Business Resources Co.
10413 Pretty Lake Tr. Plymouth; 574-780-2261; www.davidmiller.biz
David Miller of Business Resources Company will be hosting a new radio show on WTCA AM 1050. The show is entitled "Business On The Line" and will focus on business issues in the area. The show premiers at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 12th, and will air every other Wednesday. Miller has over 20 years of small business and economic development experience. The show will feature guest segments, listener call in, and practical information related to business.
Ivy Tech State College
3755 Lake City Hwy., Warsaw; 574-267-5428; www.ivytech.edu
Ivy Tech administrators recently signed the first transfer-of-credit agreement between the North Central Region's Technology Division and a campus of Purdue University. The agreement provides for transfer of approx. 22 courses earned in any technology program to the bachelor's degree in industrial technology at Purdue North Central. Technology programs include design, automotive services, manufacturing/industrial and electronic/computer technology.
The Center for Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc.
112 S. Center St., STE C, Plymouth; 574-935-4511; www.centerforhospice.org
The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. has earned special recognition from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County for "providing outstanding, compassionate care to those facing the end of life and their loved ones." The recognition was given as part of the Leighton Award for Nonprofit Excellence and included a $10,000 unrestricted grant. The Center was one of three awardees out of 21 applicants. The Center is a not-for-profit, community-based agency. Offices in South Bend, Plymouth and Elkhart, Hospice serves St. Joseph, Marshall, Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, LaPorte and Starke Counties.
GIBSON INSURANCE GROUP
333 E. Jefferson St., Plymouth; 574-936-2122; www.gibsonins.com
Gibson Ins. Group, a privately held agency with 80 employees, 28 in their Plymouth location and 52 in their South Bend location, announces their commitment to grow. "We've taken a strategic look at our company and see that our future is full of growth opportunities," stated Greg Downes, President of Gibson Insurance Group, "We've made an investment in much needed office space for the agency and plan future expansion as well." Growth projections for Gibson over the next few years estimate a 25% increase in headcount for the agency. "These are positive numbers for Plymouth and Marshall County," noted Mr. Downes. Gibson Insurance Group is among the top 250 agencies in the nation Offering customized solutions for risk management to a wide array of clients, Gibson Insurance Group specializes in Commercial, Personal and Employee Benefits Insurance programs that are fully supported by Loss Prevention and Claim Services. Gibson focuses on North Central Indiana and Southwest Michigan clients with offices in both South Bend and Plymouth, Indiana, and numerous association member clients throughout the country. For further details contact Tania Bengtsson, Marketing Coordinator at 245-3546 or tbengtsson@gibsonins.com.
LEADERSHIP MARSHALL COUNTY
574-935-5159
Students from Class X of Leadership Marshall County received a first-hand look at local government during its government session on December 15. The students learned about the governmental bodies that are in Marshall County with the help of guest speaker Jim Easterday, an attorney from Plymouth. A panel discussion with county leaders varying from a county commissioner to a township trustee, gave the students the opportunity to learn about different governmental positions in the county. The panelists also answered questions about current issues facing the county, which led into a small group discussion on four different topics. The leadership class students gave their input on these current issues: what could be done with the existing county jail building/property, possibilities for a juvenile detention center that is shared by area counties, recommendations for the real estate the county owns next the Shady Rest Home, and thoughts on the Comprehensive Plan for Marshall County. The session wrapped up with an invitation to the students to become involved in their local government or possibly run for an office. Each month, for nine months, students enrolled in the Leadership Marshall County class learn about various aspects of leadership and leadership opportunities within the county. The mission of the program is to identify, motivate, and develop community leaders through education and skills development. The program culminates with a graduation ceremony in May. For more information on the Leadership Marshall County program, please contact Jeff Honzik at 574-935-5159.
Ancilla Domini College
9601 S. Union Rd., Donaldson; 574- 936-8898; www.ancilla.edu
The Academic Council at Ancilla College has approved a new associate degree in business to be taught in an accelerated format. The accelerated Associate of Science degree in business administration is structured to take less classroom time than conventional (traditional) programs. The accelerated courses meet for five to eight weeks, cutting classroom time to less than half that of traditional courses which meet for sixteen weeks. The program is designed for adult learners who have at least three years of work experience. The classes are conveniently held in the evening one time per week from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. to accommodate those who work during the daytime. A unique feature of the program is that a student can start the program at various times throughout the year since the classes typically start every five weeks. Those who have successfully completed business courses in the traditional format may also receive credit in the accelerated program for the courses already taken. All courses that are currently offered in the accelerated certificate program can immediately be applied to the accelerated associate degree in business administration. For more information on the accelerated business administration degree program, contact the Ancilla College Admissions Office at 574-936-8898 ext. 330. Ancilla College is a private, two-year, co-educational, liberal arts college sponsored by the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ and located on the grounds of the PHJC Ministry Center at Donaldson, Ind.
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