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Agribusiness: Alternative Latin Investor Reports - Coffee: Agricultural Case Study - February 06, 2010 - Alternative Latin Investor
James F. Byrd of Crescent State Bank Participates in Dancing with the Sandhills Stars Competition
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that James F. Byrd, senior vice president at the bank, competed in the Dancing with the Sandhills Stars competition... - February 06, 2010 - Crescent State Bank
HealthcareInfoSecurity.com Debuts from Information Security Media Group
Information Security Media Group (ISMG) announces the launch of HealthcareInfoSecurity.com, a multimedia site providing news, insights and education on information security, risk management and privacy in the healthcare industry. - February 04, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Hop Into Power Financial Credit Union on March 20 to Meet the Easter Bunny
South Florida's leading credit union opens its doors to host the Easter Bunny for free photos - February 03, 2010 - Power Financial Credit Union
New Podcast on Accelerating Bank Sales to Businesses Debuts
Small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage launches Sales Thoughts, a podcast aimed at helping bankers accelerate sales to small and medium-sized businesses. - February 02, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Emergency Plan Should Include Financial Readiness, Advanced Preparation for the Unpredictable Can Pay Off
Don't panic. Be prepared. Although the Chicago area is not likely to endure the devastating effects of an earthquake, it is subject to its own set of impending natural disasters, like tornadoes and flooding. Consumer Credit Counseling Service, a program of Family Counseling Service of Aurora,... - February 01, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
The Corvus Group Forms Troubled Asset Advisory Group
The Corvus Group, a Washington, D.C.-area firm with nearly $10 billion of real estate assets under management from failed banks, announced it has formed a Troubled Asset Advisory Group (Corvus TAAG). Chicago-based Corvus TAAG provides specialized staffing and analytical/advisory services to... - February 01, 2010 - The Corvus Group
Crescent State Bank to Serve as Green Hope High School Wrestling Scramble Sponsor
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank will serve as a sponsor for Green Hope High School’s Wrestling Scramble. The 16-team annual... - January 30, 2010 - Crescent State Bank
Lloyds Finance Group Provides EUR 348 Million Financing
Lloyds Finance Group, a global provider of financial products and services, completed EUR 348 Million financing to develop a revolutionary wind hub machining cell for high volume manufacturing. - January 30, 2010 - Lloyds Finance Group
Seven Steps for Banks to Capture Full Small Business Relationships, Increase Profitability in 2010
In the article, The Whole Enchilada: Attracting the Full Small Business Relationship, small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage offers seven tips to maximize opportunities with small business mixed households (business + personal + employees) and increase bank profits and balance-sheet growth. Download at www.clarityadvantage.com. Free registration required. - January 26, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Foreclosure Prevention & Intervention Services 10 Facts About the Process
Foreclosure prevention and foreclosure intervention are two very different services. Consumer Credit Counseling Service is trained and certified to help with both. Here's how easy the process can be: - January 25, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Increase Small Business Relationship Profitability and Cross Sells: Banking Webinar to Tell How
One of the keys to banks increasing relationship profitability and cross sells, according to small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage, is attracting full small business relationships (business + owner + employee). The company will host Capturing Mixed Small Business Households, a complimentary webinar on February 11, 2010, to share tips for maximizing opportunities with small business households. - January 25, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Crescent State Bank Offers Option to Open Accounts Online
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank now offers the option to open accounts online. Visitors to the bank’s Web site can now open... - January 23, 2010 - Crescent State Bank
New on Demand Training Feature for ISMG Annual Members
BankInfoSecurity.com, CUInfoSecurity.com, GovInfoSecurity.com, and HealthcareInfoSecurity.com debuts On Demand access to all training and education for Annual Members. - January 22, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Easy Access to the World's Leading Hedge Funds
Panthera Solutions, an Alternative Investment Consultancy in Monte-Carlo, is offering its European customers premium access to the world´s most renowned and prestigious hedge funds. - January 19, 2010 - Panthera Solutions
Bank Training Managers Gain Five Strategies for Growing Small Business via Branches
Small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage shares best practices to boost the impact of training on bank plans to grow small business relationships in 2010. Small Business Readiness Checklist for Training and five-article series are available for download at www.clarityadvantage.com. Free registration required. - January 19, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Bank Line-of-Business Managers Gain Five Strategies for Driving Small Business Growth via Branches
Small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage offers practical tips for line-of-business managers to increase branch small business sales and retention in 2010. Small Business Readiness Checklist for Lines of Business and six-article series are available for download at www.clarityadvantage.com. Free registration required. - January 13, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Local Non-Profit Agency Opens New Office in Yorkville Area, Demand Remains High for Foreclosure-Prevention and Foreclosure-Intervention Services
Federally funded credit-counseling programs help consumers avoid foreclosure and stay in homes. - January 10, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Crescent State Bank to Serve as Operation School Bell Sponsor
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank will serve as a sponsor for Operation School Bell, a program funded and provided by Assistance League... - December 25, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Career Trends Survey Results: Hot Topics, Trends for 2010
Information Security Media Group's Information Security Today Career Trends Survey delivers interesting insight directly from professionals in the industry. - December 24, 2009 - Information Security Media Group
Crescent State Bank Ranked Among Top Wilmington Banks
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank has been featured in the Greater Wilmington Business Journal as one of Wilmington’s top banks. - December 19, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Veteran Journalist Howard Anderson Joins Information Security Media Group (ISMG)
New Managing Editor Brings Healthcare Industry Depth to Information Security Media Group (ISMG) - December 18, 2009 - Information Security Media Group
Applied Bank Earns an A+ Rating with TheStreet.com Ratings
Applied Bank is excited to announce it has again earned the highest rating of A+ (Excellent Financial Strength) from TheStreet.com Ratings, an independent and unbiased accurate source for rating financial institutions. This outstanding A+ rating has ranked Applied Bank as one of the top-rated 40... - December 17, 2009 - Applied Bank
Account Manager’s Understanding of Customer’s Business Increases Bank Small Business Results
Bank small business sales specialist Clarity Advantage offers small business banking account managers seven tips for engaging customers in valuable conversations, connecting their bank’s products to the business owner’s issues, and retaining and growing small business wallet share. - December 15, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Crescent State Bank Branches to Serve as Toys for Tots Donation Locations
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank will collect donations for Toys For Tots. Customers can drop off new, unwrapped toys at any Crescent... - December 12, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Crescent State Bank Releases Points 2U Podcast
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Danielle Beagley, marketing coordinator at the bank, has released a podcast detailing Points 2U, a new rewards... - December 05, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Crescent State Bank Releases Podcast on Special Financing Mortgages
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Danielle Beagley, marketing coordinator at the bank, has released a podcast discussing the special financing... - November 27, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Crescent State Bank Releases Rewards Checking Podcast
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Danielle Beagley, marketing coordinator at the bank, has released a podcast detailing the bank’s Rewards... - November 20, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Agribusiness – Agave & Tequila
While the craze comes and goes, Tequila will always popular as Steven Kaczor takes an in-depth look at the investment potential of agave. - November 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Precious Things in Peru
Guest journalist Anthony LoBaido investigates the diversity of the Peruvian mining industry - November 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Oberthur Technologies and Todos Announce a Worldwide Partnership in the Field of Authentication
An end-to-end authentication solution for banks securing e-shopping and e-banking worldwide. - November 18, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Todos Brings Trust and Usability to Mobile Authentication - Launches iPhone/iPod Touch App, Announces Android App
Transaction verification goes mobile as Todos AB updates onMobile for Java MIDP mobiles, launches onMobile for iPhone(TM) and iPod Touch(TM) and announces application for the Android platform. - November 17, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: a Truly Personal Investment in Wine and Argentina
With the growing interest in Argentine wines, ALI speaks with Dan Karlin, owner/operator of Anuva vinos, one of the few Argentina based U.S. importers. - November 16, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Emerging Markets - Paradise Lost, Paraguay Found
Lying nestled against Brazil and Argentina, Paraguay is full of undiscovered investment opportunities. - November 16, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Pre-Salt: What Now?
Francisco Ebeling of the Brazilian Institute of Oil, Gas and Biofuels explains the true significance of offshore pre-salt oil discoveries. - November 14, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Commodities - Chavez and the Diminishing Return
How have the actions of Hugo Chavez effected the investment environment within Latin America? Commodities expert Robert Petrucci explains. - November 13, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Todos Delivers 20 Millionth eBanking Security Device
Todos AB goes from strength to strength. The Swedish online security company has delivered 20m authentication products, of which 6m are advanced smart card readers. - November 13, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Torrey Pines Bank Reports Strong Growth in Third Quarter 2009
Torrey Pines Bank, a leading local commercial bank with offices throughout San Diego County and a subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation, today announced third quarter results with strong growth in deposits and an increase in net income with substantial capacity to fund business loans and... - November 13, 2009 - Torrey Pines Bank
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: The Times They Are a Changing for Panama Real Estate
Dennis Smith injects some reality into the myths surrounding booming real estate investment in Panama. - November 12, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Forex Themes as 2009 Draws to a Close
Continuing from the last issue of Alternative Latin Investor, LatAm FX specialist Kevin Sollitt gives his analysis for the regions currencies through the end of 2009. - November 12, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Brazilian Urban Art – from Street to Chic
Tiffany Swenson speaks with local Brazilian galleries drawing a bead on the current urban art scene looking at a few of the countries brightest stars. - November 12, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Challenges for Successful Private Equity Investments in Brazil
With all of the media surrounding the opportunities found in Brazil, TriCap Partners have created the a condensed guide, “Everything You Need to Know About Brazilian Private Equity” Part I. - November 11, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Hedge Argentina
A quick look at the investment environment in Argentina, with a focus on two of the top performing funds operating in the region. - November 11, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Schools: Trade Cookie Dough for Real Dough
SCHOOLSAVINGS.com launches new fund raising tools as part of It’s Cool to Save at School™ deposit solution. - November 09, 2009 - SCHOOLSAVINGS.com
Todos's Autograf Brings New Era to Smart Card Security
Banks can offer customers new services and greater security thanks to a unique Todos technology. It creates secure, trustworthy communications directly between the banks and smart cards. - November 06, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
AmTrust Bank Now Has Twenty-Five Branches in South Florida
AmTrust Bank celebrated its 26th South Florida branch opening with Grand Opening celebrations of their West Boynton Beach branch on Wednesday, October 21st. - November 05, 2009 - AmTrust Bank
Business Banking Webinar Explores Effective Sales Coaching Strategies
Presented by Clarity Advantage, The Value of Coaching and Coaching To Get the Value, a complimentary webinar, tells business banking team leaders and managers how they can help sales people achieve better results with coaching. Attend the live presentation on Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 12 to 1:00 pm ET. - November 05, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Crescent State Bank Mortgage Officer Releases Podcast on Home Loan Advice for New Homebuyers
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Sylvia Phillips Currin, a mortgage officer at the bank, has released a podcast offering advice to potential... - October 31, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
HomeTelos LEO Program Achieves Market Success as Foreclosure Alternative
HomeTelos Loan Exit Option (LEO) program has demonstrated market success as an effective approach in avoiding foreclosure for borrowers, investors, and mortgage servicers. The LEO pre-foreclosure home sale program is faster and has significantly higher closing success rates than traditional... - October 27, 2009 - HomeTelos, L.P.
Lloyds Finance Group Provides US $100 Million Financing
Lloyds Finance Group, a global provider of financial products and services, completed US $100 Million financing secured by Standby Letter of Credit. - October 23, 2009 - Lloyds Finance Group