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Russell Badessa Joins AspenCross Financial Group
AspenCross Financial Group, an independent community-based financial advisory, investment management and employee benefits firm, is pleased to announce that Russell J. Badessa, a resident of Westford, MA has joined the firm as a Senior Associate. As a Senior Associate, Russ will focus on... - June 17, 2009 - AspenCross Financial Group
Mark Forte Expands Financial Services Practice
AspenCross Financial Group, an independent community-based financial advisory, investment management and employee benefits firm, is pleased to announce that Mark D. Forte, a resident of Auburn, New Hampshire has joined the firm as a Senior Associate. Mark brings more than 12 years of experience... - June 17, 2009 - AspenCross Financial Group
Greenwood International Hires New Marketing & Communications Director
Heather Bruce Welcomed to the GWI Team - June 17, 2009 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
Dan O’Brien Promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Integrated Healthcare, LLC
Vice President of GWI Expands Role to COO of Integrated Healthcare - June 17, 2009 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Launches New Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Workers’ Compensation and General Liability Programs, Hires John Valko and Opens Ohio Field Office
John Valko has joined AUI to market their general liability and workers’ compensation programs that have been developed for clients of Professional Employer Organizations (PEO’s), Administrative Service Organizations (ASO’s) and Payroll Service Providers on a true PAYGO basis. The... - June 14, 2009 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Struggling SMEs Cutting Insurance and Facing Financial Risk
Research from Coverzones suggests that SMEs are facing increased risk due to Govt red tape at the very time they are cutting back on their insurance to cut costs. - June 13, 2009 - Coverzones
First Investors Corporation - First Investors Encourages Clients to “Shore Up” Their Savings This Summer
It’s summertime, which means more hours of daylight, higher temperatures, cooking on the barbeque and trips to the beach. This summer, First Investors Corporation is also encouraging clients to “shore up” their savings and investment accounts by making regular... - June 10, 2009 - First Investors Media
City Building Owners Insurance Program Has New Initiative: Building Owners Can Negotiate Lower Insurance Rates
In today's economy, landlords and building owners have a new resource to help negotiate lower insurance rates. The City Building Owners Insurance Program helps them build a positive "building profile" to submit to several insurance companies who will bid for their business, offering lower rates and policies with broader terms. - June 09, 2009 - City Building Owners Insurance Program
Berkshire Settlements Receives Tennessee Life Settlement Provider License
The State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance has granted Berkshire Settlements, an Atlanta based insurance services company, a license to operate as a life settlement provider. Berkshire’s services enable seniors to sell their life insurance policies in a capable, trusted, and... - June 04, 2009 - Berkshire Settlements, Inc.
First Investors Corporation: 2009 First Investors Chairman’s Council Announced
First Investors Corporation recently announced the members of the 2009 First Investors Chairman’s Council. The 25 members were determined by their performance rankings for 2008-09. - June 03, 2009 - First Investors Media
New Ownership Repositions CAPS as Total Solutions Provider, Adds Managed Services, Data Storage, and Partner Program. IT & Operations Veteran Peter Messina Heads New Team
Computer Alternative Processing Sites, Inc. (CAPS) new ownership repositions as a Total Solutions Provider, adding Managed Services, Data Storage Colocation, and a Partner Program with IT and Operations veteran Peter Messina heading the new management team. The first class IT infrastructure solutions provider also expands marketing, client support, and business development for large enterprise and SMB clients. - June 02, 2009 - Computer Alternative Processing Sites, Inc. (CAPS)
First Investors Corporation - First Investors Life Rolls Out Updated Term Life Insurance
The updated First Investors Life Level Term product offers new features and benefits. A new underwriting category, Preferred Plus, has been added, which gives the most insurable candidates the opportunity to benefit from First Investors Life’s best term premium rates. - May 28, 2009 - First Investors Media
Mini Medical, Limited Medical & Worksite Conference, October 25th & 26th, 2009 in Los Angeles, CA
The 1st conference dedicated to limited medical plans, mini medical plans and worksite benefits will bring together up to 400 of the key leaders and over 50 expert speakers in the industry for 2 days of advanced education and the ultimate networking event. The conference will be the first of... - May 27, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
Marquette Managment Launches Community Life Program
Marquette blends technology and good old fashioned values in program that is a win-win for business and customers. - May 26, 2009 - JVM Realty Corporation
The Swinden Group Advises That Tropical Cyclone Aila Will Target India and Bangladesh Border Region
Torrential rains are expected along the coastline of India and Bangladesh to cause widespread damage. - May 26, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Marquette Managment Launches Lease Release Program for Renters Concerned About Job Loss
Marquette Management Launches Lease Release Program for Apartment Renters Concerned About Future Job Loss. Marquette Management, Inc, of Romeoville, IL, has announced their Lease Release Program - allowing apartment residents to easily break their lease in the case of a job loss. “With... - May 23, 2009 - JVM Realty Corporation
MDAdvantage Sponsors New Jersey's Most Prestigious “Excellence in Medicine” Awards
A group of outstanding New Jerseyans were lauded on May 6 when the Edward J. Ill Excellence in Medicine Awards® honored healthcare leaders. These coveted awards are among the highest honors given in New Jersey’s medical community. The black tie gala was held at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. - May 22, 2009 - MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey
First Investors Corporation: First Investors National Tax Exempt Funds Are Reviewed in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine
The First Investors Insured Tax Exempt Fund II (EIITX) and the First Investors Insured Tax Exempt Fund (FITAX) and were ranked first and fifth, respectively, in the long-term municipal bond fund category in the May issue of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine. - May 20, 2009 - First Investors Media
BeamaLife Sponsors Second Annual South Asian Excellence Awards In New York May 9
BeamaLife, the country’s premier online provider of whole life insurance quotes, term life insurance quotes, universal life insurance quotes, and other financial solutions, joined the list of esteemed sponsors of the second annual South Asian Excellence Awards (SAEA) held May 9 at the historic Cipriani Hotel in New York. - May 15, 2009 - Beamalife
First Investors Offices Across the Country Are Hiring Financial Services Representatives
First Investors Corporation is looking for smart, highly motivated individuals to join its team. Recent college graduates are especially encouraged to apply. A background in business or finance is not required to apply for the position of First Investors Financial Services Representative. - May 13, 2009 - First Investors Media
Healthcare Scouts Honors National Hospital Week
In honor of National Hospital Week, Healthcare Scouts is proud to recognize all of its hospital partners for their daily dedication to patient care improving the quality of their internal teams. "Our partners are continually striving to improve patient care quality, and many understand that... - May 13, 2009 - Healthcare Scouts
Alternative Healthcare Plan Reduces Employer Medical Costs 30%-50%
USA Insurance Brokers recently announced the Alternative Healthcare plan, made possible by recent changes in federal regulations and Health Reimbursement Accounts. This plan enables Employers to reduce premiums for Major Medical Insurance by 30% to 50%. - May 08, 2009 - USA Insurance Brokers
SIA Group Names North Carolina Territory Manager
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Dennis Lenihan, CIC, has been named a territory manager for SIA of North Carolina. In this position, Lenihan will be responsible for retaining and... - May 07, 2009 - SIA Group
First Investors Life Introduces FIRST ADVANTAGE, a New Fixed Deferred Annuity
The FIRST ADVANTAGE annuity from First Investors Life is designed for those who want both growth and safety for their retirement savings, as well as the opportunity to establish a safety net of guaranteed1 retirement income. - May 06, 2009 - First Investors Media
EXIGIS to Exhibit at PRIMA 2009 Conference in Dallas, Texas
EXIGIS, LLC., the leading provider of risk management services and process automation software, announced today that it will participate as an exhibitor at this month’s Public Risk Management Association’s (PRIMA) Annual Conference. The Conference will be held at the Hilton Anatole in... - May 06, 2009 - Exigis, LLC.
SeaPass Adds Travelers (NYSE: TRV) Select Accounts to Its Multi-Carrier Hub Platform
SeaPass Solutions has now added Travelers Select Accounts to its multi-carrier Hub platform, a comparative commercial lines quoting tool that enables independent agents and brokers to obtain real-time quotes, proposals and issuance of policies for their customers. Eric Gewirtzman, CEO of SeaPass,... - May 06, 2009 - SeaPass Solutions Inc.
U.S. Preventive Medicine® Signs Agreement with Massachusetts General Hospital
U.S. Preventive Medicine®, the leader in disease prevention services, has signed an agreement with Massachusetts General Hospital, a leader in patient care, education and research, to become a key referral location for its members of The Prevention Plan seeking executive physical examinations... - May 02, 2009 - U.S. Preventive Medicine, Inc.
Coface Credit Management North America Provides $1.5 Million Factoring Facility
Coface Credit Management North America, Inc. (CCMNA) announced today a factoring facility for a $1.5 million hauler of hazardous waste material. This company chose factoring as a means of improving cash flow and paying suppliers sooner. “We are pleased to be able to help the growth of a... - May 02, 2009 - Coface North America, Inc.
O’Connor Insurance and Platinum Funding Solutions Team Up to Fight Hunger
Emergency food pantries in Charlotte and the surrounding counties desperately need donations. - April 29, 2009 - O'Connor Insurance Associates, Inc.
First Investors Announces New Subadviser
First Investors is pleased to announce that Muzinich & Co., Inc. (“Muzinich”) is now serving as the investment subadviser of the First Investors Fund For Income and the First Investors Life Series High Yield Fund. - April 29, 2009 - First Investors Media
Audra J. Renth Joins SIA Group
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Audra J. Renth has been named a sales executive at the branch office in Raleigh. In this position, Renth will be responsible for retaining and... - April 29, 2009 - SIA Group
Aging Population Causing Thousands of Vacant Home Insurance Claims
An increase in the elderly population worldwide is leading to an increase in vacant home insurance claims due to death or transfer to a nursing home leaving the primary residence unoccupied and uninsurable. - April 26, 2009 - Vacant Home Insurance Now
EXIGIS Announces Launch of Redesigned Website
EXIGIS, LLC., the leading provider of risk management services and process automation software, announced the launch of a new website (www.exigis.com) featuring updated content and expanded functionalities. - April 26, 2009 - Exigis, LLC.
Healthcare Scouts Will be Attending the CMSA's 19th Annual Conference & Expo in Phoenix Arizona June 16-19, 2009
As the premier recruiter for Nurse Case Professionals, Healthcare Scouts prides itself in assisting candidates and clients explore and discover this "exciting positive change" in the growing Nurse Case field. According to Brian Hudson, President of Healthcare Scouts, “The CMSA conference allows us the opportunity to recognize and further educate our team, while understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates attending the event.” - April 26, 2009 - Healthcare Scouts
Glimmer of Hope for New House-Building
Further to the Chancellor’s Budget statement and pledged housing boost on Wednesday, NHBC’s latest statistics show the first quarter-on-quarter rise in applications to start new homes for almost two years. 16,232 applications were received by NHBC during the first three months of 2009... - April 26, 2009 - NHBC
First Investors Opens New Salt Lake City Office
First Investors has opened a new office in Sandy, Utah, a suburb of Salt Lake City. Heading up the new office is Division Manager Travis Johanson. - April 22, 2009 - First Investors Media
The Swinden Group Advises Clients That Tropical Cyclone Bijli will Target Bangladesh and Myanmar Border Region
Torrential rains are expected along the coastline of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. - April 18, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Primerica Presents Four Ways to Help Pay for College
Primerica, a financial services industry leader, offers four tips to help clients make their college savings go farther. - April 16, 2009 - Primerica Financial Services
SIA Group Names Sales Executive
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that John A. Boyd Jr., CLTC, has been named a sales executive at the branch office in Jacksonville, N.C. In this position, Boyd will be responsible for... - April 16, 2009 - SIA Group
Primerica Presents Three Ways to Curb Spending
Primerica, a financial services industry leader, believes one of the first steps toward getting on track for a bright financial future is to create better spending and saving habits. To help clients get into the mindset of making better money choices, Primerica presents three easy ways to curb spending. - April 15, 2009 - Primerica Financial Services
First Investors Insights - Spring 2009 Issue is Now Available
First Investors just released the Spring 2009 issue of First Investors Insights. First Investors Insights is a semi-annual newsletter that is mailed with clients’ account statements. It is also available on www.firstinvestors.com under the header, “Information Center.” The... - April 15, 2009 - First Investors Media
Website for Free Insurance Quotes Gets Redesigned at Einsurance.com
Einsurance recently redesigned their free insurance quote portal to help insurance shoppers get multiple insurance quotes more quickly. - April 14, 2009 - E-INSURE Services, Inc.
Dimension Service Corporation Announces Appointment of Executive Vice President for Sales & Marketing
Dimension Service Corporation (DSC) announces appointment of Jeffrey Moon as Executive Vice President for Sales & Marketing. Moon has over 30 years experience in the insurance industry and recently served as President of a warranty administrator in Omaha, NE. - April 13, 2009 - Dimension Service Corporation
George Geldin Presented with 9th Consecutive Insurance Award
A local insurance agent and business owner has been presented with his ninth consecutive Golden Eagle award from the National Association of Health Underwriters. The Golden Eagle award is a symbol of the highest level of achievement for outstanding work in health insurance sales. George Geldin,... - April 11, 2009 - Geldin Insurance Services
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Opens Pennsylvania Field Operation and Launches New “AUI Staffing” Program
AUI is excited to announce the hiring of Chris Smith to head up their Bala Cynwyd (a Philadelphia Suburb) regional office in Pennsylvania. He brings over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry, specifically in Workers’ Compensation for both Claims and Underwriting. His underwriting... - April 10, 2009 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
First Investors Lexington Office - Frank Patton Promoted to Division Manager
First Investors is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Patton to the position of Division Manager of the Lexington, Kentucky sales office. The promotion took effect February 2, 2009. A graduate of Western Kentucky University, Frank Patton has been with First Investors since 2001, when he... - April 08, 2009 - First Investors Media
SIA Group, Full-Service Insurance Agency, Endorsed by North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that the firm has been endorsed by the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA) (www.ncrla.biz), a nonprofit trade association that... - April 08, 2009 - SIA Group
Auto Insurance Quotes for Existing Vehicles Still Strong Says E-INSURE Services
According to CEO, David Thompson of E-Insure Services, site traffic for auto insurance quotes have remained on track, but there has been a notable shift in the approach of an auto insurance quote shopper. Many insurance shoppers are simply looking to switch auto insurance companies to get a lower rate and thus save a few extra dollars. - April 06, 2009 - E-INSURE Services, Inc.
MDAdvantage Appoints Raymond H. Bateman to Board of Directors
Patricia A. Costante, Chairman and CEO of MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance in New Jersey, today announced the appointment of Raymond H. Bateman to its Board of Directors. “Mr. Bateman comes to the MDAdvantage Board... - April 06, 2009 - MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey
The Swinden Group Offers Free Severe Weather Advisories for April
For the month of April, Severe Weather Advisories, by the Swinden Group, are being provided free of charge. - April 04, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC