July 31, 2009
Enterprise Florida’s Regional Strategic Planning Forum attended by CFO Sink
CFO Sink Speaks to “Leaders of Tomorrow”
Going Once, Going Twice, Sold! Unclaimed Property Auction will be held in October
Roofing company owner convicted of workers' comp fraud
CFO Sink activates DFS storm line to help with tornado claims
Workers' Compensation Bureau Chief speaks at the Florida Association of Self Insurance
Live on-line chat spurs attendance at Naples Florida housing workshop
Hurricane Checklist: Avoid non-renewal or cancellation of your insurance
Safeguard Our Seniors workshop draws crowd in Gulfport
My Family CFO Ideas from Readers: Minimize Credit-Card Interest Rates
Saving Money, Saving Energy: The "Cash for Clunkers" program goes fast
July 24, 2009
CFO Sink's leadership creates dramatic progress in
foreclosure prevention for volunteer program
Florida Insurance Consumer Advocate hosts Claims Dispute Resolution Roundtable
Florida Housing Help workshop scheduled in Deltona
Racketeering pastor found guilty
State Fire Marshal Sink announces arson arrest following illegal “renovation” plan
Consumer Alert: CFO Sink warns of fraudulent email seeking personal data
DFS’ Division of Insurance Fraud congratulates Detective Carolina Varon on her accomplishments
Hurricane Checklist: How to file a claim
State Fire Marshal representatives attend Florida Fire Chiefs Association Annual
Meeting & Executive Development Conference
Deputy CFO Brian London Addresses Florida Sheriffs Association
Upcoming DFS events around the state
My Family CFO Idea: Shop Now for Back-to-School
Deals
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Make your dishwasher work more efficiently appliances
July 17, 2009
CFO Sink's Consumer Service specialists recover $11.5 million in six months
Florida Insurance Consumer Advocate hosts roundtable for advocate groups
CFO sink reminds Floridians to verify travel insurance in preparation for summer vacations
Newly elected Boys State CFO Ilvens Jean visits CFO's office
Foreclosure help workshop to be held July 25 in Naples
Are you properly insured for your summer fun?
Hurricane Checklist: Understand your health insurance coverage
My Family CFO Idea: A money-saving challenge
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Florida to receive up to $17,585,000 for rebate program to encourage purchases of energy-efficient appliances
July 10, 2009
CFO Sink addresses Florida Girls State
DFS Davis Productivity Awards recipients recognized by CFO Sink
CFO Sink congratulates A.L.Ex. -- Academy of Leadership and Excellence Class of 2009
Enterprise Florida execs talk job growth, development with CFO Sink
CFO Sink brings together housing stakeholders seeking effective help for Florida's first-time homebuyers
Foreclosure help workshop to be held July 25 in Naples
Hurricane Checklist: Mobile Home Mitigation
Just out of college? Don't neglect your health insurance
My Family CFO Idea: How to find the best answer to a health question
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Don’t Try to Bail out the Titanic with a Teaspoon
July 3, 2009
CFO Sink and emergency managers urge 4th of July fireworks safety
As KidCare reforms go into effect, CFO Sink urges Florida families to sign up
Florida Public Pension Trustees Association Addressed by CFO Sink
Show me the money! Sink’s Bureau of Unclaimed Property doles out record millions
CFO Sink commends use of Build America Bonds, resulting in $56 million saved
CFO Sink Speaks to Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters
CFO Sink praises Mayor Dyer and CSX for extending SunRail negotiating period
CFO Sink's Division of Insurance Fraud brings a five year old fraud case to a halt
CFO Sink urges Floridians to be prepared for summer road travels
Foreclosure workshop in Tampa draws 450
Hurricane Checklist: Understanding Your Deductible
My Family CFO Idea: Top 5 Remodeling Headaches according to Consumer Reports' Readers
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Reduce black carbon (aka, soot) pollution
June 26, 2009
DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano & CFO Alex Sink launch 'United We Serve' initiative, encouraging community service and preparedness
4-H Legislature visits Tallahassee, is addressed by CFO Sink
CFO Sink Participates in the Florida Bar Convention in Orlando
Florida Retail Federation addressed by CFO Sink
Mortgage Bankers Association of Florida hears from CFO Sink in Sarasota
Homeowners Find Help in Lake City
Hurricane Checklist: Finding the right contractor to harden your home
My Family CFO Idea: Watch out for debit card fraud
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Something fishy on the menu?
June 19, 2009
CFO Sink highlights statewide effort to bring more money
to Florida's families
Latin Builders Association hears from CFO Sink in Miami
Florida Justice Association addressed by CFO Sink
CFO Sink recognizes 4th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
CFO Sink suspends Haines City funeral director's license for inappropriate disposing of remains
Lightning Safety Week is June 21-27
Hurricane Checklist: Is your business covered?
MyFamilyCFO Idea: Get Creative and Save Money on Summer Entertainment
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Save trees – rediscover your local library
June 12, 2009
Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee hears from CFO Sink
CFO Alex Sink Speaks to Florida’s School Board Members and School Superintendents
CFO Sink calls for greater efficiency, emphasis on transparency as SBA revisits budget
CFO Sink announces arrests of Escambia men charged with stealing nearly half a million dollars from local school
June is National Homeownership Month
Flagler County Florida Housing Help Workshop serves 50 Families
Hurricane Checklist: Just because you rent doesn’t mean you don’t need coverage
My Family CFO Idea: How will the Making Work Pay tax credit affect you?
Policy solutions based on science will save time, energy and money for Florida’s next generation
June 5, 2009
CFO Sink applauds signing of KidCare reforms
Productivity Award recipients congratulated by CFO Sink
At State EOC, CFO Sink is briefed on mock hurricane exercise
Tampa's Cub Scout Pack 47 visits CFO Sink
DFS detective, multi-agency effort recovers millions for fraud victims
Hurricane Checklist: Make sure your valuables are covered
My Family CFO Idea: You can find money to save
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Take out your broom or rake
May 29, 2009
CFO Sink, AARP join
other groups to 'Create the Good,' help neighbors, communities prepare
for 2009 storms
CFO Alex Sink recognizes Jacksonville officer as 'Trooper of the Year'
Cabinet and Governor honor Prudential Financial Davis Productivity
Awards
CFO Sink unveils new online insurance library as part of hurricane
preparedness week
Florida National Guard Unit Thanked For Service by CFO Sink at Send-Off
Ceremony
CFO Alex Sink appoints new 'sunshine attorney' showing commitment to
open government
CFO Sink revokes license of agent who was misleading seniors in annuity
scam
Hurricane Safety Precautions
My Family CFO Idea: Education is needed before investing
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Hot and cold energy savings at home
May 22, 2009
CFO Alex Sink unveils 'Florida's Checkbook’, adds new level of transparency in government spending
State plane travel logs posted online following CFO Sink's recommendation for greater transparency
DFS wins a gold medal for Excellence in Loss Prevention
CFO Sink Highlights Transparency and Waste Cutting at Florida TaxWatch Meeting
Inspector General Conference Hears From CFO Sink on Importance of Accountability
United Way and CFO Sink Hold Gathering of Faith and Community Leaders
CFO Sink asking for feedback on foreclosure process to provide to Task Force
Deputy CFO Teston speaks at Financial Planning Association’s Quarterly Meeting
Florida Consumer Advocate urges governor to veto managed care legislation
CFO Sink offers natural disaster preparedness and recovery programs for small business owners
Upcoming Hurricane Preparedness events
Hurricane season is the time for an annual check-up
My Family CFO Idea: Resolve and remember to regularly backup your computer
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Policy solutions based on science will save time, energy and money for Florida’s next generation
May 15, 2009
Cabinet motions proposed by CFO Sink to improve SBA transparency
CFO Sink speaks to the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches
At Women’s Conference welcome, CFO Sink shares personal experience
DFS Investigators catch woman trying to steal millions from Florida
CFO Sink calls for state plane travel logs to be posted online
Letter to Florida Congressional delegation from CFO Sink warns of harm to small businesses and state
Join the Hurricane Seminar in Deland on Thursday, May 21st
Send your veteran back to school with the new GI Bill
Automobile insurance for young adults: deal or no deal
The Weekly Hurricane Financial Checklist
My Family CFO Idea: Retirement planning should include tax planning
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Maximize lighting efficiency in your home
May 8, 2009
CFO Sink attends ribbon cutting of consolidated
call center, saving Floridians millions
Commencement Speaker
Alex Sink Receives Her First
Honorary Doctorate
CFO Sink joins state leaders in honoring slain
law-enforcement officers at Capitol
$14 million recovered by CFO Sink's insurance
consumer specialists last year
State Fire Marshal Sink encourages Floridians to
participate in Arson Awareness Week
CFO Sink sends letter to SBA Director on
oversight recommendations
DFS participates is "Girls Going Places"
Sarasota
Civic League Gets Visit From CFO Sink
CFO Sink's DFS to host Safeguard Our Seniors
Forum in Deland
NFL Youth Education in
Jacksonville
The Weekly Hurricane Financial Checklist
My Family CFO Idea: Organize your finances online
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Turn It Off!
May 1, 2009
CFO Sink commends Florida Senate for passing Safeguard Our Seniors legislation to protect seniors
CFO Sink applauds passage of KidCare legislation
Cabinet Resolution for Public Service Recognition Week May 4-9
CFO Sink restricts Lake Wales funeral home director's activities after decomposed body found
CFO Sink urges continuation of My Safe Florida Home program with existing funds
CFO Sink calls for funding of Inland Protection Trust Fund
CFO Sink appointed to Florida Supreme Court Task Force on Mortgage Foreclosures
Department of Financial Services presents five Florida Housing Help workshops
CFO Sink posts new Web site to help military recover life insurance compensation
USF Students Have Lunch with CFO Sink as Part of Session Internship Program
Financial Planning Association of Florida meets with CFO Sink
State Fire Marshal canines sniff out foul play
Staying healthy in the workplace
The Weekly Hurricane Financial Checklist
My Family CFO Idea: Beware of unscrupulous lenders
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Reducing the Heat Island Effect in our Neighborhoods
April 24, 2009
CFO Sink's ‘Protecting Florida Homeowners' roundtable brings together lawyers & lenders
CFO Sink promotes “Safeguard Our Seniors” legislation with a visit to the Bayview Senior Center in Pensacola
CFO Sink visits the Andrews Institute in Pensacola
CFO Sink opposes near-shore drilling bill that threatens Florida's economy
On Earth Day, CFO Sink's Division of Legal Services recognized for environmental awareness
CFO Sink: Three arrested after preying on seniors in insurance fraud scheme
My Family CFO Idea: A sensible way to protect your valuable property
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Eating Healthy Can Lower the Medical Bills
Going Green for Homeowners: What insurance questions should you ask?
April 17, 2009
State Fire Marshal Sink honors Florida
Firefighters during Firefighter Appreciation Week
CFO Sink works to protect Florida homeowners and boost housing
market
CFO Sink saves over $2 million annually with call center
consolidation
CFO Sink releases details for upcoming lawyer/lender roundtable in
Tampa
April is Water Conservation Month in Florida
CFO Sink: DFS Storm Line ready to help victims of Florida storms and
tornadoes
Economic Town Hall with Congressman Wexler
Florida Licensing On Wheels (FLOW)
My Family CFO Idea: Family dinners are a good value
Saving Energy, Saving Energy: The Economics of Safe Pets in Florida
April 10, 2009
CFO Sink announces upcoming lawyer/lender
roundtable to help Floridians avoid foreclosure
CFO Sink encourages Legislature
to continue My Safe
Florida Home
CFO Sink announces new State
Fire Marshal Division
Director
Florida Housing Help workshops
continue to help
homeowners
Coral Insurance Company ordered into rehabilitation
by circuit court judge
My Family CFO Idea: It's hurricane financial check-up
time
A stitch in time saves nine…..
April 3, 2009
CFO Sink Attends Groundbreaking
Ceremony for Palm Harbor Marina
CFO Sink meets with middle school student for Developmental Disability
Awareness Day
CFO Sink: Don't be an 'April Fool,' get financially literate
Florida Housing Help workshops continue
Buy Florida Bonds
CFO Sink urges Floridians to claim valuable tax credit
My Family CFO Idea: Long-term care insurance and Medicaid
Saving Energy, Saving Money: Concerned about high summer utility bills?
