ZF Increases Sales for the Year under Review and Invests in Next Generation Mobility Solutions

April 4, 2019

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany, April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ZF Friedrichshafen AG has achieved increased sales during the 2018 financial year. The Group’s sales increased – adjusted for exchange rate effects and M&A activities – by approximately 6 percent to EUR 36.9 billion (prior year: EUR 36.4 billion). The adjusted EBIT amounted to EUR 2.1 billion (prior year: EUR 2.3 billion). The adjusted EBIT margin was 5.6 percent (prior year: 6.4 percent). At the end of December, ZF employed 148,969 staff worldwide (prior year: 146,148). With its Next Generation Mobility strategy, ZF is pursuing the vision of providing people with safe, clean, and affordable mobility.

“We are shaping the rapidly advancing transformation of the mobility industry to provide our customers with convincing system solutions for next generation mobility. Our results show that we are well positioned for the challenges of the future,” said Wolf-Henning Scheider, CEO of ZF Friedrichshafen AG, at the presentation of the annual results in Friedrichshafen this week. To continue its technology leadership, ZF increased its expenditure in research & development (R&D) in 2018 by an additional 11 percent. Adjusted for accounting changes, ZF spent a total of EUR 2.5 billion (prior year: EUR 2.2 billion) on R&D; this corresponds to an R&D cost ratio of 6.7 percent.

Focus on Mobility and Transport Services
In the booming sector of “Mobility/Transport as a Service,” ZF is creating new mobility products such as the e.GO People Mover. This electrically powered minibus, which will be fitted with autonomous-driving features in the future, will be on the road in the first test fleets in Aachen and Friedrichshafen in the fall. A few weeks ago, ZF also announced the majority stake in 2getthere, a Dutch supplier of autonomous electric passenger transport systems. “The investment was an important step for us as 2getthere has more than 30 years experience in the autonomous passenger transport market as well as unique engineering and software skills,” added Scheider. The automated guided vehicles from 2getthere have already transported more than 14 million passengers in several major cities, harbors, and airports around the world – wholly electrically, reliably, and profitably. The long-standing experience means the availability of the 2getthere mobility systems is over 99.7 percent.

Long-Term Success Thanks to Hybrid Transmissions
As well as new mobility solutions, ZF is also further developing its successfully established products such as the 8-speed automatic transmission for passenger cars – primarily through electrification. This week, ZF signed a supply contract with BMW AG for its enhanced 8-speed automatic transmission including a hybrid variant. The long-term contract represents the largest order of automatic transmissions in the history of the company, confirming the importance of hybrid technology for future individual mobility.

In terms of electrification, ZF’s electrical central drive for passenger cars will also start production with a vehicle manufacturer this year. Furthermore, there is strong demand for its electrical portal axle for city buses which is already successfully established in the market. ZF has won several new orders from bus manufacturers. “ZF has made e-buses marketable in Europe,” said Scheider.

Planned Acquisition of WABCO Strengthens Commercial Vehicle Division
Another important step for ZF is the planned acquisition of WABCO. “The planned takeover is part of our strategy and expands the company’s competence in commercial vehicle braking for the first time,” said Scheider. “We will be able to provide our customers with comprehensive system solutions for the safe and automated transport of passengers and goods.” Last week, ZF announced the takeover of WABCO – a globally leading supplier of braking control systems, technologies, and services for the enhancement of safety, efficiency, and networking of trucks, buses, and trailers – for USD 136.50 per share. This corresponds to a total value of around USD 7 billion. The takeover is expected to be concluded early next year and will help make ZF less dependent in the long term on the cycles of the passenger vehicle market. WABCO employs approximately 16,000 people worldwide and reported sales of EUR 3.2 billion last year.

Structural Changes Make ZF Faster
To enable a faster and more direct response to different market requirements, ZF introduced a dual operating system, which supports various speed and organization models. As part of this process, the previous Active & Passive Safety Technology Division will be divided into three Divisions: Passive Safety Systems, Active Safety Systems, and Electronics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). To these, system and project centers will be added, driving cross-divisional topics like automated driving or electromobility. “These new structures and processes simplify our hierarchies and complexity. We can react faster and serve our customers even better,” said Scheider.

Solid Economic Development
With a result of EUR 36.9 billion (prior year: EUR 36.4 billion), ZF exceeded its sales projection of EUR 36.5 billion for 2018. Compared to 2017, sales increased nominally by 1.3 percent. Adjusted for exchange rate effects and M&A activities, sales grew organically by around 6 percent and thus outperformed the market. The Commercial Vehicle Technology (plus 12 percent) and Industrial Technology (plus 13 percent) Divisions, in particular, recorded above-average organic sales growth.

The adjusted EBIT of EUR 2.1 billion (prior year: EUR 2.3 billion) is substantially influenced by the increase in expenditure for R&D, increased material prices, adverse exchange rate effects, and a weakening market environment. The adjusted EBIT margin was 5.6 percent; the free cash flow adjusted for corporate acquisitions and sales was EUR 0.9 billion.

ZF has continued to reduce its liabilities incurred from the TRW acquisition. “In the fiscal year just ended, we reduced the gross debt by EUR 1.4 billion to EUR 5.0 billion, further strengthening our company’s financial independence,” said ZF Chief Financial Officer Dr. Konstantin Sauer. “With an equity ratio of 28 percent, ZF has a solid economic foundation.” At the end of 2017, the equity ratio was only 24 percent.

Slight Increase in Number of Employees
On December 31, 2018, ZF employed 148,969 staff worldwide (prior year: 146,148). Additional positions have been created as a consequence of the expansion especially in the areas of automated driving and electromobility, primarily in the North America and Asia-Pacific regions. Worldwide, more than 17,000 employees are working on R&D projects.

Market Environment Remains Tense
Ongoing uncertainties in the political and economic development of many countries, as well as new regulatory frameworks for emission legislation continue to create a tense and challenging environment worldwide. Considering the expected development of the market, and assuming constant exchange rates, ZF expects Group sales in 2019 of between EUR 37 billion and EUR 38 billion. ZF is targeting an adjusted EBIT margin of between 5.0 percent and 5.5 percent, as well as a free cash flow adjusted for corporate acquisitions and sales of around EUR 1 billion. “Our broad product portfolio, trendsetting technical concepts, and our network make us an attractive systems supplier for our customers; together we can pave the way for the mobility of the next generation,” said ZF Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Scheider.

Overview of the Most Important Key Figures

	2018	2017
ZF consolidated Group sales	EUR 36.9 billion	EUR 36.4 billion
Employees worldwide	148,969	146,148
EBIT (adjusted)	EUR 2.1 billion	EUR 2.3 billion
EBIT margin (adjusted)	5.6 %	6.4 %
R&D expenditure	EUR 2.5 billion	EUR 2.2 billion
Fixed asset investments	EUR 1.6 billion	EUR 1.4 billion
Equity ratio	28%	24%
Free cash flow (adjusted)	EUR 891 million	EUR 1.8 billion
Sales Europe	EUR 17.4 billion	EUR 17.4 billion
– thereof in Germany	EUR 7.4 billion	EUR 7.7 billion
Sales North America	EUR 10.3 billion	EUR 10.0 billion
Sales South America	EUR 1.0 billion	EUR 1.1 billion
Sales Asia-Pacific	EUR 8.0 billion	EUR 7.8 billion
– thereof in China	EUR 6.2 billion	EUR 5.9 billion
Sales Africa	EUR 233 million	EUR 199 million

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

ZF is a global technology company and supplies systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. With its comprehensive technology portfolio, the company offers integrated solutions for established vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. ZF continually enhances its systems in the areas of digital connectivity and automation in order to allow vehicles to see, think and act.

In 2018, ZF achieved sales of €36.9 billion. The company has a global workforce of 149,000 with approximately 230 locations in 40 countries. ZF invests over six percent of its sales in research and development annually.

For further press information please visit: www.zf.com

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2019 Mazda6 Brings Safety To The Forefront

April 4, 2019

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2019 Mazda6 Brings Safety To The Forefront

IRVINE, Calif., April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda vehicles are designed with the driver in mind and having an active approach to safety can help build upon a premium driving experience with even more peace of mind. Confident driving is better driving, and the updates to the 2019 Mazda6 demonstrate Mazda’s commitment to providing its customers with advanced safety technologies.

In the previous model year, the two top-tier trims, Signature and Grand Touring Reserve, allowed customers to enjoy another level of sophistication with plenty of premium features for the midsize sedan. Likewise, customers were excited about the turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5T engine being added to the powertrain lineup. Following that success, for the first-time ever, all 2019 Mazda6 trim levels are now standard with the entire suite of i-Activsense safety and driver-assisting technologies.

G-Vectoring Control Plus is also standard for 2019 and further improves the steering response to help the driver and all occupants experience a smooth, premium driving experience.

Mazda6 Sport comes with an efficient Skyactiv-G 2.5 engine rated to deliver 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. Cylinder-deactivation technology is standard on Mazda6’s 2.5-liter engine, which shuts off its two outside cylinders in cruising conditions for even more efficiency. A quick-shifting Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission is equipped on all Mazda6 models and includes a Sport Mode that recalibrates the gear ratios for more spirited driving.

As mentioned, the i-Activsense safety features now standard in the Mazda6 Sport include Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist, Smart Brake Support and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with stop and go function. This is in addition to other standard safety features such as Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, rearview camera and a new seat belt reminder indicator for all passengers. Automatic on/off headlights, High Beam Control, rain sensing windshield wipers join standard LED headlight with auto-leveling, LED taillights, 17-inch alloy wheels and dual exhaust outlets. Inside, occupants can enjoy the Mazda Connect^TMinfotainment system with eight-inch full color, touch screen display, six-speaker audio system, Bluetooth phone and audio pairing, two USB audio inputs, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone climate control, push-button start, remote keyless entry and electronic parking brake, amongst other standard features.

Mazda6 Touring includes all of the convenience and safety features in the Mazda6 Sport, but upgrades to integrate Apple CarPlay^TM and Android Auto^TM capabilities, leatherette-trimmed seats, heated front seats, six-way power driver’s seat with manual lumbar support, Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry System power moonroof, 19-inch alloy wheels and two rear seat USB charging ports.

Further heightening the premium experience, Mazda6 Grand Touring boasts the aforementioned turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5T engine, which can generate a robust 310 lb-ft of torque from just 2,000 RPM and up to 250 horsepower with 93 octane gasoline (227 horsepower with 87 octane gasoline). Mazda6 Grand Touring trim levels and above are upgraded with larger front ventilated brake discs; increasing to a diameter of 12.6-inches from to the outgoing model’s 11.7-inches. This trim level also adds a BOSE® 11-speaker premium audio system, SiriusXM satellite radio with three-month trial subscription, auto-diming interior mirror and driver-side mirror, heated side mirrors and paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel.

Building upon the previous trim level, Mazda6 Grand Touring Reserve incorporates many premium features typically found in luxury midsize sedans. These includes a windshield-projected, full-color Active Driving Display head-up unit with Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Front-lighting system, black or Parchment leather-trimmed seats, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, new automatic power folding side mirrors, eight-way power and memory driver’s seat with power lumbar support and six-way power passenger’s seat. The styling is also enhanced with a sophisticated, yet sporty bright silver finish 19-inch alloy wheels, LED signature lighting headlights and rear lip spoiler.

Finally, the upper echelon for this midsize sedan is the Mazda6 Signature, an aspiration trim level brimming with premium amenities. One can’t help but notice the gunmetal front grille, that helps provide an aggressive appearance inviting all to step inside. The sophisticated interior is available in either Parchment or Deep Chestnut Nappa leather and adorned with authentic Japanese Sen wood and gilded UltraSuede interior accents. A 360º View Monitor with front and rear parking sensors, seven-inch TFT reconfigurable digital gauge display, Mazda navigation system and SiriusXM three-year Traffic and Travel Link subscription add to the convenient and safety features of the Mazda6. The black headliner, frameless rearview mirror, LED ambient lights and unique stitching on the leather-wrapped steering wheel complete the heightened look and feel.

As Mazda continues to build a strong, emotional bond with its customers, it understands that there are still many fans of midsize sedans and is dedicated to providing refined, premium options. With its unique combination of driving character, safety technology and premium accommodations, the 2019 Mazda6, arriving in dealerships nationwide in April 2019, continues to provide a compelling choice.

MSRP[2] for the 2019 Mazda6 is as follows:

Mazda6 Sport	$23,800
Mazda6 Touring	$26,400
Mazda6 Grand Touring	$29,500
Mazda6 Grand Touring Reserve	$32,000
Mazda6 Signature	$35,100

Premium Paint Colors:

Soul Red Crystal	$595
Machine Gray Metallic	$300
Snowflake White Pearl Mica	$200

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.

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[1] Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price does not include $920 for destination and handling or additional taxes or fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.

[2] Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price does not include $920 for destination and handling or additional taxes or fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.

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SOMOS Group: A Decade Of Growth In Synergy

April 4, 2019

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SOMOS Group: A Decade Of Growth In Synergy

MIAMI, April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SOMOS Group, the group of media and entertainment companies, chaired by Luis Villanueva, reached its ten years in business. On April 4th 2009, Luis Villanueva, along with a group of professionals from the media and entertainment industry, founded SOMOSTV (company that operates in the Spanish pay-television market) and SOMOS Distribution (distribution business of international content internationally). Throughout these years, SOMOS Group has become a diversified entity in different entertainment business areas, production, distribution of content on new and traditional platforms and television pay channels.

Luis Villanueva, president and CEO of SOMOS Group, stated: “Fulfilling a decade in this industry that is always changing by new technologies and influenced by its audience’s new habits, is a milestone that makes us proud, especially when all our companies are performing successfully in the market. We have managed to form a technical, creative and executive team that has been able to position each of our companies within its space as a reference of quality and expertise. I am very grateful for our team and our clients, and I hope to continue with this dynamic of growth based on synergies and positive results.” The executive also commented, “ten years ago we began a new professional phase that I personally assumed as an entrepreneur and business promoter, and I feel satisfied with the work we have done by employing more and more professionals from this exciting industry and in such a competitive market.”

Mr. Villanueva said that progressively the Group’s objective has been to extend its business from the distribution areas to the production and co-production of contents, establishing synergies with its other companies.

From SOMOS TV, the production and distribution of its pay-TV channels, ViendoMovies (commercial-free movie channel) and Semillitas (entertainment signal for infants and preschool children), the group has managed to impact the market with its own Spanish contents. In SOMOS Productions, the company has accomplished big partnerships with prestigious companies such as Disney and Endemol. The company also ventures into the live production of the Latin American Music Awards and the Billboard Mexican Music Awards for Telemundo.

The Group participates in the production of feature films with SOMOS Films, which has co-produced films such as “Muerte en Berruecos”, the murder of the Venezuelan admiral Antonio Jose de Sucre, and “Voy Por Ti”, a teenage drama that premiered worldwide at the recent Miami International Film Festival.

To close, SOMOS Next successfully distributes content through its platforms FlixLatino (movies, documentaries, series) and Pinguinitos (children’s animation), as well as directly through the online stores.

About SOMOS Group: SOMOS Group is an independent pool of companies dedicated to all aspects of the audiovisual entertainment business. Experienced and widely respected professionals in the industry anchor each member of SOMOS Group. For more information visit www.somosgroup.com

Contact: Lucia Pineda, [email protected]

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Exclusive Condo-Hotel Captiva by Cana Rock launches its Founders’ Club

April 4, 2019

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SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Captiva by Cana Rock, a luxury condo hotel located in Bávaro, Punta Cana, commercialized by Ankrom Group, a firm specializing in Tourism Real Estate and Cana Rock, a development group responsible for the residential tourist complexes Cana Rock Condos, Star, Galaxy and Universe in Cana Bay, is officially launching its Founders’ Club, for those seeking to enjoy the best yield and benefits from this exclusive development.

The twenty-five positions available for purchase will be available for occupancy by local and international investors seeking unique advantages as owners. It has 150 two- and three-bedroom apartments, and a central interior space that will offer services and amenities such as the only luxury concierge in the Caribbean. “The concierge will provide services of any kind 24/7, to give that experience of exclusiveness that this project is aiming for,” explains Ankrom Group President, Steven Ankrom.

Members of the Founders’ Club will have facilities in purchasing this property that is conceived to offer a style of life both delightful and secure, as well as special offerings in the way of events, and unlimited access to exclusive parties, among other things. “The investor will be part of an Income Management Program for which there is a guaranteed return,” says Javier Hermana, President of Cana Rock.

The investment in Captiva is backed up by the security of acquiring a real estate asset intended for the real economy. “Condo hotels don’t depend on exchange rate fluctuations or the whims of financial markets, so they offer stability and security when it comes to investing,” Hermana notes.

About Captiva

Deep in the very heart of Cana Bay, Punta Cana, with views of the lake and the 9^th Hole, is the project that is going to have first-class finishings, and an architectural design expressing contemporary luxury and close attention to detail. Its sales center is available, and is projecting 24 months for delivery. http://captivapuntacana.com/

About Ankrom Group

A leading business consultant with global reach and headquarters in the Dominican Republic. It offers services with an integrated vision to generate sales and specialized focus on tourism, real estate and financial segments.

About Cana Rock

Developers of tourist apartments, located at Hard Rock Golf Course in Cana Bay, which benefits from Law 158-01 (CONFOTUR). Its projects are sold or rented keyed to the condo-hotel concept.

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We Are All Human’s “Hispanic Leadership Summit: Chicago” Set for April 26th; Leaders will Convene to Advance the Priorities of U.S. Hispanics

April 4, 2019

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CHICAGO, April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Local, regional and national Hispanic community leaders from a diverse range of industries and sectors will be convening on Friday, April 26 for Hispanic Leadership Summit: Chicago, the first in a series of regional summits to be hosted this year by the non-profit We Are All Human. The regional summits aim to further identify strategies and actions for advancing the priorities of the U.S. Hispanic community.

Co-hosts for this Chicago regional summit are Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr., president & co-founder, USHLI; Richard Edelman, president & CEO, Edelman; Jose Luis Prado, chairman & CEO, Evans Foods Group; and Claudia Romo Edelman, founder, We Are All Human.

Featured speakers include:

Teri Arvesu, vice president of Content, Univision Communications, Inc
Raul Raymundo, CEO, The Resurrection Project
Howard Tullman, executive director, Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship at the Illinois Institute of Technology
Monoswita Saha, manager, Education, IBM Corporate Citizenship
Mark Madrid, CEO, Latino Business Action Network
Michael Lev, Editorial Board member, The Chicago Tribune
Michael O’Grady, chairman, president & CEO, Northern Trust
Samara Mejia Hernandez, principal, Math Venture Partners
Ricardo Estrada, president & CEO, Metropolitan Family Services

Hispanic Leadership Summit: Chicago builds on progress achieved at We Are All Human’s first annual Hispanic Leadership Summit, which took place last December at the United Nations. At this inaugural event, more than 250 leaders of the community voted on a “Vision 2020” for the U.S. Hispanic community that focused on three top priorities: access to education, financial empowerment, and improving the image of Latinos and Hispanics. You can find a report summarizing the outcomes from Hispanic Leadership Summit 2018 here.

The Chicago event will dive deeper into Hispanic-community-wide priorities, inviting debate and discussion around what specific actions should be taken to ensure meaningful progress is made towards the “Vision 2020”, particularly in advance of next year’s presidential elections. In 2017, Hispanics became Chicago’s largest minority community, representing nearly a third of the city’s total population.

“Chicago is the ideal city for our first regional Hispanic Leadership Summit,” said Claudia Romo Edelman, founder of We Are All Human. “By engaging Hispanic leaders regionally, we are able to support local leaders to take action and build on the momentum achieved by our “Vision 2020″. With presidential elections nearing, we want to ensure the Hispanic community’s voice is heard. We want all Americans to know that the priorities of U.S. Hispanics are no different than theirs.”

The Chicago summit takes place at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, from noon to 5p.m. CST, with registration opening at 11a.m. CST. The event occurs in conjunction with the 37^th annual National Leadership Career Summit & Awards Gala being held April 25-26 at the Radisson by the national nonprofit Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE).

The full program for Hispanic Leadership Summit: Chicago and a list of the members of the event’s Strategic Advisory Committee can be found here.

About We Are All Human
We Are All Human is a foundation dedicated to advancing the agenda of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our vision is for every human to value every human. Our mission is to advocate for every human to be respected and empowered by focusing on our common humanity. By focusing on the universal values that make us all human, we can reach common ground, eliminate discrimination and achieve a more equitable society.

In October 2018, the foundation unveiled the results of its Hispanic Sentiment Study, which explored the views of the U.S. Hispanic/Latino community pertaining to politics, business, education, and personal values. Conducted online September 15-19, 2018 by the global communications firm Zeno Group, the study surveyed more than 2,500 Hispanics/Latinos, aged 14 and older, across the United States.

For more information, visit www.WeAreAllHuman.org.

For inquiries, contact:

[email protected].

Paula Otero, La Kart People
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Paradigm-Changing Cybersecurity Firm StealthPath Appoints Russ Berkoff as President

April 4, 2019

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RESTON, Va., April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — StealthPath Inc., an innovative cybersecurity company providing international patent pending defense-in-depth for critical infrastructure today announced that Russ Berkoff has been appointed President. “Russ is a global leader with more than 30 years of senior leadership experience, and we are extremely pleased to have him join StealthPath,” said Andrew Gordon, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. “He comes to StealthPath Inc. with a proven track record of game changing success and will play a critical role during this important period as we scale the company into a number of new markets.”

Berkoff is a seasoned senior executive, leader, and strategist with extensive experience in the government and commercial sectors. Prior to joining StealthPath Inc., Berkoff was Senior Vice President for Cybersecurity, Intelligence, and Investigation Services for Nuix, Inc., an e-Discovery and Information Governance company. Previous experience includes senior executive and consultancy roles at A.T. Kearney, The PTR Group, and Dell Computers, where he led sales and strategy for the $383 million U.S. Special Operations Command Specialty Services Program. He started his business career at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Mr. Berkoff is a retired U.S. Army Green Beret officer. He returned to government service after 9/11, joining the National Security Agency (NSA) to provide strategic planning and forecasting for the Global War on Terrorism for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Undersecretary for Defense for intelligence. He continues to provide insight on national security and cybersecurity issues through the RAND Corporation initiatives and others.

A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and the Naval Postgraduate School in Defense Analysis, Mr. Berkoff also holds a master’s degree in finance from Loyola University Maryland Sellinger School of Business.

StealthPath (www.stealthpath.com) is a game-changing cybersecurity solution, purpose-built to address the vulnerabilities of industrial controls and machine to machine interactions. Its global patent supported approach provides fundamental prevention, efficiently implementing a “zero-trust” solution at the protocol/message level, ensuring that port utilization, access, messages, and protocols are consistent with intended functionality. It doesn’t just detect exploits, it stops them before they can do damage, eliminating zero-day and other OS and application vulnerabilities. In the process, it also increases operational stability by eliminating accidental events caused by software failure or human error. The solution footprint is extremely minimal, with frictionless implementation complementing exiting applications and processes. For more information contact Samantha at: [email protected].

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Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide Mexico’s Premier Pro Wrestling Organization Invades New York September 15, 2019 At Madison Square Garden

April 4, 2019

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NEW YORK, April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — An impressive roster of leading Mexican and internationally-known pro wrestlers will “invade New York” when Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, Mexico’s premier pro wrestling organization, presents one of their legendary spectacles at Madison Square Garden on September 15th, 2019.

This will be the first time that Lucha Libre AAA presents an event of this magnitude in the main arena at Madison Square Garden. Tickets go on sale on another noteworthy date for the Mexican community, May 5th, “Cinco de Mayo.”

The date of the September 15th event is expected to attract an audience of Lucha Libre AAA fans from New York’s Mexican and Hispanic communities, as well as the area’s die-hard pro wrestling fans. Dorian Roldán, Managing Director of Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide said, “The timing of the event on September 15th is very important for everyone of Mexican heritage. It is the eve of Mexican Independence Day and is also recognized in the U.S. as the ‘unofficial’ kick-off of Hispanic Heritage promotions. We anticipate that all of New York’s diverse Hispanic community will join us at Madison Square Garden to enjoy this truly-Mexican spectacle in New York’s most iconic sports venue.”

Roldán added, “Our firm is going through a very important moment of globalization, that has allowed us to place Mexican lucha libre and its wrestlers, known as luchadores, at a new level. Lucha libre is a sport and a performance that offers the opportunity for families and fans of all social levels to gather together and surrender in front of the mysticism and dedication of the wrestlers, anywhere in the world”.

The pro-wrestling event will feature the spectacle that loyal Lucha Libre AAA fans are accustomed to experiencing, and are representative of this famous brand, including the colorful aspect of the wrestlers’ masks and outfits, and the dramatic, exciting matches in the ring. Roldan continued, “The entire experience will transport attendees to Mexico, in a flash. Whether Latino, Mexican or American, all fans will enjoy the richness of Mexico’s culture, with a bit of nostalgia, in the midst of New York City.”

The full roster of wrestlers who are confirmed to appear will be released at a later date.

For more information and for images, visit www.luchalibreaaapresskit.com

About Lucha Libre AAA

Lucha Libre AAA is a media and entertainment company founded in 1992 by Antonio Peña Herrada and manages the IP of the “AAA” brand and another 250 characters in its league. The company produces Lucha Libre events globally in various venues. In addition to working with a multitude of sponsors, the league has released an animated movie and videogame in the Mexican market. Lucha Libre AAA develops multiple hours of content per week that is aired on TV Azteca in Mexico as well as various digital platforms.

Contact:	Rafael Eli, Schramm Marketing Group
	212-983-0219 / [email protected]

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2019 Mazda6 Brings Safety To The Forefront

April 4, 2019

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