BankAtlantic to Sponsor Educational Seminar for Certified Public Accountants in Delray Beach, Florida

DELRAY BEACH, FL. – May 12, 2010 – BankAtlantic, Florida’s Most Convenient Bank, announced today that it has partnered with insurance agent, Lowell Richard, Director of Adcahb Health Insurance, to host a continuing education seminar tailored towards public certified accountants.

The seminar will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at Gleneagles Country Club located at 7667 Victory Lane, Delray Beach. A complimentary breakfast will be provided, courtesy of BankAtlantic. Attendees will earn two free hours of technical business credits (course #898978). Valuable educational information will be provided regarding “how to evaluate health insurance.” The topics of discussion will include: strategies to implement today to evaluate and select proper insurance coverage; how to drive thousands of dollars to your clients’ bottom line; how to avoid the pitfalls that may trap many businesses when purchasing insurance; and how to identify riskier types of health insurance plans.

The seminar is open to any CPA looking to earn continuing education credits. Reservations are required; RSVP by Monday, May 17th by contacting Marcy Glass, Market Manger of BankAtlantic’s Manalapan branch at 561-588-0025 extension 7000, or via email at MGlass@bankatlantic.com.

About BankAtlantic: BankAtlantic, “Florida’s Most Convenient Bank”, is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida. Via its broad network of community branches, online banking division - BankAtlantic.com, and conveniently located ATMs, BankAtlantic provides a full line of personal, small business and commercial banking products and services. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week with extended weekday hours, Free Online Banking & Bill Pay, a 7-Day Customer Service Center and Change Exchange coin counters.

BankAtlantic Bancorp (NYSE: BBX) is a bank holding company and the parent company of BankAtlantic.

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