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Insurance Business America Hot 100 List – The movers and shakers who’ve made waves in the insurance industry this year January 2015 Deb Newman named to a list of the most influential people in insurance for 2014. Insurance Forums Prospecting and selling in today’s long-term care market, Part 1 December 10, 2014 Deb Newman featured in an article highlighting the changes agents need to make to survive and thrive in the modern LTCI marketplace. Bankrate.com Shared LTC policies for all couples December 2, 2014 Deb Newman was featured prominently in a recent Bankrate.com article on Shared Care policies. She shared the information that not all insurers look at all couples' risks the same. Important info for same-sex couples in particular! Minnesota Insurance Magazine Many Opportunities with Right Message November 2014 This article focuses on the opportunities for producers who are willing to talk to their clients about LTCI. It features info about Thrivent’s LTCI product and virtual sales tools. Footnote – Publication of the MN Society of CPAs “5 Questions CPAs ask about Long-Term Care Insurance” June-July 2014 This article in the annual Estate Planning issue features questions and answers to the most commonly asked questions we get from accountants on Long Term Care Insurance”. Minnesota Insurance "Legislation that did not pass" June 2013 This article documents the defeat of the proposed repeal of the LTCI Tax Credit. InsuranceNewsNet Magazine "The Rebirth of LTCi Solutions" by Deb Newman June 2013 The long-term care insurance industry is changing, with policies to fill the gap in your client’s plans. LifeHealthPro.com "LTCI Bits: Newman, OneAmerica, AALTCI" April 11, 2013 NewmanLTC teams with Modern Woodmen to provide LTCI solutions to 770K members. Trailblazer New LTC Resource Available March 2013 Announcement about new partnership between Modern Woodmen and Newman Long Term Care BrokerWorld Magazine 5 Women in Brokerage March 2013 Deb Newman featured in BrokerWorld's "5 Women in Brokerage" feature Sun Sailor Newspapers - Mature Lifestyles "Long Term Care Insurance: Offering peace of mind for future needs" February 21, 2013 Wendy Zakariasen, LTCI Specialist with NewmanLTC discusses LTCI and insurance pricing. StarTribune Long Term Focus for Coverage, Company February 2013 Small business profile in Minneapolis Star/Tribune Minnesota Insurance Giving Back November 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on her leadership roles in four associations, including NAIFA Minnesota and the LIFE Foundation. Minnesota Insurance NewmanLTC Using Imaginative LTCI Marketing November 2012 Lori Gubash interviewed on the out-of-the-box messaging NewmanLTC uses to spread awareness about the need to plan for long term care. USA Today Future of Long Term Care Insurance in Flux November 13, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on some of the newer options available in LTCI policies. Minnesota Insurance Opportunities August 2012 Massive State Effort to Alert People on Need to Take Action on LTC Eden Prairie News “Long-term care insurance agents recognized” May 31, 2012 Leslie Martens and Wendy Zakariasen are recognized as top LTCI specialists by the AALTCI. InsuranceQuotes.com How to be a Smarter Life Insurance Shopper May 21, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on why people aren't buying Life Insurance like they used to, and the opportunities for agents and consumers to have discussions. Newman Long Term Care NewmanLTC Press May 15, 2012 Our response to Wall Street Journal article on whether to purchase Long Term Care Insurance Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal People April 6, 2012 Announcement about Joanne May and Rich Schlueter joining the Newman team LifeHealthPRO LTC Sculpture for the People April 6, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on the growth in LTCI and the role that shared care and linked benefits policies are playing in that growth. LiveInsuranceNews.com The price of long-term care insurance coverage is on the rise April 3, 2012 Deb Newman speaks about the changing face of long term care insurance. Employee Benefit Advisor The end of group long-term care insurance? April 1, 2012 Deb Newman is interviewed on the future of group long term care insurance Minnesota Insurance Whispers and Shouts March 2012 Announcement about the strategic alliance between NewmanLTC and AdvisorNet Financial USA Today Long-term care insurance policy costs rising March 29, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on the current state of the long term care insurance industry The Tennessean Long-term care insurance policy costs rising March 29, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on the current state of the long term care insurance industry The Star Press Costs of long-term care insurance on the rise; policies also changing March 29, 2012 Deb Newman interviewed on the current state of the long term care insurance industry Rough Notes One Company's Commitment to Employer-Paid Benefits March 2012 Deb Newman quoted in article on the employer-sponsored plan that Newman Long Term Care helped implement for Western National Insurance. Minnesota Business People - Boards March 2012 Deb Newman named to the board of the LIFE Foundation Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal People January 20, 2012 Deb Newman named to the board of the LIFE Foundation National Underwriter Life & Health Magazine New LIFE Chair Has Deep LTCI Roots January 12, 2012 Deb Newman has long-standing foundation in LTCI Financial Advisor Insurance Education Group Names Officers, Directors January 10, 2012 Deb Newman named to the board of the LIFE Foundation StarTribune Older Minnesotans need a new way to afford care December 10, 2011 Deb Newman as part of Star Tribune's long-term care financing discussion StarTribune No insurance against price increases November 19, 2011 Deb Newman quoted in StarTribune article on the recent rate increases some older policies have experienced Minnesota Insurance "You Can't Count on Government for LTC" November 2011 Deb Newman and Paul Daugs are featured in an article on the failure of the CLASS Act, and the current options for employers looking to offer LTCI to their employees. St. Olaf, World Views Alumni News September 2011 Announcement about Leslie Martens receiving the Pioneer in Long Term Care award. Employee Benefits Planner "The CLASS Act" Fourth Quarter 2010 Deb Newman talks about how the government's approach to long term care falls short. Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "People - Associations" September 10, 2010 Announcement about Mike Westling's recent Leadership in Life Institute (LILI) graduation with NAIFA. Minnesota Women's Press "Value your independence? Take time to make long-term care plans" September 2010 Deb Newman wrote this article that talks about the need for women in particular to have a discussion about their long term care plans. Producer's Guide to Long Term Care Awareness Month "How to Successfully Sell to the (Very) Small Multi-Life Market" "Setting Yourself Apart with Multi-Life" August 2010 Our specialists Lynn Devitt and Paul Daugs contributed these two articles on Multi-life LTCI in this year's supplement to Agent's Sales Journal. Care Options Network Newsletter "CLASS Act of Health Reform Bill encourages employers to provide long term care" August 30, 2010 Deb Newman wrote this article on the CLASS Act and how it will impact employers Lawyers USA Online "Long-term care plans valuable for small-firm attorneys" August 25, 2010 Deb Newman is featured in an article on long term care planning for lawyers. Dakota County Tribune "Accolades" June 10, 2010 Mike Westling is the recipient of a 2010 Long-Term Care Sales Achievement Award. Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "People - Insurance" June 4, 2010 American Association for Long Term Care Insurance honors Mike Westling with achievement award. Employee Benefits Planner "People" First Quarter 2010 Announcement about Deb Newman being named as Secretary of the Board of Directors for the LIFE Foundation. Finance and Commerce "Financial Planning Association of Minnesota announces board" January 29, 2010 Newman Long Term Care's Mike Westling named as Director of Public Relations Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "People: Insurance" September 4, 2009 Announcement about Lori Gubash being hired as Business Development Manager with Newman Long Term Care. Minnesota Insurance "Whispers and Shouts" July 2009 Lori Gubash's hire as Business Development Manager is highlighted. StarTribune Long-term care could break you June 14, 2009 Deb Newman featured in article that discusses some consequences of not having LTCI Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "Women in Business Issue - Industry Leader" May 22, 2009 Deb Newman honored as a 2009 Industry Leader Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "People: Insurance" March 20, 2009 Announcement about Dan Bleeke being hired as an LTCI Specialist with Newman Long Term Care Senior Market Advisor "Sell the need not the policy" March 2009 Deb Newman quoted in feature article Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine "Meet the Best - 2009 Five Star Wealth Managers" January 2009 Deb Newman named as one of the top personal wealth managers in the Twin Cities area The Wall Street Journal "Is Your Long-Term-Care Policy Safe?" December 30, 2008 Deb Newman quoted in article on the affordability of LTCI and the financial solvency of LTCI carriers. StarTribune "Editorial: A growing price tag for long-term care" December 11, 2008 Deb Newman quoted in StarTribune editorial on rising long-term care costs Minnesota Health Care News "Asset Protection: Partnership Offers Insurance Incentives" October 2008 Deb Newman authored an article on Minnesota's LTCI Partnership program Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "Long-Term-Care Partnership plan’s benefits to business" June 6, 2008 Deb Newman authored an article about how the state partnership program impacts LTCI for businesses. Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal "A long time coming, but long-term care gains traction" November 17, 2006 Deb Newman featured in article about long term care insurance gaining momentum.

Press Releases 03/30/15 - Thrivent Financial to acquire Newman Long Term Care 01/28/15 - Deb Newman named to a list of the most influential people in insurance for 2014 09/23/13 - Newman Long Term Care specialist named top LTC insurance specialist in Minnesota 03/18/13 - Newman Long Term Care Announces Strategic Alliance with Modern Woodmen of America 05/14/12 - Deb Newman elected President of NAIFA Minnesota 05/10/12 - Long Term Care Insurance Leader Addresses Life Insurance Meeting 04/25/12 - Women without Long-Term Care Plans Face Highest Risk; To Help Prepare, Newman Long Term Care offers Free "Woman's Guide to Long Term Care Insurance Protection" 04/09/12 - Multi-Life Long-Term Care Insurance Offers Big Benefits to Business Owners 03/22/12 - Newman Long Term Care Adds Two Team Members to Help Solve Nation's Growing Long-Term Care Needs 02/15/2012 - Newman Long Term Care Announces Strategic Alliance with AdvisorNet Financial 02/02/2012 - Give the Gift of Long-Term Care Planning this Valentine's Day 01/30/2012 - Long Term Care Insurance Leader Named Chair of Prestigious Foundation 01/06/2012 - LIFE Foundation Names Minnesota's Deb Newman as Board Chair