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Business: Insurance

The Institutes Agree to Acquire Risk & Insurance, National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference & Expo, and National Ergonomics Conference & ErgoExpo

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By acquiring Risk & Insurance, NWCDC, and ErgoExpo, we are enhancing our ability to provide knowledge through an ever-expanding set of knowledge and knowledge-delivery solutions.


MALVERN, Pa. (PRWEB)

The Institutes, the leading risk management and insurance knowledge provider, today announced it has agreed to acquire three valuable knowledge-sharing platforms from LRP Media Group. Upon closing the deal, The Institutes will acquire Risk & Insurance®, National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference® & Expo (NWCDC), and National Ergonomics Conference & ErgoExpo® (ErgoExpo). The deal is anticipated to close in December.

“At The Institutes, we are constantly seeking ways to better serve individuals interested in risk management and insurance topics,” said Peter Miller, CPCU, president and CEO of The Institutes. “By acquiring Risk & Insurance, NWCDC, and ErgoExpo, we are enhancing our ability to provide knowledge through an ever-expanding set of knowledge and knowledge-delivery solutions. Acquiring these platforms will not only enhance our content but also expand our ability to effectively deliver our content by gaining a better understanding of individuals’ risk management and insurance knowledge preferences and needs.”

Risk & Insurance is the leading risk management and insurance digital and print platform. It is also known for its award programs, including the Power Broker award. NWCDC and ErgoExpo will expand The Institutes’ educational offerings into the area of workplace injury risk mitigation. NWCDC is the largest national workers’ compensation event and exposition, and ErgoExpo is the nation’s largest and longest running ergonomics event, focused on providing knowledge about making employees safer by mitigating workplace injuries.

Upon the deal’s closing, Risk & Insurance, NWCDC, and ErgoExpo will become members of The Institutes.

About The Institutes | Risk and Insurance Knowledge Group

The Institutes, a leading provider of risk and insurance knowledge solutions, offer professional designations, including the CPCU® program. In addition, The Institutes provide introductory, foundational, and leadership programs; online and continuing education courses; events and conferences; custom solutions; and assessment tools. Affiliates include CEU, Claims Pages, the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, the CPCU-Loman Education Foundation, The Institutes CPCU Society, The Institutes Griffith Insurance Education Foundation, The Institutes RiskStream CollaborativeTM, the Insurance Research Council, the International Insurance Society, MyPath, and the Pacific Insurance Conference.

CPCU is a registered trademark of The Institutes. All rights reserved.

About LRP Media Group

LRP Media Group, headquartered in Palm Beach County since 1996, is an innovative media company serving millions of business and education professionals worldwide. Specializing in education administration, education law, education technology, federal employment, human resources, workers’ compensation and disability, LRP publishes thousands of books, pamphlets, newsletters, videos and online resources. The company also produces five industry-leading print and digital magazines for key decision-makers: District Administration, Human Resource Executive®, HRM Asia, Risk & Insurance® and University Business. Additionally, LRP annually delivers top-quality training and professional development to more than 80,000 professionals through its 13 award-winning conferences and tradeshows in China, Singapore and the United States. LRP currently employs more than 500 professionals in its Connecticut, Florida, Pennsylvania, Singapore and Washington, D.C., offices.

Risk & Insurance, National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference, National Ergonomics Conference & ErgoExpo, and Human Resource Executive are registered trademarks of LRP Media Group. All rights reserved.

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Business: Executives

Lucas Group Announces Advancement of Talented Associates

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As we do with our Candidates, Lucas Group is proud of our tradition of providing our Associates with a clear career path, not only a job.


ATLANTA (PRWEB)

Lucas Group, ranked sixth on Forbes’ Best Professional Recruiting Firms list for 2019, announced the recent promotion of 20 Associates to advanced recruiting positions, including Executive Senior Partner, Senior Partner and Senior Executive Search Consultant.

“As we do with our Candidates, Lucas Group is proud of our tradition of providing our Associates with a clear career path, not only a job,” said Lucas Group Chief People Officer Carolina King. “The advancement of these Associates during the fourth quarter of 2019 represents the continued growth of our practice groups and offices as we move forward with fiscal year 2020.”

The promoted Associates represent all of the company’s practice groups, which include Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Military, Sales & Marketing and Supply Chain & Operations.

The following Associates were promoted to Executive Senior Partner:

  • Michael Lyles, Legal, Atlanta

  • Shirley Ray, Human Resources, Tampa

  • Lisa Rossi, Human Resources, New York

The following Associates were promoted to Senior Partner:

  • Dave Letourneau, Supply Chain & Operations, Dallas

  • Gaby Marroquin, Supply Chain & Operations, Houston

  • James Oliver, Information Technology, Atlanta

  • KJ Semien, Information Technology – Contract, Houston

The following Associates were promoted to Senior Executive Search Consultant:

  • Doug Anthony, Human Resources, Chicago

  • Alex Breh, Supply Chain & Operations, Cincinnati

  • Jeff Cook, Military, Dallas

  • Nic Dunsworth, Military, Dallas

  • Ben Franklin, Sales & Marketing, Dallas

  • Jay Frey, Sales & Marketing, Chicago

  • Brian King, Legal, Chicago

  • Ellen Koh, Legal – Contract, Atlanta

  • Michael Masek, Accounting & Finance – Contract, Denver

  • Daniel Olas, Human Resources, Chicago

  • Maureen Reese, Accounting & Finance, Washington, D.C.    

  • Shawna Rice, Accounting & Finance, Las Vegas

  • Savannah White, Legal – Contract, Atlanta

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with offices across the country, Lucas Group employs expert, localized search with national reach, tapping into a passive talent network to deliver a curated list of candidates uniquely suited to a company’s talent needs.

About Lucas Group

Lucas Group is North America’s premier executive search firm. Since 1970, our culture and methodologies have driven superior results. We assist clients ranging in size from small to medium-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies find transcendent, executive talent; candidates fully realize their ambitions; and associates find professional success. To learn more, please visit Lucas Group at http://www.lucasgroup.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

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PerioWest Treats Dental Anxiety in Eden Prairie, MN with Sedation Dentistry and Relaxing Amenities

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PerioWest, Periodontal Practice in Eden Prairie, MN


EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (PRWEB)

The periodontists at PerioWest, Drs. Andres Sanchez and Abdullah Alkanan, relieve dental anxiety in Eden Prairie, MN with soothing sedation dentistry. These respected doctors acknowledge that many patients suffer from varying degrees of dental anxiety. In an effort to help patients get the periodontal care they deserve without added stressors, PerioWest offers a wide-ranging menu of comfort-based amenities, services and treatment options including sedation dentistry, dental massage chairs and Netflix.

When patients feel nervous about going to the periodontist, they are more apt to cancel appointments or avoid visits altogether. This can leave their teeth and gums in worsening shape over time. Sedation dentistry stands out as a comfortable, proven way to make going to a dental professional easier.

Sedation dentistry relies on the use of approved medications to foster a sense of calm. For instance, a patient who opts for injection of local anesthetic has the opportunity to numb the site. The numbing takes effect almost immediately and lasts throughout the course of the treatment. Another sedation dentistry alternative is nitrous oxide, sometimes called laughing gas. When breathed in, nitrous oxide reduces dental anxiety. At the same time, its effects leave the body quickly. Drs. Sanchez and Alkanan also provide patients with the opportunity to select oral sedation. Although patients can respond during oral sedation, they often have no memory of the treatment afterward.

Other ways PerioWest helps individuals feel better about seeing a periodontist include offering Keurig coffee and teas, dental chairs that massage, warm blankets and even Netflix in each beautiful, state-of-the-art operatory.

Individuals experiencing dental anxiety in Eden Prairie, MN are encouraged to connect with Drs. Sanchez and Alkanan for treatments accompanied by sedation dentistry. Those interested in visiting PerioWest are invited to contact the office by calling 952-567-7457 or visiting http://www.periowestmn.com.

About the Periodontist

PerioWest is a periodontal practice offering personalized dental care for patients in Eden Prairie, MN and the Twin Cities areas. Dr. Andres R. Sanchez received his Certificate & Master’s Degree in Periodontics from the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. He is a board-certified periodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. In addition, Dr. Sanchez has been involved as a primary author in more than ten scientific papers published in major periodontal and implant dentistry journals. Dr. Abdullah F. Alkanan received his dental degree from the University of Manchester and practiced general dentistry in both the United Kingdom and Kuwait before moving to the United States to obtain his Certificate & Master’s Degree in Periodontics from the University of Louisville. Together, periodontists Drs. Sanchez and Alkanan provide state-of-the-art dental implant treatment, LANAP® laser therapy, and advanced periodontal care to Eden Prairie, MN and the Twin Cities areas. To learn more about PerioWest, Drs. Sanchez and Alkanan, and the services they provide, please visit their website at http://www.periowestmn.com or call 952-567-7457.

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Technology: Electronics

Navitas Enables 65W All-in-One Sirius Micro-Charger From Eggtronic

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Sirius is a great example of science meeting art,” said Gene Sheridan, Navitas CEO. “Navitas’ dedicated GaNFast technologists worked alongside Eggtronic’s engineering and industrial design teams to deliver a benchmark-performance fast-charger with elegant design


EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (PRWEB)

Navitas Semiconductor today announced its partnership with Eggtronic to create the Sirius Universal Laptop Charger, the smallest 65-watt USB Type-C Power Delivery laptop adapter in the world.

“Sirius is a great example of science meeting art,” said Gene Sheridan, Navitas CEO. “Navitas’ dedicated GaNFast technologists worked alongside Eggtronic’s engineering and industrial design teams to deliver a benchmark-performance fast-charger with elegant design.”

With Sirius, Eggtronic has created a powerful charging solution for today’s mobile consumers. The charger is compatible with all major laptops, smartphones, tablets and smart devices and weighs a mere 3.35 ounces, with dimensions of 2.70 by 1.98 by 0.77 inches. The consumer can now replace a drawerful of chargers with just one, slim and versatile Sirius. Sirius is also an excellent travel companion. As small as a deck of cards, business travelers can replace bulky and heavy AC adaptors and save valuable space in carry-on bags and hand luggage.

“Users will be able to save on their energy costs, reduce clutter and add some Italian design to their homes every time they plug in a charging cable,” Igor Spinella, Eggtronic’s CEO, said. “Business travelers will be able to travel with their tech with ease. We are proud to partner with some of the biggest retailers to expand the reach of our smartly designed product.”

Eggtronic engineers utilized Navitas GaNFast power ICs in their proprietary EcoVoltas technology, making the power conversion module inside Sirius incredibly power dense. Sirius leads the industry in superior device charging speed and energy efficiency with a 93% energy conversion rate. The intelligent charger responds to USB-C devices with the advanced USB Power Delivery output. Automatic smart-detection of different voltages (from 5 to 20 volts) and current (from 0.1 to 3.25 amperes) ensures universal compatibility while achieving fast charging and safe operations.

Sirius has been carefully designed to follow the strictest international quality standards. It is certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and UL; and complies with the European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS), California Proposition 65, and the U.S. Department of Energy Level VI Energy Efficiency Standard.

The Sirius Universal Laptop Charger is available now at Office Depot, Best Buy Canada and Amazon, and is scheduled to be rolled out via all major personal tech retailers next year.

Navitas will showcase the GaNFast charger technology at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) which runs January 7-10 in Las Vegas, NV. The Navitas’ booth will be at LVCC, South Hall 3 booth number 30067. To request a meeting with a Navitas representative at CES, contact +1 ThinkGaNIC (844-654-2642) or email Info@NavitasSemi.com

About Navitas

Navitas Semiconductor Inc. is the world’s first and only GaN Power IC company, founded in 2014 and based in El Segundo, CA, USA. Navitas has a strong and growing team of power semiconductor industry experts with a combined 200 years of experience in materials, devices, applications, systems and marketing, plus a proven record of innovation with over 200 patents among its founders. GaN power ICs monolithically integrate power, analog and logic circuits to enable faster charging, higher power density and greater energy savings for mobile, consumer, enterprise, eMobility and new energy markets.

About Eggtronic

Eggtronic Engineering Srl has been revolutionizing the world of wireless charging since 2012. Based in Modena, Italy, Eggtronic engineers — specialists in the fields of mechatronic and electrical engineering — develop innovative, eco-friendly charging technologies and unite them with classic Italian design. Whether for other businesses or for everyday consumers, Eggtronic helps make modern life easier, more efficient and more connected.

For press inquiries please contact:

Natasha Drake

press@eggtronic.com

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

New Research Shines a Light on a Forgotten Generation

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“Caregiving doesn’t have to be unsupported or isolating,” said Josephine Kalipeni, Policy Director of Caring Across Generations. “Together, we can build a holistic system. . . makes care supports accessible, affordable, and flexible for 21st-century families.


WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

Today, the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) in partnership with Caring Across Generations released Burning the Candle at Both Ends: Sandwich Generation Caregiving in the U.S. This new report illuminates the challenges facing working parents who are providing intergenerational care. More than 11 million Americans are caring for an adult family member due to health needs or disability, while also caring for children at home.

The report analyzes data from more than 300 Sandwich Generation caregivers, and compared to non-sandwich caregivers from a nationally representative dataset from the 2015 study, Caregiving in the U.S. (conducted initially by NAC and the AARP Public Policy Institute). The research firm, Greenwald & Associates, conducted the data analysis with input from a small Advisory Committee of nationally- and internationally-recognized researchers. Dr. Joe Caldwell from Brandeis University, Dr. Feylyn Lewis of the University of Sussex, and Dr. Margaret Longacre of Arcadia University reviewed the findings and provided perspectives from their fields of study. The report also includes caregiver vignettes and policy implications drawn from the quantitative findings.

Compared to other types of caregivers, the Sandwich Generation caregivers are younger, more ethnically diverse, and newer to caregiving than non-Sandwich Generation caregivers. Many represent Generation X and Millennials, who are launching careers and families while caring for an older relative.

Key findings highlighted some of the pain points:

  • Sandwich caregivers spent an average of 22 hours a week to caring for someone, while often simultaneously juggling work

  • Roughly one-third of Sandwich Caregivers reported emotional stress, and one of five indicate a high level of financial and physical strain.

  • Sandwich Caregivers most commonly help with transportation (80%), housework (76%), and preparing meals (62%).

  • Very few feel prepared to do the medical/nursing tasks (19%)

“Families are squeezed, and they need help to balance work and home life,” said C. Grace Whiting, J.D., President/CEO of the National Alliance for Caregiving. “National conversations are heating up on paid family and medical leave, universal childcare, and the need to expand long-term services and supports. Now is the time to invest in workplace flexibility and a robust national infrastructure that can support and augment care for the friends and family who need our care.”

Data revealed that most Sandwich Caregivers supported programs that would supplement their income while they were caregiving or an earned income tax credit to compensate them for their work, even if these programs were unavailable or hard to access.

Other challenges align with potential workplace solutions. The data show that:

  • One in five sandwich caregivers report feeling financial strain as a result of being a caregiver, and 25% said it was hard to find affordable services for their friend or family member.

  • Caregivers often lack workplace benefits, such as paid leave. As a result, Sandwich Caregivers miss work or cut down work hours during their prime working and long-term saving years.

  • More than eight out of ten (85%) wanted information on at least one caregiving related topic, including managing stress (44%)

“So many of us are already dealing with the dual stresses of Sandwich Generation caregiving, and it will only get worse if we don’t receive the support that we need,” said Josephine Kalipeni, Policy Director of Caring Across Generations. “Caregiving doesn’t have to be unsupported or isolating. Lawmakers have the opportunity now to make real change for our nation’s caregivers. Together, we can build a holistic system that acknowledges our varied caregiving needs, across cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and that makes care supports accessible, affordable, and flexible for 21st-century families.”

“Many characteristics and issues facing Sandwich Caregivers mirror those facing caregivers in general,” said Joe Caldwell, Ph.D., of the Community Policy Living Center, Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University. “However, the report highlights some important differences, particularly greater time demands and potential implications for health and economic well-being. Moreover, not only are Sandwich Caregivers more racially/ethnically diverse, there is great variation within this population. The report reminds us of the need to develop policies and practices that are flexible and approach families holistically, using a person- and family-centered approach based on an assessment of their unique situation and needs.”

NAC and Caring Across Generations will release the report in a national briefing with a live webcast. Hosted at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the briefing will honor the contributions of caregivers ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and celebrate the role of friends and family in the spirit of National Family Caregivers Month. Caregivers with lived experience balancing work and intergenerational care needs will provide their perspectives alongside national policy experts and researchers.

Made possible with grant funding from MassMutual, the report and live cast will be available on Tuesday, November 26, at 9 AM ET. To watch live, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/NA4Caregiving. The report will be available at http://bit.ly/WorkCareSandwich.

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About the National Alliance for Caregiving

Established in 1996, the National Alliance for Caregiving is a non-profit coalition of national organizations focusing on advancing family caregiving through research, innovation, and advocacy. The Alliance conducts research, does policy analysis, develops national best-practice programs, and works to increase public awareness of family caregiving issues. Recognizing that family caregivers provide significant societal and financial contributions toward maintaining the well-being of those they care for, the Alliance supports a network of more than 80 state and local caregiving coalitions and serves as Secretariat for the International Alliance of Carer Organizations (IACO). Learn more at http://www.caregiving.org.

About Caring Across Generations

Caring Across Generations is a national movement of families, caregivers, people with disabilities, and aging Americans working to transform the way we care in this country. By harnessing the power of online and grassroots organizing and culture change work, we are shifting how our nation values caregiving and calling for policy solutions that enable all of us to live well and age with dignity. For more information, please visit http://www.caringacross.org.

About Mass Mutual

The SpecialCare program, developed by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, provides access to information and resources to families with dependents of any age who have a disability. The program’s holistic approach involves a person with special needs’ network of advisors, including a Special Care Planner or other financial professional that specializes in working with special needs. Our mission is to help educate families and caregivers of people with special needs about the importance and steps in creating a life care plan to help provide a secure financial future. For more information about Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) and its SpecialCare program, please visit http://www.massmutual.com/specialcare.

About Greenwald and Associates

Greenwald & Associates is a full-service custom research firm, specializing in the areas of healthcare, financial services, and employee benefits. Learn more at http://greenwaldresearch.com.

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Industry: Healthcare

Gummy Smiles in Davidson, NC, Gently Reshaped with Laser Recontouring by White and Haines Advanced Dentistry

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Drs. Steven White and Brad Haines, dentists near Davidson, NC.

Drs. Steven White and Brad Haines Balance Smile Aesthetics in Davidson, NC with Laser Dentistry


Davidson, NC (PRWEB)

The dentists of White and Haines Advanced Dentistry welcome patients with excess gum tissue and gummy smiles in Davidson, NC to improve their gum lines with laser gum recontouring. Drs. Steven White, Brad Haines and Colton Fischer use a cutting-edge, minimally invasive laser treatment to balance the appearance of the gum line, while improving the functionality of the gum tissues.

Gummy smiles result from excessive gum tissue that covers a larger than normal portion of the teeth. This creates the illusion that the teeth are smaller, which can be an aesthetic concern for many. Patients who have gummy smiles in Davidson, NC may notice extra gum tissue in sections of their smiles or throughout their entire mouths. From a practical standpoint, excess gum tissue can make cleaning teeth at home more difficult, leading to problems such as plaque build-up, as well as increased risk of periodontal disease and tooth decay.

Drs. White, Haines and Fischer use leading-edge technology to help permanently reduce the amount of gum tissue in patients with gummy smiles. Using specialized equipment, the dentists carefully remove excess gum tissue to form a more natural looking gum line. The results of laser gum recontouring can be seen immediately, and any patient downtime is minimal. Most patients report fast recovery from this efficient, in-office service.

In addition to laser gum recontouring, Drs. White, Haines and Fischer offer a litany of other advanced general, cosmetic and restorative dental treatments enhanced by the use of advanced technology and protocols. These treatments include placement of dental implants, full mouth reconstructions, sleep apnea treatment and TMJ treatment.

Individuals interested in improving their gummy smiles in Davidson, NC can schedule a laser gum recontouring consultation with a dentist at to White and Haines Advanced Dentistry by calling 704-896-9535. Drs. White, Haines and Fischer practice out of their modern Cornelius, NC office.

About the Dentists

White and Haines Advanced Dentistry is a general dental practice offering personalized dental care to patients in Cornelius, NC. Dr. Steven White offers more than 20 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry. He has served as a mentor at the Nash Institute for Dental Learning as well as an instructor with the Advanced Aesthetics Program. Dr. Brad Haines was named a Top 40 Dentist Under 40 in Incisal Edge Magazine and brings more than a decade of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Colton Fischer brings a patient-centric approach to care, participating in programs that give back to the community including the North Carolina Dental Society Foundation’s Missions of Mercy (MOM). Drs. White, Haines, and Fischer strive to understand each patient’s unique set of goals to help them reach a healthy smile and they are members of the American Dental Association, Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and Charlotte Dental Society, among many others. To learn more about Drs. White, Haines, or Fischer, or the services they offer at their practice, please visit their website at http://www.drswhiteandhaines.com or call 704-896-9535 to schedule an appointment.

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Business: Insurance

AssuredPartners Acquires Surety Solutions Insurance Services, Inc.

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“We are thrilled to add a dedicated team of surety bond professionals who provide the highest quality of service. We welcome the dedicated staff and clients to AssuredPartners,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley.


LAKE MARY, Fla. (PRWEB)

AssuredPartners, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Surety Solutions Insurance Services, Inc. (Surety1) of Rancho Cordova, CA. The team of 15 will remain under the operational leadership of John Page and Ryan Tash, in addition, the agency currently reports $3.3 million in annualized revenues.

“Our team is dedicated to providing an exceptional level of expertise to customers from around the nation to obtain the surety bonds they need. The partnership with AssuredPartners will continue to allow us to sustain growth and provide world-class customer service to our clients,” said John Page.

“At Surety1, we believe in cultivating relationships with respect, care and understanding,” stated Ryan Tash. “Partnering with a national broker will allow us to remain an innovative leader and provide expert advice and resources to our clients. We look forward to our future with AssuredPartners.”

“Specializing in surety bonds, the Surety1 team is a great addition to AssuredPartners,” said Western Region President Randy Larsen. “We share the belief in providing customized solutions to our clients through prioritized customer service. We are pleased to have the clients and team members of Surety1 join our team.”

“Surety1 is a great addition to our California marketplace,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley. “We are thrilled to add a dedicated team of surety bond professionals who provide the highest quality of service. We welcome the dedicated staff and clients to AssuredPartners.”

For more information on Surety Solutions Insurance Services, Inc., Inc. please visit: https://surety1.com and https://bonds4customs.com.

ABOUT ASSUREDPARTNERS, INC

Headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida and led by Jim Henderson and Tom Riley, AssuredPartners, Inc. acquires and invests in insurance brokerage businesses (property and casualty, employee benefits, surety and MGU’s) across the United States and in London. From its founding in March of 2011, AssuredPartners has grown to over $1.3 billion in annualized revenue and continues to be one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage firms in the United States with over 180 offices in 30 states and London. For more information, please contact Dean Curtis, CFO, at 407.708.0031 or dean.curtis@assuredpartners.com, or visit http://www.assuredpartners.com.

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Business: Executives

Weaver’s After Thanksgiving Day Sale Kicks Off Christmas Shopping Season

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All jewelry mirrors and armoires, such as the Split Queen Anne Jewelry Armoire, are available at 20% off during the After Thanksgiving Day Sale.

Huge savings off clearance items, jewelry armoires plus all items storewide and a chance to win a $500 gift card highlight Weaver Furniture’s After Thanksgiving Day Sale, Nov. 29-30 & Dec. 2.


SHIPSHEWANA, Indiana (PRWEB)

Christmas furniture shopping kicks off with a bang on Black Friday, as Weaver Furniture Sales of Shipshewana, Indiana, hosts a massive After Thanksgiving Day Sale. The sale takes place Nov. 29, Nov. 30 and Dec. 2, 2019, at Weaver Furniture Sales’ 15,000 square foot megastore in Shipshewana, Indiana.

The sale kicks off with huge Black-Friday-only deals. They include savings of up to 65 percent off all clearance items. Also, shoppers can get accessories at 50 percent off. With the purchase of one accessory, customers can get a second accessory at half price. Accessories include wall art, other wall items, table-top pieces and lamps.

What’s more, a free mattress protector is available with the purchase of a mattress set. Also, jewelry armoires and jewelry mirrors are available at 20 percent off.

Weaver is also offering savings of 15 percent off all items in the store not otherwise earmarked for sale. This means furniture enthusiasts can shop thousands of items across Weaver’s 15,000 square foot showroom. So customers who have been wanting to purchase jewelry furniture, accessories or other pieces of solid hardwood furniture for Christmas are urged to do so now. Because these savings are available for just a few days!

Customers who visit Weaver Furniture Sales during the sale can enter to win gift cards worth up to $500 in Weaver’s Christmas Drawing. Entrants must be 18 years of age or order and must register in person. However, one does not need to be present to win.

Weaver Furniture Sales is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. The store is closed on Sunday.

The 15,000 square foot Weaver Furniture Sales is located 1/4 mile south and 1/4 mile east of the junction of State Road 5 and US 20 in Shipshewana, Indiana. So the store is easy to find. Also, you’ll see thousands of items to choose from. What’s more, you can take your furniture with you. Or, we can deliver.

More information about Weaver Furniture Sales is available at their http://www.weaverfurnituresales.com or by calling 260-768-7730.

About Weaver Furniture Sales

Weaver Furniture Sales was established in 1989 in Shipshewana, Indiana. An Amish, family-owned furniture business, Weaver offers a full line of solid wood, Amish furniture at affordable prices. And Weaver caters to both residential and commercial customers. The company features Shaker, Mission and Traditional furniture styles. As part of their client services, Weaver provides furniture design consultation services, custom furniture options, furniture quotes, layaway options and various delivery alternatives for residences and businesses in the United States.

LeRoy and Ida Weaver own and operate Weaver Furniture Sales. They began with a 1,500 square foot showroom, which has been expanded to more than 15,000 square feet. Previously, they owned and managed LeWana Dairy Farm, where they milked cows and raised corn and hay.

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Report on Academic Progress Is a Worthwhile Conversation Starter

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BOULDER, Colo. (PRWEB)

The Fordham Institute recently released a report highlighting the academic progress of Black and Hispanic groups over the past two decades at the elementary school level on the NAEP exam. From this, the report offers the major claim, based on its author’s eyeball test, that the academic progress of students of color is attributable “mostly” to poverty reduction. The report, however, also acknowledges that correlation is not causation and calls for systematic statistical analysis to test the author’s proposition.

Professor Jaekyung Lee of the University at Buffalo, SUNY, reviewed Fewer Children Left Behind: Lessons From the Dramatic Achievement Gains of the 1990s and 2000s, examining the validity of the report’s arguments around progress and causes. He looks to expanded data sources, including both family income and school expenditures.

Professor Lee notes the uneven patterns of achievement among grade levels and refutes the report’s claim that flat achievement trends among 12th graders are a result of dropout reductions. His analysis of additional data suggests that poverty reduction has indeed been important, as has increased school funding. Further, he raises critical questions about national progress towards both excellence and equity.

Overall, Lee concludes that the report helpfully brings attention to the significant academic progress of Black and Hispanic students over the past two decades, although it is incorrect to downplay the persisting racial gaps or the phenomenon of the high school slump.

Find the review, by Jaekyung Lee, at:

http://nepc.colorado.edu/thinktank/achievement

Find Fewer Children Left Behind: Lessons From the Dramatic Achievement Gains of the 1990s and 2000s, written by Michael J. Petrilli and published by the Fordham Institute, at:

https://fordhaminstitute.org/national/research/fewer-children-left-behind

NEPC Reviews (http://thinktankreview.org) provide the public, policymakers, and the press with timely, academically sound reviews of selected publications. NEPC Reviews are made possible in part by support provided by the Great Lakes Center for Education Research and Practice: http://www.greatlakescenter.org

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC), a university research center housed at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education, produces and disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research to inform education policy discussions. Visit us at: https://nepc.colorado.edu

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Technology: Computer

Gemini Exchange and IRA Financial Launch New Digital Solution for Buying Crypto

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Gemini Exchange releases digital solution for crypto investors

Gemini Exchange releases digital solution for crypto investors

It is our strong belief that the best and safest way to purchase Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency with IRA funds is with our digital solution


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

The fastest growing provider of self-directed retirement plans, IRA Financial, has combined with Gemini Exchange, a leading digital currency exchange and custodian, to allow investors to make cryptocurrency investments directly through the IRA Financial digital retirement app. Investors will be able to buy and sell cryptocurrency without the need of an LLC (Limited Liability Company) or third-party broker-firm. IRA Financial is the first self-directed IRA custodian to do this.

The launch of both company’s digital solution will allow investors to purchase Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency directly via a cryptocurrency exchange without the need for a third-party broker or the use of an LLC. This will bring the cost of investors’ crypto transactions down significantly, as the Individual Retirement Account (IRA) will be opened directly with Gemini Exchange in the name of the IRA. As a result, the investor can trade cryptocurrency with a charge of one percent, far less than the cost associated with a third-party broker.

More importantly, investors can trust Gemini as the licensed and qualified custodian of their cryptocurrency private key.

“It is our strong belief that the best and safest way to purchase Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency with IRA funds is with our digital solution,” said Adam Bergman, President of IRA Financial (IRA Financial Group & IRA Financial Trust Company). “Investors can perform transactions any time and have complete control over their cryptocurrency.”

Investors will also have control over their private keys, a secret number that allows users to access and spend Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency. The private key is also designed to prevent theft and illegal access to crypto funds.

“Our new digital Bitcoin solution will do for IRA cryptocurrency investments what online brokers did for equities,” stated Bergman.

Adam Bergman is a leading voice in the self-directed retirement industry, and the author of seven books on the subject. He launched IRA Financial Trust, a Self-Directed IRA custodian, in 2015 after recognizing that most IRA custodians lacked the requisite expertise and tax knowledge to correctly advise clients, and applied no emphasis on the importance of technology.

For more information on IRA Financial, visit their website at https://www.irafinancialgroup.com/ or call 800-472-0646 .

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