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Texas Trust Awards Two MISD Seniors with $4,000 Scholarships
Texas Trust Credit Union has awarded $8,000 in college scholarships to two Mansfield ISD graduating seniors, one from Mansfield High School and the other from Lake Ridge High School. The Texas Trust MISD Fine Arts and Engineering Scholarships provide $1,000 per year for the next four... - June 07, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Angeleno: LA's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs, Top Deal-Makers, and Influencers That Keep the Region Bustling with New and Innovative Trends in the Business World
Barbara D'Amato | Trilogy Brands Group - Featured as One of LA's Power Players by Angeleno Magazine - June 06, 2017 - Trilogy Brands Group
AIM Consulting Ranked #1 (Gold) in the 2017 100 Best Companies to Work For by Minnesota Business Magazine
AIM Consulting has been recognized by Minnesota Business as the first place ranking Gold Winner for the 2017 100 Best Places to Work For in the small business category. The 100 winning companies gathered June 1, 2017 at The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel for a celebration hosted by Minnesota... - June 06, 2017 - AIM Consulting
Trinity Street Capital Partners Announces the Origination of a High Leverage, Non-Recourse, Commercial Mortgage & Preferred Equity on Knoxville, TN Multifamily Property
Trinity Street Capital Partners, a full service real estate investment bank, announces the origination of a non-recourse, senior commercial mortgage and a preferred equity investment, utilized for the acquisition of a 180 unit, garden style apartment complex located in the Park City section of Knoxville, TN. - June 06, 2017 - Trinity Street Capital Partners
Anthony Andersen Named Professional Liability Claims Manager at Berkley Alliance Managers
Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, announced today that Anthony Andersen has been named senior vice president, professional liability claims manager. He will be responsible for providing managerial oversight to the company’s claims staff. "Anthony is a proven professional... - June 06, 2017 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Ferratum Bank Partners with Innovative Assessments to Promote Financial Inclusion
Ferratum Bank p.l.c. has signed a partnership agreement with Innovative Assessments International, Ltd. that will promote greater financial inclusion by helping extend more credit to Ferratum’s clients. - June 05, 2017 - Innovative Assessments
Global Debt Registry Appoints Charlie Moore as President
Leading FinTech firm continues growth momentum, deepening leadership expertise amidst partnership network expansion. - June 04, 2017 - Global Debt Registry
Mars National Bancorp, Inc. Elects New Board Officers
Mars National Bancorp elected new board officers to fill the vacated positions of Dallas C. Hipple (retiring as Chairman) and R. Bruce Mensch (retiring as Secretary). Janet L. van Buskirk Balentine was elected Chairman. Board member J. Jay Their was elected Vice Chairman. In addition, Michael J. Kirk, was elected Secretary. - June 03, 2017 - Mars Bank
America’s Top Insurance Wholesale Partners Revealed
42 wholesale partners earned five-star marks, as rated by insurance producers. - June 03, 2017 - Key Media
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Boosts Media Exposure by 26 Percent
Positive media interest in Medigap insurance has boosted media exposure for the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance by 26 percent and annual media reach to about 140 million individuals. - June 03, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Palestine Insurance Agency Adds New Team Member
Palestine, Illinois insurance agency continues to grow, add to staff. - June 03, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Quisk Begins Deployment of Blockchain Technology
The Addition of Blockchain Distributed Ledger Improves Data Security and Integrity for Merchant Settlement, Core Banking Reconciliation,and Cross Border Remittances for Quisk’s Financial Institution Customers Quisk,Inc., headquartered in Silicon Valley and provider of a secure digitized cash... - June 03, 2017 - Quisk, Inc.
Fintech Recruiters to Host 1st Invest in Africa Virtual Summit Focused on Business & Investment Opportunities in Africa
Invest in Africa Virtual Summit, June 5 to 8, 2017. - June 02, 2017 - Fintech Recruiters
Pro Back Office Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in San Diego
Award Recognizes Pro Back Office’s Commitment to Quality Service and Expansion - June 02, 2017 - Pro Back Office, LLC
Crust Pizzeria & Sports Bar Enters Into Long Term Lease at 311 Barrington Avenue in East Dundee, IL Residential Luxury Loft Apartments 50% Leased
An established restaurateur group has chosen East Dundee to open their new concept Crust Pizzeria and Sports Bar. The group has leased over 5000 sq ft to provide a family friendly Pizzeria featuring amazing thin crust & super thin crust pizzas’, Italian favorites with a sophisticated... - June 02, 2017 - 311 Barrington Ave LLC
GSF Mortgage Adds Fifth Branch in Florida
GSF Mortgage Corp. is pleased to welcome Branch Manager Cesar Martinez and Mortgage Loan Originator Lissette Garcia in Naples, Florida. Combined, they bring 22 years of industry experience to GoGSF. Martinez joined in the industry in 2007 after he purchased his first home. He was curious to know... - June 02, 2017 - GoGSF
AISD’s Jones Academy Unveils Outdoor Performing Arts Theater Made Possible by Texas Trust Credit Union
The Jones Academy outdoor theater was funded through Texas Trust's Spirit Debit Reward program. - June 01, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Australia’s Top Employers Revealed in Annual Report
23 businesses have been recognised as the best employers in the country, as rated by their employees. - June 01, 2017 - Key Media
Insurance-on-Hudson Agency Opens in Irvington, New York
Insurance-on-Hudson Agency, specializing in an array of personal and commercial lines insurance products and services, is pleased to announce its grand opening in Irvington, NY (108 Main Street). The agency provides coverage within the Tri-State area, with additional capabilities in Pennsylvania, the D.C. Metro area and Florida. - June 01, 2017 - Insurance On Hudson Agency
Short Term Care Insurance Policies Can Aid Seniors Facing Surging Drug Costs Shares Center Director
The director of the National Advisory Center for Short-Term Care Information reacted to a front page story in today's Wall Street Journal by urging insurance agents to learn more about short term care insurance options. - June 01, 2017 - Short Term Care Insurance National Advisory Council
DNS Accountants Attended The Business Show 2017 as Exhibitors at ExCel London
Team DNS Accountants participated as exhibitors at The Business Show 2017 event held in ExCel London on May 17-18. The Business Show is Europe's largest business exhibition for anyone looking to start or grow their business. The business show event welcomes businesses from a cross-section of... - June 01, 2017 - DNS Accountants
Academy of Practical Accounts Announces New Free 90 Minute Training
90 minutes of Video, Documents and Software-based training regarding the recording of 9 types of Documents. Plus the extraction of a Trial Balance, Profit and Loss account & Balance Sheet. Using a Free Accounts App. - May 31, 2017 - Academy of Practical Accounts
Cornerstone Financial Corporation Completes 10 - 1 Reverse Stock Split
Cornerstone Financial Corporation (OTC “CFIC” and “CFICD”), the holding company for Cornerstone Bank, announced that effective today, the company finalized a 10 - 1 Reverse Stock Split. As a result, the Company’s stockholders will receive one new share of the... - May 31, 2017 - Cornerstone Financial Corp
NNG Capital Fund Adds Gerald Lucas as President
NNG brings in leading international real estate expert with launch of new fund - May 31, 2017 - NNG Capital Fund
The Resource Center and Travelers Team Up Offering Vacation Safety Tips
Summer vacation is around the corner, Travelers Insurance and The Resource Center have created a few safety tips to enjoy your trip. - May 30, 2017 - The Resource Center, Inc.
Your Next Big Adventure Awaits on MyLittleAdventure.com
MyLittleAdventure.com is the online ticketing platform that shows over 150,000 unique, cool and hidden things to do and see in the world on one easy-to-use platform. Pulling in over 150,000 exciting attractions and adventures from over 175 countries in 14 languages, this revolutionary travel... - May 29, 2017 - OpenLedger
Medicare Supplement Association Undertakes Consumer Awareness Initiative
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI) launched a consumer awareness initiative focused on ways to change from Medicare Advantage coverage to Medicare with a supplemental insurance policy. - May 28, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Georgia Banks’ Earnings Up 6.2 Percent in First Quarter
Georgia’s 181 FDIC-insured financial institutions earned $764 million during the first quarter of this year, up 6.2 percent over the same period in 2016. Loan growth was modest at 2.4 percent, and deposits were up 4.2 percent. Capital levels remained good, as well. Also of note from the... - May 27, 2017 - Georgia Bankers Association
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Branch Manager in Madison, Wisconsin
GSF Mortgage Corp. is pleased to welcome LeMar Welch to their company as branch manager of their new Madison office. A native of Gary, Indiana, he is a graduate of Concordia University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He has been in the mortgage business since he was 19 years old and brings with him the... - May 27, 2017 - GoGSF
Canada’s Top Portfolio Managers Revealed
21 financial professionals have been included in a list naming the top portfolio managers in the country. - May 26, 2017 - Key Media
GSF Mortgage Welcomes MLO in Columbus Office
GSF Mortgage Corp. is pleased to announce a new addition to the Columbus, Ohio office. Scott Melaragno has been licensed as a loan officer in the state since 2005. He is currently licensed in 12 states with a 13th pending. Melaragno chose a career in the mortgage industry because he loves helping... - May 26, 2017 - GoGSF
Moneyto Ltd Introduces a Single Tariff for Online Transfers to Europe and the CIS
Moneyto has reduced fee for online transfers at most popular directions: online transfers are now even more profitable. Now the fee for transfers to Europe, the CIS and Georgia is only 0,49%, min. 1 pound. Moneyto transfers can be paid out in one of many payout locations in Europe and the CIS:... - May 26, 2017 - Moneyto
Newly Launched Crowdfunding Site "CreativeJump.org" Celebrates Having Raised More Than $43,100 for Campaign Owners
In a world where Kickstarter and Indiegogo rule, newly launched crowdfunding site CreativeJump.org is becoming the new alternative. After just a little over a month, CreativeJump.org celebrates raising over $43,100 for its varied campaign owners. - May 25, 2017 - Creative Jump
Australia’s Top Franchise Mortgage Brokerages Revealed
The top 10 mortgage brokerages stand-outs of the franchise industry revealed in annual report. - May 25, 2017 - Key Media
Castle Placement Named Exclusive Agent - $1 Billion Capital Raise - Long Beach Development
Los Angeles development firm Iron Hedge Holdings announced today that it has engaged Castle Placement as its exclusive placement agent to raise $1 billion of debt and equity capital to complete the development of Golden Shore, a mixed-use commercial real estate project on the waterfront in downtown... - May 25, 2017 - Castle Placement
BPG Releases New Cloud-Based POS PremierMerchant
Business Professional Group, a software company known for providing innovative retail management solutions to the wireless prepaid industry, announces their new point-of-sale software, Premier Merchant. The software is the second addition to the line of ‘Premier’ point-of-sale solutions... - May 25, 2017 - Business Professional Group
Castle Placement Named Exclusive Agent - $10 Million Capital Raise - Virtual Receptionist Technology
Virtual Communications Corporation (VCC) announced today that it has engaged Castle Placement as its exclusive placement agent to raise $10 million of capital. Proceeds will be used by VCC to further develop, market and expand its patented virtual receptionist technology business. VCC's main product is Alice Virtual Receptionist. - May 25, 2017 - Castle Placement
Louisiana’s ASI Federal Credit Union Moves Its ATM Fleet to Dolphin Debit
ATM outsourcing is a growing trend among financial institutions, especially credit unions. - May 25, 2017 - Dolphin Debit
Cannon Trading Adds PTMC Trading Platform
Cannon Trading is excited to add PTMC to its arsenal of trading platforms as part of their commitment to provide their clients with state of the art technology and personal service at competitive pricing. - May 24, 2017 - Cannon Trading Company
AAdvantage Insurance Group to Participate in Statewide Day of Giving
Illinois insurance agency to collect supplies for support dog charity. - May 24, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Qualtrust Credit Union Members Give Green Light to Merger with Texas Trust Credit Union
Members of Qualtrust Credit Union have agreed to merge with Texas Trust Credit Union. Qualtrust members voted on May 18 in favor of the merger, allowing the two credit unions to join forces. The merger has been approved by the National Credit Union Administration and the Texas Credit Union... - May 24, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
D-Life Launches Insurance Exchange for Detroiters by Detroiters
D-LIFE launches Tri-Brand for Detroiters During Detroit Startup Week May 22nd-26th 2017 - May 24, 2017 - D-Life
Source One Management Services Named a 2017 Procurement Services Provider to Watch by Spend Matters
Leading supply chain publication recognizes Source One as a Provider to Watch in prestigious annual list of innovative strategic sourcing firms. - May 23, 2017 - Source One, a Corcentric Company
AgHires to Show Companies How to Attract Employees at United Fresh Expo 2017
AgHires will show companies how to attract top employees to their business at the United FreshTEC Expo. AgHires will exhibit at the trade show which is to be held at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois June 13th - 15th 2017. Representatives including AgHires founder and owner... - May 23, 2017 - AgHires
Madison Street Capital Arranges Line of Credit for Maintenance Systems Management, Inc.
International investment banking firm Madison Street Capital (MSC) acted as the exclusive financial advisor in arranging a line of credit for its client, Maintenance Systems Management, Inc. (MSM). The facility was provided by Sterling Commercial Credit. The transaction was announced today by... - May 23, 2017 - Madison Street Capital
Mark Faber Joins Actualize Consulting
Actualize Consulting is pleased to announce Mark Faber will be joining the team as Managing Director of Collateral Management Services. Mark will be based on New York and focused on expanding the firm’s collateral management services and capabilities. - May 23, 2017 - Actualize Consulting
Congruity Capital Partners Partners with AMT for Project
Congruity Capital Partners agrees to partner with AMT, Inc. for projects involving maglev technology. - May 23, 2017 - Congruity Capital Partners
Successful Capital Raise by Tieback Realty Capital
Tieback Realty Capital, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has received an equity investment from SDMJR, LLC, led by prominent commercial real estate investor Eugene Rosenfeld, affiliated investors, and management. Castle Placement is the exclusive placement agent for Tieback. Tieback is a fix... - May 21, 2017 - Castle Placement
Innovate Tax Receives Top Awards
Innovate Tax continues to make its mark on the tax automation world. For the second year in a row it has achieved the title European Tax Innovator of the Year at this year’s highly regarded European Tax Awards organised by leading industry magazine International Tax Review. On top of that,... - May 21, 2017 - Innovate Tax
AALTCI Director Announces Overseas Adventure Travel Incentive to Membership
The director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance announced a special incentive available to Association membership as well as consumers who plan overseas travel. - May 21, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance