2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Delivers Premium Driving Experience, with Excellent Driving Range and Fuel Economy Ratings

January 16, 2020

The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid begins arriving at dealerships tomorrow with an award-winning combination of an excellent electric-only range2, interior space and comfort, and unmatched driving refinement in its class.

TORRANCE, California, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid begins arriving at dealerships tomorrow with an award-winning combination of an excellent electric-only range², interior space and comfort, and unmatched driving refinement in its class. With a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $33,400¹, the 2020 Clarity PHEV carries forward all the elements that have made it a fixture among Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buys award winners since its introduction three years ago. New for the 2020 model year is an updated Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS) that functions whenever the car is operating at low speeds on electric power only (unless in Park), enhancing awareness for pedestrians, bicyclists and other road users.

The 2020 Clarity PHEV received a 47 miles of all-electric driving range rating with a full charge and an EPA fuel economy rating of 110 MPGe². For longer trips, the hyper-efficient 1.5-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder gasoline engine engages to generate electricity for the electric motor and, under certain conditions, to act as a direct power source. When using the gasoline engine, Clarity received 44/40/42 MPG EPA fuel economy ratings (city/highway/combined), and a 340-mile EPA total driving range rating². Drivers can select between Normal, Econ and Sport to customize their driving experience to maximize efficiency or performance, while a special HV mode that maintains the battery’s state of charge can be used in all modes.

Clarity PHEV’s drive motor produces 181-horsepower and 232 lb.-ft. of torque, drawing power from electricity generated by the gasoline engine and from a 17-kilowatt hour (kWh) battery pack with a recharge time of just 2.5 hours at 240 volts. Total system output of the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid’s two-motor hybrid powertrain is 212 horsepower.

2020 Clarity PHEV Pricing and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings

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MSRP

MSRP Including $955 Destination Charges¹

EPA Fuel Economy Ratings

(city / highway / combined)²

Clarity PHEV

$33,400

$34,355

44/40/42

Clarity PHEV Touring

$36,600

$37,555

44/40/42

Clarity PHEV comes standard with a Display Audio system with an 8-inch touchscreen that includes Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™ integration, pushbutton smart and keyless entry, heated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, and the Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies. Clarity Touring adds perforated leather seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, navigation with charging infrastructure information, an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with 2-position memory, and Ultrasude^® interior trim. Clarity PHEV qualifies for a federal tax rebate of up to $7,500 and various state rebates, including $1,000 in California where it’s also eligible for single-occupant HOV access.

About Honda

Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Insight, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for more than 35 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2019, more than 90 percent of all Honda brand vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

For More Information
Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of all 2019 Honda models is available at hondanews.com. Consumer information is available at automobiles.honda.com. To join the Honda community on Facebook, visit facebook.com/honda.

¹ MSRP excludes $955 destination charge, tax, license, registration and options. Dealer prices may vary.
² Based on 2020 EPA ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual driving range and mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery package condition and other factors.

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ATAX Franchise, Ranked A Top Franchise In Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive 41st Annual Franchise 500®

January 16, 2020

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NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ATAX Franchise recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Placement in the Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry making it one of the company’s most competitive rankings ever. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the Franchise 500® ranks ATAX as #439 for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

ATAX is the 4^th ranked Tax Services franchise in the Franchise 500® and is poised for growth. Over the past two years, ATAX has also shown to be the fastest growing franchise in its industry. “This ranking is a launch pad for the exciting expansion plans we have for ATAX,” according to Arthur Garcia, President of ATAX. “We are committed to exponential growth over the next 10 years to be the tax and accounting solution for the Latino market throughout the United States.”

The key factors that go into the evaluation include costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500^® in ranking order.

Over its 41 years in existence, the Franchise 500® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees. ATAX’s position on the ranking is a testament to its strength as a franchise opportunity.

To view ATAX in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500.

About ATAX
Founded by Rafael Alvarez in 1986 his mission was to offer tax preparation services to the Washington Heights, NY community. After starting with $200, 2 computers and a fax machine the company became one of the largest tax preparation providers in New York. In 2007, Mr. Alvarez launched ATAX Franchise Inc., and began expanding along the East Coast of the US. The company sees the opportunity to create a place where our customers can get access to a number of services by trusted advisors and in the language they feel comfortable speaking. Visit us at www.ataxfranchise.com

Contact:
Rafael Alvarez
ATAX
[email protected]
914-920-5060

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Pepsi® Partners With Telemundo’s “La Voz” To Celebrate Hispanic Culture And Next Big Musical Superstar

January 16, 2020

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PURCHASE, New York, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Pepsi announced an integration with Telemundo’s highly-anticipated second season of “La Voz,” the Spanish-language edition of NBC’s award-winning hit series, “The Voice.” As the show’s first-ever beverage sponsor and prizing partner, Pepsi will take the season two stage by storm, unapologetically celebrating Latin music and the talented phenoms giving everything to become the next big musical superstar. Pepsi will level up the season two “La Voz” prize, bringing the original $100k grand prize up to an epic $200K.

The integration will span the blind auditions, battle rounds and live performances. It will feature cups branded with Pepsi in the coaches’ chairs and include Pepsi branding across a number of touchpoints: multi-screen presence throughout the season, in-show and out-of-show custom activations on linear and social and prominent thematic storylines woven throughout the season.

“Pepsi is passionate about elevating the diverse and exciting voices within the Hispanic community, and our new integration with ‘La Voz’ is the perfect platform to do that; by unapologetically celebrating and empowering the rising talents that are putting their hard work and passion out there for the world to see,” said Esperanza Teasdale, VP & General Manager, PepsiCo’s Hispanic Business Unit Marketing. “The partnership, which taps into the Pepsi brand’s rich heritage in music and entertainment, allows us to celebrate Hispanic culture and passion points and support the next generation of talented musicians who aren’t afraid to live life their way and chase their musical dreams.”

The integration will also bring to life and feature the newest U.S. Pepsi campaign tagline, “That’s What I Like” (“Es Lo Que Quiero”). Launched earlier this month, the new tagline is the brand’s first in two decades and is inspired by the most loyal Pepsi drinkers, who proudly like what they like and live their lives out loud without worrying about what others will think – whether that’s belting out a song at karaoke, clapping at the end of a movie, or simply enjoying a Pepsi. Pepsi unveiled five new national commercials to launch the new tagline, three of which were developed in partnership with the Pepsi brand’s Hispanic agency, Alma (“DJ BBQ,” “Subway,” and “Lavandería). The new ads spotlight various everyday people getting lost in a moment and finding themselves dancing in unexpected places or situations, despite the amused gaze of onlookers. Each spot is underpinned by a variety of upbeat music spanning hip-hop, dance hall, Latin pop tracks and more. The spots will air across English and Spanish-speaking properties to reach the brand’s ever-growing fusionista fans, Latinos celebrating and blending their Hispanic and U.S. cultures.

The premiere episode of season two of “La Voz” is set to air on Sunday, January 19th at 9pmET/8pmCT. Fans can get the latest scoop on the singing competition on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat via @Telemundo and @LaVozUS. For more information, fans can follow Pepsi on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter (@Pepsi).

About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $64 billion in net revenue in 2018, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker and Tropicana. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 22 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose. “Winning with Purpose” reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose into all aspects of the business. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.

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HITEC Announces Three New Board Members

January 16, 2020

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CHICAGO, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC announces new board members effective January 2020. HITEC is a premier global executive leadership organization of Hispanic senior business and technology executives who have built outstanding careers in technology.

Joining the board are:

Nellie Borrero, Managing Director, Senior Global Inclusion Diversity Lead and Market Client Practice Lead, Accenture
Alvaro Celis, Vice President, World Wide Device Sales, Microsoft
Maria Lensing, Vice President, Healthcare Solutions, AT&T Business, AT&T Communications, LLC

The HITEC Board of Directors drives the organization’s strategic initiatives and is comprised of top leaders from diverse companies and industries. Since its inception, the HITEC Board of Directors has shaped the organization’s initiatives and overall mission to create a dynamic community of Hispanic technology leaders across the country.

“I look forward to working with our board, our team, and our partners to help grow HITEC’s impact and influence,” said Nellie Borrero. “I’m excited to be part of an organization whose mission is to close the gap of Hispanic representation in leadership roles in the technology industry,” said Borrero.

“Being part of HITEC has been an incredible source of inspiration and an amazing platform for me to give back and make a difference. It is an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to partner across HITEC’s board of directors and increase impact through the pursuit of our mission,” said Alvaro Celis.

“We’re changing the conversation. We now have 50% men and 50% women on the HITEC Board,” said Guillermo Diaz, Jr., HITEC Chairman. “I look forward to working with our new board and our corporate partners to help grow HITEC’s impact and influence,” said Diaz.

HITEC remains committed to being the leading organization for Hispanics in technology and innovation and to helping build the next generation of Hispanic technology executives.

“I believe 2020 will be a phenomenal year for HITEC and I’m excited about all of the things we will accomplish together with the addition of our new board members,” said HITEC President, Omar Duque. Having them on the Board offers us the opportunity for new insight and guidance on how to best further our mission to inspire, grow and connect the next generation of Hispanic technology executives and leaders,” said Duque.

At the end of 2019, three HITEC board members concluded their board service. Thaddeus Arroyo, 2019 HITEC Hall of Fame Inductee and Chief Executive Officer – AT&T Consumer, AT&T Communications, LLC, Tony Diaz, Managing Director, Accenture, and Andy Erlandson, General Manager, Microsoft have served with distinction and we’re grateful for their service and contributions.

About HITEC

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Jorge Pacheco’s new book Revolución, a harrowing retelling of the revolution that tore apart El Salvador and exiled its citizens

January 16, 2020

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Revolución was created by Jorge Pacheco. Jorge Pacheco is an author who works as a tailor in the department of Sonsonate, El Salvador. After moving to the United States in 1990, he worked as a maker of charro and mariachi costumes. He now works as a handyman. He is also a scriptwriter and poet.

Jorge Pacheco said this about his book: “This is only an experience of more than five million that could be counted on the revolution in the small country of El Salvador, Central America, because each of its inhabitants has its own history. There were more than twelve years of declared war without counting; a few more kidnappings of businessmen, politicians, and upper-class people; a town that had to get used to vandalism (burning buses, demolitions of power towers, water cuts for several days, not counting the assassination of Bishop Romero, etc.).

Murders by the ‘death squads’ and a long list of events mostly affected, as always, the working class.

The revolution in El Salvador was full of sacrifices and more for children and the elderly. It was unbearable to see how many children were mutilated by land mines and people who were taken from their homes at night accused of belonging to some guerrilla side without even an investigate, and then they appeared lying on the streets like dogs with a shot in the head. Hundreds disappeared; and to top it off, the earthquake of October 10, 1986, happened.

More than twelve years of terror, anguish, and suffering we had to live. For many, there was no other option but to leave the country.”

Published by Page Publishing, Jorge Pacheco’s new book Revolución will reveal the frailty of people in war-torn places as they toil to survive and make sacrifices for the sake of their loved ones and their country’s liberation.

Consumers who wish to witness the stirring real-life circumstances of a nation gripped by conflict and dissent can purchase Revolución 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 New York–based 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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Enilda Acevedo Fernández’s New Book Poemas Y Recuerdos De Amor, Is An Enriching Tome Of Poems That Reflect The Soulfulness Of The Human Heart

January 16, 2020

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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Poemas y Recuerdos de Amor was created by Enilda Acevedo Fernández. Enilda is an author who admires sincerity and hates hypocrisy. She was raised in the town of Rincon before traveling to Philadelphia with her family, where she still resides.

Enilda said this about her book: “I am not a painter or sculptor, but my words show my heart, my soul and my eyes. Poems and Memories of Love is a collection of the results of the mysterious direction of my mind and my heart.”

Published by Page Publishing, Enilda Acevedo Fernández’s new book Poemas y Recuerdos de Amor will bless readers with heartwarming words that mirror the grace of life and the dexterity of the human mind and heart in love and faith.

Consumers who wish to feel warmth and compassion through insightful poetry can purchase Poemas y Recuerdos de Amor 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 New York–based 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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Atreseries Internacional premieres ‘The Refugees’, the first co-production with the BBC in Spain

January 15, 2020

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Natalia Tena, the actor of ‘Game of Thrones’ and the ‘Black Mirror’ Christmas Special, heads an international cast

From the creators of ‘Velvet’ and ‘Under Suspicion’, the series revolves around the exodus of 3 billion people who, fleeing an impending catastrophe, travel from the future to the present

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MADRID, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Starting January 20, ‘The Refugees’ (8×50′), the first Spanish series co-produced with the BBC, will air for the first time on Atreseries Internacional. It is a dramatic thriller with a futuristic premise in which nature plays a starring role.

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From the creators of ‘Velvet’ and ‘Under Suspicion’, the ATRESMEDIA series delves into the mystery that surrounds a family whose life will be forever changed by a disturbing visit. The reason: humanity is experiencing the greatest exodus in its history as 3 billion people from the future travel to the present to escape from an impending global disaster. Every refugee must follow two rules: They cannot talk about the future or interact with their families.

The Refugees will travel from the future to prime time on Atreseries with a very international cast, led by the British actor with Spanish roots, Natalia Tena (Game of Thrones, Black Mirror and Harry Potter), David Leon (RocknRolla, Vera) and Will Keen (Holby City, The Bill, The Impressionists, The Wire, Casualty 1907, Elisabeth), with Brendan Price (The Nameless), Gillian Apter (Celia), and Charlotte Vega (El secreto de Puente Viejo).

Executive produced by Ramón Campos, Teresa Fernández Valdés and Nacho Manubens, The Refugees is an original idea by Ramón Campos, Gema R. Neira, Adolfo Valor and Cristóbal Garrido, directed by David Pinillos and Elías León and filmed in the Madrid mountains.

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Every Monday, starting January 20
Latin America
20:00 Mexico / 21:00 Colombia / 22:00 Venezuela / 23:00 Argentina

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9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT

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(Español) The Thompson’s Company retira del mercado protectores impermeabilizantes de madera y de mampostería en latas de aerosol debido a riesgo de incendio

January 15, 2020

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1973 and charged with protecting the American public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call the CPSC hotline at 1-800-638-2772, or visit http://www.saferproducts.gov. Further recall information is available at http://www.cpsc.gov.

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2020 HITEC 50 Award Nominations Are Now Open

January 15, 2020

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CHICAGO, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC is currently accepting nominations for its prestigious HITEC 50 Awards. HITEC is a premier global executive leadership organization of Hispanic senior business and technology executives who have built outstanding careers in technology. Nominations will be accepted until March 10, 2020.

Since 2011, every year HITEC has recognized the 50 most influential global Hispanic executives in the technology industry.

The purpose of the HITEC 50 is to recognize outstanding executives in Ibero-America (Latin America, Spain, and Portugal) who excel in the business of technology.

We’re proud to celebrate the accomplishments of top-level Hispanic leaders in technology that are successfully experimenting with cutting-edge ideas and emerging technologies to push boundaries and ultimately, deliver great business value,” shared Juan Carlos Gutierrez, HITEC Board Member and Chair of the HITEC Awards Committee.

HITEC 50 Objectives:

Recognize talented individuals and highlight their achievements.
Foster business and professional growth for our members.
Build and develop strategic business relationships that will encourage growth within the industry globally.

View the HITEC 50 Criteria Here

View Past HITEC 50 Award Winners:

Nominate your candidate today! The nomination DEADLINE is March 10, 2020.

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Denzel Washington to Speak at International Leadership Summit

January 15, 2020

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CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Two-time Academy Award® winner Denzel Washington will lend his talents and expertise to T.D. Jakes’ International Leadership Summit this spring, a conference for visionaries, entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, pastors and leaders from all over the world, looking to expand their personal sphere of influence and sharpen their skills.

Washington is expected to deliver a keynote address focused on Hollywood, faith and handling the spotlight. As an actor, producer and director, Washington is considered one of the greatest actors of this generation, receiving critical acclaim for films including Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X, The Hurricane, Remember the Titans and American Gangster. He received the Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2016 Golden Globe Awards, which is bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for “outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment.” Most recently, Washington was honored with the AFI Life Achievement award, one of the highest honors for a career in film. Washington made his directorial debut in 2002 with the film Antwone Fisher, and directed The Great Debaters and Fences, which he starred in and received a nomination for Best Picture at the 2017 Academy Awards.

“Denzel Washington’s career is unrivaled and has indelibly influenced the world like none other. Talking with Denzel after he acquired August Wilson’s catalogue, his wisdom, business prowess and ability to mobilize his passion beyond his amazing acting ability was truly remarkable to see,” said Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House. “His commitment to his faith, his exceptional example of giving back and his powerful work ethic make me thrilled to welcome him at this year’s International Leadership Summit so other world leaders can learn from one of history’s greats.”

Research from Harvard Business Review has shown that curiosity is vital to an organization’s performance. This year, Jakes has expanded his formerly titled International Pastors and Leadership Conference to become the International Leadership Summit—designed to offer a premier leadership experience to a more diverse group of men and women in the business, faith and entertainment industry.

Registration for the conference is open to the public and available now at ThisIsILS.org.

What:
International Leadership Summit

Who:
T.D. Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House
Denzel Washington, actor, director, producer and philanthropist
Tyler Perry, producer, director, actor, screenwriter, playwright, author, songwriter, entrepreneur and philanthropist
Steven Furtick, pastor of Elevation Church
Keion Henderson, CEO of The Henderson Management Group
John F. Hannah, pastor of New Life Covenant Church Southeast
Please visit the website for updates as more speakers are confirmed.

Where:
Charlotte Convention Center
501 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

When:
April 30 – May 2

Media Credentials:
All members of the media—reporters, photographers, videographers and crew—are required to have and display credentials in order to cover events within the conference. Press may request media credentials for the International Leadership Summit by filling out this form. Applicants will be notified via email whether they are approved or declined for credentials. Information regarding where to pick up credentials, parking, facility access, interviews and other details will be sent once credentials have been approved.

About The Potter’s House
Located in Dallas, The Potter’s House is a 30,000-member nondenominational, multicultural church and humanitarian organization led by Bishop T. D. Jakes, twice featured on the cover of Time magazine as America’s Best Preacher and as one of the nation’s 25 Most Influential Evangelicals. The Potter’s House has five locations: The Potter’s House of Dallas, The Potter’s House of Fort Worth, The Potter’s House of North Dallas, The Potter’s House of Denver and The Potter’s House OneLA.

About Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington is an actor, director and producer. Denzel received his first Academy Award® for the historical war drama Glory (1987) and his second for his portrayal of the corrupt cop in the crime thriller, Training Day (2001). Denzel won a Tony Award for his performance in Fences during his return to Broadway in 2010. He earned his first Oscar Nomination for Cry Freedom (1987), as South African anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko. He most recently was honored with the AFI Life Achievement award, one of the highest honors for a career in film. Up next for Denzel, he will produce Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom for Netflix, which will be directed by George C. Wolfe and will feature Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman and Colman Domingo. He will also helm the Joel Cohen-directed Macbeth alongside Frances McDormand. Also in the works, Denzel will direct Journal for Jordan, which will star Michael B. Jordan. He will star next in the Warner Bros. thriller Little Things, alongside Rami Malek.

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