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Labor Commissioner Cites San Jose Residential Care Company $443,460 for Shorting 22 Workers on Minimum Wage, Overtime

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SAN JOSE, California, March 28, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — California Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su has cited the operator of five adult care facilities in San Jose for multiple wage theft violations totaling $443,460. TJ Homes Corporation was ordered to pay $369,110 to 22 caregivers following an investigation that revealed the workers did not receive minimum wage or overtime as required by law.

“These caregivers, who were cheated of their wages by their employer, will now be paid their lost wages,” said Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su. “TJ Homes Corporation also will pay liquidated damages and civil penalties for shortchanging their workers on minimum wage and overtime, making it clear that violating wage and hour laws is much more expensive than paying employees what they are owed.”

The Labor Commissioner’s Office opened its investigation after receiving a complaint last April. A review of TJ Homes’ records found that:

  • Workers were not paid overtime, despite working up to 12 hours a day.
  • Workers were required to cover night shifts at no pay.
  • Workers were paid less than San Jose’s minimum wage of $10.30 per hour.
  • Workers’ pay stubs were missing vital information such as hourly rate of pay, total regular hours worked and number of overtime hours worked. 
  • Workers who quit or were fired did not receive their final pay as required.

TJ Homes Corporation must pay the workers $192,050 in lost wages, $150,200 for liquidated damages, and $26,855 in interest and waiting time penalties. In addition, $74,355 in civil penalties is owed for failing to provide the workers itemized wage statements with their paychecks as well as minimum wage and overtime violations. The civil penalties collected will be transferred to the State’s General Fund as required by law.

The company owns and operates Evergreen Guest Home #1 on Haga Drive, Evergreen Guest Home #2 and #4 on McLaughlin Avenue, Evergreen Guest Home #3 on Bendmill Way and Lindstrom Arf on Lindstrom Court.

When workers are paid less than minimum wage they are entitled to liquidated damages which equal the amount of underpaid wages plus interest. Waiting time penalties are imposed when the employer fails to provide workers their final paycheck after separation. This penalty is calculated by taking the employee’s daily rate of pay and multiplying it by the number of days the employee was not paid, up to a maximum of 30 days. 

The Wage Theft is a Crime public awareness campaign, launched in 2014 by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and its Labor Commissioner’s Office, has helped inform workers of their rights and employers of their responsibilities. The campaign includes multilingual print and outdoor advertising as well as radio commercials in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Hmong and Tagalog.

DIR protects and improves the health, safety and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws.

DIR’s Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), also known as the Labor Commissioner’s Office, enforces prevailing wage rates and apprenticeship standards in public works projects, inspects workplaces for wage and hour violations, adjudicates wage claims, investigates retaliation complaints, issues licenses and registrations for businesses and educates the public on labor laws.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics.

Members of the press may contact Paola Laverde or Peter Melton at (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

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The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

Somos Next Launches “Pinguinitos”

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Pinguinitos

MIAMI, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Somos Next, a company focused on the development and the commercialization of audiovisual content in the Spanish OTT (“Over the Top”) market launched its brand “Pinguinitos”, which consists of a catalog of selected/branded animation in Spanish for children from 0-5 years of age. “Pinguinitos'” content is free of violence, in neutral Spanish, targeting Latino toddlers and preschoolers. The service’s goal is to help parents in preserving Latino cultural traditions and language through entertaining and educational programming. This content is available through direct distribution to the audience (YouTube, websites and an application) and also companies interested in this specific demographic.

Pinguinitos

Somos Next expects that Internet consumption habits in Latino children ages 0-5 will attract a significant audience for “Pinguinitos”. Luis Guillermo Villanueva, Somos Next COO, said: “with ‘Pinguinitos’ we strive to create a fun and friendly place to ensure parents that their children are receiving entertaining but at the same time educational programming in their mother language”. Somos Next, complements its online and “Over the Top” offering with its brand “FlixLatino”, launched to meet Latinos’ demand for quality films in Spanish.

You can access “Pinguinitos” through www.pinguinitos.com, and enjoy animation such as: “Chloe’s Closet”, “Dive Olly Dive”, “Bali“, “Monkey See, Monkey Do” and other prestigious content in Spanish. Each animated series is full of adventure and important life lessons that will help children’s sense of family, friendship and values. The website offers a wide range of educational videos, interactive games and other fun activities.

Pinguinitos.com offers the fastest growing, alternative, wholesome and educational way to keep the little ones entertained anywhere, anytime though your mobile devices.

Pinguinitos belongs to SOMOS Next, LLC, a subsidiary of SOMOSTV LLC, focused on the commercialization and distribution of paid audiovisual content primarily in Spanish in the online environment, either linearly, on demand or any other current or future form. SOMOS Next offers online content audience under their brands Pinguinitos and FlixLatino (movies, series and other fiction formats).

Media Contact: Emma McGregor, (786) 220-0428, [email protected]

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Main Street Bondholders Applauds Growing Support in Puerto Rico for Protection of Constitutional Bondholders

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WASHINGTON, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Main Street Bondholders applauds the ongoing support from leading Puerto Rican elected officials in support of a consensual solution to Puerto Rico’s debt crisis despite actions by House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Rob Bishop (R-UT) to adopt a Super Chapter 9 approach to debt restructuring, and undermining the progress towards a consensual deal and the Puerto Rican Constitution.

Unlike Bishop’s Super Chapter 9 legislation put forth in the U.S. House of Representatives, a consensual solution would assure continued interest payments on Puerto Rico’s obligations consistent with the priority of bonds established by the Commonwealth’s Constitution, and would promote voluntary negotiations between the island and its bondholders.

Without local leadership in Puerto Rico, it will be impossible to secure a consensual deal that balances the legal rights of bondholders with respect for the Puerto Rican Constitution. Efforts in Congress to impose the Obama Administration’s Super Chapter 9 plan, by any name, are a severe hindrance to this ongoing effort and undermine the Puerto Rican Constitution.

Here is what members of Main Street Bondholders have said about these leaders:

“I was pleased to see gubernatorial candidate and Popular Democratic Party leader, Dr. David Bernier, produce a thoughtful and comprehensive proposal to address the Puerto Rico fiscal crisis – one which respects the Puerto Rican Constitution and supports a path forward for bondholders and the government to secure a consensual agreement,” said Main Street Bondholders member, Teresa Garcia. “It gives me hope that some of our political leaders understand the gravity of this situation for the island’s future financial integrity and for our people.”

Main Street Bondholders member Joaquin Garcia de la Noceda said of gubernatorial candidate for the New Progressive Party Ricardo Rosselló, “Ricky Rosselló’s commitment to respecting the priority and protections afforded to bondholders by our Constitution is an example for all Puerto Ricans to follow. He and Representative Jenniffer González Colón have made clear the necessity to respect and uphold the Puerto Rican Constitution.”

Main Street Bondholders member Maria Milagros Rodriguez said of Resident Commissioner, gubernatorial candidate and president of the New Progressive Party Pedro Pierluisi, “I’m encouraged that Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi has committed to prioritizing the Constitution and applaud his call for the Government to continue working with bondholders to reach a consensual solution to this crisis.” 

“House Speaker Jaime Perello and Representative Rafeal ‘Tatito’ Hernandez have been strong in their support for the rule of law and for continuing negotiations with bondholders like ourselves within the existing legal framework,” said Main Street Bondholders member Milagros Rodriguez. “I am very pleased that they have acknowledged our eagerness to remain at the table.”

“It is encouraging that Angel Rosa and Hector Ferrer, candidates for the offices of resident commissioner, understand the importance of following through on Puerto Rico’s constitutional obligations,” said Main Street Bondholders member Carlos Alberto Ponce de Leon. “A clear pathway to a consensual deal has already been established, and Congress should not make it more difficult by passing legislation that tramples our constitutional rights.”

Main Street Bondholders Coalition is a project of the 60 Plus Association, and is comprised of small bondholders from across America who are committed to a policy process that returns Puerto Rico to sound financial management, respect for the rule of law, and the protection of their retirement savings.

(Español) Los bebés expuestos a más de un idioma muestran mejores habilidades interpersonales

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(Español) HarperCollins adquiere programa global para la publicación de libros edición cinematofráfica para adultos de “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” a través de Warner Bros. Consumer Products

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(Español) Los niños con síndrome de Cushing pueden tener mayor riesgo de suicidio

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Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs Bring Professional Soccer Team To San Francisco

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A group of entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley and Brazil announced today a new professional soccer team will be coming to San Francisco. The new team is named the San Francisco Deltas and will begin play in February 2017.

SF Deltas To Begin Play in 2017

SAN FRANCISCO, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A group of entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley and Brazil announced today a new professional soccer team will be coming to San Francisco. The new team, named the San Francisco Deltas, the city’s only professional club, will begin play in February 2017.

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The San Francisco soccer startup is led by Colombian-born entrepreneur, Brian Andrés Helmick.

“Today is a great day for Bay Area soccer and sports fans alike,” said Brian Andrés Helmick, SF Deltas CEO. “This game — soccer, fútbol, football — is one that unites us all, crossing all boundaries whether geographical, religious or socio-economic. Now fans of the world’s largest sport will have an opportunity to experience it played at the highest level right here in the heart of the City.”

The team is funded by a diverse group of investors who have helped build companies like Apple, Facebook, Google, PayPal, Twitter and Yahoo. The investor group also includes individuals from venture capital firms including Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Felicis and Precursor. Finally, the investor group counts on entrepreneurs from Brazil who bring their expertise from the country with the most World Cup wins and the birthplace of some of the greatest players of all time.

“Timing is everything and current awareness of global soccer teams and players by Americans is at its peak,” said Emily Melton, Deltas investor and Partner at venture capital firm Draper Fisher Jurvetson. “The trend of average stadium attendance for pro soccer is not only outpacing, but in some cases surpassing that of the NBA and NHL.”

Given its tech savvy fan-base, the startup plans on leveraging technology to enhance fan and player experiences, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ticketing and Virtual Reality.

“This opportunity is at the intersection of the technology capital of the world and the biggest sport in the world,” said Charles Hudson, Deltas investor and Managing Partner at Precursor Ventures. “Whether it’s VR, AI Ticketing, or wearables, Deltas fans will experience a well-integrated level of participatory engagement that will bring them into the action.”

The name ‘Deltas’ captures the spirit of the franchise squarely rooted in the San Francisco Bay Area that is known for change and innovation. The logo is a triangle and symbol for delta which means change. The logo incorporates the “S” and “F” of “San Francisco“.

The team intends to join the North American Soccer League (NASL), an alternate league to Major League Soccer (MLS), and will compete in the U.S. Open Cup and will host friendly matches, including a pre-season match against the San Jose Earthquakes.

Home matches will be played at Kezar Stadium, formerly home of the San Francisco 49ers, when they were in their startup phase. The greatest soccer player of all time Pelé even played in the stadium located in Golden Gate Park.

Deltas fans can now reserve their inaugural season tickets at sfdeltas.com and become Founding Season Ticket Members for an initial deposit of $50 per person. The stadium only has capacity for approximately 10,000 fans, so the inaugural season is expected to be sold out. Accessibility is a priority for the Deltas, so 3,000 Discounted Tickets for $20 or less will be available, subject to first come, first serve. The team is currently running a season ticket referral program offering fans an opportunity to win up to a lifetime of season tickets.

“We are fans who feel blessed to be in a position to be running a soccer team and wanted to do something special,” said Brian Andrés Helmick, SF Deltas CEO. “The person who refers the most people to buy season tickets will win lifetime season tickets and will be assigned Founding Season Ticket Holder #1. In short, we are searching for our #1 fan.” People can also win 5-year and 1-year season tickets.

For more information, visit www.sfdeltas.com.

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About the SF Deltas
The SF Deltas is an American professional soccer team based in San Francisco, California. The club was founded in 2015 by a diverse group of entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley and Brazil, and the team will begin play in February 2017. Home matches will be played at Kezar Stadium, formerly home of the San Francisco 49ers. To learn more, visit www.sfdeltas.com. Follow the Deltas on Twitter and Instagram at @sfdeltas and Facebook at www.facebook.com/sfdeltas.

New Spanish Campaign and Portal for Fire Prevention Information

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WASHINGTON, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As summer approaches, wildfires increase. The USDA Forest Service and Hispanic Communications Network-La Red Hispana (HCN) are joining forces to launch a series of Spanish-language radio programs with information and recommendations on how to protect our forests and green open spaces.

The radio programs direct listeners to the USDA Forest Service website www.Bosque.gov/HCN, which gives the Spanish-speaking public general resources on the importance of getting involved in protecting our forests, and how to prevent wildfires.

Wildfires can threaten entire communities. They endanger our natural, economic and cultural resources.

Every year in the United States, an average of 62,000 human caused wildfires burn approximately 2.4 million acres. Most of these begin as unattended or abandoned campfires.

“Our Hispanic communities have a natural inclination to care about the environment, but sometimes don’t know how to make an actual difference. We want to inform and create action toward forest protection and wildfire prevention,” said Alison Rodden, CEO of Hispanic Communications Network.

In dry areas, such as Arizona and New Mexico, summer temperatures can cause an environment more frequently susceptible to wildfires.

The campaign informs the public that seemingly simple actions can cause major fires in forests:

  • Lit cigarettes thrown from a vehicle or thrown to the ground
  • Campfires and barbecues not completely doused
  • Leftover charcoal and dry wood used to light a grill
  • Equipment-caused accidental fires

Preventive measures must be kept in mind at all times. Dry, windy day conditions can cause a fire to spread quickly.

To learn more about how to protect our forests and help prevent forest fires, please visit www.Bosque.gov/HCN. Remember that environmental protection is our responsibility.

About Hispanic Communications Network (HCN) – La Red Hispana

Hispanic Communications Network (HCN)-La Red Hispana is a mission-driven media marketing organization based in Washington, DC. HCN serves as the largest producer of media content with an educational focus to improve quality of life for Spanish-speaking consumers in the United States. HCN’s primary mission since 1982 has been the production of daily radio programming on issues relevant to Hispanic public education and outreach campaigns. The company’s digital affiliate network launched in the fall of 2015. For more information visit hcnmedia.com and laredhispana.org.

Contact: Mercy Padilla
(202) 360-4112
[email protected]

Colon Cancer Awareness “Thunderclap” on March 29th Brings Together Social Media Power of Over 100 Groups

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WASHINGTON, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “We know that in order to save more lives we need to drastically increase colon cancer screening rates among Hispanics.  The question is, how do we help make that happen?”, says Dr. Richard Wender, chief cancer control officer for the American Cancer Society.

“We are bringing together over 100 partners through social media to get the message out about the importance of screening for early detection and prevention of colon cancer.  It’s a life saving message for the one in two Hispanics who don’t get this recommended screening,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the the Alliance, the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group.

The Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network, an initiative led by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance), and the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT), a coalition led by the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are teaming up for a social media “Thunderclap” to address colon cancer in Hispanic communities.  Despite national progress on screening, statistics indicate that Hispanics are one of the groups least likely to be screened for colon cancer, even though it is the second leading cause of cancer-related death among Hispanics.

The Thunderclap will take place on March 29, 2016 at 12:00PM EDT and will include messages in English and Spanish urging adults 50 and older to be screened for colon cancer.  The messages will provide a link to information on screening from NCCRT and the Alliance’s bilingual Su Familia Helpline that provides tailored information and referrals to screening and health services in the caller’s community.

The Alliance and NCCRT are encouraging social media users to participate in the Thunderclap campaigns by posting the colon cancer awareness messages to social media on March 29TH:

  • March is #coloncancer awareness month. Call 1-866-783-2645 today for life-saving screening info and referrals. http://thndr.me/RK3ZM7
  • Marzo, mes de la concientización sobre el #cancerdecolon. La detección temprana salva vidas. Llame al 866-783-2645 http://thndr.me/9ZiKWy

So far, over 100 partners have signed up to send out the messages with a combined social media reach of over a million followers.

Large-scale efforts to increase colon cancer awareness are critical. Hispanics are one of the groups least likely to be screened for colon cancer, even though the disease is often preventable or detected early through screening. Nationwide, one in three adults between 50 and 75 years old are not screened as recommended, but among Hispanics, this number is closer to one in two. The NCCRT and the Alliance’s Nuestras Voces Network, supported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), have partnered to develop a series of efforts, including this month’s Thunderclap, to reduce this disparity.

To understand and address unique barriers to colon cancer screening facing Hispanics, ACS and NCCRT conducted discussions with unscreened Spanish-speaking Hispanics 50 years of age or older in 2015. Focus group participants identified a number of unique barriers to screening, including low awareness of colon cancer and screening tests, limited knowledge that screening can prevent this disease, and low prioritization of one’s health. The full findings of this research have been summarized in a 2016 guide available online: Hispanics/Latinos and Colorectal Cancer.  NCCRT and the Alliance are using this information to shape future public health campaigns that will encourage Hispanics to be screened for colon cancer.

“The American Cancer Society is currently leading one of the most ambitious public health efforts of our time: to reach an 80% colon cancer screening rate by 2018. We know Hispanics are less likely to get screened, often facing language or cultural barriers. This is why it’s so important that we continue to develop unique messages that speak to those barriers. Lives depend on it, and we won’t leave any group behind,” says Dr. Richard Wender, chief cancer control officer for the American Cancer Society.

In 2016, over 134,000 cases of colorectal cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. and over 49,000 people are expected to die from this disease. However, colon cancer remains one of the only cancers that can be prevented through regular screening by the detection and removal of pre-cancerous polyps. Screening tests can also detect cancer early, when it is at its most treatable stage. Tests include colonoscopy or take-home kits that check for blood in the stool. ACS encourages adults at average risk for the disease to get the test that is right for them stating at age 50.

For more information on the Thunderclap on March 29TH, visit:
www.thunderclap.it/projects/39124-prevent-coloncancer?locale=en (English)
www.thunderclap.it/projects/39123-prevenga-el-c-ncerdecolon?locale=en (Spanish)

About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance)
The Alliance is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the health of Hispanics in the United States with a mission to achieve the best health outcomes for all.  For more information visit us www.hispanichealth.org.

Nuestras Voces (Our Voices)
Nuestras Voces is a national network of over 100 organizations working for a tobacco-free world and to eliminate disparities in cancer prevention and treatment services. You can be part of this effort being led by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health! Join us at www.nuestrasvoces.org/join.

About the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT)
The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable was established by the American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 1997. The Roundtable is a national coalition of public, private, and voluntary organizations whose mission is to advance colorectal cancer control efforts by improving communication, coordination, and collaboration among health agencies, medical-professional organizations, and the public. The ultimate goal of the Roundtable is to increase the use of proven colorectal cancer screening tests among the entire population for whom screening is appropriate. Visit NCCRT.org for more information.

About the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 2.5 million volunteers saving lives and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society’s efforts have contributed to a 22 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. Thanks in part to our progress; 14.5 million Americans who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will celebrate more birthdays this year. We’re determined to finish the fight against cancer. We’re finding cures as the nation’s largest private, not-for-profit investor in cancer research, ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings, clean air, and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.

The National Hispanic Corporate Council (NHCC) to Host the 2016 Annual Summit & 30th Anniversary Celebration in Washington, DC

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National Hispanic Corporate Council (NHCC).

WASHINGTON, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Hispanic Corporate Council (NHCC), the premier resource for corporate America on maximizing the Hispanic market opportunity, announces its 2016 NHCC Annual Summit and 30th Anniversary Celebration to be held April 6-7, 2016 at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC.

National Hispanic Corporate Council (NHCC).

The 2016 NHCC Annual Summit titled “Three Decades, One Goal: Transforming the Future,” will bring together subject matter experts in the areas of Diversity and Inclusion, Government/Public Affairs, Human Resources, and Marketing with the objective of identifying key opportunities and challenges for a stronger cooperation between these highly interlinked fields.

“On behalf of the NHCC Board of Directors, we are delighted to convene our Fortune 1000 corporate members in our nation’s capital to celebrate the positive impact NHCC has had within corporate America in growing the Hispanic market over the past 30 years,” said Lupe Alcala, NHCC Chair and Assistant Vice President, Administration Services, State Farm®.

The 2016 NHCC Annual Summit will bring together nationally recognized speakers, subject-matter experts, and corporate representatives from Fortune 1000 companies who intend to learn the latest corporate best practices in the areas of human resources and marketing. Among the confirmed speakers and presenters are:

  • Soledad O’Brien, CEO, Starfish Media Group
  • Luke Visconti, Founder and CEO, DiversityInc.
  • Luis Lobo, Executive Vice President, Multi-Cultural Markets, BB&T Bank
  • Jacqueline Hernandez, Chief Marketing Officer, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, and
  • Dr. Robert Rodriguez, Founder & President, DRR Advisors

In addition, top national marketing and research firms will present the latest Hispanic consumer market trends, including:

  • Edelman Intelligence
  • The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group
  • Latinum Network

“We are delighted to offer these educational sessions to help our corporate members gain valuable insights and best practices on how their respective companies can maximize the Hispanic market opportunity which is over 1.5 trillion dollars strong in the United States alone!,” said Octavio A. Hinojosa Mier, Executive Director, NHCC. “Furthermore, NHCC is thrilled to celebrate its 30th year of serving its corporate members and will continue to strive to expand its value proposition to future Fortune 1000 corporate members who see the Hispanic market as a key sector in both growth and profitability.”

In conjunction with its annual summit, NHCC will also commemorate its 30th Anniversary. Together with Fortune 1000s executives representing various industries, NHCC will announce the recipients of its corporate leadership awards.

Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo is this year’s Diamond level sponsor. Other top corporate sponsors include Northwestern Mutual as Platinum level sponsor, Cox Enterprises, Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Walmart as Gold level sponsors; Cracker Barrel, Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt, Ingeñuity, Marriott International, Shell Oil and the TJX Companies as Silver level sponsors; American Red Cross, Delhaize America, Herman Miller, State Farm®, SUPERVALU and Williams as Bronze level sponsors.

“Thanks to our corporate partners for their investment in NHCC and their unwavering commitment to the Latino community.” said Salvador Mendoza, Vice President, Diversity & Inclusion, NBCUniversal, Immediate Past NHCC Chair, and Chair of the 30th anniversary committee.

NHCC corporate membership is open to all Fortune 1000 and S&P 500 companies interested in maximizing their respective Hispanic market opportunity. Companies who join NHCC as corporate members find a great return of value in their annual membership. Among the key reasons why companies join NHCC as corporate members include access to member-only materials researched and developed by NHCC and its corporate partners, as well as brand recognition and affiliation with corporations connected with the Hispanic Community.

About NHCC:

Founded in 1985, NHCC is a unique membership organization comprised of Fortune 1000 corporations providing leading-edge corporate best practices, research and network opportunities for the benefit of its corporate members. NHCC is the premier resource on effectively maximizing the Hispanic market opportunity through marketing, community relations, human resources, and procurement within the foundation of corporate social responsibility. To learn more about NHCC visit us at www.nhcchq.org. Follow us on Twitter @NHCCorg.

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