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The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Forms Strategic Alliance with Southern Seminary to Co-Sponsor the First Annual Conference Focusing on Church Safety
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management, LLC (ICSARM) is pleased to announce a joint effort with The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky to present the first ever “Vigilance Conference” to be held on the campus of Southern Seminary, July 20-22, 2010. The theme of the event is “Rebuilding Perspective on Safety & Security” and is open to church leaders and those associated in any capacity with church safety and church security. - May 12, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, Named One of Entrepreneur Magazine's Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009
Entrepreneur Magazine has recently selected Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, as one of 20 Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009. Last year, Satori World Medical, a global healthcare and service company specializing in the emerging multi-million dollar medical tourism... - May 12, 2010 - Satori World Medical
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects Church Finance Expert and Former Pastor Charles Shumate to Lead Newly Established Indianapolis Area Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Indianapolis Metro Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Anderson, Indiana area. The Indianapolis Metro Church Safety Roundtable will cover churches in the Indianapolis, Muncie and Anderson Indiana areas. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - May 09, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
John Flanders Earns CLCS Designation
The designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) has been conferred upon John Flanders of The O’Neill Group. The honor follows his successful completion of a professional insurance education program designed by National Underwriter Company. The CLCS designation represents a... - May 08, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Voluntary Benefits Magazine Sees Release of Issue 12
Issue #12 of the Voluntary Benefits Magazine has been released, Voluntary BenefitsMagazine.com. This is the only magazine dedicated strictly to voluntary benefits, limited medical and mini-med plans. - May 07, 2010 - Voluntary Benefits Conference
First Investors Corporation Celebrates Eighty Years
The year 2010 marks the eightieth anniversary of First Investors Corporation. In 1930, amidst the Great Depression, Financial Independence Founders—the predecessor firm of First Investors Corporation—was established. The Company wished to cater to the everyday, individual investor,... - May 06, 2010 - First Investors Media
Pet Insurance Company Hires Howard Rubin as Chief Operating Officer
Seattle-based pet insurance company, Trupanion, has hired Howard Rubin as their Chief Operating Officer. - May 03, 2010 - Trupanion
Farm Bureau Insurance Reaches $5 Million Milestone in Rewarding State’s Safe Teen Drivers
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance offers a $1,000 US Saving's Bond to teens who successfully complete a safe driving program. The company recently awarded its 5000th bond. The investment in the safety of Virginia's teens through this program has now reached $5 million. - April 30, 2010 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Healthcare Reform’s Affect on Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Website Portal Launched by VBM
The Voluntary Benefits Magazine has launched an informational website and center containing updates on Healthcare Reform’s affect on voluntary benefits and limited medical. The healthcare reform updates will provide the latest information and provisions of the healthcare reform legislation as... - April 30, 2010 - Voluntary Benefits Conference
Old Republic Home Protection Names P.J. Cochran as Regional Vice President
Old Republic Home Protection, a leading home warranty provider, announces the appointment of P.J. Cochran as Regional Vice President for Southern California. In a time of rapidly changing market conditions, RVPs provide critical leadership to their Sales Teams, who, in turn, ensure that consistent,... - April 29, 2010 - Old Republic Home Protection
First Investors Funds Receive Three Lipper Fund Awards
At the Lipper Awards Ceremony on March 24, 2010, two First Investors funds received honors in three categories. Awards were based upon Consistent Return.1 In the category of Single-State Insured Municipal Debt Funds over Three Years, the First Investors North Carolina Tax Exempt Fund (FMTNX) took... - April 28, 2010 - First Investors Media
ROC Advisory Group Opens Office in SouthPark; Offers Free Financial Planning Workshops
A full-service financial planning firm specializing in helping individuals and businesses build and protect their financial security, has opened an office in the Rotunda Building in SouthPark. - April 28, 2010 - ROC Advisory Group
National Allotment Expands Into More Regions
Major Independent Insurance Agency opens up in Atlanta - April 27, 2010 - National Allotment
John McIlvaine Earns CLCS Designation
The designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) has been conferred upon John McIlvaine following his successful completion of a professional insurance education program designed by National Underwriter Company. John is employed by The O’Neill Group Insurance Agency in Downtown... - April 24, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
New Door Title, LLC Launches New Website Aimed at South Florida Home Buyers, Realtors, Real Estate Developers and Lenders
New Door Title, LLC, a full service residential and commercial title agency, launched a new website offering a full range of title services, title insurance, loan restructuring and short sale solutions. Alan Polin of Polin & Associates, a successful law practice based in Coral Springs, Florida,... - April 19, 2010 - New Door Title
Loss is Inevitable; Know What You Own and Prove It
Loss and claims that happen as the result of hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, floods, theft, divorce and even death, are going to happen. Experts including our insurance agents, attorneys, financial advisors and even our own mothers, all agree that we have to be prepared for the inevitable. Asset... - April 19, 2010 - Asset Registry LLC
Pensacola Insurance Reviews - Auto, Home, Life
Pensacola, FL - Pensacola-FL.Info, a website for user-generated reviews of local businesses has been launched. Pensacola Insurance is the first of up to 46 categories to be released for consumer ratings and opinions. Duane Hansen, creator of Pensacola FL Info recently stated "Our idea was to... - April 18, 2010 - Pensacola FL Insurance
Core Five Solutions to Exhibit at Benefits Selling Expo 2010
Core Five Solutions, a licensed third party administrator and benefit enrollment company, announced today it will participate in the 6th Annual Benefits Selling Expo held April 19 – 21, 2010, in Washington, DC hosted by Benefits Selling magazine. The Benefits Selling Expo is dedicated to... - April 15, 2010 - Core Five Solutions
Blackburn Group Inc. Announces New Medical Cost Projection Technology to Support Life Care Planning Practice
Blackburn Group Inc.’s Enterprise Risk and Claim Management partners are pleased to announce they have evolved their technology associated with the Life Care Planning (LCP) practice. - April 14, 2010 - Blackburn Group Inc.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Appoints Defensive Tactics Instructor and Safety Expert Mike McKirahan to Lead Newly Established Twin City Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Twin Cities Area Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Minneapolis, Minnesota area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - April 12, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
SIIA Announces Its Self-Insured Employer Health Care Track at the SIIA 30th Annual Educational Conference & Expo
A collection of successful self-insured health plans are slated to be showcased during the upcoming SIIA National Conference & Expo, scheduled for October 12-14, 2010 at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower. The Health Care Educational Track also includes big name industry speakers and timely... - April 09, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Introduces Peter Persuitti with Arthur J. Gallagher & Company's Religious & Nonprofit Practice to Advisory Board
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) is pleased to introduce Peter Persuitti from Arthur J. Gallagher’s Religious & Nonprofit Practice Area to its Board of Advisors effective April 5, 2010. - April 09, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
30 Years and Still Reaching for the Stars
Decades spent influencing an industry is impressive, regardless of the industry. Becoming a leader in the Real Estate and Home Warranty Industries, and leaving your mark on literally tens of thousands of people, is truly remarkable. This year, Gwen Gallagher, President of Old Republic Home... - April 09, 2010 - Old Republic Home Protection
SIIA's 3rd International Conference - London - June 7-9, 2010
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) has scheduled its 3rd International conference in London June 7-9, 2010. This conference is designed to showcase innovative self-insurance/alternative risk transfer solutions that are available to companies operating on a global basis or looking to do international business. - April 08, 2010 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
Title Guarantee Inc. Announces GFE RESPA Bulletin
New Instant Title Insurance Quote and GFE Calculator. - April 08, 2010 - Title Guarantee Inc.
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County Partners with InsuranceClaimsNegotiator.com (ICN Metro) of Bensalem, PA
Habitat for Humanity is Building Homes in Bristol Township PA and has tapped Metro Public Adjustment, Inc., the Largest Public Adjusting firm in PA, to assist with the Volunteer efforts. - April 08, 2010 - ICN_Metro Public Adjustment, Inc.
Reduction in Unemployment Taxes Alleviates Recession Pain for Small Business
Recession costs controlled through joining a PEO (coemployment). - April 07, 2010 - Xcel HR
Krska Earns CISR Designation
The designation of Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) has been conferred upon Tracey Krska, a Personal Lines Assistant at The O’Neill Group, following her successful completion of a professional insurance education program sponsored by the Society of Certified Insurance... - April 07, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
Pet Insurance from Trupanion Becomes Available in Alaska
Trupanion now offers pet insurance policies to cats and dogs in Alaska. - April 05, 2010 - Trupanion
Health Insurance Guide for Buyer's: Insure4USA Published New Resource
Healthcare has always been high on the agenda of every US government. Health insurance plays a crucial role in healthcare, which is why individuals and families need to understand the finer points of health insurance. In a health insurance guide for buyer’s recently published by... - April 03, 2010 - Insure4USA
SIA Group Appoints Personal Lines Customer Service Representative
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Melissa Jones has been named personal lines customer service representative for the branch office in Jacksonville, N.C. In this position,... - April 02, 2010 - SIA Group
Kotak Life Insurance Launches 3 New ULIPs
Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Limited (Kotak Life Insurance) has launched three new ULIPs – Kotak Super Advantage, Kotak Guaranteed Pension Builder and Kotak Platinum Edge. Kotak Super Advantage: Kotak Super Advantage is a smart investment plan that addresses the financial needs... - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance Records Profit of 18.5 Crores, Growth of 39% in Q3-FY10
Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Limited (Kotak Life Insurance) announced a profit of Rs. 18.52 crores in the period Oct-Dec 2009 (unaudited). The company recorded growth of 39 per cent in Total Received Premium Income to Rs. 711.62 crore during the period Oct-Dec 2009 from Rs. 511.64... - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance Opens Branch in Aligarh
Focus on expanding and consolidating reach and distribution in the region - April 02, 2010 - Kotak Life Insurance
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects 25-Year Law Enforcement and Risk Management Professional Tony Zuniga to Lead Newly Established L.A. Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Greater Los Angeles Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Los Angeles, California area. This is the fourth California roundtable to be established in the past three months and will cover churches in the greater Los Angeles area and counties to the immediate north of Los Angeles. - April 01, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
InTune Offers Powerful Wellness Solution to Small Businesses Worldwide
Strategic Wellness Partners, architect, owner and operator of InTune, an innovative corporate wellness program, announced yesterday that it is providing the powerful InTune wellness solution to small businesses across the globe. - March 30, 2010 - Strategic Wellness Partners, LLC
Fall River Consulting Group Acquires Top Talent
Fall River Consulting Group LLC, an employee benefits broker and actuarial consulting firm based in Denver, CO, is delighted to announce the March addition of two key personnel as part of their 2010 growth strategy. After working part-time for the past 15 months, Melanie Dominguez has joined... - March 28, 2010 - Fall River Consulting Group LLC
MyInsuranceClub to Launch a New Improved Version of Their Portal
A new improved version of the insurance price and features comparison portal MyInsuranceClub in India is in the process of being rolled out. - March 26, 2010 - MyInsuranceClub.com
Van Auker Earns CSRM Designation
Thomas P. Van Auker of The O’Neill Group has recently received the prestigious insurance designation of Certified School Risk Manager. - March 25, 2010 - The O'Neill Group
SIA Group Recognized by the United Way
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that the company has received two awards from the United Way of Onslow County for its contribution to the charity. SIA was recognized for increasing... - March 25, 2010 - SIA Group
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Forms Strategic Alliance with National Churchwatch Group from the United Kingdom
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) is pleased to form a unique strategic alliance with the National Churchwatch out of the United Kingdom. With this alliance, ICSARM will serve as United States sponsor for National Churchwatch Coordinator Nick Tolson as he visits various locations in the United States. - March 21, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
The Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management Selects 20-Year Risk Management Expert & International Security Professional to Lead New San Fran Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the San Francisco Bay Area Church Safety Roundtable based out of the San Francisco, California area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 20, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Wright USA Selects Zix Corporation for Email Encryption
Wright USA’s Customers Protected with ZixCorp Email Encryption Wright USA announced today it has selected Zix Corporation (ZixCorp) to provide its email encryption services. The insurance agency entered into this business partnership in order to best safeguard personal and sensitive... - March 20, 2010 - Wright USA
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects 20 Year Legal, Risk Management & Homeland Security Professional to Lead Newly Established Michigan Roundtable.
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Southeast Michigan Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Troy, Michigan area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 18, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
SIA Group Appoints Commercial Placer
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Jane Newbern has been named commercial placer for the branch office in Jacksonville. Newbern is responsible for the placement of large commercial... - March 18, 2010 - SIA Group
Sleepy Hollow-Tarrytown Chamber Names Linda Rey of Rey Insurance "Outstanding Member of the Year"
Annual Awards Breakfast Honors Rey and Others on March 18th at Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill. At this year’s Sleepy Hollow-Tarrytown Chamber Awards Breakfast, longtime member and Chamber supporter, Linda Rey, will be honored as “Outstanding Member of the Year.” Contributions,... - March 18, 2010 - Rey Insurance
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Taps Chaplain at Norfolk FBI InfraGard and 30 Year Security Veteran to Head Newly Established Eastern Virginia Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Eastern Virginia Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Norfolk, Virginia area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 14, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Selects Insurance Executive and Ordained Minister to Lead Newly Established Northern California Church Safety Roundtable
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced the establishment of the Northern California Church Safety Roundtable based out of the Eureka, California area. ICSARM continues to grow nationally and is excited to announce their newest addition to their Church Safety Roundtable program. - March 14, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Pierce Group Benefits Appoints Paula Mitchell as Service Specialist
Donald Pierce, President of Pierce Group Benefits, a full service provider of employee benefits packages, has announced that Paula Mitchell has recently joined the team as service specialist. In this position, Mitchell provides phone support for Pierce Group Benefits’ North Carolina Service... - March 12, 2010 - Pierce Group Benefits
Trupanion Prepares Pet Owners for Seasonal Allergies in Pets with Pet Insurance Coverage
Pet insurance company Trupanion reminds pet owners of the potential expenses of treatments for pets with seasonal allergies. - March 11, 2010 - Trupanion