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DataPath, Inc. Whitepaper Reveals Survey Findings of Employee Familiarity of HSA and FSA Benefits
DataPath, Inc., a leading developer of technology solutions for employer-sponsored benefits administration, announced today the release of a whitepaper titled, “Addressing Education Gaps is Key to TPA Growth.” In the whitepaper, DataPath summarizes findings from a survey they conducted... - December 12, 2019 - DataPath
Heroes Aim for Zero: Houston Area Leaders Collaborate to End Traffic Fatalities
Houston Area leaders being recognized for their collaborative efforts to end traffic deaths. Vision Zero was adopted by TXDOT and by Mayor Sylvester Turner in 2019 in an effort to end roadway fatalities and address the dangers that impact our area. In 2017, 3,727 Texans died on the roads and another 17,535 people sustained serious injuries. On average, 640 people die on Houston-area roads every year, making the region the deadliest in the country. - December 10, 2019 - SAFE 2 SAVE
Joseph Reynolds of RT Specialty Leads Discussion on Real Estate Development Risks at 39th IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Joseph Reynolds, assistant vice president within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice (RT ECP), recently led the discussion on Real Estate Development (RED) Errors and Omissions Risks at the 39th IRMI Construction Risk Conference held in... - December 10, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Berkley Design Professional’s BDP Risk® Learning Management System Named Brandon Hall Group 2019 Bronze Excellence Award Winner
Berkley Design Professional (BDP), a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has won the Brandon Hall Group 2019 Bronze Excellence Award for Learning for its BDP Risk® Learning Management System (LMS). Awarded within the “Best Advance in Custom Content” category,... - December 10, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Appalachian Underwriters Partners with Thimble Insurance to Bring Appointed Agents a Short-Term Policy Option
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is excited to announce its partnership with Thimble Insurance, the on-demand insurance platform for short-term, small-business-centered policies. This is Thimble’s first partnership with an insurance Managing General Agent/Wholesaler. Formerly Verifly, the... - December 06, 2019 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Raymond F.H. Bustamante and Edward L. Sheiffele, Jr. Promoted to Senior Leadership Positions at Berkley Construction Professional
Berkley Construction Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has extended its dedication to the construction professional and pollution liability marketplace with the promotions of Raymond F.H. Bustamante to managing director and Edward L. Sheiffele, Jr. to... - December 04, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Coverage Doubtful, Association Director Predicts
A taxpayer paid long-term care insurance program has been passed previously and abandoned according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Election year proposals are likely to meet the same fate predicts AALTCI's director. - December 04, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Only 10 Exhibit Booths Remain for AAMSI's 2020 Medicare Supplement Industry Summit
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced that only 10 exhibit booths remain for the organization's 2020 national Medicare insurance conference. AAMSI reports the 2020 conference will include 124 exhibit spaces, an increase from the 85 at the 2019 industry event. - December 02, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Thirteen Insurers Enter Medicare Advantage Market for 2020 Shares Association
Some 13 insurers have entered the Medicare Advantage market making coverage available for the coming year, shares the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. Medicare's Annual Enrollment period ends December 7 making it vital for seniors to act prior to the enrollment deadline. - November 28, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Insurance Navy Brokers Shares Holiday Travel Tips
Insurance Navy, a leader in the insurance market, warns drivers of the upcoming holiday traffic and shares tips on how to make a road trip safe and enjoyable. Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and food. It is also a time for heavy traffic. Travelers need to know when to leave and return to... - November 28, 2019 - Insurance Navy
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Posts Full Conference Program
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance posted the program for the organization's 2020 national Medigap insurance industry conference. The Medicare Supplement Summit takes place May 13-15, 2020 in Chicago. - November 27, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Dr. Wendy Labat Offers Free Enrollment Service Until December 15 through Financial Cures Program
Easing the Pains of Financial Difficulty One Text at a Time as Long as You Make the December 15 Deadline - November 25, 2019 - The Financial Cures LLC
Direct Auto Insurance Celebrates the Season of Giving with Charitable "Stocking Get One, Give One" Sweepstakes
Car insurance company to spread holiday cheer by gifting 430 six-foot-tall, toy-filled holiday stockings to sweepstakes winners and non-profits in 11 states. - November 25, 2019 - Direct Auto Insurance
Long-Term Care Need Reported by Long-Term Care Insurance Association Director
The latest data reveals that 14 million Americans require long-term care services and supports according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Latest data is being shared on the organization's website. - November 24, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Summit Reports Record Sponsorships
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reports record sponsorships for the organization's 2020 National Medicare Insurance Industry Summit. AAMSI's conference takes place May 13-15, 2020 in Chicago, IL. - November 23, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Majority of Consumers Opting for Zero-Cost Medicare Advantage Plans, Reports Association
During the current Medicare Annual Enrollment (AEP) period, most consumers are opting for zero-cost plans shares the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. Comparing plans and costs is vital before AEP ends on December 7. - November 21, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Daniela Compton Promoted to Account Manager at RT Specialty
Daniela Compton has been promoted to account manager within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. She is responsible for supporting the new business, marketing, sales and coverage assessment activities of the company’s senior... - November 20, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Baystate Financial is Honored as a 2019 “Top Places to Work” Winner by the Boston Globe for the 9th Year
The Boston Globe has named Baystate Financial a Top Places to Work in Massachusetts. The award recognizes Baystate Financials achievements in creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains employees through a combination of employee satisfaction, working conditions and company... - November 16, 2019 - Baystate Financial
Linda Alpay Joins Counsellors Title Agency
Linda Alpay is joining Counsellors Title Agency bringing a wide-range of experience including new business development, new agent training, caravan marketing and more. - November 13, 2019 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Medicare Supplement Insurance Free Sales Summit Program Announced by Association
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced the line-up for the largest free agent Summit focusing on Medicare and senior insurance products. The 2020 National Medicare Insurance Sales Summit will take place May 13, 2020 in Chicago. - November 13, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Berkley Construction Professional Introduces Faulty Workmanship Liability Coverage
Berkley Construction Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, introduces Faulty Workmanship Liability coverage that fits together with the ISO Commercial General Liability (CGL) policy with respect to property damage arising from faulty workmanship and addresses... - November 11, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Increased 2020 Tax Deductible Limits for Long-Term Care Insurance Announced by AALTCI
The higher tax deductible limits for long-term care insurance offer a significant benefit for a limited number of new buyers according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - November 09, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Joseph Fagan Named Account Administrator at RT Specialty
Joseph Fagan has been named an account administrator within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice based in Hamilton, NJ. He will work directly with senior staff to support the company’s ongoing new business, sales, account management,... - November 08, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Many Americans Sit Out Medicare's Annual Enrollment Says Medicare Supplement Association Director
Seniors should avoid the potentially costly mistake of skipping Medicare's Annual Enrollment period advises the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - November 08, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Financial Independence Group, LLC Names Jim Cooper, Mike Mullan, and Brian Williams Co-Chief Executive Officers
Dr. Bill and Ericka Cain, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Administrator, will be assuming the roles as Founders as Jim Cooper, Mike Mullan, and Brian Williams are named Co-Chief Executive Officers for Financial Independence Group. - November 07, 2019 - Financial Independence Group
UMIP’s Partner Announces Company Name Change and Launch of Religious-Focused Sub-Brand
AmVenture Insurance Agency is now Suracy Insurance Agency - November 07, 2019 - Suracy Insurance Agency, Inc.
Ed Sheiffele of Berkley Construction Professional to Discuss Real Estate Development Trends & Challenges at IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Ed Sheiffele, senior vice president at Berkley Construction Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, will participate in a panel discussion detailing Real Estate Development Errors, Omissions Risks and Insurance at the IRMI Construction Risk Conference to be held... - November 06, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Priority First Insurance & Investments Hires New Team Member
Tina Woehr brings more than 13 years of insurance experience to the agency. - November 06, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
New Study Can Boost Long-Term Care Insurance Need Predicts Association
Americans are living longer and that bodes well for the future need and resulting growth of long-term care insurance predicts the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - November 06, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Breast Cancer Survivor Launches Financial Cures Program
Dr. Wendy Labat Speaking on her new program: “Budgeting: Diagnosing Your Financial Health” at the Atlanta Small Business Expo November 14, 2019. - November 04, 2019 - The Financial Cures LLC
New Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program Discussed by Association Director
Details and insights into the new Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program were shared by the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. The program is the nation's largest group long-term care insurance program according to AALTCI. - November 04, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Brian Williams Honored Recipient of the 2019 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Lifetime Achievement
Financial Independence Group is pleased to announce that their Chief Operating Officer, Brian Williams, has been awarded the 2019 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Lifetime Achievement from the National Association for Fixed Annuities (NAFA). - November 02, 2019 - Financial Independence Group
Insight Into Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increases Shared by Association
Understanding what consumers with older long-term care insurance policies do when facing a rate increase is important for both insurance agents as well as consumers explains the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "There was some very interesting information shared... - November 02, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Suracy Insurance Agency Announces Suracy Faith Sub-Brand Focused on Serving Religious Organizations
Suracy Faith Provides Insurance Solutions for Houses of Worship Nationwide - November 01, 2019 - Suracy Insurance Agency, Inc.
100 Booths Sold for 2020 Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Summit
A record 102 exhibit hall booths have already been sold for the 2020 National Medicare Insurance Summit organized by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. AAMSI reports significant growth from prior events due to increasing interest in Medicare insurance options. - October 31, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Seniors Facing More Medicare Insurance Options Should Seek Local Medicare Experts Recommends AAMSI
During Medicare's Annual Enrollment seniors are facing more choices than in prior years and would benefit by connecting with local Medicare insurance specialists recommends the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - October 30, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
AmVenture Insurance Agency Announces Name Change to Suracy Insurance Agency
Name Change Reflects Final Step in Launch as Independent Agency - October 30, 2019 - Suracy Insurance Agency, Inc.
Enhanced Website Provides Long-Term Care Planning Resources
Most American families either know a person who needs long-term care or a person who provides care for them. Having an advance plan for the financial costs and burdens of aging has become an essential part of an overall retirement plan. LTCNEWS.com has been redesigned to provide more tools and resources. LTC News gives American families the resources to help them plan for long-term care and the impact extended care has on loved ones. - October 25, 2019 - McCann LTC
The Insurance House Hires Two New Team Members
Illinois agency continues to add to growing organization. - October 18, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
2019 Long-Term Care Awareness Month Art Released by Long-Term Care Insurance Association
The official banner for the 2019 National Long-Term Care Awareness Month was released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 17, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurance Navy Earns Better Business Bureau Accreditation
Becoming an Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau is an honor not accorded to all businesses; because not all businesses meet eligibility standards. Insurance Navy is pleased to announce that it has met all BBB standards and is now an Accredited Business. “Accreditation in the... - October 16, 2019 - Insurance Navy
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Insights Shared by Association Director
Just published information on long-term care insurance claims was shared by the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 13, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Michigan Production Insurance Brokerage Educate on Film Equipment Insurance
MFE Insurance, a Michigan production insurance brokerage, recently released a guide on "What Producers Need To Know About Film Equipment Insurance." This insurance can help protect film producers or owners of film equipment used for film production. Film equipment insurance consists of... - October 13, 2019 - MFE Insurance
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics (Chiropractor) Cater to Millennials
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics now cater to millennials that have been in a personal injury or car accident. - October 11, 2019 - PIHELP
Gina Bernardo Joins RT Specialty as Account Administrator
Gina Bernardo has been named an account administrator within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. She is responsible for working with the company’s executive team to grow key lines of business and support their account management,... - October 10, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Salus Workers’ Compensation Completes Acquisition of Method Insurance Services
Salus Workers’ Compensation, LLC, Completes Acquisition of Managing General Underwriter and Wholesaler Method Insurance Services, LLC. - October 10, 2019 - Salus
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Expands National Summit Exhibit Hall
The American Association for Medicare Supplement announced it has added sponsorship and exhibit opportunities for the 2020 national Medigap industry conference. Due to unprecedented interest, the 2020 conference exhibit hall is being expanded by AAMSI. - October 10, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Members Selected for Top Illinois Awards
Independent Insurance Agents of Illinois names top agency and agent from alliance. - October 10, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Eileen Nicosia Joins Counsellors Title Agency
Eileen Nicosia joins Counsellors Title as part of the agency's extensive sales expansion into major New Jersey real estate markets including Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex and Bergen counties. - October 09, 2019 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Cutting Long-Term Care Insurance Costs Addressed by LTC Association
Four tips from the latest American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance guide have been shared. Saving money on long-term care insurance is valuable information for all consumers says Jesse Slome, AALTCI's director. - October 09, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance