MPA’s Hot 100 Recognizes Industry Innovation, Names Rick and Patty Arvielo
TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — New American Funding, a national mortgage banker, today announces that Mortgage Professional America (MPA) named their CEO and President, Rick and Patty Arvielo, on their Hot 100 list. MPA is a source of news and analysis for the mortgage industry, geared toward engaging finance professionals with current developing trends.
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The Arvielos’ activity includes:
- Patty hosting educational seminars such as the recent “Hispennial Generation: Marketing to el Nuevo Latino” event
- Patty heading MBA’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, working toward more involvement by women and minorities in the future of mortgage banking
- Rick spearheading the mobilization of New American Funding proprietary technologies, launching their mobile app for Loan Officers, GoGo LO
- Rick’s election to the MAA (Mortgage Action Alliance) steering committee, working to provide insight and help expand the reach of the MAA
- Leading the company in social responsibility, including employee involvement with organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Mercy House, and Habitat for Humanity
This year, Rick Arvielo led an advocacy campaign at New American Funding on behalf of MORPAC, the Mortgage Bankers Association Political Action Committee, and rallied New American Funding employees to contribute more to MORPAC than any other company in the history of the association. Patty Arvielo continues to gain traction in the Latino market through the company’s multicultural division and Latino Focus Committee, whose stated mission is to identify and address challenges undeserved markets face in their pursuit of homeownership while enhancing the quality of their lending experience.
Since 2003, the Arvielos have led New American Funding to rapid, sustainable growth. In 2015, the company nearly doubled their 2014 total dollar volume, opened 27 new retail branches across the nation, and was recognized by Inc.5000 for their tremendous growth.
To learn more about New American Funding’s leadership and industry activism visit http://teamnewamerican.com/
About New American Funding
New American Funding is a Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae Direct Seller/Servicer, FHA Direct Endorsement and VA Automatic mortgage lender. The company is licensed in multiple states across the nation, has over 100 branch locations and offers a variety of purchase home loan and refinance loan options, including: Conventional, FHA, Cash Out, Fixed Rate and Adjustable Rate Mortgages, VA, HARP 2.0, Jumbo, and Reverse Mortgages.
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NBC UNIVERSO Reveals The 16 Cheftestants Who Compete On The First Season Of “Top Chef Mexico” Premiering This Thursday, February 18 At 9pm/8c
MIAMI, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NBC UNIVERSO, the modern entertainment and sports cable channel for Latinos, today revealed the names of the 16 cheftestants who battle it out on “Top Chef Mexico” premiering Thursday February 18 at 9pm/8c. The 13-episode competition series based on Bravo’s international franchise Top Chef is hosted by actress, Ana Claudia Talancón and is produced by Cinemateli Content.
The competing chefs are divided into four groups and are evaluated by Judges and world-renowned chefs Guillermo González Beristáin, Aquiles Chávez, Martha Ortíz and Juantxo Sánchez. The success of each cheftestant is based on four elements: talent, intelligence, technique and luck.
In the first episode, each competing chef must create a dish inspired by their own cultural roots. Special guest judge Guy Santoro judges their technique and ultimately decides who remains in the competition. The final elimination cuts two Cheftestants, who are forced to pack their knives and go home.
Below, the complete list of Cheftestants:
Adria Marina: Tijuana, BC / Chef Owner of Foodtruck Don Ramen y Azarosa
Adriana Cavita: México City / Private Chef
Alejandra García: Tijuana, BC / Chef Owner of Alejandra García Asesorías & Catering
Andrea Martínez: Monterrey, Nuevo León / Chef Owner of Comuna
Christian Bravo: Puebla/ Chef at Christian Bravo Catering and Hotel Casa Lecanda in Mérida, Yucatán
Eduardo Morali: México City /Chef Owner of Eloise and Loretta
Fernando Martínez: Uruapan, Michoacán / Executive Chef at Yubán in México City
Irving Quiroz: Toluca Estado de México / Independent Pastry Chef at Chocosolutions in Monterrey, Nuevo León
Jose Miguel García: Ciudad de México/ Chef Owner of La Barraca Valenciana
Katsuji Tanabe: Los Angeles/ Chef Owner of Mexikosher
Kori Sutton: Los Angeles/ Private Chef
Manuel Moralo: Badajoz, España / Chef Owner de AliOli, Paellas & Tapas en la Ciudad de México
Matteo Salas:Milán, Italia /Chef at Aperi in San Miguel de Allende
Pía Quintana: Ciudad de México / Executive Chef at La Lupita Taco & Mezcal in Los Cabos, BCS
Rodolfo Castellanos: Oaxaca/Chef Owner of Restaurante Origen
Sergio Howland: México City/Chef Owner of Ostrería Amici y Brunella Brewing Co. in Hermosillo, Sonora
The competitors live throughout six weeks, isolated from their homes and restaurants, in an exclusive hotel next to the Alameda Central, one of the most emblematic plazas of Mexico City. Each episode is broadly comprised of two culinary challenges, a quick fire and elimination. The Quick-fire Challenge is designed to test the Chef’s culinary skills under pressure and the Elimination Challenge determines which Chefs move on in the competition.
The winner of “Top Chef Meixco” wins a cash prize of $1,000,000 Mexican pesos and a feature in Travel & Leisure Mexico.
Foodies can start engaging on social media using the hashtag #TopChefMex and find more content about the show in Spanish on NBC UNIVERSO’s Facebook pages: https://www.facebook.com/nbcuniverso and https://www.facebook.com/TopChefTV.
To obtain additional information, fans can also visit http://www.nbcuniverso.com/shows/top-chef-mexico.
In addition to enjoying the episodes on TV, subscribers of NBC UNIVERSO on participating cable, satellite, and telco services can also preview episodes of “Top Chef México” on Video on Demand, as well as on www.nbcuniverso.com and the NBC UNIVERSO NOW app by entering the subscriber’s log-in information.
To find NBC UNIVERSO on your satellite, telco or cable TV channel lineup, go to Channel 410 on DIRECTV; Channel 838 on DISH Network; Channel 3009 or 3010 on AT&T U-verse; and visit www.nbcuniverso.com/encuentra for the NBC UNIVERSO channel number on your local cable TV listings.
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National Network of Hispanic Mentors in Nursing Unveiled
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Building on the success of its campaign Hispanics in Nursing launched in 2015, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) and Hispanic Communications Network-La Red Hispana announced the second phase of a national bilingual campaign to increase diversity in nursing. This year’s campaign includes the launch of public service-style radio messages featuring true stories and personal experiences of 21 real-life nursing students who seek to inspire Hispanic students to seriously consider the possibility of pursuing a nursing career. “Our 21 NAHN role models took time while in nursing school to volunteer and share their personal stories of challenges and solutions, for which we are grateful” said Angie Millan, DNP, RN, FAAN, Project Director of the grant. “NAHN is delighted to partner with HCN for a second year to feature these nursing students in the role model radio and video interviews.”
“Hispanics in Nursing was designed to address the educational and professional disparities in the healthcare field, increasing the exposure of successful Hispanic role models in the nursing profession”, said NAHN President, Daniel M. Suarez, MA, RN.
The goal of the five-year campaign is to inform Hispanic men and women of all ages about careers in the field of health, especially in nursing, as well as the requirements for completion. Although it is aimed at Spanish speakers, many materials and resources will be offered in both English and Spanish.
“The campaign highlights the profiles of nursing students and access to Hispanic nurses who can be personal and professional mentors along the entire educational route to a career in nursing. This initiative provides an unprecedented level of support”, said Alison Rodden, CEO of Hispanic Communications Network.
Nursing mentors share the same passion, dedication and commitment to service that has made them successful not only personally, in many cases as role models for other family members, but also in a professional and economical sense because nursing is a career that offers professional flexibility and a good salary.
The interviews will not only be available at www.hispanicsinnursing.org but also in bilingual format at www.carrerasenenfermeria.org. Prospective nursing students can access contact information for qualified nursing professionals willing to serve as mentors.
About National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN)
NAHN National Association of Hispanic Nurses® is a non-profit professional association committed to the promotion of the professionalism and dedication of Hispanic nurses by providing equal access to educational, professional, and economic opportunities for Hispanic nurses. NAHN is also dedicated to the improvement of the quality of health and nursing care of Hispanic consumers. Founded in 1975, today NAHN’s community of members, supporters and social followers is 5,000 and growing. Follow NAHN on Twitter @NAHNNursing.
About Hispanic Communications Network (HCN) – La Red Hispana
Hispanic Communications Network (HCN)-La Red Hispana is a mission-driven media and cause 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 such as immigration, health, finance, the environment, workforce development, civic engagement, and information 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.
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MoneyGram Foundation Pledges Support to Victims of Natural Disasters and Catastrophic Events
DALLAS, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The MoneyGram Foundation is proud to announce that it will support emergency response efforts initiated by AmeriCares and Save the Children in 2016.
“MoneyGram recognizes that when disasters strike, preparedness is essential,” said Pamela H. Patsley, MoneyGram International’s executive chairman. “We are committed to helping those affected by natural disasters and catastrophic events throughout the world. We know that pledging our support early in the year will give Save the Children and AmeriCares the resources to quickly and effectively provide help wherever it’s most needed in 2016.”
The MoneyGram Foundation joins AmeriCares as an Annual Emergency Response Partner for 2016. The foundation also supported AmeriCares’ disaster relief efforts in 2015. AmeriCares is an emergency response and global health organization that meets the immediate health needs of disaster survivors, establishes long-term recovery projects and brings disaster preparedness programs to vulnerable communities. The funds raised through Annual Emergency Response Partners like MoneyGram enable AmeriCares to sustain preparedness initiatives necessary to launch swift and effective responses to about 30 disasters and humanitarian crises every year.
Additionally, the MoneyGram Foundation continues its relationship with Save the Children by supporting the Children’s Emergency Fund. The foundation has previously worked with Save the Children through educational grants. Save the Children is a global leader in child-focused humanitarian response that encompasses lifesaving relief, recovery, and preparedness. Its highly trained, on-the-ground teams also provide disaster-risk-reduction initiatives to build the resiliency of families and local communities. The Children’s Emergency Fund offers Save the Children immediately available funds to act quickly and strategically when a crisis occurs.
Through these organizations, the MoneyGram Foundation provides relief in the immediate wake of a disaster. This is consistent with the foundation’s mission to make a real and meaningful impact around the world by improving the lives of children, families and communities.
To learn more about the MoneyGram Foundation and the projects it supports, please visit moneygramfoundation.org.
About MoneyGram Foundation
MoneyGram established the MoneyGram Foundation in 2012 to help children around the world gain access to educational facilities and learning resources. Its mission is firmly rooted in the belief that education is at the heart of better economic opportunities, healthier families and individual freedom and empowerment. The MoneyGram Foundation is focused on inspiring minds and improving lives and grants funds to deserving organizations with this mission in mind. To learn more, please visit moneygramfoundation.org or connect with us on Facebook.
About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer services and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue money orders and process official checks in select markets. More information about MoneyGram International, Inc. is available at moneygram.com.
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Supply Chain Industry Professionals Gather To Develop A Sustainable Workforce For Future Generations
HOUSTON, Feb. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Tuesday, February 23, the TAACCCT Leveraging, Integrating, Networking, and Coordinating Supplies (LINCS) Grant and San Jacinto College International Business, Logistics & Maritime Program along with the Houston Area Urban League are hosting the “Developing a Sustainable Supply Chain Workforce for America’s Distribution Hub for the Next Generation” event. The gathering will be held at the Houston Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, 1801 Allen Parkway, from 6 – 8 p.m., with an anticipated 300 industry guests. After a one-hour reception, guest speakers Rick Blasgen, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), and Ricky Kunz, the Port of Houston Authority’s Chief Commercial Officer, will address their industry peers followed by a Q&A session.
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Houston, a busy United States supply chain hub, is home to the Port of Houston Authority, George Bush Intercontinental Airport, as well as a network of freeways and railways that lead to elsewhere in the US, Canada and Mexico. However, to many at the mention of supply chain, the popular question arises, “What exactly is a supply chain?” Without knowing it, we frequently find ourselves using supply chain skills in our everyday lives. Whether you order a product, build it, move it, ship it, distribute it, or manage the coordination process, you are in supply chain management. The field of supply chain management is projected to grow 22% during the next 5 to 7 years – faster than most fields.
As a solution to the increasing demand for supply chain professionals, the LINCS – Supply Chain Management program was established in 2014 through the US Department of Labor’s TAACCCT Federal Grant program. LINCS curriculum educates and prepares students for CSCMP SCPro™ Fundamentals certification exams. LINCS students include college students, potential job applicants, displaced workers, long-term unemployed workers, and veterans entering the workforce. Additionally, the program serves workers who are presently employed, but require additional training to improve positions, increase wages and broaden career options; high school graduates who are currently enrolled in colleges or technical schools; and high school seniors who are undecided about what jobs or careers to pursue after high school graduation. LINCS consortium members include 9 colleges and 3 universities, with San Jacinto College leading the consortium with students earning CSCMP certifications.
“With the current talent gap in the supply chain industry it is important we continue our efforts to plan for the future generation of supply chain professionals,” said Rick Blasgen, President and Chief Executive Officer of CSCMP. “Through CSCMP’s SCPro™ Fundamentals certifications we hope to provide the tools and knowledge to those who seek or wish to advance in a supply chain career,” he concluded.
The Houston Area Urban League empowers minority and urban core communities. With the talent gap in the supply chain industry, and education through the LINCS program, there is an opportunity for economically disadvantaged people in the Houston community to find stable careers.
“Part of maintaining a global supply chain center requires having the workforce to keep up with the demand. By ensuring we have the professional talent, Houston’s port will continue to evolve along with the growing supply chain industry,” said Ricky Kunz, Port of Houston Authority’s Chief Commercial Officer.
Attendees are encouraged to RSVP by telephone at (281) 459-7177 or via e-mail [email protected].
About LINCS Supply Chain Management
LINCS (Leveraging, Integrating, Networking, and Coordinating Supplies) is a national supply chain management education and certification program funded by a $24.5 million U.S. Department of Labor TAACCCT grant. Certifications are earned through the Council for Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). LINCS is administered by a consortium of 9 colleges and 3 universities led by a national team from Broward College in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and prepares participants desiring employment for a multitude of supply chain management positions across various functions of companies through its eight SCM certifications options. For more information, please visit LINCSeducation.org or call (954) 201-8440.
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National Pork Board to Host the 2nd Annual Critics’ Choice Awards for the Best Pork Tapas at the 2016 SOBEWFF Swine & Wine
DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Pork Board (NPB) returns to the 2016 Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF), the nation’s largest of its kind, to host its 2nd Annual Critics’ Choice Awards for the best pork-inspired tapas at Goya Foods’ Swine & Wine presented by the National Pork Board. Hosted by Chef and TV personality Lorena Garcia, the event will take place on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at The Biltmore Hotel from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
“This event brings a superior group of food experts and chefs to showcase delicious and unique pork-inspired recipes to an eclectic audience offering a combination for the perfect ambience,” said Jose de Jesus, director of multicultural marketing at the National Pork Board. “We are pleased to partner once again with the Festival to present the biggest celebration of pork to consumers and host our 2nd annual pork tapas competition.”
Swine & Wine is the biggest celebration of pork during the Festival, and will feature more than 20 acclaimed chefs who will compete for the best pork-inspired dishes. “The 2016 National Pork Board Critics’ Choice Awards” – 1st, 2nd and 3rd place – will be presented to the best dish, judged by National Pork Board Ambassadors Chef Doreen Colondres of The Kitchen Doesn’t Bite and Chef Jose Mendin of The Pubbelly Restaurant Group, who will be accompanied by other distinguished chefs and celebrities judges, including chef Lorena Gracia, Belkys Nerey, host of WSVN “Bite with Belkys” and Roberto Guerra, owner and creator of La Caja China.
In addition, Eddie Zamora, creator of the enormously popular travel and food blog, The Yum Yum Foodie, will serve as the NPB’s social media correspondent sharing event highlights and chef interviews live with consumers from the venue via Twitter at @TheYumYumFoodie, Instagram at @TheYumYumFoodie and Facebook at @TheYumYumFoodie.
For more information on the National Pork Board, including new recipes, information on choice and lean cuts, health and safety information, cooking tips and promotions, visit PorkTeInspira.com. To join the social conversation, like the Facebook page at Facebook.com/PorkTeInspira, and follow on Twitter.com/PorkTeInspira and Instagram @PorkTeInspira, using #PorkTeInspira.
About National Pork Board
The National Pork Board has responsibility for Checkoff-funded research, promotion and consumer information projects and for communicating with pork producers and the public. Through a legislative national Pork Checkoff, pork producers invest $0.40 for each $100 value of hogs sold. Importers of pork products contribute a like amount, based on a formula. The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in advertising, consumer information, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, technology, swine health, pork safety and environmental management. For more information, visit Pork.org.
PorkTeInspira.com is a resource of pork information and inspiration, including mouthwatering recipes, nutritional content of pork, choice cuts, health and safety information and cooking tips.