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Use of Medicare Set-Asides in Mediation Will be Topic at Work Comp Conference
When considering settlement of a workers’ compensation or liability claim, an assessment of the plaintiff/claimant’s Medicare status is necessary and may cause challenges to a successful settlement. - July 14, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Smart Transaction Systems Releases the Gift & Loyalty App for iPhones, iPads
The Gift & Loyalty App uses QR codes on the back of cards to process transactions on any of Apple's mobile touch-screen products. - July 14, 2012 - Smart Transaction Systems
Thoroughbred Announces Development Finance Program
Thoroughbred makes new finance program available to real estate Developers. - July 14, 2012 - Thoroughbred Capital Partners
Kustom Design Group Introduces Kustom Design Portal to Business Packages
Calgary accounting firm adds another benefit to business packages for accounting service clients. - July 14, 2012 - Kustom Design
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Examined in New Report
A new study of long term care insurance claims has been published by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 14, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Tax Resolution Firm in Miami, FL, Reaches Out to Area Taxpayers Thanks to SEO Marketing Pros
ocal tax resolution firm Heyer & Associates EA, PA has partnered with the online marketing specialists Prospect Genius to improve its Web presence. - July 13, 2012 - Heyer & Associates EA, PA
First Valuation Attends the CMBA’s 40th Annual Western Secondary Market Conference Following Launch of Enhanced BPO Product
Following the release of the company’s latest product, First Valuation focuses on driving success of the BPO PLUS with DATA ADVANTAGE in the secondary market. - July 13, 2012 - First Valuation
New Long Term Care Insurance Claims Protections Begun in Oregon
Long term care insurance policyholders in Oregon gain new protection. Insurers paid nearly $7 billion in claims last year according to American Association for Long Term Care Insurance. - July 13, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
The Boulder Group Publishes 2nd Quarter Net Lease Market Research Report
Net lease property cap rates compressed in the retail sector. - July 13, 2012 - The Boulder Group
Panel Will Discuss Challenges Facing Temporary Staffing Companies at Work Comp Educational Conference
Moderating “Insomnia for Temporary Staffing?” is Lisa Abernathy, Risk Management and Programs Practice Leader for Wells Fargo Insurance Services. - July 13, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Tyson Asset Management Expands Corporate Finance Division
After booking a record amount of proceeds from IPO fees in the first half of 2012, Tyson Asset Management Inc. is doubling staff in its Corporate Finance department. - July 13, 2012 - Tyson Asset Management Inc.
Hamilton Mikes, P.A. Expands Law Practice - Christopher Mikes Joins Firm
Hamilton Mikes, P.A. has expanded its law practice in Southwest Florida building on areas of real estate and tax law with the addition of Christopher Mikes, LLM, CPA, CFA, MAI, EA. Mr. Mikes brings a wide array of experience to his legal practice, which includes real estate, corporate and tax law. - July 12, 2012 - Hamilton Mikes, P.A.
2012 Radio Station Transactions at Midyear Show 66% Increase Over 2011
Several large deals led the way as sales volume approached half billion dollars, according to RadioValuations.com. - July 12, 2012 - Guest Media Technology LLC
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Partners with Glencar Underwriting Managers for Workers Comp, General Liability and Auto Program Designed for Niche Business
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has been appointed by Glencar Underwriting Managers to offer a program in Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto coverage. Appalachian Underwriters is a licensed national Managing General Agency, and Glencar Underwriting Managers, Inc. is a... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Restructures Organization to Align with Regional Strategies
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is announcing their regional market strategy by formalizing a regional office structure which will position the company to enhance their national footprint and business partner relationships. Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) offers a national wholesale binding... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
How to Increase Sales Opportunities, Generate Revenue Topic of Upcoming Business Banking Webinar
Consulting and bank sales training firm Clarity Advantage will give bankers conversational techniques they can use to expand their sales opportunities with owners of small and medium-sized companies in a complimentary webinar on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 12:00 PM ET. - July 12, 2012 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Long Term Care Insurance Association Adds to Consumer Video Library
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has added new educational videos focused on long term care insurance to the organization’s Consumer Learning Center. - July 12, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Official Launch of Local Tourism Website
Austin man officially launches website (2TourAustin.net) this week in hopes of being a sort of "Ambassador" for Austin tourism. In the end, Surbaugh says he hopes the site will provide a singular online location to find everything Austin has to offer local residents as well as tourists. Ultimately, he hopes he will be somewhat an ambassador, promoting Austin, as the greatest city around. In his words, “Austin has a lot to see and both citizens and visitors alike should know it.” - July 11, 2012 - Surbaugh Holdings
Citizens Bank and Triangle Realty Donate Trailer for JDRF
Citizens Bank and Triangle Realty of Amarillo have purchased a custom-built horse trailer that will be raffled at the Rope for a Cure event, benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. - July 11, 2012 - Citizens Bank
Suisse Credit Bancorp Adapts to New Market Challenges
Economic uncertainty, high unemployment and reduced liquidity in traditional financial institutions has led organisations to the challenge of finding new cost effective sources of funds for trade transactions. - July 11, 2012 - Suisse Credit Bancorp
McGrath Insurance Group Brings Distractology 101™ Tour to Central Mass
Mobile Classroom and High-Tech Driving Simulations Give Teens and Other New Drivers Real-Life Lessons on Distracted Driving - July 11, 2012 - McGrath Insurance Group
ClearOne Advantage Donates to Local Youth Group
ClearOne Advantage, a Maryland-based debt resolution company, is proud to announce its corporate donation to the Metro Maryland Youth for Christ (MMYC). “We are thrilled to lend our support to a wonderful organization that successfully strives to get their ministry message out to young... - July 11, 2012 - ClearOne Advantage
ClearOne Advantage Donates to March of Dimes Through Casual Friday Incentive
ClearOne Advantage, a Maryland-based debt resolution company, is excited to announce their charitable donation to the March of Dimes Foundation, made possible through employee donations who recently partook in a company-wide “Dress Down Friday” incentive program. “The Dress Down... - July 11, 2012 - ClearOne Advantage
Greenbird Financial Names New Head for International Brokerage Sales Service
Greenbird Financial recently revealed the appointment of Mr. James Poole as the new head of the firm’s International Brokerage Sales Service Division. - July 11, 2012 - Greenbird Financial
PeopleSurance Announces Coverage Matters 2.0 Insurance Forum
PeopleSurance releases an update to Coverage Matters with an insurance forum allowing users to post topics related to life insurance, health insurance, and group insurance and receive advice from insurance professionals. - July 11, 2012 - PeopleSurance
Medicare Second Payer Act Will be Topic at Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
“Medicare Secondary Payer Act 101: The Reader’s Digest Version” will be presented during the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott. - July 11, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Associate Realtor Lourdes Garcia Joins Cannon Realty & Associates
Another Great Move – Lourdes Garcia Joins Cannon Realty & Associates of The Woodlands, Texas - July 11, 2012 - Cannon Realty & Associates
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Consumer Ad Set for September
The long term care insurance industry trade association has announced the latest consumer awareness campaign to heighten awareness for affordable long term care planning. - July 11, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Ziptip, a Mobile Pymts Solution for Tips & Gratuities, Has Released a New Version of Its Mobile App for iPhones That Enables the Payment of a Tip to Anyone with an Email
Ziptip, Inc., (ziptip.net) a mobile payments solution designed specifically for the payment of tips and gratuities, has released a new version of its free mobile app for iPhones that enables the payment of a tip or gratuity to anyone with an email address (and a PayPal account). The newly released... - July 11, 2012 - Ziptip, Inc.
Pacific West Capital Group to Host Seminars in San Diego
Pacific West Capital Group announces life settlement market seminars. - July 11, 2012 - Pacific West Capital Group
Paragon Commercial Bank’s Wire Room Crime Fighting Efforts Recognized by FBI Director Robert Mueller
Commercial Bank Focuses on Preventing Hijacking of Client Account Information - July 11, 2012 - Paragon Bank
IAOP Releases 2012 Rankings for The Global Outsourcing 100 and World’s Best Outsourcing Advisors
Rankings, selection process details and company strengths featured in the July 23 Global 500 issue of Fortune® magazine. - July 11, 2012 - IAOP
Tax Education at Affiliate Summit East 2012
Income tax information for Affiliate Marketers, and other online business. - July 10, 2012 - Oregon Tax Services LTD
Playrise Digital Announces Fundraising to Support Launch of First Games
Experienced console game developers and long-time venture capitalist combine to create new company developing high quality games for phones and tablets - July 09, 2012 - Playrise Digital
Ben Franklin Technology Partner Innovation Works Seeks Funding Proposals for PA-Based Companies, University Research in Electronics and Robotics
Innovation Works, Ben Franklin Southwestern PA, will award up to $800,000 in technology commercialization funding to universities, early-stage and/or established companies based in PA. - July 09, 2012 - Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Texas Trust Calls on High School Students to Join Youth Advisory Council
Texas teens interested in learning about personal finances and credit union leadership are invited to join the Texas Trust Youth Advisory Council. Up to 20 high school students will be chosen to be on the 2012 Texas Trust Youth Advisory Council. - July 09, 2012 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Joe Adamaitis Inducted as President of Gulf Coast Mortgage Bankers Association
Sales Manager for Academy Mortgage Corporation in Sarasota has been named to top post of Local Mortgage Bankers Group. - July 09, 2012 - Academy Mortgage Corporation
California Self-Storage Association and MiniCo Partner for the 2012 Examples in Excellence Manager Reward Program
MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC, has partnered with the California Self Storage Association (CSSA) to offer the first annual Examples in Excellence Manager Reward Program. Three finalists will be selected to attend the CSSA 10th Annual Conference and Member Meeting in San Diego. The winners will be... - July 09, 2012 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Panel Will Discuss Challenges Facing PEOs During Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
A session at the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference will focus on how a PEO can save money, improve losses and be more efficient through proven risk management practices. - July 08, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Capital Group One Inc. Reported to Launch Second Euro Hedge Fund in Five Years
This week Capital Group One Inc. announced that they would be initiating a $610 million Euro hedge fund, its second such fund in five years. - July 08, 2012 - Capital Group One Inc.
Brian Bagley Joins All In One Accounting, Inc. as CFO for Hire
All In One Accounting, Inc. has added Brian Bagley as Chief Financial Officer. Part of his responsibilities at the Eagan, Minnesota, company includes serving as a CFO for hire to businesses needing financial guidance and accounting help. - July 07, 2012 - All In One Accounting, Inc.
Mercantile Capital Corporation Finances Commercial Real Estate Project in Raleigh, NC Worth Over $1 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a leading provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire their own facilities, recently closed a commercial loan for East Coast Gear Supply for $1,008,630 in total project costs. - July 07, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Uniastrum Rewards Star Staff with Holiday on Cyprus
The winners of the Bank’s Autumn Marathon competition have been treated to a trip to the Mediterranean island. - July 07, 2012 - Uniastrum Bank
Trends in Medicare Set-Asides and Workers’ Compensation at Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
The presentation “Seeing the Forest Through the Trees: MSA/LMSA Trends” at the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott will offer guidance in that area. - July 07, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
APi Group Inc. Acquires J Squared P Holdings LLC
The Transition Companies, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of J Squared P Holdings, LLC by APi Group, Inc. - July 06, 2012 - The Transition Companies
CFLA, Inc Presents Attorney MCLE "Mortgage Securitization & Quiet Title"
CFLA, Inc Announces "Mortgage Securitization in Litigation" (State Bar Pending Approval) Attorney 6-Hour MCLE class in Los Angeles, CA on July 21, 2012 with Presenter, Timothy L. O'Reilly, Esq. - July 06, 2012 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
Cultivation Capital Invests in Yurbuds and Systematic Revenue
Cultivation Capital announces a $219,000 investment into Yurbuds and a $100,000 investment into Systematic Revenue. - July 05, 2012 - Cultivation Capital
ARGI Financial Group Leads Fiscal Education Campaign in Louisville
ARGI Financial Group, a Louisville-based financial planning firm, has taken a leadership role in the community by forming the ARGI Initiative, a campaign advocating fiscal responsibility & education. The current state of the economy, the rising national debt, unemployment rates, & the... - July 05, 2012 - ARGI Financial Group
IBcontacts Applies a New Rating Scale for Assessing the Creditworthiness of Companies
In order to meet national standards for assessing the financial condition and solvency of business entities and debt instruments, IBcontacts began applying national rating scale. - July 05, 2012 - IBcontacts
Incomeprotectionquotes.co.za Now Offers Quick and Easy Salary Protection to South Africans
Incomeprotectionquotes.co.za offers an easy way for people to purchase income protection insurance via its website, the company announced today. - July 05, 2012 - Income Protection Insurance