State Senator Ling Ling Chang and LA Clippers Power Forward Mfiondu Kabengele Helps CVS Health Kick Off Free Health Screenings in Los Angeles

September 20, 2019

Douglas Chang, Region Director for CVS Health; Alex Gold, District Leader for CVS Health; LA Clippers power forward Mfiondu Kabengele; and State Senator Ling Ling Chang attend a Project Health event on Thursday, September 19. Thursday’s event was one of 93 free health screenings taking place in the Los Angeles area between now and the end of the year. Through Project Health, CVS Health has donated over $27 million worth of free medical services in California since 2007.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As part of a commitment to building healthier communities, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) celebrated the expansion of its annual Project Health free health screening campaign with a community event that took place on Thursday, September 19^th at CVS Pharmacy, 2011 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim. Thursday’s event was one of 93 free health screenings taking place in the Los Angeles area between now and the end of the year.

State Senator Ling Ling Chang and LA Clippers power forward Mfiondu Kabengele were on hand at the event, along with community members and CVS Pharmacy field leadership to discuss the importance of being proactive about your health, eating well and not smoking.

“As a legislator, I’ve made it a priority to improve access to preventative care, and I’m grateful to work with CVS Health to bring free health screenings to my constituents in Anaheim,” said Senator Chang. “This is a great opportunity for us to work together to serve the community.”

“CVS Health is committed to expanding access to quality and affordable care, both through our retail footprint and with national and local non-profits and organizations who share our belief that better health starts at the community level,” said Douglas Chang, Region Director for CVS Health. “We were thrilled to be in Los Angeles to celebrate the expansion of Project Health and look forward to providing local residents with free health screenings throughout the rest of the year, as part of our commitment to building healthier communities.”

Project Health events, which will be held Thursdays – Sundays in select stores across Southern California through the end of the year, are open to everyone and do not require an appointment. Once screened, patients have access to on-site consultations with bilingual nurse practitioners or physician assistants who will analyze results and refer patients who require additional medical care and follow up to no-cost or low-cost medical facilities nearby or to their primary care physician.

“Keeping track of your blood pressure, weight and cholesterol are critical to staying healthy,” said Kabengele. “The work being done through Project Health helps thousands of peoples in communities like Los Angeles get the quality care that they might otherwise not receive.”

An array of free comprehensive health assessment screenings are available at these events, including blood pressure, body mass Index (BMI), glucose and total cholesterol screenings, which can help detect risk for chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. The expansion of Project Health will also do more to screen for social determinants of health that affect personal health and communities. A study has shown that up to 60 percent of life expectancy may be driven by behavioral, social and environmental factors including family, education, housing, and access to affordable healthy food.¹

Through Project Health, CVS Health has hosted over 1,500 preventive care events across California since 2007, conducting 196,000 free health screenings, counseling 2,164 people on how to stop smoking and donating over $27 million worth of free medical services.

Project Health events have a proven track record of improving patient engagement and ultimately, healthier outcomes. More than 87 percent of patients who attend Project Health events report following-up with their primary care physician and were significantly more likely to proactively discuss their blood pressure, BMI and blood sugar levels, according to the company’s own metrics.

Since it was established in 2006, Project Health has delivered more than $127 million in free health care services to nearly 1.7 million people in multicultural communities with a large number of uninsured or underinsured Americans.

For a full calendar of Project Health events, visit www.cvs.com/project-health (in Spanish: www.cvs.com/proyectosalud).

About CVS Health

CVS Health is the nation’s premier health innovation company helping people on their path to better health. Whether in one of its pharmacies or through its health services and plans, CVS Health is pioneering a bold new approach to total health by making quality care more affordable, accessible, simple and seamless. CVS Health is community-based and locally focused, engaging consumers with the care they need when and where they need it. The Company has approximately 9,900 retail locations, approximately 1,100 walk-in medical clinics, a leading pharmacy benefits manager with more than 102 million plan members, a dedicated senior pharmacy care business serving more than one million patients per year and expanding specialty pharmacy services. CVS Health also serves an estimated 38 million people through traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including rapidly expanding Medicare Advantage offerings and a leading standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. The Company believes its innovative health care model increases access to quality care, delivers better health outcomes and lowers overall health care costs. Find more information about how CVS Health is shaping the future of health at https://www.cvshealth.com.

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¹ Schroeder, SA. (2007). We Can Do Better — Improving the Health of the American People. NEJM. 357:1221-8. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMsa073350

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Bring your Hispanic Heritage Celebration into the Kitchen with Real Milk and Real Traditions that Matter

September 20, 2019

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Make these carnitas tamales with your family and taste the love

MIAMI, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LECHE. Amor por lo verdadero invites you to enjoy those authentic customs passed down from generation to generation that spark joy in our lives this Hispanic Heritage Month. Real milk is nutritious and comforting. It has always been there, as the perfect pair to our favorite foods, part of a bedtime routine or as the star of our grandma’s tres leches for family gatherings.

Honor your heritage and your taste buds with real milk and embrace our recipes and past times like cooking together and showing love through food and nourishment. Real dairy milk is wholesome, simple and affordable – it enhances some of life’s most loved moments.

Real milk helps us give our kids nutrients they need to grow strong, and makes any dish creamier, more delicious. It’s no wonder it’s been such an important part of our culture for generations.

Looking for more ways to celebrate? Visit Fuertesconleche.com for recipe inspiration.

Chef Claudette’s Carnitas Tamales
Yield: 1 dozen

Ingredients

Tamal Batter
2 cups Masa Harina
4 ½ cups broth (protein or vegetable)
¾ cup lard or shortening
1 tablespoon salt

Filling
3 lb. pork shoulder
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
1 orange
1 cup brown sugar
1 lb. coconut oil
3 cloves garlic
½ cup onion, small dice

Salsa Verde
1 lb. tomatillos, peeled and washed
1 bunch cilantro, clean
½ onion, diced
3 cloves garlic
2 serrano peppers
Notes: You will need 12-inch squares of banana leave wraps, corn husks or frozen leaves

Preparation Method

Carnitas

Place meat, garlic, onion, bay leaves, milk, salt and pepper into medium pot.
Once it reaches a boil add coconut oil, orange slices and brown sugar, cook on medium low until tender.
Fork test before pulling for tamales.

Tamal

Mix masa and broth together until all broth is absorbed, whip in lard and salt until smooth.

Salsa Verde

Toast all ingredients until soft and caramelized in a dry comal.
Blend vegetables and season with salt as you like.

When making tamales:
Place 1/4 cup of masa per leaf and spread thin. Add 2 tablespoons of carnitas and salsa. Carefully close and tie ends. Steam for 30 min approx. in steamer. Remove one and let it cool before removing all from heat. They will set at room temperature.
Enjoy with a tall glass of milk.

About Chef Claudette:
Chef Claudette Zepeda grew up between San Diego, Tijuana and Guadalajara, which gave her invaluable cultural and personal diversity. She’s a young mother of two teenagers aged 15 and 13. Her inspiration comes from the richness of Mexican cuisine, the strong women she grew up with and those around her. Cooking is her passion and the place where she feels more herself. Her objective is to tell her story through food. Claudette considers milk an essential part of Hispanic culture and cuisine, it’s been a part of her family and recipes since childhood.

About MilkPEP
The Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), Washington, DC, is funded by the nation’s milk companies, who are committed to increasing fluid milk consumption. The MilkPEP Board runs the Leche. Amor por lo verdadero campaign, a multi-faceted campaign designed to educate consumers about the powerful nutritional benefits of milk – with 9 essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, in each 8 ounce glass. For more information, go to fuertesconleche.com. SociedAD/Campbell Ewald is creative agency for the campaign – from America’s milk companies.

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LATV Networks unveils its new fall lineup of in-culture Latinx content for Millennials

September 20, 2019

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LATV Networks, the premier destination for the Latinx millennial, kicks off its fall lineup of multi-platform in-culture programming the week of September 23, 2019. The network promises an exciting full week of new shows that will surely set the standard for inclusive primetime programming with new and returning series featuring diversity, Latina empowerment, and LGBTQ visibility.

During premiere week, LATV’s influencer-driven content will include special guests from popular Latinx series such as, Mayans M.C. (FX), Pose (FX), Mr. Iglesias (Netflix) and La Casa De Las Flores / The House of Flowers (Netflix). This programming will be complemented by content from LATV’s Hispanic Heritage month campaign “History by Us” celebrating the history being made by Hispanic Millennials.

LATV’s new fall lineup includes:

The Hub on LATV, a magazine show on the pulse of pop culture that is powered by breaking social media trends
The Q Agenda, a talk show centered around the intersectionality of LGBTQ+ culture in our Latinx community
Checkitow, a podcast-first series, where comedian and host Humberto Guida talks to the funniest A-Listers in Latino comedy and entertainment
Jefa Status, hosted by Lucy Flores, an intimate conversation between two accomplished Latina entrepreneurs
And new returning seasons of The Zoo, Get it Girl, and ELZ

Alongside LATV’s original programming, the network will also be releasing new digital short series such as Esa Soy Yo, a female reaffirmation series; W.Y.K.A (What You Know About), a Latino history edutainment series as well as Checkitow and Jefa Status.

“LATV’s agility to adapt to change is essential, allowing us to create content that is a true representation of our core audience, the Latinx millennials. Our original content not only speaks to them but also creates high engagement. We’re excited about the expansion of integrated partnership opportunities we can offer our clients,” said Andres Rincon, Vice President of Sales and Strategic Partnerships.

ABOUT LATV

LATV is more than a media company, it is a direct link to the growing voice of the Latino experience. As the original alternative, and only remaining Latino-owned TV network in the Hispanic Television space, LATV has established itself as a pioneering network, a trendsetting brand, and an innovative content hub. For more information visit www.LATV.com

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Personal Storytelling Demonstrates Effect of Safety on Human Lives in New Honda Brand Campaign

September 20, 2019

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TORRANCE, California, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda is debuting a brand marketing campaign highlighting the automaker’s deep-rooted and ongoing commitment to safety and the company goal of helping to create a collision-free society. The new “Safety for Everyone” campaign launches today with 60-second and 30-second commercials (https://honda.us/safetyforeveryone) that portray a “what if” vehicle-pedestrian collision scenario. Through emotional storytelling, the spot illustrates what could happen to the lives touched by a pedestrian had a collision not been avoided by Honda’s Collision Mitigating Braking System™, part of the Honda Sensing^® suite of safety and driver-assistive technology that is now standard or available on every Honda model in the U.S.

“Safety for Everyone” represents Honda’s unique approach to safety — that everyone sharing the road should be able to safely and confidently enjoy the freedom of mobility. With nearly 40,000 lives being lost each year in the United States due to motor vehicle crashes, Honda is dedicated to not only improving the safety of drivers and occupants of its vehicles, but all road users such as pedestrians, motorcycle riders, cyclists and occupants of other vehicles, with the ultimate goal of eliminating crashes and vehicle-related fatalities completely.

“We wanted our new Honda brand campaign to capture the type of real-life scenario that inspires Honda engineers to pour their passion into creating technologies that work toward our ‘Safety for Everyone’ approach of protecting everyone sharing the road,” said Ed Beadle, senior manager of marketing for Honda. “Crash statistics alone simply can’t tell the story of how a single crash can have a significant and lasting effect on family, friends and loved ones of people involved in a collision.”

Directed by award-winning commercial director Ringan Ledwidge, Honda’s “Safety for Everyone” spot will first air during tonight’s Friday night college football matchup on ESPN/ABC. The commercial will run on national cable and network television through November 30 and on sports networks through January 2020 during professional football, hockey and basketball games. The commercial leads a multichannel campaign that will also feature creative across Honda’s website and social media through the fall.

In addition, and to further advance its vision for a collision-free society, Honda will roll out a safety-focused social media campaign next month that features actual Honda customers who have benefited from Honda’s active and passive safety technologies. These inspiring stories are pulled from customers’ social media posts and letters Honda has received from thankful customers.

Honda “Safety for Everyone” Approach
On the basis of this “Safety for Everyone” concept, Honda is committed to developing innovative safety technologies and equipping them to its automobiles, motorcycles and other powersports products toward Honda’s vision for a collision-free mobile society where its customers, and everyone sharing the road, can safely and confidently enjoy the freedom of mobility.

Honda Sensing^®Honda Sensing^® helps provide greater awareness of conditions around the vehicle, and in some cases can help drivers maintain lane position and, under certain conditions, is capable of slowing or even stopping the vehicle if a potential frontal collision has been detected. Comprising the Honda Sensing^® suite of safety and driver assistive technologies are:

Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Forward Collision Warning and Pedestrian Detection – can apply brake pressure when an unavoidable frontal collision is determined.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) – can adjust steering and braking if you cross detected lanes without signaling.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – can maintain a set following interval behind detected vehicles as well as maintain a set speed.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS) – can help bring the vehicle back to the center of a detected lane when unindicated lane drift is determined.
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) – can notify drivers of posted speed limits with the use of a small camera.

For More Information
Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of all 2020 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.

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 2018, 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.

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Cacique® Announces Top Trends in Mexican Cuisine — Old World Techniques, Emerging Mixology Ingredients and More Coming to Tables Across the Country in 2020

September 20, 2019

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cacique^® Inc. – one of the country’s top authentic Mexican food brands – is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by partnering with some of the most respected voices in the culinary industry to unveil What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine. Spotlighting the profound influence Mexican cuisine has in America, the company’s second annual forecast includes food and beverage trends to watch for in 2020 alongside trend-inspired recipes developed by the panelists.

Cacique curated a panel of top culinary talent to develop this year’s predictions. Led by the company’s long-term partner, award-winning chef and TV personality Aarón Sánchez, the panel also includes the talents of James Beard Best Chef West semifinalist Chef Claudette Zepeda and Chef Thomas Ortega of Amor y Tacos in Los Angeles, as well as the unique perspectives of James Beard award-winning food writer and author Bill Esparza and Mixologist Alex Valencia of La Contenta in New York.

“We created What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine to extend our brand values – Family, Integrity, Quality and Authenticity – beyond the products that we craft every day, and shine a light on the impact Mexican cuisine has in our country during an important time for our community, Hispanic Heritage Month,” said Gil de Cardenas, Chief Executive Officer, Cacique, Inc. “We’re proud to celebrate authenticity in Mexican cuisine, and, at the same time, look ahead toward what’s to come – all in partnership with several of the most prominent voices in the culinary world today.”

The top Mexican food and beverage trends for 2020 include:

Mexican herbs like hoja santa, epazote and marjoram will rise to the top as a flavor trend, showing up in cocktails and dishes alike
Nixtamalization – an ancient process that transforms corn into masa – will enter the spotlight as a revered culinary technique when it comes to making fresh, homemade tortillas and tamales
Interest in plant-based cooking will extend into Mexican cuisine as chefs swap meat for popular and regional vegetables in traditional dishes
From chapulines to escamoles, more people will begin embracing insects as ingredients, particularly when incorporated into sauces
The Yucatan Peninsula and Central Mexico will stand out as hot spots influencing Mexican cuisine as a whole, and as culinary destinations
The Valle de Guadalupe will pick up steam as one of the world’s hottest up-and-coming wine regions
Pulque, tepache and Mexican whiskeys will heat up as trending cocktail ingredients
As access to more fresh and regional ingredients grows, home chefs will be more empowered to cook from scratch in their own kitchens
Young chefs will take inspiration from their family and regional heritage, but modernize these Mexican traditions with their own twists
Mexican cuisine will be more recognized as complex and layered – rather than always spicy and heavy

“As we look toward 2020, I’m excited to see a broad new appreciation for Mexican cuisine as its place within the culinary world continues to be elevated,” said Chef Aarón Sánchez. “There are so many talented chefs out there bringing back old school dishes, methods and ingredients with a spirit of reinvention or creating something entirely new. What’s Next in Mexican Cuisine provides a platform to showcase these trends and inspires those at home to explore our cuisine by creating meals that are made with authentic ingredients and embrace both our rich history and bright future.”

Each of the panelists designed a recipe that embodies their predictions, so that anyone can experience next year’s top Mexican food trends right in their own kitchens. The recipes include Tamales with Jackfruit “Carnitas” by Chef Aarón Sánchez, Celery Root and Potato Taquitos by Chef Claudette Zepeda, a Short Rib Birria QuesaTaco by Chef Thomas Ortega, a Mini Brefas Tlayuda by Bill Esparza and a Chorizo Old Fashioned by Mixologist Alex Valencia.

For more than 45 years, Cacique has remained a family-owned company dedicated to producing the highest-quality authentic products, including Mexican cheeses, creams, chorizos and yogurts. This year, the brand expanded its range of Mexican meal and snack-time essentials to include authentic Homestyle Salsas, Mexican-Style Queso Dips and Fully Cooked Chorizos. To learn more about Cacique, visit www.caciqueinc.com and find Cacique on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

About Cacique^®Inc.

Family-owned and founded in 1973 on the principles of Family, Quality, Integrity and Authenticity, Cacique^® is now one of the country’s top Mexican food brands the #1 producer of Hispanic cheeses, creams, yogurts, chorizos and salsas in the United States. Headquartered in Monrovia, California, Cacique^® remains dedicated to producing authentic, fresh and high quality Hispanic products. For more information about Cacique^®‘s line of products, please visit caciqueinc.com or call (800) 521-6987 or (626) 937-3505.

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FUD Celebrates Real Hispanic Heroes During Hispanic Heritage Month

September 20, 2019

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PHOENIX, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate culture, customs, and the achievements of Latinos living in the United States. For the second consecutive year, FUD (which stands for Fine, Unique, and Delicious) is recognizing a group of Latinos as “Real Hispanic Heroes” for their inspiring success stories and efforts to improve themselves and their communities.

FUD, a brand owned by Sigma, was born in Mexico nearly 70 years ago. In the late 90’s, FUD began to expand its reach into the U.S. by marketing meat and cheese products.

“FUD is a Hispanic brand and we know the challenges of reaching a culturally different country, of adapting to the circumstances, because we have experienced these situations and that is why we want to acknowledge these heroes,” says Rafael Amezcua, member of the marketing team at FUD in the U.S.

Sergio Sandoval is one of the Real Hispanic Heroes recognized by FUD. Sergio is a NASA Aerospace Engineer who works at the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) in Pasadena, California. To fulfill his dream of reaching the stars, Sergio had to live away from his family and learn a new language and new customs while maintaining his sense of self and Hispanic heritage.

FUD recognizes Sergio because on his journey to achieving his dream of working at NASA, he relied heavily on the support of the Hispanic community. He received the strength and inspiration that motivated him to overcome challenges because he knew he was not alone.

“NASA is not a U.S. organization, NASA is world organization, because everything we discover changes textbooks in any country. It is an example of what we can do when we are united,” said Sergio.

To learn more about FUD’s Real Hispanic Heroes of 2019, visit http://www.fudusa.com/heroes and FUD USA on Facebook every week, from September 15th until October 15th.

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The US Minority Chamber Of Commerce is Ready for the Exclusive Premier Bi-Annual the Americas Security Summit Miami 2019

September 20, 2019

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MIAMI, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

The Premier Edition will highlight four main discussion:
1. Crime, U.S Economy and terrorism threats;
2. Cyber to disrupt and sow discord economy injury to U.S business
3. Identify and exploit points to protect American’s business interests.
4. Bad actors are inciting violence in our neighborhood against America’s business interests.
U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce

The premier bi-annual The Americas Security Summit Miami 2019 is on and we’re getting ready for our biggest and best Security Summit yet! Every six months, the U.S Minority Chamber of Commerce (U.S MCC) will provide the very best forum for security awareness against transnational crime. This 2019 edition with a focus on Security and Cyber Intelligence. This two-day Conference includes expert awareness-focused talks, interactive discussions, networking events.

The 2019 Miami Edition to be held at the wonderful Trump National Doral Miami this September 23rd-24^th, 2019. and focus in the cooperating across borders: Tackling Illicit Flows, Kidnapping and Extorsion. For more information: www.securityworld.vip

The Miami Summit 2019 represents a major step forward in the fight against transnational organized crime and signifies the recognition of members and partners of the U.S MCC around our country of the seriousness of the problems posed by it, as well as the need to foster and enhance close international cooperation in order to tackle those problems. The magistral security conference will be attended by more than 100 high-profile and senior decision-makers as well as thought-leaders from around the region, including Mayors, Chiefs of Police, leading personalities of international and non-governmental organizations, high-ranking representatives in the industry and the civil society to engage in an intensive debate during the 2 days of the magistral activity.

The U.S Minority Chamber of Commerce recognizes the importance of cooperation and sharing to ensure a more effective approach to combating the common threats faced by the countries of Latin America and the United States. The Official Agenda is:

Day 1 Friday September 23, 2019

An overview of the Western Hemisphere

8:00 A.M. Welcome Message. Mr. Doug Mayorga, Chairman, U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce

8:15 A.M. International delegation’s presentation Across Central America

8:45 A.M the Contrast of Peru’s Challenges from Central America. Retired Army General Wilson Barrantes, Perú

9:00 A.M. Panel, Transnational Security, Mitigating International Homeland Security threats in the Western Hemisphere: International Law Enforcement Regional Perspectives. Various

10:00 A.M. Miami-Dade Department of Homeland Security, Mitigation, Security and Preparedness in the Face of Transnational Crimes. Brian Rafky, Director of Intelligence, South East Fusion Center Miami

10:30 A.M. Mitigating Homegrown Terrorism in America, Active Shooters in Safe and Public Spaces, address by Chief Orlando Rolon, City of Orlando Chief of Police

11:00 A.M. One on One with the Honorable Mayor of the Rural City of La Mana in Ecuador, Hipolito Carrera: The Rural Communities and the Transnational Crime

11:45 A.M Recess

12:15 NOON: An overview about the U.S Minority Chamber of Commerce, presented by Doug Mayorga, CEO and Founder.

12:25 P.M . Chief Ms. Mirtha Ramos, Miami Dade County Police, the intelligence development trough Fusion able to assist as a Partner to Law Enforcement from Latin America and the Caribbean.

12:45 P.M. Panel, Global Illicit Activities, Securing the Western Hemisphere’s penetrable Borders Through International Cooperation. Tomás Ángeles Dauahare, Retired General, Armed Forces of Mexico

1:15 P.M. The Western Hemisphere: A Beacon of Collaboration, Economic Development for 22nd Century Public and Global Security, Doug Mayorga, Chairman, U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce and Secretary of National Security of Costa Rica, Mr. Michael Soto

2:30 P.M. A One of One the Exponential Growth of Transnational Organized Crime in Mexico, General Tomas Angeles former Sub Secretary of Defense Mexico.

3:45 P.M. The Private Sector of Honduras Speaks out, one on one with Security Private companies about the challenge and development of the crime and reason of illegal immigration

5:00 PM A Welcome Reception

Day 2 Tuesday September 24, 2019

8:00 AM Announcing of the Schools of Transnational Crime in Miami for Latin America & The Caribbean, presented by Doug Mayorga, CEO of the U.S MCC

8:30 AM Addressing Illicit Human and Arms Trade: The Internal Threat to Peru’s economy, tourism and the challenges of ensuring public security of the Andes, Wilson Barrante, Retired General, Peruvian Department of Defense

9:45 A.M. Miami-Dade Police Intelligence and Transnational Investigation Unit, on Global Crimes: Financial Extorsion through Blackmail, Sex Crimes, Business and Illegal Immigration in the Cybersecurity Age. R. Jaime Nuñez, Captain, Miami-Dade Police

10:15 A.M. COFFEE BREAK

10:45 A.M. “The Criminal Activity and Terrorism, Strategies and Challenges for Miami Dade County as the Gateway in Latin America, presented by Chief, Ana Jorge, director of training for Miami Dade County

11:15 A.M. Chief Alfredo G. Larrinaga, Director of Economic Crime, the importance of conducting intelligence against international fraud and money laundry.

11:45 A.M. Chief Jesus Ramirez, Director Narcotic Bureau of Miami Dade County Police Department, the crime of narcotic and kidnappings for ransom.

12:15 NOON – Remark by Hon. Mayor, Mr Hipolito Carrera. A brief presentation about his community

12:30 P.M. Working Lunch Speaker Series, Wilson Barrante, Retired General, 2020 Presidential Candidate, Peru

12:45 P.M. The International Forum: Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica and Honduras, how understanding the criminal culture.

2:00 P.M. International Law Enforcement Tour to Fusion Miami Dade

4:30 P.M. International Tour to Southern Command

6:30 P.M Awards reception dinner

“This premier edition, our mission of the Summit’s success will not be possible without extensive collaboration across foreign actors, members and partners in the United States,” said Doug Mayorga, CEO of the U.S Minority Chamber of Commerce. “The world is evolving, and our summit provides the opportunity to capitalize on our initiatives, explore new ideas, and unify our businesses with our counterpart in the region against criminals, and international threats. Our country is stronger when we counter and mitigate threats with a collective defense, preparedness and partnership”.

About the U.S MCC: Founded in September 2000 and Headquarters in Washington DC, with global centers in in Los Angeles, Miami and Puerto Rico, is preparing a security conference in order to reach main compromise from actors in the international security sector to build public-private partnership- coalitions – not just across borders but also across sectors that include civil society and U.S private enterprise to be localized in affected communities. More information: www.minoritychamber.net

The event will be broadcast, including most of our debates, and disseminate the results of our events via reports, interviews, and social media.

For Interview and RSPV:
Maria Loaisiga
Senior Director- Public Affairs U.S MCC
[email protected]
786-406-2190

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Mazda Announces Partnership With The National Football Foundation’s William V. Campbell Trophy®

September 19, 2019

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Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com.

IRVINE, California, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda announced today a three-year partnership with the National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame to support the William V. Campbell Trophy^®presented by Mazda, college football’s premier scholar-athlete award.

“For three decades, the William V. Campbell Trophy^® has recognized individuals who best reflect humility, dedication and inventive approaches to overcoming challenges. These individuals have a strong commitment to their teammates, academics and community,” said Dino Bernacchi, chief marketing officer for Mazda North American Operations. “Born out of Hiroshima, Japan, Mazda holds dear that same philosophy: pushing past boundaries, realizing potential and inspiring others to do the same.”

This college football season, Mazda is proud to launch its Power of Potential Platform, a program developed to honor individuals making a difference, pushing to their potential and inspiring others. The platform will kick off by sponsoring The William V. Campbell Trophy^®presented by Mazda, which ranks as one of college football’s most sought after and competitive awards, recognizing an individual as the best in the country for his combined academic success, football performance and community leadership. Past recipients have gone on to impressive careers, ranging from doctors to corporate executives, with gridiron greats such as Peyton Manning (Tennessee) and Christian Wilkins (Clemson).

Other past winners include John Urschel, a standout player at Penn State. Following a successful professional football career, he retired to pursue a Ph.D. in mathematics from MIT and is now a published mathematician. Urschel recently penned a New York Times op-ed, “Math Teachers Should Be More Like Football Coaches,” citing a lack of academic encouragement during his own childhood. He even works to inspire the next generation to drive their interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

“At the heart of the National Football Foundation is the nation’s premier scholar-athlete award, The William V. Campbell Trophy^® presented by Mazda – a distinguished honor bestowed to those who meet the highest standards of on-field performance, academic excellence and community leadership,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning. “That same pedigree is required of our partners, which is why we are proud to work with Mazda, who shares our common mission of inspiring others to reach their full potential.”

First awarded in 1990, the trophy is named in honor of the late Bill Campbell, the former chairman of Intuit and a former player and head football coach at Columbia University. His impact and success was recently chronicled in the “Trillion Dollar Coach: The Leadership Playbook of Silicon Valley’s Bill Campbell,” co-authored by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.

This year’s finalists will be announced on October 30th and the 30th William V. Campbell Trophy^® presented by Mazda will be awarded during the 62nd NFF Annual Awards Dinner in New York City on December 10th.

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About The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame
Founded in 1947 with early leadership from General Douglas MacArthur, legendary Army coach Earl “Red” Blaik and immortal journalist Grantland Rice, The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame is a non-profit educational organization that runs programs designed to use the power of amateur football in developing scholarship, citizenship and athletic achievement in young people. With 120 chapters and 12,000 members nationwide, NFF programs include Football Matters®, the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, The William V. Campbell Trophy® presented by Mazda, annual scholarships of more than $1.3 million and a series of initiatives to honor the legends of the past and inspire the leaders of the future. NFF corporate partners include Delta Air Lines, Fidelity Investments, Goodyear, Herff Jones, Mazda, New York Athletic Club, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses, the Sports Business Journal, SportsManias, Under Armour and VICIS. Learn more at footballfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @NFFNetwork.

About The National College Football Awards Association
The William V. Campbell Trophy^®presented by Mazda is a member of the National College Football Awards Association (NCFAA), which encompasses the most prestigious awards in college football. Founded in 1997, the NCFAA and its 25 awards now boast over 800 recipients, dating to 1935. Visit ncfaa.org to learn more about the association.

About Mazda North American Operations
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.

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HITEC Launches Inaugural Hall of Fame; Recognizes Tech Industry Trailblazers

September 19, 2019

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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Hispanic Information Technology Executive Council (HITEC) announced today the launch of the HITEC Hall of Fame. This new and exclusive recognition will celebrate the success of a select group of Hispanic technology leaders who have achieved the highest levels of professional success and who have a strong commitment to helping lift up the next generation of leaders.

HITEC is proud to recognize the following industry giants as the inaugural inductees into the HITEC Hall of Fame:

Gene Alvarez, Distinguished VP Analyst, Chief of Research, Applications, Gartner, Inc.
Thaddeus Arroyo, Chief Executive Officer, AT&T Business, AT&T
Frank DeArmas, Chief Information Officer, Workforce Logiq
Guillermo Diaz, Jr., Senior Vice President, Customer Transformation, Cisco
David Olivencia, Managing Director, Cloud Advisory, Accenture
Ileana Rivera, Senior Director of IT, Computing and Client Productivity Services, Cisco
Myrna Soto, Chief Operating Officer, Digital Hands
Alberto Yépez, Co-Founder and Managing Director, ForgePoint Capital

Since its inception, HITEC has developed a strong and dynamic network of leading technology executives from across the country. In addition to the impact these individuals have bestowed to the technology industry, these leaders have also engaged in meaningful ways with the HITEC community.

“This group of exemplary leaders represents the best of our community,” said HITEC President Omar Duque. “Their professional success and commitment to helping the next generation of technology leaders merits this prestigious recognition and more. They have blazed a wide trail for all of us and we look forward to celebrating their leadership at the HITEC Awards Gala on October 24th,” Duque said.

HITEC is the premier global executive leadership organization of senior business and technology executives. Part of the organization’s mission is to celebrate and increase Hispanic representation, building stronger technology and executive leaders in the diversity-challenged technology industry.

The HITEC Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized during the HITEC Awards Gala benefiting the HITEC Foundation on October 24, 2019 held at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront.

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4 coaches from the Americas shortlisted as “Future Stars” by Arsenal and WorldRemit

September 19, 2019

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LONDON, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, WorldRemit announces that 4 applicants from the Americas have been shortlisted for its Future Stars programme. Of these 4 coaches, one is a woman.

WorldRemit and Arsenal launched the second edition of the Future Stars programme in August to recognise the valuable contributions that grassroots youth football coaches make to their communities by teaching the children they train life skills on and off the pitch.

Through the programme, WorldRemit will sponsor two winners – one male and one female – to fly to London for a personalised training session with Arsenal Football Development coaches.

Entries for Future Stars closed on 4 September, and the programme received over 1,400 entries from coaches from across Africa and the Americas.

A panel of judges from WorldRemit and Arsenal Football Development reviewed the applications and selected 20 semi-finalists, including 4 coaches from the Americas, based on the following criteria:

The commitment of the coach to improving the lives of their community
The impact the coach has had on young people within their community
The strength of the coach’s proposal to pass on their training on their return home

In recognition of their commitment to using football to bring their communities together, the 20 semi-finalists will receive Arsenal shirts for their youth squad.

What’s next for the semi-finalists?

From the 20 semi-finalists, the judging panel will select eight coaches – four male and four female – as finalists. Their stories will be shared on futurestars.worldremit.com in late October and the two winners will be chosen based on a public vote on the website.

Daniel Canning, Managing Director of North America said: “Congratulations to the 4 semi-finalists from across the Americas!

“Our business is all about connecting communities, no matter where they are in the world. We developed Future Stars to celebrate the amazing work that football coaches do to support young people, and have been so impressed by the quality and diversity of the applications this year.”

Simon McManus, Head Coach at Arsenal Football Development, added: “Arsenal is thrilled to partner with WorldRemit to recognize coaches who use the power of football to inspire and support young people across the globe.

“We have one of the most successful women’s sides in the world and are committed to encouraging greater participation in the sport among women. Through this edition of Future Stars, we hope to further amplify the positive impact that female coaches have on their communities.”

Coaches in the Future Stars shortlist from the Americas

Colombia

Luis Alejandro Castañeda Vargas, Coach at Cundinamarca Soccer team in Bogota.

Vivian Johana Pirateque Garzón, Coach at Iguaran F. C. Academy, in Bogota.

Mexico

Arnaldo Correa Plata, Coach in Mexico City.

Jamaica

Tashana Samantha Vincent, Coach at Ballaz International and St. Hugh Preparatory in Portmore.

About WorldRemit
WorldRemit is changing the way people send money. It’s easy – just open the app or visit the website – no more agents, no more queues.

Send money 24/7 from 50 to 150 countries.
More ways to receive money (mobile money, bank transfer, cash pickup, and mobile airtime top-up).
Our award-winning customer service team are available to help 24/7.
Over 125,000 5-star reviews for our app.
Backed by Accel, TCV and Leapfrog – early investors in Facebook, Netflix and Slack.

WorldRemit’s global headquarters are in London, UK with offices in the United States, Canada, Colombia, South Africa, Singapore, the Philippines, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

About Arsenal

Arsenal Football Club was born when a group of workers at Dial Square armaments factory in Woolwich, notably exiled Scotsman David Danskin and Jack Humble, decided to form a football team to break the monotony of factory life.

Since that Dial Square team played its first match against Eastern Wanderers in 1886, Arsenal has gone on to become one of London’s most successful football clubs and one of the most famous names in modern football with millions of passionate followers worldwide.

Steeped in history and tradition, Arsenal Football Club has thrived on a pioneering and innovative spirit that has existed throughout its 133 years in existence. While society and football may have changed during this time, Arsenal has always served to create a sense of community for people in north London, across the UK and around the world.

Since 2015 Arsenal have operated a commercial office in Singapore, as well as at Highbury House, north London.

Isabel Bolivar
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Marketing Manager, North America

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