Let’s Talk Turkey: Skyscanner Breaks Down This Year’s Forecast For Thanksgiving Travel

October 25, 2017

MIAMI, Oct. 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Skyscanner, the global travel search engine, has compiled all the necessary data to aid users as they plan their travel for the Thanksgiving holiday. Before joining the more than 20 million passengers planning to fly to a destination this season, Skyscanner identified the areas of most interest for travelers and unveiled some new data from its more than 60 million monthly users to help guide the decision-making process.

As far as duration of travel, Skyscanner found that the most common itineraries are those lasting four and seven days. This is an interesting data point as it shows travelers are more and more inclined to extend their travel during this time of year. In addition, rather than analyze which airports are expected to receive the most traffic overall during Thanksgiving, Skyscanner created a day-by-day breakdown to show which airports are expected to be busiest and which travelers may want to consider avoiding throughout the entire holiday week. (Note: Seattle, you’re in trouble).

“The best time to book travel is not only about finding the best fare but also about being prepared for what can undoubtedly be an overwhelming time for air travel,” said Randi Wolfson, Head of Communications for the Americas, Skyscanner. “Our data answers the questions on the minds of most travelers in order to facilitate the booking process as well as the travel experience itself.”

MOST POPULAR TRAVEL ITINERARY DATES
1	– Flying out Saturday, November 18, 2017 – Returning Saturday, November 25, 2017
2	– Flying out Wednesday, November 22, 2017 – Returning Sunday, November 26, 2017
3	– Flying out Wednesday, November 22, 2017 – Returning Monday, November 27, 2017
4	– Flying out Friday, November 17, 2017 – Returning Sunday November 26, 2017

BUSIEST AIRPORTS
Monday, November 20	– Boston (BOS) – Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)
Tuesday, November 21	– Boston (BOS – Denver (DEN)
Wednesday, November 22	– Chicago (ORD) – Seattle (SEA)
Thursday, November 23	– New York-La Guardia (LGA) – Seattle (SEA)
Friday, November 24	– Orlando (MCO) – Seattle (SEA)
Saturday, November 25	– Honolulu (HNL) – Orlando (MCO)
Sunday, November 26	– Newark (EWR) – Seattle (SEA)

Skyscanner helps travelers save time and money by finding the best travel options wherever they want to go. As one if not the most anticipated times for travel all year long, Skyscanner encourages travelers to do their research when it comes to booking their travel for the holidays so they are able to find the best deals:

Consider nearby airports other than your home airport to help lower costs.

The Show Whole Month search tool allows users to view the entire month at-a-glance to determine the best dates by price.

Price alerts allow travelers to track the cost of a desired flight route and purchase a fare once the price drops.

For more information, please visit: https://www.skyscanner.com/news/skyscanner-unveils-best-time-book-thanksgiving-flights

About Skyscanner
Skyscanner is a leading global travel search company providing free search of flights, hotels and car rental. Founded in 2003 Skyscanner helps to meet the travel planning needs of over 60 million people each month. Skyscanner is available in over 30 languages. Skyscanner’s highly-rated free mobile app has been downloaded over 60 million times. The privately-owned company employs over 900 staff and has ten global offices in Edinburgh, Singapore, Beijing, Shenzhen, Miami, Barcelona, Glasgow, Sofia, Budapest and London. For more information, please visit http://www.skyscanner.com and our news site.

Methodology:
Skyscanner holiday travel data is based on historic search and exit data collated over the past two years. US to US round-trip travel for one-adult ticket was analyzed.

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FIBRA Prologis Announces Third Quarter 2017 Earnings Results

October 24, 2017

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV:FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, today reported results for the third quarter of 2017.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE QUARTER:

Net effective rent change on rollover increased 13.9 percent.
Period-end occupancy was 96.4 percent.
Cash same store NOI growth was 3.7 percent.

Funds from operations (FFO) per CBFI was Ps. 0.7508 (US$0.0423) for the third quarter compared with Ps. 0.7730 (US$ 0.0419) for the same period in 2016.

Net earnings per CBFI in the third quarter was Ps. 0.7049 (US$0.0398) compared with earnings of Ps. 0.7020 (US$0.0382) for the same period in 2016.

“Our third quarter results were excellent and are an affirmation of the quality of our portfolio and team,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Property Mexico. “We continue to push for higher rents while maintaining better-than-market occupancy levels. This is clear evidence that our strategy to own well-located facilities in the most dynamic markets in Mexico is working.”

OPERATING PERFORMANCE

Operating Portfolio	3Q17	3Q16	Notes
Period End Occupancy	96.4%	96.7%	Twelfth consecutive quarter above 96%
Leases Signed	2.4MSF	2.3MSF	Led by Mexico City with 838KSF
Customer Retention	78.8%	88.8%
Net Effective Rent Change	13.9%	8.0%	Led by regional markets at 23.5%
Cash Same Store NOI	3.7%	1.1%
Same Store NOI	3.6%	-1.6%

FINANCIAL POSITION

As of September 30, 2017, FIBRA Prologis’ liquidity was Ps. 3.6 billion (US$199.0 million), which included Ps. 3.3 billion (US$180.0 million) of available capacity on its unsecured credit facility and Ps. 348.4 million (US$19.1 million) of unrestricted cash. This liquidity does not include a Ps. 2.7 billion (US$150.0 million) accordion feature.

During the quarter, FIBRA Prologis fully repaid one secured debt facility totaling US$37.5 million, that was scheduled to mature this year, and with a debt cost of 6.9 percent. The secured debt facility was repaid with borrowings under the unsecured credit facility at par, decreasing the overall cost of debt by approximately 10 basis points to 3.9 percent quarter-over-quarter.

Also during the quarter, FIBRA Prologis completed two transactions with a syndicate of domestic and international banks for a US$150.0 million unsecured term loan and a new US$325.0 million unsecured credit facility with a US$150.0 million accordion feature, that can be drawn from either product. Both financings have options which extend maturity to 2022. The debt cost of the term loan and new credit facility are approximately 3.3 percent and 3.4 percent, respectively. Proceeds were used to repay the former unsecured credit facility, which was scheduled to mature in 2019.

“Our 2017 refinancing strategy was completed in the third quarter,” said Jorge Girault, senior vice president, Finance, Prologis Property Mexico. “We have significantly reduced our debt costs while keeping leverage levels steady. Our balance sheet remains a key strength for the company, providing us with enhanced liquidity and flexibility.”

GUIDANCE UPDATE

“We anticipate continued strength in rent change on lease expiration, as well as elevated average occupancy, which will drive our same store performance. As a result, we are increasing our same store NOI guidance,” added Girault. “Due to an unexpected governmental issue at a property, we are decreasing our acquisitions guidance for 2017.”

(US$ in million, except per CBFI amounts)	Previous	Revised
Same Store NOI (Cash)	0.75-1.75%	1.75%-2.50%
Acquisitions	$50.0-100.0	$30.0

WEBCAST & CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

FIBRA Prologis will host a live webcast/conference call to discuss quarterly results, current market conditions and future outlook. Here are the event details:

Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at 9 a.m. CT/10 a.m. ET
Live webcast at www.fibraprologis.com by clicking Events
Dial in: +1 877 256 7020 or +1 973 409 9692 and enter Passcode 93296069.

A telephonic replay will be available October 25–November 1 at +1 855 859 2056 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 404 537 3406 from all other countries using conference code 93296069 and passcode 31833. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2017, FIBRA Prologis comprised 194 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.2 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, and (ix) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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Buddy Valastro and Famiglia Whip Up Carlo’s Bakery in California

October 24, 2017

Buddy Valastro and his famiglia have whipped up a Carlo's Bakery in Santa Monica, California!

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Saturday, November 18, 2017, Carlo’s Bakery will celebrate the grand opening of the famous bakery’s first California location at the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, California. This will be the 22^nd location for the brand, best known as the setting of the hit TLC series, Cake Boss. The brand is renowned for high turnouts of fans eager to meet and greet celebrity chef Buddy Valastro and his lovable family on opening day.

The 2,361 square foot Carlo’s Bakery offers the brand’s full menu of signature treats including the cannoli, lobster tail, cupcakes and more. The Santa Monica location will also produce impressive, over-the-top custom cakes for all occasions as featured on Cake Boss.

“We’re taking the bakery to California – I can’t believe it!” exclaims Buddy Valastro. “We’re always asked when we’ll make it out there and I honestly couldn’t be more humbled to say the big day is finally here. Carlo’s Bakery has come such a long way since Hoboken. I’m touched by the outpouring of support and encouragement we receive from fans to grow the business. I know my father would be so proud. I just want to give everyone a little piece of that Hoboken magic and I’m so thrilled that Santa Monica is the next stop on our journey. Come see me and the famiglia on November 18. We can’t wait to meet you!”

The grand opening of Carlo’s Bakery at the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, California will be celebrated on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Opening day promises to be especially sweet for those in attendance. Buddy Valastro and his family will hold the brand’s traditional ribbon cutting ceremony at 7:00am. The bakery will open for business immediately following the ceremony with meet and greet opportunities available to patrons. Carlo’s Bakery in Santa Monica is located at 1345 3^rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

ABOUT CARLO’S BAKERY
Established in 1910, Carlo’s Bakery was catapulted from a Hoboken, NJ-based neighborhood bakery to a household name through the public’s fascination with the over-the-top cakes produced by master baker Buddy Valastro and success of TLC’s hit series, Cake Boss, and subsequent spinoff Next Great Baker. Garnering attention from a variety of media outlets including Brides, Rachael Ray Show, Huffington Post and Good Morning America, Carlo’s Bakery has existing locations in Hoboken, Marlton, Morristown, Red Bank, Ridgewood, Wayne, and Westfield, NJ; Las Vegas, NV; Dallas, Frisco, and, The Woodlands, TX; Uncasville, CT; Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Bethlehem, and Philadelphia, PA; Bloomington, MN (Mall of America®); New York, and Westbury, NY; and São Paulo, Brazil. Follow Carlo’s Bakery on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for the latest updates from the brand. For more information, please visit www.carlosbakery.com.

Contact: Nicole Valdes
[email protected]
201-448-8402

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MoneyGram Foundation and First Book Join to Promote Literacy through Book Donations

October 23, 2017

DALLAS, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram, a leading global money transfer and payment services company, is excited to announce that the MoneyGram Foundation and U.S.-based nonprofit organization First Book concluded the multi-city Día de los Libros (Children’s Book Day) event series in Los Angeles. The program, designed to inspire a passion for reading in under-resourced neighborhoods, provided $25,500 for high-quality reading materials in schools nationwide. The series of events launched at Irma C. Ruiz Elementary School in Chicago, the second installment was held in MoneyGram’s headquarter city of Dallas at John F. Peeler Elementary School, and the final Día de los Libros event of this year was held on October 18, 2017 at Belvedere Elementary School in Los Angeles – which received a $3,500 grant to purchase books.

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The interactive event featured a futbolero performance and a book reading by MoneyGram chairman, Pam Patsley. Students, and additional representatives from MoneyGram, First Book and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) attended, Congressman Jimmy Gomez and Field Deputy Cindy Muro of Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard’s office, who provided educational materials, as well as a representative from 98 Cent and Up Outlet, MoneyGram’s friend in business.

An additional $1,500 will be given to support more LAUSD schools to purchase much-needed books to improve reading programs for students, marking the second grant the MoneyGram Foundation has awarded in Los Angeles to support literacy.

With a longstanding goal of inspiring minds at an early age, the MoneyGram Foundation believes education leads to better long-term economic opportunities, healthier families and individual freedom and empowerment – not just for individual children, but also for entire families and their communities.

#moneygramfoundation

About MoneyGram Foundation

MoneyGram established the MoneyGram Foundation in 2012 to help children around the world gain access to educational facilities and learning resources. Its mission is firmly rooted in the belief that education is at the heart of better economic opportunities, healthier families and individual freedom and empowerment. The MoneyGram Foundation is focused on inspiring minds and improving lives and grants funds to deserving organizations with this mission in mind. To learn more, please visit moneygramfoundation.org or connect with us on Facebook.

About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue money orders and process official checks in select markets. More information about MoneyGram International, Inc. is available at moneygram.com.

About First Book

First Book transforms the lives of children in need. Through a sustainable, market-driven model, First Book is creating equal access to quality education—making everything from brand-new, high-quality books and educational resources, to sports equipment, winter coats, snacks, and more—affordable to its member network of more than 325,000 educators who exclusively serve kids in need. Since 1992, First Book has distributed more than 170 million books and educational resources to programs and schools serving children from low-income families in more than 30 countries. First Book currently reaches an average of 3 million children every year and supports more than one in four of the estimated 1.3 million classrooms and programs serving children in need. With an additional 1,000 educators joining each week, First Book is the largest and fastest-growing network of educators in North America exclusively serving kids in need.

Media Contact:

Michelle Buckalew
[email protected]
214-979-1418

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Michael Phelps, Family Man and World Champion Swimmer, Continues Global Ambassadorship with Colgate to Inspire the Next Generation to Save Water

October 23, 2017

NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Champion swimmer Michael Phelps and his growing family continue their partnership with Colgate this fall to inspire 10 million kids and teens to turn off the faucet when brushing because #EveryDropCounts. If embraced by 10 million youth, turning off the faucet could save approximately 80 million gallons of drinkable water each day¹.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8196451-colgate-every-drop-counts/

Starting on World Smile Day on October 6, 2017, this youth-focused campaign began engaging kids and teens during Campus Sustainability Month with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) and TerraCycle^®. In addition to turning off the faucet while brushing, kids and teens can spread awareness using #EveryDropCounts on social media and by learning more at EveryDropCounts.Colgate.com. Held every October, Campus Sustainability Month was founded by AASHE to raise the visibility of sustainability. Throughout the month, colleges and universities organize events to inspire and engage incoming students and campus stakeholders to become sustainability change agents.

Long-time sustainability partner of Colgate, TerraCycle is a global leader in innovative recycling programs helping to recycle nearly three million pieces of oral care product and packaging waste from more than 19,000 locations as part of the Colgate Recycling Program.

On October 19, 2017, Michael Phelps, Colgate and TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky, visited a top participating school in the Colgate Recycling Program, the Alain L. Locke Magnet School for Environmental Stewardship, to talk about water conservation and how #EveryDropCounts.

“It’s harder to break bad habits as you get older, so this is a perfect time for these children to learn good ones such as turning off the faucet while brushing their teeth,” said TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky. “Doing that one small task can make a big difference.”

After spending the day teaching water-saving tips and tricks, Michael Phelps gave the elementary students each a water-activated drain sticker to apply to their bathroom sink as a visual reminder to “Turn Off the Faucet.” These stickers will be further distributed to 30,000 students who are participating in TerraCycle’s recycling efforts with Colgate households when they pledge to turn off the faucet. Each pledge represents a savings of up to eight gallons of clean, drinkable water daily.

“I have always strived to help make a difference in the world,” Phelps said. “I spent most of my life in the water, so working to make sure we’re conserving it for future generations is a a good place to continue making a positive impact.”

As Michael Phelps and wife Nicole await their second child, their family continues to strive to set an example for the next generation. “Boomer is about to be a big brother. If we set a good example for him, he too can be a good example for his little brother or sister,” said Phelps.

Separately, since this generation is more digitally connected than ever, Colgate created an Amazon Alexa skill called “Save Water by Colgate.” Users can enable the skill to learn a water fact or hear the sound of running water while brushing to “replace” the sound of real water going down the drain. This skill is now available to customers with any Alexa device. Just say, “Alexa, open Save Water by Colgate.”

“Colgate products are found in over two-thirds of homes worldwide², but almost all Colgate products require water. Clean water is vital to the communities we serve, yet in many regions of the world it is becoming increasingly scarce,” said Lori Michelin, vice president of sustainability & Environmental Health and Safety at Colgate-Palmolive. “Colgate invests in water conservation strategies at our global facilities, but 32% of Colgate’s water use footprint is oral care.³That’s why we’re reminding everyone that #EveryDropCounts because turning off the faucet can make an incredible impact.”

About Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline, and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet, Hill’s Prescription Diet and Hill’s Ideal Balance. For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s web site at colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate’s global oral health education program, Bright Smiles, Bright Futures™, please visit colgatebsbf.com.

About Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, capturing a total of 28 medals including a record-setting 23 gold medals, over the course of five Olympic Games. Phelps utilized his performance bonus for winning eight gold medals at 2008 Beijing Games to establish the Michael Phelps Foundation. Committed to growing the sport of swimming, the Foundation addresses the need for water-safety through its signature program – im – available through the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Special Olympics International. The most decorated swimmer in World Championships history, Phelps launched his own competitive swimwear brand – MP – in partnership with Aqua Sphere in 2014. He has published two autobiographies – No Limits: The Will to Success and Beneath the Surface – that were New York Times and USA Today best sellers, as well as published one children’s book – How to Train with a T-Rex and Win Eight Gold Medals. He is a highly regarded mental health advocate and inspirational speaker, sharing his message of “Dream, Plan, Reach” with audiences ranging from children to business executives.

About AASHE
AASHE empowers higher education administrators, faculty, staff and students to be effective change agents and drivers of sustainability innovation. AASHE enables members to translate information into action by offering essential resources and professional development to a diverse, engaged community of sustainability leaders. We work with and for higher education to ensure that our world’s future leaders are motivated and equipped to solve sustainability challenges. For more information, visit www.aashe.org. Follow AASHE on Facebook and Twitter.

About TerraCycle
Founded in 2001, TerraCycle, Inc., is the world’s leader in the collection and repurposing of hard-to-recycle post-consumer waste, ranging from used cigarette butts to coffee capsules to pens. The waste is collected through free, national, brand-funded recycling programs, as well as various consumer and government-funded models. The collected waste is turned into a variety of raw materials that are sold to manufacturers to produce new products. Each year, across 21 countries, TerraCycle collects and repurposes billions of pieces of waste, donating millions of dollars to schools and charities in the process. To learn more about TerraCycle or get involved in our recycling programs, please visit www.terracycle.com.

¹http://www.epa.gov/watersense

²https://www.kantarworldpanel.com/brand-footprint-ranking/#/

³https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/CPCorp16/en/us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/CPSustainability_2016_Full_Report%20061417.pdf (Excludes Colgate-Palmolive pet nutrition business)

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(Español) BSH Home Appliances amplía retiro del mercado de lavavajillas debido a riesgo de incendio

October 23, 2017

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HPRA-Los Angeles To Honor Top Latino Communicators At 33rd Annual PRemio Awards & Scholarship Dinner, Oct. 27th

October 23, 2017

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Los Angeles Chapter of the Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA-LA) will honor top local Latino communicators and award scholarships on Friday, Oct. 27th in Pasadena at the 33^rd Annual PRemio Awards and Scholarship Dinner. For tickets to the event visit http://www.hpra-usa.org/laR/2017-premio-awards-tickets/.

“The night’s theme of `Remembering our Roots’ reminds us to pay homage to our past and cultural experiences,” said Reyna Hernandez, President of HPRA-LA and owner of Creative Branding Co. “The HPRA-LA PRemio Awards and Scholarship Dinner is a celebration of the best in our public relations industry and awards scholarships to help deserving college students pursue their degree in communications.”

Winning this year’s “Communications Group of the Year” is United Collective (www.unitedcollective.com), founded to be the most culturally attuned creative collective in the U.S. The communications group includes specialty agencies located in California and New York: GALLEGOS United, ROX United, CANVAS United, POLY United and LUNA United.

The “Journalist of the Year” Award will go to Stephanie Himonidis, better known as Chiquibaby, host of AccesoTotal, Telemundo 52’s popular weekday morning entertainment news and lifestyle show which rebroadcasts across 15 U.S. Hispanic markets. With nearly two decades of a successful career in media, Chiquibaby is a 4X Emmy Award-winning Television and Radio personality and recognized as an influential communicator in the U.S. Hispanic market with nearly 900,000 followers on social media. She is very involved in the community and currently serves as an ambassador for PADRES Contra el Cancer, non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for children with cancer and their families.

Being honored as “Influencer of the Year” Award will go to Patty Rodriguez, a nationally recognized entrepreneur, senior producer, founder and author of the bilingual children’s book Lil’ Libros, and founder of Patty Rodriguez Jewelry. Rodriguez demonstrated her influence when she asked makeup giant MAC Cosmetics to create a line to honor the late Selena Quintanilla. MAC Cosmetics listened. Patty and her work have been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, NPR, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, People Magazine and Buzzfeed, to name a few.

This year’s college scholarship recipients include:

Sonia Ramirez-Muñoz, University of Southern California
Sasha M. Chavez, University of La Verne
Emily Lechuga, CSU Dominguez Hills

Supporting the dinner this year are: Telemundo 52, Imprenta Communications Group, United Collective, Panda Express, FSB Core Strategies and VPE Tradigital Communications. The cocktail hour sponsor is San Antonio Winery. A special shopping spree has been donated by Lamps Plus.

HPRA-Los Angeles would like to thank its Executive Board for their commitment and hard work. Members of the 2017 HPRA-LA Board are President, Reyna Hernandez Owner of Creative Branding Co.; Vice President, Norma Leon-Moncada of NLM Consulting; Secretary, Elizabeth Adams, PR Consultant and Treasurer, Norma Rodriguez of Imprenta Communications Group.

About the Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA)
Founded in 1984, the Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA) is the foremost organization of Hispanic public relations practitioners in the U.S. HPRA is a resource for communications professionals and for individuals seeking Hispanic market expertise. It is dedicated to the recognition and advancement of Hispanics in public relations through year-round programs, professional development, seminars and networking.

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(Español) Kids Preferred retira del mercado juguetes musicales de cuerda debido a peligro de asfixia

October 23, 2017

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Tom Mohler Emphasizes Future of Content Distribution at the Hispanic TV Summit

October 23, 2017

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Olympusat, Inc., one of the largest independent media companies specializing in the ownership, distribution, production and technical services of Spanish and English-language networks, was in attendance at the Hispanic TV Summit in New York City, where Tom Mohler, Founder and CEO of Olympusat Holdings, spoke about the new trends and the future of content distribution.

During a panel discussion among industry insiders, Mr. Mohler focused on the impact of OTT platforms in today’s distribution environment, and how the high demand for multicultural content is shaking the foundation of the industry. “There is still plenty of substantial growth in traditional distribution, partly thanks to the increase of Spanish-language channels that are now available in HD. However, the new digital and OTT platforms offer tremendous opportunities,” stated the Olympusat Executive. “Through OTT, content distributors and cable operators can offer HD programming without any bandwidth constrictions and overcome any VOD and pricing issues. Consumers, on the other hand, enjoy the advantages of having access to their favorite shows without any conditional buy-throughs.”

Mr. Mohler also delved on how Olympusat is facing the industry need for new scripted and local content, not only by producing its own original programming, but also by reaching content providers and distributors from around the world through OlyHub, the company’s new online marketplace designed to create new revenue streams by offering an easy way to sell and acquire TV content.

“Competition is great and will continue to increase next year. Audiences want good entertainment, whether its local or international, which is why we have put a lot of effort not only into expanding our dubbing capabilities at our Mexico office, but also into finding new ways to offer, distribute and acquire content,” added Mr. Mohler.

To learn more about Olympusat’s industry-leading efforts, please visit: olympusat.com

For more information on OlyHub, please visit: olyhub.tv

Olympusat – Editorial Contact:
Jesús Piñango
561-249-5228
[email protected]

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Estrella Jalisco Partners with Universal Music Latin Entertainment to Pay Tribute to Mexican Music Legend Pedro Infante for Día de Los Muertos

October 23, 2017

NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Estrella Jalisco, a premium pilsner beer with more than 100 years of Mexican brewing tradition, announced today that it will honor Golden Age singer and actor Pedro Infante as part of Hollywood Forever’s 2017 Day of the Dead celebration. This homage, in partnership with Universal Music Latin Entertainment (UMLE), will come to life in the form of a special performance by Mexican musical artists Kinky, El Dasa and Pedro’s own daughter Lupita Infante who will reinterpret the legend’s songs live on stage at the Hollywood Forever Día de los Muertos Celebration in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 28, 2017.

“This year marks 100 years since Pedro Infante’s birth and his memory has transcended generations because he is the cultural symbol of the Mexican spirit, something that’s very important to a proud Mexican beer like Estrella Jalisco,” said Yonathan Bendesky, Senior Brand Director for Anheuser-Busch, Mexican Imports. “Our brand started a tradition of honoring iconic stars with Mexican heritage last year for Día de Los Muertos and we look forward to continuing that tradition this year by honoring Pedro Infante.”

Pedro Infante fans who are not able to attend the Los Angeles celebration can also participate in the homage by livestreaming the performance on the Estrella Jalisco Facebook page. In addition, in honor of his life and musical legacy, UMLE will release a tribute album titled “Pedro Infante 100 Años” on Friday, October 27. The album will feature artists of various genres paying tribute to one of Mexico’s most important musical figures, also known as “The Idol of Guamúchil.” Pancho Barraza, Chuy Lizárraga, José Manuel Figueroa, Alicia Villarreal, Emir Pabón, José María Napoleón, Kinky, El Dasa and Lupita Infante are some of the artists that will contribute to 12 musical memorials.

“It’s no doubt that artists today are still influenced by Pedro who continues to be one of the most important Mexican artists in history,” said Jesus Malverde Gonzalez, Senior Vice President, Brands & Partnerships at UMLE. “This tribute CD “100 Años” and the celebratory concert maintain his essence while offering fresh arrangements to attract a new generation of Pedro Infante fans now and for another 100 years.”

As Día de Los Muertos in the United States has gone beyond remembrance to become a celebration of Mexican culture and art, Estrella Jalisco has looked pay homage to those Mexican artists who have impacted Mexican music not only in Mexico but internationally. Last year, the brand paid tribute to the late Jenni Rivera by launching the first-ever Hispanic 3D hologram during the event. More than 40,000 witnessed the departed La Mariposa del Barrio retake the stage to sing “Cuando Muere una Dama” or “When a Lady Dies.”

Día de Los Muertos is typically celebrated on November 2 in Mexico. In the U.S. and throughout some parts of Latin America, celebrations included parades and acts of remembrance that include food and music.

In its second year as sponsor of the largest Día de Los Muertos celebration in the U.S., Estrella Jalisco will also sponsor a Pedro Infante-themed art installation with pieces by Mexican L.A.-based artist Ricardo Soltero.

With more than 100 years of Mexican brewing tradition, Estrella Jalisco is a refreshing, light-flavored pilsner beer from Guadalajara, Jalisco. Consumers 21 and older can learn more about the brand by visiting www.EstrellaJalisco.com, following @EstrellaJalisco on Instagram using #EstrellaJalisco, and visiting the Estrella Jalisco Facebook page.

About Estrella Jalisco
With more than 100 years of Mexican brewing tradition, Estrella Jalisco is a refreshing, light-flavored pilsner beer from Guadalajara, Jalisco, and contains 4.5 percent alcohol by volume (ABV). It is best enjoyed in a wide-top pilsner glass to bring out its true flavor and aroma while allowing drinkers to appreciate the color and carbonation of the beer. Estrella Jalisco was launched in the U.S. last year and it’s quickly becoming a Mexican favorite among cerveza aficionados.

About Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans. Universal Music Group is a Vivendi company.

About Hollywood Forever Day of the Dead
The LA Day of the Dead at Hollywood Forever has grown from a modest gathering of 300 people in 1999 to a massive event of more than 40,000 people visiting the grounds last year. The event exposes the multi-cultural, multi-lingual population of Los Angeles to a Mexican tradition in a way that is authentic and understandable. Previous headliners have included Julieta Venegas, Carla Morrison, Lila Downs and Saúl Hernandez. This year’s main stage performers feature Aterciopelados, Cuco, Ximena Sariñana, La Chamba, Very Be Careful and Chulita Vinyl Club.

SOURCE Estrella Jalisco

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