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The Third Annual Warranty & Service Contract Innovations for Vehicle, Home, Smart Products & Consumer Goods

Join us for a deep dive into all key ingredients for creating winning warranty & service contracts at The Third Annual Warranty & Service Contract Innovations for Vehicle, Home, Smart Products & Consumer Goods, scheduled for March 26-27, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza® New Orleans French Quarter – Astor, New Orleans, Louisiana. We’re delighted today to give share agenda highlights with you!

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Edina Realty to pay $3.5 million in home warranty settlement with MN AG’s Office

The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office says a settlement has been reached with Edina Realty over alleged secret payments to promote home warranties.

Full Article: https://www.kimt.com/news/edina-realty-to-pay-3-5-million-in-home-warranty-settlement-with-mn-ags-office/article_129d3470-a68c-11ef-bc95-f3d6b2bd37ad.html

Cinch® Home Services Appoints Sharena Ali as CEO

 Cinch Home Services, one of the nation’s leading home warranty companies, announced today the appointment of Sharena Ali as its new CEO.

Full Release: https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/ap/business/cinch-home-services-appoints-sharena-ali-as-ceo/article_7f566cd9-235d-5708-b3dd-93fa45d565ab.html

Colorado AG Weiser sues Colorado Springs company for alleged car warranty fraud

AG Weiser filed a lawsuit against Champion Car Warranty and the company’s owners

Full Story: https://www.fox21news.com/news/ag-weiser-sues-cos-company-for-alleged-car-warranty-fraud/

Genstar Capital Increases Strategic Investment in Likewize, Acquires Majority Stake

Investment Empowers Next Stage of Growth and Innovation for Global Leader in Tech Protection and Support

Likewize, a leading global provider of tech protection and support, today announced that its existing investor, Genstar Capital (“Genstar”), has increased its investment in Likewize following its initial investment in March 2023. This significant investment makes Genstar the majority investor in Likewize and strengthens their commitment to fueling Likewize’s continued growth and mission to make every tech problem painless. Management and Brightstar Capital Partners (“Brightstar”) will remain minority investors in Likewize, ensuring continued leadership in driving the company forward.

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SSN is looking for speakers and panelists for The Third Annual Warranty & Service Contract Innovations for Vehicle, Home, Smart Products & Consumer Goods

March 26-27, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza® New Orleans French Quarter – Astor, New Orleans, Louisiana.

This innovative 2-track event takes a deep dive into all the key ingredients for creating winning warranty & service contracts for:

  • Vehicle,  Home, Appliance, Mobile, Electronics & Other Consumer Markets

Hear top industry leaders discuss tools and strategies for end-to end lifecycle solutions for:

  • Product Design, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Technology & Compliance
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ServeCo launches ServeCo Repair in Joint Venture

In a joint venture with Premier Furniture Consultants, ServeCo North America is launching ServeCo Repair today, providing in-home service nationwide.

Full Article: https://www.furnituretoday.com/industry-news/serveco-launches-serveco-repair-in-joint-venture/

New Legislation Increases Protection Offerings for Missourians

Missouri lawmakers furthered the protections for consumer finances by signing a new law that affords additional options for people looking to keep their budgets safe. 

Full Article: https://gapalliance.org/new-legislation-increases-protection-offerings-for-missourians/