The Insurance Source adds First Impressions Specialist
January 24, 2018
The Insurance Source has hired Rachel Love as the company’s First Impressions Specialist. A native of Rock Hill, Love graduated from Clemson University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in…
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South Risk Management selected to join Frankenmuth Insurance network
December 21, 2017South Risk Management is proud to announce that it has joined the agent network of Frankenmuth Insurance of Frankenmuth, Mich. South Risk joins an elite group of independent insurance agencies from…
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South Risk Management selected to join Frankenmuth Insurance network
December 21, 2017
South Risk Management is proud to announce that it has joined the agent network of Frankenmuth Insurance of Frankenmuth, Mich. South Risk joins an elite group of independent insurance agencies from…
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Tech giant Capgemini opens global delivery center in Columbia, SC’s BullStreet District
December 6, 2017
Capgemini today announced it has opened a new delivery center at The BullStreet District in Columbia, S.C., known as the largest urban redevelopment project east of the Mississippi River. Capgemini will service its insurance…
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BlueCross urges residents not to miss ACA deadline on December 15
December 5, 2017
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offers convenient, local enrollment centers throughout the state to help people before Dec. 15. Open enrollment for individual health insurance under the Affordable Care Act ends Dec.…
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Furay recognized as Elite Circle Champion by HealthCare.gov
December 1, 2017
“Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been recognized as one of Healthcare.gov’s Elite Circle of Champions. This national designation is given to insurance brokers who have helped more…
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Furay recognized as Elite Circle Champion by HealthCare.gov
November 30, 2017
“Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been recognized as one of Healthcare.gov’s Elite Circle of Champions. This national designation is given to insurance brokers who have helped more…
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American Specialty Health acquires top floor office space at historic B.B. Kirkland building in Columbia
November 27, 2017. National health services company American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) announced that it has acquired the top floor suite – Unit 300 – at the historic B.B. Kirkland Seed and Distributing Company…
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Allstate awards $75,000 to Alive at 25 teen safe driving
November 17, 2017The Allstate Foundation awards $75,000 to support teen driving awareness through Alive at 25, a defensive driving course from the Southeastern Chapter – National Safety Council (SCNSC). Alive at…
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Allstate awards $75,000 to Alive at 25 teen safe driving
November 17, 2017The Allstate Foundation awards $75,000 to support teen driving awareness through Alive at 25, a defensive driving course from the Southeastern Chapter – National Safety Council (SCNSC). Alive at…
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iTs|SC graduates largest Leadership Insurance class
November 15, 2017Clockwise from back left: John Eric Buffamoyer (Seibels), Diane Wells (Seibels), Arica Carter (BCBS), Yolanda DuBose (Capgemini), Ashley Gilfillan (Software Specialists), Mike Smith (Duck Creek Technologies), Allen Dixon (BCBS), Janet…
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Furay wins NAIFA Quality Award
November 15, 2017
Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been honored by the National Associations of Insurance and Financial Advisors with a 2017 Quality Award. The NAIFA Quality Award provides advisors…
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Guy Furay honored by NAIFA
November 14, 2017
GREER, S.C. – Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been honored by the National Associations of Insurance and Financial Advisors with a 2017 Quality Award. The NAIFA Quality…
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Guy Furay honored by NAIFA
November 14, 2017
GREER, S.C. – Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been honored by the National Associations of Insurance and Financial Advisors with a 2017 Quality Award. The NAIFA Quality…
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HUB Carolinas expands with acquisition of Banyan Consulting Group and sales team hiring
November 13, 2017
KeenanSuggs | HUB (KS | HUB) has announced the acquisition of Banyan Consulting Group, Inc. (Banyan). Â KS | HUB is a division of Hub International Limited (HUB), the 7th largest…
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iTs|SC to host Careers in Insurance Mixer on Nov. 7
October 20, 2017
WHAT: iTs|SC’s annual Careers in Insurance Mixer. This mixer is aimed at connecting students and recent graduates to companies and careers in Columbia’s flourishing insurance technology and services industry, and…
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Andrew Wilson joins South Risk Management team
October 11, 2017Recent Citadel graduate Andrew Wilson has joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC. Andrew started with the company Sept. 5 as an employee benefits account executive. He consults with…
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Andrew Wilson joins South Risk Management team
October 11, 2017
Recent Citadel graduate Andrew Wilson has joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC. Andrew started with the company Sept. 5 as an employee benefits account executive. He consults with…
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Insurance Source’s Furay named to Leadership Greer
September 19, 2017
Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been named to Leadership Greer Class 38. Leadership Greer was established in 1978 by the Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce for the…
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Colonial Life sponsors new teacher success program
September 18, 2017
The path to success for new teachers could be a little smoother, thanks to a new University of South Carolina teacher induction program sponsored by Colonial Life. The company’s $25,000 commitment to the…
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Select Health makes it easier for members to get medical help during Hurricane Irma
September 12, 2017
Policies Temporarily Lifted to Help Members in Affected Areas Access Needed Care and Services North Charleston, S.C. — Select Health of South Carolina, the state’s oldest and largest Medicaid managed care…
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Colonial Life names Russ Plyler to head Northwest Region
September 5, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Russ Plyler has been named vice president of sales for Colonial Life’s Northwest region. Plyler is responsible for leading the company’s distribution teams in the 18-state Northwest…
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IMARA Woman magazine brings Health Empowerment Tour presented by First Choice and AmeriHealth Caritas partnership to West Columbia
August 24, 2017
Event offers inspiring speakers, health screenings, seminars and entertainment at no cost IMARA Woman magazine’s 16th annual Health Empowerment Tour, presented by Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health…
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IMARA Woman magazine brings Health Empowerment Tour presented by First Choice and AmeriHealth Caritas partnership to West Columbia
August 24, 2017
Event offers inspiring speakers, health screenings, seminars and entertainment at no cost IMARA Woman magazine’s 16th annual Health Empowerment Tour, presented by Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health…
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A Conversation with Spann Laffitte of Delta Dental of South Carolina
August 15, 2017
H. Spann Laffitte, Jr. is vice president of sales and account management at Delta Dental of South Carolina, a dental benefits leader and a non-profit organization with a social mission…
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Canal Insurance Company announces leadership changes
August 14, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Paul Brocklebank, President and Chief Executive Officer of Canal Insurance Company, announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has recently approved the following changes in leadership. Mr.…
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Colonial Life awards $20,000 to Lexington Two teachers
August 13, 2017
Colonial Life is awarding $20,000 in grants to more than 20 Lexington School District Two educators through its Strong Schools Grant program. The program supports teachers in the school district…
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Midlands educators to receive $20,000 for school projects
August 7, 2017
More than 20 Lexington School District Two educators will receive thousands of dollars to support classroom projects and lessons through the Colonial Life Strong Schools Grant program. The recipients will…
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Palmer & Cay acquires Millennium Benefits Consulting
August 7, 2017Privately held insurance broker Palmer & Cay, LLC has broadened its service capabilities with the acquisition of Atlanta-based Millennium Benefits Consulting, announced Jack Cay, Palmer & Cay’s president and CEO.…
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Palmer & Cay acquires Millennium Benefits Consulting
August 7, 2017
Privately held insurance broker Palmer & Cay, LLC has broadened its service capabilities with the acquisition of Atlanta-based Millennium Benefits Consulting, announced Jack Cay, Palmer & Cay’s president and CEO.…
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Local educators learn from business leaders in Midlands Educator Leadership Experience
August 4, 2017Local educators will be better equipped to prepare students for the workplace of the future because of the Midlands Educator Leadership Experience, which recently began a 10-month journey of…
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5 students awarded annual SCHBSIF scholarship, awards dinner held
August 3, 2017Five SC Students Receive College Scholarships from Workers’ Compensation Insurer SCHB Self Insurers Fund is pleased to announce the recipients of their 20172018 Scholarship Award Program. Five $1,000 scholarships were…
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5 students awarded annual SCHBSIF scholarship, awards dinner held
August 3, 2017Five SC Students Receive College Scholarships from Workers’ Compensation Insurer SCHB Self Insurers Fund is pleased to announce the recipients of their 20172018 Scholarship Award Program. Five $1,000 scholarships were…
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5 students awarded annual SCHBSIF scholarship, awards dinner held
August 3, 2017Five SC Students Receive College Scholarships from Workers’ Compensation Insurer SCHB Self Insurers Fund is pleased to announce the recipients of their 20172018 Scholarship Award Program. Five $1,000 scholarships were…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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Allstate Insurance Agent welcomes office sales manger
July 11, 2017Charleston-based Allstate Insurance Agent Steve Peper announces the hiring of Dave Jachelski as the new Agency Office Sales Manager. Dave joins the Peper Agency from a similar sized multi-office agency…
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Allstate Insurance Agent welcomes office sales manger
July 11, 2017Charleston-based Allstate Insurance Agent Steve Peper announces the hiring of Dave Jachelski as the new Agency Office Sales Manager. Dave joins the Peper Agency from a similar sized multi-office agency…
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Allstate Insurance Agent welcomes office sales manger
July 11, 2017
Charleston-based Allstate Insurance Agent Steve Peper announces the hiring of Dave Jachelski as the new Agency Office Sales Manager. Dave joins the Peper Agency from a similar sized multi-office agency…
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Former college football standout begins new career
July 5, 2017Good Life Insurance Associates announced today that Romelo Doctor, has completed the contracting requirements to become a licensed Insurance Advisor. Doctor joins Good Life Insurance Associates after finishing a stellar…
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Former college football standout begins new career
July 5, 2017
Good Life Insurance Associates announced today that Romelo Doctor, has completed the contracting requirements to become a licensed Insurance Advisor. Doctor joins Good Life Insurance Associates after finishing a stellar…
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Two join South Risk Management team
June 16, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Two new members have joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC, a Columbia-based company serving customers in South Carolina and throughout the Southeast. Spencer Lindsey started…
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Two join South Risk Management team
June 16, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Two new members have joined the team at South Risk Management, LLC, a Columbia-based company serving customers in South Carolina and throughout the Southeast. Spencer Lindsey started…
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KeenanSuggs|HUB recognizes Eric Elkins Top of the Table achievement
May 17, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – KeenanSuggs|HUB International top advisor, Eric Elkins, has qualified for Top of the Table of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT). Elkins has been a consistent Top of…
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Ernie Yarborough will attempt to swim from Timberlake to the dam – 10 miles!
May 10, 2017
Along with being a local Nationwide Insurance Agent for close to 20 years, Ernie Yarborough also volunteers every Thursday morning at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital and spends most of my…
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Colonial Life names top customer service employees
April 17, 2017
Forty-eight Colonial Life and Unum employees in Columbia have been recognized by the company for superior customer service. The group selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program was chosen from…
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Furay wins third Soaring Eagle Award
March 22, 2017
Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been honored by The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) with a 2017 Soaring Eagle Award. The Soaring Eagle Award is the…
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Furay wins third Soaring Eagle Award
March 22, 2017
Guy Furay, owner of The Insurance Source, has been honored by The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) with a 2017 Soaring Eagle Award. The Soaring Eagle Award is the…
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Colonial Life contributes $2.4 million to community organizations
March 8, 2017
Colonial Life and its employees teamed up to contribute more than $2.4 million across the region last year. The multi-million-dollar impact came from more than $1.74 million in corporate contributions…
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Canal Insurance Company re-elects and adds two to its Board Of Directors
March 7, 2017
The Shareholders of Canal Insurance Company at the Company’s Annual Meeting re-elected Mr. Lansing Crane, Mr. Victor Lund, Mr. David Pauly, Mr. William R. Timmons, III, Ms. Ann Pelham Cullen,…
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