HBO Latino® To Premiere Exclusive Concert Film “PEDRO CAPÓ: EN LETRA DE OTRO” On August 11

July 13, 2017

NEW YORK, July 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HBO LATINO® will premiere its first summer concert film, starring award-winning Puerto Rican singer, songwriter and actor Pedro Capó. PEDRO CAPÓ: EN LETRA DE OTRO premieres on Friday, August 11^th at 9 PM ET/8 PM CT. The concert film honors leading Latin artists he grew up with by performing a selection of their hits – songs we know and love – in his own style. PEDRO CAPÓ: EN LETRA DE OTRO will also be available on HBO On Demand, HBO GO, HBO NOW and affiliate portals.

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Set along a summer backdrop, PEDRO CAPÓ: EN LETRA DE OTRO features songs from his forthcoming album En Letra De Otro being released by Sony Music Latin on August 11^th. Artists being covered include Selena, Chayanne, Jon Secada, Jerry Rivera, Luis Miguel, Calle 13, OV7, Fey, and Donato y Estefano. In between performances, Capó discusses his song choices and how the musicaility influences the artistic liberties he takes with each song. “HBO Latino is thrilled to be partnering with Sony Music Latin to bring Pedro’s new project dedicated to covering great songs from the 90s to life,” said Jackie Gagne, Vice President of Multicultural Marketing, HBO. “With this concert, we’re giving audiences an opportunity to reminesce in the nostalgia of the music, while giving Pedro’s fans something fun to watch.”

Born in San Juan, the grandson of international singer-songwriter Bobby Capó, Pedro Capó began his career in the 90s as part of the rock band Marka Registrada. Pedro Capó has had seven #1 radio singles in Puerto Rico, four Latin Grammy^® nominations, won two ASCAP awards, and sold out Puerto Rico’s Coliseo. As a songwriter, Capó has written songs for award-winning international artists like Ricky Martin, Noel Scharjris, and Ednita Nazario.

In addition, Capó is an actor whose theater credits include “The Sweet Spot” at the Apollo and “Azucar! Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz,” which he won two acting awards for. His screen credits include: Shut Up and Do It! and Paraiso Travel (starring John Leguizamo) as well as the upcoming Sol de medianoche, for which he is the lead.

Pedro Capó now joins the elite group of HBO Latino Concerts special subjects, which include Carlos Santana (Live it to Believe it, Live From Mexico), Thalia (Viva Tour En Vivo), Romeo Santos (The King Stays King), Yandel (De Líder a Leyenda), Reik (En Vivo Desde El Auditorio Nacional), Carlos Varela (The Poet of Havana), Alejandro Sanz (Sirope Vivo), Victor Manuelle (Que Suenen Los Tambores), and Juanes (The Juanes Effect and Mis Planes Son Amarte) to bring the channel it’s first summer concert film.

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Goya Foods Named Title Sponsor Of The 2017 New York International Salsa Congress

July 13, 2017

NEW YORK, July 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The New York International Salsa Congress (#goyaNYISC2017), a multi-day Latin music and dance festival, announces the title sponsorship of Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States, along with sponsorships by Spanish media giants Telemundo 47 and La Mega radio, T-Mobile and Burju Shoes.

Now in its 17^th year, the #goyaNYISC2017 attracts over 8,000 attendees from around the world at The New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square from Thursday, August 31, 2017 to Sunday, September 3, 2017 with an official ‘La Clave’ kick-off party held at Iguanas, NYC on Wednesday, August 30, 2017.

“Goya Foods has always been much more than a food company; we are about giving back to the community and honoring our Latin culture, roots and heritage,” said Rafael Toro, Director of Public Relations of Goya Foods. “Goya is proud to become the title sponsor of this great event while bringing together people from all over the world through music, dance and great food!”

Each year the #goyaNYISC2017 brings together people of all cultures, ages and backgrounds to participate in this multi-day celebration of Latin music and dance. “We are so honored to have Goya, an iconic symbol of our Latin culture, take on title sponsorship of this year’s festival,” said Vilma and Manny Villavicencio and Luis Guerrero, owners of the NYISC. “Goya Foods, along with our sponsors Telemundo 47, La Mega, T-Mobile, and Burju Shoes, are invaluable to our success and ensures that we continue to stage one of the most anticipated events in New York City.”

From novice to professional dancers, the festival attracts people from all walks of life to establish a sense of community, to gain exposure to different styles of dance and to achieve a higher level of knowledge and expression while sharing the true passion for Latin music and dance. “Telemundo 47 is proud to be the exclusive media partner for The New York International Salsa Congress which will bring thousands of fans from around the world right here to New York City. We look forward to offering our viewers coverage of this popular celebration of Latino culture,” said Cristina Schwarz, President and General Manager.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities and press coverage, please contact [email protected] or at 845.659.6506.

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Summer School for Entrepreneurs! Amway Education Offers 10 Video Courses for Existing and Aspiring Business Owners

July 13, 2017

ADA, Michigan, July 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — School’s in for the summer. Amway, the world’s leading direct selling company^*, is offering an Amway Education “summer school” for entrepreneurs. The “school,” available today through Labor Day, will provide all visitors access to content normally limited to Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs), including 10 videos that cover topics, ranging from how to use social media in their business to how to understand retail margins.

Amway Education has also released a complementary quiz, What’s Your Learning Personality?, providing a visual, interactive way for existing and aspiring entrepreneurs to better understand their unique learning personalities. The quiz is also designed to encourage business owners to reflect on what personal traits have made them a successful entrepreneur and, ultimately, what their learning “persona” is in order to continue their professional and personal development.

“We are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs learn and acquire the skills they need to be in business for themselves,” said Suzie Fiore, Director of Training and Education at Amway North America. “These courses are a helpful way to hone practical business skills, and the quiz is a resource for entrepreneurs to better understand their unique learning styles and provide direction for leveraging their business ‘persona.'”

The five personas include:

The Seeker: For those with an abundant amount of curiosity and a constant need for new information and business strategies – given in a quick, concise way.
The Juggler: Entrepreneurs with little time to devote to any individual task, but who always complete a to-do list on time and in a professional fashion – organization is key!
The Cornerstone: Industry veterans with business skills that span the spectrum, and a knack for understanding that the small stuff matters for continued success in an evolving world.
The All-Star: For those who are hands-on and committed to seeing projects through, these are the kinds of entrepreneurs that believe sustained success is the only true success.
The Coach: Natural leaders looking to not only start their own business, but who have multiple colleagues who can independently spearhead important projects on their behalf – they love to be the sounding board!

Based on which persona is revealed, users will be directed to two relevant courses on Amway Education’s website to continue their learning experience. Users can choose to view the two videos recommended for them, or explore the remaining courses. The two courses related to each persona are as follows:

The Seeker

1. Find the Need and Offer Product Solutions
2. Retail Margin

The Juggler

1. Reading Body Language
2. Asking the Right Questions

The Cornerstone

1. Creating a Product Testimonial
2. Leveraging Social Media to Grow Your Business

The All-Star

1. Customer Follow-Up
2. Business Etiquette

The Coach

1. Public Speaking
2. Active Listening

However, with nearly 100 short videos in total on the Amway Education platform, there are helpful options for entrepreneurs at any stage.

“Continued education is critical to developing entrepreneurial skills to both start a new business and grow an already thriving venture,” said Dr. David B. Audretsch, an advisor to Amway Education, and a professor and director of the Institute for Development Strategies at the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs. “The vast library of courses within Amway Education is relevant to those serious about starting a business – and the quiz is a good place to start for those who might just be curious to learn more.”

Amway Education is available in the United States, Canada and Dominican Republic and is available in five languages: Spanish, Mandarin, French, Korean and English.

For more information on Amway Education and to view the courses available via Summer School for Entrepreneurs, visit www.amway.com/amwayeducation.

To take the quiz, visit www.whatsyourlearningtype.com.

About Amway Education
Amway Education, designed to support the No. 1 direct selling business in the world, is built on Amway’s legacy of providing quality mentorship and business development support for its Independent Business Owners (IBOs) for nearly 60 years. Informed by IBOs for aspiring and current business owners, Amway Education provides best-in-class content and resources to support those who want to become their best selves – in business and in life.

About Amway
Amway is an $8.8 billion direct selling business based in Ada, Michigan, USA. Top-selling brands for Amway are Nutrilite™ vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements, Artistry™ skincare and color cosmetics, eSpring™ water treatment systems and XS™ energy drinks – all sold exclusively by Amway Business Owners. Global sales in 2015 made Amway the No. 1 direct selling business in the world, according to the 2016 Direct Selling News Global 100. The company’s annual sales figure includes revenue from direct selling operations and other business holdings. For company news, visit globalnews.amway.com.

^*According to the Direct Selling News 2017 Global 100.

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March of Dimes highlights drastically higher costs of having a baby under the Senate health care plan

July 13, 2017

WHITE PLAINS, New York, July 13, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The March of Dimes and Avalere, a health care consulting firm, today released a new study highlighting both the financial and potential health implications that the Senate health care plan could have on moms and babies, especially those born too sick or too soon.

The analysis confirms that removing maternity coverage from plans could cause the cost of having a baby to skyrocket from $4,100 to $15,000 and also subject a new mother to unlimited out-of-pocket expenses if there are complications during birth; meanwhile, a maximum of only $10 a month in premiums would be realized. Women who do want to buy maternity coverage could see premiums increase by 25 percent to 70 percent if maternity care is no longer considered an essential health benefit.

“The March of Dimes believes all pregnant women need affordable health care to have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies,” says Stacey D. Stewart, president of the March of Dimes. “Our study shows that the cost of having a baby could escalate drastically under the changes proposed in the Senate health care bill — and that’s for having a healthy baby. If a woman has pregnancy complications, or the baby is born sick or prematurely, health care costs could skyrocket even further.”

The changes proposed by the Senate could return the individual health insurance market to the pre-2010 status quo, when maternity care was excluded from most plans or offered only as a costly rider. Prior to the Affordable Care Act’s requirement that all plans cover maternity and newborn care, only 13 percent of plans did so routinely.

“We need to do more to prevent preterm birth because it’s the leading cause of death among babies in this country, and can lead to long-term health problems and lifelong disabilities,” Ms. Stewart says. “But in fact, federal government data released in July show that preterm births actually are on the rise. There was an alarming 2 percent increase in the preterm birth rate between 2015 and 2016. Now is not the time to make it more expensive for a woman to get the prenatal care she needs for her own and her baby’s health.”

“These policy issues being considered by Congress are a matter of life and death for millions of American families. The March of Dimes calls upon all U.S. Senators to reject the Better Care Reconciliation Act and go back to the drawing board to produce legislation that will support the needs of mothers, babies and families,” Ms. Stewart says.

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines and breakthroughs. For the latest resources and health information, visit our websites marchofdimes.org and nacersano.org. If you have been affected by prematurity or birth defects, visit our shareyourstory.org community to find comfort and support. For detailed national, state and local perinatal statistics, visit peristats.org. You can also find us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram and Twitter.

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How to Experience the Great American Solar Eclipse Without Damaging Your Vision

July 12, 2017

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SAN FRANCISCO, July 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Aug. 21, millions of people in the U.S. will see day turn to night as a total solar eclipse passes over North America. The last time this happened from coast to coast was 1918. Temperatures will drop rapidly as the moon completely covers the sun. You will be able to see the spectacular colors and light of the sun’s atmosphere, a sight revealed to us only during a total solar eclipse.

While you cannot completely prepare yourself for the sight of a total solar eclipse, ophthalmologists — physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care — want you to be prepared with proper eye protection. Viewing even the smallest sliver of a crescent sun peeking out from behind the moon is enough to cause irreversible damage to your vision.

Russell N. Van Gelder, MD, Ph.D., a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, has treated patients who have lost vision to the sun.

“The complete solar eclipse is a wonderful and memorable phenomenon that should be experienced by everyone in the eclipse path,” said Dr. Van Gelder. “It is essential, however, that viewing is done safely. Viewing the sun directly, even for brief periods, can cause permanent damage to the retina and result in blindness. I have patients who viewed the sun 40 years ago, who remain without central vision in their affected eyes.”

Dr. Van Gelder explains that the lenses in your eyes act like a magnifying glass, one that is 5 times more powerful than a handheld magnifier. Think about how you can use that typical handheld magnifier to focus the sun to burn holes in paper. That’s what happens when you look at the sun without eye protection. You focus the sun’s light on the retina, burning holes in light-sensitive photoreceptor cells, causing blindness.

There is one exception to this rule. There is a brief phase during a total solar eclipse when it is safe to look directly at the sun. This phase is called totality, and it lasts about 2 minutes. It occurs when the moon entirely blocks the sun’s bright face. But as soon as the sun begins to reappear, put the solar filters back on. The path of totality for the Aug. 21, 2017, total solar eclipse is about 70 miles wide and stretches from Oregon to South Carolina. It passes through Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Outside the path of totality, sky watchers will see a partial solar eclipse.

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There are no exceptions to the rules for safely viewing a partial solar eclipse. To make sure people have the facts, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has teamed up with the American Astronomical Society to offer these five tips:

Use specially designed solar eclipse glasses and viewers to block the sun’s harmful rays. Ordinary sunglasses, even dark ones, are not strong enough to protect your eyes. To date, only four manufacturers have certified that their eclipse glasses and handheld solar viewers meet international safety standards:

Rainbow Symphony
American Paper Optics
Thousand Oaks Optical
TSE 17

Inspect your solar filter before the eclipse, and don’t use it if it’s scratched or damaged.
Another option is to view the eclipse through #14 welder’s glass. That’s much darker than the shades arc welders typically wear.
Use solar filters on camera lenses, binoculars, and telescopes.
Do not use solar eclipse glasses to look through a camera, binoculars or a telescope. The sun can melt the filter and damage your eyes.

For more information on solar eclipse safety, visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeSmart^®website. The American Astronomical Society also has resources on its website, including tips for how to shoot still images or video of a solar eclipse.

About the American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. A global community of 32,000 medical doctors, we protect sight and empower lives by setting the standards for ophthalmic education and advocating for our patients and the public. We innovate to advance our profession and to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality eye care. Our EyeSmart^® program provides the public with the most trusted information about eye health. For more information, visit aao.org.

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Impressive National Results for Letter Carriers’ Annual Food Drive

July 12, 2017

WASHINGTON, July 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 25^th annual food drive by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), held on Saturday, May 13, collected 75 million pounds, the third-highest total in the event’s history.

Combined with last year’s record of 80.1 million pounds, that makes a two-year total of 155 million pounds – the highest back-to-back total in the drive’s history.

“It’s an honor to be able to help people in need by leading an effort that brings out the best in so many Americans,” NALC President Fredric Rolando said.

Hunger affects about 50 million people around the country, including millions of children, senior citizens and veterans.

The Stamp Out Hunger^® Food Drive is the country’s largest single-day food drive. It is held annually on the second Saturday in May in 10,000 cities and towns in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Guam.

Customers leave their donation of non-perishable goods in paper bags next to their mailbox before the delivery of the mail that day. The nation’s 175,000 letter carriers collect the food donations left and distribute them to local food agencies.

The timing is important, with food banks, pantries and shelters running low on donations from the winter-holidays and with summer looming, when most school meal programs are suspended.

Several national partners assisted the NALC in this year’s food drive: the U.S. Postal Service, United Food & Commercial Workers International Union, National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association, United Way Worldwide, AARP Foundation, AFL-CIO, Valpak and Valassis.

In the quarter-century since it began, the annual food drive has collected almost 1.6 billion pounds of food.

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The 280,000-member National Association of Letter Carriers represents letter carriers across the country employed by the U.S. Postal Service, along with retired letter carriers. Founded by Civil War veterans in 1889, the NALC is among the country’s oldest labor unions.

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BillMo Now Ranks as the #1 Free Financial Application in Mexico in the Google Play Store

July 12, 2017

MIDDLEBURY, Connecticut and MEXICO CITY, July 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — BillMo, LLC, a US-based company that provides a low cost money transfer and mobile wallet application, is now the number one ranked free financial application in Mexico in the Google Play Store, surpassing all applications by leading financial institutions in the country.

BillMo is also ranked 25th overall in Mexico in the free category in the Google Play Store, a rare achievement for a nongaming app.

“We have seen explosive growth with more than 100,000 new installs in only a few days,” said Steve LaBella, BillMo’s CEO. “The traction BillMo is getting is phenomenal but it’s also something we anticipated and have been preparing for since launching in early 2016. The smartphone market opportunity in Latin America is dynamic, expansive and growing and with our team’s commitment and perseverance, we have been able to tap into it quicker than even we anticipated. The BillMo concept is now more than proven – it’s solidified and growing.”

BillMo’s digital wallet is an electronic tool used to financially transact in-app and in-store through the use of a smartphone, extending financial reach and freedom for its users. Wallet holders can use the app for a variety of financial transactions, including cash withdrawal, top up for any prepaid mobile phone, bill payment or retail purchases.

The BillMo application was released in Q1 2016 and has a four+ rating in the Google App store. The application is currently available in Mexico with plans to make it accessible throughout all Latin America.

BillMo is currently running a promotion for new beneficiaries: Upon receiving their first BillMo app transfer of $USD10 or greater, recipients will receive 100 bonus pesos.

BillMo is available in both Google Play and iTunes Stores. For more information, visit www.billmo.com/apps.

The BillMo application is a service of CBW Bank, Member FDIC.

About BillMo

BillMo (short for Billetera Móvil) is a US based company that offers a low cost money transfer and mobile wallet application. The BillMo application allows US senders to send money to individuals in Mexico using just their Smartphone and debit card, while turning Smartphones into mobile wallets for Mexican beneficiaries for cash withdrawal, top up for any prepaid mobile phone, bill payment or retail purchases. The cost for the US sender to transfer money is .99¢ and it is always free to receive money. For more information, visit www.billmo.com.

BillMo is a trademark of BillMo, LLC.

*BillMo is currently available in Mexico with Guatemala launching in Q3 2017 and other locations in Latin America to soon follow.

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Green Relief Welcomes Medical Marijuana Patients

July 12, 2017

KISSIMMEE, Fla., July 11, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Green Relief is located across the street from Florida Hospital in Kissimmee, and is now accepting medical marijuana patients. New rules for Medical Marijuana go into effect ‪June 24, eliminating the 90-day waiting period. Terminally ill patients can be recommended for the use of Medical Marijuana on their first visit and begin the process immediately.

On June 9, during a special session of the Florida legislature 2 new bills were passed. Amendment 2, legalizes the use of full-strength Medicinal Cannabis for patients suffering from a variety of debilitating medical conditions.

“Our business is unique,” says President Kerry Barasatie. “We specialize in medical marijuana. Our patients receive a thorough medical evaluation and a treatment plan tailored specifically for their condition. A patient will be seen by the same physician on every visit, even after five years. We are always available for our patients, and we are here to stay.”

Qualifying Medical Conditions

Patients suffering from cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and similar conditions are eligible to receive medical marijuana.

Receive a Medical Marijuana Card in FL

Dr. Frank Rodriguez works with the patient’s current physician/physicians to evaluate and determine the best treatment options. He then registers the patient in the Florida Department of Health’s Compassionate Use Registry.

Once registered, the patient receives a Medical Marijuana card which must be presented whenever an order is received. A patient may receive an order for three 70-day supplies, before returning to the clinic to be re-examined. The physician must be in the room with the patient when doing the certification.

Under current laws, medical marijuana cannot be smoked. It must be ingested, vaped, or administered as an oil or tincture.

Who Medical Marijuana Can Help

Medical Marijuana offers relief to patients who are not responding well to traditional pharmaceuticals with many unpleasant side effects. Medical Marijuana also helps many other symptoms and can reduce the use of pharmaceuticals in many cases.

Green Relief is not a medical marijuana dispensary and does not carry medical marijuana on the premises. Certified patients receive their orders through Knox Medical, Central Florida’s medical marijuana distribution center.

To make an appointment, or for more information about medical marijuana and the certification process, visit www.agreenrelief.com.

Media Contact: Kerry Barasatie, (407) 247-8474, [email protected]

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Antena 3’s news and entertainment are now available on DIRECTV Más

July 12, 2017

MADRID, July 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Antena 3, the longest-running international channel in the Atresmedia group, and DIRECTV, the AT&T satellite video service, have launched Antena 3 Internacional for DIRECTV customers.

With the addition of Antena 3, DIRECTV offers the entire portfolio of Atresmedia Internacional, which also includes ATRESERIES, the only 100% Spanish-language series channel, and ¡HOLA! TV, the most respected and exclusive source of news about celebrities, royalty and fashion.

Subscribers of the U.S. platform can tune to Antena 3 on channel 458 and in the OPTIMO MÁS, MÁS ULTRA and LO MAXIMO packages, as well as EN ESPAñOL and AMERICAS add-on packages.

“This new agreement with DIRECTV is a great development for Atresmedia Internacional in the very important U.S. market,” said Mar Martínez-Raposo, director of Atresmedia Internacional. “We are also pleased that DIRECTV is the first large operator to offer our three channels.”

“We are pleased to offer the full complement of Antena 3 Internacional programming to DIRECTV Más customers,” said Emma Brackett, vice president of Content at AT&T. “We believe Antena 3 will be a popular addition to our line up and provide more of the entertainment and news programming our viewers are looking for.”

Antena 3 Internacional is present in the main markets and, with 20 years on air, it continues to increase its recognition and presence with consistently high-quality programming, viewership and innovations every month.

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Black Enterprise Presents The Inaugural Black Men XCEL Summit, “A Celebration Of The Best Of Who We Are,” Aug. 30-Sept. 3

July 12, 2017

NEW YORK, July 11, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Black Enterprise will host its inaugural Black Men XCEL Summit Wednesday, Aug. 30 through Sunday, Sept. 3, at the PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This bold, festive, and exciting event was developed to celebrate the many contributions and achievements of today’s black men. The crown jewel of our BMX Summit, The XCEL Awards: An Extraordinary Celebration of Excellence and Leadership, will recognize iconic black men in every field of endeavor—from corporate America, to the entertainment industry, science and technology, athletics and sports, the education sector, and beyond.

“The Black Men XCEL Summit is an unprecedented, multiday gathering of black men and the women, who are our most steadfast champions and partners. It was designed to be energizing, uplifting, and loads of fun,” says Black Enterprise President and CEO Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. “Black Men XCEL is both a declaration and a quantum leap forward in the recognition of the achievements, leadership, and excellence of black men. It is the perfect opportunity for black men—and the women who love them—to indulge, celebrate, and enjoy themselves.”

Confirmed speakers for the Summit include iconic filmmaker, actor, and comedian Robert Townsend; the former CEO of REVOLT and founder and CEO of The Shadow League Keith Clinkscales; actor, writer, and producer Chris Spencer; Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Ed Gordon; actor Lamman Rucker; life coach, author, and TV lifestyle personality Dee Marshall; executive chef Ron Duprat; comedian Jonathan Slocumb, and many more.

With a slew of nationally recognized leaders, BMX will also provide attendees with live comedy and top-notch musical performances; a star-powered awards dinner; and—of course—luxury spa and world-class golf services. Attendees can make the most of their ultimate weekend getaway by enjoying a relaxing paint and sip class, participating in the cutting-edge fitness classes, or indulging in a taste of the good life at PGA’s world-class spa.

In addition, BMX attendees can engage in the many health, finance, and business workshops, and enjoy thought-provoking, insightful panels, such as:

How to Be a Mogul: Building Your Empire
The Fatherhood Factor: Excelling as Teachers, Role Models, and Leaders
Women Uncensored: Why We Love Black Men
Leading and Succeeding in Corporate America
The Black Men XCEL Special Luncheon: Black Men in Hollywood
Replicating Success: How to Scale Models for Mentorship
Young Men and Sports: Golden Opportunity or Fool’s Gold?
The BMXCEL Barbershop Debates

Other highlights of the Black Men XCEL Summit include:

Evening concerts and comedy shows
Nightly parties and a late-night cigar lounge
Competitive tournament golf on the PGA National Golf Club course
Golfing lessons, provided by instructors from the Golf Academy
The Mars vs. Venus Battle of the Sexes Competition
A cook-off challenge, featuring a celebrity chef

To register for the Black Men XCEL Summit or for more information, visit www.blackenterprise.com/bmx. You can also search #BMXCEL for additional updates and information about the Summit on social media.

The 2017 Black Men XCEL Summit is hosted by FedEx, with title sponsors AT&T, Genesis, and Prudential. Corporate sponsors include Carnival, Dell, Discover Palm Beaches, Georgia-Pacific, Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Walmart.

Black Enterprise, your ultimate source to build Wealth for Life, is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans. Since 1970, BE has provided essential business information and advice to professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and decision makers. Every month, Black Enterprise magazine provides 6 million readers with information on entrepreneurship, careers, and financial management. A multimedia company, BE also produces television programming, business and lifestyle events, Web content, and digital media. Visit www.blackenterprise.com for more information.

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