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Christus recognized for its care, technology

Each year, health organizations are recognized through the College of HealthCare Information Management Executives’ Most Wired survey for uniting compassion and technology.

Christus Health and Christus Trinity Mother Frances Health System have been honored for 2019.

The purpose of the award is to recognize the positive impact on the health and care of communities through the best use of information technology. This year marks the fourth time Christus Health’s facilities have been recognized.

“At Christus Health, we are proud of the work we do to connect with our patients, and we are committed to continually improving our systems and services,” said George Conklin, senior vice president and chief information officer. “Increasing evidence shows that we can improve the quality of care and outcomes for our communities and support our mission of extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.”

Prothro, Wilhelmi and Co. announce certification, promotion

Prothro, Wilhelmi and Co. is pleased to announce that Ben Nafe has recently received his certification and is now a licensed CPA.

Nafe graduated from Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas, with his accounting and finance degree. After graduation, he worked as the assistant director of financial aid for Tabor College.

His areas of practice include audits of financial statements for local governments and not-for-profit.

Also, John Mitchell has recently received his certification and is now a licensed CPA.

Mitchell joined the firm after he graduated summa cum laude from the University of Texas at Tyler with his Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree, majoring in both accounting and finance. He recently received his CPA certification and is currently a member of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants.

His areas of practice include tax preparation for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts and nonprofits.

Erin McNeill has been promoted to senior tax associate with Prothro, Wilhelmi and Co.

Winnsboro company names marketing director

Amy McKinney has been named director of marketing at Team Worldwide in Winnsboro.

McKinney will be responsible for developing strategy for marketing, connecting over 45 branch locations across its network with branded assets, website management, customer communication, as well as the brand and advertising efforts of the company, according to a news release from the company.

McKinney has over 18 years of experience, including 17 years at Southwest Airlines in roles within their Rapid Rewards partnership team and managing cargo and charters marketing efforts, according to the release. Most recently, she was senior marketing manager, focused on strategic marketing for Susan G. Komen.

“As we celebrate 40 years of excellence in our industry, Team continues to invest in our marketing and communications touchpoints,” said Jason Brunson, Team’s chief executive officer. “With Amy’s extensive background in multichannel marketing and her passion for innovation, improvement and providing excellence to our customers, she will align perfectly with the exceptional value our Team customers have come to expect from our organization.”

McKinney earned a BBA in marketing at Texas A&M University-Commerce.