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Esteban Burier’s new book “The Wrong House” is a riveting novel about the author’s journey through the harrows of prison that transformed him
HOUSTON, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Esteban Burier, a passionate writer from Pinar Del Rio Province, Cuba, who studied photography and excels in chess, has completed his new book “The Wrong House”: an intriguing story about the author’s life in youth and growing up experiencing conflict and toil that led him to prison, affecting his sanity and emotions.
Author Burier reveals the events that transpire within the walls of the prison that shape a person’s will and desire to fulfill their lives in their own way and pace: “‘The Wrong House’ narrates the childhood of a boy who never thought twice to make a decision, committing many errors which took him, as consequence of punishment, to many juvenile reformatories and at last to jail, where he spent part of his life. The good education from his family did not influence on the boy, who does not divert from his delinquent path. A supernatural strength pushed him to these twisted paths to destroy and incarcerate him to where the stubborn are taken, to where you are subject to many tests and you can lose your dignity and also your manhood, depending on how weak or strong your personality is or if you allow to be intimidated. This boy, since he started to reason in his first years of his childhood, was a mean boy without regret and fought day and night in his neighborhood in the town where he was born. His friends and enemies told him, ‘You are meat for prison.’ Let’s see if this boy survived in prison or if he was destroyed physically or morally, or just what happened to him.”
Published by Page Publishing, Esteban Burier’s rip-roaring tale is a thought-provoking masterpiece that also shows human circumstances amid the toils of war and political upheaval.
Readers who wish to experience this page-turning work can purchase “The Wrong House” at bookstores everywhere or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.
About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues, and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.
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María Magdalena’s new book Andando el Mundo, an enchanting tome of magical beings and creatures that impart inspiring virtues for children to keep at heart
HIALEAH, Florida, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Andando el Mundo was created by María Magdalena. María is an author who currently lives in Miami. She is now retired and has dedicated her life to writing.
María said this about her book: “In every story of Andando el Mundo, you will find a treasure that will tell you about love, sacrifices, perseverance and, above all, great respect for all kinds of life. Our little readers will have incredible moments and the opportunity to live with fairies, princesses, kings, magic, and much more and will please parents for the learning that leaves their children in the sweetness of its pages, wishing that the reading time is prolonged infinitely so as not to be separated from its wonderful characters, creating a beautiful memory that will last through the years, taking these stories to future generations as something very beautiful that they learned in their childhood.”
Published by Page Publishing, María Magdalena’s new book Andando el Mundo contains awe-striking characters and circumstances that emanate with grace and magic as well as enriching lessons that bless the children’s hearts and fill their minds with wisdom.
Consumers who wish to be enthralled while discerning positive values to remember can purchase Andando el Mundo in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.
About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.
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SOURCE Page Publishing
Scholars at Risk Recognizes Imprisoned Uyghur Scholar Rahile Dawut and Releases New Report on Global Academic Freedom
NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Scholars at Risk, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting academic freedom, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the announcement of its 2020 Courage to Think award and the release of its annual Free to Think report. Both debuted at the group’s virtual global conference, an event that has drawn 2,126 views from around the world, to date.
The Courage to Think award went to anthropologist Dr. Rahile Dawut, currently believed to be imprisoned in China. In December 2017, Dr. Dawut, an expert in Uyghur culture studies, disappeared while she was traveling from her base in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Beijing. The award was accepted by Dr. Dawut’s daughter, Akida Pulat.
Free to Think 2020 identifies trends related to attacks on higher education communities. These include the ongoing struggle for freedom in Hong Kong and China; a clampdown on scholar and student dissent in India by the nationalist ruling party; and pressures on higher education communities around the world as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The pandemic is exerting a number of unique, and probably lasting, impacts on higher education, including the suspension of in-person operations and challenges associated with the switch to online instruction, attempts to restrict research and the flow of information about the virus, attacks on academic voices critical of government responses to COVID-19, and efforts to target and disrupt universities, taking advantage of their current vulnerabilities.
Nevertheless, universities hold a central role in documenting and researching the COVID-19 crisis. Robert Quinn, Executive Director of Scholars at Risk, said, “universities are among the spaces with the potential to lead the world out of this crisis, making it all the more important that society supports and protects higher education and the freedom to conduct academic and scientific work.”
As a global network, Scholars at Risk calls on everyone who believes in freedom to help seek the release of imprisoned scholars, host threatened scholars at higher education institutions, share Free to Think 2020 to give voice to students and scholars who demand academic freedom, and support its collective efforts by contributing in any way you can. Please take action today.
SOURCE Scholars at Risk
Puerto Rico pursues top tier professionals to boost its economic development
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As the island of Puerto Rico – a U.S. protectorate in the Caribbean – continues its path to economic transformation, the tropical paradise is undertaking efforts to attract world-class professionals from diverse sectors to accelerate the endeavor. The latest effort is the program ElComebackPR.org a platform aimed at both Puerto Rican professionals living and working in the diaspora, and non-Puerto Rican entrepreneurs/workers.
Developed and led by the Puerto Rico-based nonprofit ConPRmetidos, the program’s objective is to connect professionals and anyone who wants to contribute to the island’s economy with employment opportunities on the island. Through various tools and resources that enable networking with key stakeholders as well as provide valuable information for professionals in myriad sectors, the first phase of the platform’s utility focuses on the tech sector, specifically software development and design, but also finance, accounting, business analyst, and digital marketing.
“ElComebackPR.org is an invitation for Puerto Rican professionals that have left the island, to return and — with their talent – contribute to Puerto Rico’s economic transformation. The invitation is also open to non-Puerto Rican professionals, who can take advantage of the island’s many benefits – quality of life and vibrant culture, infrastructure, U.S. laws and regulations, a familiar banking and financial ecosystem, and more,” said Isabel Rullán, executive director of ConPRmetidos.
The executive also noted that Puerto Rico is primed for progress, anchored in its spirit of resiliency. The local business ecosystem is robust and features a variety of companies in myriad sectors doing work that impacts local, U.S., and international markets. “Puerto Rico’s economic development strategy, coupled with our infrastructure, business climate, and culture, make the Island of Enchantment a true Island of Opportunity,” Rullán commented.
“Progress is fully dependent on people power. Our mission is to tell the people that have acquired professional experience and miss their family, or want to enjoy everything that Puerto Rico has to offer, that this is a great opportunity for them to relocate and boost our economy. Simultaneously, we want to retain local talent and let them know that there are job opportunities in this industry,” Rullán added.
To learn more about current job opportunities in Puerto Rico, one has to register atelcomebackpr.org. After registering, if there is an opportunity that matches the users’ profile, ConPRmetidos will match the person to the company. There is no cost to participate in El Comeback, but you can support ConPRmetidos through http://committedtopr.org/ ConPRmetidos is a non-partisan, non-profit organization founded in 2012 whose mission is to create a stable, productive, and self-sufficient Puerto Rico.
Contact:
Ana Miranda
[email protected]
787-412-3858
SOURCE ConPRmetidos
HITEC Recognizes Andy Erlandson as Advocate of the Year Award Recipient During the HITEC Awards Celebration
CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC is pleased to recognize Andy Erlandson, former General Manager at Microsoft, as the 2020 Advocate of the Year Award recipient. Mr. Erlandson will be recognized with this prestigious award at the HITEC Awards Celebration December 8.
“Always a true ally – Andy Erlandson embodies the essence of the Advocate Award. His impact was felt immediately throughout the HITEC organization when he joined our mission and it carried into his years of service on the Board and beyond.” said Jesse Cortez, HITEC Board Member and Vice President of Executive Talent at McKesson. “As only the second ever recipient in the history of the organization, I am proud to see him recognized for his inclusive leadership.”
The Advocate of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated continued support of and has been a champion for HITEC and its mission to advance technology leaders in the Hispanic community.
“On behalf of the HITEC board and our community, I feel so honored to be able to give such an honor to our great Advocate, Andy Erlandson,” stated HITEC Chairman, Guillermo Diaz, Jr., CEO of Kloudspot. “Having worked with Andy over the years and sharing a passion to build the next generation of leaders, who happen to be Hispanic, I know firsthand his contributions and again beyond thrilled to see this happen. Thank you, Andy, now to be known as Andres our Advocate!”
“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized by HITEC, an organization I believe in with all my heart. That puts people and their growth first. That honors diversity in all senses of the word. And that stands for the rights of all. I am proud to support the mission of HITEC and expect to always be a strong advocate for the organization and its people,” shared Andy Erlandson.
HITEC is the premier global executive leadership organization of senior business and technology executives. Part of the organization’s mission to celebrate and increase Hispanic representation, building stronger technology and executive leaders in the diversity-challenged technology industry.
HITEC Awardees will be recognized during the HITEC Awards Celebration, December 8, 2020, held virtually.
SOURCE Hispanic IT Executive Council
HITEC Recognizes Patricia Rios of KPMG as Member of the Year
CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC recognizes Patricia Rios, Director, Global Accounts Strategy and Marketing of KPMG as the 2020 HITEC Member of the Year.
The HITEC Member of the Year Award is meant to celebrate an individual whose leadership, integrity and dedication have contributed to the advancement of the technology industry and specifically the HITEC organization.
“Patricia has gone above and beyond with her dedication and leadership to the HITEC community and its programs,” shared Darrell Higueros, HITEC Board Member, CEO at Next Generation, Inc. “It is a true testament of the type of caring and giving person she is.”
Patricia has demonstrated above and beyond leadership and passion for HITEC and the community it serves. She serves on both the HITEC Corporate Board of Advisors and the Foundation Board of Directors since 2017 and 2018, respectively. Patricia is an invaluable champion to the organization with her leadership in the Board Readiness Program presented by KPMG, an initiative she has led for the past 3 years to provide leaders resources and guidance to corporate Board roles. She is also a devoted champion to HITEC’s philanthropic arm, the HITEC Foundation, carving out a pathway to the next generation of Hispanic technology leaders.
“Whether it is the HITEC Foundation, the broader HITEC community or even beyond any corporate or HITEC boundaries, Patricia is always looking and pushing for new ways and ideas to improve our brand and bringing up Hispanics in tech,” stated HITEC Chairman Guillermo Diaz, Jr., CEO of Kloudspot. “It is my honor to have her in my path, but more importantly the path of HITEC and super proud to see her gain this award.”
“I am honored to receive this award and grateful to both HITEC and KPMG for their commitment to developing a pipeline of diverse and inclusive leaders prepared to serve on corporate boards,” said Patricia Rios. “HITEC’s mission to connect, inspire and grow influential Hispanic/Latinx technology executives while developing the next generation of leaders is critical given the underrepresentation of Hispanics serving on Boards and in the technology field”.
HITEC is the premier global executive leadership organization of senior business and technology executives. HITEC Awardees will be recognized during the HITEC Awards Celebration, December 8, 2020, held virtually.
SOURCE Hispanic IT Executive Council
HITEC Recognizes Nina Vaca, Chairman & CEO of Pinnacle Group, as Estrella Award Recipient During the HITEC Awards Celebration
CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC will recognize Nina Vaca, Chairman & CEO of Pinnacle Group, as the 2020 Estrella Award recipient. Ms. Vaca will be recognized with this prestigious award during the HITEC Awards Celebration December 8.
The Estrella Award Recognizes an individual whose leadership, integrity and dedication have contributed to the advancement of technology. Demonstrating excellence in all aspects of their global career, while serving as a role-model for “rising stars.” Previous recipients of the Estrella Award have included Miriam Hernandez-Kakol, Eddy Cue, Maria Martinez and Thaddeus Arroyo.
“Winning the Estrella award in 2019 was so joyous for me, following in Eddie, Maria, and Thaddeus’ footsteps was an honor. When your “familia” acknowledges the impact you are having across technology, business, and most importantly on our young leaders, it is a proud feeling like no other,” shared HITEC Board Member, Miriam Hernadez-Kakol, Principal & Global Head of Management Consulting Practice at KPMG. “That is why this year having the opportunity to celebrate Nina as our shining “Estrella” is so rewarding and so appropriate. In a year like no other, Nina represents the best of our entrepreneurial heritage and embodies our push up and pull up mission. Nina is an empathetic leader with passion and energy that serves as a role model for our own rising stars. Congratulations Nina – love that we share this award!”
Nina founded Pinnacle Group in 1996 and has served as its Chairman and CEO for over two decades, a provider of information technology and workforce solutions and has been named the Fastest-Growing Women-Owned Business in the United States by the Women Presidents’ Organisation in 2015 and 2018. What started as a one-woman IT staffing firm has grown into a workforce solutions powerhouse providing multiple service lines to industry leaders in the telecommunications, financial services, transportation, and technology industries. Over the years, Nina has received numerous awards and recognition for her business success, including ALPFA’s 50 Most Powerful Latinas and the HITEC 100 List.
“HITEC is doing an incredible job highlighting the impact that Hispanics have in the IT industry and the incredible opportunity this presents to propel the community and the country forward,” said Nina Vaca. “It is an honor and a privilege to follow in the footsteps of so many iconic IT leaders who previously received this recognition and I will do my best to live up to the amazing example they have set.”
HITEC is the premier global executive leadership organization of senior business and technology executives. Part of the organization’s mission to celebrate and increase Hispanic representation, building stronger technology and executive leaders in the diversity-challenged technology industry.
HITEC Awardees will be recognized during the HITEC Awards Celebration, December 8, 2020, held virtually.
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SOURCE Hispanic IT Executive Council
Kia Wins Four 2021 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Awards
IRVINE, California, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia Motors America (KMA) is pleased to announce that Soul (Subcompact Crossover), Seltos (Subcompact Crossover), Rio (Subcompact Car) and Telluride (Midsize Crossover) have been named 2021 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Award winners. A seventh consecutive win for Soul marks the longest running streak in the Subcompact Crossover category.
“Claiming four 2021 Best Buy awards reflects Kia’s commitment to innovation, design, safety and driver satisfaction. Furthermore, the wide range of Kia vehicles honored proves our world-class model line-up offers a vehicle that suits the needs of every driver,” said Sean Yoon, President & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. “With Telluride taking top honors for the second time and Soul sweeping its category for an incredible seventh year in a row, the Kia brand continues to demonstrate its ‘Give It Everything’ spirit.”
Consumer Guide editors log more than 100,000 miles every year evaluating vehicles using objective criteria such as price, features, performance, accommodations, fuel economy, reliability records, and resale value, to assess each vehicle in real-world driving experiences.
“With four crossovers on the 2021 Consumer Guide Best Buy list, Kia proves it can build vehicles that balance comfort and utility while still delivering strong value,” said Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide® Automotive. For more information on the award, visit http://consumerguide.com/best-buys/.
About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*
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*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.
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Puerto Rico pursues top tier professionals to boost its economic development
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As the island of Puerto Rico – a U.S. protectorate in the Caribbean – continues its path to economic transformation, the tropical paradise is undertaking efforts to attract world-class professionals from diverse sectors to accelerate the endeavor. The latest effort is the program ElComebackPR.org a platform aimed at both Puerto Rican professionals living and working in the diaspora, and non-Puerto Rican entrepreneurs/workers.
Developed and led by the Puerto Rico-based nonprofit ConPRmetidos, the program’s objective is to connect professionals and anyone who wants to contribute to the island’s economy with employment opportunities on the island. Through various tools and resources that enable networking with key stakeholders as well as provide valuable information for professionals in myriad sectors, the first phase of the platform’s utility focuses on the tech sector, specifically software development and design, but also finance, accounting, business analyst, and digital marketing.
“ElComebackPR.org is an invitation for Puerto Rican professionals that have left the island, to return and — with their talent – contribute to Puerto Rico’s economic transformation. The invitation is also open to non-Puerto Rican professionals, who can take advantage of the island’s many benefits – quality of life and vibrant culture, infrastructure, U.S. laws and regulations, a familiar banking and financial ecosystem, and more,” said Isabel Rullán, executive director of ConPRmetidos.
The executive also noted that Puerto Rico is primed for progress, anchored in its spirit of resiliency. The local business ecosystem is robust and features a variety of companies in myriad sectors doing work that impacts local, U.S., and international markets. “Puerto Rico’s economic development strategy, coupled with our infrastructure, business climate, and culture, make the Island of Enchantment a true Island of Opportunity,” Rullán commented.
“Progress is fully dependent on people power. Our mission is to tell the people that have acquired professional experience and miss their family, or want to enjoy everything that Puerto Rico has to offer, that this is a great opportunity for them to relocate and boost our economy. Simultaneously, we want to retain local talent and let them know that there are job opportunities in this industry,” Rullán added.
To learn more about current job opportunities in Puerto Rico, one has to register atelcomebackpr.org. After registering, if there is an opportunity that matches the users’ profile, ConPRmetidos will match the person to the company. There is no cost to participate in El Comeback, but you can support ConPRmetidos through http://committedtopr.org/ ConPRmetidos is a non-partisan, non-profit organization founded in 2012 whose mission is to create a stable, productive, and self-sufficient Puerto Rico.
Contact:
Ana Miranda
[email protected]
787-412-3858
SOURCE ConPRmetidos