Employee benefits

NFP Acquires the Benefits Business of FinTrust Insurance and Benefits, Inc.

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor, announced it has acquired the employee benefits solutions business of FinTrust Insurance and Benefits, Inc. (FinTrust), a subsidiary of United Community Banks. Based in Orlando, FinTrust provides sophisticated financial products and a wide array of business services to employer groups and individuals across the state of Florida.

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  • PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor, announced it has acquired the employee benefits solutions business of FinTrust Insurance and Benefits, Inc .
  • Based in Orlando, FinTrust provides sophisticated financial products and a wide array of business services to employer groups and individuals across the state of Florida.
  • Cindi Johnston, former FinTrust vice president of Employee Benefits, joins NFP's Florida Group Benefits operation and reports to Sarah Wollschleger, NFP's South Florida benefits market leader.
  • The acquired employee benefits solutions business provides product-neutral, needs-based employee benefits plans and programs that enhance clients' business operations, complement retention efforts and simplify the complexities of benefits administration.

FINEOS Announces GroupTech Connect 2023, Biggest Annual Event for Group and Employee Benefits Ecosystem

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

FINEOS Corporation announced today that registration is now open for GroupTech Connect 2023, the Group and Employee Benefits industry’s premier one-day conference, on Tuesday, Oct. 31.

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  • FINEOS Corporation announced today that registration is now open for GroupTech Connect 2023, the Group and Employee Benefits industry’s premier one-day conference, on Tuesday, Oct. 31.
  • Sponsored by FINEOS, GroupTech Connect is a kickoff day offering for attendees of InsureTech Connect (ITC), the world’s largest insurtech event.
  • “FINEOS is the Group Benefits core system leader with a fierce focus on Employee Benefits and deep understanding of our customers’ opportunities and challenges.
  • “GroupTech Connect is a can’t-miss event for everyone in the Group Benefits community,” said Bill Harris, Chief Revenue Officer of InsureTech Connect.

HUB International Mountain States Proudly Welcomes Scott Jones as Executive Vice President of Employee Benefits Sales

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

BOISE, Idaho, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HUB International Mountain States is thrilled to announce the appointment of Scott Jones as the new Executive Vice President of Employee Benefits Sales.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HUB International Mountain States is thrilled to announce the appointment of Scott Jones as the new Executive Vice President of Employee Benefits Sales.
  • With his extensive experience and expertise, Scott is poised to make a significant impact in the employee benefits industry.
  • Bringing a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record, Scott's leadership in prior Employee Benefits sales groups as a high-level executive has garnered tremendous success.
  • Please join us in extending a warm, wholehearted welcome to Scott Jones as he joins HUB International Mountain States.

Mondrian Ibiza Offering Limited Preview This Summer Ahead of 2024 Opening

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

NEW YORK, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mondrian Ibiza, the first property in Spain for the design-driven hotel brand, is now accepting reservations for an eight-week preview season beginning August 15, ahead of the hotel's highly-anticipated official opening in Spring 2024. As Mondrian is renowned for destinations at the heart of the world's most exciting cultural scenes, from Los Angeles and London to Singapore and Seoul, the lively island of Ibiza is a natural fit for the brand's newest location, which will feature 154 guest rooms.

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  • NEW YORK, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mondrian Ibiza, the first property in Spain for the design-driven hotel brand, is now accepting reservations for an eight-week preview season beginning August 15, ahead of the hotel's highly-anticipated official opening in Spring 2024.
  • Mondrian Ibiza is located in Cala Llonga, an idyllic natural port on Ibiza's east coast, offering a picturesque seaside landscape with over 200 meters of beachfront.
  • A natural sensibility carries into its spacious guest rooms, each imbued with the light and airy ambiance of sun-filled Ibiza days.
  • And the understated and classic Japanese restaurant Niko is defined by premium ingredients and exceptional presentation, enjoyed in a serene and luxurious setting
    Alongside Mondrian Ibiza, Hyde Ibiza will also open its doors for an August preview.

BambooHR Launches Its Benefits Administration Solution

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Monday, June 12, 2023

LINDON, Utah, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BambooHR, the industry's leading cloud-hosted software platform for human resources, today announced it has launched Benefits Administration, a solution designed to simplify the benefits enrollment process for thousands of organizations.

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  • The new solution brings the benefits experience into an easy-to-use interface, making employee enrollment easier and faster
    LINDON, Utah, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BambooHR , the industry's leading cloud-hosted software platform for human resources, today announced it has launched Benefits Administration, a solution designed to simplify the benefits enrollment process for thousands of organizations.
  • Benefits Administration brings employee benefits enrollment right into the BambooHR platform, providing an easy, fast, and familiar experience for both administration and employees.
  • Seamless Payroll Runs – by combining Benefits Administration and Payroll, benefits data is synced for a more seamless, error-free payroll run.
  • Broker-Friendly Benefits System – Benefits Administration makes managing and collaborating on benefits more convenient and efficient for a smoother, stress-free partnership.

SUNSEEKER RESORT ANNOUNCES INNOVATIVE RETENTION BONUS AND BENEFITS PROGRAM

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

CHARLOTTE HARBOR, Fla., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CEO of Allegiant Travel Company John Redmond, along with the President of Sunseeker Resorts Micah Richins, have announced an innovative retention bonus and benefits program for eligible full-time employees of Sunseeker's soon-to-open Southwest Florida resort. The bonus program offers eligible employees a $100,000 retention bonus payable in equal annual installments over 10 years after they complete 10 years of continuous full-time employment with Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor. The 785-room resort, set to open its doors this October, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Allegiant Travel Company and will employ over 1,200 hospitality workers in Southwest Florida.

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  • Qualifying Employees Will Receive $100,000 Retention Bonus, Free Flights On Allegiant Air,
    CHARLOTTE HARBOR, Fla., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CEO of Allegiant Travel Company John Redmond, along with the President of Sunseeker Resorts Micah Richins, have announced an innovative retention bonus and benefits program for eligible full-time employees of Sunseeker's soon-to-open Southwest Florida resort.
  • The bonus program offers eligible employees a $100,000 retention bonus payable in equal annual installments over 10 years after they complete 10 years of continuous full-time employment with Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor.
  • "Allegiant Travel Company and Sunseeker Resort recognize the importance in today's workplace to offer innovative benefits to not only salaried employees but also hourly workers," says President of Sunseeker Resort Micah Richins.
  • Team Members eligible for the retention bonus program include full-time hourly or select entry-level salaried employees hired by Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor either before the resort's opening or within the first 30-days after the resort's planned October opening.

Employee Reimbursement Platform Compt Adds Seasoned HR Executive Mari Sifo to Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Compt , an end-to-end reimbursement platform optimized for personalizing benefits for today’s workforce, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mari Sifo, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP, to its Board of Directors.

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  • Compt , an end-to-end reimbursement platform optimized for personalizing benefits for today’s workforce, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mari Sifo, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP, to its Board of Directors.
  • Her insight proves invaluable as Compt continues to scale its operations and support more global clients across all industries.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Mari to our board," said Compt Founder and CEO Amy Spurling.
  • "One of my areas of focus at Compt is creating a diverse team, including the board.

The Plexus Groupe Names Eddie Floyd and John Dwyer as New Equity Partners

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

DEER PARK, Ill., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Plexus Groupe , a Top 100 insurance brokerage and advisory firm, has added Eddie Floyd, Chief Operating Officer, and John Dwyer, President of Employee Benefits, as new equity partners.

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  • DEER PARK, Ill., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Plexus Groupe , a Top 100 insurance brokerage and advisory firm, has added Eddie Floyd, Chief Operating Officer, and John Dwyer, President of Employee Benefits, as new equity partners.
  • Eddie joined Plexus this past February, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the company with over 20 years in the insurance industry.
  • "I am excited about the addition of Eddie Floyd and John Dwyer, as equity partners at The Plexus Groupe, as we continue building our firm as a leader in insurance brokerage services" said Founder and CEO, Walter R. Fawcett, III.
  • Eddie and John join other Plexus equity partners who are committed to growth and delivering transformative solutions for their clients.

Edenred Appointed to New Employee Benefits and Services Buying Framework for UK Public Sector

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Friday, May 26, 2023

LONDON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Edenred has been appointed as a supplier of choice for employee benefits to the UK public sector on a new buying framework managed by the Crown Commercial Service.

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  • LONDON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Edenred has been appointed as a supplier of choice for employee benefits to the UK public sector on a new buying framework managed by the Crown Commercial Service.
  • Edenred will be the only provider offering services across all six categories on the new public sector buying framework for employee benefits, reward and recognition which goes live today.
  • The Employee Benefits & Services framework (RM6273) gives organisations from every part of the UK public sector a straightforward route to select and appoint a supplier for a wide range of employee benefits products.
  • This means government departments, local authorities, schools, FE colleges, universities, blue-light services and arms-length public sector organisations will all be able to join over 900 public sector clients who currently use Edenred's employee benefits, rewards and recognition solutions.

Katten Grows Its Kattalyst Sponsorship Program

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

CHICAGO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that the firm welcomed the 2023 cohort of its Kattalyst Sponsorship Program, which has been expanded to include a larger group of participants at the associate, counsel and partner levels.

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  • CHICAGO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that the firm welcomed the 2023 cohort of its Kattalyst Sponsorship Program, which has been expanded to include a larger group of participants at the associate, counsel and partner levels.
  • The sponsorship program is rooted in a commitment to offer professional development opportunities to Katten attorneys.
  • "The Kattalyst sponsorship program is rooted in the firm's commitment to offer professional development opportunities to all its attorneys, especially attorneys of color, and women and LGBTQ+ attorneys.
  • Launched in 2021, the Kattalyst Sponsorship Program is designed to support historically underrepresented attorneys, who are "protégés" and work with their "sponsors" to gain the experience, skills and connections necessary to succeed in their careers.