Toyota Motor North America Announces Executive Changes

August 17, 2020

Jack Hollis, current group vice president and general manager, Toyota Division, will be promoted to senior vice president of automotive operations, TMNA.

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced executive changes to its automotive operations.

Bill Fay, senior vice president of automotive operations, TMNA, is retiring after more than 38 years with the company, effective September 1, 2020. Fay has held key sales positions at four regional TMNA offices and senior-level roles at the company’s headquarters operations, including group vice president and general manager of the Toyota division, where he was responsible for sales administration, retail market development, customer satisfaction, call center operations and marketing for the Toyota Division. In his current role, Bill is responsible for all sales and marketing functions for Toyota and Lexus Divisions.

Jack Hollis, current group vice president and general manager, Toyota Division, will be promoted to senior vice president of automotive operations, TMNA, effective August 31, 2020. Hollis will be responsible for leading all sales, market representation, marketing and customer relations activities for Toyota and Lexus brands, and for Puerto Rico and Mexico. Hollis will report to Bob Carter, executive vice president of sales, TMNA.

“For nearly four decades, Bill has been an integral part of our automotive operations and helped propel both the Toyota and Lexus nameplates to world-class brands that are admired for their safety and quality,” said Carter. “We thank Bill for his leadership and countless contributions to our organization. Jack’s strong track record, deep understanding of our dealer network and passion for customers will be a great asset to both brands.”

Other executive changes to TMNA’s automotive operations include:

David Christ, current group vice president and general manager, Lexus Division, will replace Hollis as group vice president and general manager, Toyota Division. Christ will be responsible for leading all sales, marketing and market representation, plus all guest experience and retention activities for Toyota regional sales offices and distributors. Christ will report to Hollis.

Andrew Gilleland, current vice president of sales operations, Toyota Division, will be promoted to group vice president and general manager, Lexus Division. Gilleland will be responsible for all aspects of U.S. Lexus automotive operations, including sales, marketing, customer service and dealer operations. Gilleland will report to Hollis.

These new appointments are effective August 31, 2020.

About Toyota:

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. and North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands. During that time, Toyota has created a tremendous value chain as our teams have contributed to world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 40 million cars and trucks in North America, where we have 14 manufacturing plants, 15 including our joint venture in Alabama (10 in the U.S.), and directly employ more than 47,000 people (over 36,000 in the U.S.). Our 1,800 North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.) sold nearly 2.8 million cars and trucks (nearly 2.4 million in the U.S.) in 2019.

Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights the way it partners with community, civic, academic and governmental organizations to address our society’s most pressing mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move, anything is possible. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.

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David Christ, current group vice president and general manager, Lexus Division, will replace Hollis as group vice president and general manager, Toyota Division.

Andrew Gilleland, current vice president of sales operations, Toyota Division, will be promoted to group vice president and general manager, Lexus Division.

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HOLA! USA En Español launches August’s exclusive digital cover with journalist and host of Primer Impacto, Michelle Galván

August 17, 2020

NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HOLA! USA announced its second digital cover for the En Español Edition. This is part of the site’s ramp up process to adapt to the new digital generation, while continuing the brand’s 75+ year old tradition of delivering top, exclusive cover stories. The cover stars journalist and host of Primer Impacto (Univision), Michelle Galván.

“We have a legacy and a passion for communicating human interest stories. We are pleased to share Michelle Galván’s extraordinary story. Our inspiration for this cover is the beautiful energy that the Galván family transmits. The elegance, positivity, and empowerment as well as the beauty of Michelle’s motherhood, the relationship with her husband Fernando and the magnificence of Megan, who is absolutely perfect, are all incredible parts of this story,” said Nagidmy Marquez, Executive Editorial Director of HOLA! USA.

“We have a predominantly mobile audience, so the publication of digital covers is key for our readers. Michelle is part of a generation of stories and covers from the modern world, and HOLA! USA is the platform that fits this purpose best. Although our world is complex and presents many challenges, it is filled with hope through mothers, families, and great generations of women like Michelle, and now Megan,” continues Nagidmy.

HOLA! USA is the first Latinx focused brand to enact a full-on dual language strategy fusing culture and language. The brand has reached a record of 4.1 million users on ComScore with a YOY growth of 226% making it the #1 Hispanic entertainment site (non-network). Moving forward, monthly digital covers will be a part of its En Español edition and the English digital covers are scheduled to launch in the last quarter of 2020. All covers will be bilingual so celebrities and their Latinx readers can fully benefit from HOLA!’s cultural, cross generational legacy and exposure.

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About HOLA! USA

HOLA! USA is part of the ¡HOLA! & HELLO! global media powerhouse founded in 1944, which publishes 26 international editions in 10 languages throughout 120 countries. The brand’s mission is to entertain through stories ranging from the latest celebrity and royal news to trends in fashion, lifestyle, culture, and beauty, to exclusive events and interviews that celebrate the greatest moments in life. HOLA! USA is the number one Hispanic entertainment site in the U.S. (non-network) and together with its sister brand HELLO! US, one of the top 30 lifestyle publishers in the U.S.

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Honda Drivers Sweep Front Row for the Indianapolis 500

August 17, 2020

Marco Andretti is congratulated by fellow Honda driver Alexander Rossi after qualifying on the pole for the 104th Indianapolis 500

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In a thrilling “Fast Nine” final qualifying shootout for the coveted pole starting position, Marco Andretti edged fellow Honda driver Scott Dixon today by just 0.017 mph for the honor of leading the field to the green flag in next Sunday’s 104^th running of the Indianapolis 500.

Takuma Sato completed a front-row lockout for Honda, as the manufacturer swept the front row and claimed 11 of the top-12 starting positions for next weekend’s race. Ryan Hunter-Reay and James Hinchcliffe will start on the second row, fifth and sixth, respectively. The third row also is all Honda, with rookie Alex Palou starting seventh, followed by Graham Rahal and Alexander Rossi.

Four different Honda-powered teams are represented in the top nine, including Andretti Autosport (Andretti, Hunter-Reay, Hinchcliffe and Rossi); Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (Sato and Rahal); Chip Ganassi Racing (Dixon) and Dale Coyne Racing with Team Goh (Palou).

Andretti’s four-lap margin over second fastest Scott Dixon was the third closest in “500” history. Only 2012 (Ryan Briscoe over Honda’s James Hinchcliffe by 0.003 mph) and 1970 (Al Unser over Johnny Rutherford by 0.008 mph) were closer.

On Saturday, Honda drivers and teams also dominated first-round qualifying at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In addition to placing eight drivers into the Fast Nine shootout, Honda drivers fill out the fourth row of the starting grid with Colton Herta, Marcus Ericsson and Spencer Pigot. Felix Rosenqvist will start in the middle of the fifth row, 14^th; with Zach Veach in the middle of row six and Meyer Shank Racing’s Jack Harvey in the center of the seventh row. Santino Ferrucci will start to the inside of Harvey after qualifying 19^th ; while James Davison rounds out the 15-driver Honda field and will start 27^th.

Honda Racing social media content and videos from practice and qualifying from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is available on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HondaRacingHPD) and on Twitter at (https://twitter.com/HondaRacing_HPD). Produced by the CoForce Digital Media, YouTube video packages can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/HondaRacingHPDTV.

Next
The 104^th running of the Indianapolis 500 takes place on Sunday, August 23, with live television coverage on NBC starting with pre-race festivities at 1 p.m. EDT.

Quotes
Marco Andretti (Andretti Autosport Honda) Pole qualifier, his first Indianapolis 500 pole, 11^th Indy pole for Honda: “For me, I started feeling the wind on Lap 2, which meant it was going to be a long couple of laps! Laps 3 and 4 definitely were sort of sketchy. [On leading the field to the green flag to start next weekend’s Indianapolis 500] It’s the best seat in the house! Clean air is always good here. Speed’s always good here and man, horsepower’s so cool, isn’t it? Makes everything so much easier. Honda did an unbelievable job, and our team rolled off so fast [from the first of practice]. I’m just so excited!”

Scott Dixon (Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Qualified in the middle of the front row, second: “Massive thank you to Honda and HPD, they’ve done a tremendous job. We know they’ve worked very hard for the race as well. I feel like we didn’t leave much on the table, we could’ve also gotten the car a little more neutral, it was pretty ‘understeery’ right from the get-go. But it is what it is, [Fast Nine qualifying] is tough, especially with the wind conditions today. That’s what makes it so exciting, it was extremely close [for the pole] right there at the end and unfortunately, we came up a little bit short. But I’m extremely happy for Marco [Andretti]. He’s a great person and a really good racer. We just have to try to beat them [in the race] next weekend.”

Takuma Sato (Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Honda) Qualified on the outside of the front row, third: “First, big congrats to Marco [Andretti] and Andretti Autosport, they did a fantastic job [winning the pole]. Starting on the front row is a big accomplishment for us. Everyone at Rahal Letterman Lanningan Racing worked hard over the off season to improve our performance here and the results showed today. Honda, great, great work from them, just a tremendous job from them and the team. Now we shift to preparing for the race. We have another practice this afternoon that will be extremely important; also ‘Carb Day’ [final practice on Friday]. We believe we have a strong car in race trim, we’re so already looking forward to the race on Sunday.”

Ted Klaus (President, Honda Performance Development) on today’s Indianapolis 500 pole and front-row sweep for Honda: “This has been a great weekend for Honda, and we’re thrilled to have the pole, and an all-Honda front row. Everyone at HPD and our partner teams can take pride in the accomplishments this weekend. We all know that the race is going to be a battle. You’ll see tire degradation and pit strategy and fuel-saving strategy all play out just like it’s played out in years past. That’s why the race will be fascinating and fun to watch. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that I don’t do anything to piss off the racing gods so that we can have one of our teams bring it home into Victory Circle next Sunday.”

Indianapolis 500 Starting Lineup

Circuit:	Indianapolis Motor Speedway (2.5-mile oval), Indianapolis, IN
2019 Winner:	Simon Pagenaud (Team Penske) 175.794 mph average
Weather:	Mostly sunny, warm, windy, 82 degrees F

104^thIndianapolis 500 Qualifying Results:

Ps.	Driver	Team	Manufacturer	Avg. Speed	Notes
1.	Marco Andretti	Andretti Herta Autosport	Honda	231.068	Fast Nine final qualifier
2.	Scott Dixon	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	231.051	Fast Nine final qualifier
3.	Takuma Sato	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	230.725	Fast Nine final qualifier

4.	Rinus VeeKay-R	Ed Carpenter Racing	Chevrolet	230.704	Fast Nine final qualifier
5.	Ryan Hunter-Reay	Andretti Autosport	Honda	230.648	Fast Nine final qualifier
4.	James Hinchcliffe	Andretti Autosport	Honda	229.870	Fast Nine final qualifier

7.	Alex Palou-R	DCR with Team Goh	Honda	229.676	Fast Nine final qualifier
8.	Graham Rahal	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	229.380	Fast Nine final qualifier
9.	Alexander Rossi	Andretti Autosport	Honda	229.234	Fast Nine final qualifier

10.	Colton Herta	Andretti Harding Autosport	Honda	230.775
11.	Marcus Ericsson	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	230.763
12.	Spencer Pigot	RLL with Citrone/Buhl Autosport	Honda	230.539

13.	Josef Newgarden	Team Penske	Chevrolet	230.296
14.	Felix Rosenqvist	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	230.254
15.	Pato O’Ward-R	Arrow McLaren SP	Chevrolet	230.213

16.	Ed Carpenter	Ed Carpenter Racing	Chevrolet	230.211
17.	Zach Veach	Andretti Autosport	Honda	229.961
18.	Conor Daly	Ed Carpenter Racing	Chevrolet	229.955

19.	Santino Ferrucci	DCR with Vasser-Sullivan	Honda	229.924
20.	Jack Harvey	Meyer Shank Racing	Honda	229.861
21.	Oliver Askew-R	Arrow McLaren SP	Chevrolet	229.760

22.	Will Power	Team Penske	Chevrolet	229.701
23.	Tony Kanaan	A.J. Foyt Enterprises	Chevrolet	229.154
24.	Dalton Kellett-R	A.J. Foyt Enterprises	Chevrolet	228.880

25.	Simon Pagenaud	Team Penske	Chevrolet	228.836
26.	Fernando Alonso	Arrow McLaren SP	Chevrolet	228.768
27.	James Davison	DCR with Ware/Byrd/Belardi	Honda	228.747

28.	Helio Castroneves	Team Penske	Chevrolet	228.373
29.	Charlie Kimball	A.J. Foyt Enterprises	Chevrolet	227.758
30.	Sage Karam	Dreyer & Reinbold Racing	Chevrolet	227.099

31.	JR Hildebrand	Dreyer & Reinbold Racing	Chevrolet	226.341
32.	Max Chilton	Carlin Racing	Chevrolet	225.819
33.	Ben Hanley	Dragon Speed Racing	Chevrolet	220.946

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Colgate-Palmolive Launches hum by Colgate: The New Smart Electric Toothbrush that Guides Users to Brush Better and Get In Sync with Their Smile

August 17, 2020

NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Colgate announced the launch of hum by Colgate, the new smart electric toothbrush that guides consumers to brush better and to build healthier habits without sacrificing fun for functionality. While most people miss 40 percent of their teeth when they brush, hum by Colgate can help consumers achieve 50 percent better brushing efficacy*. The product has smart sensors that make it simple to track the frequency, duration and coverage of a consumer’s unique brushing style, and provide personalized guidance helping people target spots that need extra attention.

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“hum by Colgate was designed with the consumer in mind to create a more accessible smart electric toothbrush to help more people brush better,” said Vice President, Marketing North America Bill van de Graaf. “hum also meets the consumer demand for a lightweight and sleek toothbrush that delivers a powerful clean. For consumers, good habits are key to staying happy and healthy, and they prefer brands that help them build those habits in easy and fun ways.”

hum’s strong connected technology is user-friendly, built to fit into people’s busy lives to help them brush their best. User-friendly technology features include offline brushing that allows the toothbrush to store data for 10 days, so users don’t always have to have their smartphone at the sink with them while they’re brushing, or be logged into the app in order to benefit from a better understanding of their unique brushing habits. In addition, integration with the Apple® Health app saves data for ease of use and makes it easier for consumers to improve their oral health habits as part of their overall health and wellness routine.

“I love how hum by Colgate offers personalized guided brushing programs, so it feels like you have your own dentist coaching you through brushing techniques every morning and night,” said Dr. Lewis Chen, Managing Partner and Dentist. “Colgate is a brand I trust will give my patients healthy, clean smiles every day. Being able to track and adapt your brushing style is an enormous benefit to help achieve better oral hygiene.”

hum by Colgate is also making brushing a little more fun. To reward the users’ brushing routine, they can easily earn smile points on the hum by Colgate® app that can be used to purchase any product in the in-app shop – including hum refill brush heads and offerings from partner brands, to create a full circle wellness experience for consumers. The smile points give users extra encouragement to keep brushing at their best.

hum by Colgate is available as a rechargeable toothbrush starting at (MSRP: $69.99), or a battery-powered option starting at (MSRP: $49.99) and comes in three stylish colors (blue, teal and purple) to brighten the bathroom sink. Now available online at Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, Walmart.com and other select retailers starting September 2020. Visit hum.colgate.com for more information, or #GetHumming on Instagram and Facebook.

About Colgate-Palmolive
About Colgate-Palmolive: Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. With more than 34,000 people and its products sold in over 200 countries and territories, Colgate is known for household names such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Hello, Sorriso, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Filorga, EltaMD, PCA Skin, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. The Company is also recognized for its leadership and innovation in promoting environmental sustainability and community wellbeing, including its achievements in saving water, reducing waste, promoting recyclability and improving the oral health of children through its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which has reached more than one billion children since 1991. For more information about Colgate’s global business and how the Company is building a future to smile about, visit https://www.colgatepalmolive.com.

About Dr. Lewis Chen
Dr. Lewis Chen currently practices as a clinician in his offices where he focuses on both preventive and restorative dentistry, which includes cosmetics, implants, and full-mouth rehabilitation. In addition, he serves as an Instructor in Clinical Dental Medicine at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, his alma mater. Dr. Chen is an inducted member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society and a recipient of multiple dental excellence awards, most notably, the Appel Scholarship for Most Outstanding Graduate (Columbia University College of Dental Medicine), the New York Academy of Dentistry Exemplary Professional Conduct Award, and the Outstanding General Practitioner Award from the Academy of General Dentistry. In addition to his clinical days, he is the Co-Founder of Beam St. and acts as a Managing Partner for Finesse Dental Partners and Advanced Dental Group.

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Domino’s® to Hire 20,000 New Team Members to Help Busy Stores Feed Hungry Families Nationwide

August 17, 2020

Domino’s corporate and franchise stores are looking to fill more than 20,000 positions, including delivery experts, pizza makers, customer service representatives, managers, and assistant managers.

Corporate and franchise stores have part-time and full-time opportunities available

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Domino’s Pizza Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, and its franchisees are committed to providing delicious, hot, and safe food to families in local communities across the U.S. To continue providing great customer service, Domino’s corporate and franchise stores are looking to fill more than 20,000 positions, including delivery experts, pizza makers, customer service representatives, managers, and assistant managers. In addition, supply chain centers across the U.S. are actively hiring production and warehouse team members, as well as CDL drivers.

“It’s a privilege to be able to feed families across the country and provide them with a small sense of normalcy during this pandemic,” said Tom Curtis, Domino’s executive vice president of operations and support. “The health and safety of the brand’s customers and store team members is our top priority, and because of that, Domino’s is continuing to offer contactless delivery and carryout, as well as Domino’s Carside Delivery^™.”

Domino’s stores across the U.S. have also implemented several cleanliness, sanitization and contactless service precautions based on advice from federal, state, and local health and safety officials. They include wearing masks, the use of a pizza pedestal for contactless pizza deliveries, closing all in-store seating options and increasing the frequency of sanitation of all regularly touched surfaces.

As new stores continue to be built and existing stores remain busy nationwide, the need to find great team members remains a priority for store managers in corporate and franchise stores nationwide. What starts out as a part-time job could also become a career, as more than 95% of Domino’s U.S. franchise owners began their career as part-time team members.

“We realize that these are tough times, and not only do we want to maintain strong service levels, but we also want to provide opportunities to those who have lost their jobs or are facing reduced hours,” Curtis said. “Domino’s stores offer flexible work options, which include part-time and full-time opportunities. If you’re looking for a steady income and want to be a part of a great team, we encourage you to apply.”

To apply or learn more, visit jobs.dominos.com. For more information about what Domino’s is doing regarding COVID-19, please visit biz.dominos.com/web/media/covid-19.

About Domino’s Pizza^®

Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world based on retail sales, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout pizza. It ranks among the world’s top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 17,100 stores in over 90 markets. Domino’s had global retail sales of over $14.3 billion in 2019, with over $7.0 billion in the U.S. and nearly $7.3 billion internationally. In the second quarter of 2020, Domino’s had global retail sales of over $3.4 billion, with over $1.9 billion in the U.S. and over $1.5 billion internationally. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 98% of Domino’s stores as of the end of the second quarter of 2020. Emphasis on technology innovation helped Domino’s achieve more than half of all global retail sales in 2019 from digital channels, primarily online ordering and mobile applications. In the U.S., Domino’s generates over 65% of sales via digital channels and has developed several innovative ordering platforms, including those developed for Google Home, Facebook Messenger, Apple Watch, Amazon Echo and Twitter – as well as Domino’s Hotspots^®, an ordering platform featuring over 200,000 unique, non-traditional delivery locations. In June 2019, through an announced partnership with Nuro, Domino’s furthered its exploration and testing of autonomous pizza delivery. In late 2019, Domino’s opened the Domino’s Innovation Garage adjacent to its headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan to fuel continued technology and operational innovation – while also launching its GPS technology, allowing customers to follow the progress of the delivery driver from store to doorstep. In mid-2020, Domino’s launched a brand-new way to order contactless carryout nationwide via Domino’s Carside Delivery^™, which customers can choose when placing a prepaid online order.

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New Getty Images research shows that 8 in 10 people expect companies to be consistently committed to inclusivity and diversity in their advertising

August 17, 2020

Pioneer of visual trend methodology, Getty Images reveals new insights from its second global survey, with over 5,000 consumers across 26 countries and in 13 languages surveyed

NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Nearly 80% of people globally have said it isn’t enough to have people of various ethnicities, backgrounds, and appearances in advertising but that they expect companies to do a better job at capturing people’s true lifestyles and cultures, according to new research by Getty Images. The findings have been revealed in a second wave of research for Visual GPS, completed in conjunction with global market research firm YouGov.

The Visual GPS Summer Update also reveals that 63% of people prefer to buy brands that are founded by or represent people like themselves. These results hold steady across generations and gender, with only modest differences across global regions.

“Visual GPS shows that amid the COVID-19 pandemic and despite massive changes in people’s lives, the demand for more diversity in visual communications has only increased,” said Dr Rebecca Swift, Global Head of Creative Insights at Getty Images.

The company reports similar findings in its global customer search data:

Searches have increased year over year for ‘diversity’ (up 133%), ‘culture’ (up 115%), ‘real people’ (up 115%) and ‘inclusion’ (up 126%).
From May to June alone customer searches for diverse images increased by 200% and searches for images around unity and equality increased by 500%, trends that are believed to be intensified due to anti-racism protests.

This second wave of Visual GPS findings around representation is the latest effort by Getty Images to address underrepresentation and misrepresentation of different groups in visual communications. The company has spent over a decade working to break down stereotypes and create more authentic content which it has done through commercial imagery collections including Muslimgirl.com, Nosotros, The Disability Collection and Project ShowUs.

Findings around Bias and Discrimination:

62% of people feel they have been discriminated against, with this more common among Gen Z relative to other generations, among women relative to men, and by consumers in the Americas, relative to Europe and APAC.
57% of respondents in North America say they experience discrimination based on the color of their skin, compared to Europe and APAC.
53% of respondents in North America also see discrimination as being based in people making assumptions about their background, more so than any other region.
In Europe, more than half (56%) of people who feel discriminated against feel so because of assumptions being made about their nationality or country of origin.
Of people who feel they have been discriminated against, only 14% say they are well-represented in advertising and 15% in business communications.

To partner the new report, Getty Images has released an Inclusive Visual Search Guide designed to assist brands and businesses in making intentional content choices which drive authentic and inclusive representation in visual communications. To download the guide, please go to http://view.ceros.com/getty-images-services/search-guide-1-1/p/1.

For more information on Visual GPS, visit www.visualGPS.com.

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MoneyGram Reports Record 207% July Year-Over-Year Cross-Border Transaction Growth in its Direct-to-Consumer Digital Business MoneyGram Online

August 13, 2020

DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today reported record 207% July year-over-year cross-border digital transaction growth for MoneyGram Online, its direct-to-consumer digital business. This channel was the key driver of overall digital transaction growth of 124% that enabled 17% total money transfer transaction growth in July, an acceleration from 10% year-over-year money transfer transaction growth in June.

“Even in these challenging times, we delivered record digital transaction growth in July that accelerated to 124%,” said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and CEO. “After reporting a strong June where the Company returned to year-over-year global revenue growth, we’ve continued to see the underlying momentum in our business strengthen as our customer-centric digital transformation drives extremely strong results.”

Overall year-over-year July digital transaction growth of 124% and digital revenue growth of 109% was driven by the following components:

MoneyGram Online, the Company’s direct-to-consumer channel, delivered 126% year-over-year transaction growth in July, led by cross-border transaction growth of 207% as strong adoption of the MoneyGram app continues to grow in markets around the world;
Digital partnerships delivered 101% year-over-year transaction growth in July, an acceleration from 97% year-over-year transaction growth in the second quarter
Account deposit and mobile wallet transactions increased 165% in July, which is an acceleration from the second quarter where the Company reported 148% year-over-year transaction growth. Growth has been driven by markets such as India where sends to bank accounts increased more than 320% compared to the prior year.

“Led by the industry’s best mobile app and leading partnership platform, our digital business is generating tremendous value for customers and shareholders alike,” said Kamila Chytil, Chief Operating Officer and leader of the company’s digital business. “Our growing customer base of millions of users is an incredible growth engine for the company, and we remain focused on further accelerating this strong digital growth.”

About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram is a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers. Its consumer-centric capabilities enable family and friends to quickly and affordably send money in more than 200 countries and territories, with more than 70 countries now digitally enabled.

MoneyGram leverages its modern, mobile, and API-driven platform and collaborates with the world’s leading brands to serve millions of people each year through both its walk-in business and its direct-to-consumer digital business.

With a strong culture of innovation and a relentless focus on utilizing technology to deliver the world’s best customer experience, MoneyGram is leading the evolution of digital P2P payments.

For more information, please visit moneygram.com and follow @MoneyGram.

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WorldRemit Becomes the First Money Transfer Company to Partner with albo and Klar

August 13, 2020

MEXICO CITY, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — WorldRemit, a leading international payments company has entered into partnerships with two of Mexico’s fastest growing neobanks, albo and Klar.

“We are excited to launch these services to give people more remittance options to support their loved ones,” said Jorge Godinez, Head of LATAM at WorldRemit. “We are the first money transfer company to enable transfers to albo and Klar, which share our values of promoting financial inclusion through widening access to international payment services. This is another option for customers who prefer a cashless experience from beginning to end.”

Consumers in Mexico seem to be very receptive to fintechs and new banking options are becoming part of the solution for financial inclusion. The Mexican government aims to reduce cash flow circulation and bring people to the formal economy. This is a challenge given 63% of the population is underbanked, according to a World Bank report*. For those without banking access, the relationship between WorldRemit, albo and Klar offers an alternative solution.

“We are committed to promoting financial inclusion and helping Mexicans to enjoy the benefits of digital technology. Partnering with WorldRemit will benefit our customers by providing them with more transfer options to support their families and friends”, said Fernando Abad Torres, Partnerships Manager at albo.

“We are delighted about the alliance with WorldRemit since it will allow our users in Klar to receive remittances from over 50 countries around the world”, commented Rafael Sainz, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Klar.

Among other benefits of albo and Klar are the fast account opening process, utility bill payments and no minimum balances.

The pioneering fintech company headquartered in London is the only money transfer company to provide these services in Mexico. Customers can simply download the WorldRemit app or sign up online to create a free account and start making transfers to family and friends back home.

WorldRemit
WorldRemit is a leading international payments company. We disrupted an industry previously dominated by offline legacy players by taking international money transfers online – making them safer, faster and lower-cost. We currently send from 50 to 150 countries, operate in 6,500 money transfer corridors worldwide and employ over 1,100 people worldwide.

On the sending side WorldRemit is 100% digital (cashless), increasing convenience and enhancing security. For those receiving money, the company offers a wide range of options including bank deposit, cash collection, mobile airtime top-up and mobile money.

Backed by Accel, TCV and Leapfrog – WorldRemit’s headquarters are in London, UK with a global presence including in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Japan, Singapore, the Philippines, Australia and New Zealand.

For more information visit www.worldremit.com

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Solis Health Plans Teams Up With The Miami Marlins For 2020 MLB Season

August 13, 2020

MIAMI, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Solis Health Plans (Solis) today announced a partnership with Major League Baseball’s Miami Marlins, winners of two World Series championships. As part of the partnership agreement, the season’s radio broadcasts will be sponsored by Solis and signage on the outfield wall at Marlins Park for the duration of the season, beginning with tomorrow’s first home game versus the Atlanta Braves. The signage features the company’s logo and slogan: “Local Makes a Difference.”

“Our entire executive team, myself included, were raised in Miami,” said Solis CEO Daniel Hernandez. “We have followed the Marlins’ journey as fans since the team’s inception in the ’90s. Despite any limitations of this particular MLB season, we look forward to a long-standing relationship with this world-class organization.”

The current partnership agreement looks to build upon previous initiatives that featured actor and Solis spokesperson Andy Garcia, and a shared passion for making a difference in South Florida. This was a significant factor in confirming the partnership as Solis has put a focus on helping the community weather the coronavirus pandemic by opening COVID-19 testing sites throughout the state, holding food distributions, and supporting the community with deliveries, supplies, and other relief efforts.

“The Miami Marlins organization is committed to be the local community’s team, and we are proud to team with Solis Health Plans, who shares our commitment to South Florida and believes in our efforts on and off the field,” said David Oxfeld, Marlins Head of Partnership Development and Strategy. “We envision a long and impactful partnership as both organizations continue on their successful trajectories.”

About Solis Health Plans
Solis Health Plans is a community-focused Florida Medicare Advantage health plan that delivers outstanding member experience and exceptional service to its members, providers, and brokers and offers competitive plans with expanded benefits in multiple counties. The company is locally based and self-identifies as the Un-Corporate Plan: personal as opposed to bureaucratic, innovative instead of risk-averse, and accountable rather than ambiguous. Solis Health Plans is committed to exceeding expectations and to being the plan of choice for the communities served, with the goal of achieving better healthcare outcomes.

For more information on Solis Health Plans, please visit www.solishealthplans.com.

Solis Health Plans is an HMO with a Medicare contract and a contract with the Florida Medicaid Program. Enrollment in Solis Health Plans depends on contract renewal.

About Miami Marlins
The Miami Marlins are Miami’s Major League Baseball franchise. Debuting in 1993, the organization has won two World Championships – in 1997 and 2003 – one of just five teams to win multiple titles during the team’s existence. The Marlins play their home games in Marlins Park, located in the heart of Little Havana. The state-of-the-art retractable roof ballpark opened in 2012 and is a first-class entertainment destination beyond baseball.

Media Contacts for Solis Health Plans:
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Patricia Beitler / Abbi Sierra
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305-735-9845

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CVS Health to Hire Hundreds of New Jobs Across Arizona

August 13, 2020

WOONSOCKET, Rhode Island, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In anticipation of the increased demand for influenza vaccinations and the likely ongoing presence of COVID-19 this fall, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today the hiring of approximately 300 new jobs throughout Arizona over the coming months.

The new roles are seasonal and for part-time and full-time licensed pharmacy technicians at CVS Pharmacy locations. The positions will be filled as soon as possible. Some seasonal employees will have the opportunity to apply for or be promoted into permanent roles with the company.

Working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, pharmacy technicians process prescriptions, dispense medications, provide information to customers or health professionals and perform administrative tasks. They also are vital to administering the COVID-19 test at CVS Pharmacy’s 93 drive-thru testing sites across Arizona to help curb the spread of the virus and expand access to care, particularly in underserved neighborhoods.

“Additional team members typically are needed every fall flu season,” said Tobin Zdarko, Region Director, CVS Pharmacy. “However, we are estimating a much greater need for pharmacy technicians this year given the anticipated rise in demand for flu shots and other immunizations, along with the continued presence of COVID-19 in the community. These jobs offer Arizona residents a rewarding career opportunity, with flexible hours, advancement potential and a supportive environment while helping people on their path to better health.”

The influx of new jobs comes at a time of record-high unemployment rates across Arizona and nationwide due to the coronavirus.

“This expansion by CVS Health is an important addition to the state’s health care community and will further strengthen efforts to keep Arizonans safe and healthy,” said Governor Doug Ducey. “We thank CVS Health for its ongoing commitment to our state, and for investing in hundreds of jobs in Arizona.”

To be hired, applicants must have obtained at least a technician in training license. This certification is valid for up to three years, by which time the trainee is required to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam to remain a technician.

Interested job seekers can go to cvs.jobs to apply.

Information on steps CVS Health has taken to address the COVID-19 pandemic, including support for health care providers and clinicians facing financial and administrative strain, is available at the company’s frequently updated COVID-19 resource center.

About CVS Health
CVS Health employees are united around a common goal of becoming the most consumer-centric health company. We’re evolving based on changing consumer needs and meeting people where they are, whether that’s in the community at one of our nearly 10,000 local touchpoints, in the home, or in the palm of their hand. Our newest offerings – from HealthHUB® locations that are redefining what a pharmacy can be, to innovative programs that help manage chronic conditions – are designed to create a higher-quality, simpler and more affordable experience. Learn more about how we’re transforming health at www.cvshealth.com.

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Monica Prinzing, (831) 241-8294
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