Sharemoney Offers Free Money Transfers to Ecuador in the Wake of Devastating Earthquake

April 20, 2016

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sharemoney is the online money transfer platform of Omnex Group, a licensed remitter with over 25 years of experience transferring money from the United States to countries around the world, including Mexico, Brazil, Guatemala, El Salvador, Colombia and Ecuador. Sharemoney’s mission is to help immigrants who live and work in the US transfer money to loved ones back home quickly and securely.

The 7.8 magnitude earthquake that took place on Saturday, April 16, 2016 devastated Ecuador’s coastal Manabi Provence and nearby areas. In the wake of this tragedy, Sharemoney is waiving all fees for any money transfers going to Ecuador, to help those who are sending relief money to their loved ones.

There are over 600,000 Ecuadorians living in the United States, many of whom have friends and family in Ecuador who may have been affected by the earthquake. Waiving the remittance fee allows senders to remit more money and provide more relief to those who need it most.

Sharemoney is committed to helping the affected community in Ecuador recover as quickly as possible. “Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Many lost their homes and life savings, and we want to do everything we can to make sure that victims get the most out of every donation. By waiving the transfer fees to Ecuador we make sure that every dollar sent goes to the people who need it most,” said Anastasia Rzhevskaya, Marketing Manager at Sharemoney.

Sharemoney will be waiving fees for the next 2 weeks, until May 2, 2016. Senders can simply enter their money transfer and recipient information on http://www.sharemoney.com/ecuador and the fees will be automatically waived.

Sharemoney® is the online money transfer platform provided of Omnex Group, Inc., a licensed remitter. With over 20 years in the money transfer industry, Omnex and its Sharemoney platform offer flexible money transfer options to over 41,000 payout locations around the world. Servicing major countries including Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, the Philippines and Vietnam, Sharemoney allows for families and loved ones to send money in as little as two minutes with the best exchange rates and lowest fees. To learn more about online money transfers through Sharemoney visit http://www.sharemoney.com.

AHAA Honors Two Industry Visionaries with Prestigious Awards

April 20, 2016

MIAMI, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — While AHAA Annual Conferences are known for powerful insights and best-in-class content, they also are celebrations of the enormous impact industry trailblazers have had on the Hispanic marketing landscape. During an award luncheon on Wednesday, April 20, AHAA: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing will honor agency pioneer Ernest Bromley with the Caballero Award and Ceril Shagrin, executive vice president of Audience Measurement Innovation and Analytics for Univision Communications Inc. (UCI), with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Named after industry legend Eduardo Caballero, the Caballero Award goes to individuals with vision, dedication and entrepreneurial spirit that have helped advance the Hispanic marketing industry. The Lifetime Achievement Award goes to individuals who have dedicated their careers to serving as agents and innovators of change for the Hispanic marketing landscape.

“There is no doubt that the Hispanic marketing industry would not be where it is today, if not for the trailblazing work of Ernest Bromley and Ceril Shagrin,” said AHAA Chair Linda Lane Gonzalez, president of viva partnership, inc. “We are honored to have them stand with us during our 20^th anniversary, which they helped shape.”

Former chairman and CEO of Bromley Communications, Ernest Bromley is considered one of the founding fathers of the Hispanic advertising industry. In 1981, he started one of the early U.S. Hispanic shops, Sosa & Associates, with Lionel Sosa. By 1994, the agency was Sosa, Bromley, Aguilar, Noble & Associates, and after several more partners and mergers, it morphed into Bromley Communications in 2000. He recently retired from agency business after 34 years in the business, closing Bromley, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in consumer behavior. His work is currently featured as part of the permanent exhibition American Enterprise at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

Shagrin is considered a pioneer in the field of Spanish-language television research and has consistently distinguished herself by providing the industry with quality research. She was instrumental in demonstrating Univision’s ratings parity with English-language broadcast networks when she engineered the networks migration to the Nielsen Television index (from the service’s Hispanic monitor) and has been an industry leader in developing measurement tools that provide accurate, actionable data. Prior to joining Univision in 1999, Shagrin was senior vice president for Market Development at Nielsen. During her 27-year career at Nielsen, she was instrumental in the development of new systems and data collection techniques and was the principal developer of the Nielsen Hispanic Service, which she managed for 10 years. Shagrin was instrumental in the implementation of the National People Meter Service. In addition, she pioneered the development of Nielsen’s measurement of non-traditional media such as place-based media, out-of-home viewing, and video news releases. Her application of state-of-the-art measurement technologies to Spanish-language television has helped to accelerate the growth of this industry.

For more information, please visit http://ahaa.org and follow all conference chatter on Twitter using the @ahaa handle and hashtag #ahaafuture.

About AHAA: Founded in 1996, AHAA: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing is the national trade organization of all marketing, communications and media firms with trusted Hispanic expertise.

Sue Davies Joins United Way of New York City as SVP & Chief Development Officer

April 20, 2016

NEW YORK, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — United Way of New York City (UWNYC)—the nonprofit organization that, for nearly 80 years, has been a trusted partner to government, corporations, foundations and community-based organizations serving low-income New Yorkers—today announces the appointment of Sue Davies as SVP & Chief Development Officer. Reporting to Sheena Wright, President & Chief Executive Officer, and as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, Davies will serve a key role in UWNYC’s goal of increasing individual and major gifts as well as corporate, foundation and government engagement.

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An accomplished leader with decades of experience leading fundraising efforts for nonprofit organizations in the education, healthcare, scientific, youth and social service sectors, Davies will oversee UWNYC’s resource development team and provide overall leadership for development activities to support the goals and objectives of UWNYC’s strategic plan. Among other things, she will contribute to the implementation of strategies that will realize the giving potential of workplace campaigns, corporations, foundations, government and individual donors.

The executive appointment comes as UWNYC accelerates the expansion of its bold goal that defines its work for the next decade: by 2025, 50,000 New Yorkers in neighborhoods of concentrated poverty that are the focus of UWNYC programs will make meaningful and measurable progress toward the pivotal milestone of self-sufficiency on the path to financial security. UWNYC will leverage the successes of its programs to ultimately achieve citywide policy and system changes to reach all low-income New Yorkers.

“Sue will be superb in this vital role, helping UWNYC achieve our goals,” said Sheena Wright. “Sue brings a vision and experience to understanding the intricacies of our complex funding model, and will expertly present our compelling case for support in order to increase and diversify philanthropic giving, which is a key priority for us.”

Prior to joining United Way of New York City, Sue served as the Associate Vice President for Development at Montclair State University—where she closed the largest gift in the University’s history—as well as other notable organizations like the American Cancer Society, All Stars Project and Barnard College of Columbia University. An accomplished speaker, Sue has been featured on programs sponsored by Women in Development, the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Foundation Center.

“This is a good mission match for me—I am thrilled to join an organization where I can marry my commitment to ending poverty with my expertise in managing fundraising operations,” said Davies. “United Way of New York City is in a unique position to truly impact the lives of thousands of New Yorkers, and I’m excited to be a member of this great team and help realize that vision.”

For inquiries, contact Lesleigh Irish-Underwood at 212-251-2461; [email protected]

About United Way of New York City
United Way of New York City (UWNYC) has been a trusted partner to government, corporations, and community-based organizations for nearly 80 years. Serving low-income New Yorkers, UWNYC’s collective impact approach enables the diagnosis of neighborhood challenges and the design of solutions to expand education, financial stability, and health opportunities. UWNYC then deploys resources and volunteers while also driving policy change that is guided by measured results. UWNYC envisions caring communities where all individuals and families have access to quality education and the opportunity to lead healthy and financially secure lives. Learn more at www.unitedwaynyc.org.

Amway Announces Launch of XS™ Sports Nutrition Line

April 20, 2016

ADA, Michigan, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Amway, the world’s leading direct selling company*, today announced the launch of the XS™ Sports Nutrition line, marking the company’s expansion in the sports and performance nutrition category and presenting an opportunity for the next generation of Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs). The XS™ Sports Nutrition line is an extension of the XS™ brand, a line of healthier energy drinks, which Amway acquired in 2015. This further infuses Amway’s product portfolio with the energy, authenticity and quality customers expect.

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The XS™ Sports Nutrition line features a variety of products, including protein powder and shakes, pre- and post-workout supplements, energy bars, and sports drinks that help active consumers to hydrate, energize, and recharge. The products help fuel an active and adventurous lifestyle by quenching thirst, boosting and sustaining energy, hastening recovery and building of lean muscle mass after exercise.

“This is an important time for Amway to expand our presence in the thriving sports nutrition market, which offers new and exciting business opportunities for the next generation of young entrepreneurs,” said Jackie Nickel, Amway chief marketing officer for the Americas. “Everyone can benefit from these products, from the athlete to the everyday active adult, living their own adventures and looking to challenge themselves. The launch presents an incredible new entrepreneurial opportunity for Amway Independent Business Owners to expand their customer base and product offerings.”

Growth in the Category

The Sports Nutrition market has grown to a nearly $19 billion category in the United States, with rapid expansion driven by greater consumer awareness, education and availability of products to a more mainstream consumer base. Sports nutrition products are no longer just for gym rats or extreme athletes. In fact, about half of US adults consume sports nutrition products today and, of that group, 50% are under 35.

“Rapid growth of the sports nutrition market not only provides great business opportunity for Amway IBOs, but it also appeals to the next generation of entrepreneurs that demand a mix of personal and professional passions for true satisfaction,” said Nickel. “The new XS™ Sports Nutrition line meets this demand with products that we’re confident IBOs will want to consume and sell, all within a brand that’s rooted in adventure, experience and balance.”

The History of Amway and XS

In 2015, Amway strategically acquired the XS™ brand to expand its geographic reach and improve their ability to reach the next generation of business entrepreneurs. Amway has been the exclusive distributor of XS™ products since 2003, growing the brand to $150 million in annual sales and expanding into 38 global markets. XS co-founder David Vanderveen, who was an Amway Independent Business Owner more than 20 years ago, credits his entrepreneurial experience with Amway with giving him the confidence and know-how to create his own brand. Since the acquisition, Vanderveen is now a vice president and general manager of the XS™ brand with Amway.

“XS™ Sports Nutrition is not only an excellent product line but also represents a significant selling opportunity for young entrepreneurs to enter a thriving market space,” says Vanderveen. “I was an IBO and these products were designed with IBOs in mind. The XS™ Sports Nutrition line fuels a bold approach to a healthy lifestyle, and offers IBOs additional opportunities to pursue their entrepreneurship goals.”

To learn more about Amway’s XS™ Sports Nutrition launch, please visit amway.com/XS.

About Amway
Amway is a $9.5 billion direct selling business based in Ada, Michigan, USA. Top-selling brands for Amway are Nutrilite™ vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements, Artistry™ skincare and color cosmetics and eSpring™ water treatment systems – all sold exclusively by Independent Business Owners. Global sales in 2014 made Amway the No. 1 direct selling business in the world, according to the Direct Selling News 2015 Global 100. The company’s annual sales figure includes revenue from direct selling operations and other business holdings. For company news, visit globalnews.amway.com.

About XS
In 2001, XS was born in Laguna Beach, California to deliver positive energy via great-tasting, sugar-free drinks that are loaded with B-vitamins. Adopted in 2003 by Amway Independent Business Owners who were channeling the entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit of Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel, XS™ is the brand for engaging the next generation of the Amway business.

* Global sales in 2014 made Amway the No. 1 direct selling business in the world, according to the Direct Selling News 2015 Global 100.

Over $30 Million in Free Health Care Services to be Made Available To Los Angeles Residents Within 72 Hours

April 20, 2016

LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Approximately 4,200 healthcare professionals and volunteers will operate a no-cost medical and dental clinic in Los Angeles, California on April 27-29, 2016. Over $30 million in free health-related services will be offered to noninsured and underinsured residents of Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The event is organized by Your Best Pathway to Health, a service of Adventist-Laymen’s Services & Industries (ASI), in partnership with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Adventist Health, Loma Linda University Health and other entities. Your Best Pathway to Health is co-sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services.

Free on-site services include primary care visits, women’s health services including pap smears and mammography, consultation by medical specialists including heart evaluation, as well as gastroenterology, neurology, pulmonology, rheumatology, infectious disease, general and orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, podiatry services, immunizations, root canals, crowns, fillings, extractions, dental cleaning, pharmacy, eyeglass fittings and examinations, STD screenings, medical massage, physical therapy, x-rays, laboratory services, haircuts, attorney services, financial counseling, chaplaincy services and a free meal.

In an effort to serve as many Los Angeles residents as possible, media outlets are encouraged to alert residents that services will be offered on a first come, first served basis. No insurance and no identification are required. The free clinic runs from 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on April 27 & 28, and from 7:00 a.m. – noon on April 29.

No appointment is necessary, other than for major surgical procedures, which require pre-surgery visits. To schedule surgical procedures, patients are asked to call 1-888-447-2849 as soon as possible.

Additionally, Your Best Pathway to Health will host a special tribute program honoring Los Angeles civic leaders on Saturday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m. The tribute event will take place at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Los Angeles residents can obtain more information at YourBestPathwayToHealth.org or by calling 1-888-44-Pathway (1-888-447-2849).

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Inspiration, Innovation, and a Nod to the Future Take Center Stage at eMERGE Americas 2016

April 20, 2016

MIAMI, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — eMERGE Americas concluded the third installation of their world-renowned event and today announced that in June 2017, South Florida’s eMERGE Americas conference will once again welcome the region’s leading entrepreneurs, industry luminaries, tech enthusiasts, global thought leaders and strategic investors.

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In its third year, eMERGE Americas hosted more than 13,000 attendees from over 60 countries, with millions around the globe sharing in the experience thanks to CNBC and Telemundo’s live broadcasts and online streaming. In all, the conference exceeded all expectation, generating over 200 million impressions from 7,239 Twitter mentions of #EA16.

“eMERGE Americas 2016 was a banner year by all accounts and an amazing testament to a prediction which our Chairman, Manuel D. Medina, acted upon three years ago,” said Xavier Gonzalez, CEO of eMERGE Americas. “eMERGE Americas is filling a previous void in the market to facilitate communication in the tech sector between North America, South America and Europe.”

This year’s speaker sessions left audiences in awe, featuring some of the world’s leading authorities within their industries such as Ray Kurzweil, Futurist, founder of Singularity University and Director of Engineering at Google; Steve Case, Chairman and CEO of Revolution LLC and Co-Founder of America Online (AOL) and Bibop Gresta, COO and Deputy Chair at Hyperloop. eMERGE veteran and investor, Pitbull, also made an inspiring appearance in the form of a fireside chat with Cesar Conde, Chairman of NBCUniversal International Group and NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, and Mark Hoffman, President of CNBC. This year was full of not only esteemed speakers but exciting moments including the closing of the Nasdaq bell on-site and Tech Crunch Office Hours, an opportunity for startups to receive feedback and to build new connections.

“The feedback we continue to receive only gets better year-on-year and the response to this year’s conference has been overwhelming in its great reception,” said Xavier Gonzalez, CEO of eMERGE Americas. “From the caliber of the Startups in the showcase to our speakers and attendees, the conference is truly transcending borders and bringing together the best innovators and innovations from across the world.”

Mediconecta, a telehealth innovator that provides on-demand medical consultations via video conference using an in-house network of physicians and a robust proprietary platform, were named later stage winners of at eMERGE Americas 2016 Startup Showcase. In addition, Cetus Labs and Tinker.build were named early stage and university startup winners, respectively. Judges included NBA player, Elton Brand, and Investor, Jose Antonio Hernandez-Solaun, who as judges committed to becoming investors in the winning company.

Although the 2016 conference just wrapped up, Gonzalez and the eMERGE Americas has announced the dates for the team that the dates of the 2017 edition of eMERGE Americas have been set for June 12 and 13.

Extremely limited Early Bird presale starts today at 10am ET for Summit Passes. They are available at the Early Bird price of $350.00, which is a special 50% discount off the door price. To purchase visit the eMERGE website.

Visit eMERGE Americas’ website (www.eMERGEamericas.org) to stay informed regarding new details for the 2017 event, as well as videos and photos from this year’s event.

About eMERGE Americas
eMERGE Americas serves as the preeminent innovative thought exchange transforming Miami into the technological hub of the Americas. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with the America’s top business executives, IT decision-makers, and entrepreneurs, partnerships are forged that spur visionary innovation and technological advancements for the betterment of business and society. eMERGE’s founding partners include: Knight Foundation, Miami-Dade County, Medina Capital, Greenberg Traurig and Miami Herald. For more information, please visit: www.eMERGEamericas.org.

The Billboard Latin Music Awards Stage Explodes With A Star-Studded Line-Up As More Artists Join To Perform April 28 At 8pm/7c Live On TELEMUNDO

April 20, 2016

MIAMI, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alejandra Guzman, Alexis y Fido, Arthur Hanlon, DJ Snake, El Dasa, Fanny Lu, Farruko, Gente de Zona, Gerardo Ortiz, Ha*Ash, Jencarlos Canela, Jesse & Joy, Luis Coronel, J Balvin, Kany Garcia, Papayo, Paty Cantu, Paulina Rubio, and Zion & Lennox make up the final line-up of stars that will perform at this year’s Billboard Latin Music Awards “Billboard Duets.” They join previously announced performances by Alejandro Fernandez with Camila Fernandez, Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga, Daddy Yankee with Don Omar, Juanes, Juan Gabriel, Lucero, Marc Anthony, Marco Antonio Solis, Natalia Jimenez, Nicky Jam, Victor Manuelle and Yandel. For the first time in its history, the Billboard Latin Music Awards will be presented as a special edition titled “Billboard Duets,” and all musical performances will feature an exclusive duet or a collaboration between performers made possible only by TELEMUNDO. The network will broadcast the longest-running and most prestigious awards show in the Latin music world on Thursday, April 28 at 8pm/7c, live from the BankUnited Center at the University of Miami in Florida.

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Hosted by Gaby Espino and Pedro Fernandez, the awards show will also feature a long list of coveted presenters, including: Adriana Lima, Andres Cantor, Andy Samberg, Angelica Vale, Blanca Soto, Carmen Aub, Don Francisco, Dr. Ana Maria Polo, Edith Gonzalez, El Dasa, Fernanda Castillo, Giselle Blondet, Maria Celeste Arraras, Michael Buffer, Natalie Morales, Patricia Manterola, Rafael Amaya, Raul Gonzalez, and Roberto Tapia.

The program will be preceded by the red carpet special “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” airing LIVE at 7PM/6c. The one-hour show, which will showcase the glamour and excitement of music and TV stars arriving on the red carpet, will be hosted this year by TELEMUNDO personalities Rashel Diaz and Jorge Bernal; co-hosted by Jessica Carrillo, and featuring Fashion expert Quique Usales.

Additionally, to enhance the viewer experience, TELEMUNDO will roll out a comprehensive digital and social media strategy featuring exclusive, highly engaging candid and unexpected moments. The Digital backstage will recreate a custom limousine to create slow motion videos of moments in luxury and style featured on the Latin Billboards and E! Online Style INSTAGRAM accounts. The TeamTelemundo Snapchat account will be the exclusive platform for the backstage show “Snapstage”, which will include interviews and use of fun filters and doodles. Additionally, TELEMUNDO will partake in Snapchat’s official live story, alongside content from fans, celebrities and influencers. For the first time at the Billboard Latin Music Awards, the Red Carpet will be streamed via Facebook Live, showcasing hosted video content featuring the hottest stars of the night, with fashion commentary, interviews and live fans participation. Lastly, fans can virtually walk the red carpet along star Sabrina Seara (El Señor de los Cielos) just like a celebrity in 360 video available on Facebook and YouTube.

Following the awards show, the night will culminate at 11:35pm/10:35c with “Premios Billboard: Acceso VIP,” a special that will give audiences an exclusive behind-the-scenes look of the awards ceremony. The program will be hosted by Jessica Carrillo, co-hosted by Karim Mendiburu, with fashion expert Quique Usales and social reporter Erika Csiszer.

The 2016 Billboard Latin Music Awards “Billboard Duets” will also broadcast throughout Latin America and Canada, and viewers in those countries can tune in to: El Salvador (Canal Dos), Costa Rica (Canal 6), Dominican Republic (Teleantillas), Ecuador (RTS), Guatemala (Canal 7), Nicaragua (Canal 10), Paraguay (SNT Cerro Cora), Peru (ATV), Venezuela (Canal 10), Panama (TV -Max canal 9), Mexico & Latam (Telemundo Internacional), Mexico (CH 52), Colombia (CitiTV), Canada (TLN) and Honduras (Televicentro).

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Unilever U.S. Celebrates Latino Trendsetters and Newsmakers at Hispanicize 2016

April 20, 2016

MIAMI, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Unilever U.S. celebrated Latino trendsetters and newsmakers as the official sponsors of Hispanicize 2016 to support the Tu Twist and #100PorCientoTu programs.

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Unilever’s U.S. food and refreshment brands kicked off Hispanicize 2016 with the launch of, Tu Twist, a campaign that celebrates Latina culinary creativity with an original web series hosted on ViveMejor.com. The webseries stars the host of Gran Hermano, Giselle Blondet, and is written by the star of Comedy Central’s Alternatino, Arturo Castro. Vive Mejor sponsored a special screening of the inaugural episode at the Hispanicize Film Festival. Hispanicize attendees were also invited to experience the Cocina Vive Mejor, a modern kitchen experience with daily meriendas (snacks) sponsored by Knorr, Hellmann’s and Lipton and an ice cream party sponsored by Popsicle, Fruttare and Breyers. Additionally, attendees had the opportunity to speak with registered dietician, Rocio Garcia on ways to make family mealtime easier and delicious.

Unilever’s U.S. personal care brands provided an intimate VIP experience with the #100PorCientoTu campaign, celebrating Latinos’ individuality and self-expression. Hispanicize attendees enjoyed the #100PorCientoTu His and Hers Style Suite where a variety of brands and experts were highlighted each day. The pampering experiences included dry hair styling for women, a men’s fashion styling and grooming experience and fitness advice. Vine influencer David Lopez hosted the #100PorCientoTu His and Hers Style Suite on Tuesday, April 5th featuring Irma Martinez, Fashion Stylist for AXE, Caress, and TRESemme with Marco Peña; Wednesday, April 6^th featured Dove and Dove Men+Care with Dove Hair stylist Mario Anton; on Thursday, April 7^th the #100PorCientoTu His and Hers Style Suite was hosted by international model Denise Bidot, featuring POND’s, Suave with celebrity stylist Leonardo Rocco, and Degree with fitness expert Idalis Martinez.

About Unilever United States, Inc.

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Refreshments, Home and Personal Care products with sales in more than 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. In the United States, the portfolio includes brand icons such as: Axe, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Caress, Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy, Country Crock, Degree, Dove personal care products, Fruttare, Good Humor, Hellmann’s, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!, Klondike, Knorr, Lever 2000, Lipton, Magnum, Nexxus, Noxzema, Pond’s, Popsicle, Promise, Q-tips, Simple, St. Ives, Suave, Talenti Gelato & Sorbetto, TIGI, TONI&GUY Hair Meet Wardrobe, TRESemmé and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies.

Unilever employs approximately 8,000 people in the United States – generating more than $8.5 billion in sales in 2015.

Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan (USLP) commits to:

Decoupling growth from environmental impact.
Helping more than a billion people take action to improve their health and well-being.
Enhancing the livelihoods of millions of people by 2020.

Unilever ranked number one in its sector on the 2015 Dow Jones Sustainability Index.

The entire Unilever global factory network, as well as its U.S. non-manufacturing facilities, have achieved zero non-hazardous waste to landfill status.

For more information on Unilever U.S. and its brands visit: www.unileverusa.com

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Make an impact this Earth Day and recycle your vehicle’s old battery

April 20, 2016

MILWAUKEE, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — To help consumers find a nearby facility to recycle used vehicle, boat, motorcycle or lawn/garden batteries, Johnson Controls, the world’s largest manufacturer and recycler of vehicle batteries, is encouraging consumers to visit its website www.recyclingmybattery.com.

“Vehicle batteries are by far the world’s most recycled consumer product,” said Ray Shemanski, vice president and general manager, aftermarket, Johnson Controls Power Solutions. “Up to 99 percent of a standard vehicle battery can be recycled and reused to make new batteries or other products.”

Today, 99 percent of all used vehicle batteries are collected and recycled in the U.S. Still, every year more than 1 million used vehicle batteries are not recycled.

“Recycling used batteries is simple: drop it off at a local battery retailer and they’ll do the rest,” said Shemanski. “Most retailers will even grant a credit for used batteries when you purchase a new one.”

In the last year, more than 60,000 people have visited the company’s website www.recyclingmybattery.com to learn more about battery recycling and utilized the website to find a retail location to recycle their used vehicle batteries by entering their zip code.

According to Shemanski, the company’s goal is to have all vehicle batteries recycled responsibly and kept out of landfills.

To help achieve this, Johnson Controls has made a commitment to design, make, transport and recycle batteries in the safest, most sustainable way. When building a new battery, the company uses up to 80 percent recycled materials.

The metals in conventional batteries are the most recycled materials in the world – more than paper, glass and cardboard. The plastic can be recycled into new battery cases and the electrolytes can be reused or made into detergents.

Johnson Controls recycled its first vehicle battery in 1904. Today, the company uses its one hundred years of experience to increase recycling rates and the development of new recycling systems around the world. Last year, the company recycled 8,000 batteries per hour across its global recycling system.

About Johnson Controls:
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 150,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and seating components and systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to shareholders and making our customers successful. In 2015, Corporate Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the #14 company in its annual “100 Best Corporate Citizens” list. For additional information, please visit http://www.johnsoncontrols.com or follow us @johnsoncontrols on Twitter.

About Johnson Controls Power Solutions
Johnson Controls Power Solutions is the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive batteries, supplying approximately 146 million every year to automakers and aftermarket retailers. Our full range of lead-acid and lithium-ion battery technology powers nearly every type of vehicle for our customers- including traditional, start-stop, micro-hybrid, hybrid and electric. Johnson Controls’ recycling system has helped make automotive batteries the most recycled consumer product in the world. Globally, 15,000 employees develop, manufacture, distribute and recycle batteries at more than 50 locations. For more information, please visit http://www.JohnsonControls.com/PowerSolutions or follow @JCI_BatteryBeat on Twitter.

Pollo Campero’s Sales Growth Holds Strong for Q1-2016

April 20, 2016

DALLAS, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pollo Campero, best known for its Latin-inspired chicken and bold flavors, reported a 7.2 percent same-store sales rise for first-quarter 2016, marking its 17^th consecutive quarter with positive comparable growth. The brand’s sales growth momentum holds strong as it continues to invest in remodels, new product development and technology.

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“Overlapping our double digit same-store growth numbers from 2015 was challenging, but our strong execution, new product news and remodels helped fuel our momentum,” said Tim Pulido, CEO of Pollo Campero International.

The brand continues to successfully engage with its millennial base, which according to Technomic’s Consumer Brand Metrics, makes up more than 60 percent of its customers. “Millennials are the heaviest foodservice users, and they’re looking for bold and unique flavors which plays well for Pollo Campero,” said Darren Tristano, President of Technomic.

Pollo Campero plans to grow its units by 20 percent during 2016, as well as continue its remodel rollout. “We’re excited about our new restaurant pipeline for this year—we opened four new units during the first months and their initial results are outperforming our expectations,” shared Pulido.

As the brand continues its aggressive expansion plan, Campero is also looking to bring new franchisees to support its growth plans in California, Florida and other states.

About Pollo Campero

Pollo Campero is a Latin QSR+ concept that focuses on fresh and authentic hand-breaded and citrus grilled chicken recipes. The brand started in Guatemala in 1971 as a tiny, family-owned restaurant and has expanded to over 350 restaurants worldwide, including 62 in the U.S. With bold and exciting Latin-inspired menu items, Campero has become a favorite for those looking for unique flavors such as Millennials. Today, as Pollo Campero marks its 45th anniversary, its focus on quality, and its mission to stay true to its Latin roots remain the same. At the heart of that commitment: the promise to use fresh, never frozen, hormone-free chicken paired with traditional Latin sides, drinks and desserts in a vibrant atmosphere.

For franchise information, or to learn more about Pollo Campero, visit Campero.com. Follow the flavor on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @CamperoUSA.

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