Fed survey shows easing in bank lending
Banks are easing standards for many kinds of loans, and cutting into their profit margins to try to make more loans, especially to businesses and…
Must an insurance broker offer the cheapest coverage?
So, who does your insurance broker work for? If you answered “me,” or “my company,” you may be a little naïve, or actually believe your…
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill. Motor Coach Industries announced that Patrick Scully has been named vice president of public sector sales and marketing. The move follows MCIs…
Yes, you can keep those relationships with colleges
By Dave Millhouser Theres a great restaurant near here . . . but Ive never eaten there. A peek at my tummy makes it clear…
Norm Thompson, retired insurance executive, dies
SUNLAND, Calif. Long-time bus industry insurance executive Norm Thompson died here. He was 84. Mr. Thompson spent nearly 30 years in bus insurance and…
Paratransit management and operations course offered
LOUISVILLE, Ky. Private bus operators whove considered starting or bidding on a contract for paratransit service, or currently operate such a service, may be…
Ameristar acquires Heartland Tour in Nebraska
SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. — AmeriStar Tours Motorcoaches & Limos of Scottsbluff has purchased the assets of Heartland Tour and Travel/Elite Coaches of North Platte, Neb., a…
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International Motor Coach Group has awarded the title of Alliance Partner of the Year to Brenda Borwege, vice president of marketing for ABC Companies. Jack…
Swapping license plates: Dangerous game
If a motorcoach is involved in an accident and isnt legally registered or properly licensed, chances are the operators insurance company will pay the claim…
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David Schmidt has been appointed director, coach division, of Prevost Car, with responsibility for new coach sales. Schmidt, who joined Prevost as a regional sales…