Honey Bunches of Oats Announces the Launch of Voces con Dedicación
LAKEVILLE, Minn., May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honey Bunches of Oats, the number one cereal amongst Hispanics, announces the launch of its new campaign, Voces con Dedicación (Voices with Dedication) in collaboration with Mexican recording sensation, Sofia Reyes, which will award $10,000 to five young Hispanic musicians to continue their passion for music and follow in Reyes’ successful musical footsteps. Through this initiative, Honey Bunches of Oats will provide recognition, positive exposure and direct financial means to support the next generation of dedicated young Latino musicians.
During the campaign, which will launch from May 2016–September 2016, Reyes will select young artists across the nation who are exemplifying the same dedication and passion for music that she did prior to being discovered, by performing and creating music being shared on the Internet. In addition to the reward, Honey Bunches of Oats will provide the selected recipients with the opportunity to take center stage and perform live in their hometown in front of friends, family and fans.
“Voces Con Dedicación offers talented kids a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pursue their dreams,” stated Melissa Saldana-Chase of Post Consumer Brands “We’ve selected Sofia to identify find these kids, as she knows what it takes to make it, and her dedication and passion that led her to get to where she is at such a young age perfectly embodies the spirit of our campaign.”
“It’s an incredible honor to be working with Honey Bunches of Oats,” stated Sofia Reyes. “As a young artist who was given her ‘big break’ through my dedication, I am constantly scouring the web to find new amazing talent, and look forward to publicly recognizing these very deserving artists.”
For more information about Honey Bunches of Oats, please visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pensemospositivo, and on Instagram and Twitter by following @HBOatsLatino.
About Post Consumer Brands
Post Consumer Brands is a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., formed from the combination of Post Foods and MOM Brands in May 2015. Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands today is the third largest cereal company in the United States, with a broad portfolio spanning all segments of the category – from iconic household name brands and value ready-to-eat cereals, to natural/organic and hot cereal varieties. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make better happen every day. For more information about our brands, visit www.postfoods.com and www.mombrands.com.
Tetracore to Deliver Point of Care Molecular System to Support Zika Testing in Caribbean
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tetracore, Inc today announced the deployment of the Cirrus DX™ point of care molecular solution for the detection of Zika virus, along with Dengue virus and Chikungunya virus. In collaboration with the Naval Infectious Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory (NIDDL), Naval Medical Research Center, the Cirrus DX systems are being installed at The St. George’s Medical School on the island of Grenada.
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The Cirrus DX solution consists of the Tetracore T-COR 8™ instrument and the Collect-to-Test (C2T™) cartridge. The T-COR 8 instrument can run up to eight samples at a time, a built-in battery that can run the instrument up to four hours without direct power, and a unique connectivity capability that allows for access to the instrument from anywhere in the world on a secure network. The C2T cartridge contains all the components necessary to perform a test and does not require precise addition of specimen.
“To date the Cirrus DX solution is used to detect bio-threat agents by first responders and investigators and veterinary testing,” said Dr. Bill Nelson, CEO of Tetracore. “This is the first time the system is being leveraged in a clinical setting, an important milestone for us as we believe the solution provides a leap forward for point of care molecular diagnostic systems.” The testing being deployed also uses a proprietary collection device that will go from a finger stick directly into the C2T cartridge with no other processing. The device can convert whole blood into plasma that is ready for testing.
The first installation starts in Grenada, with plans to include additional islands in the program during the summer, all being supported in real-time from the U.S. and connected to one another.
“Our system will allow the participating Caribbean nations to be able to not just access molecular testing for themselves, but also know the spread of Zika in the region,” said Kyle Armantrout, Director of Human Diagnostics at Tetracore. “The access to real-time data by all the parties involved will give insight to what’s working and where it’s working in terms of control and response.”
About Tetracore, Inc.
Tetracore is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacture of diagnostic assays and devices for the detection of biothreat agents, veterinary and human diseases. Located in the Biotechnology Corridor in Rockville, Maryland, Tetracore was founded in 1998 by former United Nations Special Commission biological weapons inspectors and scientists.
For more information about the Cirrus DX solution contact Kyle Armantrout at [email protected], 240-268-5400, or visit www.tetracore.com.
World-Renowned Chefs Turn Up The Heat At ¡Qué Rico! Celebrating Latino Cuisine & Culture: The 31st Annual Chefs’ Tribute To Citymeals On Wheels
NEW YORK, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — World-renowned chefs will travel from all over the globe to cook at the hottest fundraiser on New York City’s social scene: ¡Qué rico! Celebrating Latino Cuisine & Culture: The 31st Annual Chefs’ Tribute to Citymeals on Wheels, taking place in Rockefeller Center on Monday, June 6, 2016 starting at 6:30 p.m.
Stars of Latino cuisine, including chefs Carlos Cristóbal Márquez Valdés (Cuba), Juan Manuel Barrientos (Colombia), Carolina Bazán (Chile), Jose Enrique (Puerto Rico) and Josefina Santacruz (Mexico), will descend on New York City to cook alongside Chefs Daniel Boulud, Wolfgang Puck, Scott Conant, Larry Forgione, Marc Forgione, Masaharu Morimoto, Charlie Palmer, Alfred Portale, Jacques Torres, Jean-Georges Vongerichten among dozens of other master chefs. Together they will celebrate rich flavors from Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
More than 1,200 business leaders, philanthropists, gourmet enthusiasts, food industry trendsetters, and young professionals will be on hand for live music, dancing and spectacular cuisine. The charity event will support Citymeals on Wheels in its efforts to fund the annual preparation and delivery of more than 2 million nutritious meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers who are too frail to shop and cook for themselves.
Beth Shapiro, Executive Director of Citymeals on Wheels, said, “The influence of the Latino world on New York is undeniable. This rich heritage permeates every aspect of city life including our art, music, literature, film, fashion and, oh yes, the food! ¡Qué rico! celebrates this wonderful culture as well as the thousands of chefs and restaurateurs who have committed themselves to Citymeals over the years and who help us create a lifeline of meals and companionship for vulnerable older New Yorkers.”
Among the planned menu items are roasted plantain empanadas from Chef Ivy Stark; sweet corn tamalito with lime crème and crispy chorizo from Adrianne Calvo; tentacion de pollo from Carlos Cristóbal Márquez Valdés; and cold avocado soup with crab from Carolina Bazán. The event will also feature signature cocktails from top spirit sponsors and stellar wines from notable wineries.
Nick Valenti, CEO of Patina Restaurant Group, is the evening’s Grand Host. Official sponsors of Citymeals on Wheels are American Airlines and FIJI Water.
For ticket information, please go to www.citymeals.org/querico
Dish México launches Atreseries and ¡HOLA! TV, of the group Atresmedia Internacional
The signals are already available in the ‘Basic Plus’ (channel 230) and ‘Basic’ packages (channel 218), respectively
With this agreement, Atresmedia Internacional consolidates its presence in Mexico through one of the country’s major operators
MADRID, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Atresmedia Internacional has reached an agreement with DISH México for its newest channels –Atreseries and ¡HOLA! TV– which are two of the channels being offered by one of the country’s largest television operators.
Thanks to this partnership, Atresmedia Internacional has already managed to make its three channels (including Antena 3, which is transmitted through Dish México from the platform origin) available throughout the entire Republic of Mexico in the ‘Basic Plus’ package (channel 230) in the case of Atreseries, while ¡HOLATV! will be available in the ‘Basic’ package (channel 218).
Starting tomorrow, Atresmedia Internacional will be bringing DISH México subscribers the best entertainment, the most up-to-date news, celebrity glamour, and the stars from the most-watched series in high definition and in Spanish.
“The partnership with DISH México makes us stronger in the principal pay-TV market. The shows offered by Atreseries and ¡HOLA! TV also respond to the growing demand for high-quality content in Spanish,” said Mar Martínez Raposo, International Director of Atresmedia.
Benjamín Ramírez, Marketing Director of Dish México, said: “In its constant search to satisfy the content preferences of our different audiences, Dish México is pleased to launch the Atreseries and ¡HOLA! channels on its satellite television platform. These are international channels with exclusive content, which, without a doubt, will enrich the program content for all of our subscribers.”
About Atresmedia Internacional
Atresmedia Internacional heads the Atresmedia Group, which includes its three international channels: Antena 3, Atreseries and ¡HOLA! TV. Positioned as one of the global leaders in the production and distribution of content in Spanish, Atresmedia is the private European operator with the most channels and the highest number of subscribers outside of its own borders, with a presence in all Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America, as well as in the USA, Canada, Europe and Africa. Atresmedia Internacional is committed to quality and variety through a complementary supply of content.
Contact: [email protected] +34 619 860 074
About Dish Mexico
Dish México is the highest-growing paid satellite television system in Mexico, and it has revolutionized the industry. It is a company comprised by MVS Comunicaciones, the leading Mexican telecommunications and entertainment group, and EchoStar, the leader in services and satellite technology in the USA. It has a subscriber base of 3 million TV-homes throughout Mexico. Due to its extraordinary cost-benefit, it can provide the best pay-television channels at a monthly cost that is accessible for all sectors of the population. It also offers digital platforms to enjoy online content available for mobile devices.
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Leading Fabric Softener Brand Ensueño® Launches “I Am Naturally…” U.S. Campaign, Inspiring Consumers To Embrace Their True Nature
HOUSTON, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today Ensueño® Fabric Softener, one of the leading fabric softener brands in the USA* is unveiling a bold new campaign inviting consumers to complete the sentence, “I am naturally _________?” With the launch of this campaign, the brand aims to inspire consumers of all backgrounds and ages to celebrate and embrace their true nature everyday.
The campaign is fueled by the core belief that every person is naturally talented which makes them remarkably unique. Videos center on an array of candid answers from women recognizing they are naturally blessed, tough and strong to proudly awesome.
Fabric softener users, particularly women, like to innovatively enhance their world and their experiences in the home. Having clothes, sheets and towels feel luxuriously soft and smell naturally fresh for an extended period of time is a simple pleasure their whole family will enjoy. With Ensueño® Fabric Softener, their laundry will have over 35 days of long-lasting fragrance.
The “I am naturally _______?” campaign also communicates other product benefits such as having unique Hypoallergenic formulas that are manufactured from plant-based ingredients and are suitable for sensitive skin and are available in a wide-array of fragrances.
The video campaign debuts in May on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Ensueno.us and EverydayCleaningTips.com. Consumers can connect for more information on Ensueño® products and promotions at www.Ensueno.us
About Ensueño®
Ensueño® Fabric Softeners have been softening fabrics and freshening millions of laundry loads in homes around the country for decades. Ensueño® Fabric Softener also helps reduce static cling and is Color Safe. Ensueño® Fabric Softeners are available in these refreshing fragrances: Spring Fresh, Baby, Violet Bouquet, Floral, Summer Fresh, Oatmeal & Almond and Chamomile & Aloe.
About AlEn USA
AlEn USA is a household cleaning and laundry products company headquartered in Houston, Texas. AlEn USA has a broad portfolio of brands including CLORALEN®, ENSUEÑO®, PINALEN®, PINOL®, FLASH®, Xtra-Pine ® and Pine-o-Pine®. AlEn USA has a strong manufacturing base and multiple products including bleach, cleaners, powder detergents, liquid laundry detergent and fabric softeners. One of its corporate values is to generate sustainable growth based on best practices of social responsibility, striving to protect the environment and make more efficient use of natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations. www.alenusa.com
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Burlington Stores Donate a Record Breaking $1.8 Million to WomenHeart as a Result of its 5th Annual Women’s Heart Health Campaign
WASHINGTON, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease announced today the donation of $1.8 million from the national off-price retailer Burlington Stores. This is the most significant donation since the partnership commenced in 2012. Funds raised will advance the organization’s mission of providing education and support services to women living with or at risk for heart disease – the nation’s leading cause of death in women
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Since 2012, Burlington Stores and its customers have donated more than $6 million to WomenHeart, the nation’s first and still only patient centered organization solely devoted to advancing women’s heart health. The five year partnership has resulted in the expansion of education, awareness and free patient support services nationwide for women to empower them to take charge of their heart health.
Thanks to funds raised by Burlington Stores, WomenHeart has been able to enhance its National Hospital Alliance capacity-building program to reach women heart patients in underserved communities across the country, and establish and develop its Hispanic outreach and education initiative, Para la Mujer Hispana.
To kick off this year’s campaign, Burlington Stores & WomenHeart were joined by Wendy Williams, Talk Show Host and heart health advocate, to serve as the voice and supporter of a #HealthyHeartSelfie Challenge. Each day throughout February, people were encouraged to check the hashtag for fun and easy heart health tips from Wendy Williams, Burlington Stores and WomenHeart. They were then encouraged to snap a photo of how they are using that tip or simply show what heart health means to them using the hashtag. For every photo posted with #HealthyHeartSelfie, Burlington donated $1, up to $25,000, to benefit WomenHeart.
The campaign also included a heart health panel discussion in New York City, featuring Wendy Williams, along with Mayo Clinic’s Sharonne N. Hayes, MD, Professor of Cardiovascular Diseases and Founder of the Women’s Heart Clinic at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, and four WomenHeart Champions — women heart disease survivors trained by WomenHeart as community educators, spokespersons and advocates — as well as an in-store campaign that launched in all 526 Burlington stores across the country. Customers had the opportunity to donate $1 or more at check out at any Burlington store location through March 31, 2016 to further the organization’s mission.
Additionally, on February 5th, National Wear Red Day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 46 Burlington stores across the country (a store in each state/US Territory/District where Burlington has locations) hosted free women’s heart health screenings in partnership with WomenHeart. Customers had the opportunity to get their blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol and BMI checked by a certified health professional, talk with WomenHeart Champions, and receive bi-lingual (English/Spanish) women’s heart health information and tips for living heart healthy.
“We are truly grateful for the commitment of Burlington and their customers to women’s heart health, and for continuing to make this important partnership a growing success year after year,” said Mary McGowan, Chief Executive Officer of WomenHeart. “Through education and support, we can empower women to take charge of their heart health and prevent heart disease — the leading cause of death in women. The Burlington Stores collaboration with WomenHeart helps us extend our reach to more women, especially African American and Hispanic women, who are at greater risk of heart disease.”
“I am proud of the commitment and generosity demonstrated by our associates and customers nationwide. This year’s women’s heart health initiative was highly successful, raising the most funds ever in one year. The donation will help to save lives and further education women about the importance of their heart health,” said Tom Kingsbury, chairman and CEO of Burlington Stores.
About WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease
WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease is the nation’s first and still only patient centered organization serving the 43 million American women living with or at risk for heart disease – the leading cause of death in women. WomenHeart is solely devoted to advancing women’s heart health through advocacy, community education, and the nation’s only patient support network for women living with heart disease. WomenHeart is both a coalition and a community of thousands of members nationwide, including women heart patients and their families, physicians, and health advocates, all committed to helping women live longer, healthier lives. To receive a free online heart health action kit or to donate, visit www.womenheart.org.
About Burlington Stores
Burlington is a national off-price retailer offering style for less with up to 65 percent off other retailers’ prices every day. Departments include ladies’ dresses, suits, sportswear, juniors, accessories, menswear, family footwear and children’s clothing. It also includes an assortment of furniture and accessories for baby at Baby Depot, home décor and gifts, along with the largest selection of coats in the nation for the entire family. Burlington has 570 stores in 45 States and Puerto Rico. For more, visit www.BurlingtonStores.com.
Heineken® Continues To Build Global Soccer Presence As Presenting Sponsor Of International Champions Cup
WHITE PLAINS, New York, May 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Heineken® announced it will become the presenting sponsor and official beer of the International Champions Cup (ICC), the premier pre-season soccer tournament that brings the world’s best clubs to the United States. Heineken and Relevent Sports have agreed to a multi-year partnership that begins this summer with national retail promotions and match day activities. Heineken and ESPN have also reached a media agreement that will extend Heineken’s presenting sponsor position across all ESPN broadcasts of ICC matches.
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“Soccer has been a central tenet of Heineken’s global heritage, and our sponsorship of International Champions Cup solidifies our role in sustaining soccer’s fantastic momentum in the U.S.,” said Nuno Teles, Chief Marketing Officer of HEINEKEN USA. “Together we will be bringing some of the best European soccer stars to the states, elevating the experience for fans and cementing soccer’s role in the national consciousness.”
As presenting sponsor, Heineken will continue its dedication to the sport in the United States and steadfast belief that “Soccer is Here.” Through platforms like the ICC, Major League Soccer (MLS), Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Champions League and with spokespeople like soccer stars David Villa, Landon Donovan and Carli Lloyd, Heineken is highlighting the beautiful game to both long-term and casual fans in America.
The partnership between Heineken and Relevent Sports will not only bring American fans captivating European stars, it will also deliver on premise events, unique fan experiences, ticket giveaways, and digital content campaigns. “Heineken is a dynamic brand, with a proven track record of activating its partnerships and authentically connecting with soccer fans. The ICC represents an ideal platform to curate custom brand campaigns, and we are thrilled to build something special with Heineken this summer and beyond,” said Bob Brennfleck, CEO, Ascendent Sports Group.
“This partnership has the ability to reach a cohort of sports fans that perfectly aligns with our target market,” said Teles. “Soccer has the highest percentage of millennial fans of any major U.S. sport, and it is a way for us to advocate for the growth of soccer together.”
The 2016 ICC will run from July 23 through August 13 featuring 15 matches across the United States and Europe. Each club will play three contests and the club with the most points at the end of the tournament will be crowned champion. Today, ICC also announced that La Liga champions FC Barcelona and English giants Liverpool F.C. will meet on Saturday, August 6 at Wembley Stadium in London, England as part of the 2016 International Champions Cup Presented by Heineken®. Full schedule as follows:
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DATE |
MATCHUP |
VENUE/CITY |
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JULY 23 |
CELTIC v. LEICESTER CITY |
TBD |
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24 |
INTER MILAN v. PSG |
AUTZEN STADIUM – EUGENE, OR |
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27 |
REAL MADRID v. PSG |
OHIO STADIUM – COLUMBUS, OH |
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27 |
BAYERN MUNICH v. AC MILAN |
SOLDIER FIELD – CHICAGO, IL |
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27 |
CHELSEA FC v. LIVERPOOL |
ROSE BOWL – LOS ANGELES, CA |
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30 |
BARCELONA v. CELTIC |
AVIVA STADIUM – DUBLIN, IRELAND |
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30 |
REAL MADRID v. CHELSEA FC |
MICHIGAN STADIUM – ANN ARBOR, MI |
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30 |
AC MILAN v. LIVERPOOL |
LEVI’S STADIUM – SAN FRANCISCO, CA |
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30 |
BAYERN MUNICH v. INTER MILAN |
BANK OF AMERICA STADIUM – CHARLOTTE, NC |
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30 |
PSG v. LEICESTER CITY |
STUBHUB CENTER – LOS ANGELES, CA |
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AUGUST 3 |
BARCELONA v. LEICESTER CITY |
FRIENDS ARENA – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN |
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3 |
REAL MADRID v. BAYERN MUNICH |
METLIFE STADIUM – NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY |
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3 |
CHELSEA FC v. AC MILAN |
US BANK STADIUM – MINNEAPOLIS, MN |
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6 |
BARCELONA v. LIVERPOOL |
WEMBLEY STADIUM – LONDON, ENGLAND |
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13 |
CELTIC v. INTER MILAN |
TBD |
For more information on Heineken and Relevent Sports, and their ICC partnership, including exclusive content, live updates and ticket giveaways promotions in the near future, please follow Heineken on Twitter, @Heineken_US or visit the Heineken Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Heineken, the Heineken YouTube page, https://www.youtube.com/user/HeinekenUSA or the official Heineken website, Heineken.com.
For more information on this summer’s tournament, please follow the ICC on Twitter @IntChampionsCup, visit the ICC Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/IntChampionsCup/ and the ICC Instagram page at www.instagram.com/intchampionscup/
About HEINEKEN USA
HEINEKEN USA Inc., the nation’s leading upscale beer importer, is a subsidiary of HEINEKEN NV, the world’s most international brewer. Core brands imported into the U.S. are Heineken®, the world’s most international premium beer brand, the Dos Equis franchise, the Tecate franchise and Strongbow Hard Apple Ciders. HEINEKEN USA also imports Amstel Light, Newcastle Brown Ale, Red Stripe, Sol, Indio, Carta Blanca and Bohemia brands. For the latest information on our company and brands, follow us on Twitter @HeinekenUSACorp, or visit HEINEKENUSA.com.
About Relevent Sports
Relevent Sports provides an innovative approach to building a soccer presence in the United States and around the globe. Through tournaments such as the ICC, Relevent Sports showcases the best matchups in soccer featuring the top clubs and players from around the world.
About the International Champions Cup
The International Champions Cup is an annual summer soccer tournament organized by Relevent Sports, featuring the best clubs from around the world. A staple property of Relevent Sports and RSE Ventures, the International Champions Cup brings the best in soccer to iconic sports venues across North America, Australia, Europe and China. The International Champions Cup has hosted some of the most iconic matchups in the world, including the largest attended soccer match in U.S. history, when 109,318 fans saw Real Madrid and Manchester United play at the “Big House” at the University of Michigan. In its three-year history, Real Madrid, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain have all won installments of the North American tournament.
About Ascendent Sports Group
Founded in 2013 by Stephen M. Ross and Matt Higgins, Ascendent Sports Group is a dynamic, full-service marketing agency focused on innovative sponsorship sales, brand consulting, and event management and production within the global sports and entertainment sectors. Ascendent Sports Group is owned by RSE Ventures, a multi-national sports and entertainment venture firm with a focus on new technologies.
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HEINEKEN USA
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Hispanic Evangelicals Point Presidential Candidates To Issues That Matter Most: Education, Life, Religious Liberty, Immigration
SACRAMENTO, California, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC/CONEL), the nation’s leading organization for 16 million Hispanic American Evangelicals, drew the attention of presidential candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton over the weekend. More than 1,000 pastors and church leaders, representing 40,000 U.S. churches, watched the candidates’ video greetings during a main session Friday night. Both Trump and Clinton touched on the top priorities of Latino voters: the economy, education and immigration. During the NHCLC convention, Hispanic Evangelicals focused attention on similar topics: education, life, religious liberty and immigration.
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“As politicians court the vote of Hispanics in our nation, they should pay close attention to the heart of Hispanic voters: their children. No other issue matters matter more than this one,” explains Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, President of the NHCLC, as he highlights the warm heart of Latino voters. “Hispanic parents rank education as a top priority, ahead of immigration and second only to the economy, because they still believe in the American dream. Hispanic families value hard work, education and faith – a powerful trifecta that is sure to yield a stronger America. So candidates who say they love Hispanics should reflect that conviction in their words and in their actions.”
A recent internal survey of NHCLC members revealed that Hispanic evangelicals remain undecided. No candidate from either party has a lock on their support, and more than one-third of those polled say there is no one who clearly represents them at this point in the race. They also noted that the candidate’s policies mattered more than rhetoric.
In his video greeting to NHCLC members, Trump promised, “we’re going to create good schools, and I mean, in some cases, hopefully, great schools.” Hillary Clinton invited, “let’s work together to . . . give everyone a quality education regardless of their zip code. Let’s . . . make sure every young person in America has the chance to live up to his or her God-given potential.”
Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, founder and president of NHCLC/CONEL and a former public school educator, views education equity as a matter of biblical justice. “It’s time to remind Americans that we are not only one nation under God, but we are also a nation of liberty and justice for all. We will bring biblical justice to our nation’s public classrooms when academic achievement is no longer dependent upon a student’s zip code, ethnicity or income. And we will truly love our neighbors as ourselves when we love their students as our own.”
The NHCLC, which values Education as one of its core directives, advocates for Hispanic student success including education equity and high academic standards for all students as a part of its mission as a Christian organization. Education resources for parents and churches, including information on Education Sunday, are available at www.FaithandEducation.com.
NHCLC is the world’s largest Hispanic Christian organization, serving as a representative voice for the more than 100 million Hispanic Evangelicals assembled in over 40,000 U.S. churches and another hundreds of thousands of congregations spread throughout the Spanish-speaking diaspora. For additional information, visit http://www.nhclc.org.
Hinchcliffe, Honda Claim Indy 500 Pole
INDIANAPOLIS, May 22, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After a thrilling final-hour performance on Saturday, James Hinchcliffe again delivered when it mattered the most, claiming the pole Sunday for next weekend’s Indianapolis 500, edging Josef Newgarden and fellow Honda driver Ryan Hunter-Reay by the narrowest of margins in the final qualifying run of the day. It is Hinchcliffe’s first “500” pole, and the ninth for Honda at the historic Brickyard.
Hinchcliffe’s run of nearly 231 mph on Saturday secured first-round qualifying honors, and meant he would be the last of five Honda drivers vying or the pole during today’s “Fast Nine” shootout. The fourth driver to make a run, Newgarden posted a four-lap average of 230.700 mph that moved him to the top of the speed chart. After both Helio Castroneves and Will Power came up sort, the next-to-last qualifier, Hunter-Reay came close to toppling him, but ended his four-lap run fractionally slower, at 230.648 mph.
That left Hinchcliffe as the final driver to qualify, and just over a year after a practice-session crash resulted in life-threatening injuries, “Hinch” produced a four-lap average speed of 230.760 mph around the 2.5-mile Indianapolis oval to claim the pole for himself, his Schmidt Peterson Motorsports team, and Honda. It was Hinchcliffe’s first Indianapolis 500 pole, after qualifying second in 2014.
Behind Hinchcliffe and Hunter-Reay, Andretti Autosport drivers Townsend Bell and Carlos Munoz claimed the fourth and fifth positions, respectively, and Hinchcliffe’s teammate, Mikhail Aleshin, will start seventh. Honda drivers also dominated today’s second-round qualifying – for starting positions 10-33 – with Oriol Servia, Alexander Rossi, and Takuma Sato qualifying 10th through 12th; and Marco Andretti, 14th. The Indianapolis 500 will take place on Sunday, May 29, with live coverage on ABC starting at 11 a.m. EDT.
James Hinchcliffe (#5 Schmidt Peterson Motorsports Honda) pole qualifier for the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, his first “500” pole: “I mean, I try not to think about [what it means to qualify on the pole] too much. We still have a long race to get through one week from today. One day, I’ll appreciate it a lot more. It all starts right here, with Sam [Schmidt] and Ric [Peterson]. They built this incredible team. It starts from the top, but goes to all the crew guys who build and run these cars. This is a point of pride today for the team, for Honda and all the incredible work they’ve done. It [qualifying] was a great run, the car was stellar. I have to thank my teammates a huge amount, we communicated well all week long. The car definitely was on the ragged edge, it was getting free-er and free-er every lap and I was moving the weight jacker all the time. But that’s what it takes to win the pole here. I kinda feel bad for Josef, but not THAT bad. I’ve been there before (narrowly missing the pole in 2014). There’s still one big thing to check off the box before we start talking “movie rights”, and that’s next Sunday. I hope a week from now we have an even better story to tell.”
Art St. Cyr (president, Honda Performance Development) on today’s ninth Indianapolis 500 pole or Honda: “It’s a great day for Honda. This is culmination of 12 months of incredibly hard work and focus on the Indy 500. Congratulations to everyone at HPD, who has worked so tirelessly to not just close the gap we experienced last year, but to back put us on top. Our partners at Schmidt-Peterson, Andretti Autosport, Rahal Letterman Lanigan, and all of our teams have worked equally hard to achieve this common goal. A special congratulations to ‘Hinch’ and Ryan for putting it all on the line for the pole and front-row starting positions. But we all know, the true goal arrives next Sunday: to win the 100thIndianapolis 500.”
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