Unum on IT worker shortage

The IT worker shortage is scarey enough to prompt Unum executives to spend time in schools trying to convince kids to aim for computers. The TFP reports it.

UNUM awards Academy STEM grant

Unum, based in Chattanooga, awarded $150K over three years to the Greater Chattanooga Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Academy. The TFP reports.

Unum Group thrives

The Times Free Press provides an update on Chattanooga-based Unum Group (NYSE:UNM). Though caution is CEO Thomas Watjen's mantra, the company is rebuilding its reputation with some employers, producing extraordinary earnings and keeping its cards close regarding its future agenda with respect to acquisitions and the development of 28 acres of prime 'Nooga real estate it controls. Prior to joining Unum in 1994, Watjen was a managing director with Morgan Stanley & Co. He's held the Unum helm six years.