Everyone at Alera Group is incredibly proud of Tony and his commitment and dedication to the industry, his clients, and the community. He is truly deserving of this award.

DEERFIELD, Ill. and WASHINGTON, D.C. (PRWEB)
September 16, 2019

Alera Group, a leading national insurance firm, is pleased to announce that Tony Lee, Managing Partner for Dickerson Insurance Services, an Alera Group Company, has been selected by the Board of the National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) to receive the 2019 Agent/Broker Leadership Award.

The Agent/Broker Leadership Excellence Award recognizes an African-American insurance agent or broker who has demonstrated business success, significant and positive impact upon the industry and the community served.

“Speaking not just for myself but on behalf of the entire Alera Group family, we are incredibly proud of Tony and his commitment and dedication to the industry, his clients, and the community,” said Alan Levitz, CEO of Alera Group. “He is truly deserving of this award.”

Lee has been with Dickerson Insurance Services since 1997. Before its acquisition by Alera Group, Dickerson was the largest African-American owned brokerage firm in the U.S. Serving as CEO since 2004, Lee, with his partners Carl Dickerson and Michael Wolff grew the firm from $10 million to more than $30 million. Lee was pioneer in the adoption of telemedicine and the telehealth industry before it became a common benefit offered by health carriers.

Under his leadership, Dickerson has assembled one of the most diverse firms in the nation. Eight languages are spoken by Dickerson staff and that is by Lee’s design. His extensive impact also includes training and development of talented young professionals who continue to enjoy outstanding careers.

He also makes a point to give back to the community, in big ways. Lee developed California’s longest running and largest charter school trust – CharterLIFE and built and designed the California Schools JPA School Private Exchange. He is also involved in the LA Urban League Board, St Joseph Center for the Homeless Board, and Diversity and Inclusion Task Force for the Cannibis Trade Federation.

The awards were presented during NAAIA’s 2019 National Conference & Empowerment Summit in Atlanta, GA which ran from September 11-13th at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel.

Full biographies of the 2019 award recipients can be found at https://www.naaia.org/lifetime-achievement-recipients-1


About NAAIA

The National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) was organized to create a network among people of color and others employed in or affiliated with the insurance industry. The association currently has 15 chapters, with 2 others in development. NAAIA is dedicated to empowering African American insurance professionals currently in the industry as well as celebrating their accomplishments. NAAIA is also committed to attracting talented individuals to the insurance industry. Through our work and affiliation with other organizations we are dedicated to increasing the awareness of opportunities and the attractiveness of careers in the insurance industry.

For more information about NAAIA’s upcoming National Conference & Empowerment Summit visit their website http://www.naaia.org or contact The NAAIA at (866) 56 NAAIA.

About Alera Group

Based in Deerfield, IL, Alera Group’s 1,700-plus employees serve thousands of clients nationally in employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management. Alera Group is the 15th largest privately held firm in the country. For more information, visit http://www.aleragroup.com or follow Alera Group on Twitter: @AleraGroupUS.

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SUNRISE, Fla. (PRWEB)
September 16, 2019

Interim HealthCare Inc., a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing, is participating in the Home Health Care News (HHCN) Summit in Chicago on September 18. The HHCN Summit brings together thought leaders from home care and the greater healthcare industry to discuss the latest trends in home health. Jennifer Sheets, president and CEO of Interim HealthCare Inc. and Caring Brands International, is featured in the “Home Care C-Suite Panel” discussion.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 18, 2019; 9:30-10:15 a.m. CT

WHERE: Convene: 16 West Adams St., Chicago, IL

WHAT: “Home Care C-Suite Panel”

Industry executives will discuss why home care is moving toward integrating social determinants of health and specialized programs into home care delivery. Sheets and her fellow panelists will also share predications for the industry.

WHO: Jennifer Sheets, President and CEO of Caring Brands International and Interim HealthCare Inc.

Jennifer Sheets has 20 years of healthcare management experience in home health and hospital settings, serving in senior leadership roles accountable for overall operations, innovation, growth and acquisition strategy, quality, clinical care models, and population health. She is also on the Board for Home Healthcare Leadership Advisory – The Lincoln Group, the American Lung Association, and is a member of the Partnership for Medicaid Home-Based Care. Sheets began her career as a trauma and transplant ICU nurse, advancing to chief executive roles in both the hospital and home health sectors. Her career has been dedicated to impacting the delivery of healthcare to ensure people have access to the highest quality, most-efficient levels of care they deserve.

To learn more about the HHCN Summit and Jennifer’s panel, please visit here.

About Interim HealthCare Inc.

Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International, which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries, Caring Brands International is a global healthcare leader.

Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit http://www.interimhealthcare.com.

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We are happy to have Jon lead our efforts to assist organizations, not only to help them respond appropriately to negative events; but more importantly, to create the systems, protocols and internal culture necessary for them to reduce the likelihood and impact of criminal activity of all types.

Purcellville, VA (PRWEB)
September 16, 2019

Enterprise risk management company, Lowers Risk Group, today announces the appointment of Jon Groussman, an experienced and recognized authority on corporate security management, as Executive Vice President, Consulting Practice. In this role, Groussman will lead Lowers Risk Group’s new consulting practice to provide a broad range of crime-related consulting, expert witness, and litigation support services for companies and their security and risk management leaders, and legal counsel.

Over the past two decades, Groussman has conducted thousands of site security assessments across several industries, and has consulted on more than 700 civil cases involving premises liability or inadequate security. He has also created educational programs for scores of companies and trade associations on crime-related topics, ranging from workplace violence and employment screening, to criminal incidence response.

Most recently, Mr. Groussman served as President and Chief Operating Officer of CAP Index, the nation’s leading provider of crime risk data. His extensive professional background also includes positions as Vice President and Principal Consultant at Boston-based Liability Consultants; as a loss prevention investigator for two leading retail companies; as an internal affairs investigator for U.S. Department of Treasury; and as an investigator for the U.S. Department of Justice. He has also served as an adjunct professor at Northeastern University’s College of Criminal Justice.

According to Mark Lowers, President and CEO of Lowers Risk Group, “Crime risk is much more than a balance sheet issue. It has a significant impact on public safety, brand reputation, customer loyalty, employee recruitment, and a company’s overall valuation. We are happy to have Jon lead our efforts to assist organizations, not only to help them respond appropriately to negative events; but more importantly, to create the systems, protocols and internal culture necessary for them to reduce the likelihood and impact of criminal activity of all types.”

Mr. Groussman holds a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University, and a J.D. degree from Suffolk University Law School. He is a member of numerous professional organizations, and formerly served as Educational Program Chairman for the Boston Chapter of the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS). His work has been published in several respected industry journals, including Loss Prevention Magazine, Security Magazine, Security Director News and Security Management.

In addition, Mr. Groussman has presented more than 100 professional seminars and training programs on security-related topics for organizations including the American Banking Association (ABA), the National Retail Federation (NRF), the Loss Prevention Institute (LPI), the National Restaurant Association (NRA), the Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS), the Food Market Institute (FMI), and the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC).

To contact Jon Groussman at Lowers Risk Group, call (540) 338-7151.

To learn more about Lowers Risk Group visit lowersriskgroup.com.

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Unitek College is one of California’s reputable healthcare and nursing colleges. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach the clinical technique and theory used in the field today.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program will provide graduates with a coveted degree in the healthcare industry.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif, (PRWEB)
September 16, 2019

In 2017, Unitek College added a seventh campus with the acquisition of Southern California Medical College in Bakersfield, California. The campus has grown immensely over the past two years. In September, Unitek received nursing-board approval to expand their BSN program to the Bakersfield community. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program will provide graduates with a coveted degree in the healthcare industry.

Doors open for nurses equipped with a BSN degree. Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) often pursue this degree to further their education and take the next step in their careers. While a bachelor’s degree isn’t a requirement for RNs, BSN-trained nurses generally receive higher salaries, management positions, and leadership roles. A BSN degree can make a significant difference in the life and career of a healthcare professional.

“Unitek chose Bakersfield because the city is located in San Joaquin Valley (SJV), and studies have shown that SJV is one of the fastest growing, poorest, and least healthy regions of California,” said Dr. Abdel Yosef, Chief Academic Officer at Unitek Learning. “Furthermore, 31.3% of RNs in San Joaquin Valley are above the age of 55, which is a contributing factor to workforce shortage projections published by the Healthforce Center at UC San Francisco.”

Now aspiring nurses in Bakersfield will have the opportunity to earn their BSN degree at Unitek. Not only will they gain invaluable skills, but they’ll benefit from the convenience of completing some of their required courses online. Other benefits include experienced instructors, NCLEX-RN test preparation services, and employment support. Through the BSN program, students will train to work in a variety of healthcare settings, such as: complex and critical care, acute care, long-term care, community health nursing, and home health.

“We are thrilled to offer the BSN program at our Bakersfield Campus,” said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek College. “This is a big step forward for Unitek as we continue to educate the next generation of nurses. In extending our reach, we hope to better the communities around us through the advancement of education and healthcare.”

Unitek College is one of California’s reputable healthcare and nursing colleges. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach the clinical technique and theory used in the field today. Equipped with a multitude of sought-after skills, Unitek graduates are prepared to excel in many of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare and nursing.

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“Being surrounded by a large cadre of highly dedicated volunteers and staff ensures the ongoing success of ASCP as we prepare ourselves to enter the next century of service to our colleagues and our patients.”Gene P. Siegal, MD, PhD, FASCPASCP President

CHICAGO (PRWEB)
September 15, 2019

Gene P. Siegal, MD, PhD, FASCP, was installed today as the 2019-2020 President of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) during the Society’s Annual Meeting held September 11-13 in Phoenix.    

A distinguished educator, Dr. Siegal is the Robert W. Mowry Endowed Professor of Pathology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Executive Vice-Chair of Pathology at UAB Medicine, in Birmingham, Alabama. Since January 2018, he has also served as the Interim Chair of the Department of Genetics at UAB. He is an experimental and diagnostic pathologist whose research interest, for over three decades, has been focused on cancer biology. His clinical research interests have centered on studies of bone tumors and related conditions, a field in which he is a recognized world authority.

Among multiple honor societies, Dr. Siegal is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, London and Phi Beta Delta, Honor Society for International Scholars. He has just completed a six-year term on the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association Board of Directors and currently serves on the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society and Educational Foundation Board of Trustees. He has published more than 700 peer-reviewed manuscripts, book chapters, abstracts and other professional writings, along with nine books. He is the former Senior Associate Editor of The American Journal of Pathology and is one of the Section Editors for Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology for the Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, in addition to being the current Editor-in-Chief of Laboratory Investigation.

Dr. Siegal notes, “Being surrounded by a large cadre of highly dedicated volunteers and staff ensures the ongoing success of ASCP as we prepare ourselves to enter the next century of service to our colleagues and our patients.”

A longtime volunteer with ASCP, he most recently served as Chair of the Commission on Science, Technology and Policy, and served on the Finance Committee and the ASCP Board of Directors. Among his many other volunteer activities with ASCP, Dr. Siegal is a former member of the ASCP Annual Meeting Education Committee, the Commission on Membership and former Chair of the Fellow Council. A frequent contributor to the educational activities of the Society, Dr. Siegal previously presented the Arthur Purdy Stout Lecture for Pathologists and the Anatomic Pathology Slide Seminar on bone tumors at the Annual Meeting.

Dr. Siegal completed medical school at the University of Louisville, in Louisville, Kentucky, his residency at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, Minnesota, and a PhD at the University of Minnesota, in Minneapolis. He completed fellowships at Mayo, the University of Minnesota and at the National Cancer Institute, the National Institutes of Health, in Bethesda, MD.

About ASCP

Founded in 1922 in Chicago, ASCP is the world’s largest professional membership organization for pathologists and laboratory professionals. ASCP provides excellence in education, certification, and advocacy on behalf of patients, anatomic and clinical pathologists, and medical laboratory professionals. To learn more, visit http://www.ascp.org. Follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/ascp_chicago and connect with us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ASCP.Chicago.

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As our flagship sporting event that has supported Shriners Hospitals for Children for nearly 100 years, we are proud to announce the name change to East-West Shrine Bowl going forward.

TAMPA, Fla. (PRWEB)
September 12, 2019

The nation’s longest-running college football all-star game announced a name change today: The 2020 game will be known as the East-West Shrine Bowl™ when it is played on January 18 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Formerly called the East-West Shrine Game, the event has been played since 1925 to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children® and its mission to provide advanced care for children with specialized medical needs.

Among the hundreds of notable college all-stars who have played in the East-West Shrine Bowl and gone on to illustrious NFL careers are Tom Brady, Walter Payton, Brett Favre, Gale Sayers, John Elway, Dick Butkus, Roger Staubach, Mike Ditka, Mark Brunell, Troy Vincent and Willie McGinest.

In any given season, approximately 300 East-West Shrine Bowl alumni are on NFL rosters, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame has inducted 77 former players from the game.

“As our flagship sporting event that has supported Shriners Hospitals for Children for nearly 100 years, we are proud to announce the name change to East-West Shrine Bowl going forward,” said Jeffrey L. Sowder, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shriners Hospitals for Children. “Through efforts like this event and others, we have been able to treat and help more than 1.4 million children since 1922, regardless of the families’ ability to pay.”

The week’s festivities, which culminate in the players’ visit to Shriners Healthcare for Children – Florida, allow the top college senior football players the opportunity to showcase their talent to NFL scouts and a national television audience on the NFL Network.

About the East-West Shrine Bowl

The East-West Shrine Bowl™ is the premier college all-star football game in the nation. Since 1925, the game has benefited Shriners Hospitals for Children and its mission to provide advanced care for children with specialized medical needs, in a compassionate, family-centered environment.

With more than 300 NFL scouts, coaches and agents in attendance, the East-West Shrine Bowl is a pivotal training and interview event for top college athletes seeking careers in professional football. For more information, please visit shrinebowl.com.

About Shriners Hospitals for Children

Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education. Our locations in the United States, Canada and Mexico provide advanced care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the families’ ability to pay.

Shriners Hospitals for Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and relies on the generosity of donors. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. For more information, please visit shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.

Contact:

Mel Bower, Shriners Hospitals for Children

813-281-8643

mbower@shrinenet.org

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