Immigration Detainees Who Performed Work at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center May Be Affected by a Class Action Lawsuit

October 8, 2020

SEATTLE, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A class action lawsuit has been filed in federal court in Riverside, California, against The GEO Group, Inc. (“GEO”). GEO operates the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in Adelanto, California as a subcontractor for the City of Adelanto. The name of the case is Novoa, et al. v. The GEO Group, Inc., No. 5:17-cv-02514. A federal judge decided that this lawsuit should be a class action on behalf of the following “Classes” and “Subclasses”:

The Adelanto Wage Class: All civilly detained immigrants who (i) were detained at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center any time since December 19, 2014, and either (ii) participated in the Voluntary Work Program¹ at any point during their detention, or (iii) performed work for no compensation in the Uncompensated Work Program² pending their participation in the Voluntary Work Program, or (iv) performed work for no compensation pursuant to the Adelanto Housing Unit Sanitation Policy.³

The Adelanto Forced Labor Class: All civil immigration detainees who were detained at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center any time since May 1, 2011, with the following subclasses: a) The Work Program Subclass: All individuals who participated in the Voluntary Work Program at any point during their detention; and (b) The Uncompensated Work Program Subclass: All individuals who participated in the Uncompensated Work Program at any point during their detention.

Plaintiffs in this lawsuit claim that GEO maintained a practice of wage theft, unjust enrichment, and forced labor. GEO denies the allegations made in the lawsuit and argues it has fully complied with the law. The Court has not decided whether GEO did anything wrong. There is no money available now, and there is no guarantee there will be. However, the legal rights of individuals in the Classes/Subclasses are affected and they have a choice to make now.

Affected individuals have a choice of whether to stay in the Classes/Subclasses or not, and this must be decided now. Affected individuals that stay in the Classes/Subclasses will be legally bound by all orders and judgments of the Court, and they won’t be able to sue, or continue to sue, GEO as part of any other lawsuit with the same claims. To stay in the Classes/Subclasses, affected individuals do not have to do anything now. If you choose to stay in the class action, you may also engage an attorney of your own choosing, but at your own expense.

Affected individuals who want to be excluded from the Classes/Subclasses will not get any money or benefits from this lawsuit, but they will keep their rights to sue GEO for the claims made in this lawsuit and will not be bound by any orders or judgments of the Court. To ask to be excluded, a letter must be sent to the address below, postmarked by December 22, 2020, requesting to be excluded from Novoa v. The GEO Group, Inc.:

GEO Adelanto Class Action Notice Administrator
c/o JND Legal Administration
P.O. Box 91350
Seattle, WA 98111

The Court appointed the law firms of Burns Charest LLP of Dallas, TX, the Law Office of R. Andrew Free of Nashville, TN, and Ahdoot and Wolfson, PC of Los Angeles, CA, to represent the Classes/Subclasses.

For more information, visit www.GEOAdelantoClassAction.com; email [email protected], or call:

Toll-Free in U.S.: 1-888-383-0320
Toll-Free in Mexico: 1-800-062-4329

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¹ Plaintiffs allege that the “Voluntary Work Program” is the program GEO operates at Adelanto where detainees work as porters, janitors, kitchen workers, laundry workers, barbers, or in any other job in exchange for $1 per day.
² Plaintiffs allege that the “Uncompensated Work Program” means GEO’s practice of hiring detainees to work as porters, janitors, kitchen workers, laundry workers, barbers, or in any other job outside their housing units for no money at all. Detained immigrants typically complete a Work Detail Application for a position in the Voluntary Work Program and must work for an arbitrary period of time—months, in some cases—for no compensation before they begin to receive $1 per day for their labor.
³ Plaintiffs allege that the “Housing Unit Sanitation Policy” is a program GEO operates at Adelanto where detainees clean and sanitize their housing units, dormitories, pods, showers, and common living areas for no compensation. If you were detained at Adelanto, you were part of the Housing Unit Sanitation Policy.

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FAU Index Shows Greater Consumer Confidence Among Hispanics

October 8, 2020

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BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Consumer confidence among Hispanics continues to recover from the sharp decline at the start of the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year.

The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index increased to 84.8 percent in the third quarter from 82.8 percent in the second quarter and 81.3 percent in the first quarter, according to the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economics Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI) in FAU’s College of Business.

While still well below the 105 from a year ago, the latest index is about 4 points higher than the September score for the overall U.S. population, as published by the University of Michigan.

“The gains were mainly due to a more optimistic outlook for the national economy,” said Monica Escaleras, Ph.D., director of FAU BEPI. “However, Hispanic consumer confidence can be shaken in the future by uncertainties dealing with the presidential election and delays in the availability of a COVID-19 vaccine.”

In the third quarter, 57 percent of Hispanics said they are better off financially than a year ago, up from 55 percent in the second quarter. Hispanics also were more bullish in the third quarter about the nation experiencing good business conditions in the next year, while more respondents (48 percent) said they think it’s a good time to buy a big-ticket item compared to the second quarter (42 percent).

Respondents were less optimistic in the third quarter about their own future financial situation and the long-term economic outlook, though Hispanics who self-identified as Republicans are far more optimistic (75 percent) about the long-term economy than Democrats (48 percent), Independents (66 percent) and non-registered voters (37 percent).

Despite the improving sentiment, U.S. President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating among respondents increased in the third quarter to 57 percent from 49 percent in the second quarter.

The poll is based on a sample of 435 Hispanic adults between April 1 and Sept. 30, with a margin of error of +/-4.7 percentage points. Responses for the entire sample were weighted to reflect the national distribution of the Hispanic population by region, education, gender, age and income, according to latest American Community Survey data. The survey was administered using both landlines via IVR data collection and online data collection using Dynata. The polling results and full cross-tabulations can be viewed here.

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Despite 2020’s Best Efforts, the Holidays Are Approaching

October 8, 2020

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — It’s that time already? The days have blended this year more than usual due to daily-routine changes courtesy of the pandemic. But now it’s time to focus on happier times ahead over the next few weeks as the holidays get closer, and who isn’t excited to do that?

As always, the U.S. Postal Service has you covered with all the important mailing deadlines you need to know for the expected delivery of cards and gifts to your loved ones, whether they’re overseas or across the country.

2020 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The Postal Service recommends the following mailing and shipping deadlines for expected delivery by Dec. 25 to domestic addresses and Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office addresses*:

Nov. 6 — APO/FPO/DPO (all ZIP Codes) USPS Retail Ground service
Dec. 9 — APO/FPO/DPO (ZIP Code 093 only) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail
Dec. 11 — APO/FPO/DPO (all other ZIP Codes) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail services
Dec. 15 — USPS Retail Ground service
Dec. 18 — APO/FPO/DPO (except ZIP Code 093) USPS Priority Mail Express service
Dec. 18 — First-Class Mail service (including greeting cards)
Dec. 18 — First-class packages (up to 15.99 ounces)
Dec. 19 — Priority Mail service
Dec. 23 — Priority Mail Express* service

*Not a guarantee, unless otherwise noted. Dates are for estimated delivery before Dec. 25. Actual delivery date may vary depending on origin, destination, Post Office acceptance date and time, and other conditions. Some restrictions apply. For Priority Mail Express shipments mailed Dec. 22 through Dec. 25, the money-back guarantee applies only if the shipment was not delivered, or delivery was not attempted, within two business days.

Skip the Trip and Ship Online
Consumers don’t even have to leave home to ship their packages, simply visit usps.com. The Postal Service anticipates Dec. 14 will be the Postal Service’s busiest day online with more than 13 million consumers predicted to visit usps.com for help shipping that special holiday gift. And usps.com is always open.

It’s estimated nearly 500,000 consumers will use the Click-N-Ship feature and other online services on Dec. 14 to order free Priority Mail boxes, print shipping labels, purchase postage and even request free next-day Package Pickup.

Busiest Time
While holiday shopping is going to be different this year for many reasons, one thing hasn’t changed. The Postal Service still has its busiest time, which starts two weeks before Christmas. Beginning the week of Dec. 7, customer traffic is expected to increase, with the week of Dec. 14-21 predicted to be the busiest mailing, shipping and delivery week.

More tips for a successful holiday mailing and shipping season:

Use free Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes. They are available at local Post Offices or online at usps.com/freeboxes.
Make it easy with Click-N-Ship. You can create shipping labels and pay for postage online at usps.com/ship.
Schedule a free Package Pickup when the carrier delivers your mail. It’s free regardless of the number of packages. Or, pickups can be scheduled at usps.com/pickup.
Mail and packages that weigh more than 10 ounces and/or are more than a half-inch thick using stamps as postage cannot be dropped into a collection box or left for a carrier to pick up. Instead, take them to a window clerk at a Post Office.

Additional news and information, including all domestic, international and military mailing and shipping deadlines, can be found at the Postal Service Holiday Newsroom: usps.com/holidaynews.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines and the North Pole postmark, can be found at usps.com/holidaynews. For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.

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Texas-based Start-up Launching New Mobile Bank For Latinos

October 8, 2020

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LUBBOCK, Texas, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Lubbock, Texas-based startup, Viva First, is launching a new mobile bank with the Latino community in mind—all 52 million in the United States. While so many banks and fintech companies take a broad approach when catering to multiple demographics, the company sees a real opportunity to bank this underserved market.

When looking at the financial habits of Latinos, they are traditionally a cash-heavy group that has a 22% lower adoption rate for traditional checking and savings accounts when compared to their Non-Latino counterparts—but they’re ready for a solution. Internal research finds that 30% of Latinos would consider switching banks if an in-language mobile banking experience was available.

This is where Viva First plans to win.

Several cultural, behavioral, and trust barriers have prevented Latinos from adopting certain financial services. The company aims to remedy that through a Spanish-first approach and a ground-up technology platform specifically designed to cater to Latino preferences. The company has also crafted public-facing messaging and customer service to provide a uniquely-Latino experience that delivers a high level of dignity that is lacking from other institutions.

“The Latino community has largely been banked in the wrong way with misguided practices. We’re going to deliver a banking solution that truly speaks their language and gives them every account feature they could ever expect. We’re talking about a very influential demographic that deserves real attention. And we’ve tailored a financial relationship just for them,” says Chief Evangelist, Natalia Muñoz-Moore.

While the mobile bank is curated for Latino clientele, it is open to everyone and the company’s product teams have engineered functionality that any customer can appreciate. “Just about every bank has an app, most of which are fairly cookie-cutter. We wanted to architect a better mobile experience than our community- and mega-bank peers. When it comes to the technology and customer experience, we spent a great deal of time building a better product,” Muñoz-Moore explains.

Every account comes standard with industry-leading security, Visa™ debit cards, smart saving recommendations, highly-personalized messaging, and are FDIC-insured up to $250,000. The Viva First accounts will be sponsored by Spur Security Bank in Spur, Texas.

The startup is currently in its alpha phase of testing and plans to launch its fully-featured mobile app in 4th quarter of 2020 in select markets. The first areas to be opened up for customers will be located in Texas including El Paso, San Antonio, and parts of the Rio Grande valley. Viva First already has plans of introducing some first-to-market features soon after the rollout is complete.

Users wanting to open an account can join a waitlist at vivafirst.com and get notified of availability as new markets are opened up.

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Greenwood closes $3 million seed round to build online banking solution for Blacks and Latinx

October 8, 2020

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Michael “Killer Mike” Render, Ambassador Andrew J. Young and Ryan Glover are founders of Greenwood, the first digital banking platform for Black and Latinx people and business owners. Greenwood features best-in-class online banking services and innovative ways of giving back to Black and Latinx causes and businesses.

Contact: media@bankgreenwood.com — Michael “Killer Mike” Render, Ambassador Andrew J. Young and Ryan Glover are founders of Greenwood, the first digital banking platform for Black and Latinx people and business owners. Greenwood features best-in-class online banking services and innovative ways of giving back to Black and Latinx causes and businesses. Contact: [email protected]

ATLANTA, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Greenwood has secured $3 million in seed funding from private investors as the first digital banking platform for Black and Latinx people and business owners. Greenwood features best-in-class online banking services and innovative ways of giving back to Black and Latinx causes and businesses.

Greenwood’s founders include:

Andrew J. Young, civil rights legend, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, and former Mayor of Atlanta
Michael Render, aka Killer Mike, rapper and activist in Black financial empowerment
Ryan Glover, Greenwood Chairman and founder of Bounce TV network

“It’s no secret that traditional banks have failed the Black and Latinx community,” said Ryan Glover. “We needed to create a new financial platform that understands our history and our needs going forward, a banking platform built by us and for us, a platform that helps us build a stronger future for our communities. This is our time to take back control of our lives and our financial future. That is why we launched Greenwood, modern banking for the culture.”

“Today, a dollar circulates for 20 days in the white community but only six hours in the Black community,” said Michael ‘Killer Mike’ Render. “Moreover, a Black person is twice as likely as a white person to be denied a mortgage. This lack of fairness in the financial system is why we created Greenwood.”

Greenwood’s executive leadership includes:

Aparicio Giddins, President & Chief Technology Officer (previously of Bank of America and TD Bank)
David Tapscott, Chief Marketing Officer (previously of Green Dot and Combs Enterprises)
Andrew “Bo” Young, III, Board Member (managing partner, Andrew Young Investment Group)
Dr. Paul Judge, Board Member (co-founder of Pindrop and TechSquare Labs)

Product

Greenwood’s initial products are savings and spending accounts that come with a stunningly designed black metal debit card for customers who sign up by the end of the year. Advanced features like Apple, Samsung, and Android pay, virtual debit cards, peer-to-peer transfers, mobile check deposits, and free ATM usage in over 30,000 locations are offered with no hidden fees. Customers who invite their friends to open accounts receive cash awards as a thank you from Greenwood. All deposits are FDIC insured by a partner bank.

Additionally, Greenwood plans to work with brick and mortar minority-owned backs to provide deposits to help strengthen historically black banks.

“The work that we did in the civil rights movement wasn’t just about being able to sit at the counter. It was also about being able to own the restaurant,” said Ambassador Andrew Young. “We have the skills, talent and energy to compete anywhere in the world, but to grow the economy, it has to be based on the spirit of the universe and not the greed of the universe. Killer Mike, Ryan and I are launching Greenwood to continue this work of empowering black and brown people to have economic opportunity.”

Greenwood Gives Back

Greenwood has three key avenues to support Black and Latinx causes and businesses:

For every customer sign-up, Greenwood will provide five free meals to a family in need.
Every swipe of a Greenwood debit card will prompt a donation to UNCF for education, Goodr to feed the hungry, or NAACP to support civil rights.
And every month, Greenwood will provide a $10,000 grant to a Black or Latinx small business owner that is a Greenwood customer.

History of the name “Greenwood”

The Greenwood name pays homage to the prosperous “Black Wall Street,” part of the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma, during the early 20th Century — a center of African American enterprise, entertainment, skills, wealth and investment capital. Though it was destroyed by white mobs in 1921, the Greenwood District remains an enduring symbol of the economic potential of community solidarity. The new Greenwood neobank takes inspiration from the entrepreneurial and empowering spirit of the Greenwood District where a dollar typically circulated 36 times – and for up to a year — within the Black community. The new Greenwood also is proud to be a backer of the contemporary Greenwood Culture Center in Oklahoma.

To sign up for a Greenwood account, visit www.bankgreenwood.com.

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Barbara García’s new book Princesita y el Bosque Encantado, a heartwarming tale of a magical world where a princess goes to an enchanted forest

October 8, 2020

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MIAMI, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Princesita y el Bosque Encantado was created by Barbara García. Barbara is an author who was born in the province of Villa Clara, Santa Clara, in Cuba. She completed her studies and graduated from the university in economics and became part of the Democratic Action Movement in the opposition. She is now a political refugee in the United States along with her family.

Barbara said this about her book: “Like most writers, I want to thank my husband and daughters for their support in deciding to go ahead with the publication of this book. But I want to dedicate this book to all the children of the world, especially the children of St. Jude Hospital, so their parents can read it to them and live a moment of adventure and fantasy. I hope, from the depths of my heart, they will like it because children always deserve the best in this world.”

Published by Page Publishing, Barbara García’s new book Princesita y el Bosque Encantado will surely bring enjoyment to the readers, especially children, as they witness the fun and awe-inspiring journey of a princess to a forest filled with enchantment.

Consumers who wish to be mesmerized by magic and adventure can purchase Princesita y el Bosque Encantado 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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Franger E. Reynaldo Balbuena’s new book Tratado de Béisbol, a comprehensive read that improves the readers’ understanding of the principles of baseball

October 8, 2020

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MIAMI, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Tratado de Béisbol was created by Franger E. Reynaldo Balbuena. Franger is an author who a baseball teacher, with a degree in psychology and pedagogy and a master’s in sports training methodology. He hails from a small town north of the old Oriente province in Puerto Padre, Cuba.

Franger said this about his book: “The book Tratado de Béisbol is aimed at a specialized audience and fans who want to deepen their knowledge of this exciting sport.”

The author acknowledges that many people have written about baseball and that there will always be something new to add. Baseball treatise is made up of four sections where the reader can find out how much they want to know in relation to baseball.

Its main purpose is that its reading be useful for athletes, coaches, and fans and favor the analysis and comments of the specialized sports press.

The author would be pleased if each reader, after flipping through this treatise, somehow succeeded in learning something new or simply remembering something that he had forgotten.

Published by Page Publishing, Franger E. Reynaldo Balbuena’s new book Tratado de Béisbol will enthrall the readers with useful knowledge on baseball to improve and become effective critics and players of the game.

Consumers who wish to learn more about baseball can purchase Tratado de Béisbol 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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(Español) Una nueva investigación revela que la justicia racial es el principal factor que motiva a los jóvenes votantes de color

October 7, 2020

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Una encuesta nacional revela que la desigualdad estructural, la brutalidad policial y la pandemia del coronavirus son los temas que más preocupan a los jóvenes votantes de color de cara a las elecciones. (PRNewsfoto/Advancement Project National Office)

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Telluriders Team Tackles Tough Off-Road Rebelle Rally

October 7, 2020

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Telluriders team tackles tough off-road Rebelle Rally

IRVINE, California, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “Bring it!” said Alyssa Roenigk, “I’m beyond charged to get going.” Roenigk, a senior writer at sports media giant ESPN, will drive a 2020 Telluride SX in the fifth annual Rebelle Rally, an all-women, off-road navigational challenge held in the deserts of California and Nevada. Starting October 8 in Lake Tahoe, California, the rally will cover 1,500 miles in eight days before reaching the finish line, October 16, in the Imperial Sand Dunes, California. Roenigk’s navigator, Sabrina Howells, has a huge job guiding the team through the course using only old-fashioned paper maps and a compass—no GPS, no cell phones, no digital devices of any kind. “I can’t wait,” Howells said, “I really geek out on this stuff.”

Rebelle Rally founder and accomplished endurance racer, Emily Miller, created the event to provide women a chance to challenge themselves and each other and to prevail in conditions that most people avoid. “This is no desert cruise,” she said, “rally participants will face heat, sand, rocks and cold – everything the desert can throw at them. When it’s over, they’ll have accomplished something significant.

“Having Kia on board for this year’s rally is fantastic,” said Miller, “the Telluride is an excellent vehicle and the Telluriders team is formidable. We’ll be watching with interest.”

Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America & Kia Motors America is also looking forward to following the Telluriders team. “This is a significant event for Kia,” he said. “The Telluride is one of our most successful vehicles ever and the Rebelle Rally is a real test of its capability, durability and versatility. We expect it to perform extremely well and will be cheering on Alyssa and Sabrina as they take on this tough challenge.”

In addition to entering the Telluriders team in the rally, Kia Motors America is exclusive sponsor of the Live Show webcast to be broadcast live twice daily from locations along the rally route. Kia will also provide all rally participants with coffee and breakfast service in the Mojave backcountry, one of the rally’s most remote overnight stops.

“That will be killer,” said Rebelle Rally founder Emily Miller. “At that point in the rally, the women are exhausted and the last thing they want to think about in that location is how to get a hot cup of coffee and a hot breakfast. Kia delivering that to them will be huge.”

On October 8 at 8 a.m. PDT, Roenigk and Howells will participate in a virtual pre-rally interview. Other interview opportunities are also planned. Details to follow in a separate announcement.

About the Telluriders

Alyssa Roenigk is a senior writer for ESPN and has committed countless acts of adventure in pursuit of a story. She has reported cover pieces for ESPN The Magazine, TV features for X Games and SportsCenter, and provided daily coverage at the Olympics, Grand Slams, Super Bowls, and the Women’s World Cup. She was part of the first U.S. team to win the Aïcha des Gazelle Rally in Morocco, and to-date, is the only American driver to win.

Sabrina Howells is a Los Angeles-based actor (Everybody Hates Chris, Kaleidoscope, Freddy’s Nightmares) and musician (Henry Henrietta). She has competed in four consecutive Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles in Morocco, including the Expert Class in 2015. She competed in the Rebelle Rally in 2016, taking 1st place in the crossover class, and again in 2017, placing second.

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 nearly 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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HITEC Recognizes the 100 Most Influential Hispanics in Technology

October 7, 2020

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CHICAGO, Oct. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC today announced the 100 most influential Hispanic leaders in technology for 2021 – the HITEC 100. Click here to view the full list of the HITEC 100.

For more than a decade, HITEC has highlighted the value that Hispanic leaders create in technology. This is part of the organization’s mission to celebrate and increase Hispanic representation, building stronger technology and executive leaders in the diversity-challenged technology industry.

“2020 has been a year of challenges and unimaginable global change. During these times, our leaders have worked to change the conversation, using technology to innovate and working to create meaningful impact,” said HITEC Chairman, Guillermo Diaz, Jr., CEO of Kloudspot.

“It is because of these leaders and innovators that businesses and families around the world have been able to stay connected, functioning and forging a path forward. It is an extremely proud moment for the Hispanic community and the tech industry to recognize and celebrate these leaders,” said Diaz.

Nominations for the HITEC 100 are solicited from HITEC members, partners and the general public. Awardees are evaluated on their accomplishments in the ever-changing global landscape of technology and for their mentoring and professional development activities.

“With each passing year, the HITEC 100 continues to strengthen in caliber and representation at the highest levels of the Hispanic talent in the technology industry. This year, HITEC received a record number of nominations, which shows the growth in visibility and impact that HITEC has in the community. We continue raising the bar in a more challenging selection process,” said HITEC Board Member and Chair of the Awards Committee, Juan Carlos Gutierrez, Head of Latam Solution Architecture and Customer Success, Amazon Web Services (AWS).

HITEC is the premier global executive leadership organization of senior business and technology executives. HITEC 100 awardees will be recognized virtually during the HITEC Awards Ceremony on December 8, 2020.

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