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Harver Completes Workday Certified Integration
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harver, a Workday (NASDAQ:WDAY) Innovation Partner, today announced that it has achieved Workday Certified Integration status. Harver provides customers with a seamless integration that connects Workday Recruiting with Harver’s predictive assessment solutions. Harver’s certified integration with Workday gives talent teams efficient access to Harver’s validated, science-backed assessments so they can confidently predict performance and hire top talent using objective dat
Colbeck Capital to Attend Florida ACG Capital Connection
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Colbeck Capital Management (“Colbeck”), a leading middle-market private credit firm focused on strategic lending, is pleased to share that Jared Talisman, Managing Director, will be attending the Florida ACG Capital Connection. The event, to be held November 13-15 at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura, FL, will gather middle-market dealmaking professionals from across the Southeast for three days of networking and strategic insights. Founded
Godspeed Capital-Backed Stengel Hill Architecture Acquires Mason Blau & Associates
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Godspeed Capital Management LP (“Godspeed Capital”), a lower middle market Defense & Government services, solutions, and technology focused private equity firm, today announced the acquisition of Mason Blau & Associates, Inc. (“MBA”) by its architecture, engineering, and consulting (“AEC”) services platform, Stengel Hill Architecture (“SHA”). SHA is an award-winning architecture, master planning, and interior design firm focused on serving the U.S. heal
PROS Appoints Colleen Langevin as Chief Marketing Officer
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CMO--PROS Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PRO), a leading provider of AI-powered SaaS pricing and selling solutions, today announced the appointment of Colleen Langevin as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Langevin brings more than 20 years of experience in driving go-to-market success for B2B and B2C companies, building strong brands and helping to accelerate revenue growth for private and public technology brands. As CMO, Langevin will lead PROS global marketing organization and strat
Winston Hall Moves Into New Role as Second Vice President and Retirement Plans Actuary
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) announced today that Winston Hall has moved into the role of second vice president and retirement plans actuary. Hall has worked at The Standard since 2022, most recently as second vice president and actuary in Actuarial Transformation Strategy and Enablement. In his new role, Hall will lead The Standard’s recordkeeping, retirement plans institutional and FHLB actuarial teams as well as the recordkeeping pricing team. "W
Nodal Exchange Achieves New Records in Its Power (Up 23%), Environmental (Up 621%) and Natural Gas (Up 261%) Markets
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nodal Exchange today announced new trading records in its power, environmental and natural gas markets.
Kestra Private Wealth Services and The Sade Group Welcome New Advisor to Independence
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kestra Private Wealth Services (Kestra PWS), a registered investment adviser subsidiary of Kestra Financial, Inc., today welcomed Worth Trainor to its community of independent financial professionals in partnership with Stuart, Florida-based firm, The Sade Group Private Wealth Management, now Riverside Private Wealth Management, which joined the Kestra network in 2015. Located in Stuart, Florida, the firm is led by Founder and Managing Director Scott Sade and pro
ENVY™ Apples Partners with Hallmark Channel’s Andrew Walker to Celebrate the Sweetest Moments of Holiday Entertaining
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This holiday season, ENVY™ apples—one of the top premium branded apples in the U.S.—is partnering with Hallmark Channel star Andrew Walker to share his favorite apple with fans at the inaugural Hallmark Christmas Experience, a month-long immersive event near Hallmark’s headquarters in Kansas City, MO. During the second weekend of the Hallmark Christmas Experience, Walker will be available to greet guests at the ENVY™ sampling pop-up at select times December 6–8. St
Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety Professionals Take Crucial Steps to Enhance Protection for Workers and Communities Against Hazards
FALLS CHURCH, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #aihaconnect--A recent study indicates that traditional methods for assessing worker exposure to hazards, which often rely on professional opinion and experience, may underestimate risks to workers. To better protect workers and communities, leading occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) professionals are advocating for advanced risk-assessment techniques that incorporate statistical tools and other approaches into their daily practices through the new “Im
Brightcove Sets a New Standard for Video Marketing Measurement With the Launch of 'Marketing Insights’
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BCOV #analytics--Brightcove launches Marketing Insights, a solution to help marketers optimize their content strategies and campaigns with in-depth video insights.
Protective’s Steve Walker, Vice Chairman, Finance & Risk, Announces Plans to Retire
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (Dai-ichi, TSE:8750), announces the retirement of Steve Walker, Vice Chairman, Finance & Risk, effective Dec. 31, 2024, following a career that spanned more than two decades at Protective. Walker’s current team, including the risk and corporate actuarial functions, will be realigned under the leadership of Paul Wells, EVP & Chief Financial Officer. In addition, Wade
First American Financial Corporation to Participate in the Stephens Annual Investment Conference
SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), a premier provider of title, settlement and risk solutions for real estate transactions and the leader in the digital transformation of its industry, today announced that company management will participate in a fireside chat at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference in Nashville, Tenn. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 at 9 a.m. EST. A live webcast of the fireside chat may be accessed at http://www.firstam.com/inv
American Plus Bank, N.A. Agrees to Acquire Long Beach, California, Branch of United Fidelity Bank, fsb.
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Plus Bank is pleased to announce its entry into a definitive agreement to acquire the Long Beach, California, branch of United Fidelity Bank, fsb, doing business as International City Bank. The terms of the agreement provide for American Plus Bank to acquire all the premises and equipment at the Branch, most of the deposits totaling approximately $107 million as of October 31, 2024, and selected loans totaling approximately $86 million as of October 31, 20
Best’s Special Report: Higher Utilization, Regulatory Challenges Pressure Medicare Advantage Segment, Prompting Some Carriers to Exit Market
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--Higher utilization of Medicare Advantage (MA) and a lower level of increase to reimbursement rates has led to rising loss ratios and narrowing profitability among health insurers offering MA plans, according to a new AM Best report. According to the Best’s Special Report, “Higher Utilization, Regulatory Challenges, Pressure Medicare Advantage Segment,” competition and underwriting performance vary by state, but underwriting losses are becoming more prevalent. In
Assent Recognized as a Leader in Supply Chain Sustainability Software by Independent Research Firm
OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AssentEvolve--Assent, Inc. has been recognized by independent research firm Verdantix as a leader in supply chain sustainability software in the recently released Green Quadrant: Supply Chain Sustainability Software 2024 report. The research reinforces the validity of investing in ESG and sustainability, as it has become a priority for manufacturers and is anticipated to grow to $6.8 billion by 2028, according to Verdantix. Assent's foresight in predicting this shift toward
Gwinnett Clinic Partners with Ambetter Health to Launch a Bold Patient-Centric Health Insurance Plan on the Georgia Access Marketplace
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #healthcare--Gwinnett Clinic, Ltd., and Ambetter Health from Peach State Health Plan (Centene Corporation) are teaming up to offer a new health insurance plan for patients in Gwinnett County - Ambetter Health Gwinnett Clinic Select. Availability of Gwinnett Clinic Select started November 1st on Georgia Access, which is Georgia’s new state-based exchange for administration of health plans offered through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Gwinnett Clinic is northeast Atlanta’s premie
Wedbush Securities Welcomes Lisa Marcelli as Managing Director in Houston, TX
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #NewHires--Wedbush Securities, a prominent diversified independent financial services provider, is pleased to announce that Lisa Marcelli CFP®, CDFA®, will be joining the firm as Managing Director of Skyward Financial, part of Wedbush’s Independent Franchise Owner Network (IFON). Marcelli will play a key role in expanding Wedbush’s presence and capabilities in the Texas market. Joining from B. Riley, Marcelli brings 30 years of investment experience to her role as Managing Direct
UWM Holdings Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2024 Results
PONTIAC, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #UWMC--UWM Holdings Corporation (NYSE: UWMC) (the "Company"), the publicly traded indirect parent of United Wholesale Mortgage (“UWM”), today announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Total loan origination volume for the third quarter 2024 was $39.5 billion, of which $26.2 billion was purchase volume. The Company reported 3Q24 net income of $31.9 million, inclusive of a $446.1 million decline in fair value of MSRs and a $226.9 million gain
VanEck Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Global Resources Fund
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VanEck marks 30th anniversary of Global Resources Fund; exemplifies firm’s forward-thinking approach to providing exposures to diverse asset classes.
CORRECTING and REPLACING Thryv Accelerates SaaS Revenue Growth and Achieves the "Rule of 40" in Third Quarter 2024
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Headline of release should read: Thryv Accelerates SaaS Revenue Growth and Achieves the "Rule of 40" in Third Quarter 2024 The updated release reads: THRYV ACCELERATES SAAS REVENUE GROWTH AND ACHIEVES THE "RULE OF 40" IN THIRD QUARTER 2024 – Grows SaaS Revenue 29% in Q3 2024 – Raises Full Year 2024 SaaS guidance – Seasoned NDR increases 900 bps year-over-year to 101% – Closes acquisition of Infusion Software, Inc., "Keap" Thryv Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:THRY) (“Thryv” or