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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
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
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
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
Lloyds Finance Group Financed a Major Project of 876 Million EUR
Lloyds Finance Group, a global provider of financial products and services, completed financing the third phase of a major, 876 Million Euro project. - October 23, 2009 - Lloyds Finance Group
Golfers and Business Executives Minimize Mistakes With Mind Game Strategies
Dr. Dan Schaefer introduces his new proprietary strategies to help competitive individuals achieve success. - October 22, 2009 - Dr. Dan Schaefer
Crescent State Bank Hosts Chamber After Hours Event
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’s Holly Springs location will host the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours... - October 17, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Richard Cathey, President and CEO of American Pride Bank, Elected to Community Bankers Association of Georgia Board of Directors
Richard Cathey, President and CEO of Macon, Georgia-based financial institute American Pride Bank, is elected to a one year term as Member at Large for the Community Bankers Association of Georgia. - October 15, 2009 - American Pride Bank
Clarity Advantage’s Nick Miller Quoted in BAI Banking Strategies Retail Delivery Insights—Bankers Telling Stories
The article appears in the October 7, 2009 issue and is based on the webinar, Retaining Your Customers Through Down Turns... and Left Turns, which Miller delivered on September 21, 2009. - October 12, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Crescent State Bank Awards $1,000 to New Client
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that new customers Pat and Renee Clifton won a $1,000 drawing for opening a Rewards Checking account at Crescent State Bank’s new 4711 Six... - October 10, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
UC Irvine's Breakfast Series to Feature CMBS and Receivership Experts
University of California, Irvine and the Center for Real Estate is hosting its tri-annual Breakfast Series at the Pacific Club in Newport Beach, California. - October 08, 2009 - CWP | Advisors
Future-Proof Technology the Reason Why Hwatai Bank Choose Todos AB
Hwatai Commercial Bank deploys the Todos eCode system to increase trust and security for customers and gain great flexibility and opportunities for future development. - October 08, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
USC Invites CWP Advisors to Speak with Aspiring Entrepreneurs
University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business invited CWP Advisors to participate in its entrepreneurship luncheon to be held on September 29 on campus. - October 07, 2009 - CWP | Advisors
3 Keys to Successful Bank Prospecting
Bank Sales Specialist and President of Clarity Advantage Nick Miller answers one of today’s biggest banking sales challenges with a new webinar, “First Calls On Prospects” on November 19, 2009 and eBook, “Winning At Prospecting.” - October 05, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Crescent State Bank Sponsors Women of Western Wake Luncheon
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced the bank’s sponsorship of the Women of Western Wake Luncheon on Friday, Nov. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at... - October 04, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Kingsley Whyte Outgoing Director Confirms Board Decision to Keep Rates Unchanged
Kingsley Whyte votes to keep rates in canada the same - October 02, 2009 - Kash Mart International
Kash Mart Company Opens New Offices in Canada
Kingsley Whyte launches new head office for Kash Mart Canada - October 01, 2009 - Kash Mart International
Crescent State Bank Hosts Customer Appreciation Social
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 host a customer appreciation event on Friday, Oct. 2, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Clayton... - September 26, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Hudson Valley Bank Names New Connecticut Relationship Manager
David T. Kehoe had been named Vice President and Relationship Manager at Hudson Valley Bank - September 26, 2009 - Hudson Valley Bank
Broadway Bank Wins First Place National Award at American Bankers Association Conference
Broadway Bank has received one of the nation’s most prestigious honors for financial marketing by winning an American Bankers Association (ABA) 2009 Financial Marketing Award. Broadway Bank was recently awarded first place for an advertising and marketing campaign in the humor category,... - September 26, 2009 - Community Resource Credit Union
Upstream Works Receives 2009 TMC Labs Innovation Award
UpTake Performance Analytics Honored for Innovation. - September 25, 2009 - Upstream Works Software Ltd
Alternative Latin Investor Special Report: Is Latin America the Future of Off-Shore Banking?
The Climate of Greater Transparency and Stricter Regulation is Forcing Great Changes in the Offshore Banking World; Latin America’s Industry is Poised and Ready for the Future. - September 25, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Raiffeisen Bank Romania Orders Close to 200,000 Smart-Card Readers from Todos AB
eBanking in Romania has a new benchmark with Raiffeisen Bank's choice to go for advanced strong authentication from leading security vendor Todos AB. The deal follow multiple others in the area and is the second bank within the Raiffeisen Bank network to opt for Todos technology. The 190,000 customized smart-card readers Todos A200 have already been delivered. - September 25, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Banking Webinar Provides Insight Into Conducting Cash Management Conversations with Small Businesses
Bankers can hear successful strategies for engaging small business owners in cash management conversations by tuning into Clarity Advantage’s free webinar “Talking Cash Management with Small Businesses” on October 15, 2009. - September 21, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Alternative Latin Investor Reports : Attracting Middle Eastern Investment
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires speaks with Middle Eastern investment professionals to determine how their Latin American investments could become more appealing to the Islamic world. - September 20, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports : Brazil’s Improving Corporate Governance
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires just released an article specifically looking at recent improvements made in Brazil's corporate governances. - September 20, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Investor Reports on Private Equity ; Regional Opportunities - Latin America
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires takes a closer look at the proportionally large private equity potential within Central America. The article includes insight from two key players in the region, Aureos and MesoAmerica to get an idea of what’s going on. - September 20, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Unexplored Agribusiness Opportunities in Latin America
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires just released an article on Agribusiness within Latin America. - September 20, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Bo Emanuelsson Appointed Head of EMEA Sales at Todos
Todos hires Bo Emanuelsson as the company’s new sales director for EMEA, reaffirming the company’s commitment to building its business at the heart of Europe. - September 19, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Announcing the Debut of the Information Security Today Careers Survey
1st Annual Study Will Gauge Skills - What Professionals Have, What They Need. - September 18, 2009 - Information Security Media Group
First Digital Publication on Alternative Investments in Latin America Releases - Forex: What's Behind the Moves
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires just released an article on Forex in Latin America. - September 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Renewable Energy Takes Off in Chile
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires speaks just released an article on renewable energy in Chile. - September 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor