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FSP Names Troy Branch 2023-2024 National Secretary

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network, has elected Troy D. Branch, JD, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national secretary for 2023-2024.

Key Points: 
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network, has elected Troy D. Branch, JD, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national secretary for 2023-2024.
  • Branch is the second vice president, advanced planning with Ameritas, where he consults with client advisors and insurance professionals.
  • Branch is a frequent speaker at industry events and his appearances include guest lecturing at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Texas Tech University, NAIFA/FSP Advanced Practice Symposia, and most recently, the FPA national conference.
  • An FSP member since 2017, Branch has served on FSP's national board of directors since 2019 and is currently on the board of the Lincoln, Nebraska Chapter of FSP.

Humana’s Medicare Advantage Footprint in New Jersey Complete

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Leading health and well-being company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is expanding its health plans to Middlesex County, widening the company’s Medicare Advantage footprint to 100% of the state.

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  • Leading health and well-being company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is expanding its health plans to Middlesex County, widening the company’s Medicare Advantage footprint to 100% of the state.
  • For the first time, residents of every New Jersey county can select a Humana Medicare Advantage plan during this year’s Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Election Period, or AEP.
  • “As a longtime New Jersey resident, I’m beyond thrilled that we now have health plan coverage throughout the whole state,” said Humana Northeast Region Medicare President Julie Mascari.
  • “Since we launched in this market five years ago, expanding the affordable and comprehensive Medicare options to beneficiaries here, we have received a positive response from the members we serve and our physician and clinician partners who work hard every day to provide quality medical care.”
    Humana’s Medicare Advantage plans provide people with Medicare in New Jersey with affordable alternatives to Original Medicare only, or Original Medicare paired with a Medicare Supplement plan.

How to avoid costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Today, medicareresources.org released three tips to help consumers avoid costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.

Key Points: 
  • Today, medicareresources.org released three tips to help consumers avoid costly mistakes during Medicare open enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.
  • “Doing a little research during open enrollment can go a long way toward ensuring you don’t pay too much in premiums or miss cost-saving opportunities.”
    Here are more strategies to keep in mind:
    Compare your options during Medicare open enrollment.
  • Most Medicare beneficiaries do not switch plans or even review their options, despite being bombarded by advertisements for different plans during open enrollment.
  • The site provides an overview of the basics of Medicare coverage options , enrollment and eligibility ; coverage FAQs ; state-specific Medicare information ; and a glossary of Medicare terms .

Cigna Healthcare Expands Medicare Advantage to Nevada

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna is expanding its Medicare Advantage (MA) presence to Nevada for the first time, launching in two counties in the Las Vegas area with a $0 premium plan that includes attractive extra benefits and access to a network of trusted providers. The plan will first be available to Medicare eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. It will be effective Jan. 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The plan will first be available to Medicare eligible customers during Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7.
  • "MA plans are growing in popularity with older adults all across the country because they offer benefits not found in Original Medicare," said Ryan Kocher, Cigna Healthcare's Medicare Chief Growth Officer.
  • Cigna Preferred Savings Medicare (HMO) is available in Clark and Nye counties.
  • For more details about Cigna Healthcare's Medicare plans, please visit www.CignaMedicareInformation.com .

The Society of Financial Service Professionals Elects 2023-2024 Executive Committee

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) has elected its executive committee for 2023-2024 as well as three new members of its board of directors. Serving on the executive committee of FSP's board are:

Key Points: 
  • The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) has elected its executive committee for 2023-2024 as well as three new members of its board of directors.
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) has elected its executive committee for 2023-2024 as well as three new members of its board of directors.
  • The new executive committee's term began on September 1.
  • They are:
    Jacqueline A. Baldwin, CLTC, a financial advisor with B & L Financial Architect in South Windsor, CT
    Nick Elbert, CLU, LTCP, vice president of sales for OCI Insurance and Financial Services in Elkhorn, NE
    John Rousos, CLU, a partner with Financial Strategies Group, LLP, Raleigh, NC

The Society of Financial Service Professionals Elects John Rousos to National Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected John Rousos to its national Board of Directors. Mr. Rousos joined the board on September 1.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Rousos first became a member of FSP in 2011, and has been a member of the board of directors of FSP's Southeastern North Carolina Chapter since that time.
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected John Rousos to its national Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Rousos first became a member of FSP in 2011, and has been a member of the board of directors of FSP's Southeastern North Carolina Chapter since that time.
  • Always active in the community, Mr. Rousos is past president of the Liverpool Lions Club and he served on the board of All Saints Methodist Church.

The Society of Financial Service Professionals Elects Nick Elbert to National Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected Nick Elbert, CLU, LTCP, to its national Board of Directors. Mr. Elbert joined the board on September 1.

Key Points: 
  • A member of FSP since 2017, Mr. Elbert has been active in FSP's Kansas City Chapter and served as chapter president from 2019-2021.
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected Nick Elbert, CLU, LTCP, to its national Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Elbert joined the board on September 1.
  • A member of FSP since 2017, Mr. Elbert has been active in FSP's Kansas City Chapter and served as chapter president from 2019-2021.

The Society of Financial Service Professionals Elects Jacqueline Baldwin to National Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected Jacqueline A. Baldwin, CLTC, to its Board of Directors. Jacqueline joined the board on September 1.

Key Points: 
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished insurance and financial advisors, has elected Jacqueline A. Baldwin, CLTC, to its Board of Directors.
  • Ms. Baldwin is a financial advisor with B & L Financial Architect in South Windsor, Connecticut, where she uses a comprehensive strategy to preserve a quality of life for her clients.
  • She also works with entrepreneurs and small-business owners to design and implement retirement plans, succession plans, and key employee financial plans.
  • Ms. Baldwin has more than 36 years of experience in the financial services arena.

The Society of Financial Service Professionals Names Troy Branch 2023-2024 National Secretary

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished financial advisors, has elected Troy D. Branch, JD, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national secretary for 2023-2024. He assumed office on September 1.

Key Points: 
  • Branch has served on FSP's national board of directors since 2019 and is currently on the board of the Lincoln, Nebraska Chapter of FSP.
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished financial advisors, has elected Troy D. Branch, JD, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national secretary for 2023-2024.
  • Troy Branch is the 2nd Vice President, Advanced Planning with Ameritas Life Insurance Company, where he consults with client advisors and insurance professionals.
  • Branch has served on FSP's national board of directors since 2019 and is currently on the board of the Lincoln, Nebraska Chapter of FSP.

FSP Names Andrew Rinn 2023-2024 National President-Elect

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished financial advisors, has elected Andrew J. Rinn, JD, CFP, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national president-elect for 2023-2024. He assumed office on September 1.

Key Points: 
  • ARDMORE, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), a nationwide, multidisciplinary network of accomplished financial advisors, has elected Andrew J. Rinn, JD, CFP, CLU, ChFC, to the office of national president-elect for 2023-2024.
  • Mr. Rinn is a frequent speaker at industry meetings, including Forum 400, Clinic for Advanced Professionals, NAIA Performance and Purpose Forum, AALU National Meeting, and LIMRA Advanced Sales Forum.
  • Mr. Rinn is an active member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA).
  • Mr. Rinn has been an active member of FSP since 2000; prior to being elected to FSP's national board in 2022 he served as a past president of FSP's Des Moines chapter.