Protective Life

Protective to Acquire ShelterPoint

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Protective Life Corporation (“Protective”), a U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (“Dai-ichi”; TSE:8750), announced today that its principal subsidiary, Protective Life Insurance Company, entered into an agreement to acquire ShelterPoint Group, Inc. , a leading provider of statutory disability, paid family and medical leave, as well as medical gap insurance products, among others.

Key Points: 
  • Protective Life Corporation (“Protective”), a U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (“Dai-ichi”; TSE:8750), announced today that its principal subsidiary, Protective Life Insurance Company, entered into an agreement to acquire ShelterPoint Group, Inc. , a leading provider of statutory disability, paid family and medical leave, as well as medical gap insurance products, among others.
  • ShelterPoint Group, Inc. is the holding company of ShelterPoint Life Insurance Company and its wholly owned subsidiary ShelterPoint Insurance Company (together “ShelterPoint”).
  • “On our continued journey to grow our business and serve more people, we are thrilled to add new services to our portfolio through the acquisition of ShelterPoint,” said Rich Bielen, President & CEO of Protective.
  • Financial advisors for this deal included Fenchurch Advisory Partners US LP for Protective and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for ShelterPoint.

Sonida Senior Living, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

(1) Includes $0.0 million, $0.0 million, $0.5 million, $2.9 million and $1.2 million of state grant revenue received in Q4 2023, Q4 2022, Q3 2023, Full Year 2023 and Full Year 2022, respectively.

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  • (1) Includes $0.0 million, $0.0 million, $0.5 million, $2.9 million and $1.2 million of state grant revenue received in Q4 2023, Q4 2022, Q3 2023, Full Year 2023 and Full Year 2022, respectively.
  • Operating expenses for the three months ended December 31, 2023 were $44.4 million as compared to $45.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022, a decrease of $0.7 million.
  • Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended December 31, 2023 was $9.3 million compared to $4.6 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022.
  • Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $33.9 million compared to $17.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.

Sonida Senior Living Announces $47.75 Million Equity Raise to Fund Discounted Debt Purchase, Accretive Capital Investments within the Existing Portfolio and Acquisitions

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

The shares were issued at $9.50 per share, a 5% premium to the 30-day volume weighted average price prior to closing.

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  • The shares were issued at $9.50 per share, a 5% premium to the 30-day volume weighted average price prior to closing.
  • The holders of a majority of the Company’s voting securities have agreed to vote in favor of such an increase.
  • The Company’s debt has a weighted-average remaining term of 3.7 years, with only $31.8 million maturing prior to December 2026.
  • The capital earmarked for growth is expected to provide certainty and speed in executing on near-term, bolt-on investment opportunities as they arise.

Skyward Specialty Adds Mike Morrissey to Its Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

HOUSTON, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward Specialty Insurance Group Inc.™ (NASDAQ: SKWD) ("Skyward Specialty" or "the Company"), a leader in the specialty property and casualty (“P&C") market, is pleased to announce the addition of Mike Morrissey, CFA to its Board of Directors effective December 14, 2023.

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  • HOUSTON, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward Specialty Insurance Group Inc.™ (NASDAQ: SKWD) ("Skyward Specialty" or "the Company"), a leader in the specialty property and casualty (“P&C") market, is pleased to announce the addition of Mike Morrissey, CFA to its Board of Directors effective December 14, 2023.
  • “I am excited to welcome Mike to our Board of Directors.
  • His expertise in the insurance and investment markets, coupled with his extensive public board track record makes him a terrific addition to our Board.
  • It is clear to all members of the board that Mike’s wisdom and experience will be invaluable as we continue to build Skyward Specialty into one of the premier specialty insurance carriers,” said Skyward Specialty CEO, Andrew Robinson.

Axon Publishes Force for Good Report

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global public safety technology leader, today published its Force For Good report, celebrating Axon's 30th anniversary, its philanthropic efforts and advancements in service of Axon's enduring mission to protect life."Since the release of our 2021 report, we are proud to have expanded our business extensively. Through this growth, we invested further in our mission, focusing on research and development that builds on our innovative, life-saving technology," said Axon Founder and CEO Rick Smith. "This report represents Axon's progress as a force for good across four key areas — our customers, the public, and our products and employees." The nearly 100-page Force For Good report effectively serves as Axon's corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) report. Axon is committed to serving as a force for good and protecting life. The Force For Good Report can be found at axon.com/responsibility. Highlights of the report are also included below. Customers: Serving those who are sworn to protectAxon enables first responders to foster safe communities more efficiently and effectively. The Axon ecosystem has continued to expand to include more advanced less-lethal and de-escalation technology built to enhance transparency, improve emergency response and save lives. Going beyond on-the-job tools and tactics to support the whole officer, Axon Aid, Axon's philanthropic program, grew to provide fallen officer family aid, emergency assistance in the wake of natural disasters and mental health support. Key highlights include:

Key Points: 
  • With 2023 Report, Axon Celebrates 30 Years of Being a Force For Good, Re-Commits to Protecting Life
    SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global public safety technology leader, today published its Force For Good report, celebrating Axon's 30th anniversary , its philanthropic efforts and advancements in service of Axon's enduring mission to protect life.
  • "This report represents Axon's progress as a force for good across four key areas — our customers, the public, and our products and employees."
  • The nearly 100-page Force For Good report effectively serves as Axon's corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) report.
  • Axon is committed to serving as a force for good and protecting life.

NEARLY 80% OF AMERICAN HOMEOWNERS ARE ANXIOUS ABOUT THE STATE OF THE U.S. ECONOMY

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

TULSA, Okla., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --

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  • 61% of homeowners worry about unexpected healthcare costs in retirement, up from 48% in 2022.
  • 41% of homeowners feel anxious about their discretionary spending, such as purchasing a new car or taking a trip, up from 32% in 2022.
  • 40% of homeowners feel anxious about their ability to pay off debt, up from 36% in 2022.
  • 32% of homeowners said they were likely to use a home equity loan, a slight increase from 28% in 2022.

Sonida Senior Living Announces Completion of Loan Modifications with Fannie Mae and Updated Performance Highlights Through Q3

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Sonida Senior Living, Inc. (the “Company,” “Sonida,”) (NYSE: SNDA), a leading owner-operator of communities and services for seniors, announced the execution of its loan modifications with Fannie Mae in tandem with strong September and Q3 2023 occupancy growth.

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  • Sonida Senior Living, Inc. (the “Company,” “Sonida,”) (NYSE: SNDA), a leading owner-operator of communities and services for seniors, announced the execution of its loan modifications with Fannie Mae in tandem with strong September and Q3 2023 occupancy growth.
  • On October 2, 2023, Sonida and Fannie Mae entered into loan modification agreements covering all 37 Fannie Mae mortgaged communities, which finalizes the previously announced comprehensive restructuring.
  • The terms of the Fannie Mae loan modifications were consistent with those set forth in the June 29, 2023 forbearance agreement.
  • Key elements of the loan modifications include:
    All maturities under the 37 Fannie Mae loans have been extended to December 2026 or later.

LifeQuotes.com Salutes Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a Good News Survey: Life Insurance Prices for Recovering Breast Cancer Patients are Lower than Four Years Ago

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Monday, October 9, 2023

Zieba continued, "High quality life insurance coverage is often available to breast cancer survivors at very attractive rates.

Key Points: 
  • Zieba continued, "High quality life insurance coverage is often available to breast cancer survivors at very attractive rates.
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a yearly campaign that intends to educate women about the importance of early screening, checkups, and more.
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  • Life insurance policies described, quoted, shown and illustrated throughout this press release may not be available in all states.

Dreyfus Launches SPARK Shares of Dreyfus Government Cash Management Available Exclusively through BNY Mellon

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dreyfus, one of the largest, trusted cash and liquidity managers, announced today the launch of SPARKSM shares (ticker: SPKXX).1 The share class allows clients to drive change with their liquidity investments by directing a donation to an eligible non-profit organization of their choice.2,3 The donation is expected to result in a positive, quantifiable impact for the selected organization.

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  • "Dreyfus created SPARK shares to give clients the power to drive change by selecting a charitable cause that aligns with their giving goals," said Laide Majiyagbe, Head of Financing and Liquidity at BNY Mellon Markets.
  • "SPARK shares support clients' philanthropic aspirations, and we are pleased to make it available exclusively through BNY Mellon, including our LiquidityDirect® platform."
  • "Our flagship Dreyfus Government Cash Management fund is an industry-leading money market fund that offers a competitive yield and is led by a seasoned team.
  • Dreyfus and BNY Mellon are proud to offer investors the opportunity to fulfill their own philanthropic goals, as well as their core liquidity needs, through SPARK shares.

Transamerica Taps Industry Leader Pooja Rahman as Chief Risk Officer

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Monday, September 11, 2023

BALTIMORE, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transamerica announced today that Pooja Rahman will be appointed as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and a member of the Transamerica Management Board, effective September 11, 2023.

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  • BALTIMORE, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Transamerica announced today that Pooja Rahman will be appointed as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and a member of the Transamerica Management Board, effective September 11, 2023.
  • Her responsibilities will include managing all risk and actuarial functions along with maintaining Transamerica's risk management framework and enhancing its risk management capabilities.
  • Ms. Rahman joins Transamerica from Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.'s US subsidiary Protective Life Corporation, where she has served as Chief Risk Officer.
  • Ms. Rahman succeeds Julie Spore, who has served as Chief Risk Officer since 2019, and will remain with the company in a new senior leadership position.