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February 2012 ChrisColeman
Chris Coleman
President

BBB's 8 Tips to Prepare Your Home, Car for Winter

We have recently been experiencing unseasonably mild temperatures. As our luck will not last forever, sometime soon temperatures will dip into the freezing zone, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises consumers to prepare homes and vehicles for cold weather to reduce heating costs, to prevent damage and destruction of property or simply to save headaches when snow and ice arrive.
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BBB Presidents Message

Happy February:

Things are falling into place for our Integrity Award programs in April. Judging has recently been completed and our program planning is underway. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend!

• Des Moines: Wednesday, April 11th 11:45 Downtown Marriott, Des Moines, IA
• Quad Cities: Thursday, April 26th 11:45 Hotel Blackhawk, Davenport, IA

Watch the mail for your invitation to these extraordinarily interesting and inspiring luncheon celebrations as we honor local businesses and students of integrity.
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Scam Alert: Another Phishing E Mail

This has been making the rounds and is a variation on a theme where the email warning you against a virus probably will create one or at a minimum compromise your computer and personal information. As usual the email below contains awkward wording and is probably is sent from outside of the country.
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A Special Tip from the BBB:
Protecting Data: Does Your Business Know What to Do?


In times of escalating privacy and data breaches, customers expect every business - large or small - that collects their sensitive personal information will protect it. Better Business Bureau advises business owners to proactively address customer anxiety and takes steps to both prevent and prepare for a security breach. BBB has endorsed the Online Trust Alliance's Data Protection and Breach Readiness Guide, recently updated for 2012
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The BBB Gears Up for 14th Annual National Consumer Protection Week

The BBB is again partnering and joining forces with federal, state, and local government agencies and national organizations to celebrate the 14th annual National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) coming March 4-10, 2012. During NCPW, groups nationwide share tips and information that help consumers protect their privacy, manage money and debt, avoid identity theft, and avoid frauds and scams.
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New Members
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Anniversaries
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Winter Tips
President's Column
Scam Alert
Special Tip
Consumer Protection Week
New Members
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