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

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^{Published in Business and Finance on Wednesday, May 12th 2010 at 13:50 GMT by Market Wire}  

DELRAY BEACH, Fla.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--BankAtlantic (NYSE:BBX), Floridaa�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 ahow to evaluate health insurance.a 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 clientsa� 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 Manager of BankAtlantica�s Manalapan branch at 561-588-0025 extension 7000, or via email at [ MGlass@bankatlantic.com ].

About BankAtlantic: BankAtlantic, aFloridaa�s Most Convenient Banka, 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.

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the aSecurities Acta), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the aExchange Acta). Actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed, or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein and the Company cautions that the foregoing factors are not exclusive.