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Virginia Business Groups, Small Business Owners, and Experts Urge Governor to Veto SB 256
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 28 -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association issued the following news release:
A number of business groups, small business owners, policy experts, and others in Virginia are voicing concerns about the potential harmful impacts of Senate Bill 256 and are urging Governor Youngkin to veto the bill. A recent analysis (https://www.apci.org/attachment/static/9682) by Milliman, Inc., an independent actuarial firm, estimates Senate Bill 256 could lead to an auto insurance premium increase of as much 14 percent for residents and businesses in Virginia. The study
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CHICAGO, Illinois, March 28 -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association issued the following news release:
A number of business groups, small business owners, policy experts, and others in Virginia are voicing concerns about the potential harmful impacts of Senate Bill 256 and are urging Governor Youngkin to veto the bill. A recent analysis (https://www.apci.org/attachment/static/9682) by Milliman, Inc., an independent actuarial firm, estimates Senate Bill 256 could lead to an auto insurance premium increase of as much 14 percent for residents and businesses in Virginia. The studyconcludes the median estimated impact is a 9.9 percent auto premium increase per policyholder annually.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
"This legislation would have a detrimental impact on Virginia and the Commonwealth's economic growth...this bill would likely raise costs for both Virginia businesses and its consumers." - The Virginia Chamber of Commerce
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"This bill, to address a problem that is uncommon, could increase insurance premiums for individuals and businesses in the Commonwealth between 5.6 percent and 14.3 percent, with a median estimated impact of 9.9 percent premium increase per year. In short, at a time when insurance policies are up more than twenty percent already, this additional increase of 9.9 percent will be a massive cost that will certainly impact the poor disproportionately." - Thomas Jefferson Institute of Public Policy
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"The past few years have been difficult for many Virginia business owners. With inflation still high and the cost of labor and parts and supplies still up, now is not the time to pass legislation that would further burden Virginians with increased car insurance premiums. According to some estimates, SB 256 could increase the cost of car insurance by as much as 14 percent. As something that would increase costs for Virginia business owners, Governor Youngkin should veto this bill." - Rooz Dadabhoy, President, Rally Virginia
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"In addition to impacting Virginia's business environment, SB 256 will potentially increase the cost of living for young individuals and families in Virginia, at a time when prices for everyday goods are already high... Younger residents of the state are already being squeezed by inflation, and affordability remains one of their top concerns." - FreedomWorks
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"SB256 places an undue burden on businesses operating in Virginia that own and insure fleets of vehicles. Whether it be a food distributor, or a handyman business, for each vehicle a business owns and insures, SB256 increases the cost of operating those vehicles." - David Yancey, Former Member of Virginia's House of Delegates (Read former Delegate Yancey's full op-ed in The Virginian Pilot [https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/03/19/column-insurance-costs-would-rise-due-to-legislatures-action/])
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"SB 256 benefits trial lawyers by opening the floodgates of litigation related to auto insurance policies through the establishment of an onerous first-party bad faith law. Only a few states in the U.S. have enacted such laws, but none are as troubling as SB 256, which will make Virginia an outlier...Governor Youngkin has an opportunity to protect Virginia drivers and businesses from increased auto insurance costs by vetoing this harmful bill." - Dr. Robert Hartwig, Clinical Associate Professor of Risk Management, Insurance and Finance in the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina (USC) and Director of USC's Center for Risk and Uncertainty Management (Read Dr. Hartwig's full op-ed in the Cardinal News [https://cardinalnews.org/2024/03/25/gov-youngkin-can-protect-virginians-from-higher-auto-insurance-costs-by-vetoing-senate-bill-256/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=County%20Sales%2C%20a%20music%20store%20that%20became%20a%20Floyd%20institution%2C%20will%20close%20after%20almost%2060%20years&utm_campaign=Monday%2C%20March%2025%2C%202024])
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"SB 256 would burden Virginians with a premium increase for their car insurance policies in response to a problem that rarely occurs here in Virginia. Not only are rising local taxes a concern, but the escalating costs of doing business are also making Virginia less competitive. Any potential benefits from this policy do not outweigh the additional expenses Virginians would be shouldered with. Governor Youngkin should veto SB 256 promptly." - Craig Nargi, President, Stable Craft Brewing
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"Senate Bill 256 would lead to higher auto insurance loss costs, increased litigation, and could increase the number of uninsured drivers on the road if coverage becomes less affordable. No other state has a law as problematic as Senate Bill 256, which would make Virginia an outlier to the detriment of every Virginian who purchases auto insurance. Governor Youngkin needs to protect Virginians from higher auto insurance costs by vetoing Senate Bill 256." - Nancy Egan, Vice President of State Government Relations and Counsel for the American Property Casualty Insurance Association
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The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) is the primary national trade association for home, auto, and business insurers. APCIA promotes and protects the viability of private competition for the benefit of consumers and insurers, with a legacy dating back 150 years. APCIA members represent all sizes, structures, and regions--protecting families, communities, and businesses in the U.S. and across the globe.
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Original text here: https://www.apci.org/attachment/static/9682/
[Category: Insurance]
Ten Organizations Receive Grant Funding in Support of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on May 4, 2024
QUINCY, Massachusetts, March 28 -- The National Fire Protection Association issued the following news release on March 27, 2024:
Yesterday at the Wildland-Urban Interface Conference in Reno, NV, the National Fire Protection Association(R) (NFPA(R)) and State Farm(R) announced that 10 organizations will each receive $10,000 in grant funding in support of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day (Preparedness Day) on Saturday, May 4, 2024. The selected organizations received the funding to help support and enhance their planned projects and community outreach for this year's Preparedness Day campaign.
Following
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QUINCY, Massachusetts, March 28 -- The National Fire Protection Association issued the following news release on March 27, 2024:
Yesterday at the Wildland-Urban Interface Conference in Reno, NV, the National Fire Protection Association(R) (NFPA(R)) and State Farm(R) announced that 10 organizations will each receive $10,000 in grant funding in support of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day (Preparedness Day) on Saturday, May 4, 2024. The selected organizations received the funding to help support and enhance their planned projects and community outreach for this year's Preparedness Day campaign.
Followingare the 2024 Preparedness Day funding recipients:
* Hawaii Wildfire Mitigation Organization (Hawaii)
* Chestatee Chattahoochee RC&D Council (Georgia)
* Idaho Firewise (Idaho)
* Forest Stewards Guild, Southwest Region (New Mexico)
* Team Rubicon (National)
* Seigler Springs Community Redevelopment Association (California)
* Fire Adapted Colorado (Colorado)
* Blue Ridge Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc. (North Carolina)
* Wildfire Adapted Partnership (Colorado)
* Coalitions and Collaboratives (Colorado)
"It was an honor to award and recognize these organizations on behalf of NFPA and State Farm," said Michele Steinberg, NFPA wildfire division director. "Each has demonstrated an ongoing dedication to wildfire mitigation, and I'm genuinely excited to watch their project plans come together in the weeks ahead. I'm confident that their efforts will make measurable differences in the communities they serve."
Now entering its 10th year, Wildfire Community Preparedness Day encourages individuals and organizations to come together on a single day to proactively reduce wildfire risks. Typical activities might include simple, low-cost home improvement projects such as clearing dead leaves, debris, and pine needles from roofs and gutters; keeping lawns and native grasses mowed to a height of four inches; or removing anything stored underneath decks or porches that could burn.
With nearly six weeks to go, individuals and organizations still have plenty of time to get involved in Preparedness Day. The free Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Toolkit provides all the resources and information needed to plan and implement projects that can help make their homes and communities safer from wildfire.
In addition, a Facebook Live event will be hosted on April 4 at 4pm ET to help provide guidance and support for campaign planning and participation. Hosted by Michele Steinberg, the event will feature special guests Nani Barretto, co-executive director of Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization, and Guy Gifford, assistant division manager for Washington State Department of Natural Resources, who will discuss their organizations' histories with Preparedness Day and how it has impacted their communities. Register for the event now (https://fb.me/e/1MmySP4e9).
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About State Farm(R)
The mission of State Farm is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its nearly 19,000 agents and approximately 58,000 employees serve approximately 83 million policies and accounts - approximately 81 million auto, fire, life, health and commercial policies and approximately 2 million bank accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 36 on the 2019 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit https://www.statefarm.com/.
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About the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Founded in 1896, NFPA is a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. For more information, visit http://www.nfpa.org. All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed online for free at http://www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.
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Original text here: https://www.nfpa.org/about-nfpa/press-room/news-releases/2024/ten-organizations-receive-grant-funding-in-support-of-wildfire-community-preparedness-day
[Category: Real Estate]
SFIA LAUNCHES DATABASE TO PROVIDE COMPANIES ADVANCED NOTICE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SPENDING ON SPORTS AND RECREATION PROJECTS
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 28 -- The Sports and Fitness Industry Association issued the following news release on March 27, 2024:
With local governments investing billions of dollars into sports and recreation facility construction and redevelopment annually, the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) has introduced the Sports & Recreation Project Database, a groundbreaking tracker of projects funded by the government. In partnership with the Curate platform, companies can identify business opportunities at an earlier stage than possible anywhere else, often before an RFP is issued,
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 28 -- The Sports and Fitness Industry Association issued the following news release on March 27, 2024:
With local governments investing billions of dollars into sports and recreation facility construction and redevelopment annually, the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) has introduced the Sports & Recreation Project Database, a groundbreaking tracker of projects funded by the government. In partnership with the Curate platform, companies can identify business opportunities at an earlier stage than possible anywhere else, often before an RFP is issued,allowing them to stay ahead of the competition.
Using state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence, the Sports & Recreation Project Database reviews agenda and minutes from local government and council meetings - up to 400,000 pages weekly from all 50 states - and provides key information daily on the construction of new facilities, upgrades to existing ones, and essential items needed for sports and recreation facilities.
"If you are looking to get an edge on your competition by finding out about potential opportunities before they even hit the market, look no further," said Eric Light, Chief Revenue Officer, NEVCO. "SFIA has built a game-changing tool with the Project Database. The tool is very well designed, easy to use, and it will help you be the first in the door on a new project."
Users can easily search by sport, product line, location, date, and facility type to customize searches for projects that matter to their business - including youth sports facilities, adult recreation projects, community recreation centers, school sports stadiums and gyms, aquatic centers, ice rinks, parks and recreation infrastructure, and public fitness centers.
This database is part of SFIA's commitment to help promote sports and fitness participation and increase activity in the U.S. SFIA is leading the effort in Washington to provide more funding for sports and recreation infrastructure. Expanding the pool of money available for state, municipal, and local officials to invest in youth sports, recreation, and active lifestyle infrastructure will get Americans more active and healthier.
"By identifying funding sources, this tool can help provide critical information to streamline and optimize the process of making these critical recreation infrastructure improvements," says Tom Cove, President & CEO, SFIA. "At a time when more Americans are looking to be physically active, these investments are timely and valuable."
For a limited time, SFIA is offering complimentary access to the project database. Click here to sign up today (https://sfia.org/sports-recreation-project-database/).
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ABOUT SFIA: The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), the #1 source for sport and fitness research, is the leading global trade association of manufacturers, retailers, and marketers in the sports products and fitness industry. SFIA seeks to promote sports and fitness participation, as well as industry vitality through research, thought leadership, public affairs, industry affairs, and member services.
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Original text here: https://sfia.org/resources/sfia-launches-database-to-provide-companies-advanced-notice-of-local-government-spending-on-sports-recreation-projects/
[Category: Health Care]
RILA Statement on Visa Mastercard Settlement
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 28 -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following statement on March 27, 2024:
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The Retail Industry Leaders Association, RILA, issued the following statement in response to the Visa, Mastercard settlement announced today on swipe-fees:
"This settlement is an acknowledgment that the credit card payment market has been broken, and for decades, VISA and Mastercard have used their duopoly to fleece retailers of all sizes by their abusive interchange fees and card network rules. Retailers, family restaurants, bars, yoga studios, dry cleaners, landscapers--essentially
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 28 -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following statement on March 27, 2024:
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The Retail Industry Leaders Association, RILA, issued the following statement in response to the Visa, Mastercard settlement announced today on swipe-fees:
"This settlement is an acknowledgment that the credit card payment market has been broken, and for decades, VISA and Mastercard have used their duopoly to fleece retailers of all sizes by their abusive interchange fees and card network rules. Retailers, family restaurants, bars, yoga studios, dry cleaners, landscapers--essentiallyevery business large and small, the fabric of America's main street economy, has been systematically swindled by Wall Street.
"This settlement is a mere drop in the bucket. It proves that merchants deserve injunctive relief, but whether the settlement terms proposed are sufficient to remedy the harm caused by the current interchange system needs to be carefully reviewed. Leading retailers intend to study the terms of the settlement closely and reserve the right to object to the settlement deal if it comes up short on what merchants deserve.
"This settlement in no way removes the responsibility of Congress to fix an anticompetitive credit card market. Congress should complete the mission and pass the Credit Card Competition Act to bring true competition to a broken market."
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RILA is a trade association of the world's largest, most innovative, and recognizable retail companies and brands. RILA members include more than two hundred retailers, product manufacturers, and service suppliers, who together employ over 42 million Americans and account for $2.7 trillion in annual sales and hundreds of thousands of stores, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers domestically and abroad.
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Original text here: https://www.rila.org/retail-works-for-all-of-us/resources/retail-payments/rila-statement-on-visa-mastercard-settlement
[Category: Business]
Association of the U.S. Army: Non-Commissioned Officers Vital to Delivering Ready, Agile Force
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 28 -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
NCOs play a key role in building a force that's ready to sustain itself on a complex and dispersed battlefield, a panel of senior enlisted leaders said March 26.
"Gone are the days in which we had 10 operating days of supply and equipment on hand, stacked up at the back of the [forward operating base] or [brigade support area]," said Command Sgt. Maj. Jimmy Sellers, senior enlisted leader for Army Materiel Command. "Now we're looking at how do we get [those supplies] to the point of need, all the way
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 28 -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
NCOs play a key role in building a force that's ready to sustain itself on a complex and dispersed battlefield, a panel of senior enlisted leaders said March 26.
"Gone are the days in which we had 10 operating days of supply and equipment on hand, stacked up at the back of the [forward operating base] or [brigade support area]," said Command Sgt. Maj. Jimmy Sellers, senior enlisted leader for Army Materiel Command. "Now we're looking at how do we get [those supplies] to the point of need, all the wayfrom the factory to the foxhole, ... and make sure we have the right supplies on hand."
Speaking alongside the senior enlisted leaders from Army Futures Command, Army Training and Doctrine Command and the West Virginia National Guard at the Association of the U.S. Army's Global Force Symposium and Exposition, Sellers said the Army is studying how it should move on a "dynamic" battlefield while ensuring soldiers have what they need to fight.
The key is "being able to fix, arm and fuel forward and making sure we're not a stagnant organization that's standing still," he said. "How are we going to be able to provide that multifunctional logistics non-commissioned officer that's able to ... get those requirements to the commander as required?"
Part of that effort is training, educating and developing NCOs so they're properly equipped to lead soldiers and be force multipliers for their units and commanders, said Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond Harris, senior enlisted leader for Training and Doctrine Command.
Work is underway to revamp the Senior Leader Course, a prerequisite for promotion to sergeant first class, to produce what Sellers and Harris referred to as multifunctional logistics NCOs. The goal is to "ensure they understand support operations and how to be a leader within the sustainment community," Sellers said.
The goal is to start implementing the revamped Senior Leader Course "maybe end of this year, beginning of next," Harris said.
The Army also must make sure it has the right soldiers with the right aptitude, Sellers said. "If we don't have the right soldier, ... the technology is going to outpace us," he said.
For the Army National Guard, it's important for the component to modernize and transform so it can remain relevant, said Command Sgt. Maj. James Jones, senior enlisted leader for the West Virginia National Guard. "There are significant other challenges when you talk modernization and the National Guard, number one being time, and two being money," he said.
One Army National Guard "priority division" is in the first wave of modernization, transforming "along with their [active Army] counterparts," Jones said, but "most of the greatest among our forces in the National Guard will remain ready and relevant through cascading modernization."
The Guard must keep up and adapt, he said. "It can't be just-in-time readiness," Jones said. "If it's not intuitive enough that a Guardsman can learn it really quickly over a couple of days, it has to be a more deliberate process, because we have limited time to train up on equipment. You have to get out and get reps and sets on that equipment ... to build true readiness."
Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Hester of Futures Command, who said the character of war is changing as innovation and technology continue to evolve, emphasized the importance of consistency. "The nature of war remains consistent," he said. "For the Army, that means we have to be consistent and remain the dominant land force. ... And we have to be able to do that at 10 [times] to our adversaries."
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Original text here: https://www.ausa.org/news/ncos-vital-delivering-ready-agile-force
[Category: National Defense]
ALA Releases Free Library Programming Guide, Resources to Help Adult Patrons Understand the Unseen Aspects of the Internet
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 28 (TNSres) -- The American Library Association issued the following news release:
What determines the information that shows up in online search results? How do cookies work? What exactly is an algorithm?
The new free guide from the American Library Association (ALA), developed with a team of national advisors, will help library workers assist adults in understanding how the internet works and how it impacts their lives.
"Media Literacy for Adults: Architecture of the Internet Programming Guide" contains background information, recommended collection materials and program
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CHICAGO, Illinois, March 28 (TNSres) -- The American Library Association issued the following news release:
What determines the information that shows up in online search results? How do cookies work? What exactly is an algorithm?
The new free guide from the American Library Association (ALA), developed with a team of national advisors, will help library workers assist adults in understanding how the internet works and how it impacts their lives.
"Media Literacy for Adults: Architecture of the Internet Programming Guide" contains background information, recommended collection materials and programideas on topics like misinformation; artificial intelligence; ChatGPT; civics; search engine optimization; and more. The 27-page guide also explores ways to help novice patrons with library technology and how to teach media literacy in everyday library services. Download the guide here (https://www.ala.org/tools/sites/ala.org.tools/files/content/Media-Lit_Arch_Prog-Guide.pdf).
In the guide, library workers may explore library program spotlights such as:
* Interactive programs to teach disinformation through a "Disinformation Crime Scene"
* Innovative trainings and workshops to teach artificial intelligence through ChatGPT and Shakespeare plays
* Documentary screenings and discussions on media literacy topics
The materials in the guide were created for out-of-school adult audiences whom library workers will generally meet in a public library context. However, many of the approaches and best practices explored are equally appropriate for a classroom or other library settings.
The authors of the guide will present a series of free webinars to coincide with its major themes and ideas. To stay informed about webinar dates and registration, sign up for the Programming Librarian e-newsletter (https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/pages/PPO_New_PL_Subscribe_Page).
"Media Literacy for Adults: Architecture of the Internet Programming Guide" was created in collaboration with talented thought leaders from the library and media literacy sectors, including Jimmeka Anderson, Ph.D., I AM not the Media, Inc.; Spencer Brayton of Waubonsee Community College (Illinois); Kristen Calvert of Dallas (Texas) Public Library; Anna Kozlowska-Barrios, Ph.D. of the University of Illinois; Micheal A. Spikes, Ph.D. of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism (Illinois); and Monya Tomlinson of Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library (Georgia).
Media Literacy Education in Libraries for Adult Audiences is a project conducted by the ALA Public Programs Office in collaboration with Knology, a nonprofit research organization that produces practical social science for a better world. It was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services grant number LG-13-19-0089-19.
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About the American Library Association
The American Library Association (ALA) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the ALA has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library's role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all.
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About the ALA Public Programs Office
The ALA Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation and connection in communities of all types.
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Original text here: https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2024/03/ala-releases-free-library-programming-guide-resources-help-adult-patrons
[Category: Libraries]
ACAMS' "Financial Crime Matters" Podcast Leads the Charge in Unraveling Financial Crime Complexities, Reaching Milestone of 500,000+ Downloads
MIAMI, Florida, March 28 (TNSres) -- The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists issued the following news release:
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Award-Winning Podcast Attracts Diverse Audience Engagement and Industry Recognition
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ACAMS' acclaimed podcast series, "Financial Crime Matters," which is dedicated to exploring the intricate world of financial crime, has reached a significant milestone with over 500,000 downloads as of March 2024. Launched in March 2019, the podcast has steadily gained traction among anti-financial crime (AFC) professionals and a broader audience interested in staying
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MIAMI, Florida, March 28 (TNSres) -- The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists issued the following news release:
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Award-Winning Podcast Attracts Diverse Audience Engagement and Industry Recognition
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ACAMS' acclaimed podcast series, "Financial Crime Matters," which is dedicated to exploring the intricate world of financial crime, has reached a significant milestone with over 500,000 downloads as of March 2024. Launched in March 2019, the podcast has steadily gained traction among anti-financial crime (AFC) professionals and a broader audience interested in stayinginformed about illicit financial crime threats.
The inaugural episode of "Financial Crime Matters" featured Bradley Hope, co-author of the bestselling book "Billion Dollar Whale." Since then, the series has grown to encompass a diverse range of topics and expert insights, including blockchain analytics, decentralized finance, combating human trafficking and child exploitation, geopolitical crises, corruption scandals, drug trafficking, and the ever-evolving regulatory landscape of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures.
Noteworthy episodes contributing to the podcast's success include discussions on blockchain analytics with Gurvais Grigg from Chainalysis, an insightful interview with "The Laundrymen" author Jeffrey Robinson, and in-depth conversations with Jake Bernstein, author of "Secrecy World," and Elizabeth Roper, former head of cybersecurity at the District Attorney of New York's office.
The podcast has also won several awards, including:
- 2023 Azbee Awards (American Society of Business Publication Editors): Regional Bronze Award: Financial Crime Matters -- "Addressing Hunger in Afghanistan"
- 2022 Eddie and Ozzie Awards (Folio): Honorable Mention: Financial Crime Matters -- "Exposing the American Kleptocracy"
- 2022 Charlie Awards (Florida Magazine Association): Charlie Award: Financial Crime Matters -- "Exposing the American Kleptocracy"
- 2022 Azbee Awards (American Society of Business Publication Editors): Regional Bronze Award: Financial Crime Matters -- "Exposing the American Kleptocracy"
- 2021 Charlie Awards (Florida Magazine Association): Charlie Award: "Financial Crime Matters"
- 2020 Eddie and Ozzie Awards (Folio): Honorable Mention: "Financial Crime Matters" with Kieran Beer
- 2020 W3 Awards: Silver Award: "Financial Crime Matters" with Kieran Beer (Category: Podcast, General Series-Financial Services)
- 2020 Charlie Awards (Florida Magazine Association): Charlie Award: Financial Crime Matters -- "Secrecy World: Jake Bernstein on the Panama Papers"
Reflecting on the milestone, Kieran Beer, ACAMS Chief Analyst and host of the podcast expressed gratitude for the engaged listenership and ACAMS' unwavering support.
"We launched 'Financial Crime Matters' with the goal of providing valuable insights to anti-financial crime professionals. However, we've been delighted to attract a broader audience keen on understanding the complexities of financial crime and safeguarding themselves and their communities," said Kieran Beer. "As we celebrate this milestone, I am humbled by the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions on critical issues impacting our society. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the remarkable individuals who have contributed their expertise and insights to the series, as well as to ACAMS for their steadfast support," he added.
With an array of compelling episodes in the pipeline, "Financial Crime Matters" remains committed to fostering informed dialogue and empowering individuals with the knowledge to combat financial crime effectively.
You can listen to the podcast here (https://soundcloud.com/financialcrimematters).
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About ACAMS
ACAMS is a leading international membership organization dedicated to providing opportunities for anti-financial crime (AFC) education, best practices, and peer-to-peer networking to AFC professionals globally. With over 100,000 members across 180 jurisdictions, ACAMS is committed to the mission of ending financial crime through the provision of anti-money laundering/counterterrorism-financing and sanctions knowledge-sharing, thought leadership, risk-mitigation services, ESG initiatives, and platforms for public-private dialogue. The association's CAMS certification is the gold-standard qualification for AFC professionals, while its CGSS and CCAS certifications are for sanctions professionals and AFC practitioners working in the crypto space, respectively. ACAMS' 60+ Chapters globally further amplify the association's mission through training and networking initiatives.
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Original text here: https://www.acams.org/en/media/document/37135
[Category: Financial Services]