NEWS RELEASE
September 8, 2010
ABA Media Contact: John Hall
(202) 663-5473
E-mail: jhall@aba.com

WASHINGTON — Business Solutions, a subsidiary of the American Bankers Association, has entered into a relationship with Black Swan Consulting Group to offer analysis and valuations on fixed income structured products.   ABA members will receive preferred pricing.

Black Swan was selected based on their extensive level of market expertise and commitment to the community bank sector.  They have in-depth market experience across multiple fixed income asset classes and possess a unique perspective and understanding gained through working with clients in extremely turbulent market conditions.    

“Our community bankers were seeking advice on independent third-party risk assessments and valuations. Now have the help they need,” said William Kroll, president of Business Solutions. “Black Swan provides in-depth reports that include cash flow analysis, valuations and much more.”

“Black Swan is pleased to work with Business Solutions to offer an ABA member-advantaged program,” said Aaron Wong, principal of Black Swan. “While the worst of the financial crisis may be behind us, there still remains uncertainty surrounding illiquid and difficult-to-value securities. It is our goal to provide the best-in-class service and the most cost-effective valuation and risk management solutions available.”

Black Swan will be part of a comprehensive suite of capital markets solutions offered by Business Solutions, which include the ABA NASDAQ Indices and the Prepaid Market Assessment. For more information, visit www.aba.com or contact ABA’s Helen Sullivan at (202) 663-5167.

About American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association represents banks of all sizes and charters and is the voice for the nation’s $13 trillion banking industry and its 2 million employees.  Learn more at www.aba.com.

About Business Solutions
Business Solutions offers ABA members competitive products and innovative solutions selected by bankers for bankers that will help you save money, build customer relationships and improve your bottom line. Our unmatched, value-added products and services in Payment Solutions, Mortgage Solutions, Capital Markets, and Commercial Lending & Business Banking will minimize your expenses, maximize your bank’s performance and, in many cases, offset your ABA dues.  Learn more at www.aba.com/businesssolutions.

About Black Swan
Black Swan Consulting Group is an independent advisory firm specializing in fixed income products. Our firm is dedicated to assisting financial institutions manage the complex challenges facing structured products today. Black Swan has a successful and proven track record in helping institutions of all sizes. 

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