Disneyland Resort Celebrates Lunar New Year with a Touch of Disney Magic, Jan. 25 to Feb. 17, 2019

January 9, 2019

Disneyland Resort guests may ring in the Year of the Pig with 24 days of Lunar New Year celebrations at Disney California Adventure Park, Jan. 25 to Feb. 17, 2019. A joyous celebration of Asian cultures, Lunar New Year welcomes guests of all ages to commemorate traditions with beloved Disney characters and welcome another year of good fortune.

ANAHEIM, California, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Disneyland Resort rings in the Year of the Pig this Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Park, Friday, Jan. 25 to Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019. During the 24 days of this multicultural celebration, guests will experience exciting live entertainment and musical performances, including an enhanced “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession,” fun-filled arts and crafts, beautiful décor, delicious cuisine and themed merchandise for the whole family to enjoy. Even the Three Little Pigs join in the fun with a rare appearance.

Guests at the Lunar New Year celebration will discover a touch of Disney magic as they experience Asian culture through inspired food, music and entertainment with their family and friends, all to welcome another year of good fortune. Lunar New Year, traditionally celebrated within Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures, commemorates the moment when both the sun and the moon begin their journey for another year. Highlights of the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure include:

“Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession,” a bright and bold parade hosted by Mulan and her faithful dragon, Mushu, that honors Lunar New Year and celebrates family and friendship. As a special treat for the Year of the Pig, the Three Little Pigs (Fiddler, Fifer and Practical) join the procession in their full holiday garb, along with Goofy in his “god of Good Fortune” attire and Chip ‘n’ Dale in their red vests. “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” is enhanced this year with a longer processional route, from Pixar Pier to Paradise Gardens Park, where guests will gather to watch the festivities. A troupe of Chinese performers bring additional dancers, martial artists and drummers to add extra excitement to the beautiful and colorful procession.
Beloved characters Mulan, Mushu, Pluto, Mickey and Minnie donning their Lunar New Year attire and greeting guests at Paradise Gardens Park.
Four Asian marketplaces offering delightful foods inspired by Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures, all with a Disney twist. New this year is the Sip and Savor pass, available for any guest to purchase if they wish to get the best value as they taste their way through the festive Asian marketplaces.

Longevity Noodle Co.
Lucky 8 Lantern
Prosperity Bao & Buns
Red Dragon Spice Traders

A special Lunar New Year menu at Paradise Garden Grill that offers items inspired by traditional Asian fare, plus a new Festival Food and Beverage Cart inside Paradise Gardens.
Live, daily performances with authentic musicians.

New this year, the Melody of China ensemble entertains guests with Chinese classical, folk and contemporary music, with a trio of artists that play the yangqin (Chinese dulcimer), pipa (Chinese lute) and Erhu (Chinese fiddle).
Vietnamese artist Dat Nguyen plays traditional and original compositions on classical guitar, lute, flute and melodica at Paradise Garden Bandstand.

An area for guests to try complimentary arts and crafts with local artisans, including Chinese calligraphy, paper lantern making and face painting.
A Lucky Wishing Wall, where guests may add their own wishes for a wonderful future.
Beautiful Lunar New Year décor, including ornamental lanterns and banners wishing guests a Happy Lunar New Year in English, Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese.
New Lunar New Year merchandise inspired by different cultures of East Asia.

Special items all the way from Shanghai Disney Resort, including traditional red envelopes for gift-giving, Minnie Mouse ear headbands, lantern glow wands and more.
Commemorative items with Lunar New Year designs, including a limited-edition pin, adult hoody and tees.

In addition, the Disneyland Resort is offering special, limited-time ticket and hotel offers during the Lunar New Year celebration, making this an ideal time for guests to visit Disney California Adventure. Guests may find more information at Disneyland.com.

About the Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District, comprising unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s hotels are the luxurious, 948-room Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which also features 50 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club units; the magical, 973-room Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and the 481-room Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with its “day-at-the-beach” theme. For information on attractions and vacations at the Disneyland Resort, visit Disneyland.com, call (866) 43-DISNEY or contact local travel agents. Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort opened July 17, 1955. Open daily, year-round.

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The U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Excellence in Leadership Gala Awards 2018, Honoring Leaders from the Public and Private Sector in South Florida

January 9, 2019

MIAMI, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Minority Chamber of Commerce will host the XXII edition of the Excellence in Leadership Gala Awards Miami this coming Saturday, January 12, at the world class Renaissance Banquet Hall in Coral Gables, located at 2340 SW 32nd Ave., Miami, Florida 33145. The signature high-level Gala Awards provides an excellent networking opportunity for local companies and professionals. The event will begin at 6:30 pm and conclude at 10 pm.

The XXII Excellence in Leadership Gala Awards Miami promises to be an impressive affair, hosting up to 50 distinguished and high-profile guests including Mayors, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, federal government public officials, educators and diplomats, as well as prominent business and community leaders. This gala honors individual who have worked tirelessly to strengthen and grow diversity in the local and international business sector. The Honorees are as follow:

The Mayor of the Year 2018 – Hon. Mr. Francis Suarez, Mayor City of Miami
The Best Law Firm of the Year 2018 – Mr. Patrick Cordero P.A
The Citizen of the Year 2018 – Mr. Max Alvarez– CEO Sunshine Distributors, Inc.
The Personage of the Year 2018 – Mr. Sean Lee – CEO of Data Stream
The Leader of the Year 2018 – Ron DeSantis, Governor State of Florida
The Woman of the Year 2018 – Ms. Donna Shalala – U.S. Congresswoman, 27th District Florida
The Community Leader of the Year 2018 – Rev. Guillermo Escalona, Pastor Baptist Church
The Hispanic Woman in Leadership and Power of the Year 2018 – Lt. Governor, Jeannette Nunez
The Public Official of the Year 2018 – Mr. Roberto Martell, Mayor of the City of Medley
The CEO of the Year 2018 – Mr. Raul Alarcon– CEO – Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc
The Investor of the Year 2018 – Jorge Mas / CEO Mastec
The Minority Business of the Year 2018 – DD Repro/ Mr. Jose Garcia
The Journalist of the Year 2018 – Mr. Mario Andres Moreno – Mega News
The TV News Anchor of the Year 2018 – Mr. Mario Vallejo
The Female Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018 – Ms. Martha Garcia – CEO – MG Bus Services
The Insurance Agent of the Year 2018 – Mrs. Blanca Lacayo– CEO – Hadas Insurance
The Digital Educator of the Year 2018 – Mr. Vicente Pimienta– Google

“Recognizing Mayor Suarez is a great honor for the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce; he is an incredible leader with a world class mentality, extraordinary ability and ambition to serve as Mayor for all citizens, regardless of their cultural, racial, social background or political beliefs,” said Mr. Doug Mayorga, CEO of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce.

Mayor Suarez stated, “I congratulate the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce for its continuous growth in 2019, while building a strong presence in Miami, and throughout our nation. I also want to congratulate the Chamber members, for being innovators, job creators, and the lifeblood of our business community, this is an opportunity for us to celebrate those entrepreneurs and thank them for their hard work.”

About the XXII Excellence in Leadership Gala Awards: Considered as one of the top events of the Chamber, dedicated to honoring public officials, global leaders, community organizers, corporate executives and minority business owns, we celebrate the Leadership in Excellence, innovation, dedication and community spirit of those who live and work for a better Miami as well as highlighting the difficulties which are often faced to thrive.

About U.S. MCC: An independent international business association with over 25,000 members and partners worldwide, founded in the year 2000. The Chamber has continually promoted U.S. entrepreneurship education, resources, and economic development while serving the needs of minority businesses and other allied associations internationally. U.S. MCC engages in business research needs and fosters a spirit of mutual assistance and good fellowship among entrepreneurs around the globe. For more information: www.minoritychamber.net

For information, contact Maria Loaisiga, [email protected] or call (786)406-2190)

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Daniel Habif, Ismael Triviño, Ingrid Hoffman and Aymée Nuviola Will Be the Special Guests in January of Ismael Cala Podcast

January 8, 2019

The podcast dMENTE Positivo is available free of charge each week on the platform http://www.revolverpodcasts.com/shows/dmente-positivo-con-ismael-cala/

MIAMI, Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ismael Cala, life and business strategist, lecturer and author of eight bestsellers on themes of leadership and emotional intelligence, will be presenting four new programs in January in his podcast dMENTE Positivo. This space is dedicated to awakening of conscience and personal growth.

The following is January’s lineup of guests and topics:

Tuesday, January 8: Guest: Daniel Habif, leader of the movement #INQUEBRANTABLES. Starting off 2019 in a big way, Cala will be talking to one of the greatest motivators and speakers of our time. Habif talks about his beginnings in the world of communication media and also offers his opinion on concepts such as God, religion and spirituality.

Tuesday, January 15: Guest: Ismael Triviño, Colombian journalist, former producer of Oppenheimer Presenta on CNN en Español. He tells Cala about the important team work that has been The Millenial Way Show, a quality show showcasing various local and world leaders with the strength and determination to empower our youngsters.

Tuesday, January 22: Guest: Ingrid Hoffman, chef and celebrity of U.S. and Hispanic-American media. Author of the book Latin comfort foods made healthy. She talks about the traits she shares with the CEOs of world-renowned companies and brands and how she came to embrace the conflict that has helped her gain the most experience. She also explains the importance of healthy eating.

Tuesday, January 29: Guest: Aymée Nuviola, Cuban singer and star of the series on the life of Celia Cruz. This past November, she took home her first Latin Grammy. Nuviola talks with Cala about the importance of having a strong team on and off stage, as well as the integrity between the artist and his or her image, life and behavior, something that can only be achieved through greater spirituality.

Ismael Cala – together with Lorena Susso and Moe Morales – will be offering four programs this first month of 2019 filled with information and recommendations in the podcast dMENTE Positivo, distributed free of charge by the platform reVolver: http://www.revolverpodcasts.com/shows/dmente-positivo-con-ismael-cala/

The podcast is available for simultaneous downloading in Apple, Podcast, Google Play, and Spotify.

ABOUT ISMAEL CALA

A life and business strategist, for five and a half years Ismael Cala was the host of the CNN en Espanol primetime program CALA. A businessman and social entrepreneur, he is the author of eight bestsellers on themes of leadership, entrepreneurship and personal growth, including “El poder de escuchar” (The power of listening) and “Despierta con Cala” (Wake up with Cala). Cala was born in Santiago de Cuba in 1969 and holds a degree in Art History from Oriente University. He coauthored “Beat the Curve” with Brian Tracy. He graduated from the School of Communication at York University in Toronto and has a diploma from Seneca College in Television Production. He is the President and founder of Cala Enterprises Corporation and the Ismael Cala Foundation.

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Kia Motors America Announces December Sales

January 8, 2019

IRVINE, California, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced December sales of 47,428 vehicles, representing a 10.2-percent increase over the same period last year. Highlights of Kia’s 2018 sales total of 589,673 units include:

Best-ever annual sales for the Sportage CUV
A 37-percent increase in sales of the Rio Subcompact
Forte, Optima and Soul surpassing the 100,000-unit mark for the third consecutive year

“2018 was a year where the Kia brand continued to defy consumer and industry expectations by once again outranking all other non-luxury brands in initial quality and taking the number two spot in dependability, according to J.D. Power,” said Bill Peffer, vice president, sales operations, KMA. “In addition, the Sorento was the top selling model and the Sportage saw a double-digit sales increase setting the stage for the highly anticipated Telluride, which is slated to debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit later this month. With a host of new and refreshed product introductions scheduled throughout 2019, Kia’s world-class model line-up will continue to lead the industry in design, quality, advanced technology and value.”

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point, Georgia.*

For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI (EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

	MONTH OF DECEMBER		YEAR-TO-DATE
Model	2018	2017	2018	2017
Rio	1,608	1,618	22,975	16,760
Forte	7,709	7,922	101,890	117,596
Optima	7,809	7,081	101,603	107,493
Cadenza	198	896	4,507	7,249
Stinger	1,289	826	16,806	843
K900	55	35	354	455
Niro	2,006	2,397	28,232	27,237
Sportage	6,998	5,585	82,823	72,824
Sorento	8,502	7,740	107,846	99,684
Sedona	1,126	1,329	17,928	23,815
Soul	10,128	7,610	104,709	115,712
Total	47,428	43,039	589,673	589,668

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TBWAWorldwide Launches OneSandbox

January 8, 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — TBWAWorldwide today announced the launch of OneSandbox, a curated search platform built to showcase diverse makers and vendors in the creative space, and connect them with brands and agencies looking to develop a more inclusive supply chain.

The TBWA collective of U.S. ad agencies and creative companies have invested over $165 million with more than 200 women and multicultural-owned and operated creative businesses (MWBEs) in the past five years on behalf of its clients. Through OneSandbox, TBWA looks to connect these thriving creators with more agencies and brand partners in an effort to close the opportunity gap for minority suppliers across the advertising and marketing industry.

The platform seeks to make progress in helping diverse entrepreneurs achieve economic equity. Of the 30 million businesses in America, 52% are owned, operated and controlled by a woman or person of color. Yet they get only 6% of domestic business revenues.¹

“Today, almost 50% of the country is multicultural, and to say ‘I don’t know’ or ‘I can’t help’ is not acceptable,” said Doug Melville, Chief Diversity Officer for TBWA North America. “We created OneSandbox to better inform and better equip our industry peers to do their part to shift the D&I conversation, and make real strides to overcome the disparities for diverse makers and creators. We hope that by making this information easily and readily available, we can eliminate some of the barriers and make some real change.”

To date, no centralized, unified resource has existed to help producers and creatives locate and explore noteworthy diverse and women-owned creative vendors to bid on projects. OneSandbox works to simplify this process by identifying, evaluating and listing qualified MWBEs. This includes businesses that are either classified or certified by one of several major diversity councils: Women (WBENC), Multicultural (NMSDC), Hispanic (USHCC), LGBT (NGLCC) and Veteran (NaVOBA).

“What’s so powerful about OneSandbox is that brands and agencies will finally have one centralized resource to explore, experience and hire fresh voices and fresh visions that can create work that truly reflects a more diverse and inclusive American audience,” said Rob Schwartz, CEO of TBWAChiatDay New York.

Beyond creative vendors, One Sandbox includes information on more than 40 Diversity & Inclusion themed conferences, 20 D&I award shows, and a real-time aggregated newsfeed highlighting must-read stories from around the web on Diversity & Inclusion, with over 5,000 articles at launch. All of these features are available for public consumption at no cost.

Access to vendor listings is available via subscription to member agencies. Current OneSandbox member agencies include TBWAChiatDay, The Integer Group, GMR Marketing, Eventive, TBWAMedia Arts Lab, The Collective, TBWAWorldHealth, Nissan United, 180LA, Designory and Engage. The system is also in beta testing across other agencies within the Omnicom People Engagement Network (OPEN), with plans to extend full membership offers across additional Omnicom agencies, followed by the industry at large in the coming year.

Omnicom SVP and Chief Diversity Officer Tiffany R. Warren commented: “As more and more agencies and clients are looking to increase their spend with women and diverse creative vendors, I’m excited that so many diversity champions within Omnicom could be part of OneSandbox upon launch. It’s important we continue to champion disruptive thinking in this space—and we are excited to have this resource available for our agencies.”

“As a creative who has worked on Madison Avenue and brought that experience and entrepreneurship to start my own shop, Bravely, working alongside TBWA to create OneSandbox was an incredible project,” said Shane Santiago, President and Chief Experience Officer at Bravely. “There is no shortage of incredibly talented and diverse partners out there who rely on partnerships with agencies to grow, yet at the same time, agencies can create really amazing work by partnering as well. So being able to create a community that thrives on that partnership was incredibly meaningful for me personally, having been on both sides of that relationship.”

About TBWAWorldwide
TBWA is The Disruption® Company: the cultural engine for 21st century business. Named Adweek’s 2018 Global Agency of the Year, we create disruptive ideas that locate and involve brands in culture, giving them a larger share of the future. Our collective has 11,300 creative minds across 275 offices in 95 countries and also includes brands such as AUDITOIRE, Digital Arts Network (DAN), eg+ worldwide, GMR, The Integer Group®, TBWAMedia Arts Lab, TBWAWorldHealth and TRO. Global clients include adidas, Apple, Gatorade, Henkel, Hilton Hotels, McDonald’s, Michelin, Nissan, and Singapore Airlines. Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram, and like us on Facebook.

About Omnicom Group Inc.
Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com) is a leading global marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, digital and interactive marketing, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

¹ Source: American Express 2017 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report, combined with data from MBDA U.S. Business Fact Sheet

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New Avon LLC Appoints Laurie Ann Goldman as Chief Executive Officer

January 8, 2019

Seasoned Consumer Marketing Executive and Former CEO of Spanx to Lead Company’s Next Phase of Growth

NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — New Avon LLC* (“Avon” or the “Company”) today announced it has appointed Laurie Ann Goldman as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 14, 2019. Ms. Goldman succeeds Scott White, who joined Avon in 2016 to lead its separation from Avon Products, Inc. and the operational transformation of Avon’s business in North America.

Ms. Goldman, who joined Avon’s Board of Managers in August 2018, is a distinguished marketing and branding executive with more than 30 years of experience at leading consumer products companies. Notably, Ms. Goldman was the Chief Executive Officer of Spanx, a multinational women’s apparel company, for 12 years, and was instrumental in building the brand from a small start-up to a successful global business with a number one position in market and mind share. Earlier in her career, Ms. Goldman held various senior leadership roles in the Global Marketing division of The Coca Cola Company.

“Laurie Ann is an experienced and inspirational leader in women’s lifestyle and consumer products, and we are thrilled to welcome her as our new CEO,” said Lori Bush, Chairwoman of the Avon Board of Managers. “We believe Laurie Ann’s proven brand and business building capabilities, along with her passion for empowering women, make her the ideal CEO to further promote the success of our Representatives and ensure outstanding experiences for their enhanced satisfaction for our customers.”

Ms. Goldman commented, “The right product has the power to change a woman’s life, and each woman has the power to change the world. I’m thrilled to join Avon, the company that invented social selling, and lead the team and community of beauty advisors in driving product sales and progress for women. I thank Scott for his many contributions and look forward to delivering sustained growth through strategic innovation that will invigorate the business and ultimately help women face their futures with confidence.”

Chan Galbato, Chief Executive Officer, Cerberus Operations and Advisory Company, LLC, and Member of the Avon Board of Managers, added, “This transition is the result of our original long-term plan for reinvigorating Avon – to improve the Company’s fundamental operations and then transition to focus on strategic growth. We are grateful for Scott’s leadership during this critical stage of Avon’s development and are confident that the strong foundation he established will allow the Company to thrive in the years to come. In addition to the separation and creation of an efficient corporate infrastructure, Scott drove key initiatives to fully digitize the business, establish strategic partnerships for manufacturing and R&D, and enhance our Representative experience. We are excited for Laurie Ann to now take the Company forward and drive deeper customer engagement and sustained growth.”

Mr. White will transition to a strategic advisor role and work with Cerberus Operations and Advisory Company, LLC, the proprietary operations platform of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P., Avon’s financial and strategic partner. In his role, Mr. White will continue to advise Avon and Ms. Goldman and will also work on key initiatives across Cerberus’ portfolio of operating company investments.

Mr. White commented, “I would like to thank the entire Avon community, including our Representatives, associates, and customers, for their ongoing dedication and belief in our iconic brand, great products, and the opportunities we provide to women throughout North America. I am confident in Avon’s future and believe that with Laurie Ann’s leadership, the Company will be able to drive modern, relevant experiences for our customers while creating sustainable long-term growth. I look forward to continuing to work with the Avon team, as well as Cerberus’ other portfolio companies, in my strategic advisor role.”

Biography of Laurie Ann Goldman
Ms. Goldman is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LA Ventures, an investment and advisory firm for growth-oriented, consumer-facing businesses. From 2002 to 2014, Ms. Goldman was at Spanx, where she was the first Chief Executive Officer and led the Company from a start-up into a branded global business. Prior to Spanx, Laurie Ann held progressively responsible marketing and operational leadership roles both in Coca Cola USA and Global Marketing at The Coca-Cola Company including heading the Worldwide Licensing division.

In addition to Avon, Laurie Ann currently sits on the Board of Directors of Guess? Inc., Joe and the Juice, and ServiceMaster.

Ms. Goldman graduated with honors from the Moody School of Communication at the University of Texas at Austin and holds a Bachelor of Science degree.

About New Avon LLC
New Avon LLC (“Avon“) is the leading social selling beauty company in North America, with independent sales Representatives throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Avon’s portfolio includes award-winning skincare, color cosmetics, fragrance, personal care, and health and wellness products featuring brands such as ANEW, Avon True Color, Espira, and Skin So Soft, as well as fashion and accessories. Avon has a 130-year history of empowering women through economic opportunity, and supporting the causes that matter most to women. Avon philanthropy has contributed over $1 billion globally toward eradicating breast cancer and domestic violence. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avon.com.

*New Avon, LLC is a privately held company, established in March 2016, which manufactures and distributes products under the “Avon” name in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico – only. All products in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico bearing the Avon name are products of New Avon LLC. New Avon LLC is a separate company – a wholly different legal entity – from Avon Products, Inc., which is a global publicly traded corporation, operating in countries outside the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Contact:
Paige Cali
New Avon LLC
[email protected]

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Century 21 Real Estate, In Partnership With The Hispanic Heritage Foundation, Announces The 40 Winners Of Educational And Mentorship Scholarships Via “Empowering Latinas” Program

January 8, 2019

MADISON, New Jersey, Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After an intensive recruitment campaign, Century 21 Real Estate LLC, franchisor of the iconic CENTURY 21® brand, is pleased to announce the 40 winners of the “Empowering Latinas” program, a scholarship initiative that helps enable Latinas to obtain a real estate license, this time in Houston. In partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, Century 21 Real Estate provides scholarships and ongoing mentorship with C21^® affiliated brokers so that awardees can obtain hands-on real estate experience with a local franchise affiliate. To see the names of the 40 winners, please go to espanol.century21.com/empowering-latinas.

“Our ‘Empowering Latinas’ program is an authentic way to speak to, engage and build long-term relationships with this vital segment of our country’s rapidly-changing demography,” said Cara Whitley, chief marketing officer, Century 21 Real Estate. “Already a driving force in the U.S. economy, Latina women are overwhelmingly entrepreneurial, tech-savvy and community-minded, and it’s these qualities that makes them ideal candidates to join the relentless at CENTURY 21 and start a career in real estate.”

Century 21 Real Estate received more than 285 applications in Houston from women between the ages of 18- and 60-years-old. Applicant countries of origin include Colombia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Cuba, and Mexico.

“I love that the foundation of this program is to help women with their personal and business growth,” explained Maribel Ramos, of CENTURY 21 Mike Bowman in Dallas, who herself overcame adversity and is now a successful real estate agent “I know that anyone can become successful as long as they invest in their mindset and are willing to put in the work.”

The “Empowering Latinas” scholarships cover the 180-hour course tuition fees for the Champions School of Real Estate^© in the metropolitan Houston areas, plus the cost to take the Texas real estate agent exam.

“Century 21 Real Estate has always been committed to helping the Hispanic community, especially Latina women,” added Marisol Guzmán of CENTURY 21 Garlington & Associates Inc., a spokesperson for the program. “They know how important the Hispanic market is in the real estate industry, as well as how valuable it is to have Latina female entrepreneurs in their network of affiliate agents.”

For more about the “Empowering Latinas” scholarship program, or joining the iconic CENTURY 21 brand, go to espanol.century21.com/empowering-latinas.

About Century 21 Real Estate LLC
The approximately 127,000 independent sales professionals in approximately 9,400 offices spanning 80 countries and territories in the CENTURY 21 System live their mission everyday: to defy mediocrity and deliver extraordinary experiences. By consistently chasing excellence, giving 121% and always elevating, the CENTURY 21 brand is helping its affiliated brokers/agents to be the first choice for real estate consumers and industry professionals worldwide. Century 21 Real Estate has numerous websites to help answer specific consumer needs. They are century21.com, century21.com/global, century21.com/commercial, century21.com/finehomes, and century21.com/espanol.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC is a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services.

©2019 Century 21 Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. CENTURY 21^®, C21^® and the CENTURY 21 Logo are registered service marks owned by Century 21 Real Estate LLC. Century 21 Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About the Hispanic Heritage Foundation
A nonprofit originally established by the White House in 1988, inspires, prepares, positions and connects minority leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities. HHF also promotes cultural pride, accomplishment, and the great promise of the community through public awareness campaigns seen by millions. HHF is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has offices in Los Angeles and New York.

Contact:
Peter Mosca
Century 21 Real Estate LLC
Phone: 973.407.5180
Email: [email protected]

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Aleyso Bridger
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(Español) Ayuda campaña a empoderar enfermeras y enfermeros latinos

January 7, 2019

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Research News: Eating Avocados At Breakfast Supports New Year’s Resolutions To Eat More Heart Healthy

January 7, 2019

Study Findings Show Eating Fresh Avocados at Breakfast May Improve Heart Function

MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A recent nutrition study published in Nutrients revealed heart health benefits for adults who consumed fresh avocado at breakfast. Given heart disease is a leading cause of death among U.S. Hispanics,¹the findings offer timely inspiration for the millions of U.S. Hispanics working on a New Year’s Resolution to eat more heart-healthy in 2019.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the high prevalence of heart disease among Hispanics is due in large part to risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, obesity, lack of physical activity, smoking and diabetes. As some of these risk factors can be prevented or managed with lifestyle changes, the Hass Avocado Board has a science research pipeline of ongoing clinical studies examining the relevant benefits of avocado consumption.

Researchers studied the results of 31 overweight, middle-aged adults eating one-half or a whole avocado as part of a breakfast meal in comparison to a control group starting the day with the same number of calories but a different ratio of carbohydrates to fat. Researchers found those eating avocado at breakfast experienced improved blood flow, vascular function, blood sugar levels and lipoprotein profiles, all key markers of heart health which in turn may reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.

The conclusions of the study align with the growing body of evidence supporting the heart health benefits of avocado but cannot be generalized to all populations. More clinical studies are underway to investigate the long term effects and relationship between avocado consumption and heart health as more research is needed.

“Just as Hispanics are pledging to find ways to start a more heart-healthy diet, I offer my clients an attainable, practical course of action: eat avocados at breakfast,” said Sylvia Melendez-Klinger, registered dietitian and Aguacates Frescos – Saborea Uno Hoy spokesperson. “Everyday heart-healthy eating plans can include fresh avocados as part of smoothies, breakfast toast and even pancakes as they provide naturally good fats and are sodium and cholesterol free.”

More than 25 easy avocado recipes certified by the American Heart Association are available in Spanish and English on SaboreaUnoHoy.com including delicious breakfast options like Avocado Berry Breakfast Smoothie, Avocado and Banana Overnight Oats and Gluten-Free Easy Chocolate Avocado Pancakes.

About the Hass Avocado Board

The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) is an agriculture promotion group established in 2002 to promote the consumption of Hass Avocados in the United States. A 12-member board representing domestic producers and importers of Hass Avocados directs HAB’s promotion, research and information programs under supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture. Funding for HAB comes from Hass avocado producers and importers in the United States. In 2010, HAB established a nutrition research program to increase awareness and improve understanding of the unique benefits of avocados to human health. Visit SaboreaUnoHoy.com for bilingual recipes and articles on or related to fresh avocados, their nutrients and eating patterns that include them. Follow HAB on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube.

1. National Institutes of Health

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Introducing the Revolutionary Brazilian Butt Lift Under Local Anesthesia (BBLULA) in New York City by bodySCULPT®: A Safer Alternative

January 3, 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Renowned New York City cosmetic surgeons Drs. Christopher Chia and Spero Theodorou of bodySCULPT® invented a revolutionary technique called the awake Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), otherwise known as BBL under Local Anesthesia (BBLULA). BBLULA is an ingenious way to enjoy the faster recovery time associated with local anesthesia and gain the benefits of BBL without risks of general anesthesia. This technique and study was published in American society of Plastic Surgeons, a peer reviewed journal https://bit.ly/2CJzZQe .

Why is Brazilian Butt Lift Under Local Anesthesia (BBLULA) so revolutionary? According to Drs. Christopher Chia and Spero Theodorou, “The Brazilian Butt Lift Under Local Anesthesia retains all the benefits of traditional BBL without the risk of general anesthesia and the accidental injection of fat into the bloodstream.” The surgeons took their experience of over 5,000 awake liposuction cases and extended the technique to where patients can have the fat removed from undesired places and safely injected into the buttocks.

Traditional Brazilian Butt Lifts under general anesthesia have been reported to have the highest death rate (one in 3000) by far for any elective cosmetic procedure. While removing fat from unwanted areas prepared and injected to the buttocks and thighs, it was found to cause devastating consequences getting lodged in lungs, heart or other areas. These complications have been reported in US, around the globe and has been banned by British Plastic Surgery Society.

Since no general anesthesia is used in BBLULA, the patients are awake. Local anesthesia is then carefully injected into both the areas where fat is to be removed and used for numbing. In contrast to the asleep patient under general anesthesia who is completely non-responsive, the awake patient acts as the best possible monitor reducing the chances of complications.

Advantages of BBLULA:

No implant related risks
Minimal side effects
Minimal downtime
No hospital stay
Faster recovery
Minimal scarring and discomfort
Soft consistency of the skin

About bodySCULPT®

bodySCULPT® (www.bodysculpt.com ) is a AAAASF-accredited practice with a state-of-the-art surgical center located on 128 Central Park South in Manhattan, New York. The facility is led by plastic surgeons, Dr. Spero J. Theodorou and Dr. Christopher T. Chia. Leaders in their field they have invented procedures from Brazilian Butt Lift under Local Anesthesia and the Scarless Arm Lift procedure. Contact bodySCULPT® at (212) 265 2724.

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