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For Fifth Consecutive Year, ISC Earns the Globe and Mail’s 2024 Women Lead Here Benchmark for Executive Gender Diversity

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

The Women Lead Here benchmark uses proprietary research methodology to determine which Canadian corporations make tangible, systemic, organizational progress related to executive gender parity in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • The Women Lead Here benchmark uses proprietary research methodology to determine which Canadian corporations make tangible, systemic, organizational progress related to executive gender parity in Canada.
  • Throughout 2023, 55 per cent of ISC executive leaders identified as women, including those in ISC’s wholly owned subsidiaries.
  • In total, 96 companies earned the 2024 Women Lead Here seal, with a combined average of 45 per cent of executive roles held by women-identifying individuals.
  • The 2024 Women Lead Here list can be found in the April 2024 issue of Report on Business magazine, distributed with The Globe and Mail on Saturday March 29, 2024, and online at tgam.ca/WomenLeadHere .

Tampa General Hospital's Dr. Peggy Duggan Named a Tampa Bay BusinessWoman of the Year

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

TAMPA, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Peggy Duggan, executive vice president, chief physician executive and chief medical officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was one of just 30 leaders honored by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as a 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year. This award program annually recognizes some of the most dynamic and influential businesswomen in the Tampa Bay region, highlighting their collective positive impact on the community, and honorees were celebrated at a gala event at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street on March 29.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Peggy Duggan, executive vice president, chief physician executive and chief medical officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was one of just 30 leaders honored by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as a 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year.
  • "Peggy is an outstanding leader and an exceptional colleague whose impact within our organization and in our community cannot be understated," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital.
  • At Tampa General, Duggan oversees all functions related to physicians and patient care, quality, safety and patient experience for the academic and research health system.
  • Duggan and the list of 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year honorees are profiled in the print edition of the Tampa Bay Business Journal, as well as online here .

Hippo's First Connect Hits 100 Carrier & MGA Milestone and Launches New Appetite Finder Feature

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

PALO ALTO, Calif., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First Connect Insurance Services, a digital platform designed to provide independent agents access to some of the nation's top carriers, announced today that it has partnered with Hiscox USA, and subsequently hit the 100-carrier and MGA milestone. First Connect also launched a new Appetite Finder feature today, making it easier for agents to match their client's coverage needs with carrier appetites.

Key Points: 
  • First Connect also launched a new Appetite Finder feature today, making it easier for agents to match their client's coverage needs with carrier appetites.
  • Recently added to the platform, Hiscox USA provides same-day coverage for small businesses with $5M or less in annual revenue.
  • Appetite Finder addresses those challenges, confirming carrier appetite based on geography and business class without the need for a lengthy quote process," said Pinkovezky.
  • To learn more about how First Connect provides independent agencies access to the leading carriers or to sign up, visit firstconnectinsurance.com .

SCORE Foundation Recognizes Special Programs Supporting Women Business Owners During Women's History Month

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The SCORE Foundation, the philanthropic arm of SCORE, the nation's largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, announced that for the third year in a row, a grant from the Edie Fraser Women's Entrepreneur Fund directly assists current and aspiring women business owners through local SCORE programming geared to elevate, educate and empower them.

Key Points: 
  • "As we celebrate many influential women throughout history this month, we congratulate today's female founders who are charting their own place in the history of their family and community," said Liz Sara, president, SCORE Foundation.
  • "How proud I am to support the SCORE Foundation and the women entrepreneurial programs SCORE offers across the nation," said Edie Fraser.
  • "Sponsor financial support enables SCORE to reach more women business owners and aspiring female entrepreneurs with free mentoring and educational programs that can help them evolve their idea to a thriving, growing company," said Liz Sara, president of the SCORE Foundation .
  • For information on how your organization to get involved in sponsoring SCORE programs for women entrepreneurs, send an email to [email protected] .

ICC Holdings, Inc. Reports 2023 Fourth Quarter and Twelve Months Results

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Monday, March 4, 2024

FOURTH QUARTER AND TWELVE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2023 – FINANCIAL RESULTS

Key Points: 
  • FOURTH QUARTER AND TWELVE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2023 – FINANCIAL RESULTS
    Net earnings totaled $3,058,000, or $1.04 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to net earnings of $3,078,000, or $1.05 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • For the twelve months ended December 31, 2023, direct premiums written increased by $10,264,000, or 12.4%, to $92,991,000 compared to $82,727,000 for the same period in 2022.
  • For the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company ceded to reinsurers $2,637,000 of earned premiums, compared to $2,435,000 of earned premiums for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Losses and settlement expenses increased by $1,089,000, or 10.7%, to $11,231,000 for the fourth quarter of 2023, from $10,142,000 for the same period in 2022.

Rainbow Launches Restaurant Insurance Program in California Amidst Market Distress

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rainbow, a digitally-enabled managing general underwriter building tailored small business insurance products, has announced launching its admitted restaurant insurance program in the state of California.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rainbow, a digitally-enabled managing general underwriter building tailored small business insurance products, has announced launching its admitted restaurant insurance program in the state of California.
  • Rainbow's entrance into one of the largest insurance markets in the world comes at a time when many incumbent carriers have significantly pulled back their offerings in California, or exited the market entirely.
  • Insurance agents will benefit from Rainbow's bespoke restaurant program and leading customer service, which will stand out in a market starved of available capacity.
  • With California, Rainbow is now live in 15 states across the country with its Business Owner's Policy.

Batteries Plus of Rosemead Partners with Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has a new power source to begin the new year. As the local chapter of the nation's premier power partner for businesses, Batteries Plus's Rosemead location secured a partnership with the LADWP to provide batteries for the department's equipment and vehicles as it maintains the equilibrium of power and water in one of the largest cities in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • Local Business Owner Provides Batteries, Lighting, and Equipment for Public Works Vehicles and More
    LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has a new power source to begin the new year.
  • Spearheading this partnership is married couple Yoonie Bae and Jason Hsiao, owners of Batteries Plus Rosemead.
  • The lifespan of each battery is between 4-6 years, and once the fleet's older batteries begin to wane, Batteries Plus will provide even more to the department.
  • In partnering with Batteries Plus, the department could more reliably power their fleet and go further with its sustainability efforts at an extremely affordable rate.

Reply Launches Accelerator 365, a New Offering for Microsoft 365 Modern Work Solutions 

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240110817597/en/
    With a variety of enterprise-ready apps and solutions, Accelerator 365 enhances organisations' SharePoint and Viva Connections intranet.
  • “Accelerator 365 is a great opportunity for us to bring together our industry-leading expertise and passionate consultants into a dedicated and focussed Microsoft 365 product team.
  • The Accelerator 365 apps have delivered incredible value to our existing clients, meeting the evolving needs and expectations of organisations and users in the Modern Work space.
  • Reply [EXM, STAR: REY] specialises in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media.

Tom Ferry, Hub International Join the RE/MAX® Marketplace, Bringing Fresh Content and Savings to Affiliates

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

DENVER, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RE/MAX, LLC, a global leader in real estate franchises, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Approved Supplier Program with two new vendors specializing in education and insurance.

Key Points: 
  • By collaborating with carefully selected vendors, RE/MAX empowers affiliates to concentrate on their core proficiency – serving buyers and sellers.
  • New members of the RE/MAX Approved Supplier program in the U.S. include:
    Tom Ferry International will offer premier coaching content to RE/MAX affiliated agents.
  • The Tom Ferry content will contribute to the already-robust portfolio of educational content available to RE/MAX affiliates and aims to equip agents to navigate changing markets.
  • RE/MAX affiliates will gain access to a selection of both complimentary and paid Tom Ferry International content through the RE/MAX Marketplace, and on RE/MAX University®, the exclusive learning management system of RE/MAX.

Cash Smart for Life offers Financial Confidence with its Literacy Program for Parents

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Cash Smart for Life is a financial literacy program.

Key Points: 
  • Cash Smart for Life is a financial literacy program.
  • Winnie Lau, the Creator of The Cash Smart for Life Program, Author, Business Owner, and a Mother that operates a private financial practice in Canada.
  • Winnie and her daughter Emaghea, Co-creators of Cash Smart for Life
    Cash Smart for Life is an online course that mainly focuses on assisting parents on becoming financial leaders in the home.
  • Cash Smart for Life is more than a program; it's a community for like-minded parents.