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Aeromexico Announces Promotional Collaboration With TripAdvisor To Encourage Its Flyers To Share Their Candid Feedback About Their Flight Experience

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MEXICO CITY, July 21, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, today announced that it has joined TripAdvisor® to promote its new airline reviews platform, which helps consumers better understand the value of their flight experience beyond price. Aeromexico will encourage customers to write candid reviews of their flight experience on TripAdvisor through various marketing channels.

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With the launch of the new airline reviews platform, TripAdvisor will continue to expand its massive base of 350 million traveler reviews and opinions, including all major airlines globally, including Aeromexico. Travelers now have a go-to resource for making more informed air travel decisions based not only on the price of the flight, but the total experience with the airline as viewed by TripAdvisor’s community of more than 340 million monthly unique visitors. 

“We believe in proactively seeking consumer feedback and opinions, which is why we support the launch of TripAdvisor airline reviews. This latest innovation gives us a unique opportunity to hear our customers’ opinions on a platform that they love: TripAdvisor,” said Rodrigo Llaguno, VP of Customer Experience at Aeromexico. “Airline Reviews on TripAdvisor will help us to improve its customer experience, from shopping on our website, to the pre-flight, airport and onboard experiences.”

Brian Gross, VP of E-Commerce at Aeromexico, added “TripAdvisor and Aeromexico have been partners since 2014 which started with the integration of TripAdvisor destination ratings. Our customers are inspired by TripAdvisor’s great user-generated content when planning their next trip to our 85 destinations within three continents and more around the world as a founder member of SkyTeam alliance. Encouraging our customers to review our service on TripAdvisor’s popular site is a logical next step. In addition, TripAdvisor’s flight comparison engine will soon offer aeromexico.com as an option for customers to purchase tickets.”

“We’re helping travelers determine which flight options offer the best value beyond price by surfacing candid traveler reviews and photos, as well as detailed amenities information,” said Andrew Wong, head of airline review partnerships, TripAdvisor global flights business. “By encouraging its customers to share their candid feedback, Aeromexico will give flyers around the world the insights they need to book with their carrier.”

While TripAdvisor users can review any airline they have flown, brands like Aeromexico are making a concerted effort to proactively engage with their customers and collect their honest feedback. All reviews submitted by travelers are subject to TripAdvisor’s review submission guidelines.

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About Grupo Aeromexico

Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V. is a holding company whose subsidiaries are engaged in commercial aviation in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, operates more than 600 daily flights and its main hub is in Terminal 2 at the Mexico City International Airport. Its destinations network features more than 80 cities on three continents, including 45 destinations in Mexico, 16 in the United States, 15 in Latin America, four in Europe, three in Canada and two in Asia.

The Group’s fleet of about 130 aircraft is comprised of Boeing 787, 777 and 737 jet airliners and next generation Embraer 145, 170, 175 and 190 models. In 2012, the airline announced the most significant investment strategy in aviation history in Mexico, to purchase 100 Boeing aircraft including 90 MAX B737 jet airliners and 10 B787-9 Dreamliners.

As a founding member of SkyTeam, Aeromexico offers customers more than 1,000 destinations in 179 countries served by the 20 SkyTeam airline partners rewarding passengers with benefits including access to 636 premium airport lounges around the world. Aeromexico also offers travel on its codeshare partner flights with Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines and WestJet with extensive connectivity in countries like the United States, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia and Peru. www.aeromexico.com www.skyteam.com  

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The Famous “Angelina Ballerina” Now On “Semillitas”

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MIAMI, July 21, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Semillitas, the TV channel produced especially for children from 0-5 years of age adds to its extensive programming the prestigious children TV series “Angelina Ballerina”. Angelina Ballerina is based on the books created by Katharine Holabird and illustrator Helen Craig. The books have been a phenomenon with more than 6 million copies sold worldwide. The TV series Angelina Ballerina has been awarded the “British Animation Award” for best animated special and has aired in more than 200 countries including PBS in the United States and CITV in the United Kingdom among other prestigious signals.

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Angelina Ballerina episodes have a duration of 13 minutes, and will be broadcasted every day in the morning, afternoon, and evening on Semillitas. This production tells the adventures of an 8 year old mouse who dreams of becoming a great dancer. Angelina is a feisty, passionate and full of energy mouse who works hard to achieve her goals and always learns from her mistakes. Music plays a pivotal role in this series since Angelina learns various forms of dance like modern dance, classical ballet, tap, jazz and folk dances. The series stimulates creativity of children and helps them stay healthy and active while being at home. Each episode seeks to inspire youngsters to follow their dreams and try to achieve them.

With the addition of this series, Semillitas is reinforcing the presence of internationally recognized animated brands. Besides this appealing content Semillitas keeps producing in house pieces that are culturally significant for families with children. Semillitas is recognized for its carefully nonviolent programming. Besides focusing on the preservation of Latin Culture, the channel is also known for its active presence in social networks and also for the channel’s webpage www.semillitas.tv, which incorporates video games and other items intended to fulfill its educational mission.

About Semillitas: “Semillitas” is a toddlers and preschoolers Pay TV channel that programs Spanish language animation, 24 hours a day, and is produced and distributed by SOMOSTV.  SOMOSTV is a company devoted to the development and promotion of pay TV in the US Hispanic market and Puerto Rico through the launch of TV channels and the distribution of all types of made for TV content in all platforms with technical and creative excellence.

CONTACT: Emma McGregor, 783-220-0280, [email protected]

HOLA! USA confirms that its national launch and printed publication will be on newsstands on August 16th

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NEW YORK, July 19, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HELLO & HOLA Media, Inc. announced today that its namesake publication, HOLA! USA will be on newsstands nationwide on August 16th. The U.S. edition of HOLA! Magazine is the latest piece of a legacy cultivated by third generation, family-owned HOLA & HELLO Media. The US edition of the publication will be available on newsstand in Spanish, but breaking with industry norms, the subscribers will have the option to receive their copy in Spanish or English.

With this huge announcement, the ¡HOLA! Group starts a new chapter helmed by Sylvia Banderas Coffinet who has been incorporated to the group as Publisher/VP of Integrated Sales. Banderas has enjoyed highly successful and meteoric rise working in publishing for just shy of a decade. Brand assignments under her belt include Town & Country, Latina, Glamour and most recently serving as second in command at People en Español.

“It is with great pride that I have accepted the role,” stated Sylvia Banderas Coffinet. “I am certain that the launch of this legacy brand will fill a need for content targeting affluent Hispanic women with a sophisticated sensibility and global mindset.”

HOLA! USA, as well as HOLA.com has been meticulously curated for the global citizen Latinas are today. With exclusive original content and impactful imagery, we currently reach over one million monthly unique visitors with our digital platforms, both in Spanish and English. To top that, we have opened a newsroom in Brooklyn with over 20 professionals that create Anglo and Hispanic content for both platforms, and collaborate closely with our sister brand, Hola TV for a real 360 content approach. Having someone with Sylvia’s portfolio and accolades as a partner is simply a blessing,” said Cristy Marrero, HOLA! USA’s Editorial Vice President.

Founded in 1944 by Antonio Sanchez and his wife Mercedes Junco, ¡HOLA! has been successfully adapted internationally with distribution in 120 countries, in 9 different languages. In 1988, the company launched Hello! UK. Today, more than 25 million weekly readers worldwide get exclusive stories, such as Eva Longoria and Pepe Bastón, and Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s official wedding announcements.

“There is nothing in the U.S. market like HOLA! USA,” emphasized Banderas. “This brand is all about proclaiming to the Hispanic woman ‘you have arrived,’ a narrative that currently does not exist at a time when Hispanic women are a must-have consumer market segment.”

Javier Junco, Chief Financial Officer of ¡HOLA! said: “Sylvia’s stellar sales record, genuine enthusiasm for the market and kind manner with clients made it clear that she was the right choice for the appointment, just in time to take over with HOLA! USA. We came to the United States to stay,” stated Junco.

About ¡HOLA!:  Founded in 1944, ¡HOLA! Magazine has become one of the world’s leaders in its field. Its long history publishing the best celebrity and royalty photographs has made it an international icon for glamour, informative accuracy and good quality. The Spanish media company HELLO! & ¡HOLA! Media, Inc. publishes over 30 international editions from the U.K. to the Philippines, in 9 different languages, that reach more than 25 million readers every week, alongside 8 websites that have more than 20 million monthly unique visitors and a broadcast channel with over 14 million viewers.

Media contact: Bridger Communications: Aleyso Bridger, Executive Director & CEO – [email protected] – P: (786) 488-5683

Publix Super Markets is New #1 National March for Babies Corporate Partner

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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 21, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the first time in 30 years, there is a new number one national March for Babies corporate partner, the March of Dimes announced during its annual March of Dimes Summer Conference. Dr. Jennifer Howse, president of the March of Dimes, told the hundreds of attendees that Publix Super Markets, Inc. has earned that distinction.

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“We congratulate Publix, their associates, and customers for this outstanding accomplishment,” says Dr. Howse. “Publix’s commitment to our goal of giving every baby a fighting chance has been unwavering for 21 years. The impact of this generous contribution to help fight premature birth, the leading cause of death among babies in the United States, is significant and substantial.”

Publix, based in Lakeland, Florida, with 1,120 retail stores in six states: Alabama (61), Georgia (182), Florida (768), South Carolina (56), Tennessee (39) and North Carolina (14), has worked alongside the March of Dimes for more than two decades.  This year, during their annual three week in-store and associate March for Babies fundraising campaign, Publix customers and associates raised more than $7.3 million, an 18 percent year-over-year increase for the second straight year.  This brings the Publix 21-year total to an impressive contribution of more than $65 million to help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

“I’d like to give a big thank you to the more than 180,000 associates across our company who give of themselves every day in our stores and communities.  Our people truly make the difference, and without them, we wouldn’t have been able to achieve our stellar campaign results,” says Todd Jones, Publix CEO & President. “And with the passion of our associates, comes the generosity of our customers. We’ve always said, we have the best customers in the industry. And each year, they rise to the occasion to support healthy babies.”

March for Babies is Publix’s largest-grossing customer facing campaign. The company also raises awareness within the communities it serves through outreach by associates who engage the hearts and minds of customers, Mr. Jones says.

Since Publix joined the March of Dimes in 1995, there have been many breakthroughs for mothers and babies, including:

  • After years of March of Dimes advocacy, in 2008, all 50 states began to require screening of all newborns for 21 or more serious but treatable conditions immediately after birth.
  • The March of Dimes has opened five Prematurity Research Centers, a network of centers pioneering a “team science” approach that brings together scientists from a wide array of fields to find the unknown causes of preterm birth.
  • In April 2016, the Food & Drug Administration approved voluntary fortification of corn masa flour with folic acid after years of petitioning by the March of Dimes. Hispanic women are about 20 percent more likely to have babies with serious birth defects of the brain and spine known as neural tube birth defects.  

March for Babies is the March of Dimes largest fundraiser and America’s favorite walking event. It takes place during the last weekend of April in nearly 500 communities nationwide. March for Babies is sponsored nationally by the March of Dimes number one corporate supporter Kmart, and top sponsors Famous Footwear, Macy’s, Cigna, United Airlines, and Mission Pharmacal.

About Publix

Founded in 1930, Publix Super Markets is the largest and fastest-growing employee-owned supermarket chain in the United States. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism and a commitment to our market areas and beyond. Publix’s commitment to diversity has contributed to their success in being a great place to work and shop.  For more information visit their website publix.com or find them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

About March of Dimes

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 at marchofdimes.org and nacersano.org. To participate in our annual signature fundraising event, visit marchforbabies.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 persistats.org. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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GO Bondholders charge Puerto Rico with Violations of PROMESA

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WASHINGTON, July 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, certain holders of Puerto Rico’s general obligation (GO) bonds filed suit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico seeking to stop Puerto Rico’s violations of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (“PROMESA“).  The lawsuit is brought by entities managed by Aurelius Capital Management, LP, Autonomy Capital (Jersey) L.P., Covalent Partners LLC, FCO Advisors LP, Monarch Alternative Capital LP and Stone Lion Capital Partners L.P.   

Andrew Rosenberg of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, legal advisor to the general obligation bondholders, commented:

“The government of Puerto Rico has been violating PROMESA from practically the moment of its enactment.  Section 204(c)(3) of PROMESA requires that Puerto Rico ‘shall not enact new laws that either permit the transfer of any funds or assets outside the ordinary course of business or that are inconsistent with the constitution or laws of the territory as of the date of enactment of this Act.’  Just hours after PROMESA took effect, Puerto Rico brazenly violated this provision by enacting extraordinary measures diverting many hundreds of millions of dollars.

“Section 204(c)(3) is designed to preserve the status quo until the Oversight Board is formed.  Puerto Rico’s officials have upended the status quo.  Our clients have sued to restore it.” 

To view a copy of the complaint, visit: here.   

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Plaza Provision Company installs another Viking Cold™ Thermal Energy Storage system reducing energy costs by over 30%

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HOUSTON, July 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Plaza Provision Company, a leading food distributor in Puerto Rico, has purchased its fourth Thermal Energy Storage (TES) system from Viking Cold Solutions, and where installed, has reduced energy consumption by over 30%.

Three Viking Cold’s Thermal Energy Storage systems, installed in 2010, 2013 and 2014, have saved Plaza Provision Company over $650,000, reduced energy consumption by over 3,200 MWh, and reduced carbon footprint by over 2,200 metric tons. The patented Thermal Energy Storage systems store energy at night for subsequent day use, allowing refrigeration to run less frequently. The result is significant cost and electricity savings.

“We purchased our fourth system because the total reduction in consumption has surpassed our expectations,” said Robert Cimino, CEO of Plaza Provision Company. “Also, having real-time monitoring has been invaluable and has helped us to recognize and address equipment issues before they become costly problems.”

Robert Cimino’s use of state of the art efficiency technology to not only improve his bottom line but also to preserve the environment, is an example of what can be achieved using the Viking Cold’s TES system,” said James Bell, CEO of Viking Cold Solutions. “Our TES system can be installed in cold storage facilities and supermarkets to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint while mitigating risk with temperature monitoring and backup thermal protection.”

Plaza Provision Company’s system is among twenty-four that Viking Cold has installed in cold storage warehouses and supermarkets in Puerto Rico, Bermuda, St. Thomas, California, New Mexico, and Texas.

Aireko Services and Installation, Inc., a leading HVAC services company, is the authorized distributor of Viking Cold’s TES system in Puerto Rico. They have been installing Viking Cold’s systems since 2010.

To learn more, watch Viking Cold’s 90 second video about how the technology works. To see more details on the Plaza Provision Company case, click here.

Viking Cold Solutions™ is an energy management company focused on making the world’s cold storage systems more efficient. The Viking Cold team has deep expertise in cold storage energy management, supermarket energy management, and thermal energy storage systems.

Viking Cold provides energy storage solutions that reduce operational costs and business risk for cold storage and supermarkets with high refrigeration-based energy loads. The company is expanding rapidly throughout the U.S. and internationally. Learn more at vikingcold.com.

New Blue Harbor Fish Co.™ Brand Provides Sustainably-Caught, Premium Quality Albacore Tuna

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Packed with Simple Ingredients Blue Harbor Fish Co. is Marine Stewardship Council Certified

MIRA LOMA, California, July 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — New on deck… Blue Harbor Fish Co. pouches and cans combine the simple ingredients of sustainably-caught, wild Albacore tuna, water, a touch of sea salt or no salt added with no preservatives to bring back the essential fresh flavor of tuna. Blue Harbor Fish Co. is committed to offering the highest-quality Albacore Tuna from Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified fisheries in the South Pacific.

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The Blue Harbor Fish Co. brand is dedicated to the sustainability of the world’s fish stocks. Blue Harbor Fish Co. tuna is caught using long-line fishing methods and innovative tracking systems to help ensure the traceability of the catch all the way back to the boat. The tuna is then hand-selected and each pouch or can is packed with only water, or water and sea salt, offering a delicious, mild, clean flavor.

Both the brand’s pouches and cans feature the internationally recognized Marine Stewardship Council “MSC” blue label so shoppers have independent third party verification of Blue Harbor Fish Co.’s commitment to certified sustainable seafood. The MSC is an international non-profit organization established to address the issue of unsustainable fishing and to safeguard seafood supplies for the future. Fishing has a major impact on the world’s marine environment, which is why all MSC certified fisheries, including those where Blue Harbor Fish Co. Albacore is sourced, meet robust requirements to ensure fish stocks can continue indefinitely while preserving the ecosystem.

“The MSC is proud to partner with Blue Harbor Fish Co. to help achieve our vision of oceans teeming with life for future generations,” said Brian Perkins, MSC Regional Director for the Americas. “The blue MSC label on this product means that it can be traced right back to a certified sustainable wild source and that it was caught responsibly with minimal impact on the environment.”

The Blue Harbor Fish Co. products retail for approximately $2.69 per a pouch and $3.49 per a can (pricing will vary by retailer). Pouches and cans will shortly be available online and in the seafood aisle at your local grocery store.

Visit www.BlueHarborFishCo.com to learn more about Blue Harbor Fish Co. products and find recipes like the Spring Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad.

Blue Harbor Fish Co.’s Spring Wheat Berry & Tuna Salad Recipe
Refreshing, light and bursting with vitamins and fiber, this salad is easy-to-prepare and easy-to-love.

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients
1 can (4.6 oz) Blue Harbor Fish Co.™ Albacore Tuna in Water, No Salt Added, drained and chunked
4 cups baby lettuce mix
½ cup blueberries, washed
½ cup diced strawberries
1 cup cooked and cooled wheat berries
1 Tbsp. chopped green onion (about 1 onion)
2 Tbsp. chopped walnuts
2 Tbsp. feta cheese (optional)
Dressing
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation
Place lettuce in large salad bowl or split between two small bowls.
Add blueberries and strawberries, and toss.
Mix wheat berries, onion and walnuts together in a small bowl. (This can be done ahead and stored in the refrigerator. A drizzle of olive oil may help keep the wheat berries from clumping.)
Top salad with wheat berry mix, tuna pieces and feta cheese, if desired.
In a separate bowl, whisk vinegar and mustard into the olive oil. Add salt and pepper, and toss with the salad.

Time-saving tip: Cook wheat berries over the weekend and store in a container in the refrigerator. Pull out what you need during the week.

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About Marine Stewardship Council (msc.org)
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is an international non-profit organization with a vision for the world’s oceans to be teeming with life and seafood supplies that are safeguarded for this and future generations. The blue MSC label on a seafood product means that it comes from a wild-catch fishery, which has been independently certified to the MSC’s science-based standard for environmentally sustainable fishing and is fully traceable to a sustainable source.

About Blue Harbor Fish Co.
Blue Harbor Fish Co. brand is committed to offering the highest-quality, sustainably-caught fish and protecting our oceans. Blue Harbor Fish Co. provides 100 percent long-line, wild-caught Albacore tuna sourced from the South Pacific from Marine Stewardship Council certified fisheries. Our mission is Simple Ingredients. Sustainably Caught.

Media Contact:
Kim Kirchner
Coburn Communication
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