Baptist Health Unveils New Safety Measures as Elective Surgeries and Procedures Resume
New Steps Geared Towards Protecting Patients and Employees
MIAMI, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Baptist Health South Florida has announced new comprehensive safety guidelines as it welcomes back more patients and ramps up operations to fully restore in-person health services system wide. As Baptist Health resumes elective surgeries and procedures, enhanced safety precautions have been introduced to prevent the spread of infection and to ensure every facility including emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician offices can safely care for patients who need healthcare.
In an effort to promote safety, cleanliness and social distancing, here are some of the changes patients, employees and visitors can now expect at Baptist Health facilities:
- Enhanced Cleaning of High-touch Areas
- Universal Mask Use
- Contactless Registration
- Point-Of-Entry Screening
- Wait Where You Feel Comfortable, including in some cases, in your car
- Hand-sanitizing Stations
- Touch-free sliding doors
- COVID-19 Patients Treated in Separate Area
- Front Desk Plexiglass partitions
- Social Distance Floor Markings
- Chairs Spaced Out
- Magazines Removed from Tables
- Coffee and Snack Service Suspended
“As one of the leading healthcare providers in the region, our patients and employees have come to expect the highest standards in health and safety from us,” said Bo Boulenger, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Baptist Health South Florida. “Now more than ever, our patients rely on our care and we are ready to care for them, especially those who may have delayed treatment during the pandemic. Through these steps, we are confident we can protect our patients and employees as we safely care for our community.”
These safety measures are based on information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, the American Hospital Association, the Florida Governor’s Office and the White House’s Opening Up America Again guidelines.
For more information on Baptist Health’s safety plan, visit our Patient and Visitor Safety page at https://baptisthealth-coronavirus.com/patients-and-visitors.
About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 11 hospitals, more than 23,000 employees, 4,000 physicians and 100 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. In addition, it includes Baptist Health Medical Group; Baptist Health Quality Network; and Baptist Health Care On Demand, a virtual health platform. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/Newsroom and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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Jaime Camil Joins Cancer Survivors In New PSA For Stand Up To Cancer® To Encourage Hispanic Participation In Cancer Clinical Trials
LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Actor and Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) Ambassador Jaime Camil has joined forces with cancer survivors in a new public service announcement (PSA) campaign to raise awareness with the Hispanic community about cancer clinical trials. The print and radio PSAs will enter the market beginning May 20 on International Clinical Trials Day.
The new PSA campaign comes on the heels of SU2C’s announcement earlier this year about its new Health Equity Initiative, which aims to accelerate and increase diversity in cancer clinical trials to ensure patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds benefit equally from the potential of cancer treatments.
“Cancer affects everyone, yet only 4% of clinical trial participants are Hispanic,” says Camil. “I’m joining Stand Up To Cancer in honor of my uncle Raúl, who I lost to pancreatic cancer. This campaign gives me hope for everyone contending with this terrible disease, especially the Hispanic community, and I feel honored to stand alongside five cancer survivors who are here today because of the advances made through clinical trials.”
Clinical trials are critically important to developing better therapies for cancer patients and advancing cancer care. While clinical trials allow researchers to study innovative and potentially life-saving new treatments, they often have low participation by racial and ethnic minorities. This effort to grow participation aims to foster increased understanding of the biology of cancer, cancer genetics and advancements in technology, in order to attain comparable outcomes for all racial and ethnic populations.
“Jaime Camil is an inspiring voice to encourage clinical trial participation in honor of his uncle and with his wider Hispanic community in mind,” said Stand Up To Cancer CEO Sung Poblete, PhD, RN. “Increased participation of Hispanic and Latino patients in cancer clinical trials is critical to Stand Up To Cancer’s mission to get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. We are so thankful to Jaime for joining us and standing up alongside survivors to advance cancer care for all.”
The PSA encourages patients and their loved ones to visit StandUpToCancer.org/ClinicalTrials or UnidosContraElCancer.org/EnsayosClinicos to learn more about clinical trials and begin the conversation with their doctor to find out which clinical trial(s) may be right for them.
Visitors to StandUpToCancer.org/ClinicalTrials will find easy-to-understand content (in English and Spanish) explaining what clinical trials are, the benefits of participating, and what to expect if you or a loved one participates in a clinical trial. The website also provides a list of questions that can be printed for reference during discussions with a healthcare provider. Additionally, the site provides a free and confidential Clinical Trial Finder, allowing patients or their caregivers interested in finding an appropriate clinical trial to submit an online form, or call a toll-free number, to begin the process.
Camil played Rogelio de la Vega on the hit series Jane the Virgin, which garnered him two Critics Choice Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. His other acting credits include Las Pildoras De Mi Novio (My Boyfriend’s Meds), Coco and CBS’ comedy series Broke.
Cancer survivors who star in the PSA alongside Camil include Christian, 22 (leukemia); Ghecemy, 39 (breast and thyroid cancer); Jason, 34 (stomach cancer); Joe, 51 (colorectal cancer); and Jeanie, 78 (breast cancer).
Data has shown that Hispanic communities are disproportionally affected not only by cancer, but also by the COVID-19 pandemic. Stand Up To Cancer remains committed to serving the entire cancer community, and has developed resources to assist cancer patients and caregivers during this difficult time. To access these resources, visit StandUpToCancer.org/COVID19 or UnidosContraElCancer.org/COVID19.
To learn more, visit StandUpToCancer.org/ClinicalTrials and UnidosContraElCancer.org/EnsayosClinicos, and follow Stand Up To Cancer on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @SU2C.
About Stand Up To Cancer
Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) raises funds to accelerate the pace of research to get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. SU2C, a division of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, was established in 2008 by media and entertainment leaders who utilize these communities’ resources to engage the public in supporting a new, collaborative model of cancer research, to increase awareness about cancer prevention, and to highlight progress being made in the fight against the disease. As of January 2020, more than 1,600 scientists representing more than 180 institutions are involved in SU2C-funded research projects.
Under the direction of our Scientific Advisory Committee, led by Nobel laureate Phillip A. Sharp, Ph.D., SU2C operates rigorous competitive review processes to identify the best research proposals to recommend for funding, oversee grants administration, and ensure collaboration across research programs.
Current members of the SU2C Council of Founders and Advisors (CFA) include Katie Couric, Sherry Lansing, Kathleen Lobb, Lisa Paulsen, Rusty Robertson, Sue Schwartz, Pamela Oas Williams, and Ellen Ziffren. The late Laura Ziskin and the late Noreen Fraser are also co-founders. Sung Poblete, Ph.D., R.N., serves as SU2C’s CEO.
For more information, visit StandUpToCancer.org.
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CIT Provides $37.3 Million Investment for Jordan Downs Apartment Project
PASADENA, California, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CIT and its Pasadena-based banking subsidiary CIT Bank, N.A. today announced a $37.3 million investment in the Jordan Downs Apartments Project, a 92-unit multifamily apartment complex to support low-to-moderate income families in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles.
“During these challenging times, our communities need affordable housing more than ever,” said Steve Solk, president of Consumer Banking. “Our financial commitment to the Jordan Downs Apartment Project will help break down barriers and spark transformative change across the Watts neighborhood.”
Jordan Downs is the third phase of a larger redevelopment project taking place to improve the area. Of the 92 units, the complex will include 23 one‐bedroom units, 41 two‐bedroom units, 24 three‐bedroom units and 4 four‐bedroom units. Seventeen apartments will be designated for residents with physical disabilities and hearing or visual impairments.
“Providing essential housing that is inclusive and suits diverse needs enables local residents from all backgrounds to improve their quality of life,” continued Solk. “CIT is proud to play a key role in supporting the development of this project and the overall wellbeing of local residents.”
The project is currently slated for completion in early 2022 and units will be available to households earning between 30% and 80% of the area’s median income. CIT anticipates making further investments in the Watts community later this year, including the possibility of opening a new branch in the area.
As part of the ongoing commitment to building stronger, more vibrant communities, CIT actively supports and invests in affordable housing, economic development, neighborhood stabilization and core community services across our footprint.
About CIT
CIT is a leading national bank focused on empowering businesses and personal savers with the financial agility to navigate their goals. CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) is a financial holding company with over a century of experience and operates a principal bank subsidiary, CIT Bank, N.A. (Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender). The company’s commercial banking segment includes commercial financing, community association banking, middle market banking, equipment and vendor financing, factoring, railcar financing, treasury and payments services, and capital markets and asset management. CIT’s consumer banking segment includes a national direct bank and regional branch network. Discover more at cit.com/about.
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Canada Life Reinsurance enters into major longevity risk reinsurance agreement with NN Life
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Canada Life Reinsurance is pleased to announce that it has entered into a long-term longevity reinsurance agreement with NN Life covering €5.3 billion of in-force liabilities. Close to 82,000 of in-payment defined benefit pensioners will be reinsured by Canada Life Reinsurance under this agreement.
Jeff Poulin, Global Head of Canada Life Reinsurance said this agreement is another example of Canada Life Reinsurance’s strength as a partner for reinsurance longevity transactions globally.
“I’m pleased that despite a significantly altered work environment due to Covid-19, Canada Life Reinsurance and NN Life’s teams worked together to complete this major transaction,” said Poulin. “It will allow us to further expand and diversify our global longevity business in 2020 and beyond.”
Derek Popkes, Chief Operating Officer at Canada Life Reinsurance, agreed, adding, “Canada Life Reinsurance remains focused on delivering for our clients in these challenging times. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with NN Life. Our commitment to the Dutch market and our strong financials make us a good partner in the Netherlands.”
Canada Life Reinsurance offers a range of innovative risk and capital management solutions for life, health and non-life risk to insurers, reinsurers and pension funds globally.
About NN Life
NN Life is a subsidiary of NN Group. NN Group is an international financial services company, active in 18 countries, with a strong presence in a number of European countries and Japan. With all its employees, the Group provides retirement services, pensions, insurance, investments and banking to approximately 18 million customers. NN Group includes Nationale-Nederlanden, NN, NN Investment Partners, ABN AMRO Insurance, Movir, AZL, BeFrank and OHRA. NN Group is listed on Euronext Amsterdam (NN).
About Canada Life Reinsurance
Canada Life Reinsurance is a division of The Canada Life Assurance Company and includes certain of its subsidiaries and affiliates. The Canada Life Assurance Company is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc.
About Great-West Lifeco Inc.
Great-West Lifeco is an international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States and Europe under the brands Canada Life, Empower Retirement, Putnam Investments and Irish Life. At the end of 2019, our companies had approximately 24,000 employees, 197,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – all serving our more than 31 million customer relationships across these regions. Lifeco and its companies have over Can$1.5 trillion in consolidated assets under administration as of March 31, 2020 and are members of the Power Corporation group of companies. Lifeco trades on the Toronto (TSX) Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GWO. To learn more, visit greatwestlifeco.com.
CONTACT: Jeff Poulin, F.S.A., F.C.I.A., Global Head, Canada Life Reinsurance, T: +1 215 542 4322, [email protected]
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Feed Your Mind with FDA’s New Education Initiative on Genetically Engineered Foods
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — You have probably heard of GMOs or genetically modified organisms, but how much do you know about them? GMO is a common term used by consumers to describe foods that have been created through genetic engineering. While GMOs have been available to consumers since the early 1990s and are a common part of today’s food supply, research shows consumers have limited knowledge and understanding about what GMOs are, why they are used, and how they are made.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), launched Feed Your Mind, a new Agricultural Biotechnology Education and Outreach Initiative. The Initiative aims to increase consumer awareness and understanding of genetically engineered foods or GMOs. Find answers to your questions and help educate others with Feed Your Mind’s science-based educational resources, like web pages, fact sheets, infographics, and videos.
What are GMOs?
“GMO” is a common term used to describe a plant, animal, or microorganism that has had its DNA changed through a process scientists call genetic engineering. Most of the GMO crops grown today were developed to help farmers prevent crop loss. There are ten GMO crops currently grown and sold in the U.S.: alfalfa, apples, corn, cotton, papayas, potatoes, soybeans, summer squash, and sugar beets.
Are GMOs safe to eat?
Many federal agencies play an important role in ensuring the safety of GMOs. FDA, USDA, and EPA work together to ensure that crops produced through genetic engineering are safe for people, animals, and the environment. Collaboration and coordination among these agencies help make sure food developers understand the importance of a safe food supply and the rules they need to follow when creating new plants through genetic engineering.
Look for “Bioengineered food” on food labels
Soon, you may see the term “bioengineered food” on certain food packaging. Congress used “bioengineered food” to describe certain types of GMOs when it passed the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard. The Standard establishes requirements for labeling foods people eat that are bioengineered or may have bioengineered ingredients. It also defines bioengineered foods as those that contain detectable genetic material that has been modified through certain lab techniques and cannot be created through conventional breeding or found in nature.
To learn more about the Feed Your Mind Initiative, visit www.fda.gov/feedyourmind.
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Next Generation Acura TLX Set for Digital Debut on May 28
TORRANCE, Calif., May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Acura will reveal the completely new second-generation Acura TLX sport sedan digitally on May 28. Delivering dramatic gains in style and performance, the new TLX will be the quickest, best-handling and most well-appointed sport sedan in Acura history, with the Type S being the model’s performance pinnacle. The new TLX will make its public debut in a short film viewable at acura.com/2021-TLX on Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 a.m. PDT.
The exterior of the new TLX carries forward the dramatic proportions and design language first introduced on the Acura Precision Concept, in 2016, and later evolved in the Acura Type S Concept, which debuted at Monterey Car Week in August 2019. A teaser image released today, showcases the new TLX’s wide rear silhouette and imposing stance with muscular curves, large diameter quad exhaust outlets and rear diffuser strakes.
The 2021 TLX is the latest step in Acura’s steadfast commitment to bring Precision Crafted Performance to life, as manifested in the second-generation NSX supercar, the third generation RDX, the addition of PMC Edition models produced at the NSX factory, the return of Type S performance variants and a new dedicated 3.0-liter V6 Turbo engine set to debut with the TLX Type S.
About Acura
Acura is a leading automotive luxury nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to evocative styling, high performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models –the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the five-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, the seven-passenger Acura MDX, America’s all-time best-selling three-row luxury SUV, and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar. All Acura models sold in North America for the 2021 model year are made in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts.
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PepsiCo Launches $7 Million Initiative To Help U.S. Communities Hardest Hit By COVID-19
NEW YORK, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In response to alarming evidence of the continued disparate, negative impact of COVID-19, PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) and its philanthropic arm, The PepsiCo Foundation, today launched an initiative to provide increased medical and economic aid to communities of color across the country where the company has long worked. The $7 million initiative is a comprehensive project to support immediate relief and long-term recovery.
The program will provide $1 million each to the National Urban League and UnidosUS to help feed families and seniors, increase medical care and testing, expand access to government support and provide technology for remote education and work, with a portion of the funds focused on post-recovery relief. An additional $5 million will go to local nonprofit partners to provide support and services that meet the specific needs of Black and Latino communities, including:
- COVID-19 testing and screening
- Access to affordable nutrition
- Healthcare services
- Education, job training and business resources
- Economic and childcare assistance
- Family and senior housing
The PepsiCo Foundation is also providing a $100,000 grant to the Farmworkers Pandemic Relief Fund, providing critical emergency assistance to America’s farmworkers who are supporting our food supply during the pandemic, many of whom are vulnerable.
“COVID-19 has once again put a spotlight on the deep-rooted health and economic disparities that have long faced communities of color,” said Steven Williams, Chief Executive Officer, PepsiCo Foods North America. “In response to this, we’re helping to provide immediate relief and support long-term recovery for Black and Latino communities. But just as these inequities existed well before coronavirus, we will continue to do our part and be a partner to these communities in the months and years ahead.”
PepsiCo’s investment comes as unemployment and infection rates among Black and Latino communities continue to spike. Communities of color represent a higher percentage of total COVID-19 infections than they do the national population while the mortality rate for Black and Latino people combined is more than twice than their white counterparts. This disparity only worsens at the local level—in Milwaukee County, for example, Black populations account for 26% of the population but 70% of coronavirus deaths, and in the Bay Area, Latino residents make up 37% of COVID-19 cases but just 21% of the population. Additionally, the economic effects of COVID-19 are also falling unequally on these communities. In April, 16.7% of Black and 18.9% of Latino Americans were out of work, compared to a national rate of 14.7%. For workers of color, especially women, who account for a disproportionate number of “essential” service workers, plans to reopen pose a significant public health risk.
“Across the nation, the burden of COVID-19 is being disproportionately shouldered by Black and Latino communities that are facing higher rates of hospitalization, death and economic hardships,” said Kirk Tanner, Chief Executive Officer, PepsiCo Beverages North America. “That’s why PepsiCo, our brands and our people have mobilized to offer our support. And we know a crisis of this scale requires a collective effort. We’re calling on our partners and network to support the communities of color that we are proud to serve and where our teams live and work.”
Support from PepsiCo is directed to 15 of the nation’s hardest-hit metro areas that have high populations of Black and Latino residents and are among the cities where the company has strong ties and where many of its employees live and serve, specifically: Baltimore, the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, Memphis, Miami-Dade, Milwaukee, New Orleans, New York City, St. Louis and Washington D.C. Having invested in partnerships to support vulnerable communities across the U.S. for decades, PepsiCo’s new initiative offers near-term public health assistance while also supporting long-term economic revival through employment and homeownership counseling as well as job fairs and employment connections.
Funds are going to local affiliates of UnidosUS and the National Urban League as well as directly to dozens of highly effective local nonprofit organizations, including $500,000 to each of the following:
- Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan to address mental health, food, hygiene, and healthcare inequity for African Americans;
- Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles Angeleno Campaign to distribute $1,000 cash cards for families experiencing extreme financial hardship; and
- Greater Washington Community Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund to provide food, cash assistance, medical care and support for small female-led businesses.
PepsiCo has been a long-time supporter of both the National Urban League and UnidosUS (formerly known as National Council of La Raza) with over 35 years of partnership and partners with a range of minority-focused organizations to positively impact communities throughout the year and during times of crisis. Recognizing the entrenched inequity in the U.S., The PepsiCo Foundation has invested more than $16.5 million in programs that support people of color living in U.S. communities from 2018 into 2019, with investments focused on nutrition and health; education, job training skills development and business growth; job creation and talent development; and advancing equality.
“Our long-valued partnership with PepsiCo has grown even more vital during this time of unprecedented need,” said Marc H. Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League. “PepsiCo’s commitment to empowering communities of color allows the Urban League Movement to continue paving a path forward, and to expand and intensify our service as America’s economic first responders.”
“We are deeply grateful for the generous and timely support of our COVID-19 response from PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation,” said Janet Murguía, President and CEO of UnidosUS. “At a time when Latinos and other communities of color are being so hard hit, we need immediate action for emergency resources from all sectors. This commitment from PepsiCo will directly support the UnidosUS Esperanza/Hope Fund benefitting our network of Affiliated community-based organizations who are on the frontlines helping combat the health and economic impact of COVID-19 on the Latino community, from creating food delivery programs to offering mental health services via telemedicine portals. We commend PepsiCo for serving as an example of how the business sector can play an important role in addressing the health and economic impacts of this crisis and in the long-term recovery.”
This initiative builds on PepsiCo’s more than $50 million global commitment to provide vital support to those impacted by the devasting COVID-19 virus, which includes distributing more than 50 million nutritious meals to at-risk populations. In addition to increasing access to nutrition, PepsiCo is also funding protective gear for healthcare workers, investing in testing and screening services and providing financial support for U.S. restaurant workers. PepsiCo brands, including Quaker, Aquafina, Gatorade and Stacy’s, have donated more than 8 million servings of foods and beverages to communities across the U.S., including hospitals and healthcare communities. On April 18, Pepsi partnered with Global Citizen to host “One World: Together at Home,” a concert to celebrate healthcare workers that raised $127 million for the World Health Organization’s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund. And Frito-Lay North America is partnering with Feeding America to donate $50 for every #JoyGivers posted through June 12 to raise up to $1 million.
Media assets about this work are available for download at https://pepsi.co/media.
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $67 billion in net revenue in 2019, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker, and Tropicana. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 23 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose. “Winning with Purpose” reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose into all aspects of the business. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
About The PepsiCo Foundation
Established in 1962, The PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, invests in the essential elements of a sustainable food system with a mission to support thriving communities. Working with non-profits and experts around the globe, we’re focused on helping alleviate hunger, managing water and waste responsibly and supporting women as champions of nutrition from farm to family. We strive for tangible impact in the places where we live and work—collaborating with industry peers, local and international organizations, and our employees to affect large-scale change on the issues that matter to us and are of global importance. Learn more at www.pepsico.com/sustainability/philanthropy.
About National Urban League
The National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment in order to elevate the standard of living in historically underserved urban communities. The National Urban League spearheads the efforts of its 90 local affiliates through the development of programs, public policy research and advocacy, providing direct services that impact and improve the lives of more than 2 million people annually nationwide. Visit www.nul.org and follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @NatUrbanLeague.
About UnidosUS
UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza), is the nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization. Through its unique combination of expert research, advocacy, programs, and an Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico, UnidosUS simultaneously challenges the social, economic, and political barriers that affect Latinos at the national and local levels. For more than 50 years, UnidosUS has united communities and different groups seeking common ground through collaboration, and that share a desire to make our country stronger. For more information on UnidosUS, visit www.unidosus.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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Patty Arvielo Wins Gold Stevie® Award for “Woman of the Year”
TUSTIN, Calif., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — New American Funding President and Co-Founder, Patty Arvielo, has won two Stevie Awards, including Gold for Woman of the Year – Consumer Services and Silver for her Achievement in Management – Financial Services.
Arvielo’s numerous accomplishments since the beginning of 2019, which judges called “incredible and astounding” and “women empowerment at its best” include:
- Led massive expansion that increased workforce to about 3,300 and opened 63 new retail locations with 198 nationwide
- Valued member of Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Affordable Homeownership Advisory Council
- Addressed MBA conference as role model for women and minorities striving to advance their careers
- At the Harvard Kennedy school, spoke on the ever-changing Latino perspective
- Member of National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) committee
- Led “Thrive and Lead,” mentorship program for employees and external mortgage professionals seeking intensive mentoring
“It’s an incredible honor to even be considered for a Stevie Award,” said Arvielo. “While I’m thrilled to receive this recognition, it’s truly a residual of the environment of character, trust and integrity that we have carefully cultivated to build New American Funding into a great place to work.”
The Stevie Awards recognize the achievements of entire managements teams, groups of managers, and individual executives. The Woman of the Year Award recognizes the achievements of women in the workplace. The Achievement in Management Award recognizes the recent achievements of those at the VP level or higher.
To see the list of winners, visit: https://stevieawards.com/aba/management-awards-2.
About Patty Arvielo
Patty Arvielo is the Co-Founder and President of New American Funding. With over 39 years of mortgage industry experience, she leads the company’s sales and operations. A first-generation Latina, Patty created the company’s Latino Focus and New American Dream initiatives to improve the home lending experiences of Latino and African American home buyers. She serves on numerous committees, including the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and the Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee (HCFAC). Patty is a popular keynote speaker for mortgage events across the nation and frequently visits Washington, D.C. to lobby for the industry and homeowners. Ernst & Young recognized Patty as 2016 EY Entrepreneur of The Year® Orange County. To learn more about Patty, please visit PattyArvielo.com today.
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SBS Entertainment Celebrates Father’s Day with a special edition of ‘Mi Casa Es Tu Casa Live Music Series’
MIAMI, May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SBS Entertainment, the live music entertainment division of Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS), a leading Hispanic-owned media company, will celebrate Father’s Day throughout the month of June with a special edition of its ‘Mi Casa Es Tu Casa Live Music Series.’ Alejandro Fernandez, Banda MS, Gerardo Ortiz and Christian Nodal will headline the exclusive live audio stream performance series across some of SBS’s leading radio stations and the LaMusica app.
“Celebrations have become especially meaningful and have played a significant role in keeping us virtually connected throughout the coronavirus pandemic,” said Alessandra Alarcón. “We’re thrilled to be working with some of the biggest names in Latin music to celebrate fathers, our heroes at home, on the frontlines and in communities across the nation, through their love and passion for music.”
The Mi Casa Es Tu Casa Live Music Series was created with the goal to entertain and support the Hispanic community, who has been disproportionately affected by COVID-19, with the live audio stream performance and motivational messages by some of the biggest artists who represent all genres of Latin music. The widely popular series premiered on April 24 with performances by Pitbull and Calibre 50, respectively, and has continued every week with artists such as Maluma, Banda Carnaval, Reik, Natti Natasha and many more. Thousands of fans across the U.S. have been tuning in since its inception via SBS’s leading terrestrial stations and LaMusica app.
“This series is very special to my sister, brother and me because we share an extremely close bond with our father and chairman of SBS, Raul Alarcón,” continued Alessandra. “From our house to yours, we encourage the Hispanic community to join us as we tune in to each performance in June. It will be memorable and full of surprises for dads and the whole family.”
Mi Casa Es Tu Casa Live Music Series June Dates
All concerts will take place at 7 p.m. ET/CDT/PT and will also be streamed on the LaMusica App
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Alejandro Fernandez |
Los Angeles – KLAX 97.9 FM; San Francisco – KRZZ 93.3 FM; Chicago – WLEY 107.9 FM |
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Banda MS |
Los Angeles – KLAX 97.9 FM; San Francisco – KRZZ 93.3 FM; Chicago – WLEY 107.9 FM |
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Gerardo Ortiz |
Los Angeles – KLAX 97.9 FM; San Francisco – KRZZ 93.3 FM; Chicago – WLEY 107.9 FM |
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Christian Nodal |
Los Angeles – KLAX 97.9 FM; San Francisco – KRZZ 93.3 FM; Chicago – WLEY 107.9 FM |
LATIN MUSIC HAPPENS HERE AT SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM
About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. owns and operates 17 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Spanish Tropical, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Latin Rhythmic format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform which creates, distributes and markets leading Spanish-language radio programming to over 250 affiliated stations reaching 95% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events and owns multiple bilingual websites, including LaMusica, a mobile app providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.
MEDIA CONTACT SBS:
Vladimir Gomez
[email protected]
(786) 470-1644
SOURCE Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.