National Communication Association

Groundbreaking Study Indicates Virtual Reality Can Enhance Relationships Between Caregivers and Aging Population

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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PALO ALTO, Calif. and DALLAS, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Reality (VR) technology is not just for the young. It's paving the way for enhancing relationships between the aging population and their caregivers, as research from the Virtual Human Interaction Lab (VHIL) at Stanford University demonstrates. 

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif. and DALLAS, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Reality (VR) technology is not just for the young.
  • It's paving the way for enhancing relationships between the aging population and their caregivers, as research from the Virtual Human Interaction Lab (VHIL) at Stanford University demonstrates.
  • The study sought to understand older adults' attitudes towards new technologies, including virtual reality, and how professional caregivers felt about facilitating VR experiences for older adults.
  • The study, the largest ever conducted on VR and older adults, was done in collaboration with Mynd, the leading provider of immersive therapeutic experiences for the aging population.

PR Associates Grows Executive Team With Addition of Michael MacMillan as Vice President

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PR Associates National Communications Ltd. (PR Associates), a premier Canadian public relations firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael MacMillan as Vice-President of Client Services.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PR Associates National Communications Ltd. (PR Associates), a premier Canadian public relations firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael MacMillan as Vice-President of Client Services.
  • In this role, Michael will work closely with the clients of PR Associates, prioritizing each client’s unique needs, and positioning them to fully benefit from the deep experience and unique expertise of PR Associates.
  • "Joining the PR Associates team, with their niche and sought-after expertise, is a unique opportunity where I can apply my client-focused, public relations career history to help build on the company's 20-plus years of success in the B2B market," says MacMillan.
  • "I am excited to join a truly unique agency that is serving some of the fastest-growing markets and companies across North America."

Distinguished Programs Announces New Program with Core Specialty for Hotel General Liability Coverage

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager, today announces a new underwriting program with Core Specialty, an insurance holding company operating through StarStone Specialty Insurance Company ("StarStone"), offering a diversified range of property and casualty insurance products.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager, today announces a new underwriting program with Core Specialty, an insurance holding company operating through StarStone Specialty Insurance Company ("StarStone"), offering a diversified range of property and casualty insurance products.
  • Distinguished will work with Core Specialty to provide General Liability & Auto Liability coverage for hotels.
  • "We are thrilled to work with Core Specialty on our hotel casualty coverage," said Heidi Strommen, Hospitality Primary Programs leader at Distinguished.
  • Providing outstanding high-limit umbrella programs and primary insurance, Distinguished Programs is the clear choice in its areas of specialty for superior coverage, competitive pricing, and attentive service.

Distinguished Lands New Fine Art and Collectibles Team

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager,today announces the first step in its planned expansion with the addition of a new Fine Art and Collectibles program led by Patrick Drummond.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager,today announces the first step in its planned expansion with the addition of a new Fine Art and Collectibles program led by Patrick Drummond.
  • He brings with him a team of the top Fine Art underwriters and claims experts in North America.
  • "We are extremely excited to be joining Distinguished Programs," says Patrick Drummond, president of Distinguished Fine Art and Collectibles.
  • Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance program manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents, with specific expertise in Fine Art and Collectibles, Real Estate, Community Associations, Hotels, and Restaurants.

AM Best to Host IMCA/AM Best Marketing Leader Lunch with Fortegra’s Holly Bohn Pittman

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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AM Best will host a joint presentation with the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. (EST).

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  • AM Best will host a joint presentation with the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. (EST).
  • Register today: http://www.ambest.com/webinars/fortegra/index.html
    Peter van Aartrijk, principal, Aartrijk, and IMCA CMO council member;
    Attendees can submit questions during registration or by emailing [email protected] .
  • The event will be streamed in video and audio formats, and playback will be available to registered viewers shortly after the event.
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Communications Association of Hong Kong supports the new initiatives on telecommunications industry in the Chief Executive's 2022 Policy Address

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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HONG KONG, Oct 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Communications Association of Hong Kong (CAHK) fully supports the Chief Executive's 2022 Policy Address, in particular Hong Kong I&T Development Blueprint in the chapter on "International Innovation and Technology Centre", focusing on industries such as life and health technology, artificial intelligence and data science, as well as advanced manufacturing and new energy technology.

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  • HONG KONG, Oct 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Communications Association of Hong Kong (CAHK) fully supports the Chief Executive's 2022 Policy Address, in particular Hong Kong I&T Development Blueprint in the chapter on "International Innovation and Technology Centre", focusing on industries such as life and health technology, artificial intelligence and data science, as well as advanced manufacturing and new energy technology.
  • We believe that these initiatives will help Hong Kong ICT industry to compete effectively with the neighbouring countries and regions; provide support for the development of I&T; and accelerate our digital transformation.
  • It is the association for Hong Kong's communications industries, with responsibilities across broadcasting, wireline and wireless communications, and other sectors in information communications technology.
  • This press release is distributed by Communications Association of Hong Kong.

Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School Named Recipient of $45,000 Donation to Expand School Space Center

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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awarded the donation to Goldsboro Elementary's Principal, Dr. Chris Mulholland during a news conference held today at the school's Space Center.

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  • awarded the donation to Goldsboro Elementary's Principal, Dr. Chris Mulholland during a news conference held today at the school's Space Center.
  • The Space Center provides STEM education opportunities for students to explore space through a variety of simulations and experiments.
  • for their generous donation to help us update our Space Center and continue to inspire the next generation of astronauts."
  • It is the oldest school in Seminole County and has continued as an elementary Magnet School since 1996.

Distinguished Programs Adds Linda Picha and Beth Fulton to Sales Executive Roles

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program manager, today officially announces the additions of Linda Picha and Beth Fulton as Regional Sales Executives. Picha will manage broker relationships in the mid-Northwest territory including Iowa, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota & Washington; while Fulton will be responsible for the South-Central states including Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program manager, today officially announces the additions of Linda Picha and Beth Fulton as Regional Sales Executives.
  • "We're proud to have someone of Beth and Linda's caliber join our team," noted Kurt Meister , Senior Vice President of Business Development at Distinguished Programs.
  • Picha joins Distinguished with over 30 years' insurance experience, with her most recent position as Sales Manager and Producer at Risk Placement Services.
  • Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance program manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Hotels, and Restaurant insurance .

AM Best to Host IMCA/AM Best Marketing Leader Lunch with Baldwin Risk Partners’ Rich Tallo

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Friday, October 14, 2022
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AM Best will host a joint presentation with the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at Noon (EDT).

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  • AM Best will host a joint presentation with the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at Noon (EDT).
  • In the live, interactive roundtable discussion, Rich Tallo, chief marketing officer at Baldwin Risk Partners, will discuss branding, how marketing is evolving to meet customers changing expectations, opportunities and challenges in business-to-business versus business-to-consumer marketing, attracting the next generation of marketing talent to the insurance industry and uncovering the keys to success in digital marketing.
  • Register today: http://www.ambest.com/webinars/BaldwinRiskPartners/index.html
    Peter van Aartrijk, principal, Aartrijk, and IMCA CMO Council member;
    Attendees can submit questions during registration or by emailing [email protected] .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Distinguished Programs Doubles Limit Capacity to $10M for Express Umbrella

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager, announces a higher limit option in the Express Umbrella program. The program now offers limits up to $10M and caters to community associations, homeowner associations, condominium associations and small commercial buildings.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Distinguished Programs ("Distinguished"), a national insurance program manager,announces a higher limit option in the Express Umbrella program.
  • "It can be very expensive and time consuming for brokers to seek out excess limits," said Chris Larson, Product Manager for the Express Umbrella program.
  • "By doubling limit capacity, brokers can submit-quote-bind* for $10M limit with ease through the 24/7 Distinguished Online Portal.
  • The Express Umbrella program is comprised of the Express Real Estate Umbrella and the Express Community Association Umbrella .