Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC) Announces FUSE, the Fund for Undocumented Social Entrepreneurs

July 12, 2016

SAN FRANCISCO, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC) today launched FUSE, the Fund for Undocumented Social Entrepreneurs, an initiative to foster and provide financial support for the entrepreneurial projects of undocumented young people working to create positive social change. In 2016, E4FC plans to disburse $250,000 in funding through $5,000 to $50,000 one-year grants. Preliminary applications are due August 5, 2016.

E4FC believes it is essential to support undocumented young people who are working to create positive social change as their contributions are essential to the future of our country. “By identifying creative and highly motivated undocumented young people — and supporting the entrepreneurial projects they design and lead — we will affirm the case that all of us benefit from welcoming and fully integrating undocumented young people into the fabric of American life,” said E4FC’s Executive Director Katharine Gin. FUSE will provide concrete examples and offer inspiring stories of undocumented young people who are at the forefront of social change in the U.S.

The FUSE initiative began as a conversation between Gin and journalist/author Jorge Ramos. As a longtime supporter of E4FC’s New American Scholars Program (which provides financial awards to low-income undocumented college and graduate students) Ramos wanted to deepen his commitment to E4FC and its mission. Gin proposed FUSE as a way to expand financial support and foster meaningful opportunities for undocumented young people nationwide, particularly those who are inhibited from pursuing their chosen careers because of their immigration status.

“In this political climate nothing is more important than telling the truth about the enormous contributions of undocumented immigrants to our country. FUSE will serve as a tool for them to demonstrate their creativity and their commitment to this nation. I’m sure we will be pleasantly surprised with their projects for social change,” said Ramos.

Since that initial conversation, a number of other prominent philanthropists and thought leaders have also committed to supporting FUSE and helped to design it. They include The Grove Foundation; James Gutierrez; Robert, Colleen and Elise Haas; Jeff Hawkins and Elisha Wiesel.

E4FC will consider FUSE proposals for projects that address a variety of needs, target diverse populations, and employ different strategies. They can be non-profit or for-profit initiatives — or hybrid projects that include both non-profit and for-profit components. E4FC is open to supporting projects that serve and advocate for undocumented people as well as ones with broader potential impact . . . projects that strengthen families and build community; projects that advance educational achievement; projects that broaden economic opportunities; and projects that improve public health or the environment. Most importantly, the projects must create positive social change and must be designed and led by undocumented young people.

E4FC welcomes and strongly encourages proposals that reflect and respond to the diversity of the undocumented community. They are especially interested in proposals from project leaders from the African and Asian diasporas and from leaders who identify as LGBT, queer or transgender. They strongly encourage proposals for projects that address the needs and concerns of diverse communities.

Applicants for funding must first submit a brief application form by August 5, 2016. For more information about FUSE please visit fuse.e4fc.org

Any undocumented young person is eligible to apply for a grant through FUSE. E4FC considers an undocumented immigrant someone who was born outside of the United States, is not a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident and does not possess a green card, visa, or have status to be in the U.S. Applicants do NOT need to be eligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to qualify.

Founded in 2006, Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC) is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that empowers undocumented young people to pursue their dreams of college, career, and citizenship in the United States. E4FC’s programming is designed by and for undocumented young people in close collaboration with committed allies. E4FC is a fiscally sponsored program of Community Initiatives. For more information, visit www.e4fc.org.

FUSE Information Links: fuse.e4fc.org
FAQ: http://e4fc.org/fuse/fusefaqs.html
Supporters: http://e4fc.org/fuse/fusesupporters.html

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UNIQLO Opens Special Concept Store in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort

July 12, 2016

ORLANDO, Florida, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — UNIQLO is pleased to celebrate the launch of its newest store location in the U.S. this Friday, July 15, in Town Center at Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. UNIQLO opens its doors at 10 a.m. to the sounds of a Japanese Taiko drum performance, welcoming customers to an experience they will long remember.

“Opening our UNIQLO store at Disney Springs is a dream come true for us,” said Hiroshi Taki, CEO of UNIQLO USA. “We look forward to introducing a new and unique shopping experience, unlike any other UNIQLO store in the world, with special products, Japanese-inspired merchandise and family-fun activities for both locals and vacationers. We hope every day will feel like opening day for our customers.”

UNIQLO at Disney Springs will be the company’s first store in the Southeast region. Upon entering the 25,000 square-foot (2,300-square-meter) store, customers are introduced to the brand’s full assortment of LifeWear: innovative, high-quality clothing that is universal in design and comfort and made for anyone, anywhere. The walls of the first floor are lined by such core products as Supima Cotton T-shirts, Dry Pique Polo Shirts, and Premium Linen Shirts, in a variety of colors and styles for any occasion. Walking farther into the store, customers see special concept corners unique to UNIQLO at Disney Springs that bring the brand’s Japanese heritage to life, alongside an assortment of Disney-inspired products.

The second floor opens to a room dedicated to the athletic wear worn by UNIQLO’s Global Brand Ambassadors, including men’s World No.1 singles tennis player Novak Djokovic and top golfer Adam Scott. Also featured are men’s and women’s innerwear products such as AIRism, made with cooling technology, and socks piled high in 50 colors. A wall of UTs (UNIQLO T-shirts) highlighting designs by modern artists, and casual wear for men, women, kids, and babies make up the rest of the floor.

Japanese Heritage:

Exclusive Japanese “omiyage” (souvenir) items are available for purchase, including silk folding fans, uchiwa fans, paper samurai costumes and Buddha boards. Themes from “Kabuki,” a classical performing art in Japan, are featured on UTs, and Yukatas – light cotton kimonos – are available for women and girls. In addition, the store windows highlight artfully-folded paper exhibits by artists Mr. Edmund Ooi and Mr. Shin Tanaka, and in-store daily activities include origami and calligraphy lessons.

Exclusive Products:

An assortment of products are sold exclusively at the UNIQLO store at Disney Springs and at the Uniqlo.com online store, featuring iconic Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, as well as “city” T-Shirts including Orlando, Florida. The store also sells exclusive Disney-themed patches, which can be ironed onto any UNIQLO item of clothing on the spot as a complimentary service.

Customers can share their excitement about the new UNIQLO store via the company’s social media channels Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #UniqloDisneySprings.

Opening Weekend Events, July 15 – 17:

Sales Promotions from July 15 to July 24

Women’s Chino Micro Shorts	$14.90 (from $19.90)
Women’s Premium Linen Long Sleeve Shirt	$19.90 (from $29.90)
Women’s Supima Cotton Tank Top	$7.90 (from $9.90)
Women’s Supima Cotton Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-shirt	$7.90 (from $9.90)
Women’s Supima Cotton V-neck Short Sleeve T-shirt	$7.90 (from $9.90)
Men’s Chino Shorts	$19.90 (from $29.90)
Men’s Linen Cotton Short Sleeve Shirt	$19.90 (from $29.90)
Men’s Swim Active Shorts	$19.90 (from $29.90)

Activities

1. UNIQLO Prize Wheel
On July 15, customers have the chance to win prizes ranging from UTs (UNIQLO T-shirts) and AIRism innerwear products, to store gift cards, and a trip for two to Tokyo, Japan.

2. Origami and Calligraphy Lessons
Customers are invited to join Japanese origami and calligraphy lessons with professional artists every Saturday and Sunday, with an extended schedule during Opening Weekend running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on July 15, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 16, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 17.

3. Calligraphy Demonstrations
Calligraphy demonstrations by artist Ms. Aoi Yamaguchi take place in front of the store on Opening Day, July 15, at 6:15 p.m. and 7:35 p.m.

4. Taiko Drum Performances
Taiko Project performs in front of the store on July 15, at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

5. Kendama Performances
Kendama – a traditional Japanese wooden toy with three cups, a spike and a ball – performances take place in front of the store on July 15, at 6:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m.

Name:	UNIQLO at Disney Springs
Opening Date:	10 a.m. Friday, July 15
Operating Hours:	10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Sunday
Address:	1674 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Floor Space:	Approximately 25,000 square feet (2,300 square meters) across two floors.

About UNIQLO LifeWear
Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

About UNIQLO and Fast Retailing
UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading global Japanese retail holding company that designs, manufactures and sells clothing under seven main brands: Comptoir des Cotonniers, GU, Helmut Lang, J Brand, Princesse tam.tam, Theory, and UNIQLO. With global sales of approximately 1.6817 trillion yen for the 2015 fiscal year ending August 31, 2015 (US $13.88 billion, calculated in yen using the end of August 2015 rate of $1 = 121.18 yen), Fast Retailing is one of the world’s largest apparel retail companies, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer.

UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world’s most important cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a truly global brand. Today the company has a total of more than 1,700 stores in 17 markets worldwide including Japan, Australia, Belgium, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, U.K. and the U.S. In addition, Grameen UNIQLO, a social business established in Bangladesh in September 2010, currently operates several Grameen UNIQLO stores in Dhaka. UNIQLO manages an integrated business model under which it designs, manufactures, markets and sells high-quality, casual apparel. The company believes that truly great clothes should be supremely comfortable, feature universal designs, are of high quality and offer a superb fit to everyone who wears them.

With a corporate statement committed to changing clothes, changing conventional wisdom and change the world, Fast Retailing is dedicated to creating great clothing with new and unique value to enrich the lives of people everywhere. For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com.

About Disney Springs
Disney Springs is a one-of-a-kind Disney experience, treating guests by day and night to great dining, shopping and entertainment amid beautiful open-air promenades, flowing springs and waterfront charm. Offering an air of sophisticated grace and design that harkens to Florida’s waterfront towns at the turn-of-the-century, Disney Springs is home to four distinct, outdoor neighborhoods: The Landing, Town Center, Marketplace and West Side. Nearing completion in 2016, Disney Springs has been undergoing the largest expansion in its history to double the number of shops, restaurants and other venues for guests to explore, which will result in more than 150 establishments. Disney Springs is part of Walt Disney World Resort, the number one family vacation destination in the world, located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

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Award-Winning, Latin Food Chef And Author Chef Lala Tapped As Spokesperson For The HERDEZ® Brand

July 12, 2016

AWARD-WINNING, LATIN FOOD CHEF AND AUTHOR CHEF LALA TAPPED AS SPOKESPERSON FOR THE HERDEZ(R) BRAND

ORANGE, California, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The makers of the HERDEZ® Brand, the No. 1 salsa brand in Mexico, are proud to name award-winning, Latin food chef and author Chef Lala as spokesperson. As part of their first collaboration, Chef Lala brings the perfect “carne asada” this summer with authentically unique Latin flavors featuring HERDEZ® Brand Salsa Verde, Salsa Casera and hints of the much-anticipated Guacamole Salsa.

“I love HERDEZ® salsas! It’s exciting to work with a brand that’s been in my pantry through generations,” said Chef Lala, accomplished celebrity chef and certified nutritionist. “A ‘carne asada’ isn’t just a grilled skirt steak, it’s a social gathering with friends, family and great food at the center. HERDEZ® Brand salsas are the secret ingredient that enhance the multidimensional flavors of that great food-making it absolutely delicious!”

Chef Lala’s “carne asada” culinary creations are available exclusively on www.herdeztraditions.com/carne-asada-summer. Among the delectable dishes are: Carne Asada with Divorced Enchiladas Tampiqueñas, Pizza a la Mexicana, Carne Asada Kebab, Grilled Steak with Oaxaca Cheese and Albondigas a la Parrilla.

“Chef Lala is a first-class chef, the makers of the HERDEZ® Brand are proud to partner with her,” said Gilberto Gutierrez, senior brand manager for HERDEZ® Brand. “We’re certain ‘carne asada’ lovers will enjoy Chef Lala’s classic recipes throughout the summer and beyond.”

To further encourage you to keep your “carne asada fiesta” going Chef Lala invites you to try her recipes and join the HERDEZ® Brand “‘Carne Asada Fiesta’ social media sweepstakes.” Fans can enter to win prizes by capturing a photo or video of their “Carne Asada Fiesta” experience, hashtaging it #CarneAsadaSweepstakes and, tagging @HERDEZTraditions and sharing on Facebook or Instagram. One Grand Prize winner will receive a “carne asada fiesta;” three second place winners will receive a pair of concert tickets to their local Latin fest; and fifty third place winners will receive an HERDEZ® Brand limited edition ‘Carne Diem’ T-shirt.

For more information on the HERDEZ® Brand “‘Carne Asada Fiesta’ social media sweepstakes” or to download recipes visit www.herdeztraditions.com/carne-asada-summer. Follow the HERDEZ® brand via social media on Facebook and Instagram @HERDEZTraditions and on Twitter @HERDEZBrand. Join the conversation via #CarneAsadaSweepstakes.

About the HERDEZ® Brand
HERDEZ® salsa is made the authentic way, using fresh ingredients like tomatoes, onions, chile peppers and cilantro. Today, HERDEZ® Salsa is the No.1 selling salsa brand in Mexico and a growing staple in homes in the United States. HERDEZ® authentic Mexican products are available nationwide at major grocery stores. Visit www.herdeztraditions.com for more information.

About Chef Lala
Chef Lala is an accomplished chef, author, stylist, consultant and certified nutritionist. Her love of food sprouted from her time spent in her family’s Mexican restaurants and continued through her education at Le Cordon Bleu where she studied global cuisine. Since then, this first generation Latina dynamo has gone on to make waves in the food industry receiving multiple awards including: the Los Angeles Times, Latinos de Hoy Culinary Award (2014); the Joselin Institute of Health, Latino Initiatives at Harvard Medical School Honoree (2012) and the American Diabetes Association, Community Spirit Awards (2011). Chef Lala has written several books including “Latin Lover Lite,” “Best Loved Mexican Cooking with Chef Lala” and “Yummy for your Tummy.” Chef Lala believes that diet is not about deprivation but about lifestyle. Her approach to cooking is simple and aims to teach how to enjoy food happily and wisely.

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2016 Republican National Convention announces Freedom Plaza

July 12, 2016

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CLEVELAND, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Centered between Quicken Loans Arena and Progressive Field is Freedom Plaza, an open air gathering space unique to the 2016 Republican National Convention. Freedom Plaza will be home to a “Salute to America”; the cuisine and music of the South, East, West, and Midwest will be featured each day of the Convention. All Convention attendees are welcome to grab a drink, indulge in local fare, listen to some great music, and mix and mingle in the hours before and after each Convention session.

“Cleveland has become home for our Convention staff for nearly two years, and we are excited to share the experiences we’ve enjoyed with the guests coming for the 2016 Republican National Convention,” Convention CEO Jeff Larson said. “The Convention is a time of celebration for the Republican party and the Freedom Plaza will help us bring lasting memories to the 2016 Convention.”

See below for the full list of entertainers that will be playing during the Republican National Convention:

Monday, July 18th – Swon Brothers/Hope Country
Tuesday, July 19th – Super Diamond/Dave Fenley
Wednesday, July 20th – Lee Brice/Jordy Searcy
Thursday, July 21st – Hope Country/The Sensations

Freedom Plaza will feature food that represents every corner of the United States, as well as wine and beer made right here in Ohio! Check out what will be available for purchase below:

Del’s Catering – All-American Cheeseburger, Cleveland Polish Boy, Applewood Smoked Pulled Pork or Chicken Sliders, and Macaroni and Cheese
Southern Food Tent (Marigold Catering) – Grits’n’more, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Red Beans and Braised Okra
Midwest Food Tent (Marigold Catering) – Pierogis, Crispy Cheddar and Bacon Frizzled Onions, Kielbasa with Sweet Peppers and Caramelized Onions, Sour Cream, Pickled Onions and Wild Mushrooms
East Meets West Food Tent (Marigold Catering) – Braised Beef Brisket or Pulled Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw and Pickled Red Onions, New England Lobster Roll, Lobster and Shrimp Salad
Wines from Dark Horse winery and Covey Run winery
Beers from Brooklyn Brewery, Great Lakes Brewing Company, Thirsty Dog Brewing Company, and Market Garden Brewery

Freedom Plaza will be open for several hours before each session and even after sessions end. Please see the full list of open hours:

Monday, July 18th – 11 AM – 1 PM and 11 PM – 1 AM
Tuesday, July 19th – 2:30 – 5:30 PM and 11 PM – 1 AM
Wednesday, July 20th – 4 – 7 PM and 11 PM – 1 AM
Thursday, July 21st – 4:30 – 7:30 PM and 11 PM – 1 AM

*Freedom Plaza Hours are subject to change.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Paid for by the Committee on Arrangements for the 2016 Republican National Convention. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee.
www.convention.gop.

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When, Where, How and Why to Change Your Vehicle’s Oil

July 12, 2016

BETHESDA, Md., July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Car Care Council reminds motorists that basic vehicle maintenance is an easy, inexpensive way to prolong the life of vehicles and avoid costly repairs down the road.

“When thinking about vehicle maintenance, regular oil changes likely come to mind first,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “A quick review of the why, when, where and how of changing your vehicle’s oil is a good way to see the value of basic auto care.”

Why
Motor oil lubricates the moving parts in your engine, preventing wear by keeping the engine clean, removing contaminants and regulating engine temperature to prevent overheating. Neglecting to check and change your vehicle’s oil can lead to expensive repairs, including engine failure.

When
Check your vehicle owner’s manual; most will recommend changing the oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. However, other factors such as harsh weather conditions, driving in stop-and-go traffic or on dusty/dirt roads, towing a trailer, driving at high speeds and the age of your vehicle can all bring down this time interval, making it a safe bet to have the oil checked at the lower end of the recommended interval.

Where
An oil change performed by a professional technician is a quick, low-cost vehicle service. When taking your car in for maintenance or repairs, be sure that the shop employs ASE certified technicians. ASE certification means that the technicians take their training seriously and have passed tests to demonstrate their skills.

How
Do-it-yourselfers can access the Car Care Council’s website for an instructional video by Driverside on how to change your vehicle’s oil.

To help drivers “be car care aware,” the Car Care Council has many free tools available at www.carcare.org, including a free 80-page Car Care Guide and a customized service schedule with email reminders to make it easy to follow a routine auto care program.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For a copy of the council’s Car Care Guide or for more information, visit www.carcare.org.

Co-Lead Counsel Susman Godfrey L.L.P. and Gradstein & Marzano, P.C. Notify Class Members of Rights in Pending Class Action Regarding Pre-1972 Sound Recordings

July 12, 2016

LOS ANGELES, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following statement is being issued by Susman Godfrey L.L.P. and Gradstein & Marzano, P.C. regarding the Lawsuit between Flo & Eddie, Inc. and Sirius XM Radio, Inc..

If You Are Owners Of Sound Recordings Fixed Prior To February 15, 1972 Which Have Been Performed, Distributed, Reproduced, Or Otherwise Exploited By Sirius XM In California Without A License Or Authorization From August 21, 2009 To August 24, 2016, A Class Action May Affect Your Rights.

What is this case about?

On August 1, 2013, Plaintiff Flo & Eddie, Inc. (“Flo & Eddie”) filed a lawsuit against Defendant Sirius XM Radio, Inc. on behalf of itself and a putative class of owners of sound recordings fixed prior to February 15, 1972 (“pre-1972 recordings”), alleging that Sirius XM, without a license or authorization, was performing, distributing, and reproducing, those pre-1972 recordings in California as part of its satellite and internet radio services (the “Lawsuit”). The lawsuit is known as Flo & Eddie, Inc. v. Sirius XM Radio, Inc., Case No. CV13-05693, and is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Trial is set for November 2016.

Am I in the Class?

You qualify as a member of the Class if you are an owner of pre-1972 recordings which have been performed, distributed, reproduced, or otherwise exploited by Sirius XM in California without a license or authorization to do so from August 21, 2009 to August 24, 2016. As a class member, your legal rights are affected, and you have a choice to make.

Has the Court made any determinations in this Lawsuit?

The Court has already found Sirius XM liable for its public performance of pre-1972 recordings in California in favor of Flo & Eddie. Sirius XM continues to assert the availability of certain defenses and the unavailability of certain damages theories.

What are my Options?

You have to decide now whether to stay in the Class or ask to be excluded.

If you do nothing, you are staying in the Class. As a member of the Class, you will keep the possibility of getting money or benefits that may come from a trial or a settlement. But, you will give up any rights to sue Sirius XM separately over the legal claims asserted in this Lawsuit. You will be legally bound by the judgment in this Lawsuit, whether favorable or not.
If you ask to be excluded, and money or benefits are later awarded to the Class as a result of this Lawsuit, you won’t share in those. But, you keep any rights to sue Sirius XM separately about the same legal claims in this Lawsuit. If you retain an individual attorney, you may need to pay for that attorney. To exclude yourself from the Class, you must send a written request that includes an Exclusion Request Form that is received no later than August 30, 2016. For more information on how to exclude yourself, and to obtain the Exclusion Request Form, visit www.pre1972soundrecordings.com.

Where can I get Additional Information?

This is only a summary. For more information about the Lawsuit, visit www.pre1972soundrecordings.com.

PLEASE DO NOT CALL OR WRITE TO THE COURT FOR INFORMATION OR ADVICE.

CB Technologies, Inc. Welcomes Stan Galanski as Senior Vice President, Engineered Solutions

July 12, 2016

KIRKLAND, Washington, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CB Technologies, Inc. (cbtechinc.com), a woman-owned Solution Provider and Systems Integrator, proudly announced Stan Galanski has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Engineered Solutions. Stan joins the team after serving as the Senior Director of Channels and Alliances position at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, a company where he worked the past 10 years. There he developed channel sales strategy for HPE Big Data Solutions Portfolio—ranging from data protection, archiving, ECM, and eDiscovery, and Platform Portfolio — products that included analytic search, video surveillance, broadcast monitoring, and customer profiling. His work also included managing channel sales teams across North and South America which required daily coordination of Field Sales, Pre-Sales, and Services resources.

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Galanski is quoted stating, “There were three reasons that led me to join CB Technologies (CBT). The first was CBT’s expansion towards being a Solution Provider vs. a Reseller. While the emphasis on solution selling has long been promoted and adopted within the OEM Community, few partners have successfully made that financial investment, much less a notable transition. Kelly Ireland and her team recognize the sizable markets, across multiple industries, that need well-architected and cost-effective answers, and they are aiming to be the Solution Provider of choice. Secondly, the concentrated number of experienced and dedicated personnel within this company was surprising – encouraging me to want to work with a group of individuals that already had a sound reputation in the IT Business. Lastly, their alignment with HPE’s technology, business strategy, etc., made it very easy for a 10 year veteran of HPE to sign on.”

“Adding Stan Galanski to the CB Technologies management team fills a key role in our evolution in building highly engineered, world class solutions. Stan brings a vast knowledge and experience across government, aerospace, federal markets and manufacturing as well as a technical background that is needed in order to stay in stride with the rate of innovation in IT today,” commented Kelly Ireland, CB Technologies’ CEO. “His experience in the Big Data market is an added plus, especially with our latest innovation, Asset Intelligence, which utilizes multiple aspects of Big Data to provide consolidation and feature-rich management of physical assets throughout any corporation.”

Stan has excelled as a Senior Executive with over 20 years of experience across the IT and High Tech markets. He aspires to lead companies in information technology acquisition and management, especially in the frontiers of Big Data, Cyber Security, and Data Analytics. Galanski states, “Industries of all kinds are trying to tackle how to utilize more efficient computing power, how to manage huge reservoirs of Information, and which Analytic Tools to apply for problem solving and profit adherence. CBT is putting itself front and center in these challenges and I feel privileged to be associated with their efforts.” Stan has also maintained an active role in Humanitarian Services via his position in Rotary International on Water and Sanitation, College Sports (University of Texas), as well as studies and collects wines from the major grape growing regions of the world.

About CB Technologies, Inc.

CBT is an award-winning solution provider and systems integrator with team members in Southern California, Seattle, St. Louis, Detroit, Washington D.C. and Albuquerque. Founded in 2001, this woman-owned company’s impressive resume includes over 15 years supporting, planning and integrating technology in support of the Department of Defense, State/Local/Education, Fortune 500 and smaller enterprise businesses. CBT is an HPE Platinum Partner that is perennially named to the CRN Solution Provider 500, Inc. magazine’s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and OCBJ’s list of top companies. In addition, CBT was awarded the HP PartnerOne Award for Cloud Partner of the Year in 2015.

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MassMutual named a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company by the Ethisphere Institute

July 12, 2016

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company®.

This year marks the tenth anniversary of Ethisphere and the World’s Most Ethical Companies designation which recognizes those companies who align principle with action, work tirelessly to make trust part of their corporate DNA, and in doing so, shape future industry standards by introducing tomorrow’s best practices today.

“I’m extremely pleased that, once again, MassMutual has been honored as a World’s Most Ethical Company. Ethics and integrity are not only fundamental to our company’s culture, they’re core to how we run our business and top-of-mind in everything we do,” said Roger Crandall, Chairman, President and CEO. “Every day, our policyowners and customers trust us to help provide them with financial security and peace of mind. This is a trust hard-earned from nearly 165 years of being there when they’ve needed us most, helping people secure their future and protect the ones they love.”

This is the third consecutive year that MassMutual has been recognized. In 2014, MassMutual was the first mutual company in the life insurance industry category to be honored with this distinction. This year, the company remains the only mutual named World’s Most Ethical in the life insurance industry category, underscoring the company’s commitment to leading ethical business standards and practices.

“Companies rely on Ethisphere to continually raise and measure the standards of corporate behavior. Those that demonstrate leadership in areas like citizenship, integrity and transparency create more value for their investors, communities, customers and employees, thus solidifying a sustainable business advantage,” explained Ethisphere’s Chief Executive Officer, Timothy Erblich. “Congratulations to everyone at MassMutual for being recognized as a World’s Most Ethical Company.”

Methodology & Scoring
The World’s Most Ethical Company assessment is based upon the Ethisphere Institute’s Ethics Quotient™ (EQ) framework developed over years of research and vetted and refined by the expert advice from Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Company Methodology Advisory Panel. The EQ offers a quantitative way to assess a company’s performance in an objective, consistent and standardized way. The information collected provides a comprehensive sampling of definitive criteria of core competencies, rather than all aspects of corporate governance, risk, sustainability, compliance and ethics.

Scores are generated in five key categories: ethics and compliance program (35%), corporate citizenship and responsibility (20%), culture of ethics (20%), governance (15%) and leadership, innovation and reputation (10%) and provided to all companies who participate in the process.

Full List of 2016 World’s Most Ethical Companies
About MassMutual
About the Ethisphere Institute

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MoneyGram to Release Second Quarter 2016 Results

July 12, 2016

DALLAS, July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram (NASDAQ: MGI) will announce its second quarter 2016 financial results on Friday, July 29, 2016. Alex Holmes, chief executive officer, and Larry Angelilli, chief financial officer, will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the financial results. The news release and the webcast will be available at ir.moneygram.com. Participants may join the call at the numbers below:

Toll Free:	1-800-341-3130
International:	1-913-981-5510
Replay:	1-877-870-5176 or 1-858-384-5517
Replay ID:	6122443
Replay is available through August 5, 2016

About MoneyGram International
MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue money orders and process official checks in the U.S. More information about MoneyGram International, Inc. is available at moneygram.com.

Investors:
Suzanne Rosenberg
214-979-1400
[email protected]

Media Contact:
Michelle Buckalew
214-979-1418
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It’s Easy To Have A Worry Free Vacation In Puerto Rico

July 12, 2016

PRTC promotions and Zika education efforts are driving consumers to continue to book Puerto Rico for their summer vacations. Image credit: Puerto Rico Tourism Company

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, July 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC)’s fourth annual Summer is Easy promotion is outpacing last summer’s bookings. The campaign generated a 6 percent rise in participating partner room night sales in May and a seven percent rise in June —versus the same months in 2015. Comparatively, bookings through Summer is Easy partner Expedia are currently 9.7 percent above 2015 bookings. The promotion highlights how travel to Puerto Rico has never been easier—no passport is required for U.S. citizens, more than 70 direct flights from the U.S. to Puerto Rico daily—and just how many things there are to do on the island—travelers can choose from beach vacations, rainforest adventures, cultural explorations, and more. This promotion, combined with PRTC’s dedicated efforts to educate travelers about Zika misperceptions and how they can enjoy a worry free vacation in Puerto Rico is clearly paying off.

Visit www.SummerIsEasy.com to learn more about great summer travel deals to Puerto Rico.

“We have been working hard to ensure that travelers are educated about the Zika virus and understand that by following the CDC’s simple guidelines, they can have a worry-free experience on the island,” said PRTC Executive Director Ingrid I. Rivera Rocafort. “By providing travelers with the facts and dispelling the misperceptions about Zika on the island, we have been able to show travelers that, unless they are pregnant or planning a family in the near future, the Zika virus is nothing to be afraid of. This early success with the Summer Is Easy campaign suggests that informed travelers are choosing facts over fear and continuing to book Puerto Rico.”

The PRTC has been working closely with the CDC and the local Department of Public Health to stay at the front line of defense against the virus. It is taking every precaution possible, including working with hotels to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds, providing education materials about preventing mosquito bites to hotels and guests, and encouraging all travelers to stay informed and prepared. According to Puerto Rico Hotel & Tourism Association (PRHTA) President and CEO, Clarisa Jiménez, “PRHTA hotels are actively and aggressively spraying the grounds using Department of Health-endorsed mosquito control companies.” Jiménez added that “The PRTC, PRHTA, and partners have taken all the measures that the CDC has recommended from day one to protect anyone who visits our beautiful island.”

For more information on Puerto Rico and what it’s doing to prevent Zika, please visit: puertoriconow.seepuertorico.com.

About Puerto Rico Tourism Company
The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC), founded in 1970, is a public corporation responsible for stimulating, promoting and regulating the development of the tourism industry. It markets Puerto Rico as a tourism destination through advertising, public relations and promotional activities; promotes tourism among visitors and local residents; provides visitor orientation and technical assistance to investors; evaluates tourism facilities and establishes standards of quality; and regulates and oversees gaming operations. PRTC has offices and representatives in the U.S. mainland, Canada, Europe and Latin America.

About Puerto Rico Hotel & Tourism Association
The Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association is the organization that represents the private tourism sector in Puerto Rico. Founded in 1950, the Association has over 500 corporate members, among them large, medium, and small hotels; restaurants; Airlines; and other businesses that serve the Puerto Rico tourism industry

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