FIBRA Prologis Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2019 Earnings Results

January 22, 2020

MEXICO CITY, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV:FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year 2019.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE YEAR:

Period-end occupancy was 97.6 percent.
Net effective rents on rollover increased 11.0 percent.
Weighted average customer retention was 88.7 percent.
Same store cash NOI grew 3.1 percent.
Completed asset dispositions totaled US$72.0 million.
Completed asset acquisitions totaled US$5.1 million.

Net earnings per CBFI was Ps. 0.8332 (US$0.0419) for the fourth quarter compared with Ps. 1.3768 (US$0.0686) for the same period in 2018. For the full year 2019, net earnings per CBFI was Ps. 3.3358 (US$0.1719).

Funds from operations (FFO) per CBFI was Ps. 0.7465 (US$0.0374) for the fourth quarter compared with Ps. 0.7782 (US$0.0385) for the same period in 2018. For the full year 2019, FFO per CBFI was Ps. 2.9557 (US$0.1519).

In the fourth quarter, FIBRA Prologis recognized a US$4.1 million charge related to non-recoverable taxes. Approximately half was VAT and the remainder was withholding tax related to interest payments. Both charges are non-recurring. FIBRA Prologis is working with the counterparty of the withholding tax payments on a possible future recovery.

STRONG OPERATING RESULTS CONTINUE

“2019 was another great year for FIBRA Prologis,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Property Mexico. “We delivered excellent organic growth – driving rents 11 percent higher at expiration – and year-end occupancy reached a new record. We also acquired our first urban, Last Touch® facility in Mexico City, which is key to staying ahead of fast expanding world of e-commerce and the consumers who increasingly choose online retail over traditional brick-and-mortar.”

Gutierrez added: “We expect FIBRA Prologis to continue to outperform in 2020 as our occupancy is running at peak levels, customer activity is robust, light manufacturing remains strong and logistics trends continue to emphasize proximity to consumers which aligns with our investment strategy.”

Operating Portfolio	4Q19	4Q18	Notes
Period End Occupancy	97.6%	97.4%	Four of our six markets above 98%
Leases Commenced	2.7 MSF	1.8 MSF	68% of leasing activity related to Guadalajara and Reynosa
Customer Retention	91.0%	68.0%
Net Effective Rent Change	13.9%	13.5%	Led by Guadalajara and Mexico City
Cash Same Store NOI	2.5%	-2.1%	Higher rents and lower bad debt partly offset by higher expenses and real estate taxes
Same Store NOI	3.7%	-1.9%

SOLID FINANCIAL POSITION

At December 31, 2019, FIBRA Prologis’ leverage was 32.2 percent and liquidity was Ps. 6.3 billion (US$335.0 million), which included Ps. 6.1 billion (US$325.0 million) of available capacity on its unsecured credit facility and Ps. 183.0 million (US$10.0 million) of unrestricted cash.

GUIDANCE ESTABLISHED FOR 2020

“At the midpoint of the range, we project solid FFO growth while maintaining occupancy,” said Jorge Girault, senior vice president, Finance, Prologis Property Mexico. “We are confident in our ability to deliver positive results given the embedded rent upside in our portfolio, our strong balance sheet and our best-in-class real estate team.”

(US$ in million, except per CBFI amounts) FX = Ps$19.5 per US$1.00	Low	High	Notes
FFO per CBFI	US$0.1700	US$0.1775	Excludes the impact of foreign exchange movements and any potential incentive fee
Full Year 2020 Distributions per CBFI	US$0.1240	US$0.1240
Year End Occupancy	96.0%	97.0%
Same Store NOI (Cash)	1.5%	2.5%	Based in U.S. dollars
Annual Capital Expenditures as % of NOI	14.0%	15.0%
Asset Management and Professional Fees	US$20.0	US$21.0
Building Acquisitions	US$10.0	US$20.0

WEBCAST & CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

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

Thursday, January 23, 2020, at 9 a.m. CT/10 a.m. ET.
Live webcast at www.fibraprologis.com, in the Investor Relations section, by clicking Events.
Dial in: +1 877 256 7020 or +1 973 409 9692 and enter Passcode 7253787.

A telephonic replay will be available January 23–January 30 at +1 855 859 2056 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 404 537 3406 from all other countries using conference code 7253787. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of December 31, 2019, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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

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

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Pregnancy, breastfeeding may lower risk of early menopause, NIH-funded study suggests

January 22, 2020

BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Women who breastfed their infants exclusively for 7 to 12 months may have a significantly lower risk of early menopause than their peers who breastfed their infants for less than a month, according to an analysis funded by the National Institutes of Health. The study also suggests that pregnancy can reduce the risk of early menopause.

The study was conducted by Christine Langton, M.S.W., M.P.H., of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and colleagues. It appears in JAMA Network Open. Funding was provided by NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) and the National Cancer Institute.

“The study results provide the strongest evidence to date that exclusive breastfeeding may reduce the risk of early menopause,” said Lisa Halvorson, M.D., chief of the NICHD Gynecological Health and Disease Branch, which oversaw the research.

Previous studies have suggested that menopause before age 45 (early menopause) increases the risk of early death, cognitive decline, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Smaller studies have found evidence linking pregnancy and breastfeeding with later menopause, but because of their size and other limitations, the results are inconclusive. Moreover, the earlier studies focused on timing of menopause and not on the risk of early menopause.

In the current study, researchers analyzed data from more than 100,000 women ages 25 to 42 years in the Nurses’ Health Study II. Every two years, from 1989 to 2015, the participants responded to detailed questionnaires, providing health information and medical history, including pregnancy history. Compared to women who had never been pregnant or who had been pregnant for less than six months, women who had one full-term pregnancy had an 8% lower risk of early menopause. Those who had two pregnancies had a 16% lower risk, and those who had three pregnancies had a 22% lower risk.

Women who breastfed had an even smaller risk for early menopause. Those who breastfed for a total of 25 months or more during their premenopausal years had a 26% lower risk than women who breastfed for less than a month. Similarly, women who breastfed exclusively 7 to 12 months had a 28% lower risk of early menopause, compared to those who breastfed for less than a month.

The study did not determine why pregnancy and breastfeeding might lower the risk of early menopause. However, researchers theorize that because pregnancy and breastfeeding halt ovulation, the slowing of the egg loss may delay menopause.

Reference
Langton CR, et al. Association of Parity and Breastfeeding With Risk of Early Natural Menopause. JAMA Network Open. 2020.

About the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD): NICHD leads research and training to understand human development, improve reproductive health, enhance the lives of children and adolescents, and optimize abilities for all. For more information, visit http://www.nichd.nih.gov.

About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit http://www.nih.gov

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Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan Awards $1.1 Million to Help Build Healthier Communities Across Southern California

January 22, 2020

Los Angeles City Councilmember David E. Ryu presents a certificate of recognition to Todd Walthall, Blue Shield of California’s chief operating officer, for Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan’s $1.1 million support for community-based organizations to improve access to quality care in Los Angeles County. Blue Shield and 12 nonprofit groups were recognized during Los Angeles City Council meeting for their commitment to local communities.

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan today announced more than $1.1 million support for community-based organizations to improve access to quality care in Los Angeles County. The goal of the awards is to contribute and enhance the local nonprofit organizations’ ongoing work that is transforming the health of our underserved communities.

The announcement was made during the Los Angeles City Council meeting, where council members recognized Blue Shield Promise and the 12 community-based organizations for their engagement and efforts to improve the health of Angelenos.

“Healthcare starts at the community level, and from mental healthcare to gun violence to disability rights, these 12 organizations are on the front lines of making proactive care possible for our most vulnerable communities,” said Councilmember David E. Ryu, who chairs the Health, Education, Neighborhoods, Parks, Arts, Entertainment and River Committee, prior to the Council meeting. “I am incredibly thankful to Blue Shield of California and their Promise Health Plan for supporting the life-changing work of these local nonprofits.”

“We are proud of the impact these collaborations will have on boosting local care access and enhancing health outcomes across Southern California,” said Greg Buchert, president of Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan. “These organizations are already positively affecting many lives and we are looking forward to supporting their existing work to transform the health and wellness of local communities.”

The community organizations that are receiving the funds have programs that address a range of issues including health education, mental health awareness, trauma due to violence, and food insecurities. These nonprofit groups will continue to be a hub for education and proactively drive efforts in building healthy communities.

The award recipients are:

California Community Foundation – Bold Vision 2028
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles
Community Coalition
LA Food Bank
Stop the Violence Increase the Peace Foundation
The Guidance Center
Urban Peace Institute
Southside Coalition
Center for the Pacific Asian Family
Success In Challenges, Inc.
Special Needs Network Center
Partners in Care Foundation

“Center for the Pacific Asian Family applauds Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan’s commitment to preventing violence in our communities by supporting our youth and parent programs,” said Roselma Samala, board president of the Center for the Pacific Asian Family. “Our partnership plays a key role in helping to end family violence for future generations, and to understand the importance of looking at individual and whole family wellness to ensure healthy communities.”

Blue Shield Promise recognizes the importance of working with community-based advocates to prevent diseases and make healthy living options accessible to underserved communities. Promoting healthy living can result in better health for more people as well as improving health outcomes, especially amongst the most vulnerable populations.

“The grant awarded by Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan will allow us to continue to empower young individuals to explore futures with endless possibilities,” said Calvin Lyons, president and chief executive officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles. “We are excited to work together to further amplify our dedication and commitment to our community.”

About Blue Shield of California and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan

Blue Shield of California is a nonprofit, independent member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association with 6,800 employees, more than $20 billion in annual revenue and 4.3 million members. Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Blue Shield of California and its affiliates provide health care service plans in California.

Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal, Cal MediConnect, Medicare Advantage HMO, and Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans. It is led by healthcare professionals with a “members-first” philosophy and committed to building a quality network of providers and partnering with community organizations for its nearly 500,000 members. For more information about Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, please visit www.blueshieldca.com/promise.

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Brentwood School is pleased to present “It’s Our Turn: Young Women’s Conference at Brentwood School”

January 22, 2020

Created by Brentwood Girls for Young Women Everywhere Featuring Lisa Ling, Tanika Ray, Iskra, Gabi Fresh, Susan Feniger, Jess Weiner, Amani al-Khatahtbeh, Gloria Rico Hann, Ibtihaj Muhammad, Monique Lhuillier, Deja Foxx, Syncopated Ladies

…and more than 20 Other Notable Speakers January 25th

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Saturday, January 25, 2020, “It’s Our Turn: Young Women’s Conference at Brentwood School” will include presentations and panel discussions by an impressive range of female leaders who will address topics relevant to young women in the process of defining themselves and finding their own voice. Honorary Chair Maria Shriver and special guests invite girls in Grades 7 through 12 to attend this unique event. The day is organized around the themes of “Looking Inward: The Power of One,” and “Moving Forward: The Strength of Many.” An ambitious group of high school students at Brentwood School, a K-12 independent school in Los Angeles, CA, conceived of the first “It’s Our Turn” conference, which took place in 2012. The 2014 conference featured Reese Witherspoon, Mindy Kaling, and Geena Davis, and the 2016 conference was equally successful with speakers like Diane von Fürstenberg, Nicole Richie, and Allyson Felix. In 2018, Senator Barbara Boxer, Katy Tur, Cleo Wade, and Debbie Allen among others inspired an audience of over 1,000 attendees. This year, a new group of girls continues the mission to empower young women to take charge of the future in positive ways that influence and inspire others. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.bwscampus.com.

As the mission statement of the young women planning the conference describes, “Our goal is to seek wisdom and guidance from others, empower ourselves, and inspire those around us.” The conference empowers and inspires the young women in attendance during exciting keynote presentations and two tracks of interactive, discussion-based breakout sessions.

Head of School, Dr. Mike Riera, adds, “At Brentwood School, the student experience is defined by the essential integration of academic excellence, emotional intelligence, and character development. We hope our students will make a difference, something I often hear our graduates are doing in a variety of ways. As an example, special guests Tanika Ray, Gloria Rico Hann, and Tara Schuster, as well as recent graduates, activist Eve Levenson and social entrepreneur Georgia Messinger, are among several Brentwood alumni sharing their expertise and life experience at the conference this year. I guarantee all present at the conference will gain benefit and insight from the day. I also assure you that the accomplishments of the students on the organizing committee will surprise, impress, and, indeed, make a difference.”

Brentwood School actively seeks ways to connect with the greater community through unique opportunities. “It’s Our Turn: Young Women’s Conference at Brentwood School” is one of many exciting programs created by the school and offered to the public. The 2018 conference attracted close to 1,000 attendees from 110 schools throughout the Los Angeles area; marketing efforts extend to include communities in East Los Angeles, Pasadena, the Valley, and the South Bay.

Honorary Chair:
Maria Shriver

Presenting Partner: The Belldegrun Center for Innovative Leadership
Advocate Sponsor: Visionary Women

Presenters:
Thandiwe Abdullah, Co-Founder, Black Lives Matter Young Vanguard
Amani al-Khatahtbeh, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of MuslimGirl.com
Berna Anat, Financial Hype Woman
Manju Bangalore, Miss World California 2019, Co-Lead of March For Our Lives Los Angeles
Dr. Meredith Brower, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Jennifer Cassetta, Health and Empowerment Coach
La Shonda Coleman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Resilience Trainer
Cydnei Drake, MSW, National Program Growth Manager, IGNITE
Susan Feniger, Culinarian, Author, and Entrepreneur
Val Fleury, DJ and Producer
Deja Foxx, Activist
Gabi Fresh, Body Positive Fashion Influencer and Designer
Dana Gonzalez, Assistant Director of Brentwood Upper School
Kristin Hayden, Chief Partnership Officer, IGNITE
Greisy Hernandez, Activist and Mental Health Advocate
Sarah Huss, Director of Human Development and Parent Education, Campbell Hall
Iskra, Aerie Role Model, Creator of EveryBODY with Iskra
Angela Lang, Founding Executive Director, Black Leaders Organizing for Communities (BLOC)
Eve Levenson, Brentwood Alum, March For Our Lives Federal Affairs Manager
Monique Lhuillier, Founder and Creative Director
Lisa Ling, Journalist, Producer, and Author
Yasmine Mabene, March For Our Lives State Director
Yamilet Medina Lopez, Associate Director of Admission, USC
Georgia Messinger, Brentwood Alum, Co-Founder and COO, Trill Project
Ibtihaj Muhammad, US Olympic Medalist, Activist, Entrepreneur, and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Sonali Perera Bridges, President and Founder, Bridges Educational Consulting
Tanika Ray, Brentwood Alum, TV Host, Producer, Director
Gloria Rico Hann, Brentwood Alum, Executive Vice President of Domestic Publicity, Sony Pictures
Yetunde Daniels Rubinstein, Associate Director of College Counseling at Brentwood School
Tara Schuster, Brentwood Alum, Author, and VP Talent and Development, Comedy Central
Katie Soo, Senior Vice President, Head of Growth Marketing, WarnerMedia
Kiran Subramaniam, Writer
Syncopated Ladies: Orialis Ashley, Anissa Lee, and Assata Madison
Jess Wiener, CEO and Culture Expert
Shafia Zaloom, Author and Health Educator

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BRENTWOOD SCHOOL INSPIRES EVERY STUDENT TO:
Think critically and creatively.
Act ethically.
Shape a future with meaning.

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(Español) Ana G. Méndez University firma convenio de colaboración con el Colegio de Contadores Públicos Autorizados (CPA) de Puerto Rico, capítulo de Florida

January 22, 2020

Ana G. Méndez University firma convenio de colaboración con el Colegio de Contadores Públicos Autorizados (CPA) de Puerto Rico, capítulo de Florida

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Isagenix International Acquires Zija International

January 22, 2020

Companies share common goals, cultures, and missions focused on improving world health

GILBERT, Arizona, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Isagenix International, a global health and wellness company providing nutrition and lifestyle solutions, has announced its acquisition of Zija International, a well-established and respected direct selling company based in Lehi, Utah, with a strong line of high-quality plant-based product offerings.

“We are pleased to welcome Zija to the Isagenix family,” said Jim Coover, Isagenix co-founder and chairman. “Our companies share common cultures and goals, and we look forward to the positive impact this acquisition will have for all parties.”

When the transition is completed, Zija distributors will become part of the Isagenix family, which comprises more than 500,000 members in 14 markets globally. This addition will help strengthen Isagenix by expanding its associate and customer base, enhancing its plant-based product portfolio, and reinforcing its global footprint.

“This comes at a promising time for both Zija and Isagenix,” said Travis Ogden, Isagenix chief executive officer. “It brings great synergies to both companies, and in joining forces, our aligned missions to impact world health will be stronger than ever.”

To learn more about Isagenix, visit its Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.

About Isagenix International

Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With half a million customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets. For more information visit Isagenix.com.

About Zija International

Zija has spent over a decade formulating innovative products to support peak wellness. Each of Zija’s products serves a distinct purpose in the goal of health, wellness, and beauty. For more information, visit zijainternational.com.

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Goya Foods And The National Supermarket Association Donate Toys To Orphans In The Dominican Republic

January 22, 2020

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, America’s largest Hispanic food company, and the National Supermarket Association donated toys to children at the Niños de Cristo orphanage in La Romana, Dominican Republic.

As part of the company’s Goya Gives initiative, Goya has supported the orphanage since its inception in 2012. Each year, Goya donates food and financial support, and has developed a mentorship program, where Goya employees mentor many of the children at the orphanage all the way through their educational years. The NSA has committed to providing additional support, donations and continued guidance to those children who need it the most.

“We have been members of the NSA since the very beginning and proud to further our collaboration with an organization that cares about the welfare and health of their communities. Our mission to support those in need are aligned and we couldn’t think of a better way to partner in order to provide the children with even more love, support and gifts during the holiday season and year-round,” said Bob Unanue, President of Goya.

Goya has been a member of the NSA for 30 years and has collaborated with the NSA to further support the communities both organizations serve throughout the United States and abroad. “The NSA strives to work on projects that give back to the communities we come from and serve, so we are very proud to partner with Goya to bring joy and mentorship to these kids,” said William Rodriguez, President of the NSA.

For more information, please visit, www.goya.com.

About GOYA
Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world. The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com.

ABOUT NSA
Founded in 1989 by Hispanic entrepreneurs, the NSA is a trade association that represents the interest of independent supermarket owners in New York and other urban cities throughout the East Coast, Mid-Atlantic region and Florida. Beginning in the mid-seventies, these entrepreneurs had the courage of opening supermarkets in areas abandoned by the large chains, as they were economically depressed and mostly minority neighborhoods. These men and women had the vision and the commitment to fill a vacuum in those communities, at a time when the term “food desert” had not even been coined. Currently, many NSA members continue to serve those areas by offering healthy foods and full-service supermarkets.

The association has grown dramatically in the last two decades and currently provides its member’s hands-on representation in both the private and public sectors and advocates issues that impact the entire supermarket industry. Current membership represents approximately 400 supermarkets. Most members are of Hispanic descent, and their stores are predominantly located in minority neighborhoods.

The NSA provides outreach services to corporations that want to capture the booming Hispanic market by providing counseling on marketing strategies to reach Hispanic retailers and consumers, including market and cultural intelligence.

For more information & photos:
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845.659.6506 / [email protected]

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McDonald’s Launches App to Help Restaurant Employees Explore Careers that Match Their Skills and Interests

January 22, 2020

CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — McDonald’s today announced the launch of a new career exploration mobile application called Archways to Careers that will help restaurant employees nationwide maximize education benefits and take the next step in their professional journey– whether at McDonald’s or elsewhere. Built with long-standing partner, the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL), and with support from InsideTrack, a national success coaching organization, McDonald’s will now be able to offer all restaurant employees a real-time career advising tool that connects them to InsideTrack’s professional and credentialed advisors to support, coach and help them chart a path to achieve the future job or career they desire.

This effort builds on the successful Archways to Opportunity™ program from McDonald’s which enables restaurant employees to learn English language skills, earn a high school diploma, benefit from education and career advisors and receive upfront college tuition assistance up to $3,000 after just 90 days of employment.

“My husband and I have been McDonald’s Franchisees for 32 years and have helped nearly 50 employees participate in Archways to Opportunity including English Under the Arches, the high school completion program and college tuition assistance. I hear all the time that they are looking for an opportunity to build new skills and receive an education but don’t always know where to start,” said Isa Rodriguez, a McDonald’s Owner/Operator from Miami, FL. “Now, with a click on the app, restaurant employees have access to the right tools and advisors to help guide them closer to where they want to be, and McDonald’s will provide tuition assistance and the qualified support to get them there.”

Through the Archways to Careers app, available for download now, restaurant employees will be able to understand the valuable skills they are developing, recognize their strengths and find local education and growth opportunities in a variety of careers. The app offers an interest assessment and career exploration experience that help users identify potential careers and the opportunity to work with an advisor to plot a personalized educational pathway to help them progress. In particular, the content in the app builds on insights from a previously released Workforce Preparedness Study which identified top industries employees aspire to be in, which include: arts/entertainment, technology, entrepreneurship, healthcare and restaurant/food service; the Archways to Careers app surfaces roles across some of these fields. Additionally, users will be able to explore opportunities at McDonald’s restaurants and corporate headquarters that match their interests and skills.

“As the number of working learners who need to pursue more education over a longer lifespan grows, forward-thinking employers like McDonald’s and their franchisees are always growing their future managers from within,” said Marie Cini, president of CAEL. “That’s why CAEL champions the adult working learner and partners with people-first companies like McDonald’s that understand the value of creating education opportunities for people wherever they are on their academic journey.”

“The McDonald’s system workforce has immeasurable talent to offer, and with its existing education benefits coupled with this rich new mobile experience, restaurant employees are better equipped to discover and advance their careers, positioning themselves for long-term career success no matter where they end up,” said Rob Lauber, Global Chief Learning Officer. “We are proud to continue to invest in and create more opportunity for those that work at McDonald’s.”

Since its inception in 2015, Archways to Opportunity has given out $90 million in tuition assistance and supported 50,000 restaurant employees. Archways to Careers is available to employees at McDonald’s U.S. restaurants and franchisees. For more information about McDonald’s support of education, please visit http://www.mcdonald’s.com/people. The app is available for download for both iOS and Android devices.

About McDonald’s USA
McDonald’s serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to more than 25 million customers every day. Ninety-five percent of McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by business men and women. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow us on Twitter @McDonalds and Facebook at www.facebook.com/mcdonalds.

About the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)
Established in 1974, The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) is a Strada Education Network affiliate and national, nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to partnering with educators, employers, and workforce and economic developers. Together we reimagine how education and employment fit together, and we create lifelong pathways that integrate learning and work. Our aim is to support the engaged participation of adults in thriving talent pipelines and robust economic development in the 21st century economy. Visit www.cael.org to learn more.

About InsideTrack
InsideTrack is passionate about student success. We partner with colleges and universities to improve enrollment, persistence, completion and career readiness. Our student support methodology uncovers first hand feedback about student goals and challenges. Through strategic guidance, staff training and student coaching, we help institutions turn this feedback into actionable insights that drive better student outcomes. As a member of the nonprofit Strada Education Network, we offer partners access to a comprehensive range of student success solutions as well as the latest research and insights on student success. We’ve supported more than 2 million students since 2001 and currently serve over 4,000 programs. Visit us at www.insidetrack.com and follow us on Twitter.

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Jennifer Jiménez’s New Book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? Is An Insightful Account On Proper Guidance When Caring For Patients Suffering From Alzheimer’s

January 22, 2020

MIAMI, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? was created by Jennifer Jiménez. Jennifer has worked for eight years in hospice, offering support and coordination of services to terminal patients and their families. She is currently the founder of the Powerfull Minds Coach Nonprofit Corporation.

Through the experience of Jennifer L. Jiménez as a clinical social worker of a hospice (home service for patients in terminal stage) in Puerto Rico, she met many families of Alzheimer’s patients with different social problems but with the factor being a common lack of knowledge in the management of a bedridden patient. According to the experience acquired in each case worked and the case discussions with nurses and doctors, it offered guidance on the deterioration of the patient’s terminal condition and recommendations to family members on the proper management for the patient’s well-being, as well as emotional support in the process. He identified that, by guiding the caregiver about patient care, they showed a decrease in their stress levels, so he was inspired and motivated to write the book. This book aims to guide the caregiver to understand stage 7 of Alzheimer’s disease, the changes that the patient experiences and how to cope with the proper management. In addition, it contains three true stories of families with a loved one suffering from a terminal illness.

Published by Page Publishing, Jennifer Jiménez’s new book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? is an efficacious narrative that aids individuals whose loved ones suffer from Alzheimer’s improve their practice of caring for them through understanding and compassion.

Consumers who wish to be enlightened on the nature of Alzheimer’s and how they can be better caregivers to the afflicted can purchase Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? 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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Marta Del Orbe’s New Book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano Divulges The Twisted Side Of The American Dream That Endangers Those Who Yearn For It

January 22, 2020

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano was created by Marta Del Orbe. Marta is an author from the Cibao region in the Dominican Republic. He emigrated to the United States as a teenager in the seventies. He arrived in Brooklyn County where he lived remarkable stages of his life.

Marta Del Orbe said this about her book: “Born in the depth of silence of the drowned screams that produce sobs of regrets, for the high price paid with that coin carved in the face of pain, in the desolation of those who defy turbulent paths, in the unheard cries, and no regrets forgiven, they sprouted words—the United States, a country that boasts the fortunes of this dream, saying that everyone can start from below and reach the top. However, there is another reality: many start from below and fall behind or fall lower.

The American dream is often grafted and narrated with the nightmares of those who, forced or not, renounced their own well-being to pave roads to those who follow behind, paying with tears to receive those blows that painfully sculpt the heart. Responsibility reaches its limit when it invades the grounds of generosity. The American dream not only transcends the limits of expectations but puts the lives and well-being of many at risk.”

Published by Page Publishing, Marta Del Orbe’s new book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano delves into the disagreeable nature of the American dream and how this has put many lives in jeopardy due to blind adherence.

Consumers who wish to gain wisdom of the pros and cons of pursuing the American dream and how this changes life profoundly can purchase La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano 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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