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Herb Fritch: From Actuary to HealthSpring's $3.8 Billion Sale
Herb Fritch began as an actuary, moved through managed-care operations and physician-group management, then helped turn a struggling Nashville HMO into HealthSpring. By 2012, Cigna had acquired the company for approximately $3.8 billion. The public record reveals both the scale of the sale and the more precise story of Fritch's own financial outcome. Herb Fritch HealthSpring

Kevin Warren
Jul 299 min read


Japanese Koi Breeder Harvest Auctions
For koi dealers, brokers, passionate collectors, and investors, the autumn harvest auctions at Japan’s top breeder farms mark one of the most anticipated chapters of the year.

Kevin Warren
Nov 25, 20253 min read


Azukari: At Narita Koi Farm
Explore the Japanese tradition of Azukari: at Narita Koi Farm—where prized Nishikigoi remain under expert care, nurtured in Japan’s finest koi facilities until they reach their full potential.

Kevin Warren
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Manabu Ogata: Japanese Koi Master
In this interview with Manabu Ogata: Japanese Koi Master, we see why Japan, the birthplace of Nishikigoi, remains the center of excellence for the finest koi in the world.

Kevin Warren
Oct 3, 20256 min read


Travel to Japan: These Apps Can Help
Your trip to visit the famous Koi Breeders of Japan is booked. Now, you need to understand how to make life easier for you when you get...

Kevin Warren
Apr 16, 20253 min read


Tosai Culling: Separating the Great from the Good
Tosai, a year-old Nishikigoi, are born in approximately June using indoor ponds and techniques developed by Nishikigoi breeders. After...

Kevin Warren
Apr 16, 20253 min read
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