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Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Attorney Noreen L. Slank Selected for Michigan Lawyers Weekly Women in the Law
Attorney Noreen L. Slank selected to inaugural Women in the Law class for her work in appellate and trial courts. - August 07, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
StrucSure Home Warranty Adds Remodeling Industry Veteran Michael Huber
Huber to Help Market and Sell StrucSure’s Remodelers Program. - August 05, 2010 - StrucSure Home Warranty
StrucSure Home Warranty Teams with Remodeleze.com
Partnership to Provide One-Stop Resource for Remodeling Contractors and Homeowners Looking to Remodel - August 04, 2010 - StrucSure Home Warranty
Wellco Leads Quest for Flat Health Costs
Royal Oak, Michigan-based Wellco Corporation recently became the first and only wellness industry leader to offer an effective evaluation system for wellness programs. The product, called HealthHammer, helps companies accurately benchmark and fully achieve flat health costs over time. - August 04, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
Conventus Partners with the Saint Barnabas Medical Center Foundation in Establishing Medical Simulation Training Center
Conventus Inter-Insurance Exchange is proud to announce its donation of $25,000 to support the Saint Barnabas Medical Center Foundation’s development of a Regional Perinatal Simulation Center to provide the latest medical training technology to the East Coast. With the most innovative... - July 31, 2010 - Conventus
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Strengthens Tennessee Operations by Acquiring The Renewals of Summers & Associates, Inc., an MGA Operating Out of Dandridge TN
AUI has entered into an agreement to purchase the renewal rights of Summers & Associates effective August 1st, 2010. Summers & Associates is a specialized MGA, serving Tennessee agents, and is owned and operated by Jim Summers. Jim after many years of service has decided to retire and was... - July 30, 2010 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
AAA Launches Breakthrough Email Itinerary/Trip Planner
AAA launches the truvle Ltd. customized trip itinerary planner, replacing traditional agent emails and giving travelers instant access to travel products, information and services. - July 28, 2010 - AAA
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Appears on Prestigious Ward’s 50 List
For the second consecutive year, Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance has been included in the Ward’s 50, a prestigious listing of the top property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The honor puts Farm Bureau in the top 2% insurance companies in the United States. - July 17, 2010 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
GWI Expands Stop Loss Portfolio with Fairmont Specialty Partnership
GreenWood International to Underwrite Medical Stop Loss on Behalf of Fairmont Specialty’s A&H Division. - July 16, 2010 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
American Collectors Insurance and Hemmings Motor News Join in Celebration
Industry leaders and enthusiasts recognize “Collector Car Appreciation Day” - July 06, 2010 - American Collectors Insurance
Troy CROP Hunger Walk Surpasses $375,000 in Total Funds for Local and World Hunger with Help of Wellco President
Two hundred fifty eight hunger fighting advocates representing 17 organizations walked to raise $19,023 for a total of nearly $385,000 in their 20-year span. - July 04, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
Bluegrass Family Health, Inc. Tennessee Fully Insured Business
Effective January 1, 2011, Bluegrass Family Health, Inc. will no longer issue or renew any fully insured group health insurance coverage in the state of Tennessee. All Bluegrass Family Health, Inc. fully insured health benefit plans in effect on December 31, 2010 will terminate as of that date. - July 01, 2010 - Bluegrass Family Health, Inc.
IDBI Fortis Reaches the City of Sports
IDBI Fortis Life Insurance is one of India’s fastest growing new private life insurance companies having started operations in March 2008 launches its new Branch in Jalandhar. - June 30, 2010 - IDBI Federal
Re-Igniting RRG Bill in Congress
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) today reported that its lobbying team has intensified efforts to bring modernization of the Liability Risk Retention Act (LRRA) back to the attention of Congress as the House Financial Services Committee and the Senate Banking Committee wrap up... - June 27, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
HVAC Company AJ Danboise Reverses the Flow of Health Costs by 34% with Wellco Wellness Program
AJ Danboise – a Farmington Hills plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical company, has reduced their overall medical costs by 34% over 3-years. - June 27, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
Flanders Earns PLCS Designation
The designation of Personal Lines Coverage Specialist (PLCS) has been conferred upon John Flanders of The O’Neill Group, and Independent Insurance Agency in Wadsworth, Ohio. The designation follows his successful completion of a professional insurance education program sponsored by The... - June 25, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Attorney John G. Zevalking Joins Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C.
Zevalking joins the firm’s appellate department as an associate. - June 23, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Smith Earns CISR Designation
The designation of Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) has been conferred upon Kathy Smith, a Personal Lines Assistant at The O’Neill Group, an Independent Insurance Agency located in Wadsworth, Ohio. The designation follows her successful completion of a professional insurance... - June 04, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
SIIA Meets with DOL Officials Regarding Self-Insurance Study
A SIIA delegation met yesterday in Washington, DC with Phyllis Borzi, assistant secretary of labor and other key DOL officials to discuss the development of a report on self-insured group health plans mandated by the recently-passed Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The objective of the... - June 04, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
New Website Aimed at Helping Charter Schools
The O’Neill Group Charter School Division officially announces the launch of their Charter School Insurance website, located at www.charterschoolinsurance.com. Thomas Van Auker, who heads the agency’s Charter School Insurance Division and holds the prestigious designation of Certified... - June 03, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Title Guarantee Inc. Takes You "Under the Hood" of the New Hud-1
Title Guarantee, Inc. has introduced its new Hud-1 settlement statement guide that takes you "Under the Hood" of the new settlement statement that is being used now in all real estate transactions. - June 03, 2010 - Title Guarantee Inc.
Chartis Pays Out Claims for Volcanic Ash Disruption
As the market leader for travel insurance in Pakistan, New Hampshire Insurance Company (NHIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Chartis Inc., was ready to answer queries clients had related to flight delays, cancellations and other questions as a result of the Volcanic Eruption of Eyjafjallajokull in... - May 26, 2010 - New Hampshire Insurance Company, Pakistan Branch
Atlantis Health Plan Offers ASH Healthyroads® Prevention and Wellness Programs
New York-based Atlantis Health Plan is now offering ASH’s Healthyroads prevention and wellness programs. Healthyroads is available at no cost to Atlantis Health Plan members over the age of 18 who are not enrolled in the insurance company’s Healthy New York offering. - May 19, 2010 - Atlantis Health Plan
Bluegrass Family Health Encourages Early Implementation of Extending Health Insurance Coverage for Young Adults
Effective June 1, 2010 Bluegrass Family Health will give each employer group the option of extending health insurance coverage up to age 26 for dependents currently enrolled. Those young adults, whose coverage with Bluegrass Family Health would cease on or after June 1, 2010 due to reaching the... - May 16, 2010 - Bluegrass Family Health, Inc.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Forms Strategic Alliance with Southern Seminary to Co-Sponsor the First Annual Conference Focusing on Church Safety
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management, LLC (ICSARM) is pleased to announce a joint effort with The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky to present the first ever “Vigilance Conference” to be held on the campus of Southern Seminary, July 20-22, 2010. The theme of the event is “Rebuilding Perspective on Safety & Security” and is open to church leaders and those associated in any capacity with church safety and church security. - May 12, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, Named One of Entrepreneur Magazine's Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009
Entrepreneur Magazine has recently selected Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, as one of 20 Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009. Last year, Satori World Medical, a global healthcare and service company specializing in the emerging multi-million dollar medical tourism... - May 12, 2010 - Satori World Medical
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects Church Finance Expert and Former Pastor Charles Shumate to Lead Newly Established Indianapolis Area Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Indianapolis Metro Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Anderson, Indiana area. The Indianapolis Metro Church Safety Roundtable will cover churches in the Indianapolis, Muncie and Anderson Indiana areas. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - May 09, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
John Flanders Earns CLCS Designation
The designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) has been conferred upon John Flanders of The O’Neill Group. The honor follows his successful completion of a professional insurance education program designed by National Underwriter Company. The CLCS designation represents a... - May 08, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Farm Bureau Insurance Reaches $5 Million Milestone in Rewarding State’s Safe Teen Drivers
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance offers a $1,000 US Saving's Bond to teens who successfully complete a safe driving program. The company recently awarded its 5000th bond. The investment in the safety of Virginia's teens through this program has now reached $5 million. - April 30, 2010 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
John McIlvaine Earns CLCS Designation
The designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) has been conferred upon John McIlvaine following his successful completion of a professional insurance education program designed by National Underwriter Company. John is employed by The O’Neill Group Insurance Agency in Downtown... - April 24, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
New Door Title, LLC Launches New Website Aimed at South Florida Home Buyers, Realtors, Real Estate Developers and Lenders
New Door Title, LLC, a full service residential and commercial title agency, launched a new website offering a full range of title services, title insurance, loan restructuring and short sale solutions. Alan Polin of Polin & Associates, a successful law practice based in Coral Springs, Florida,... - April 19, 2010 - New Door Title
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Appoints Defensive Tactics Instructor and Safety Expert Mike McKirahan to Lead Newly Established Twin City Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Twin Cities Area Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Minneapolis, Minnesota area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - April 12, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
SIIA Announces Its Self-Insured Employer Health Care Track at the SIIA 30th Annual Educational Conference & Expo
A collection of successful self-insured health plans are slated to be showcased during the upcoming SIIA National Conference & Expo, scheduled for October 12-14, 2010 at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower. The Health Care Educational Track also includes big name industry speakers and timely... - April 09, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Introduces Peter Persuitti with Arthur J. Gallagher & Company's Religious & Nonprofit Practice to Advisory Board
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) is pleased to introduce Peter Persuitti from Arthur J. Gallagher’s Religious & Nonprofit Practice Area to its Board of Advisors effective April 5, 2010. - April 09, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
SIIA's 3rd International Conference - London - June 7-9, 2010
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) has scheduled its 3rd International conference in London June 7-9, 2010. This conference is designed to showcase innovative self-insurance/alternative risk transfer solutions that are available to companies operating on a global basis or looking to do international business. - April 08, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County Partners with InsuranceClaimsNegotiator.com (ICN Metro) of Bensalem, PA
Habitat for Humanity is Building Homes in Bristol Township PA and has tapped Metro Public Adjustment, Inc., the Largest Public Adjusting firm in PA, to assist with the Volunteer efforts. - April 08, 2010 - ICN_Metro Public Adjustment, Inc.
Title Guarantee Inc. Announces GFE RESPA Bulletin
New Instant Title Insurance Quote and GFE Calculator. - April 08, 2010 - Title Guarantee Inc.
Krska Earns CISR Designation
The designation of Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) has been conferred upon Tracey Krska, a Personal Lines Assistant at The O’Neill Group, following her successful completion of a professional insurance education program sponsored by the Society of Certified Insurance... - April 07, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Kotak Life Insurance Launches 3 New ULIPs
Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Limited (Kotak Life Insurance) has launched three new ULIPs – Kotak Super Advantage, Kotak Guaranteed Pension Builder and Kotak Platinum Edge. Kotak Super Advantage: Kotak Super Advantage is a smart investment plan that addresses the financial needs... - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance Records Profit of 18.5 Crores, Growth of 39% in Q3-FY10
Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Limited (Kotak Life Insurance) announced a profit of Rs. 18.52 crores in the period Oct-Dec 2009 (unaudited). The company recorded growth of 39 per cent in Total Received Premium Income to Rs. 711.62 crore during the period Oct-Dec 2009 from Rs. 511.64... - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance Opens Branch in Aligarh
Focus on expanding and consolidating reach and distribution in the region - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects 25-Year Law Enforcement and Risk Management Professional Tony Zuniga to Lead Newly Established L.A. Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Greater Los Angeles Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Los Angeles, California area. This is the fourth California roundtable to be established in the past three months and will cover churches in the greater Los Angeles area and counties to the immediate north of Los Angeles. - April 01, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
InTune Offers Powerful Wellness Solution to Small Businesses Worldwide
Strategic Wellness Partners, architect, owner and operator of InTune, an innovative corporate wellness program, announced yesterday that it is providing the powerful InTune wellness solution to small businesses across the globe. - March 30, 2010 - Strategic Wellness Partners, LLC
Van Auker Earns CSRM Designation
Thomas P. Van Auker of The O’Neill Group has recently received the prestigious insurance designation of Certified School Risk Manager. - March 25, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Forms Strategic Alliance with National Churchwatch Group from the United Kingdom
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) is pleased to form a unique strategic alliance with the National Churchwatch out of the United Kingdom. With this alliance, ICSARM will serve as United States sponsor for National Churchwatch Coordinator Nick Tolson as he visits various locations in the United States. - March 21, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
The Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management Selects 20-Year Risk Management Expert & International Security Professional to Lead New San Fran Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the San Francisco Bay Area Church Safety Roundtable based out of the San Francisco, California area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 20, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects 20 Year Legal, Risk Management & Homeland Security Professional to Lead Newly Established Michigan Roundtable.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Southeast Michigan Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Troy, Michigan area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 18, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Taps Chaplain at Norfolk FBI InfraGard and 30 Year Security Veteran to Head Newly Established Eastern Virginia Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Eastern Virginia Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Norfolk, Virginia area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 14, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects Insurance Executive and Ordained Minister to Lead Newly Established Northern California Church Safety Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Northern California Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Eureka, California area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 14, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Taps Military Anti-Terrorism Expert to Head Newly Established Southern California Church Safety Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Southern California Church Safety Roundtable based out of the greater Los Angeles area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 09, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management