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SkyPoint Financial and Insurance Services Targets Next Level of Growth by Joining Integrity

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

DALLAS, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrity Marketing Group, LLC ("Integrity"), a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of wealth management and retirement planning solutions, today announced it has acquired SkyPoint Financial and Insurance Services ("SkyPoint"), an independent marketing organization ("IMO") based in Las Vegas, Nevada. As part of the acquisition, Steven Yee, President of SkyPoint, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the acquisition, Steven Yee, President of SkyPoint, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity.
  • The high-energy team he has assembled at SkyPoint provides life insurance products and financial guidance to families nationwide.
  • "At SkyPoint, we pride ourselves on building a team that performs at a high level," explained Steven Yee, President of SkyPoint.
  • Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, SkyPoint Financial and Insurance Services offers impeccable service in life insurance, final expense, mortgage protection and annuities.

Avivatech Marks One Year of Driving Efficient Transactions with Total Control

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Avivatech LLC, a leading software business specializing in cash and check automation solutions for branch banking and retail environments, marks the first anniversary of its launch.

Key Points: 
  • Avivatech LLC, a leading software business specializing in cash and check automation solutions for branch banking and retail environments, marks the first anniversary of its launch.
  • Avivatechs notable achievements and milestones include:
    New Customer Wins: The company grew its customer base for its CashWare solution by 400 licenses, in more than 200 branches.
  • Avivatech also added a tax municipality to its growing roster of organizations using CashWare software.
  • Headquartered in Alpharetta, GA, Avivatech LLC is a standalone division of Digital Check Corp. and is the leading provider of transaction automation solutions.

Parks Associates: US Annual Spending Across Home Phone, Internet, Mobile, Security, and Video Services, Including Pay TV and OTT, is $340 billion

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

DALLAS , May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International research firm Parks Associates announced today annual spending among US internet households for home phone, internet, mobile, security, and video services totals $340 billion.

Key Points: 
  • "Home security and smart home ownership are both pushing 40% of all US internet households, creating new opportunities for interactive services and a whole-home experience," said Elizabeth Parks , President and CMO, Parks Associates.
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  • Bringing together more than 1,500 senior executives, CONNECTIONS provides networking opportunities combined with visionary keynotes and virtual sessions.
  • CONNECTIONS 2022 features an in-person conference on May 17-19, 2022, at the Omni Frisco Hotel .

Integrity Partners with Honeycutt Insurance Marketing to Expand Life Insurance Distribution

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

DALLAS , April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrity Marketing Group, LLC ("Integrity"), a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of wealth management and retirement planning solutions, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Honeycutt Insurance Marketing, an independent marketing organization ("IMO") based in Victorville, California. As part of the acquisition, Tray Honeycutt, President of Honeycutt Insurance Marketing, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the acquisition, Tray Honeycutt, President of Honeycutt Insurance Marketing, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity.
  • "At Honeycutt Insurance Marketing, we've always understood that the speed of the leader determines the speed of the pack," said Tray Honeycutt, President of Honeycutt Insurance Marketing.
  • Honeycutt Insurance Marketing specializes in mortgage protection, final expense, impaired-risk life insurance and retirement income protection.
  • In 2021, Honeycutt Insurance Marketing served over 50,000 families and issued over $34 million in life insurance premium.

Ruder Finn Acquires Renowned, Award-Winning Integrated Communications Firm, Peppercomm

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

NEW YORK, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn announced today that it has acquired Peppercomm, a leading integrated communications and marketing firm that uses the science of humor to think differently, inspire people and solve complex problems. An agent-of-change communications agency, Peppercomm combines forward-thinking new service offerings and the agility of a startup to help clients anticipate the future and build unbreakable relationships with stakeholders.

Key Points: 
  • "Peppercomm's unique Change Agent approach creates powerful synergies with Ruder Finn's what's next vision," said Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO, Ruder Finn.
  • Ruder Finn is one of the world's largest independent global communications and creative agencies.
  • Wholly owned agencies within Ruder Finn Group include: Ruder Finn Inc., RLA Collective, SPI Group, Osmosis Films,jacobstahl, RF Bloom and Bloom Health.
  • Peppercomm is an award-winning strategic, integrated communications and marketing agency headquartered in New York City with offices in San Francisco and London.

J. Manning & Associates Partners with Integrity to Enhance Long-Term Care Benefits for Large Employer Groups

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

DALLAS, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrity Marketing Group, LLC ("Integrity"), a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of wealth management and retirement planning solutions, today announced it has acquired J. Manning & Associates, a leading long-term care insurance brokerage based in Chicago. As part of the acquisition, Jerry Manning, President of J. Manning & Associates, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the acquisition, Jerry Manning, President of J. Manning & Associates, will become a Managing Partner in Integrity.
  • "Long-term care has always been a core product for us, making this partnership with J. Manning & Associates a natural fit.
  • Our end-to-end insurtech platform will come alongside J. Manning & Associates and help them serve even more employer groups in stronger, more innovative ways.
  • In 2011, the American Association of Long-Term Care Insurance named J. Manning & Associates the largest group long-term care broker in the nation, based on 2010 premium production.

First American Partners with Integrity to Enhance Experiences for High-Net-Worth Clients

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

DALLAS, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrity Marketing Group, LLC ("Integrity"), an omnichannel insurtech leader in life, health and wealth solutions, today announced it has acquired First American Insurance Underwriters ("First American"), an insurance services and wealth management advisory based in Boston. As part of the acquisition, Allan Gersten, Chairman and CEO of First American, and Ken Shapiro, President of First American, will become Managing Partners in Integrity. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the acquisition, Allan Gersten, Chairman and CEO of First American, and Ken Shapiro, President of First American, will become Managing Partners in Integrity.
  • Today, advisors nationwide rely on First American to design and deliver creative solutions that protect clients' principal and legacy.
  • "Ken and Allan have built an incredible reputation for being mindful of the multifaceted needs of their advisors' clients.
  • "Partnering with Integrity was the right opportunity at the right time for our business," said Ken Shapiro, President of First American.

The Integer Group® Elevates Gail Obaseki to Vice President, Head of Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

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Monday, March 14, 2022

DENVER, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Integer Group®, the world's leading growth company focused on commerce and retail, and a key member of Omnicom Commerce Group (OCG) has promoted Gail Obaseki to Vice President, Head of Diversity, Equality & Inclusion (DE&I). Obaseki joined Integer in November 2020, and in her time with the agency, she has made a significant impact on its DE&I commitments, from improving the Network's talent demographics and prospective talent pool to introducing new DE&I programs and ensuring DE&I is inherent in all work the agency produces.

Key Points: 
  • Leading DE&I efforts across talent, culture, work and CSR for the global commerce agency
    DENVER, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Integer Group , the world's leading growth company focused on commerce and retail, and a key member of Omnicom Commerce Group (OCG) has promoted Gail Obaseki to Vice President, Head of Diversity, Equality & Inclusion (DE&I).
  • In her new role, Obaseki will also focus on building deeper relationships among Integer's employees and clients.
  • Integer is a key member of Omnicom Group Inc. and Omnicom Commerce Group.
  • OCG encompasses Haygarth, The Integer Group, TPN and TracyLocke, together employing 1800 people across 23 markets.

Moody’s Profiles Latest Innovations and Achievements in New Video Series for Upcoming Investor Day Event

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

Interested attendees may view these recordings and register for the event on Moody's Investor Day website .

Key Points: 
  • Interested attendees may view these recordings and register for the event on Moody's Investor Day website .
  • The series provides an insiders look at the Companys latest innovations and achievements, as well as its strategic priorities and growth objectives for 2022 and beyond.
  • Moodys Investor Day will take place at the New York Stock Exchange on March 10, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • Links to the live broadcast will be available on the Moody's Investor Day website and emailed to registered participants shortly before the event begins.

Intersect Power welcomes John Cook as Chief Legal Officer

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Intersect Power, a clean energy company, todaywelcomed John Cook as Chief Legal Officer.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Intersect Power, a clean energy company, todaywelcomed John Cook as Chief Legal Officer.
  • Mr. Cook will join the Company's executiveteam leading the integrated legal activities to support Intersect Power's rapid growth.
  • "John has been our lead outside counsel since we founded Intersect Power and a long-time partner to our team," said Sheldon Kimber, CEO of Intersect Power.
  • "The Intersect Power team's vision for the future of clean energy is wildly exciting, unique, and attainable," said John Cook, Chief Legal Officer of Intersect Power.