Increases Corporate Costs and Risk
Most organizations are struggling with the problem of too much electronic data: how much they have, what it contains, who has access to it, where it is currently stored, and how long it should be kept. The lack of good information governance creates enormous risks and increases costs - and the problem is getting worse. - February 26, 2015 - Osterman Research, Inc.
Arcadia Merchant Services is Proud to Announce a Free Tablet Offer. Accept Credit Cards Today with a Flat 1.69% Rate Which Comes with a Free Tablet.
Arcadia Merchant Services is proud to announce a Free Tablet Offer. Accept Credit Cards Today with a Flat 1.69% Rate which comes with a Free Tablet, and 2 mobile devices for your iPhone or Android. - February 26, 2015 - Arcadia Merchant Services
Cognitive Options Group Launches BSA/AML Training Curriculum for Non-bank Lenders to Meet the Requirements of Mortgage Industry Regulations
Cognitive Options Group, a national consulting firm specializing in Mortgage Due Diligence and Compliance Reviews based in Lakewood, Colorado has announced that they now provide an online training solution to the financial services industry. The training is designed to help non-bank residential... - February 26, 2015 - Cognitive Options Group, LLC
Introducing Karsof Systems LLCTM Real-Time Transaction Authentication System Using Biometric Technology
Attention banks and other financial institutions! Introducing Karsof Systems LLC (TM) Real-time Transaction Authentication System using Biometric Technology. How would you like to totally protect your bank/institution and all your customers from fraudulent remote transactions? - February 25, 2015 - Karsof Systems LLC of Houston, TX and California
Travois Celebrates 20 Years of Service and a $1 Billion Impact in Native Communities
Travois, a mission-driven consulting firm, is celebrating 20 years of service and a $1 billion impact in American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities. The Kansas City-based company is kicking off a #20YearsEquals campaign to highlight its clients’ and partners’... - February 25, 2015 - Travois Holdings, Inc.
First Deal of 2015 for Empire Business Solutions
Empire Business Solutions, a leading Business Broker and M&A Company based in Huntington Beach is pleased to announce the first successful transaction of 2015. Roy Moss, President of Empire, said "We are quite excited about the prospects for a very active 2015 and this first 'Done Deal' of... - February 25, 2015 - Empire Business Solutions
A Busy Start to 2015 for Wilde Agency
Wilde Agency has announced three new account wins, two internal promotions, and a redesigned website. The new accounts are First National Bank of Omaha, the largest privately owned banking company in the United States and ranked one of Forbes magazine’s “Best Banks in America”... - February 24, 2015 - Wilde Agency
Osterman Research Finds Most Organizations at Significant Risk from Use of Consumer File Sync and Share Tools
Most organizations allow the use of consumer file sync and share tools, putting them at significant risk of data loss. - February 24, 2015 - Osterman Research, Inc.
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP, of Newmarket, Ontario, Canada has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of risk management. About Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Mr. Birchall has over 35 years’... - February 24, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Nationwide Appraisal Network Places Strong Focus on Credit Union Clients and Customer Service Excellence
With the changing face of lending, and the fact that many regulations now require 3rd party certification, relying on an Appraisal Management Company that clearly understands the dynamics of the Credit Union membership. - February 23, 2015 - NAN
NY Nonprofit Attacks Global Issues Through Private Council on Foreign Relations Style Briefings
The Financial Policy Council is bringing a Council on Foreign Relations approach toward financial policy education through a series of private invitation-only briefings. On March 16th, Iranian American Fox News award-winning investigative journalist, Lisa Daftari, will speak with concerned business leaders & financiers and address how global terrorism is changing world markets, national security, and human rights. In addition to Fox News, Lisa has been featured on CBS, NBC, PBS, NPR, & more. - February 23, 2015 - Financial Policy Council
Williams Asset Management Names Nicholas Ibello as Wealth Manager
Today, Williams Asset Management proudly announces that Nicholas A. Ibello has been named Wealth Manager, Associate Vice President. Mr. Ibello brings 5 years of industry experience to Williams Asset Management. “In this new role, Mr. Ibello will bring additional expertise and experience as... - February 22, 2015 - Williams Asset Management
Rick Duncan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rick Duncan of West Chester, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. About Rick Duncan Mr. Duncan is the Owner and CEO of Heartwood Consulting which provides business... - February 20, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
GSF Mortgage Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary
GSF Mortgage is excited to announce that the company is celebrating its 20-year anniversary this month. The company launched as a small mortgage brokerage in 1995 by a group of principals who had worked together in the finance industry since the 1970s. The founders include Jim Guzanick, Phil... - February 20, 2015 - GoGSF
PAY.ON Launches Open Payment Platform Across All White Label Payment Gateway Solutions
The new open payment technology reduces technical complexity, eliminates barriers to integration, and removes bottlenecks to business growth for PSPs, ISOs, and acquirers. - February 20, 2015 - PAY.ON AG
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Reach Settlement with Greenlight Re
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.’s President, Bob Arowood, announced today that a Settlement Agreement and Release has been finalized between Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. and Greenlight Re providing an end to the litigation between the parties. - February 19, 2015 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Donlen Named Finalist in Two Categories in the 2015 Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, today announced that they have been named a finalist in the Front-Line Customer Service Team of the Year as well as the New Business Intelligence Solution categories... - February 18, 2015 - Donlen
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Mortgage Loan Originator to the Sunshine State
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Nicole Vaughan as mortgage loan originator in Hypoluxo, Florida. She comes with nine years of experience and will work under Robert Scolnick, branch manager. Vaughan has more than 20 years providing services within her community. She began her career working for... - February 18, 2015 - GoGSF
Moataz Al-Khayyat at Forefront of Infrastructure Growth Within Gulf State Qatar
The Arcadis Global Infrastructure Investment Spending Index has recently ranked the prosperous Gulf State of Qatar in 2nd place, narrowly missing the top spot held by Singapore. Qatar, a cash rich economic powerhouse, boasts some of the highest investment profiles in the world and has displayed double figure average growth across all construction services. - February 17, 2015 - Al Khayyat Contracting & Trading
MILSTE Published The Blueprint to Banking in Taiwan 2015 Magazine
MILSTE published the first publication that comprehensively out captures the main trends, challenges and opportunities that are emerging in Taiwan’s banking industry, called The Blueprint to Banking in Taiwan 2015. The Blueprint to Banking in Taiwan 2015 magazine focuses on the unique... - February 17, 2015 - MILSTE
CreditCardForum Releases Credit Card Statistics for 2015
CreditCardForum, the internet’s leading interactive forum dedicated to credit cards, today released a comprehensive statistical abstract outlining industry, consumer and retail card facts for 2015. The statistical abstract can be found at... - February 15, 2015 - Creditcardforum.com
AsiaPay Launches New Hosted 3D Secure ACS Service for Banks
AsiaPay launches newly 3-D Secure Access Control Server (ACS) hosted solution service for banks. This secure managed service enables issuing banks participated in Visa, MasterCard and JCB 3-D Secure Program to offer its cardholders the 3D-Secure protection and to save considerable system setup investment and system administration operation overheads. - February 15, 2015 - AsiaPay
EGT's J1 Film Funding on Kickstarter Producing for Less Than an Industry Standard Budget
Justin Kazmierczak portrays multiple characters in a comedy adventure being produced this year with a top-notch makeup artist and special effects to create a film using less resources than the entertainment industry. The teaser trailer is designed to prove that a feature film with a budget of just... - February 14, 2015 - EGT
Anchor Capital Investments Ltd. (NSX: ACI) Hosts Venture Capital Conference in San Fransisco
Anchor Capital Investments Ltd. (NSX:ACI) is pleased to announce that on February 5, 2015 it hosted a venture capital conference in San Fransisco, California, inviting 17 companies for investment consideration. - February 13, 2015 - Anchor Capital Investments Ltd
Neo Group Gearing Up for Big Presence at 2015 Outsourcing World Summit
Neo Group leaders look forward to participating in this year’s Outsourcing World Summit and contributing unique insights on key industry topics, including analytics, digital and supply risk management. - February 12, 2015 - Neo Group
GSF Mortgage Welcomes New Loan Officer in Florida
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Robert Brockerman to its team. Brockerman joins TeamGO with 13 years of experience. He will be working under Ruth Watkins, branch manager. Brockerman is a veteran of the United States Army. He was in the 1st Armored Division where he trained in combat, artillery... - February 12, 2015 - GoGSF
Premier Indian Private Bank Takes Fintellix for Activating "Future-Proof" Risk-Based Supervision Platform
Appoints Regulatory Compliance market leader as partner for charting strategic Compliance roadmap; 3 of the top 4 Indian Private Sector Banks now relying on Fintellix for Regulatory Compliance - February 12, 2015 - Fintellix Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Pension Consultants Included in PLANADVISER’s Top 100
Pension Consultants, Inc., a leader in offering in-depth, un-conflicted advice on every aspect of retirement plan management, was recently recognized as one of the country’s Top 100 Advisers of 2015 by PLANADVISER. PLANADVISER, a nationally recognized and leading resource for advisers and... - February 11, 2015 - Pension Consultants Inc