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DataPath Meets with Congressional Leaders at the 36th Annual Employers Council on Flexible Compensation Conference
The healthcare administrative solutions company expressed support for proposed initiatives aimed at making healthcare affordable for TPAs, businesses and consumers. - March 16, 2017 - DataPath
Graves Insurance Group Owner Earns Specialty Certification
Bob Graves is the only Missourian with this certification. - March 16, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Marketing Representative, Eric Dail
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of new Marketing Representative, Eric Dail, to the Oak Ridge office. - March 16, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
500 Register for AAMSI's Medicare Supplement Insurance Sales Summit
Some 500 Medicare Supplement insurance agents and financial professionals have pre-registered to attend the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's free 1-day summit for insurance agents. - March 12, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Top Niche Insurance Businesses Revealed in New Report
Insurance Business America reveals 60 of the leading specialist insurance businesses in the country. - March 09, 2017 - Key Media
Atlanta Tech Village Based Trust Stamp Has Partnered with a Leading Central & Eastern Europe Software Company to Operate an Innovative FinTech & Blockchain Incubator
Trust Stamp an Atlanta Tech Village based FinTech company has partnered with 10Clouds, a leading software development company in Central and Eastern Europe to operate "Finnovation," a new FinTech, Blockchain and Digital Identity focused innovation incubator. - March 08, 2017 - Trust Stamp
US Mortgage Industry’s Power Players Revealed
100 mortgage professionals recognized as the movers and shakers of the mortgage world. - March 08, 2017 - Key Media
New Report Recognizes Canada’s Premiere Insurance Brokerages
Top insurance brokerages in Canada named in national report. - March 08, 2017 - Key Media
AHL Insurance Agency Becomes Member of Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
20-year-old independent insurance agency joins alliance. - March 07, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
DrivSafe Launches Mobile Telematics in Canada
DrivSafe telematics helps auto insurance companies identify good drivers and offer them lower rates. - March 05, 2017 - DrivSafe
Medicare Supplement Insurance Online Agent Directory Relaunched by AAMSI
The national online directory of Medicare Supplement insurance agents was relaunched today by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - March 03, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Marketing Representative, Felipe Grinan
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Marketing Representative, Felipe Grinan, to the Sanford, Florida office. He will be working with agencies throughout South Florida, including those in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach and the Keys. His background in with... - March 02, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Better Medicare Alliance Launches "Medicare My Way" Advocacy Campaign
Better Medicare Alliance (BMA), the leading advocacy coalition supporting Medicare Advantage, announced the launch of “Medicare My Way,” an advocacy campaign in support of Medicare Advantage. BMA is kicking off a three-week Digital March on Washington today organizing over 100,000 seniors enrolled in Medicare Advantage to call on the Trump Administration and Congress to lift a cap on Medicare Advantage care. - March 02, 2017 - Better Medicare Alliance
American Insurance Alliance Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Barnhart, Mo. agency becomes member of insurance alliance. - March 01, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
13.1 Million Americans Own Medicare Supplement Insurance Reports Association
The number of Americans with Medigap insurance grew 7.5 percent last year according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - February 26, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Most Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin and End at Home Reports AALTCI
Most newly opened long-term care insurance claims begin at home according to the latest data reported by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 25, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Honored as Five Star Network
St. Louis, Mo.-based alliance earns prestigious national recognition. - February 25, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Registrations for AAMSI's Medicare Supplement Insurance Conference Grow
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reports record-breaking attendance for the upcoming 2017 Medicare Supplement Summit. - February 24, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
AUI Welcomes Carrie Bay in Her Promotion to Marketing Director
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce that our former Marketing Representative, Carrie Bay, has been promoted to Director of Marketing for AUI. Formerly handling marketing in their Southern region, including Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, Carrie will now be coordinating all... - February 24, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Westerlund Joins MBH as CEO
MBH Settlement Group, L.C. (“MBH” or the “Company”), a leading title and settlement services provider in Northern Virginia, is pleased to announce that Fred Westerlund has joined the Company as its Chief Executive Officer. Fred is an industry veteran in title and settlement... - February 24, 2017 - MBH Settlement Group, L.C.
John Heft of New Day Underwriting Managers to Address Environmental Exposures & Claims at 2017 IRMI Energy Risk & Insurance Conference
John Heft, senior vice president and director of the real estate practice at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading construction-related professional liability and environmental resource firm for retail insurance agents and brokers, will address the “Environmental Exposures & Claims... - February 22, 2017 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Newly Funded CONCIERGE MED+ SERVICES LLC., Offers WC Space an Evidence Based Medical Treatment System to Assist Claims with Early Intervention and Medical Spend Oversight
CONCIERGE MED+SERVICES LLC, announced that they (with the assistance of a private funding group) have launched a new company to better meet the current demands of the Workers’ Compensation Industries’ continuous need for evidence-based ancillary & claims intervention services. - February 22, 2017 - CONCIERGE MED SERVICES LLC.
The Cason Group Names Ryan Evans VP of Operations
The Cason Group is pleased to announce that Ryan Evans has been named Vice President of Operations, effective immediately. Evans directs The Cason Group’s sales and marketing operations. Evans has been with The Cason Group since 2006, most recently as Director of Operations. Evans, a... - February 22, 2017 - The Cason Group
HUB International Millennial Compensation and Performance Survey Reveals Traditional Practices Not Working
The objective for this study was the identification of compensation and performance practices that are important to millennials. By sharing key takeaways, HUB International hopes you gain insight into what reward practices work best for this growing employee population. - February 21, 2017 - HUB International - West Region
GBS Becomes Only TPA Designated AM Best’s “Expert Service Provider" 12 Consecutive Times
Group Benefit Services (GBS) announces that AM Best Company has branded GBS as a client recommended, “Expert Service Provider” for the 12th consecutive year. GBS is the only Third Party Administrator (TPA) to achieve this designation 12 consecutive times. President and CEO of GBS James... - February 20, 2017 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Workers’ Compensation Division Welcomes New Middle Market Underwriter, Steven Mansfield
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Workers’ Compensation Middle Market Underwriter, Steven Mansfield. Steven will be responsible for the development, marketing and production of Workers’ Compensation in the Midwestern region. - February 19, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
The Cason Group Purchases Williams Insurance Brokerage
The Cason Group has purchased Williams Insurance Brokerage of Knoxville, Tennessee - February 16, 2017 - The Cason Group
Canadian Mortgage Industry’s Biggest Movers Revealed
45 mortgage professionals have been recognized as the movers and shakers of the mortgage world. - February 16, 2017 - Key Media
L.L. Bean & World Fuel Services to Discuss the Fine Points of Corporate Wellness Incentives
Global Healthcare Resources, along with Gift Card Partners will host a webinar titled “The Wellness Incentive Continuum & Program Adoption Lifecycle - A Look at Implementation to Sophistication.” The live webinar will occur Tuesday, February 21st at 1:00 PM EST (10:00 AM... - February 16, 2017 - Employer Healthcare & Benefits Congress
The Resource Center, Inc. Recognized as Safeco Insurance Premier Partner
Safeco Insurance has recognized The Resource Center, Inc. Springfield, MO with a Safeco® Premier Partner Program award for performance and partnership. Fewer than 10% of independent insurance agencies countrywide that sell Safeco personal lines products receive this distinguished honor. Only... - February 15, 2017 - The Resource Center, Inc.
Agency Revolution Releases New Version of Insurance Marketing Automation Software for Agents & Brokers ~ Award Winning Software Gets Major Upgrade
Agency Revolution has released the newest version of its award-winning marketing automation software for insurance agents and brokers. The new system makes it easy to communicate, deliver value, round accounts and keep customers longer. The Connect software currently integrates with AMS360, QQ Evolution, Powerbroker, Hawksoft, and TAM. Epic and Xanatek integration are available in beta. - February 14, 2017 - Agency Revolution
New Review of Surety Programs for Service and Supply/Install Contracting
In underwriting public works’ contractors, surety companies extensively prequalify those businesses to confirm that they have the capital, capacity, experience and character to perform the specific contract. But, public funds are spent on a lot of other products and services beyond construction. Private Industry has always provided goods and services to our government entities. Supply and Service Contract awards make up a significant portion of governmental budgets across the country. - February 13, 2017 - South Coast Surety
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Personal Lines Division Welcomes New Operations Director, Rocky Shealy
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the new Operations Director of Personal Lines, Rocky Shealy, to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee office. Rocky will be coordinating the daily operations of the Personal Lines department with focus on staff management, production and... - February 12, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Industry Paid $8.65 Billion in Claims Reports AALTCI
The number of individuals receiving long term care insurance claim benefits increased in 2016 according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 12, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Ellsworth Insurance Agency Hires New Employee
Edwardsville, Illinois agency is a member of Valley Insurance Agency Alliance. - February 12, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Medicare Supplement Association's Conference Sells Out Exhibit Hall
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced a record number of companies will be exhibiting at the organization's 2017 national industry conference. - February 11, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
A Digital Assistant Built for Insurance Advisors by Insurance Advisors
Finaeo launches platform for insurance advisors, automating back-office administration by providing a digital assistant powered by a custom-built CRM engine enabling insurance advisors to focus on what they do best: build strong client relationships. - February 10, 2017 - Finaeo. Inc.
Exclusive RRS Xpress Autoguard Program: Covering the Gap of Physical Damage Loss Settlement
Reliance Risk Solutions (RRS), the high net worth personal insurance division of Appalachian Underwriters, has developed an industry-exclusive program called Xpress Autoguard. Xpress Autoguard addresses a significant coverage gap for many personal and commercial automobile policies with regard to... - February 10, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Powers Insurance and Benefits Promotes Employee
Meaghan Dowd earns promotion after achieving industry certification. - February 09, 2017 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Melissa McKee
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Melissa McKee, to the Scottsdale, Arizona office. Melissa’s role will focus on the production of new Workers’ Compensation business, with a primary focus in California. - February 08, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
GBS Announces the Launch of a Highly Advanced Cloud-Based Web Portal
Group Benefit Services (GBS) announces the release of their next generation highly advanced cloud-based web portal for PC and mobile devices. - February 07, 2017 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Atlanta FinTech Startup Grabs Attention from the South East to Silicon Valley
In the space of 4-days Atlanta Technology Village-based startup, Trust Stamp, will both demo at TechCrunch’s prestigious Crunchies Awards Show and compete in the final round of the TAG FinTech Innovation Awards. - February 06, 2017 - Trust Stamp
Joseph Buono Promoted to Senior Account Manager in Real Estate Group of New Day Underwriting Managers
Joseph Buono has been promoted to Senior Account Manager within the Real Estate Practice of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages. He is responsible for supporting the company’s... - February 03, 2017 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Director Issues Inflation Advisory
Rising inflation should be taken into account by financial advisors helping their clients plan for long-term care insurance, cautions head of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 03, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Short-Term Care Insurance Group Supports Agent Education
The National Advisory Center for Short-Term Care Information announced it's 2017 campaign to generate increased awareness and sales by insurance professionals. - February 02, 2017 - Short Term Care Insurance National Advisory Council
Medicare Supplement Association Launches New Website
The nation's Medicare Supplement insurance association has relaunched the organization's website marking the organization's largest investment in supporting consumer requests for local Medigap insurance agents. - February 01, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Bailey Family Insurance Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Springfield, Illinois agency becomes member of St. Louis, Missouri-based alliance - February 01, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
ProHCM Adds Seventeen New Broker Partners
ProHCM, a leading HR and benefits technology and services organization, has added 17 new benefit broker partners since the start of January. This represents the fastest expansion since ProHCM launched in the summer of 2016. The new locations include: Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL;... - January 31, 2017 - ProHCM Holdings, LLC
Medicare Advantage Earns Record Bipartisan Support in Senate
Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) President and CEO Allyson Y. Schwartz, released the following statement in response to a letter to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Acting Administrator Patrick Conway signed by 65 members of the U.S. Senate ahead of the annual rate notice on Medicare... - January 28, 2017 - Better Medicare Alliance
Powers Insurance and Benefits Hires New Personal Account Manager
Robin Bender to assist with claims for new and existing clients. - January 28, 2017 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management