﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:18:00 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Saving the Bees One Swarm at a Time</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/saving-the-bees-one-swarm-at-a-time,c9141859</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision365379</guid><description><![CDATA[Globally-Minded Beekeeper, Cat Wilford-Fraley Rescues Bees And Supports Local Farms
Montara, CA July 1, 2011-- In addition to the global market collapse, the U.N has reported that the mysterious collapse of honey-bee hives is a global problem. A 2010 Congressional report explained that these little pollinators contribute over 14 billion in value to the economy and the complete reasons for hive collapse is still unknown. But one beekeeper is addressing this global crisis by taking action in her own backyard and community by rescuing the bees one hive at a time.

Catherine Fraley is a self-]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 16:35:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Dedicates " Homes of Hope" in Baja, Mexico</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-dedicates---homes-of-hope--in-baja--mexico,c9138863</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision362070</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, TX – June 20, 2011 – First Rate, Inc. (http://www.firstrate.com/) is continuing its fifteen-year tradition of traveling to Mexico to build homes for needy families. First Rate recently undertook a Memorial Day weekend trip to Baja, Mexico to do just that, and will travel to Tijuana in July with a similar objective. These efforts are part of the Homes for Hope program run by Youth with A Mission (YWAM) San Diego/Baja (http://ywamsandiegobaja.org/homes-of-hope/).

“At First Rate, we really are committed to giving back, and to First Rate Living (http://www.firstrate.com/about-]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:50:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What Does Dad Want? Try Honor, Says Author Robert Barriger Honor is the Father’s Day Gift That Every Dad Values</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/what-does-dad-want--try-honor--says-author-robert-barriger-honor-is-the-father-s-day-gift-that-every,c9134863</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision358296</guid><description><![CDATA[June 14, 2011, Dallas, TX--Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift doesn’t have to be expensive. All it takes is some thought and appreciation to give Dad the most valuable gift of all, honor.

“Honor and respect are more important than any tie or gadget to a man,” explains author Robert Barriger. “Most dads don’t care about getting stuff; they would rather just have a great meal and hang out.” In the recent release, Honour Found, Experiencing the Power of the Honour Principle and How it Can Add Significance to Your Life, (http://www.honourfound.com/) Pastor Robert Barriger explores the]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:23:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Where Has All the Honor Gone? Asks Author Robert Barriger     Honour Found Calls for a Revival of this Essential Life Principle</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/where-has-all-the-honor-gone--asks-author-robert-barriger--honour-found-calls-for-a-revival-of-this-essential-life-principle,g9128575</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision352310</guid><description><![CDATA[Dallas, TX,  May 25, 2011--When stories about deceit, corruption, and infidelity fill the news headlines, it makes us wonder – “Where has all the honor gone?”  In the newly released book, Honour Found, Experiencing the Power of the Honour Principle and How it Can Add Significance to Your Life, Pastor Robert Barriger explores and explains the critical need to restore and integrate this valuable truth in all areas of life, work and leadership.

“To give and to receive honor is a basic human need,” explains Barriger.  “There is a cry in the human heart for honor and need for heroes we can]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 17:41:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Regards Customer Service as the Market Differentiator for Financial Services Industry</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-regards-customer-service-as-the-market-differentiator-for-financial-services-industry,g569732</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision341187</guid><description><![CDATA[Show Me My Money, Now” Requires Technology, Personalization and the Human Touch

Financial Management Software and Service Provider Converges Technology with the Human Touch
Arlington, TX.  May 4, 2011   The “Starbucks Way” has transformed the world of customer service for many industries, including financial services.  Today’s consumers are more actively involved in their portfolios and have higher expectations from those who manage their nest eggs.  In a data rich world, consumers want information, analytics and graphics that will show them how their assets are performing.   This means]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 20:35:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>South Dallas “Poverty Tour” Stuns Ministry Leaders</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/south-dallas--poverty-tour--stuns-ministry-leaders,g568855</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314293</guid><description><![CDATA[Greater Dallas Justice Revival Seeks Help for Forgotten Children of Dallas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.  May 3, 2011.  Dallas, TX.  More than 1000 children in Fair Park of South Dallas sleep on floors, many without electricity, and with little food. A recent “Poverty in Dallas” tour of by the Greater Dallas Justice Revival (GDJR) (http://www.dallasjusticerevival.com/index.html) for church leaders throughout South Dallas revealed miles after miles of poverty.  “Poverty worse than the infamous ninth ward of New Orleans” says Rev. Don Parish of True Lee Missionary Baptist Church, one of the tours]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 13:58:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Challenge to Honour in All Things.</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/a-challenge-to-honour-in-all-things-,g568845</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314270</guid><description><![CDATA[Honour Found, Author Robert Barriger available for media interviews.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. April 29, 20011.  Dallas, TX.  

The media intensive world has eroded and changed the customary behaviors of respect and civility in our daily lives. Honor is more than a virtue is an essential principle of life and destiny.  In the May release of Honour Found, Experiencing the Power of the Honour Principle and How it Can Add Significance to Your Life, Pastor Robert Barriger explains the deep need to both give and live this valuable truth.

“Honour is more than a tribute given to super heroes and]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:33:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Knows Performance Counts</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-knows-performance-counts,g558660</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision315373</guid><description><![CDATA[First Rate is Leader in Financial Performance Software and Community Support
Arlington, TX.  March 29, 2011 - In this time of economic uncertainty, investors are concerned about their portfolios and want to visually see how their investments are performing with reports, charts and diagrams. The consumer demand for change of value, analytics and more graphics explains the success of First Rate in Arlington, TX. Over the last twenty years, First Rate has grown from a 1991 start-up to a leading provider of financial performance measurement software for the financial services industry with over]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:17:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>FIRST RATE MAJOR ORGANIZATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-major-organizational-announcement,g558655</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision315371</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, TX – March 16, 2011 – First Rate (http://www.firstrate.com/), a leading provider of performance measurement solutions for the financial services industry, today announced organizational changes designed to position the company for further corporate growth and servicing of clients.

First Rate Founder Dave Stone’s roles of CEO and President, which he has held since the firm’s inception twenty years ago, are being separated. Stone will continue as CEO, where he will provide executive leadership and assist with the strategic direction of the company.

Craig Wietz will assume the]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Performance Conference Approved for CFA CE Credits</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-performance-conference-approved-for-cfa-ce-credits,g558627</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision307056</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, TX – March 7, 2011 – First Rate (http://www.firstrate.com/), a leading provider of performance measurement solutions for the financial services industry, is pleased to announce that its upcoming 20th annual performance measurement conference has been approved for CFA continuing education (CE) credit.

On March 28, 2011, First Rate will welcome investment performance professionals in the trust bank, registered investment advisory and brokerage industries at its annual client conference in Arlington, Texas. The Conference will provide a great opportunity to stay abreast of]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Continues Sponsorship of Community Storehouse’s Hope Dinner and Auction</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-continues-sponsorship-of-community-storehouse-s-hope-dinner-and-auction,g558670</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision315374</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, TX – March 4, 2011 – First Rate (http://www.firstrate.com/), a leading provider of performance measurement solutions for the financial services industry, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Community Storehouse’s 9th annual Hope Dinner and Auction. This highly anticipated event, scheduled for Saturday, March 5, 2011 at the Southlake Town Square Hilton, will feature dining, music, and dancing along with an auction and raffle. It will benefit the Community Storehouse in its mission of providing basic needs for children in the Keller and Northwest Independent School]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Rate Unveils First Rate Performance 6.2</title><link>http://news.cision.com/empowercom-us/r/first-rate-unveils-first-rate-performance-6-2,g558659</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision315372</guid><description><![CDATA[Advanced Reporting. Enhanced Exception Reporting. Automated Composite Building.
Arlington, TX - August 12, 2010 - First Rate®, a leading provider of performance measurement solutions for the financial services industry, today announced the availability of First Rate PerformanceTM 6.2. This latest version of First Rate Performance empowers wealth management professionals with advanced automated functions that streamline operations, offers additional reporting options, furthers analytic capabilities and improves large scale processing efficiencies.

Highlighted new solutions provided by]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>