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zIngenuity Appoints New Vice President of Business Development

zIngenuity, Inc. (www.zingenuity.com), announced today that Bradley Young has joined the firm as Vice President of Business Development and will work with zIngenuity’s existing sales team to continue driving growth for the firm’s servicing quality control and mortgage risk consulting... - April 03, 2014 - zIngenuity, Inc.

Longwood, Florida Insurance Agency in Wekiva Springs Area Joins Winter Park Chamber of Commerce

KKim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency announces their new affiliation with the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce in Central Florida. Kimco Insurance, Inc. offers a complete line of auto insurance, commercial auto insurance and power sports insurance that includes coverage for boats, motorcycles, RV’s, ATV’s, dirt bikes, motor-homes, trailers and golf carts. Kimco Insurance, Inc. also offers life insurance, home and property insurance to Central Florida residents. - April 03, 2014 - Kimco Insurance Inc. - Kim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency

zIngenuity Hires New Managing Director

zIngenuity, Inc. (www.zingenuity.com), announced today that Joseph DeDominicis has joined the firm as Managing Director to further develop the Company’s servicing quality control, origination, and mortgage risk consulting services. Joe comes with a wealth of experience within the industry,... - April 02, 2014 - zIngenuity, Inc.

Longwood, Florida Allstate Auto Insurance Agency Awarded for Outstanding Customer Service

Kim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency in the Wekiva Springs area of Longwood, Florida has earned the Premier Agency Designation recognition for its performance and customer service. - April 02, 2014 - Kimco Insurance Inc. - Kim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency

GroupHEALTH Release of Reserve™ Now Available to Groups of 16+ Employees

Organizations with 16 or more employees – down from the previous minimum of 50 or more employees – can now qualify for the GroupHEALTH Release of Reserve™ program (http://bit.ly/GroupHEALTH-RoR), Matt Houghton, CEO of GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions™ announced today. - March 28, 2014 - GroupHEALTH

Sompo Japan Named as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for Fourth Year in a Row

Sompo Japan Insurance, Inc. (President： Kengo Sakurada; hereinafter, “Sompo Japan”) was selected as one of the Ethisphere 2014 World’s Most Ethical Companies as announced on March 20, 2014. About Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies The Ethisphere Institute is... - March 28, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

Longwood Florida Allstate Insurance Agency Launches New Website

Kimco Insurance, Inc. – Kim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency announces the launch of their new website featuring auto insurance, commercial auto insurance, boat insurance, RV insurance, motorcycle insurance, dirt bike and ATV insurance, life insurance and home owners insurance. - March 24, 2014 - Kimco Insurance Inc. - Kim Williams Allstate Insurance Agency

Allison Thornhill Joins South Coast Surety

Allison brings her considerable skill and experience to National Surety Wholesaler, South Coast Surety. - March 13, 2014 - South Coast Surety

Benefit Management Administrators Announces Member Mobile App

Benefit Management Administrators (BMA), a San Antonio, TX-based third-party administrator today announces the release of their mobile app for plan members, available now. “BMA has created a more convenient extension of our web portal,” said Grace Saenz, Vice President of Sales and... - March 13, 2014 - BMA

Final Report Meeting of Employee Dispatch Pro Bono Program 2013 for the Great East Japan Earthquake

Sompo Japan Insurance, Inc. and Nipponkoa Insurance Co., Ltd. held a meeting to present the final report on the Employee Dispatch Pro Bono Program on Monday, December 16, 2013. - March 08, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

NKSJ Holdings Awarded "Bronze Class" in RobecoSAM's Sustainability Rating

NKSJ Holdings, Inc. has received the RobecoSAM Bronze Class distinction in RobecoSAM’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment. - March 08, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

The Starr Group Hires Karen Bartholomew as Group Benefits Account Manager

With over 32 years of experience in the insurance industry, Karen Bartholomew joins The Starr Group. - March 08, 2014 - The Starr Group

BMA Announces FSA Store Partnership

Benefit Management Administrators (BMA), a San Antonio, TX- based third-party administrator today announces a new partnership with FSA Store, a New York based e-commerce website for healthcare. BMA’s partnership with FSA Store brings plan members a one-stop shop for healthcare products that... - February 15, 2014 - BMA

GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions Makes Significant Investment in Calgary-based groupSource LP

GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions and Gary Mitchell, a highly respected professional in the group benefits industry, have jointly acquired group insurance provider groupSource LP. - January 29, 2014 - GroupHEALTH

South Coast Surety Announces 2013 as a Banner Year

South Coast Surety closed out 2013 strongly, posting its largest year ever in premium and commission production. For the first time in South Coast Surety’s nearly 20 years of operation they generated more than $8 million in premium, with a near 50/50 split of contract and commercial bond production. This was accomplished while growing both the gross and net volume by more than 10%. - January 28, 2014 - South Coast Surety

Sompo Japan Foundation Commits Total of 2.7 Million Yen for Social Welfare Programs in ASEAN Countries

Sompo Japan Foundation makes charitable contributions, extends “overseas grants” with an aim to improve overseas social welfare. Upon soliciting applications from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that carry out social welfare activities in ASEAN member nations, the Foundation has decided to provide a total of about 2.7 million Yen. - January 28, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

Two More Hospitals Receive Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission Thanks to Accelero Health Partners

Accelero Health Partners helps two more hospitals to receive Disease-Specific Certification for their Orthopedic Service Lines. - January 23, 2014 - Accelero Health Partners

OK Tire Chooses GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to Provide New Employee Benefits Plan

K Tire Stores Inc. chose GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to provide their employee benefits plan, GroupHEALTH CEO Matt Houghton announced today. The plan will roll out on February 1, 2014 to over 450 employees. GroupHEALTH North, a GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions Advisor Partner from Prince George,... - January 23, 2014 - GroupHEALTH

Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc. Named One of the 2014 Best Companies to Work for in New York State

Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc., a full service Insurance/Risk Management Agency, has been named one of the Best Companies to work for in New York State for 2014. Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc. celebrated its 85th anniversary in September, 2013 and has been a thriving New York State business... - January 10, 2014 - Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc.

Sompo Japan Lending "Sunflowers" by Van Gogh to Bring Hope in Japan's Earthquake-Affected Region

Sompo Japan announces its decision to lend out Vincent Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" from the collection of Sompo Japan, to the "Special Exhibition: Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'" to be held at the Miyagi Museum of Art from July 15 to August 31, 2014. - January 10, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

Benefit Management Administrators Announces Joint Business Venture with HIX Partners

BMA is entering into a strategic partnership with HIX partners. - January 01, 2014 - BMA

ROC Insurance Services Now Offers Colonial Life Voluntary Benefits

ROC Insurances Services is proud to introduce Colonial Life Voluntary Benefits, offered by the Paul Revere Life Insurance Company. "This company broadens and deepens our healthcare representation to the individual and group market," says Doug Warner, VP. Colonial Life provides individuals... - December 28, 2013 - ROC Insurance Services, Inc

Free Review Finds Life Insurance Claims Being Underpaid by Insurers

A free review of life insurance claim payments is offered by the Center for Life Insurance Disputes. This review has found that insurers owe claimants more money than they are paying. - December 26, 2013 - The Center for Life Insurance Disputes

Group Benefit Services (GBS) Welcomes Kim Angeles as Operations Manager

Group Benefit Services (GBS), an industry leading Third Party Administration firm, is proud to announce that Kim Angeles has been named as the firm's Operations Manager (OM). Kim joins the GBS team after having spent 14 years with Infinite Innovations. Ms. Angeles brings more than 21 years of... - December 26, 2013 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.

Reed Group Releases Beta Formulary for ACOEM Practice Guidelines

New formulary makes industry-leading ACOEM treatment guidelines significantly more useful for clinicians, adjusters and other professionals who want to determine whether a medication is appropriate or not for a specific disorder. Free access to platform for users willing to offer feedback (take a short survey) after trying out the formulary. - December 20, 2013 - Reed Group

Sompo Japan and Nipponkoa Certified ISO14001 for All Its 400 Offices in Japan -Introducing CSR and Environmental Management System Based on ISO26000 Guidelines

Sompo Japan and Nipponkoa Insurance have constructed the Largest Environmental Management System of any Financial Institution in Japan. One of the greatest features of these systems is that they focus not only on environmental, but social issues based on ISO26000 guidelines pertaining to human rights, consumer issues and other core subjects as well. - December 19, 2013 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

Bell Earns Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) Certification

Frances Bell with Keller Williams Peace River Partners, Punta Gorda, FL, has earned the Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) Certification in recognition of her experience, knowledge and expertise in the short sales and foreclosure market. “I am committed to providing outstanding... - December 15, 2013 - Keller Williams Peace River Partners

Andrews Earns National Designation Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI)

Paul Andrews with Keller Williams Peace River Partners, Punta Gorda, FL, has earned the designation of GRI. The Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) symbol is the nationally-recognized mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation. - December 15, 2013 - Keller Williams Peace River Partners

E-Bike Commuters Gain Recognition and Insurance; Insurance Company Offers Coverage for Electric-Assisted Bicycles and Their Riders

E-bikes, bicycles with power assist provided by an electric motor, are rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method of transportation in metropolitan areas. Until recently, e-bike riders were not covered by insurance. Velosurance, a Fort Lauderdale, FL based insurance agency that launched a... - December 10, 2013 - Velosurance

GroupHEALTH Experiences Continued Growth Through an Innovative Approach to Providing Group Benefit Solutions

Located in South Surrey with clients throughout Canada, the company, which is one of the top employers in the city, had outgrown its previous location and has moved to a bigger, more functional space. - December 05, 2013 - GroupHEALTH

GroupHEALTH Announces Top Producers at Advisor Partner Summit

GroupHEALTH, a third-party administrator of group benefits, awarded their top performers in the categories of Top Producers of the Year, 100% Client Retention, and the Industry Pioneer Award. - December 05, 2013 - GroupHEALTH

The Starr Group Names Piontek IT Director

The Starr Group is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Mark Piontek to IT Director. - December 04, 2013 - The Starr Group

BMA and HPS Organize Food Drive Benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank

BMA was able to donate over 2,900 pounds of food to the San Antonio Food Bank. - November 28, 2013 - BMA

Sompo Japan Co-Sponsors the Picture Book Donation Project for Children in Myanmar

Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. announced that it is co-sponsoring the HEARTHEART Project to deliver picture books to children around the world. - November 28, 2013 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.

HPS and BMA Organize Food Drive Benefitting the San Antonio Food Bank

HPS and BMA donated over 2,900 lbs. of food to the San Antonio Food Bank. - November 27, 2013 - Health Portal Solutions

BMA Announces Organ Transplant Program Partnership with Fairmont Specialty

BMA is pleased to announce their Organ Transplant Program partnership with Fairmont Specialty. - November 22, 2013 - BMA

IndiaFirst Life Completes 4 Successful Years in the Indian Life Insurance Industry

One of the youngest and fastest growing life insurers in the country, IndiaFirst Life celebrated its fourth successful year of operations in the Indian insurance sector. - November 22, 2013 - IndiaFirst Life Insurance

The Starr Group Names Arndt Vice President - Operations

The Starr Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Maureen Arndt to Vice President – Operations effective November 2013. Arndt moves to the Vice President - Operations role from her former position as Director of Operations. She will be responsible for spearheading all of The Starr... - November 22, 2013 - The Starr Group

ForeSIGHT Medical Introduces Advanced Analytics Reporting Tool for Managing Escalating Workers’ Compensation Surgical Implant Costs

Workers' compensation leader ForeSIGHT Medical releases new reporting and analytics tool that helps identify and control escalating costs in surgical procedures involving implants. - November 21, 2013 - ForeSIGHT Medical

The Final Countdown: Teenage Explorer Parker Liautaud Departs for the Willis Resilience Expedition

Watch the journey unfold at www.willisresilience.com - November 20, 2013 - Willis

GRBM Inc., the Contractors Insurance Agency, Relocates to Brewster New York

GRBM Inc, the Contractors Insurance Agency, has relocated to 2022 Route 22 Brewster New York. - November 14, 2013 - GRBM Inc

Obamacare Identity Theft Safe-Guard, by InsureAcare's Incredible Insurance Agents.

Identity Theft criminals have used Obamacare to commit their crimes. A new instructional video is now available that eliminates this problem. - November 06, 2013 - InsureAcare

Collins Einhorn Farrell Earns National Recognition Among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News - Best Lawyers®

Collins Einhorn Farrell was selected as a Tier 1 firm in the Detroit metropolitan rankings in seven practice areas. - November 06, 2013 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.

AIB, Announces Launch of Customizable Private Exchange Technology to Help Employers and Employees Through the Revolution Occurring in Health Insurance

This approach allows even the smallest of businesses to offer their employees quality health-related benefits, while maximizing the IRS approved benefits of tax savings for both the employer and employees. - November 02, 2013 - American Insurance Benefits

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