Series 6

Pembina Pipeline Corporation Provides Notice of Series 5 Preferred Share Conversion Right and Announces Reset Dividend Rates

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Pembina Pipeline Corporation ("Pembina" or the "Company") (TSX: PPL; NYSE: PBA) announced today that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem the currently outstanding Cumulative Redeemable Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares, Series 5 ("Series 5 Shares") (TSX: PPL.PR.E) on June 1, 2024.

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  • Pembina Pipeline Corporation ("Pembina" or the "Company") (TSX: PPL; NYSE: PBA) announced today that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem the currently outstanding Cumulative Redeemable Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares, Series 5 ("Series 5 Shares") (TSX: PPL.PR.E) on June 1, 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240502370849/en/
    As a result of the decision not to redeem the Series 5 Shares, and subject to certain terms of the Series 5 Shares, the holders of the Series 5 Shares will have the right to elect to convert all or part of their Series 5 Shares on a one-for-one basis into Cumulative Redeemable Floating Rate Class A Preferred Shares, Series 6 of Pembina ("Series 6 Shares") on June 1, 2024 (the "Conversion Date").
  • Holders who do not exercise their right to convert their Series 5 Shares into Series 6 Shares will retain their Series 5 Shares.
  • As previously announced, the dividend payable on June 1, 2024, to holders of the Series 5 Shares of record on May 1, 2024, will be $0.285813 per Series 5 Share.

Transamerica Appoints Robert Carney as Chief Distribution Officer for Individual Solutions

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Monday, April 15, 2024

BALTIMORE , April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Transamerica, a leading insurance, retirement and investment company, today announced that Rob Carney has joined the organization as chief distribution officer (CDO) for its Individual Solutions division.

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  • BALTIMORE , April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Transamerica, a leading insurance, retirement and investment company, today announced that Rob Carney has joined the organization as chief distribution officer (CDO) for its Individual Solutions division.
  • The business unit produces and distributes Transamerica's award-winning life insurance and annuity products and is responsible for the distribution of Transamerica's mutual funds.
  • "Rob is a seasoned leader with a proven record of creating and executing innovative solutions that will further accelerate Transamerica's growth," said Jamie Ohl, president of Individual Solutions at Transamerica.
  • Carney brings more than 30 years of financial services sales leadership experience working in life, annuities, retirement and employee benefits.

Simplicity Group Enhances Life Insurance Underwriting Service as Gene Zimmerlink Joins Byron Rasmussen

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

SUMMIT, N.J., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Simplicity Group Holdings, Inc. ("Simplicity") today announced that Byron Rasmussen will be joined by Gene Zimmerlink, as Simplicity continues to bolster its life insurance underwriting services.

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  • SUMMIT, N.J., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Simplicity Group Holdings, Inc. ("Simplicity") today announced that Byron Rasmussen will be joined by Gene Zimmerlink, as Simplicity continues to bolster its life insurance underwriting services.
  • We are thrilled to bring together two acknowledged leaders – Byron and Gene – to build out a best-in-class department," said Bruce Donaldson, President and CEO, Simplicity Group.
  • Prior to his role leading Simplicity's Underwriting Desk, Mr. Rasmussen was Vice President of Underwriting for Allegis Advisor Group, which joined Simplicity in 2022.
  • Prior to joining Simplicity, Mr. Zimmerlink was Head of New Business and Underwriting for Allianz Life.

Cetera Welcomes $135 Million AUA Advisor Duo to Cetera Advisor Networks

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

SAN DIEGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Kip Johansen* and Patrick Wight* have joined Cetera Advisor Networks via AdvisorNet Financial doing business as Mill City Financial Partners. Mill City Financial Partners provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had more than $135 million in assets under administration** as of Nov. 30, 2023. The pair joined Cetera from LPL Financial.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Kip Johansen* and Patrick Wight* have joined Cetera Advisor Networks via AdvisorNet Financial doing business as Mill City Financial Partners.
  • "We were immediately impressed by the support and resources Cetera and Cetera Advisor Networks offers its affiliated advisors and advisor groups," said Johansen.
  • "I am proud to welcome Mill City Financial Partners to our community of talented financial professionals, which continues attracting top talent," said Cetera Advisor Networks President Tim Stinson.
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Cetera Welcomes $112 Million AUA Advisor to Cetera Advisor Networks

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Peter Bell, CFP** has joined Cetera Advisor Networks via Summit Financial Networks. Bell provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had almost $112 million in assets under administration* as of Nov. 6, 2023.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Peter Bell, CFP** has joined Cetera Advisor Networks via Summit Financial Networks.
  • Bell provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had almost $112 million in assets under administration* as of Nov. 6, 2023.
  • I feel confident placing that trust back in both Cetera Advisor Networks and Summit Financial Networks," Bell said.
  • "Welcoming Peter to Summit Financial Networks is yet another indication of our ability to attract high-quality talent," said Summit Financial Network President Marshall Leeds.

The BOLI Group Shapes Future with the Promotion of Garrett Blaha to President and Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The BOLI Group, one of the leading national benefits expense management firms for financial institutions with locations in Cleveland, OH, Nashville, TN, Milwaukee, WI, Brookings, SD, and Charleston, SC, is pleased to announce the promotion of Garrett Blaha to President and Chief Operating Officer.

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  • The BOLI Group, one of the leading national benefits expense management firms for financial institutions with locations in Cleveland, OH, Nashville, TN, Milwaukee, WI, Brookings, SD, and Charleston, SC, is pleased to announce the promotion of Garrett Blaha to President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • Garrett Blaha, currently Vice President Business Development of The BOLI Group, will assume his new role on January 1, 2024, succeeding George Blaha who will continue as the company’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • Garrett’s promotion comes as The BOLI Group sees robust demand from financial institutions nationwide for its customized single premium life insurance products.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231130730713/en/
    George Blaha, President and Chief Executive Officer of The BOLI Group, stated, “Garrett has played a pivotal role in the success and growth of The BOLI Group since joining the company in 2014.

Cetera Welcomes $148 Million AUA Advisor to Cetera Advisors via Wilde Wealth Management Group

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Nicholas Bair, CFP®, ChFC®** has joined Cetera Advisors LLC via Wilde Wealth Management Group. Bair will assume the role of managing partner leading Wilde Wealth Management Group's new Sun City-Surprise office in Surprise, Ariz. Bair provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had almost $148 million in assets under administration* as of April 30, 2023.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Nicholas Bair, CFP®, ChFC®** has joined Cetera Advisors LLC via Wilde Wealth Management Group.
  • Bair's affiliation marks the latest addition to a growing list of successful affiliations for Wilde Wealth Management Group in 2023.
  • In total, including Bair, advisors managing a combined $274 million in assets under administration have joined Wilde Wealth Management in 2023.
  • Click here for more information about Cetera Advisors and click here for more information about Wilde Wealth Management Group.

Freddie Rappina joins Cetera Financial Specialists

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Freddie Rappina,** ChFC®, AIF®, CCFS®, and his two team members at Opta Financial have joined Cetera Financial Specialists. Rappina and his firm were previously affiliated with MML Investors. He provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had nearly $40 million in assets under administration* as of May 31, 2023. Within the next year, with the support and capabilities of Cetera, the firm expects their AUA to increase significantly.  

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Freddie Rappina,** ChFC®, AIF®, CCFS®, and his two team members at Opta Financial have joined Cetera Financial Specialists.
  • "We welcome Freddie and his team to Cetera Financial Specialists, where they join a network of professionals with a true family culture," said Ron Krueger, president of Cetera Financial Specialists.
  • Opta Financial, founded by Rappina, helps clients examine their financial situation, set financial goals and implement plans toward achieving those goals.
  • Click here for more information about Cetera Financial Specialists.

Lincoln Financial Group sustainability and investment leader, Amber Williams, receives 2023 Women of Influence recognition from Philadelphia Business Journal

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) announced today that Amber Williams, Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of Client Investment Strategies, has been recognized by Philadelphia Business Journal on its 2023 Women of Influence list.

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  • Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) announced today that Amber Williams, Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of Client Investment Strategies, has been recognized by Philadelphia Business Journal on its 2023 Women of Influence list.
  • “Amber continuously shows her dedication to achieving long-term goals for our company and our clients,” said Jayson Bronchetti, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Hedging and Sustainability at Lincoln Financial Group.
  • Philadelphia Business Journal is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its Women of Influence program, previously named Women of Distinction, and recognizes thirty awardees selected out of 250 nominations from colleagues, peers and mentors.
  • The Philadelphia Business Journal’s editorial board reviewed each Women of Influence nomination and selected the women who are leaving a mark on Greater Philadelphia in their own unique ways.

Chelsea Financial Services Advisor Jim MacRunnels Surpasses $1M Raised for Special Olympics

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Friday, August 4, 2023

Staten Island, NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chelsea Financial Services celebrates Financial Advisor Jim MacRunnels and his wife Colleen who together have been the top fundraiser for Special Olympics in the State of Illinois multiple times in the past 20 years. The MacRunnels surpassed One Million Dollars raised during the past 11 years of their 20-year involvement with the Special Olympics via the LETR – Law Enforcement Torch Run. Chelsea Financial honors their Advisor Jim MacRunnels with a donation and publicity sponsorship for their August 20th Event: 'Pulling For Special Olympics Illinois Sporting Clay Shoot.'

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  • Financial Advisor Jim MacRunnels surpassed one million dollars raised during the past 11 years for the Special Olympics in Illinois.
  • Chelsea Financial honors their Advisor Jim MacRunnels with a donation and publicity sponsorship for their August 20th Event: 'Pulling For Special Olympics Illinois Sporting Clay Shoot.'
  • He joined Mike Jump's successful financial services group in May of 2023, where securities are offered through Chelsea Financial Services and Advisory Services are offered through Chelsea Advisory Services.
  • Please join Chelsea Financial Services in supporting Jim MacRunnels and the Special Olympics in the Sporting Clay Shoot on August 20th, 2023 by contacting Jim MacRunnels at [email protected] .