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Elite Women of the American Mortgage Industry Revealed
75 women have been recognized as some of the mortgage industry’s top professionals. - August 05, 2017 - Key Media
SterlingRisk Insurance Names Marci Waterman Chief Operating Officer
Marci Waterman, Esq., has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) of SterlingRisk Insurance, one of the nation’s top independently owned insurance brokerage firms. Waterman, who joined SterlingRisk in 2013, most recently served as Chief Administrative Officer for the organization. Her... - August 05, 2017 - SterlingRisk Insurance
Australia’s Rising Stars of Insurance Revealed
50 individuals have been recognised among talented young professionals making their mark on the insurance industry. - August 04, 2017 - Key Media
Steven Trigili, CCO to be a Featured Speaker at IA Watch Compliance Summit in Boston
Steven Trigili, CCO of Garden State Securities, will be a guest speaker at the IA Watch Commitment to Compliance Summit in Boston, MA. Trigili will be speaking on how compliance officers can put in a plan of action now to prepare for the DOL's Fiduciary Duty Rule. - August 03, 2017 - Garden State Securities, Inc.
Medicare Supplement Association Launches New Agent Tools for Medigap Agents
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance has announced it will make available a series of marketing tools for Medigap agents in anticipation of 2017 Open Enrollment Period. - August 03, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Rising Stars of Canada’s Mortgage Industry Revealed
55 young men and women have been recognized among the country’s top mortgage professionals. - July 29, 2017 - Key Media
AAMSI's Local Medicare Supplement Agent Directory Marks Milestone
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reports that it's online directory used by consumers to find local Medicare insurance agents marked a milestone, the 500th agent listed. - July 29, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Commercial Insurance Agents Reveal Top Industry Carriers
38 companies have come out on top in a list recognizing the top carriers voted by insurance agents. - July 28, 2017 - Key Media
American-Macedonian Outsourcing Company Announces High Profile CEO
Former Macedonian Minister of Foreign Investments Jerry Naumoff Named CEO of Taskforce BPO - July 28, 2017 - Taskforce BPO
Michelle Lucas Named Director, Financial Services Operations
The Cason Group Has Promoted Michelle Lucas to Director of Financial Services Operations - July 27, 2017 - The Cason Group
Eric Griffin Named Executive Vice President, Financial Services
The Cason Group has Promoted Eric Griffin to Executive Vice President of Financial Services - July 27, 2017 - The Cason Group
FNA Insurance Services’ Michele Burke Named President of the Monmouth Ocean Chapter of New Jersey Association of Health Underwriters
FNA Insurance Services (FNA), a leading employee benefits general insurance agency, announced that Michele Burke, Vice President of Employee Benefits, has been elected President of the Monmouth-Ocean Chapter (MOAHU) of the New Jersey Association of Health Underwriters (NJAHU) effective July 1, 2017. - July 27, 2017 - FNA Insurance Services
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Plans 1035 Exchange National Campaign
To create heightened awareness of the ability to use 1035 exchanges of life insurance to pay for long term care, a major national campaign is being planned by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 27, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Prepares for Open Enrollment Effort
A consumer awareness and education initiative linked to the upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment period is planned by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The campaign will help link consumers with local Medicare insurance agents. - July 26, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Director of Underwriting for Personal Lines
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the new Director of Underwriting for Personal Lines, Brad Burton, to their Oak Ridge office. In directing the development of and compliance with underwriting requirements applicable to the various programs under management,... - July 22, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
John A. DeSalva, President, Georgetown Financial Group, Inc. is Honored with Chairman’s Award at CAN Connect 2017
Georgetown Financial Group, Inc. a full-service financial services firm in Georgetown, CT is pleased to announce that its founder and president, John A. DeSalva, has been honored with the Chairman’s Award from Cetera Advisor Networks (CAN) at its annual Connect conference, held this year in... - July 21, 2017 - Georgetown Financial Group, Inc.
Powers Insurance and Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Relocate Headquarters
Companies move from Clayton to the City of St. Louis after 25 years - July 21, 2017 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Reports 39 Percent Increase in Consumer Inquiries
The number if consumers requesting long term care insurance information and costs from the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance increased 39 percent in the first half of 2017. - July 20, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
South Coast Surety's New Program Helps Landscape Contractors Generate More Profits
Fear of dealing with Surety Bond Companies keeps a lot of Landscape Contractors from bidding on annual maintenance contracts or landscape installations and repair work. South Coast Surety has developed a new Commercial Contract Surety Program that actually helps firms get established or improve their ability to bid on the growing number of public works. - July 19, 2017 - South Coast Surety
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Director Gives Free BFO Marketing Webinar
A free webinar on BFO Marketing for insurance agents was given today by the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. BFO stands for Be Found Online shared Jesse Slome, the Association's head and an award-winning marketing professional. - July 19, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
eCU Mortgage Names Candace Jones to Key Business Development Position
Mortgage industry veteran joins First Service's eCU Mortgage. - July 19, 2017 - First Service Credit Union
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Introduces Enhanced E&O Policy
A new low cost E&O policy for agents selling Medicare Supplement insurance was rolled out by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - July 16, 2017 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Better Medicare Alliance on Legislation Supporting Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans
Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) President and CEO Allyson Y. Schwartz released the following statement in response to the House Ways and Means Committee passage of H.R. 3168, legislation designed to provide continued access to specialized Medicare Advantage plans. - July 15, 2017 - Better Medicare Alliance
Long-Term Care Insurance Tax Deduction May be Taken by More Seniors Reports AALTCI
Nearly nine million Americans deducted medical and dental expenses which can now include long-term care insurance premium costs according to a report from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 15, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Safe Money Broadcasting Acquires Independent Consumer Financial Education Website
Introducing the first-ever, completely independent platform to educate consumers about guaranteed retirement and insurance solutions. SafeMoney.com lets advisors promote themselves, enhance credibility with national branding, and enjoy a full-service client education program with no business requirements to any financial company. - July 13, 2017 - Safe Money Broadcasting
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Professional Liability Broker
Appalachian Underwriters is pleased to announce the addition of new Professional Liability Broker, Gary Smid, to their Sarasota office. He will be focusing on solving the coverage needs of both smaller and larger, complex Professional and Management Liability accounts. Smid’s target classes... - July 13, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Consumers First Title Company, Inc. Celebrates a Decade of Putting the Consumer First
Ten years ago today Consumers First Title was founded on one simple premise, to be the best servicing title company in the industry by putting the Consumer First. - July 12, 2017 - Consumers First Title
Berkley Design Professional Announces New Hires & Promotions
Berkley Design Professional (Berkley DP), a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has significantly bolstered its underwriting staff with the addition and promotion of five professionals. "We are dedicated to providing the best possible service to our brokers and... - July 12, 2017 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Viking Bond Service, Inc. Executive Vice President Thomas C. Buckner Attends NASBP Annual Meeting
The Vice President of Viking Bond Service, Inc., a provider of license surety bonds to Florida motor vehicle dealers, Thomas C. Buckner recently attended the National Association of Surety Bond Producers 2017 Annual Meeting. - July 12, 2017 - Viking Bond Service, Inc.
National ACO Selects MNS to Build and Manage Their National Skilled Nursing Network
Management and Network Services (MNS), the nation’s leading expert in managed care within the skilled nursing environment, is pleased to announce that National ACO has selected MNS to build and manage their skilled nursing home network. National ACO, a Next Generation ACO, currently operates... - July 07, 2017 - Management and Network Services, LLC
FreeMedSuppQuotes Releases Free Ebook 4 Medigap Guidelines You Might Not Know
To help Medicare supplement plan (also known as Medigap) applicants in securing a policy, FreeMedSuppQuotes releases a free and useful resource material, 4 Medigap Guidelines You Might Not Know. The ebook aims to provide applicants with vital Medigap details as an additional benefit when one... - July 06, 2017 - Freemedsuppquotes.com
Canada’s Most Influential Women Mortgage Professionals Revealed
50 individuals have just been recognized in a list of the most influential women in the mortgage industry. - July 04, 2017 - Key Media
Mawazna Introduces Pakistan’s First Personal Finance Community
Mawazna introduces Pakistan’s first personal finance community. Mawazna community 0ffers online platform for consumers to discuss any of their queries related to personal finance. They can even share their feedback, review and experiences of financial products of their choices. Mawazna.com... - July 02, 2017 - Mawazna.com
Mawazna Enables Consumers to Compare Loan Products in Pakistan
Mawazna provides an online loan comparison platform, helping customers to compare and make informed decisions about choosing personal loans, car loan, and home loans. Mawazna has introduced a more advanced digital platform for comparing loan products in Pakistan. By using Mawazna, consumers can... - July 02, 2017 - Mawazna.com
Leading Women Professionals Revealed in Latest Industry Report
125 women have been recognized as some of the insurance industry’s top professionals. - July 01, 2017 - Key Media
LMForums, with Help from the London Insurance Market, Raises Over £8,000 for the Haven House Children’s Hospice
The London Insurance Market showing its true spirit. - July 01, 2017 - London Market Forums
IntellectEU Secures 2 Million Euro Investment in Funding
Serial fintech entrepreneur Michel Akkermans makes a strategic investment in Blockchain technology. - June 30, 2017 - IntellectEU
2nd Edition of Bestselling “What’s the Deal with Retirement Communities?” Released
Newly revised book takes an up-close look at often-asked questions about senior housing options. - June 30, 2017 - My LifeSite
Wealth Management’s Biggest Movers Revealed
50 individuals have been recognized as the movers and shakers of Canada’s financial industry. - June 30, 2017 - Key Media
Watkins Insurance Group Welcomes Chris Scott as Vice President of Finance
Scott Brings His Valuable Experience to Watkins Insurance Group - June 30, 2017 - Watkins Insurance Group
Real Estate Movers and Shakers Revealed in Annual Report
Industry report recognizes 75 individuals shaping the Canadian real estate business. - June 24, 2017 - Key Media
Auto-Owners Hold Steady in Fortune 500 Listing
For the 15th straight, year Auto-Owners Insurance was listed in the Fortune 500. - June 23, 2017 - The Resource Center, Inc.
eCU Mortgage Introduces Third Party Mortgage Origination Service for Credit Unions
Transparent, Member-Focused System Maximizes Credit Union Revenue - June 23, 2017 - First Service Credit Union
Australia’s Best Brokerage Businesses Revealed in Annual Industry Report
A new released report showcases the leading mortgage brokerages in the country. - June 22, 2017 - Key Media
Asia’s Best HR Teams Revealed
24 teams have been included in a list recognising Asia’s top performing HR teams. - June 21, 2017 - Key Media
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Hires Administrative Specialist
New St. Louis team member brings expertise to insurance alliance. - June 21, 2017 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Shane Kilduff Named Account Administrator at New Day Underwriting Managers
New Day Underwriting Managers has named Shane Kilduff as an account administrator. He is responsible for supporting the company’s sales and production efforts for environmental and construction-related professional liability coverage to agents and brokers based nationwide. “Shane is an... - June 20, 2017 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Appalachian Underwriters’ Reliance Risk Solutions Partners with an A XV Carrier to Bring a New Admitted Solution for Agency Members
Appalachian Underwriters’ high net worth division, Reliance Risk Solutions, is excited to announce a Fine Art Program which offers customized products and services for commercial and personal inland marine fine art and valuable articles. Coverage includes museums, galleries, private dealers... - June 18, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters' Reliance Risk Solutions Named a Top Personal Insurance Agency by Chubb
Chubb has bestowed its Cornerstone designation on Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Of the approximately 3,200 U.S. personal lines agencies that work with Chubb Personal Risk Services, less than seven percent have earned the Cornerstone designation. “Appalachian Underwriters has worked with... - June 18, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Canada’s Top Insurance Brokers Revealed in Annual Report
34 Insurance professionals have been recognized as the best brokers in the nation. - June 17, 2017 - Key Media