Leyland Cypress â Cupress ocyparis leylandii â foliage is dark green to gray color; has upright branches with a feathery appearance; has a light scent; good for people with allergies to other Christmas tree types. One of the most sought after Christmas trees in the Southeastern United States. Balsam Fir â Abies balsamea â Â¾ to 1 Â½ short, flat, long lasting needles that are rounded at the tip; nice, dark green color with silvery cast and fragrant. Named for the balsam or resin found in blisters on bark.
Portfolio Recovery Associates, Inc. Portfolio Recovery Associates is a large debt collection company that specializes in buying delinquent credit accounts, including credit cards, from financial institutions and government clients, and debt from bankruptcies.
Areas of Focus. Pillsbury partner Mark Jones is a recognized authority in the design and administration of compensation and benefit programs for senior executives and other employees. Mark provides strategic counsel to public and private corporations and senior executives on deferred compensation, stock awards, performance incentives and severance pay.