Hospitals and Nursing

NCH Helps Individuals and Families Plan for Important Healthcare Decisions

Author: Northwest Community Healthcare
Dateline: Arlington Heights, Illinois (ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill.)  | Fri, 30 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) in Arlington Heights is holding a free seminar to provide individuals with guidance and resources for expressing their healthcare wishes before an unexpected medical circumstance occurs. Join the Reverend Gwynne Wright of NCH's Spiritual Care Services from 10-11 a.m. on Monday, April 16, in the hospital auditorium at 800 W. Central Road in Arlington Heights, as she leads 'Making Healthcare Decisions Work for You and Your Family.'”



A R T I C L E:

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) in Arlington Heights is holding a free seminar to provide individuals with guidance and resources for expressing their healthcare wishes before an unexpected medical circumstance occurs. Join the Reverend Gwynne Wright of NCH's Spiritual Care Services from 10 - 11 a.m. on Monday, April 16, in the hospital auditorium at 800 W. Central Road in Arlington Heights, as she leads "Making Healthcare Decisions Work for You and Your Family."

When life brings an unpredictable illness or a serious injury, the accompanying physical and emotional challenges can be overwhelming. There are treatment options to consider, doctor appointments to schedule, and financial questions to address. The burden to make these decisions can affect loved ones, too.

At the seminar NCH experts as well as specialists from Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter will review care options for complex illnesses, explain how to prepare an advance directive and discuss patients' healthcare rights and legal options.

"Although this may be a difficult topic to discuss, it's important to share your healthcare wishes with family and loved ones before a medical crisis takes place," said Karen Colby, director of Palliative Care at NCH. "Having advance directives already in place will ensure your personal healthcare preferences are followed, even if you are too sick to make decisions. Establishing a plan and making your wishes known will lessen the burdens and stress placed on loved ones."

Following the program, NCH chaplains and social workers will be available to assist attendees with completing their healthcare decisions forms. To register for this free seminar and to schedule a private consultation, call HealthConnection today at 847.618.4YOU (4968), or visit http://www.nch.org .

About Northwest Community Healthcare:

Northwest Community Healthcare (www.nch.org) includes a 496-bed hospital in Arlington Heights that serves approximately 30,000 inpatients and 350,000 outpatients each year, as well as the Busse Center for Specialty Medicine, Day Surgery Center, Home Care, Mobile Dental Clinic, Wellness Center, Youth Center, NCH Medical Group and four immediate care centers in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.

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Reports and Studies

Telcos and CableCo Small Business Units Poised to Take a Revenue Hit, Predicts Insight Research Corp.

Author: Insight Research Corporation
Dateline: Mountain Lakes, New Jersey (MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J.)  | Fri, 30 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Over the next five years, all of the major U.S. telcos and cable TV MSOs are expected to lose small business customers to a new crop of hosted service providers that will offer PBX-like voice services at lower reoccurring costs and with minimal site equipment expense, according to a new market research study from The Insight Research Corporation.”



A R T I C L E:

Over the next five years, all of the major U.S. telcos and cable TV MSOs are expected to lose small business customers to a new crop of hosted service providers that will offer PBX-like voice services at lower reoccurring costs and with minimal site equipment expense, according to a new market research study from The Insight Research Corporation.

Insight Research's market analysis study, "VoIP and the SME: CableCos, Telcos, and the Rise of Hosted Service Models, 2011-2016" points out that the advent of VoIP PBX business telephone technology and the nearly universal availability of broadband services has enabled a variety of upstart hosted service providers such as 8x8, Aptela, Fonality, and Nextiva to target the small business market.

These emerging companies are providing virtual PBX/VoIP services with enhanced features into the hotly contested lower end of the business segment-and they are doing it in ways that more competitive in terms of functionality, productivity, and pricing than the service bundles being provided by either the telcos or the MSOs.

"There are more than forty million lines in the small business segment of the market now up for grabs, so we are not talking about chump change," says Robert Rosenberg, Insight Research president. "Our study suggests that thus far, small businesses haven't quite latched on to this new technology so the revenue today is only in the range of one-half billion dollars, but by 2015 hosted services will be nearly a $1.2 billion market and the adoption rate of the hosted services by small businesses will continue increasing at a faster rate," Rosenberg concluded.

"VoIP and the SME: CableCos, Telcos, and the Rise of Hosted Service Models, 2011-2016" segments adoption by 20 vertical industries and provides revenue estimates for each. Potential small business line losses are estimated for telcos AT&T, CenturyLink, Cincinnati Bell, Fairpoint, Frontier, TDS, Verizon, and Windstream as well as for MSOs Bright House, CableOne, Cablevision, Charter, Comcast, Cox, Mediacom, SuddenLink, Time Warner, and WOW Telecom.

An excerpt of this enterprise telecommunications services market research report, table of contents, and ordering information are online http://www.insight-corp.com/reports/voip12.asp . This 123-page report is available immediately in Electronic (PDF) format and can be ordered online for $4,695 - or call 973-541-9600 for details.

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Business, Facilities and Building Maintenance, Real Estate

Professional Community Management of California Inc. to Manage Tuscany Hills in Lake Elsinore

Author: Professional Community Management of California, Inc.
Dateline: Lake Elsinore, California (LAKE ELSINORE, Calif.)  | Thu, 29 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) was selected by the home owners association board of directors to manage Tuscany Hills, a master-planned community located in Lake Elsinore, California. The master-planned community is comprised of 1,148 single-family homes, pools, clubhouse, playgrounds and sports fields as well as Tuscany Hills Elementary School.”



A R T I C L E:

Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) was selected by the home owners association board of directors to manage Tuscany Hills, a master-planned community located in Lake Elsinore, California. The master-planned community is comprised of 1,148 single-family homes, pools, clubhouse, playgrounds and sports fields as well as Tuscany Hills Elementary School.

"Tuscany Hills is a growing community for families who live and work in Lake Elsinore and the surrounding cities," said Donny Disbro, Chief Executive Officer of PCM. "By including our family of award-winning staff, residents will benefit from their enthusiasm and expertise to maintain and strengthen the reputation of Tuscany Hills."

As the property management company, PCM serves as an agent to the Association's Board of Directors providing budget guidance, communicating with the Board and residents, coordinating projects of interest, and managing vendors for landscaping and recreational staff.

"I am proud to be part of the PCM family," said Lesa Miller, Community Manager at Tuscany Hills. "They have the tools and resources to help us provide the excellent service that our busy families need to make the most of our beautiful community."

About Professional Community Management of California, Inc.:

Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM), an Associa company, specializes in the management of Common Interest Developments of homeowner associations for family oriented master-planned developments, resort-style master-planned communities, active-adult master-planned communities, condominium associations and boutique communities throughout Southern California and Southern Nevada.

With headquarters in Lake Forest, Calif., PCM and its companies employ a staff of more than 1,500 people. PCM has offices in serving all of Southern California and Southern Nevada and is recognized by the Multi Housing Council as one of the county's largest managers of common interest developments. Management services by PCM are backed by state-of-the art Internet technology and comprehensive financial and management systems. For additional information, please contact PCM at 800.369.7260 or at www.pcminternet.com .

About Associa:

Building successful communities for more than 30 years, Associa is North America's largest community association management firm and serves its clients with local knowledge, national resources and comprehensive expertise. Based in Dallas, Associa and its 8,000 employees operate more than 150 branch offices in the United States, Mexico and Canada. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com and www.associacares.com .

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Fashion, Jewelry and Diamond

Whiteflash Launches Ideal Cut Princess Diamond Promotion

Author: Whiteflash Inc.
Dateline: Houston, Texas (HOUSTON, Texas)  | Thu, 29 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Whiteflash Inc. announced today the launch of a new sweepstakes to create awareness for their A CUT ABOVE(R) Princess line of certified ideal diamonds. Through their Facebook Fan Page participants will be asked to vote on two popular items; A half carat A CUT ABOVE Princess pendant vs. a half carat total weight pair of A CUT ABOVE Princess earrings.”



A R T I C L E:

Whiteflash Inc. announced today the launch of a new sweepstakes to create awareness for their A CUT ABOVE(R) Princess line of certified ideal diamonds. Through their Facebook Fan Page participants will be asked to vote on two popular items; A half carat A CUT ABOVE Princess pendant vs. a half carat total weight pair of A CUT ABOVE Princess earrings. Simply by voting participants will be entered to win one of these fabulous diamond jewelry pieces.

Best known for their A CUT ABOVE(R) Hearts and Arrows Round Diamonds, Whiteflash has also developed one of the finest inventories of AGS certified Ideal princess cut diamonds of any retail jeweler in the world, including the A CUT ABOVE(R) Princess super ideal. By virtue of immaculate cut craftsmanship these diamonds exhibit light performance at the very top of the scale delivering optimal fire, brilliance and sparkle.

Entry in the Princess Sweepstakes is open to anyone and can be accessed through a link on the Whiteflash.com website or by going directly to the Whiteflash.com Facebook page. Simply click on your favorite of the two designs and you are in the drawing!

The Princess Sweepstakes runs through the Diamond Month of April. The drawing will be held and winner announced in the first week of May, 2012.

The tremendous popularity of the Whiteflash "Give it the Yes Vote and Win" series on Facebook was highlighted last month by Michelle Mastas who was so thrilled upon winning a fine diamond and pink topaz ring that she had the Whiteflash logo tattooed on her lower leg. Contestants are not required to go that far in showing their appreciation! While most customers simply post online reviews and testimonials to express their satisfaction, Whiteflash was quite honored by Michelle's special show of support.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a full scale manufacturing jeweler specializing in Ideal Cut Diamonds and Engagement Rings. All in-house diamonds include an extensive benefit package including a 100 percent lifetime trade up benefit. A strong team of GIA trained gemologists and accredited jewelry professionals work directly with each individual client. Local customers are welcomed in their Houston, Texas showroom.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient and secure environment.

Whiteflash is the first retail jeweler in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management. For more information, log on to http://www.Whiteflash.com .

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Product Launches, Telecommunications and VoIP

Telovations Launches VocalQ – Receives Rave Reviews at Enterprise Connect

Author: Telovations Inc.
Dateline: Tampa, Florida (TAMPA, Fla.)  | Thu, 29 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Telovations Inc., a next generation Communications Company, announced today its latest product innovation, VocalQ(SM), a hosted recording and analytics platform. VocalQ measures your company's communication intelligence and allows you to discover the true conversations that are happening within your business.”



A R T I C L E:

Telovations Inc., a next generation Communications Company, announced today its latest product innovation, VocalQ(SM), a hosted recording and analytics platform. VocalQ measures your company's communication intelligence and allows you to discover the true conversations that are happening within your business.

Currently, many businesses measure quantitative call data like; how many calls were received, how many calls were abandoned, how many rings it takes to answer an inbound call, etc. This data only answers "what" communication is happening within your business. VocalQ measures the context and content of your communications.

In addition to measuring quantitative and descriptive data, VocalQ goes a step further by recording and alerting on the quality of interactions. With VocalQ, calls are sampled with call recording and the dialog is benchmarked. Things like customers having to repeat themselves and correct responses to questions can be measured. In addition, the recorded conversations can be compared against customer surveys so supervisors can discover why an interaction went well or went awry. Through this product, a qualitative score on calls can be calculated and the highest scored calls can later be used for customer service training.

Another benefit of VocalQ is the ability to take immediate action on "voice alerts." Supervisors can identify words and phrases in conversations that are known to be critical. Phrases such as "system outage" or "I am down" can be used to trigger messages to supervisors who can then automatically put additional customer service agents into a queue. This results in the ability to address problems immediately and improve the processes and procedures that directly impact the quality of service provided to customers.

"Speech recognition and analysis has come a long way in the last decade and the technology is poised to accelerate in the next. The day is not too far off when speech recognition and analytics will morph from improving customer interactions to being the customer interaction," said Mark Swanson, Telovations' CEO. "Once we understand what a positive experience looks like, we can model that experience to efficiently create intuitive speech-enabled dialogs that automate many of today's routine interactions and ultimately provide a better customer experience."

"When presenting live demonstrations at the recent Enterprise Connect show in Orlando, Fla., we heard common reactions around the value of speech-enabled automation. Moving from paper contracts to 'voice contracts' was one example of how a company can utilize this product. Some other examples were, being alerted when callers mentioned a specific promotion that is being offered and also on-demand recording for important sales calls when on the road," says Marc Tribbe, director of product development for Telovations. "The power of voice has now been taken to an entirely new level, allowing business to discover the truth within their communication interactions."

Telovations is offering a free trial of VocalQ for the next 90 days. For more information, please visit http://www.telovations.com/vocalq .

About Telovations:

Based in Tampa, Fla., Telovations is a next-generation managed service provider pioneering the delivery of business communications in a Software-as-a-Service model referred to as "Communications-as-a-Service" or CaaS. CaaS from Telovations enables businesses to deploy communications devices and applications on a pay-as-you-go, as-needed basis thus eliminating the need for capital investment and ongoing overhead. Offering the latest communications technology coupled with a Quality of Service guarantee, Telovations provides businesses both flexibility and scalability that they might not otherwise afford. Telovations' services offer a compelling alternative to traditional telecommunication services. For additional information about Telovations' communication and collaboration solutions please visit www.telovations.com or call 1-877-934-6668.

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Offbeat, Women's Interests

Virgin Mary in Bondage Causes Stir with Community in Women’s Rights Protest

Author: Cory Allen Contemporary Art
Dateline: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.)  | Thu, 29 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA) announces that artist and feminist Marilyn Artus is introducing her new portrait of the Virgin Mary in attempt to protest the continued infringement of women's rights by the Catholic Church and the many prominent conservatives. The portrait of the Virgin Mary will be on tour though many galleries and events; kicking off the tour with the AKA Gallery in Oklahoma City, Okla., April 6, 2012.”



A R T I C L E:

Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA) announces that artist and feminist Marilyn Artus is introducing her new portrait of the Virgin Mary in attempt to protest the continued infringement of women's rights by the Catholic Church and the many prominent conservatives. The portrait of the Virgin Mary will be on tour though many galleries and events; kicking off the tour with the AKA Gallery in Oklahoma City, Okla., April 6, 2012.

"The Lady of Nazareth Chose to Play Along," depicts the Virgin Mary, with Pope John the XXIII looking on, partially nude in provocative black panty hose and heels, but denied free will by bondage restraints that have her arms crossed and pinned. Her hands, sticking out passed curved hips, embrace the traditional aged crucifix and a wire hanger that represents the many brutal back-alley abortions that have been the unfortunate result of denied contraceptive practice.

"My image shows solidarity for the Virgin Mary, not blasphemy. I feel that as a woman she has been the submissive victim of male dominated Catholic hierarchy," said artist Marilyn Artus. "But, I've already been met with a certain amount of anger with requests to not show the image coming from some of my friends and relatives who belong to the Conservative Right."

Prominently placed over her private area is a scarlet F, marking the Catholic Church's questionable area of focus in regard to their stances on birth control and abortion.

Lifelong congregation member Jeff Hamilton of Saint John the Baptist in the Oklahoma City area is not against the protest art. "It seems kind of sacrilegious to depict the Virginal Mother that way, but the church uses art for its message and this happens to be a case where an artist uses art to create an image the church wouldn't agree with," said Hamilton, adding, "As an adoptee, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't feel grateful to be here, but I support the artist's right to protest the Catholic stance on birth control."

The artist's camp is expecting more contentious voices to emerge against the work that is set for display throughout the month. "The artist isn't trying to anger anyone. She is simply saying the Catholic ban against modern contraception was put into place by a Pope, and it can be lifted by a Pope," said spokesman Cory Allen.

Marilyn Artus's past work includes "Our Lady of the Anti-Personnel Weapon and Her Stepford Friends." The work depicting clashing conservative ideologies featured the religious icon wielding a knife and a hand grenade and was covered by the mainstream media in 2010.

The Virgin Mary portrait will be on a tour from coast to coast in the United States before going international. It will first publicly appear next Friday, April 6th, at AKA Gallery Oklahoma City, Okla., before heading to other galleries and festivals.

For more info, contact Cory Allen at 323-393-3115 or visit http://www.cacanet.com .

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Banking and Finance, Real Estate

United Wholesale Mortgage Expands Product Profile to Include USDA Loans

Author: United Wholesale Mortgage
Dateline: Birmingham, Michigan (BIRMINGHAM, Mich.)  | Thu, 29 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a national wholesale mortgage lender operating in 47 states, announced the addition of USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) loans to enhance its existing government platform of FHA and VA loan programs. UWM is currently recognized throughout the broker community as a top government lender and one of the largest-producing wholesale lenders in the country.”



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United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a national wholesale mortgage lender operating in 47 states, announced the addition of USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) loans to enhance its existing government platform of FHA and VA loan programs. UWM is currently recognized throughout the broker community as a top government lender and one of the largest-producing wholesale lenders in the country.

"Adding USDA to our portfolio of products gives our brokers the ability to expand their client base and capture more market share," said Mat Ishbia, president of UWM. "Our goal is to help brokers grow and maintain their business by providing them with a wide array of products and cutting edge technology. We want brokers across the country to think of UWM as their one-stop shop for success."

UWM attributes their purchase volume growth to their understanding of the importance of hitting purchase contract dates for mortgage originators, borrowers and real estate agents. UWM is considered one of the best lenders in the country when it comes to purchase business, and by now offering USDA loans, UWM is giving brokers another avenue to pick up market share.

"The USDA product is a substantial part of the purchase business in many areas throughout the country, and these loans offer incredible benefits to borrowers," said Ishbia.

Details of UWM's USDA product:
* 30-year fixed rate;
* 0 percent down;
* Financed closing costs;
* Competitively low rates;
* Financed appliances with minimal restrictions.

The addition of USDA/rural development loans rounds out UWM's exceptional profile of product offerings. Most recently UWM rolled out The Big & Easy, a True Jumbo loan up to $2.5 million, and implemented HARP 2.0 with Unlimited LTV/CLTV. UWM can also assist their brokers, bankers and correspondents by providing them with a sponsored correspondent warehouse line.

Learn more about UWM's USDA and other product options by calling (800) 981-8898 or by visiting their website at http://www.uwm.com .

About United Wholesale Mortgage:

Headquartered in Birmingham, Michigan, United Wholesale Mortgage underwrites and provides closing documentation for residential mortgage loans originated by mortgage brokers, banks, credit unions and correspondents. UWM provides unparalleled service with its deep understanding of the mortgage process using its talented team of account executives, underwriters, closers and funders, who have years of experience with intricate knowledge in wholesale. UWM's positive teamwork and dedication to exceptional customer service has resulted in continued success and growth that has spawned expansion. For more information, visit www.uwm.com or call 800-981-8898.

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Banking and Finance, Business

The Compliance Group 2011 Expansion More than Doubles Companywide, Quality Control Up 87 percent, Compliance and Licensing Up 55 percent

Author: The Compliance Group Inc.
Dateline: San Marcos, California (SAN MARCOS, Calif.)  | Wed, 28 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Leading mortgage compliance services provider, The Compliance Group, Inc. (TCG), in 2011 saw its business grow by 120 percent over 2010, marking its highest year-over-year growth since its founding by industry veteran Annemaria Allen in 2000. The metro San Diego-based residential lending compliance services firm's 2011 highest growth business units included Quality Control (87 percent) and Compliance and Licensing (55 percent).”



A R T I C L E:

Leading mortgage compliance services provider, The Compliance Group, Inc. (TCG), in 2011 saw its business grow by 120 percent over 2010, marking its highest year-over-year growth since its founding by industry veteran Annemaria Allen in 2000. The metro San Diego-based residential lending compliance services firm's 2011 highest growth business units included Quality Control (87 percent) and Compliance and Licensing (55 percent).

TCG serves the independent mortgage banker, including correspondent, wholesale and retail originators; financial institutions' mortgage lending units, including both banks and credit unions; and mortgage brokers. Its services span lenders' pain points throughout quality control (QC) and multi-jurisdiction compliance lifecycles, including licensing through TCG's proprietary patent-pending LicenseTracker(R). LicenseTracker is a web-based application that enables mortgage businesses, branches, and loan originators to maintain and track state and federal agency licensing deadline mandates.

"2011 was clearly a watershed year for The Compliance Group, which validated our firm's original commitment to mortgage lending quality and compliance a dozen years ago," said The Compliance Group founder and president Annemaria Allen. "We've made strategic decisions and implemented service delivery realignments over the last 12 months that reflect where we see lenders' mission critical needs emerging."

For example, Allen explained, TCG rolled its licensing services unit into its compliance unit, reflecting the impact of Dodd-Frank and the SAFE Act on lenders and brokers. It is imperative to complement compliance with licensing due to the many compliance variables that surround licensing through these regulations. Strategizing a company's licensing structure with complex compliance requirements is critical to the growth and longevity of a company. Compliance services by TCG encompass monthly outsourcing compliance support; Agency, FHA and multi-state audit preparation; and Fair Lending reviews and loan file reviews, including documents/disclosure review by state.

TCG's QC division conducts post-funding file reviews on all loan programs, FHA branch audits, trending analysis, fraud reviews, and early payment default reviews. Under this division, TCG also performs QC reviews for consumer loans and QC Servicing reviews.

"Now more than ever, in light of Dodd-Frank requirements, the CFPB's mission to streamline disclosures and closing documents, the FHFA's roadmap for the conservatorships pointing to new challenges in the secondary market, lenders must adapt rapidly or face the consequences," Allen said. "The future of mortgage lending means compliance and QC working in tandem, and oftentimes outsourced to experts that live and breathe these regulations."

"I'd credit our 2011 growth and early 2012 successes to the fact that compliance is the one controllable factor where lenders know they must focus. Yes, marketing and relationship building are the bread and butter of origination, but compliance is the heartbeat of a sustainable mortgage lending and securitization lifecycle," she said.

The Compliance Group supports lenders' most critical origination compliance challenges including: RESPA, TILA, ECOA, privacy, HOEPA, HMDA, multi-state requirements, procedural checklist creation, policy and procedure writing and staff training.

About The Compliance Group:

The Compliance Group (www.TheComplianceGroup.net) is a leading nationwide financial services risk management organization focused solely on its clients' compliance success. TCG has helped hundreds of financial institutions mitigate risk and losses with its proprietary, patent-pending technology and its core business solutions of Quality Control, and Compliance and Licensing. Founded by Annemaria Allen in 2000, TCG has built upon her deeply experienced understanding of compliance and risk management to bring peace of mind to the financial services industry.

TCG's LicenseTracker(R) (www.LicenseTracker.net), is a patent pending, web-based application, to help mortgage businesses, branches, and loan originators maintain and track required state and federal agency licensing deadlines and continuing education requirements.

TCG technology is complemented by its experts' keen attention to delivering results the right way - with integrity, quality, transparency, reliability and customer care. Its appreciation for relationship building allows TCG to assist its clients in understanding the complexity of compliance, developing their strengths in areas of risk while turning compliance and quality control into a profitability strategy.

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Story Title: The Compliance Group 2011 Expansion More than Doubles Companywide, Quality Control Up 87 percent, Compliance and Licensing Up 55 percent
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Advertising and Marketing, Business

Donna Wydra Joins CMI’s Consumer and Shopper Strategy Solutions

Author: CMI
Dateline: Atlanta, Georgia (ATLANTA, Ga.)  | Wed, 28 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Donna Wydra has joined CMI to expand the company's Consumer and Shopper Strategy solutions for manufacturers, retailers, and restaurants.”



A R T I C L E:

Donna Wydra has joined CMI to expand the company's Consumer and Shopper Strategy solutions for manufacturers, retailers, and restaurants.

As senior vice president of consumer and shopper strategy, Wydra will provide counsel on key business issues through strategic insights into external influencers, individual motivations and attitudes, and competitive forces that drive consumer and shopper decisions regarding specific brands, stores and SKUs. Wydra is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 years devoted to marketing and research.

Wydra has consulted with client partners in multiple business sectors - including consumer packaged goods, retail, restaurants, hospitality, and agencies - to develop insights-driven business strategies. Most recently, she served as senior vice president, shopper & retail, for Ipsos Marketing and senior vice president for Socratic Technologies, leading the development of their consumer products division. She holds a bachelor's in business administration from Augustana College and an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago.

"Donna is a seasoned research industry professional and an exciting addition to our team. She will enhance CMI's ability to deliver valuable insights and guide activation strategies for clients," said Ellen Mowbray, senior vice president, business strategy, for CMI. "We are pleased to offer this expanded expertise to our current clients, as well as to grow our presence in the retail, consumer, and quick service restaurant industries."

For more information on CMI's Shopper solutions, go to: http://www.cmiresearch.com/w/shopper .

About CMI:

CMI is a full-service marketing research company that combines comprehensive market research expertise with marketing insight to provide clients with a deep understanding of their customers by identifying the choices they make and why. Since 1989, CMI has delivered unique solutions to uncover opportunities, optimize marketing strategies, and improve performance for clients in consumer and B2B markets. CMI's experienced team of market research consultants leverages a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods and technologies to translate research into insights and insights into actions. CMI serves primarily Fortune 1000 clients. For more information about CMI, visit http://www.cmiresearch.com .

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Business, Insurance, Management Changes

EPIC adds Stan Sanchez as Principal in San Francisco

Author: Edgewood Partners Insurance Center
Dateline: San Francisco, California (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.)  | Tue, 27 Mar 2012

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Stan Sanchez as principal in their San Francisco office. A veteran of more than 10 years in the insurance industry, Sanchez will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions to successful individuals with a high asset base and significant property and liability exposures.”



A R T I C L E:

Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Stan Sanchez as principal in their San Francisco office. A veteran of more than 10 years in the insurance industry, Sanchez will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions to successful individuals with a high asset base and significant property and liability exposures.

In addition, Sanchez will assume responsibility for managing EPIC's exclusive program for members of the Historic Motor Sports Association: http://www.edgewoodins.com/industry/Motor_Sports .

Sanchez will be based in EPIC's San Francisco office and report to managing principal David Alvarado.

"Stan is an outstanding addition to our growing team, both in San Francisco and across the state," said EPIC co-founder, Dan Francis. "He will be an excellent resource to Historic Motor Sports Association members and our high net worth clients. We are very pleased to have another professional of Stan's caliber join EPIC."

Prior to EPIC, Sanchez spent five years with broker Arthur J. Gallagher in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he was vice president, private client services. He began his insurance career as an underwriter for FM Global and went on to become business development manager for AIG's Private Client Group before joining Gallagher.

"I've joined an outstanding organization and a terrific group of people," states Sanchez. "EPIC delivers an exceptional level of client care while fostering a healthy 'people first' culture for their employees. In our industry, EPIC is unique in many ways and I am truly excited to be a part of their growing, successful team."

Sanchez is a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Stan Sanchez can be contacted at:
EPIC Insurance Brokers
135 Main Street - 21st Floor
San Francisco, Calif. 94105
Direct Phone: 415-356-3987
Email: ssanchez@edgewoodins.com.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a new and innovative California-based retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage firm. The company provides a unique equity ownership opportunity and has created a values-based culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

The fastest growing brokerage in the state, EPIC now has nearly 300 team members operating from seven offices across California (Los Angeles, Irvine, Folsom, San Francisco, San Mateo Petaluma and San Ramon).

With nearly $60 million in revenues, EPIC ranks among the top 50 retail insurance brokers in the United States and is the 5th largest privately-held broker in California. For more information, please visit http://www.edgewoodins.com .

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