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Detroit Public School Students Have Until May 30th To Apply To Attend The Winning Futures And Gregory Kelser “Shoot For Your Goals” Summer Camp Free Of Charge

smason — Fri, 18 May 2012 05:55:09 +0000

Powerlink extends application deadline for current eighth and ninth graders in Detroit Public Schools to apply for 150 free spots in the “Shoot For Your Goals” basketball and leadership camp.

DETROIT, May 18, 2012 – Powerlink Facilities Management Services (Powerlink), a Detroit-based facilities management and maintenance company, along with Sodexo and the Detroit Public Schools (DPS) Foundation, has partnered with Winning Futures and Gregory Kelser’s “Shoot For Your Goals” Basketball Camp to sponsor more than 150 Detroit Public School students’ free participation in a week-long camp, which includes not only basketball, but learning basic skills that will make their high school experience a success. Powerlink President and CEO Link Howard III made the announcement.

After a successful camp experience in 2011, the “Shoot For Your Goals” camp is again being sponsored by the DPS Foundation, in conjunction with the Sodexo Powerlink partnership, which handles facilities for the school district. Eighth and ninth grade students currently enrolled in the DPS district, including DPS charter schools students, now have until May 30, 2012 to apply for their chance to secure one of 150 free spots at the camp. Students can obtain an application from most DPS middle/junior high school administration offices or by visiting www.winningfutures.org.

2012 marks the second consecutive year of the Winning Futures and Gregory Kelser “Shoot For Your Goals”” Basketball Camp, a unique combination of sports training and academic preparation. The camp will be held June 18 – 22, 2012 at Cass Tech High School located at 2501 2^nd Avenue in Detroit and will present the opportunity for students to learn skills this summer that should help them get around a basketball court and through their first year of high school with better success. This collaborative, week-long camp was launched in June 2011 by Warren, Mich.-headquartered Winning Futures, a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching life skills and mentoring young adults as they strive to find the right path to success, and Gregory (Greg) Kelser, an alumnus of Detroit Henry Ford High School, former captain of the Michigan State University basketball team, previous Detroit Piston and broadcaster for Piston’s games on FOX Sports Detroit. Kelser also offers popular basketball camps that combine athletic conditioning and skill building with daily messages emphasizing how extremely important education has been in his life. Kelser challenges every camp participant to pursue education with the same determination and energy he or she uses for sports.

In addition to the basketball clinic, the “Shoot For Your Goals” camp provides complimentary breakfast and lunch, daily workshops for attendees on self-esteem building, leadership training, values, goals and overall academic achievement. Sponsors, such as Powerlink, DPS Foundation and Sodexo, will enable approximately 150 qualifying DPS students, transitioning from eight to ninth grade, to attend the camp free of charge. A student’s first year of high school has been proven to play a critical role in future academic progress, which is why Winning Futures strongly believes in connecting with students at this impactful juncture and preparing them for success in the upcoming school year, which, in turn, makes high school graduation for such students much more probable.

“We are honored to again be a part of such an important program for Detroit students, “ stated Howard. “Winning Futures has done an excellent job of developing the camp’s curriculum around several skills students will need to succeed in that first year of high school. What Greg Kelser will teach the students about focus and discipline from an athletic perspective, will be supported and applied to academics and everyday life through the talented Winning Futures mentors on-site. We look forward to seeing even more students participating in the camp this summer.”

“Each year we are more and more amazed at the generosity and commitment of our sponsors, such as Powerlink, DPS Foundation and Sodexo,” said Kristina Marshall, president and CEO of Winning Futures. “It is through their generosity this year that has enabled us to provide these wonderful educational and leadership building opportunities for eight graders in Detroit Public Schools. We truly thank each of our sponsors for their continued support and belief that we can make a difference in young people’s lives.”

For more information on the Winning Futures and Gregory Kelser Detroit Basketball camp, please visit www.winningfutures.org.

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Based in Detroit, Mich., Powerlink Facilities Management (Powerlink) is an ISO 9001-certified facilities management and maintenance services company whose professional staff follows industry standards for quality and process to help customers reduce costs, improve efficiency and experience the best in customer service at each Powerlink touch point. For more information, please visit www.powerlinkonline.com.

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Detroit Country Day School Student to Compete for Spot on U.S. International Chemistry Olympiad Team

scollica — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:00:52 +0000

BEVERLY HILLS, Mich., May 17, 2012 — Detroit Country Day School is pleased to announce National Chemistry Champion Sidharth Chand has qualified to compete for one of four spots on the U.S. team bound for the 44^th Annual International Chemistry Olympiad being held July 21-30 at the University of Maryland, College Park. Detroit Country Day School Headmaster Glen Shilling made the announcement.

A junior at DCDS, Chand is one of only 20 students nationwide invited to a two-week intensive study camp at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. To qualify, 12,000 high school students across the U.S. completed an intensive three-part exam. Chand’s performance on this exam, along with teacher recommendations, qualified him to take the National Chemistry Olympiad test. Out of more than 1,000 of the nation’s brightest chemistry students who took the national test, he advanced to the top 20 and will now be attending the study camp being held June 5-20.

During the camp, students will receive college-level training, with an emphasis on organic chemistry, through a series of lectures, problem-solving exercises, lab work and testing. At the camp’s conclusion, only four finalists will be chosen to advance to the International Chemistry Olympiad, where they will compete with their peers from more than 70 nations for gold, silver and bronze medals.

For the first time since 1992, the U.S. will host the International Chemistry Olympiad organized by the American Chemical Society.

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About Detroit Country Day School

Detroit Country Day School offers students from preschool through high school an exemplary education rooted in academic vigor and a commitment to the full development of each student’s potential. The school is an independent, coeducational, non-denominational, college preparatory school nationally recognized for excellence in academics, athletics and the fine and performing arts. Founded in 1914 by F. Alden Shaw, Detroit Country Day School today enrolls more than 1,500 students on four campuses located in Beverly Hills and Bloomfield Township, Michigan. For additional information, please visit www.dcds.edu.

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Daniel Soleimani Joins Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C. As Associate Attorney

kwysocki — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:47:33 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 16, 2012 – Daniel Soleimani has joined Southfield-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C. as an associate in the Firm’s tax and estate planning group. Jaffe CEO William Sider made the announcement.

Prior to joining Jaffe, Mr. Soleimani was an associate at Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease where he focused on complex commercial litigation matters.

Mr. Soleimani is a graduate of Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, where he was a member of the distinguished honor society Order of the Coif, a recipient of the 2011 Georgia Tax Conference Award and the Deans Award for International Taxation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, graduating summa cum laude. He is licensed to practice law in Ohio.

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Michigan-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss is recognized throughout the nation as a relationship-based, highly qualified, full-service business law firm. With an outstanding reputation for providing sophisticated legal services and counsel to businesses of all sizes, family-owned enterprises, individuals and entrepreneurs, Jaffe has more than 100 attorneys in its Southfield, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Philadelphia, and Naples offices.

Among the Firm’s practice areas are appellate, aviation, corporate, criminal, e-commerce, electronic banking, employee benefits, environmental, estate planning, family law, financial services, immigration, insolvency & reorganization, insurance, intellectual property, information technology, litigation, labor, mergers & acquisitions, mortgage banking, property tax appeals, public finance, real estate, securities and tax law.

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Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown Hotel Completes Guest Room Renovation

smason — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:45:54 +0000

Substantial updates made to all 259 guest rooms

Greenbelt, Md., May 15, 2012— Chesapeake Hospitality, one of the country’s fastest growing third-party hotel management companies, is pleased to announce the completion of a major room renovation at the Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown Hotel, providing guests a bright and contemporary look for 2012. Kim Sims, president of Chesapeake Hospitality, made the announcement.

Houston travelers are now invited to experience updated rooms featuring new carpeting and wall vinyl, new window drapes and treatments, new lighting, new work desks with ergonomic seating, in-room safes with space for laptop storage, upgraded cable with HD and premium movie channels, and faster wireless Internet access, which is complimentary to all guests during their stay.

“Chesapeake Hospitality is absolutely devoted to ensuring our properties have the best amenities available for our guests,” said Sims. “We are constantly striving to improve each and every guest touch point, ultimately impacting their time with us. This exciting renovation will take an already outstanding property to a new level offering guests a memorable experience.”

Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown is the premier choice in downtown Houston hotels, providing an unequalled experience for both corporate and leisure guests. In addition to the refreshed rooms, guests enjoy complimentary shuttle service throughout the downtown area, 24-hour business amenities, a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, more than 12,000 square feet of event space and on-site dining at Brazos Restaurant & Lounge.

“With this renovation, we’re offering loyal returning guests something fresh and exciting to go along with everything they already love about Crowne Plaza—such as our prime downtown location and engaging service,” said Tanya Taylor, Director of Sales of the Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown. “Our first-time guests will have the pleasure of experiencing our best stay yet.”

For more information about Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown and the recent renovations, call 1-713-739-8800 or visit www.cpdowntown.com.

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About Chesapeake Hospitality

Headquartered in Greenbelt, Md., just outside of Washington, D.C., Chesapeake Hospitality is a mid-sized, third-party hotel management company with a proven track record in both full- and select-service hotels. Ranked in the top 50 largest independent operators, the company manages properties under the Hilton, Starwood and InterContinental Hotel Group brand families. For additional information, visit the company’s website: www.chesapeakehospitality.com.

About Crowne Plaza Downtown Houston

Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown is the premier choice in downtown Houston hotels, providing an unequalled experience for both corporate and leisure guests. Rest easy in freshly renovated rooms, grab a bold, Texas-style meal at Brazos Restaurant, and explore all the remarkable Houston attractions just minutes from our central downtown location. Event and meeting planners may also take advantage of some of the finest wedding and banquet facilities in Houston. For more information, visit the website at www.cpdowntown.com or call 1-713-739-8800.

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X Team International Reports First Quarter Transaction Volume

scollica — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:02:34 +0000

SAN FRANCISCO, May 15, 2012—X Team International, an international alliance of retail real estate advisors with expertise in more than 45 major markets throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe, released first quarter transaction volumes for the alliance totaling more than $780 million. X Team International President John Cumbelich made the announcement.

During the first quarter of 2012, the alliance reported combined results of retail leases and sales totaling $789,804,350. Leasing activity accounted for 78 percent of the total transaction volume or $617,661,150, with more than 5.2 million square feet of retail space absorbed across major North American retail markets. The volume of sales during the first quarter included 1.5 million square feet of building sales and more than 99 acres of undeveloped land sales, totaling $172,143,200.

“The recession has provided numerous opportunities for our retail clients,” said Cumbelich. “As a result, we are seeing activity levels increase in every region we represent, and are optimistic the increased activity will continue through 2012.”

About X Team International

X Team is an international alliance of retail real estate specialists with offices located in major cities throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. X Team partners average more than 20 years of industry experience, with expertise in major markets worldwide, specializing in tenant, property and developer/landlord representation, workout services, property dispositions and retail investments. X Team services include transaction negotiation, portfolio analysis, lease valuations, acquisitions, and asset assessment and valuation. For more information, please visit www.xteam.net.

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David H. Fink Named President of Bloomfield Hills Schools Foundation

kwysocki — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:30:29 +0000

Recent bond approval inspires stakeholders to promote schools

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., May 11 2012 – David H. Fink, managing partner of Bloomfield Hills, Mich.-based Fink + Associates Law, has been named president of the Bloomfield Hills Schools Foundation.

The Foundation was created to preserve the extraordinary educational opportunities provided by Bloomfield Hills Schools, while revenues from the State School Aid Fund continue to decline. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Foundation creates an opportunity for individuals and families to help the Bloomfield Hills School District stay strong.

“The approval of the $58.7 million bond marks the apparent end to years of controversy regarding the District’s future,” said Fink. “I am excited by the broad community support reflected in the bond vote. With this issue resolved, it’s the perfect time for the community to build a strong Foundation which can guarantee superior schools for the children of this District for many years to come.”

Fink has been an active supporter of Bloomfield Hills Schools, and his children have all attended the District. Outside of this volunteer role, Fink is managing partner of Fink + Associates Law. He was named a 2011 “Leader in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly and has been listed as a Super Lawyer in Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2007. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Harvard College and a cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School and serves on the Michigan State Officers Compensation Commission (SOCC), the Board of Directors of Jewish Family Services of Metropolitan Detroit and the Michigan State Bar Committee on Judicial Qualifications.

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The Bloomfield Hills Schools Foundation was established to provide district parents, students, employees, businesses and community members with a way to positively affect public education. The Foundation is a 501(c) 3 organization with a mission to sustain and enhance the level of academic and co-curricular excellence that defines Bloomfield Hills Schools. For more information http://www.bhschoolsfoundation.org/

About Fink + Associates Law

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based Fink + Associates Law represents both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of complex commercial litigation and class action matters. The firm’s areas of practice include business disputes, antitrust, consumer fraud, environmental law, intergovernmental disputes, securities fraud, shareholder derivative litigation, and construction contract matters. For more information, call 248.971.2500 or visit www.finkandassociateslaw.com.

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Powerlink Among ICIC and Fortune Magazine’s Inner City 100 Winners

amaccormick — Fri, 11 May 2012 12:42:09 +0000

Annual ranking showcases the 100 fastest-growing urban businesses in America.

DETROIT, May 11, 2012 – The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) and Fortune Magazine announced that Powerlink Facilities Management Services (Powerlink), a Detroit-based facilities management and maintenance company, was ranked number 83 on the 2012 Inner City 100, a list of the fastest-growing inner city companies in the U.S. The Inner City 100 program recognizes successful inner city companies and their CEOs as role models for entrepreneurship, innovative business practices and job creation in America’s urban communities. Powerlink President and CEO Link Howard III made the announcement.

The full list can be viewed at Fortune.com

“We are honored to be included in the Inner City 100, our success can be attributed to our incredible team” said Howard. “Together we will continue our efforts to provide exceptional service to clients, create additional employment opportunities and support the Detroit community.”

The rankings for each company were announced at the Inner City 100 Awards on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 in Boston, MA. Winners attended a two-day small business symposium featuring executive education case studies and how-to workshops from leading content providers, including Harvard Business School, Babson College, Boston University, Next Street and R/GA.

The Inner City 100 list provides unmatched original data on the fastest growing inner city businesses in the U.S. In the last 14 years, 720 different companies have earned positions on the Inner City 100, collectively generating more than $2.2 billion in annual revenues and creating nearly 73,000 new jobs. Chevron Corporation, Staples and Goldman Sachs are long-time sponsors of the program.

For the 2012 list, winners represent a wide span of geography, operating in 46 cities and 30 states. The 2012 Inner City 100 winners grew at a compound annual growth rate of 40 percent and an average standard growth rate of 577 percent between 2006 and 2010. Collectively, the top 100 inner city businesses employ 7,965 employees and have created more than 4,635 new jobs between 2006 and 2010. Not only are they powerful job creators in their communities, but they also treat their employees well – a stunning 93% of the list provide health insurance.

“We are delighted to celebrate businesses like Powerlink that are playing a critical role in revitalizing communities across the country. Through their achievements, the Inner City 100 winners exemplify America’s remarkable potential and the future of our urban centers,” said Mary Kay Leonard, ICIC President and CEO. “These extraordinary companies demonstrate the market potential that exists within our inner cities and the growth that is at the heart of all urban entrepreneurial successes.”

The list is proof of concept that doing business in an inner city area holds a distinct competitive advantage. ICIC has been studying the economic condition of the largest 100 American cities for more than a decade and is working to revitalize inner cities across the country.

Highlights of the 2012 Inner City 100 include:

Employ 7,965 workers and have created 4,635 new jobs in the last five years.
25% are women-owned. Nationally, only 10% of companies with over $1 million in annual revenues are women-owned.
Companies generated $15.3 million in revenues on average and $1.5 billion in the aggregate.
36% are minority-owned. Nationally, only 21% of all companies are headed by minorities.
40% of their workers are inner city residents.

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Richard A. Zussman and Brian S. Raznick Elected to Jaffe’s Board of Directors

kwysocki — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:54:06 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 10, 2012 – Southfield-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C. announced today that Richard (Rick) Zussman and Brian Raznick have been elected to the Firm’s Board of Directors. Jaffe CEO Bill Sider made the announcement.

As members of Jaffe’s Board of Directors, Zussman and Raznick will be responsible for the growth, strategic development, and day-to-day operations of the 200-person firm.

Zussman, who preceded Sider as CEO of the Firm, is a member of Jaffe’s Real Estate Practice Group where he specializes in commercial real estate and business planning. He graduated with honors from the University of Iowa and is a magna cum laude and order of the coif graduate of the University of Michigan Law School.

Raznick has been with the Firm for more than 15 years and is a member of its Business Transaction Practice Group, specializing in real estate and business law. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and is a graduate of Boston University Law School.

Zussman and Raznick join Thomas Coughlin, Eric Linden, Bill Sider, Susan Sutton and Arthur Weiss who all currently serve on the seven-member Board of Directors.

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First Hospitality Group, Inc. to “Top Off” Construction of Historic Adaptive Reuse Project

amaccormick — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:11:18 +0000

Community leaders to recognize transformation of the Loyalty Building to Hilton Garden Inn

Rosemont, Ill. May 7, 2012 – Rosemont, Ill.-based First Hospitality Group, Inc. (FHG) announced today it has completed the structural framework to transform the landmark Loyalty Building into the new 128-room Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Hotel. First Hospitality Group, Inc. President and COO Robert J. Habeeb made the announcement.

This construction milestone will be celebrated with a “topping off” ceremony on Tuesday, May 15 that will bring together local community leaders for a guided tour of the historic building, speeches from key project leaders and a reception at the nearby Grain Exchange Room. Attendees will include local government officials, Historical Society and VISIT Milwaukee members, former Loyalty Building tenants and project staff.

“The Hilton Garden Inn redevelopment is a critical component of the city’s plan to revive the North Broadway Street corridor,” said Alderman Robert Bauman. “This adaptive reuse project will stimulate economic growth in the downtown and maintain the unique character of the famed Loyalty Building.”

The transformation of the Loyalty Building, one of the city’s architectural gems and the original headquarters of Northwestern Mutual Life circa 1886, began in late 2011. A Milwaukee and Wisconsin Landmark, as well as being featured on the National Register of Historic Places, the redevelopment of the property will create a positive impact on the local economy and job creation, and increase downtown foot traffic. The building features a magnificent four-story atrium, original granite and limestone floors and façades, and one of the best-preserved and most celebrated 19^th century commercial interiors in the state.

“This project will allow the Loyalty Building to show its true splendor and its granite will glimmer again,” said Anna-Marie Opgenorth, Executive Director, Historic Milwaukee, Inc. “As a neighbor to this building, we are thrilled about this project. First Hospitality Group, Inc. is invested in and understands the redevelopment of historic buildings and it is also a win-win for both historic preservation in Milwaukee and economic development.”

Construction for the new Hilton Garden Inn is scheduled for completion by this summer. First Hospitality Group, Inc. will own and operate the property. The hotel is expected to create 75 jobs.

“Adaptive reuse projects like this maintain the important historic fabric of a building’s architecture while reenergizing the building with new offerings that ensure these landmarks will be enjoyed and preserved for generations into the 21st century and beyond,” said Habeeb. “In addition, this project is a complement to our growing portfolio of sustainable hotel conversion projects, which is an environmentally sound way to revitalize and add a level of vibrancy to communities.”

In addition to the Hilton Garden Inn, the Loyalty Building will include approximately 4,500 square feet of ground floor retail space, which is anticipated to include innovative food and beverage outlets. The Hilton Garden Inn will work in concert with the iconic Grain Exchange Room operated by Bartolotta Restaurants located in the neighboring Mackie Building. The Mackie Building, also on the National Historic Register, is owned by an affiliate of First MKD, LLC, and is currently in process of its own restoration. Additional improvements are scheduled for the Mackie Building, which will have more than 20,000 square feet of renovated office space available for lease.

About First Hospitality Group

First Hospitality Group Inc. has been involved in the development, ownership, and management of hotels since 1985. Currently, the First Hospitality Group, Inc. portfolio of over 52 hotels consists primarily of Hilton and Marriott affiliated assets. In addition, First Hospitality Group, Inc. has ownership interests and manages hotels affiliated with InterContinental, Hyatt, and Carlson. For further information, visit www.fhginc.com.

About Hilton Garden Inn

Hilton Garden Inn is the award-winning, upscale, yet affordable hotel brand that continually strives to ensure today’s busy travelers have everything they need to be most productive on the road — from our oh-so-comfortable Garden Sleep System® bed to complimentary wired and Wi-Fi Internet access in all guestrooms. So whether on the road for personal or business reasons, travellers can count on the brand to support them on their road to success. Log on to www.hgimediacenter.com or visit www.hgi.com for more information.Connect with Hilton Garden Inn at www.facebook.com/hiltongardeninn, www.twitter.com/HGI_INNsider.

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Mark Krysinski Recognized as Top Rated Lawyer

kwysocki — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:23:40 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 7, 2012 — Mark Krysinski, partner with Southfield, Michigan-based law firm Jaffe Raitt Heuer Weiss, P.C., has been recognized by The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel as a 2012 Top Rated Lawyer® in Corporate Real Estate Law. Jaffe CEO William Sider made the announcement.

Mr. Krysinski is a member of the Real Estate Practice Group, specializing in commercial development and leasing of real estate; financing and leasing of office, industrial, apartment and retail projects nationwide; complex mixed-use condominium developments, manufactured housing communities and multi-family housing communities.

He is immediate past Chairman of the Real Property Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and former chair of the State Bar Commercial Leasing Committee.

Mr. Krysinski has also been named as a Michigan Super Lawyer annually since 2006 and is Martindale Hubbell® rated “AV” (Pre-eminent 5.0).

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ISCG Is Awarded Best In Class Distinction By Haworth Inc.

amaccormick — Fri, 04 May 2012 12:32:50 +0000

ROYAL OAK, Mich., May 4, 2012 – Royal Oak-based ISCG, a commercial interiors firm providing all elements necessary for creating inspired workplaces, has been named a 2012 Haworth Inc. Best In Class Partner. CEO Mary Ann Lievois made the announcement.

The honorable distinction of Best In Class is awarded to partners that exemplify excellence in customer satisfaction, sales and operational excellence. ISCG is part of a select group of fewer than 25 preferred partners chosen for this honor out of more than 100 partners that represent Haworth Inc. in North America.

“The Best in Class distinction is a testament to our extraordinary team and their commitment to our clients,” said Lievois. “We are honored to be recognized by our partners at Haworth.”

“Only through outstanding partners like ISCG is Haworth able to provide the exceptional service experience our customers deserve,” said Franco Bianchi, president and CEO of Haworth Inc.

About ISCG

ISCG is a commercial interiors firm providing all elements necessary for creating inspired workplaces. The firm serves as a trusted advisor, guiding and supporting their clients by offering furnishings and interior design, furniture installation and facilities planning services. ISCG was founded in 1976 and is based in Royal Oak, Mich. For more information, visit http://iscginc.com.

About Haworth Inc.

Haworth, Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of office furniture and organic workspaces, including raised access floors, moveable walls, system furniture, seating, storage and wood casegoods. Family-owned and privately held, Haworth is headquartered in Holland, Michigan and serves markets in more than 120 countries through a global network of 600 dealers. The company had a net sales of US $1.38 billion in 2011. www.haworth.com & www.organicworkspaces.com

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USFN Offers One-Day Default Servicing 101 Workshop In Texas

smason — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:30:16 +0000

ORANGE, Calif., May 4, 2012 – USFN will be presenting a Default Servicing 101 Super Session program on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 in Austin, Texas. The workshop will be held in conjunction with USFN’s Loan Management & Servicing Seminar that will take place on June 6-8, 2012. USFN Executive Director & CEO Alberta Hultman made the announcement.

USFN’s Default Servicing 101 Super Session is a stand-alone workshop designed to educate mortgage servicing professionals new to the field, or transitioning into a new position, on the basics of the servicing industry, as well as facilitating understanding of the complex issues facing the industry today. USFN’s dedicated educators will lead attendees through the two-hour session that will present an overview on default basics in all categories including foreclosure, bankruptcy, loss mitigation, HAMP, FHFA and PTFA, among others.

USFN’s Default Servicing 101 Super Session is offered at a stand-alone session rate of $25 for all interested servicers and individuals. For more information, or to register for the session, please visit www.usfn.org.

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USFN is a national not-for-profit association of select attorneys, trustee companies and associates providing comprehensive default services to the mortgage banking industry. Visit USFN’s website at www.usfn.com.

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“Will I Outlive My Money?”—Daniel A. White & Associates Hosts Free Educational Workshop

amaccormick — Wed, 02 May 2012 20:33:19 +0000

GLEN MILLS, Pa., May 2, 2012— Daniel A. White & Associates, a retirement planning firm based in Glen Mills, invites retirees and pre-retirees to attend an educational workshop titled “Will I Outlive My Money?”

The program will take place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 at the Dilworthtown Inn, located at 1390 Old Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA, 19382. Daniel White, founder and president of Daniel A. White & Associates, will conduct the free informational event.

The presentation will explore several financial issues for seniors, including how to ensure money won’t run out during retirement. White will discuss how to protect against inflation, succeed in a low interest rate environment, how to make income last and how financial growth and security can be found without risk in volatile times. Attendees will also learn how to keep the IRS out of IRA accounts so they can be passed to heirs tax-free.

“With so many retirees worried about their hard-earned assets not getting them through retirement, we want to provide free education about how they can manage their money to last,” said White. “It is our goal to insure retirees’ incomes for the future are planned appropriately so they can feel secure about their retirement and golden years.”

The program is complimentary and open to the public, but seating is limited and reservations are required. Please call 1-800-460-5092 to RSVP. A complimentary meal will be served immediately following the workshop.

About Daniel A. White & Associates

Founded in 1987, Glen Mills, Pa.-based Daniel A. White & Associates is a financial planning firm specializing in asset protection and transitional and retirement planning. Through a team of knowledgeable experts, Daniel A. White & Associates provides sound counsel and comprehensive financial planning for retirees and pre-retirees in estate planning, asset protection, wealth management, long-term care solutions and wealth transfer strategies.

One of the nation’s leading experts in financial and retirement planning and host of “On The Money” radio show on WDEL Sundays at 7 a.m., Daniel A. White is a Chartered Financial Consultant and Chartered Life Underwriter. For more information, please call 1.888.690.8820 or visit www.danwhiteandassociates.com.

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Free Informational Seminar—“Will I Outlive My Money?”—Hosted by Daniel A. White & Associates

amaccormick — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:37:46 +0000

GLEN MILLS, Pa., May 1, 2012—Retirement planning firm Daniel A. White & Associates invites retirees and pre-retirees to attend the “Will I Outlive My Money?” educational workshop hosted by founder Dan White.

The program will take place at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17 at the Dilworthtown Inn, located at 1390 Old Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA, 19382. Daniel White, founder and president of Daniel A. White & Associates, will conduct the free informational event.

White will discuss how to protect against inflation, how to succeed in a low interest rate environment and how to make income last. The presentation will explore several issues of concern to retirees, including how to keep the IRS out of IRA accounts and pass them to heirs tax-free. White will also discuss how to determine whether a Roth IRA conversion is right for individual consumers and how financial growth and security can be found without risk in today’s volatile times.

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Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss Elects Bill Sider As CEO

kwysocki — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:52:50 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 30, 2012 – Southfield-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C. announced today that William E. (Bill) Sider has been elected Chief Executive Officer for a three-year term. He succeeds Richard (Rick) Zussman, who had held the position since 2004 and will continue as a member of the firm’s Board of Directors and a practicing attorney in the Real Estate Group.

As Jaffe’s new CEO and a member of its Board of Directors, Sider will be responsible for the growth, strategic development, and day-to-day operations of the 200-person firm. He will also continue to practice law as a member of the Tax Practice Group, specializing in acquisitions, debt restructurings, dispositions and joint ventures. Sider represents private equity firms, venture capitalists, publicly traded real estate investment trusts, technology companies and entrepreneurs.

He earned his Bachelor’s degree with high distinction from the University of Michigan and is a graduate of the University of Michigan Law School. He also earned his LL.M in Taxation from New York University School of Law.

Mr. Sider is a member of the State Bar of Michigan Taxation Section and American Bar Association Taxation Section.

To view and download a picture of Bill Sider, please click below.

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