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Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
Pa. Lawmakers Confirm Ario
By Daniel HaysThe Pennsylvania State has finally eliminated the word "acting" in front of Joel Ario's title more than a year after he was nominated to be ...
July 07, 2008
Stephanie J. CurryThe Society of Financial Service Professionals has named Stephanie J. Curry chair of the Retirement Planning Professional Interest Section. She will be responsible for enhancing the overall value of the Section for FSP members. She is currently
July 07, 2008
Make your Web site a marketing hubDesign a Web site that is clear, concise and complete. Focus on solid, in-depth content and create a site that's easy to navigate. Use headlines on your Web pages that promise benefits. Don't just put "Services" on your services
July 07, 2008
NSCC To Add Fund Transfer FeatureThe National Securities Clearing Corp. says it wants to automate the process of transferring funds from one investment option to another inside a variable insurance ...
July 07, 2008
HUB Scoops Up United BenefitA Midwestern insurance broker is acquiring a Northeastern benefits consulting firm.Hub International Ltd., Chicago, says it has bought the assets of United Benefit Consulting Inc., ...
July 07, 2008
Berkshire Revises Disability ProgramsGuardian Life Insurance Company of America has introduced 2 changes at its individual disability insurance business.Berkshire Life Insurance Company of America, Pittsfield, Mass., the disability ...
July 07, 2008
Hancock Updates 529 Marketing ToolsA financial services company has reformatted publications that can help financial services professionals explain college savings plan options.John Hancock Freedom 529, Boston, a unit of ...
July 06, 2008
How To Transform Wealthy Friends Into ClientsHow do advisors ask for business from people who are new friends or acquaintances along with old established friends?Bryce Sanders, president of Perceptive Business Solutions ...