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Assurex Global Selects HTH Worldwide International Health Plans

Posted on: Monday, 2 March 2009, 09:51 CST

HTH to provide group and individual benefits for world travelers and expats

RADNOR, Pa., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- HTH Worldwide announced today that it has been selected by Assurex Global to provide a full suite of international health plans and medical assistance services to the world's largest network of independent insurance and risk management brokers, Assurex Global actively identifies best-in-class products and services for its Partners. For over 50 years, Assurex Global Partners have worked to maintain their independent status, believing it allows them to be entrepreneurial, innovative, and focused on doing what's right for the client. HTH Worldwide's track record of growth, innovation and market leadership is a natural fit, and comes at a time when brokers are looking for new ways to maintain revenue growth and their reputation for finding the best insurance solutions.

"We're looking forward to expanding our markets and services with the help of HTH Worldwide," said Jim Hackbarth, President and CEO of Assurex Global. "Their international programs set the standard for meeting the needs of global travelers for reliable medical care and innovative insurance products and services."

HTH Worldwide offers group plans for employees and families relocating on long-term assignments and for short-term international business travelers. All HTH Worldwide programs include 24/7 concierge-level medical assistance and access to a worldwide contracted community of over 5,000 doctors and hospitals in 180 countries. HTH Worldwide's web-based global health and safety databases covering over 1,100 destinations are also available on line and via handheld devices,

"We are delighted to be selected by Assurex Global as their international health insurance partner. When organizations such as ours join forces, you can be sure our dedication and expertise will produce best-in-class service for international travelers," said Angelo Masciantonio, President and CEO of HTH Worldwide.

About HTH Worldwide

Currently serving more than 650 group clients, HTH Worldwide is a leading provider of health insurance and medical assistance services for international business and leisure travelers and students, serving over 650,000 individuals annually. HTH Worldwide combines its health and safety research, advanced Internet and mobile applications, and extensive experience in designing and delivering international health insurance plans to ensure customers' health, safety and peace of mind. HTH Worldwide was recently named one of North America's fastest growing companies in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500. For more information, visit www.hthworldwide.com.

About Assurex Global:

Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Assurex Global is the world's largest privately held risk management, commercial insurance and employee benefits brokerage group, placing annual premiums in excess of $28 billion. Over 20,000 professionals in more than 550 offices on six continents work to provide seamless client service through the agency/broker-owned independent network. Assurex Global Partners -- only one per market -- are selected by capability, integrity, growth potential, quality and breadth of services. For a complete list of Assurex Global Partners or for more information, visit www.assurexglobal.com.

CONTACT: John Miller: 215-564-3200 x 114 jmiller@gobraithwaite.com Meg Allwein: (614) 734-6058 mallwein@assurexglobal.com

SOURCE HTH Worldwide

Source: PR Newswire

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