Self-funding is a funding mechanism long used for health benefits, particularly in the large group market with 100-plus members. The Affordable Care Act, however, is creating a sweet spot for smaller groups who can use level funded self-funding plans to save money and gain control over costs.
Lean management principles have been used effectively in manufacturing companies for decades. In recent years, those same practices are proving to be successful in the
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Cruise Planners-American Express Travel co-founder and CEO Michelle Fee had a decision to make at the end of 2012. Palm Beach Capital decided to sell its company share and get out of travel.
Sara Blakely was able to change the women’s undergarment industry because she was an outsider. The Clearwater, Florida, native’s journey with Spanx unfolded in classic storybook form — from cutting feet out of pantyhose to fashioning her own concealed undergarment to building a $250 million a year business that continues to innovate and expand, including opening retail stores.
The recession and slumping housing market made the past few years a good time to invest in apartments — and Landmark Apartment Trust of America Inc. was poised to take action. By acquiring more than $1 billion in properties in 2013, Landmark now owns or manages almost 33,000 units.
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