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Berry Brunk Promoted to Chief Executive Officer, Stratus Interoperable, Inc., Effective January 1, 2018

Chief Strategy Officer Berry Brunk promoted to CEO effective 1/1/18. Current CEO and Chairman Fred Zolla will move to the position of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and will work closely with Mr. Brunk to execute the overall business strategy and vision of the company. - November 15, 2017 - Stratus Interoperable

IBM Completes POC of Blockchain-Based Shared KYC with Deutsche Bank, HSBC, MUFG and Cargill, IBM Treasuries

IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced the successful completion of the Phase I proof-of-concept (POC) of its Shared Corporate Know Your Customer (KYC) project with Deutsche Bank, HSBC, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and the Treasuries of Cargill, IBM. Through the Shared KYC POC, IBM successfully... - November 15, 2017 - IBM

SunEdison, Inc. Successfully Sold Its High-Tech Facility in Sherman, Texas for $20 Million; Keen-Summit Capital Partners Acted as Sell-Side Advisor

Keen-Summit Capital Partners LLC, as real estate advisor and broker to SunEdison, Inc., et al, Debtor in Possession, is pleased to announce that SunEdison closed on the sale of its former 693,000 sq. ft. high-tech manufacturing facility in Sherman, TX for $20,000,000. The United States Bankruptcy... - November 15, 2017 - Keen-Summit Capital Partners LLC

S&T Bank Selling Majority Ownership of S&T Evergreen Insurance to The Reschini Group

S&T Bank, a full-service financial institution with assets of $7.2 billion, and locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, announced today that it is selling majority ownership of S&T Evergreen Insurance (Evergreen) to The Reschini Group (Reschini). Evergreen Insurance will begin independent operation on January 1, 2018 with no change to its locations. - November 15, 2017 - The Reschini Group

Asset TV Releases November 2017 Issue of REVIEW Magazine

Investment professional video platform Asset TV recently released their November 2017 issue of REVIEW Magazine with features from Capital Group, Nuveen, PIMCO, VanEck, S&P Dow Jones Indices, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and more. - November 15, 2017 - Asset TV

Coinvest Aims to Disrupt Cryptocurrency Investing with a Decentralized Stock Market for Cryptonized Assets

Coinvest empowers anyone to virtually invest in individual or a curated index of cryptonized assets through one coin. - November 15, 2017 - Coinvest

Innovate Tax Keeps Growing… Now with a New Office in the UAE

Shortly after successfully launching a fully functional office in Sofia, Bulgaria, Innovate Tax is proud to announce the opening of its new office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). - November 15, 2017 - Innovate Tax

Australia’s 2017 Top 100 Brokers Revealed

Mortgage Professional Australia uncovers the best brokers in the industry in its latest report. - November 15, 2017 - Key Media

Counselytics and MRI Join Forces to Automate Lease Abstraction and Eliminate Data Entry

Counselytics and MRI have sealed a partnership deal to automate lease and real estate document abstracts and eliminate data entry, seamlessly piping the data that powers the biggest CRE firms in the world. - November 14, 2017 - Counselytics

Credit Benchmark Appoints William Haney as CEO

Credit Benchmark, the leader in bank-sourced credit analytics, has announced the appointment of William Haney as CEO, effective immediately. Mr. Haney will be based in New York. Credit Benchmark co-founder Donal Smith, who has served as CEO since 2016 will return to his role as full-time Executive... - November 14, 2017 - Credit Benchmark

Bay Mountain Capital Closes $8.5 Million Loan to Austin Land Developer

In a joint venture with a private debt fund, Bay Mountain Capital recently closed an $8.5 million loan, nearly doubling the previous July record of $4.4 million. The record-setting loan was secured by approximately 150 acres of light industrial land located in Austin, Texas. The borrower plans to... - November 13, 2017 - Bay Mountain Capital

JF2 Capital Invests in High Growth Dallas Start Up

JF2 Capital Partners (JF2), a Dallas, Texas venture capital firm, today announced it has made a growth capital investment in Dallas-based Selery, a unique one-stop shop logistics provider for small to medium eCommerce businesses. Selery specializes in inventory fulfillment and warehousing for... - November 13, 2017 - JF2 Capital Partners

Grant Barra of Barra & Associates Announces the Appointment of a New Director of Agency Distribution, Dannis Singh

Grant Barra, Managing Partner and CEO of Barra & Associates LLC (Barra) recently announced today the expansion of its executive leadership team and the appointment of Dannis Singh as the Director of Agency Distribution to fill the vacancy created as a result of such expansion. Dannis is tasked... - November 13, 2017 - Barra & Associates, LLC

Exscudo Uses Multisignature Technology to Protect User Accounts

Digital space is full of dangers, one of which is hacker attacks. That is why such services as cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges, that exist only in digital space, are particularly vulnerable. Since transactions in blockchain are irreversible it is impossible to get back the stolen funds. - November 11, 2017 - Exscudo

“Reg.A Money Show” Podcast Addresses How the “Jobs Act” 5-Year Anniversary Will Affect Emerging Growth Companies

Once a Regulation A+ offering is complete and qualified by the SEC, which one of the bulletin boards or markets should the issuer chose to bring free trading shares to the market? This podcast answers that important question and goes into detail about the present and future state of Emerging Growth Companies. - November 11, 2017 - Reg.A Funding Group

SAN Group Hires Commercial Lines Placement Specialist

New AccessPlus team member brings business insurance expertise to agency network. - November 11, 2017 - SAN Group

ARIDO Jewelry Presenting ROCK, 6X and ELEVÉ at Art Basel Miami 2017

ARIDO, a closely guarded secret in the world's most exclusive jewelry; fine art jewelry created with the highest quality gems. Founded by a scion of the Raphael family descending from the Moussaieffs gem specialist Jesse Raphael & celebrity guru Thomas Chappell, a world class designer with a background in fashion, art, and history. - November 10, 2017 - ARIDO Jewelry

Companies Can Get Help from U.S. Bancorp & Capital Trust to Establish Their Own Offshore Banks

When companies have their own offshore banks, they will be in a better position to attract funds from foreigners. They can get help from U.S. Bancorp & Capital Trust for establishing an offshore bank for them. - November 10, 2017 - U.S. Bancorp & Capital Trust

Canada’s Top Financial Advisory Firms Revealed in Latest Industry Report

9 teams have been revealed as the leading advisory firms in the Canadian wealth profession. - November 10, 2017 - Key Media

Moore Stephens Doeren Mayhew Offers US Tax Services in London

Moore Stephens Doeren Mayhew and Moore Stephens LLP are excited to announce their collaboration to provide US tax services to individuals and businesses with a US connection. - November 10, 2017 - Moore Stephens Doeren Mayhew

Powers Insurance and Risk Management Presented Top Development Award

St. Louis insurance agency's new headquarters recognized by City of St. Louis. - November 10, 2017 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Medicare Supplement Association Partners with Society of Certified Senior Advisors

Two national organizations have partnered for the 2018 National Medicare and Senior Insurance Products Sales Summit. The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance and the Society for Certified Senior Advisor will partner for the first time. - November 09, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Dealing with the Insurance Company After a Disaster: The First Five Steps from Insurance Consultant, Rapid Disaster Recovery

When disaster strikes, those affected may feel their world has literally fallen apart. They can act quickly to get on the road to rapid recovery. These first five steps will help victims deal successfully with their insurance company and its adjusters. - November 09, 2017 - Rapid Disaster Recovery

John M. Sklencar, RFC - Best Financial Advisor for Physicians and Dentists (as Featured in Medical Economics and Dental Practice News)

Local Financial Advisor Attends Advisor Group's ConnectED 2017 National conference. - November 08, 2017 - Physicians Private Client Group

West Corporation Acquires ECaTS from TA Group Holdings

TA Group's Active Portfolio Sells a SaaS Market Leader. - November 08, 2017 - TA Group

Dozens of Prospective RV Home Buyers Visiting the Gardens RV Village, Crossville, TN, After RV Show in PA

RVers from Northeastern and Central U.S. attracted to camaraderie, affordable standard of living and great mountaintop weather at a one-of-a-kind retirement community in Eastern Tennesse. - November 08, 2017 - The Gardens RV Village

Attend the “I Manifest Bliss Experience”; It’s a Powerful Experience That Will Empower Individuals to Live Their Soul Purpose

On December 15, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., join Maimah Karmo for the “I Manifest Bliss” experience, a powerful, experiential event that will inspire attendees to create and intentionally live the life they love. This is a one-day event for individuals who want to learn tools from inspiring speakers, who are manifesting clarity, peace, joy and purpose in their lives. - November 08, 2017 - Maimah Karmo Enterprises

Cornerstone CU League Honors Texas Trust Credit Union with Trio of Marketing Awards

Texas Trust Credit Union took home three Pinnacle awards in the Cornerstone Credit Union League’s annual marketing awards competition. Pinnacle awards are given to credit unions that demonstrate excellence in credit union marketing, public relations, and business development. Texas Trust... - November 08, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union

The DICE Foundation Releases New Cryptocurrency Model Not Based on BlockChain Technology, Seeks Funding

The DICE Foundation is a non-profit in the process of creating a global digital currency that isn’t based on blockchain technology. Unlike any other cryptocurrency, DICE do not exist as virtual transactions stored somewhere, but are physical chunks of data that can be printed on notes, coins, or exchanged via e-mail. Every DICE unit is a standalone banknote in digital form capable of being used in the real world like any other money. - November 08, 2017 - The DICE Foundation

DMarket Partners with KISS, Ltd.

The world's first and only blockchain-based cross-game marketplace joins forces with one of the UK's leading indie game publishers. - November 08, 2017 - DMarket

Buckley King Attorneys Recognized Among "The Best Lawyers in America"

"I am pleased to see our attorneys recognized by their peers to be among the 'Best Lawyers' in their respective practice areas," states Brent M. Buckley, the Firm's Managing Partner. - November 08, 2017 - Buckley King

SAFE Federal Credit Union Hosts Easy Street Dinner in Columbia November 16

The autumn edition of the SAFE Federal Credit Union Easy Street Dinner, to be held in Columbia November 16, will have a distinct New Orleans feel to it. The Mardi Gras masquerade-themed event will be held at the Seawell’s Banquet Facility on Rosewood Drive in Columbia. The dinner is for... - November 08, 2017 - SAFE Federal Credit Union

Austin American-Statesman Names Watkins Insurance Group a Winner of the Greater Austin Area 2017 Top Workplaces Award

Central Texas Insurance Agency is Recognized for Outstanding Work Environment - November 08, 2017 - Watkins Insurance Group

Meadows Bank 3Q 2017 Earnings

Meadows Bank Net Income Up 34% Meadows Bank, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, released its operating results through the third quarter of 2017 including the following highlights: • Net Income of $3,096,000 in 3Q2017 versus $2,487,000 in 3Q2016 • Year-to-date Net Income of $8,721,000... - November 07, 2017 - Meadows Bank

DataPath Summit Marks Industry First with New Billing Functionality.

DataPath’s expanded Summit platform becomes the industry’s only cloud-based solution for seamless CDH account and COBRA administration. - November 07, 2017 - DataPath

Source One Releases New Whitepaper Sharing Key Advice for Impactful Procurement

Leading Procurement consultancy explores the common pitfalls of seeking "best-in-class" status in supply management operations. - November 07, 2017 - Source One, a Corcentric Company

Movers and Shakers of the Education Space Revealed in Annual Industry Report

The Educator shines the spotlight on 50 of the most influential professionals in Australian education. - November 07, 2017 - Key Media

Medicare Supplement Association Conference Exhibits Booked at Record Pace

The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reports that exhibits at the organization's 2018 Medicare and senior insurance products conference have been reserved at a record pace. More companies have committed for 2018 than werfe present at the Association's 2016 national conference. - November 07, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

CrowdSeekr Takes Top Spot Among Real Estate Crowdfunding Resources

Company is Leading Aggregator and Search Engine for Industry - November 07, 2017 - Rose Rock Development Partners, LLC

AmCheck Recipient of Most Prestigious Award: Brian H. Burke Business of the Year

AmCheck accepts the Schaumburg Business Association’s most prestigious annual award, Brian H. Burke Business of the Year. - November 06, 2017 - AmCheck - Schaumburg, IL

Investors Seeks to Solve the Affordable Housing Issue in Charlotte, NC

Derrick J. Moultrie, CEO and Founder of The K.O.G. Acquisitions Group is partnering with several investors in the local market to work toward creating more affordable housing options in the Charlotte Metropolitan area. The long time debate in the city has been how to solve the affordable housing... - November 06, 2017 - K.O.G. Acquisitions Group

DMarket Extends Token Presale and Announces the New Dates of Crowdsale

Company that aims to unlock monetization opportunities for 2.3 billion gamers and build a new global economy worth of more than $450 billion extends token presale as a response to numerous investor requests. - November 05, 2017 - DMarket

Nov. 14: Emmy-Winning Former TV Anchorwoman to Tell Denver-Area Business Leaders How to Turn Foes Into Friends

Emmy-winning former television anchorwoman and talk show host Connie Dieken, CSP, CPAE, will reveal to a Denver-area gathering of top business leaders the easiest – and most effective – ways of turning even hardened opponents into loyal allies. Dieken is set to share these and other... - November 05, 2017 - LeadershipUSA(TM) Colorado

Sheila Shanker Releases "Nonprofit Finance: A Practical Guide - Second Edition"

If you wonder about nonprofit finance and management, this book is for you -- "Nonprofit Finance: A Practical Guide - Second Edition." - November 04, 2017 - Sheila Shanker

Alternative Service Concepts' President, Glenn Backus to Co-Present at Texas PRIMA – “Indirect WC Costs: The Hidden Part of the Iceberg that Sinks Ships"

Direct costs in a workers' compensation program are easy to identify: Indirect costs can be four-to-seven times more costly than direct (ASSE, OSHA), but are difficult to identify and quantify. - November 04, 2017 - Alternative Service Concepts

Mars Bank Wins Bankers Challenge Prize Donated to Community Health Clinic of Butler County

Mars Bank won the 2017 Bankers Challenge Golf Challenge organized by the Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau. The winning Bank names a charitable organization to receive the winnings from the tournament; Mars Bank represented the Community Health Clinic of Butler County. James V. Dionise,... - November 03, 2017 - Mars Bank

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