A New Era in Chicken: Pollo Tropical® Teams One-of-a-Kind Citrus Marinade With Crispy Chicken

February 22, 2018

MIAMI, Feb. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pollo Tropical^®, the quick-service restaurant chain famous for its 24-hour citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken, is ringing in a new era of chicken today, adding to its already impressive history of flavorful and crave-able chicken, by launching crispy Pollo Bites. Representing the first step in a bold new platform, Pollo Bites expands the brand’s culinary offerings into the popular crispy chicken category. Always looking to raise the bar on what makes great chicken, Pollo Tropical^® is unveiling its own take on crispy chicken with one-of-a-kind, fresh and hand-prepared menu options that feature a selection of unrivaled flavors, courtesy of the brand’s iconic citrus marinade.

Ushering in this new era of crispy chicken is the juicy, flavorful, citrus marinated Pollo Bites. Made fresh daily with high quality, never frozen, No Antibiotics Ever (NAE) chicken breast, Pollo Bites are marinated in the restaurant’s signature blend of citrus juices and spices for 24-hours, then lightly hand-battered and cooked to perfect juiciness. Perfect for meal times, snacking, sharing and dipping on the go, Pollo Bites have a superior, crave-able taste.

“Pollo Tropical^® is all about quality, hand-prepared meals. Our menu tells a story that is fresh, about food that never looks like it came off an assembly line,” said Pollo Tropical^® President, Danny Meisenheimer. “Pollo Bites is the start of a brand new chapter in that story, a tender, crispy, signature citrus taste bringing in a new age of crispy chicken. Our history has been about making the best chicken for the past 30 years. The launch of our crispy chicken platform shows we’re just getting started.”

Pollo Bites pair perfectly with Pollo Tropical^®‘s legendary Saucing Island, which boasts a variety of complimentary unique and tempting sauces, including Spicy Poyo Poyo, Cilantro Garlic, Curry Mustard, Guava BBQ and more.

With the introduction of Pollo Bites—as well as impending menu additions that will round out the new crispy chicken platform—Pollo Tropical^® has created an entirely new way for guests to enjoy its Caribbean-inspired, 24-hour citrus marinated chicken. Pollo Bites will soon be joined by other innovative crispy chicken offers that will carry on the fresh and flavorful legacy Pollo Tropical^® has established through its special blend of citrus juices and spices.

Pollo Bites are available now at all Pollo Tropical^® restaurants. For more information about Pollo Tropical^®or to view a complete online menu please visit www.pollotropical.com.

About Pollo Tropical

Pollo Tropical, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., is a quick-service concept known for its fresh, fire-grilled chicken marinated in a proprietary blend of citrus juices and spices. Other craveable favorites include Mojo Roast Pork and freshly made sides including rice, beans, corn casserole, and more. The menu’s emphasis is on freshness and quality, with a focus on flavorful chicken served “hot off the grill.” Founded in 1988, the Miami-based company currently owns and operates more than 140 locations throughout Florida and in the greater metropolitan area of Atlanta, Georgia, plus five licensed restaurants on college campuses and franchised locations throughout the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit Pollo Tropical’s website at www.pollotropical.com.

About Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., owns, operates and franchises Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana^® restaurant brands. The brands specialize in the operation of fast casual/quick service restaurants that offer distinct and unique flavors with broad appeal at a compelling value. The brands feature fresh-made cooking, drive-thru service and catering. For more information about Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., visit the corporate website at www.frgi.com.

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CMC Annual Conference Helps Marketers Tap into the Power of C3: Creativity, Community & CULTURE

February 22, 2018

AHAA: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing is rebranding as Culture Marketing Council: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing, which will continue to elevate the quality and effectiveness of U.S. marketing by harnessing the power of cultural expertise and impact to drive business results.

FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Culture Marketing Council: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing (CMC) will educate the sharpest minds in media, marketing and communications on how to amp up their multicultural marketing innovation at the CMC Annual Conference.

From June 4 to June 6, the Loews Hotel in Los Angeles will serve as a classroom focused on the Power of C³: Creativity, Community & Culture. Attendees can expect world-class and market-leading speakers, data-driven cultural insights and strategies to help marketers navigate these changing, turbulent times, and inspiring sessions that are ripped from the headlines.

“Following the rebrand of our organization from AHAA to CMC, our Annual Conference will focus on the role of culture not only in the lives of consumers but also in marketing campaigns that deliver a greater return on investment,” said CMC Chair Isaac Mizrahi, co-president and COO of Alma. “In today’s constantly evolving marketplace, you need creativity, community and, above all, culture to have your campaigns resonate and connect meaningfully with your audience. If you don’t have these three elements, you are missing a big opportunity.”

During the CMC Annual Conference, the 2018 Marketer of the Year will be announced, as well as inductees into the CMC Hall of Fame, recognizing a select group of visionaries, leaders and luminaries who have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of the Hispanic advertising and marketing field, and Rising Stars, the Hispanic marketing industry’s award for outstanding marketing professionals ages 35 and under. Finally, in collaboration with HispanicAd.com, winners of the HAPE Awards (Hispanic Account Planning Executive) also will be recognized.

For more information, visit culturemarketingcouncil.org and follow the CMC on Facebook and Twitter at @cmchispanic using the conference hashtag #CMCpowerof3.

About CMC

Founded in 1996 as the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies, the Culture Marketing Council: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing is the national trade organization of all marketing, communications and media firms with trusted Hispanic expertise.

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Texas REALTORS and Associations Honored at the Texas Association of Realtors Annual Winter Meeting

February 21, 2018

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Texas Association of Realtors recognized its top members and Realtor associations on Feb. 12 during its annual Texas Realtors Winter Meeting at the Hyatt Regency in Austin, Texas.

“A Texas REALTOR is held to the highest of standards service not only from the association, but from their peers and colleagues and thus being honored at the Winter Meeting award ceremony is a testament to those who go above and beyond the call of service,” said Kaki Lybbert, chairman of the Texas Association of Realtors. “Their jobs are not exclusive to connecting people with their dream homes, but to provide a lasting impact in the lives of all Texans.”

The award for 2017 Texas Realtor of the Year, the Texas Association of Realtors’ most prestigious award, was presented to Dan Hatfield of Farmers National Company in Comfort, Texas. This title is bestowed annually to a member who has made outstanding contributions to the industry through involvement in his or her national, state and local Realtor organizations during their career.

The Tom D. Morton Association Executive of the Year award was presented to Ed Moore, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Tyler Association of REALTORS. Awarded only to Realtor association leaders with a long track record of service to their local association and a high level respect among industry peers, the Tom D. Morton award was bestowed to Moore for his extensive Realtor association leadership at the local, state and national levels.

The Texas Realtor Hero Award, which recognizes a Realtor who has demonstrated outstanding community service related to promoting and advancing homeownership, was awarded to Angela Williams of Gann Medford Real Estate in Lufkin. Williams is a longtime advocate for expanding homeownership affordability for the local community. As a strong proponent of financial literacy, Williams is an active member of Junior Achievement; teaching young people about personal finance and home ownership.

Mary Miner of the Williamson County Association of Realtors was named the 2017 Educator of the Year. Miner is instructor for the Graduate REALTOR Institute and teaches the Accredited Buyer Representative Designation Course, the NAR Green designation courses, and the Texas Association of REALTORS® Professional Standards course.

Heather Konopka-Chaves received the 2017 William C. Jennings Award for the outstanding commercial real estate transaction of the year. Konopka-Chaves was honored for her work with the Community Enrichment Center, a nonprofit organization in North Richland Hills whose mission is breaking the cycle of poverty and family violence. The 50 condominium units would provide safe housing to homeless families in Tarrant County while they stabilized their lives and improved their education and job skills

The 2017 Texas Real Estate Awards also honored local Realtor associations that have launched innovative programs and educational courses over the last year that keep Texas Realtors up to date with the latest legal, business marketing and industry trends. The Austin Board of Realtors, Houston Association of Realtors and MetroTex Association of Realtors were each recognized as part of the Texas Association of Realtors’ 2017 Education Awards category.

The Governmental Affairs team at the Texas Association of Realtors also honored upstanding members and local associations at the Winter Meeting. The San Antonio Board of Realtors received the Governmental Affairs Outstanding Achievement Award. The Strike Force Awards honored nine Realtor members throughout the state for their dedication to grassroots political advocacy and for supporting local issues campaigns to protect private-property rights:

Liz Braden, San Antonio Board of Realtors
Bobbi Hannon, Kingsville Area Association of Realtors
Mel Harris, Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors
Tena Kirkham, Bee County Board of Realtors
JR Martinez, Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors
Scott Morgan, Nolan County Association of Realtors
Toni Gill, Nolan County Association of Realtors
Kendra Norwood, MetroTex Association of Realtors
Barbara Russell, Greater Denton-Wise County Association of Realtors

Finally, Mel Harris of the Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors received Grassroots Advocate of the Year, a brand new award to the program granted to a Strike Force Award winner.

About the Texas Association of REALTORS®
With more than 114,000 members, the Texas Association of REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. We advocate on behalf of Texas REALTORS® and private-property owners to keep homeownership affordable, protect private-property rights, and promote public policies that benefit homeowners. Visit TexasRealEstate.com to learn more.

CONTACT: Hunter Dodson
Pierpont Communications
512-448-4950
[email protected]

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The Home Depot to Present at Raymond James 39th Annual Institutional Investors Conference

February 21, 2018

ATLANTA, Feb. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot^®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today announced that Richard McPhail, senior vice president – Finance Control & Administration, will present at the Raymond James 39th Annual Institutional Investors Conference in Orlando, Florida. The presentation will begin at 9:15 a.m. ET on March 6, 2018.

The presentation will be webcast live over the internet at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations. A link will be displayed under “Events and Presentations.” The webcast will be archived and available at the same location after the conclusion of the live event and will be available until April 5, 2018.

The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer, with 2,284 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. In fiscal 2017, The Home Depot had sales of $100.9 billion and earnings of $8.6 billion. The Company employs more than 400,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.

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Prominent Illinois pig farmer Julie Maschhoff to lead panel of judges at this week’s Swine, Wine & Spirits event at SOBEWFF®

February 21, 2018

MIAMI, Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Julie Maschhoff, co-owner of The Maschhoffs LLC and one of the nation’s largest and most successful pork producers, will lead the judging panel at this week’s Swine, Wine & Spirits event as part of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF®) in Miami. The Maschhoff family is the fourth largest pork producer in the United States, marketing 5 million pigs each year.

Maschhoff and the panel will select the best pork dish from about a dozen competing chef entries at Sunday’s Swine, Wine & Spirits event. She will also be available at the various National Pork Board-sponsored events throughout the week to share her insight with consumers and media on all things pork, including pork quality and safety, animal welfare and sustainability.

“Growing up on a livestock farm, we have always focused on providing good animal care – keeping them healthy – and sound environmental stewardship,” said Maschhoff. “Today, as our farm feeds not just our family but other families around the world, it is even more imperative that we share our story of stewardship with consumers. We want consumers to know and have confidence that the pork we produce is a great, safe, healthy choice for their family.”

Through the years, Maschhoff and her husband, Ken, have been strong and consistent voices in educating and informing consumers about the importance of animal agriculture. Maschhoff has been a frequent spokesperson for pig farming through her work with the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance.

The Swine, Wine & Spirits event will take place on Sunday, February 25, at the Biltmore Hotel and will be hosted by local chef and restaurateur, Giorgio Rapicavoli. Additional judges include: National Pork Board Ambassador and celebrity chef, Richard Ingraham; Executive Chef of Goya Foods, Fernando Desa; and Eddie Zamora of The Yum Yum Foodie online fame.

This is the third year the National Pork Board has been the festival’s official pork sponsor, with pork featured as the event’s preferred protein. The five-day festival runs from Wednesday, February 21 through Sunday, February 25, 2018, and features culinary events at a variety of venues throughout Miami and the beaches.

Attendees can find the National Pork Board’s at other signature events: Tacos After Dark on Thursday, February 22; Burger Bash on Friday, February 23; and Swine, Wine & Spirits on Sunday, February 25.

“South Beach Wine & Food Festival® is the perfect setting to engage with consumers who love pork and are looking for additional ways to enjoy it,” said Jose de Jesus, director of multicultural marketing at the National Pork Board. “We know that the word ‘pork’ is synonymous with flavor and we are excited to share everything about pork with festival attendees.”

For more information on the South Beach Wine and Food Festival®, visit sobewff.org. Join the conversation with the National Pork Board via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or by using the hashtag #SabrososMomentos. Visit Pork Te Inspira for more on the National Pork Board.

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Tecate, The Official Beer Of Boxing, Clinches Gennady “GGG” Golovkin’s 2018 Fights

February 21, 2018

Gennady "GGG" Golovkin Signs a Tecate Hat.

NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Tecate, the official beer of boxing, announces its sponsorship of GGG Promotions’ global sensation, reigning unified WBC, WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO world middleweight champion, Gennady “GGG” Golovkin, in advance of the most anticipated rematch of 2018 between Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin on May 5, 2018.

As the exclusive beer and presenting sponsor for both the first Canelo vs. Golovkin fight and the rematch, this will be the first time in Tecate’s history of sponsoring boxing where two Tecate fighters will go head-to-head. Tecate first entered the ring in 2007 by sponsoring the Oscar De La Hoya vs. Floyd Mayweather fight and would go on to activate some of the biggest fights of the last decade including: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao (May 2015); Canelo vs. Khan (May 2016); Canelo vs. Smith (Sep. 2016); Golovkin vs. Jacobs (Mar. 2017); Canelo vs. Chavez Jr (May 2017); and Canelo vs. Golovkin (Sep. 2017).

Gennady will receive Tecate’s immersive 360-degree marketing muscle and 21+ consumer activations ahead of his 2018 fights.

“Boxing remains Tecate’s biggest passion point and we continue to see more opportunity to authentically build the sport with true fans,” said Gustavo Guerra, Tecate brand director. “With Golovkin’s unique style and his global popularity, we can’t wait for him to get back in the ring.”

“Tecate is a partner whose reverence for the sport, the fighters and the fans is truly impressive,” said Tom Loeffler, GGG Promotions Managing Director. “We’re very happy to have signed the 2018 fight contract with Golovkin and GGG Promotions where Tecate will be featured prominently in the center ring, around the mat and throughout future arenas.”

For additional details on Tecate’s boxing sponsorships including GGG Promotions or Golden Boy Promotions, or to speak with a Tecate representative about the brand, please contact BRAYA at [email protected].

About HEINEKEN USA

HEINEKEN USA Inc., the nation’s leading high end beer importer, is a subsidiary of HEINEKEN International NV, the world’s most international brewer. Key brands imported into the U.S. are Heineken^®, the world’s most international beer brand, the Dos Equis Franchise, the Tecate Franchise and Strongbow Hard Apple Ciders. HEINEKEN USA also imports Amstel Light, Amstel Xlight, Indio, Carta Blanca and Bohemia brands. For the latest information on our company and brands, follow us on Twitter @HeinekenUSACorp, or visit HEINEKENUSA.com.

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The Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition Announces Support for CDC’s Televised Línea de Ayuda Smoking Cessation Event

February 20, 2018

Actress Angélica Vale Joins Telemundo Call-in Program to Help Hispanics Quit Smoking on February 22^nd

CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “With tobacco companies estimated to spend $25 million every day to addict new customers, the CDC’s Línea de Ayuda is a critical tool to make sure our community knows the real costs of tobacco use, nicotine addiction, and how to get help to quit,” said Esther Sciammarella, Executive Director of the Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition, a Chicago-based public health nonprofit established in 1991.

On February 22, 2018, CDC is airing Línea de Ayuda (Helpline), a telethon-style event on Chicago’s Telemundo station WSNS-TV (Channel 44) between 5:00 and 9:00 pm local time. Línea de Ayuda will feature four 90-second spots with Angélica Vale, a Mexican American actress and singer known as “Mexico’s Sweetheart”. Ms. Vale covers critical information during these segments with Dr. Ralph Caraballo, CDC Chief Epidemiologist, about smoking-related illnesses, health benefits from quitting, and accessing free help to quit. Each segment directs callers to the Spanish-language Quitline, 1-855-DÉJELO-YA (1-800-QUIT-NOW), for support.

The Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition is promoting the Línea de Ayuda television events as a Lead Agency of the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network, which works to reduce tobacco use and cancer incidence in Hispanic communities. Activities to support CDC’s efforts include bilingual social media and individual cessation support through the National Alliance for Hispanic Health’s (the Alliance) Su Familia Helpline.

“The information provided through the Línea de Ayuda campaign gives the tools and encouragement to smokers to make the decision to quit and others not to start. We are proud to support these efforts, including through the Alliance’s Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645 where callers can get information in Spanish and English on quitting smoking, talking to a loved one about smoking, or connecting to health services in their communities,” emphasized Mrs. Sciammarella.

About Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition. The mission of the Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition is to improve the quality of life for all Hispanics by promoting healthy behaviors and environments. By coalition-building and direct action, we seek to empower the Hispanic community by providing a centralized forum for capacity building, communication, coordination, and networking among health and human service providers and consumers.

About the Nuestras Voces Network. Nuestras Voces is a national network of over 300 members working for a tobacco-free world and to eliminate disparities in cancer prevention and treatment services. You can be part of this effort being led by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health! Join us at www.nuestrasvoces.org/join.

Contact: Edith B. Barnes, 312-842-2340
[email protected]

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Sophia The Robot Joins Celebrated Lineup Of Global Tech Industry Leaders And Government Officials At eMerge Americas 2018

February 20, 2018

MIAMI, Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — eMerge Americas, the premier technology event connecting Latin America, North America and Europe, today announced that Sophia, the most advanced and celebrated AI robot developed by Hanson Robotics, will be joining the eMerge Main Stage alongside a wide range of luminaries, including Diego Dzodan, VP of LatAm for Facebook & Instagram; Felipe Millon, GM/Regional Leader, South East US of Amazon Prime; and Sandra Lopez, VP at Intel Sports Group.

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Sophia to eMerge Americas, fresh off the heels, quite literally, of receiving her first pair of legs and mesmerizing people worldwide as she took her first steps,” said Xavier Gonzalez, CEO of eMerge Americas. “Sophia joins an already impressive speaking lineup of the brightest minds in business and government and we are looking forward to welcoming her to Miami, the technology hub of the Americas.”

Now in its fifth year, eMerge Americas offers startups, entrepreneurs, VCs, major businesses and government officials an opportunity to stand shoulder to shoulder with digital’s brightest minds and build powerful partnerships without borders. The two-day conference begins April 23 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

eMerge Americas & Wyncode Academy Bring You an Adrenaline Filled Hackathon
In the days before eMerge Americas 2018 kicks off, teams will convene at Miami Dade College for a mind-stimulating coding competition that continues well into dawn on Sunday. In partnership with Wyncode Academy, and sponsored by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, the Hackathon offers participants the chance to win thousands in prizes, plus a bounty of snacks, drinks and caffeine!

NEW THIS YEAR: eMERGE AMERICAS HEADQUARTER HOTEL
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to stay alongside speakers and other attendees at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, the eMerge Americas 2018 headquarter hotel. Network 24/7 at this South Beach icon with an enviable oceanfront view, all at an exclusive eMerge Americas rate for 2018 attendees. Be sure to book your room today at emergeamericas.com/flights-and-accommodations/.

Registration for eMerge Americas 2018 and the Hackathon is now open, visit emergeamericas.com to register. For the latest eMerge Americas news, connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn (@eMergeAmericas) and Instagram (@emergeamericas).

About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas serves as the preeminent innovative thought exchange transforming Miami into the technological hub of the Americas. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with America’s top business executives, technology decisionmakers, and entrepreneurs, partnerships are forged that spur visionary innovation and technological advancements for the betterment of business and society. The eMerge Americas founding partners include: Medina Capital, A Rod Corporation, Greenberg Traurig, Knight Foundation, Miami-Dade County, and the Miami Herald. For more information about eMerge Americas, please visit: emergeamericas.com.

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Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Curaçao

February 20, 2018

MADISON, N.J., Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its expanding presence on the island of Curaçao with the opening of Curaçao Sotheby’s International Realty.

Curaçao Sotheby’s International Realty is led by Owner Raymond Seijs and will serve the luxury residential real estate markets across the island including Blue Bay Resort, Coral Estate Resort, Jan Thiel Beach, and Santa Barbara Plantation.

“Curaçao has a fast-growing real estate market; the tranquil island life it offers residents makes it an attractive destination to buyers from around the world,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “We are proud to welcome Curaçao Sotheby’s International Realty to our global network.”

“Our mission at Curaçao Sotheby’s International Realty is to find the best real estate match for our clients,” said Seijs. “Affiliating with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand allows us to showcase all that Curaçao has to offer to a global audience.”

This is the third office for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in the ABC Islands; also operating in this region of the Caribbean are Aruba Sotheby’s International Realty, which previously served the luxury real estate market of Curaçao, and Bonaire Sotheby’s International Realty.

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 21,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in 930 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. In 2016, the brand achieved a record global sales volume of $95 billion USD. Curaçao Sotheby’s International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC
Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates 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. In February 2004, Realogy entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.

CONTACT

Lindsey Scharf
Director, Public Relations and Communications
Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC
175 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
(973) 407-5596
[email protected]

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Texas Association of Realtors names Dan Hatfield as Texas Realtor of the Year

February 20, 2018

COMFORT, Texas, Feb. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Bandera County Board of Realtors (BCBOR)® is proud to announce Dan Hatfield of Farmers National Company as the 2017 Texas REALTOR® of the Year. Hatfield was honored by the Texas Association of REALTORS® at the statewide association’s annual Winter Meeting on Feb. 12.

The highest honor bestowed by the Texas Association of REALTORS®, the Texas REALTOR® of the Year award is given annually to a REALTOR® who has made outstanding contributions to the industry through involvement in their national, state and local associations during their career.

A veteran of the Texas real estate industry, Hatfield’s 35 years of industry experience includes serving as Chairman of the Texas Association of REALTORS® in 2014, president of the Bandera County Board of Realtors® in 1993 and 1998 and national president of the REALTORS® Land Institute in 2010.

Hatfield has received multiple honors for his long track record of leadership and service throughout his career, including being named Omega Tau Rho by the National Association of Realtors, Land Realtor of America in 2007 and the Realtors Land Institute’s Lifetime Distinguished Service Award.

Kaky Lybbert, 2018 Chairman of the Texas Association of REALTORS® commented, “A friend and colleague for many years, Dan has been a paramount figure in the Texas real estate market for years and has dedicated his life’s work to educating and leading Realtors of all ages and points of their careers to enhance and move Texas real estate forward as a positive force in the Texas economy.”

About the Texas Association of REALTORS®

With more than 114,000 members, the Texas Association of REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. We advocate on behalf of Texas REALTORS® and private-property owners to keep homeownership affordable, protect private-property rights, and promote public policies that benefit homeowners. Visit TexasRealEstate.com to learn more.

CONTACT: Hunter Dodson
On Behalf of the Texas Association of REALTORS®
512-448-4950
[email protected]

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